The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has officially released the IBPS PO Recruitment 2026 Notification for 6715 Probationary Officer (PO)/Management Trainee (MT) vacancies in various participating public sector banks across India. This recruitment offers an excellent opportunity for graduates seeking a prestigious banking career with attractive salary packages, job security, career growth, and additional employee benefits.

IBPS PO Recruitment 2026 banner for 6715 Probationary Officer (PO) and Management Trainee (MT) posts with banking career opportunities and official recruitment highlights

Eligible candidates can submit their applications online through the official IBPS website before the last date. Interested aspirants are advised to read the complete notification carefully before applying.

Recruitment Details

Organization Name: The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS)
Examination Name: CRP PO/MT-XVI Recruitment 2026
Post Name: Probationary Officer (PO) / Management Trainee (MT)
Total Vacancies: 6715 Posts
Job Location: Across India
Application Mode: Online
Category: Bank Jobs
Selection Process: Preliminary Examination, Main Examination, Personality Test, Interview & Provisional Allotment

IBPS conducts the Common Recruitment Process (CRP) every year to recruit eligible candidates for Probationary Officer and Management Trainee posts in participating public sector banks.

Vacancies

According to the official IBPS PO/MT-XVI Recruitment 2026 notification, the bank-wise indicative vacancy distribution for 6715 Probationary Officer (PO)/Management Trainee (MT) posts is as follows:

Participating Bank	Vacancies
Bank of Baroda	1,900
Canara Bank	1,500
Bank of Maharashtra	1,100
Indian Overseas Bank	550
Punjab National Bank	504
Bank of India	500
Central Bank of India	500
Punjab & Sind Bank	161
Indian Bank	NR*
UCO Bank	NR*
Union Bank of India	NR*
Total	6,715

The vacancies are distributed among participating public sector banks. Category-wise and bank-wise vacancy details are available in the official notification.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must fulfill the following eligibility conditions before submitting the online application.

Educational Qualification

Applicants should possess:

A Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized University or equivalent qualification recognized by the Government of India.
Candidates must possess valid graduation certificates on or before the prescribed date.
Final-year students whose results are awaited are generally not eligible unless specifically mentioned in the notification.

Computer Knowledge

Basic computer literacy is desirable since banking operations are largely computerized.

Language Proficiency

Candidates should have knowledge of the official language of the State/UT they are applying for wherever applicable.

Nationality

Candidates must be:

Citizens of India; or
Subjects of Nepal/Bhutan; or
Tibetan Refugees who migrated before 1 January 1962; or
Persons of Indian Origin migrated from specified countries with eligibility certificates issued by the Government of India.

Age Limits and Relaxations

Minimum Age	Maximum Age
20	30

Age Relaxation

Age relaxation is applicable as per Government rules:

Category	Age Relaxation
SC/ST	5 Years
OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)	3 Years
Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD)	10 Years
Ex-Servicemen	As per Government Rules
Persons affected by 1984 riots	5 Years

Candidates claiming reservation must produce valid certificates during document verification.

Salary and Benefits

The post of Probationary Officer is among the most sought-after government jobs due to its attractive salary and long-term career prospects.

Basic Pay

Approximately ₹48,480/- per month (as per latest banking pay structure).

Gross Monthly Salary

The gross monthly salary generally ranges between:

₹75,000 to ₹90,000+

depending upon the place of posting and applicable allowances.

Benefits Include

Dearness Allowance (DA)
House Rent Allowance (HRA)
Special Allowance
City Compensatory Allowance
Medical Benefits
Leave Travel Concession (LTC)
Pension & Retirement Benefits
Newspaper Allowance
Mobile Allowance
Staff Loans at Concessional Interest Rates
Career Promotions
Job Security
Training Opportunities

Employees also receive annual increments and performance-based career advancement opportunities.

Selection Process

The recruitment process consists of multiple stages.

Stage 1 – Preliminary Examination

The Preliminary Examination is qualifying in nature.

Subjects include:

English Language
Quantitative Aptitude
Reasoning Ability

Candidates securing the required cut-off qualify for the Main Examination.

Stage 2 – Main Examination

The Main Examination consists of:

Reasoning & Computer Aptitude
General/Economy/Banking Awareness
English Language
Data Analysis & Interpretation
Descriptive Test (English)

Marks obtained in the Main Examination are considered for the final merit.

Stage 3 – Personality Test

Qualified candidates may undergo a Personality Test, if applicable under the recruitment process.

Stage 4 – Interview

Candidates shortlisted from the Main Examination will be called for the Interview conducted by participating banks.

The interview assesses:

Communication Skills
Banking Awareness
Personality
Leadership Qualities
General Knowledge
Confidence
Decision-Making Ability

Final Merit List

Final selection is based on:

Main Examination Score
Interview Performance
Document Verification
Medical Fitness

Successful candidates receive provisional allotment in participating banks.

Important Dates for Application Process

Event	Date
Online Application Starts	01 July 2026
Last Date to Apply Online	21 July 2026
Last Date for Fee Payment	21 July 2026
Preliminary Exam	August 2026
Main Examination	October 2026
Interview	November/December 2026
Final Allotment	Early 2027

Candidates are advised not to wait until the last date for submission of applications.

Application Fee

Category	Fee
SC/ST/PwBD	₹175/-
General/OBC/EWS	₹850/-

Payment should be made online only.

Apply Online & Official Website

Interested candidates can submit their online applications through the official website:

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Apply Online IBPS CRP PO/MT

Official IBPS Website

Visit the IBPS CRP PO/MT Recruitment 2026 portal available on the official website and complete the registration before 21 July 2026.

Documents Required

Candidates should keep the following documents ready:

Graduation Certificate/Marksheet
Aadhaar Card
PAN Card (if applicable)
Passport-size Photograph
Signature
Left Thumb Impression
Handwritten Declaration
Category Certificate (if applicable)
PwBD Certificate (if applicable)
Valid Email ID
Mobile Number

Important Instructions

Read the official notification thoroughly before applying.
Ensure that all eligibility conditions are fulfilled.
Fill the application form carefully to avoid rejection.
Upload photographs and signatures in the prescribed format.
Keep your registered email ID and mobile number active until the recruitment process is completed.
Regularly visit the official IBPS website for updates regarding examination dates, admit cards, and results.
Download and print the application form after successful submission.
Preserve the application fee receipt and registration details for future reference.
Admit cards will be released online only.
Any incorrect or misleading information in the application may lead to cancellation of candidature.
Candidates must carry valid identity proof along with the admit card to the examination centre.
Selection is purely based on merit and fulfillment of eligibility criteria.

IBPS PO Recruitment 2026 Announced – Golden Opportunity to Apply for 6715 PO/MT Posts