IBPS PO / MT XVI Recruitment 2026 – 6715 Vacancies | Apply Online, Eligibility, Exam Date, Notification PDF

Organization Name: Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS)
Post Name: Probationary Officer (PO) / Management Trainee (MT)
Recruitment: CRP PO/MT-XVI
Total Vacancies: 6715
Application Mode: Online
Job Location: Across India
Category: Bank Jobs
Official Website: https://www.ibps.in




IBPS PO / MT XVI Recruitment 2026 – Overview

The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has officially released the IBPS PO/MT XVI Recruitment 2026 Notification for 6715 Probationary Officer (PO) and Management Trainee (MT) vacancies in participating Public Sector Banks. Interested graduates can apply online through the official IBPS website within the prescribed dates. The selection process consists of Preliminary Examination, Main Examination, and Interview.




Important Dates

EventDate
Notification Release30 June 2026
Online Application Starts01 July 2026
Last Date to Apply21 July 2026
Last Date for Fee Payment21 July 2026
Pre-Exam TrainingJuly/August 2026
Preliminary ExamAugust 2026
Preliminary ResultSeptember 2026
Main Examination October 2026
InterviewNovember/December 2026
Final ResultJanuary 2027



Application Fee

CategoryFee
General₹850/-
OBC₹850/-
EWS₹850/-
SC₹175/-
ST₹175/-
PwBD₹175/-

Payment Mode

  • Debit Card
  • Credit Card
  • Internet Banking
  • UPI
  • IMPS
  • Mobile Wallet 

  • Age Limit (As on 01 July 2026)

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

    Candidates must have been born within the age limits prescribed in the official notification.

    Age Relaxation

    CategoryRelaxation
    SC/ST5 Years
    OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)3 Years
    PwBD10 Years
    Ex-ServicemenAs per Government Rules
    Persons affected by 1984 Riots5 Years

    Educational Qualification

    Candidates must possess:

    • Bachelor's Degree in any discipline from a recognized University.
    • Candidates must have a valid graduation certificate on or before the prescribed cut-off date.
    • Basic knowledge of computer operations is desirable.
    • Proficiency in the official language of the State/UT of the participating bank may be required as per bank rules.

    Nationality

    A candidate must be:

    • Citizen of India, or
    • Subject of Nepal, or
    • Subject of Bhutan, or
    • Tibetan Refugee who came to India before 1 January 1962 intending permanent settlement, or
    • Person of Indian Origin migrated from specified countries with eligibility certificate issued by the Government of India.

      Total Vacancy

      Total Posts: 6715

      Detailed bank-wise and category-wise vacancies are available in the official notification.


      Participating Banks

      Recruitment will be conducted for the following Public Sector Banks:

      • Bank of Baroda
      • Bank of India
      • Bank of Maharashtra
      • Canara Bank
      • Central Bank of India
      • Indian Bank
      • Indian Overseas Bank
      • Punjab National Bank
      • Punjab & Sind Bank
      • UCO Bank
      • Union Bank of India
    • Bank / Category Wise Vacancies
    • Bank of Baroda – SC: 285 | ST: 142 | OBC: 513 | EWS: 190 | UR: 770 | Total: 1900
    • Bank of India – SC: 75 | ST: 37 | OBC: 135 | EWS: 50 | UR: 203 | Total: 500
    • Bank of Maharashtra – SC: 165 | ST: 82 | OBC: 297 | EWS: 110 | UR: 446 | Total: 1100
    • Canara Bank – SC: 225 | ST: 112 | OBC: 405 | EWS: 150 | UR: 608 | Total: 1500
    • Central Bank of India – SC: 75 | ST: 37 | OBC: 135 | EWS: 50 | UR: 203 | Total: 500
    • Indian Bank – Vacancy Details: NR
    • Indian Overseas Bank – SC: 84 | ST: 41 | OBC: 148 | EWS: 54 | UR: 223 | Total: 550
    • Punjab National Bank – SC: 76 | ST: 38 | OBC: 136 | EWS: 50 | UR: 204 | Total: 504
    • Punjab & Sind Bank – SC: 24 | ST: 13 | OBC: 47 | EWS: 15 | UR: 62 | Total: 161
    • UCO Bank – Vacancy Details: NR
    • Union Bank of India – Vacancy Details: NR
    • Grand Total: SC: 1009 | ST: 502 | OBC: 1816 | EWS: 669 | UR: 2719 | Total: 6715

