IBPS PO / MT XVI Recruitment 2026 Apply Online for 4,455 Posts

The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has released the notification for the Probationary Officer (PO) / Management Trainee (MT) XVI Recruitment 2026. Candidates who hold a Graduate Degree in any discipline and aspire to build a career in public sector banks across India can apply online for 4,455 vacancies. The online application portal opens on August 25, 2026, and will remain active until September 20, 2026.

Below is the complete overview, eligibility requirements, age relaxation rules, selection procedure, and step-by-step application guide for the IBPS PO XVI Exam 2026.

IBPS PO / MT XVI Recruitment 2026 Overview

Parameter	Details
Recruitment Body	Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS)
Exam Name	Common Recruitment Process for PO/MT XVI (CRP PO/MT-XVI)
Post Name	Probationary Officer / Management Trainee
Total Posts	4,455 Posts
Category	Bank Jobs / Central Govt Jobs
Mode of Application	Online
Official Website	ibps.in

Important Dates

Event	Date
Notification Release Date	August 2026
Online Application Begin Date	August 25, 2026
Last Date to Apply Online	September 20, 2026
Last Date to Pay Application Fee	September 20, 2026
Preliminary Online Examination Date	October 18, 2026
Mains Examination Date	To Be Announced

Application Fee Structure

Applicants must pay the non-refundable registration fee online using Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI during the application process.

• General / OBC / EWS Candidates: ₹850/-
• SC / ST / PwBD Candidates: ₹175/-

Vacancy & Eligibility Criteria

Post Name	Total Vacancies	Educational Qualification
Probationary Officer (PO) / Management Trainee (MT)	4,455	Bachelor’s Degree (Graduation) in any discipline from a University recognized by the Government of India or an equivalent qualification. Valid mark sheet / degree certificate is required at registration.

Age Limit Details

Applicants must fulfill the minimum and maximum age criteria as defined in the official notification:

• Minimum Age: 20 Years
• Maximum Age: 30 Years

Age Relaxation Rules

• SC / ST Candidates: 5 Years relaxation
• OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 Years relaxation
• PwBD Candidates: 10 Years relaxation
• Ex-Servicemen: As per Central Government guidelines

Selection Process

The recruitment process for IBPS PO XVI 2026 consists of three successive stages:

1. Preliminary Online Examination: Qualifying objective test covering English Language, Quantitative Aptitude, and Reasoning Ability.
2. Mains Online Examination: Objective plus Descriptive Test evaluating Data Analysis, General Banking Awareness, Reasoning & Computer Aptitude, and English Writing.
3. Common Interview: Conducted by Participating Banks and coordinated by IBPS for candidates cleared through Mains.
4. Document Verification & Final Allotment: Final merit list based on Mains and Interview combined scores.

How to Apply Online for IBPS PO XVI 2026

Follow these step-by-step instructions to fill out the IBPS PO/MT XVI online application form:

1. Visit the official IBPS portal at ibps.in.
2. Click on the link "CRP PO/MT-XVI" appearing on the homepage.
3. Select "Click here for New Registration" and enter basic details like Name, Email Address, and Contact Number to obtain a provisional Registration Number and Password.
4. Log in with your credentials and upload scanned copies of required documents:
   • Passport size photograph
   • Signature
   • Left Thumb Impression
   • Handwritten Declaration
5. Fill in your educational details, personal details, and participating bank preferences carefully.
6. Preview the completed application form to confirm all details are accurate.
7. Pay the requisite application fee online via integrated payment gateway.
8. Submit the final application form and download a PDF copy / printout for future reference.