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IBPS Clerk 2026 Notification
The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has officially released the IBPS Clerk 2026 Notification (CRP CSA-XVI) for the recruitment of Customer Service Associates (CSA) in Participating Public Sector Banks. Eligible graduates can submit their online applications from 1st August 2026 to 21st August 2026 through the official IBPS website.
Candidates will be selected through Preliminary Examination, Main Examination, and Local Language Proficiency Test (LLPT). The recruitment is being conducted for vacancies of the 2027-28 financial year.
IBPS Clerk 2026 Important Dates
| Activity | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 1 August 2026 |
| Online Registration | 1 August 2026 – 21 August 2026 |
| Fee Payment | 1 August 2026 – 21 August 2026 |
| Pre-Exam Training | September 2026 |
| Preliminary Admit Card | September 2026 |
| Preliminary Examination | October 2026 |
| Preliminary Result | November 2026 |
| Main Admit Card | November 2026 |
| Main Examination | December 2026 |
| Provisional Allotment | March 2027 |
IBPS Clerk 2026 Participating 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
IBPS Clerk 2026 Eligibility Criteria
IBPS Clerk 2026 Age Limit (As on 01 August 2026)
- Minimum Age: 20 Years
- Maximum Age: 28 Years
Candidates must have been born between 02 August 1998 and 01 August 2006 (both dates inclusive). Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories as per Government rules.
IBPS Clerk 2026 Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess:
- Graduation in any discipline from a recognized University.
- Valid Degree/Marksheet at the time of online registration.
- Knowledge of Computer Operations.
- Proficiency in the local language of the State/UT applied for.
IBPS Clerk 2026 Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
| SC/ST/PwBD/ESM/DESM | ₹175 |
| All Other Candidates | ₹850 |
IBPS Clerk 2026 Selection Process
The selection process consists of:
- Preliminary Examination
- Main Examination
- Local Language Proficiency Test (LLPT)
- Provisional Allotment
Only marks obtained in the Main Examination will be considered for final merit.
IBPS Clerk 2026 Exam Pattern
IBPS Clerk 2026 Preliminary Examination
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Time |
| English Language | 30 | 30 | 20 Minutes |
| Numerical Ability | 35 | 35 | 20 Minutes |
| Reasoning Ability | 35 | 35 | 20 Minutes |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 60 Minutes |
IBPS Clerk 2026 Main Examination
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Time |
| General/Financial Awareness | 40 | 50 | 20 Minutes |
| General English | 40 | 40 | 35 Minutes |
| Reasoning Ability | 40 | 60 | 35 Minutes |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 40 | 50 | 35 Minutes |
| Total | 160 | 200 | 125 Minutes |
There is a negative marking of 0.25 marks for every incorrect answer in both Preliminary and Main examinations.
IBPS Clerk 2026 FAQs
Q1. What is the last date to apply for IBPS Clerk 2026?
Ans. 21 August 2026.
Q2. What is the age limit for IBPS Clerk 2026?
Ans. 20 to 28 years as on 1 August 2026.
Q3. What is the educational qualification required?
Ans. Graduation in any discipline from a recognized university.
Q4. Is there any interview in IBPS Clerk 2026?
Ans. No. Selection is based on the Main Examination followed by the Local Language Proficiency Test and provisional allotment.
Q5. What is the application fee for General category?
Ans. ₹850.