      • Job Profile

        Selected candidates will be appointed as Probationary Officers (PO) / Management Trainees (MT). During the probation period, candidates will undergo training in various banking operations such as:

        • Customer Service
        • Loan Processing
        • Cash Management
        • Digital Banking
        • Credit Operations
        • Branch Administration
        • Risk Management
        • Financial Inclusion
        • Investment & Insurance Products
        • Banking Regulations

        After successful completion of probation, candidates will be confirmed as Scale-I Officers.



        Service Bond

        Some participating banks may require selected candidates to execute a service bond. Candidates should verify the applicable conditions in the official notification of the allotted bank.

        Selection Process

        • Preliminary Examination
        • Main Examination
        • Personal Interview
        • Document Verification
        • Medical Examination
        • Final Allotment

          IBPS PO Preliminary Exam Pattern

          SubjectQuestionsMarksTime
          English Language303020 Minutes
          Quantitative Aptitude353520 Minutes
          Reasoning Ability353520 Minutes

          Total: 100 Questions | 100 Marks | 60 Minutes


          IBPS PO Mains Exam Pattern

          SubjectQuestionsMarks
          Reasoning & Computer Aptitude4060
          General / Economy / Banking Awareness3540
          English Language3540
          Data Analysis & Interpretation3560
          Descriptive Test225

          Salary

          • Basic Pay: ₹48,480/-
          • Gross Monthly Salary: ₹75,000 to ₹90,000 (Approx.)

            Documents Required

            • Graduation Certificate
            • Passport Size Photograph
            • Signature
            • Left Thumb Impression
            • Handwritten Declaration
            • Aadhaar Card / Valid ID Proof
            • Category Certificate (If Applicable)
            • PwBD Certificate (If Applicable)

            How to Apply

            1. Visit the official IBPS website.
            2. Click on IBPS PO/MT-XVI Recruitment 2026.
            3. Complete the registration process.
            4. Fill in the online application form.
            5. Upload the required documents.
            6. Pay the application fee online.
            7. Submit the application form.
            8. Download and print the final application form.

              Important Instructions

              • Read the official notification carefully before applying.
              • Fill all details correctly.
              • Upload clear scanned documents.
              • Keep your registered mobile number and email active.
              • Submit the application before the last date.

              Important Links

              DescriptionLink
              Apply OnlineAvailable Soon
              Official NotificationAvailable Soon
              Official Websitehttps://www.ibps.in

              Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

              Q1. How many vacancies are available?
              Ans: 6715 Posts.

              Q2. What is the last date to apply?
              Ans: 21 July 2026.

              Q3. What is the qualification?
              Ans: Graduation in any discipline.

              Q4. What is the age limit?
              Ans: 20–30 Years.

              Q5. What is the application fee?
              Ans: ₹850 for General/OBC/EWS and ₹175 for SC/ST/PwBD.

              Q6. What is the selection process?
              Ans: Prelims, Mains, Interview, Document Verification, Medical Examination, and Final Allotment.

              Q7. What is the Preliminary Exam Date?
              Ans: 22 & 23 August 2026.

              Q8. What is the Mains Exam Date?
              Ans: 04 October 2026.

              Q9. Is there negative marking?
              Ans: Yes, 0.25 marks are deducted for every incorrect answer.

              Q10. What is the salary of an IBPS PO?
              Ans: Approximately ₹75,000–₹90,000 per month including allowances.