IBPS PO Recruitment 2025 : The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) will soon release the official notification for IBPS PO Recruitment 2026-27. This is a golden opportunity for graduates to secure a prestigious banking job with attractive salary packages and career growth.
The online examination (Preliminary and Main) for the upcoming Common Recruitment Process (CRP) for Recruitment and Selection of Personnel for Probationary Officer/ Management Trainee (PO/MT) posts in the Participating Public Sector Banks will be conducted by the Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) as per the tentative schedule provided below :
In this comprehensive guide, we cover:
✅ IBPS PO 2026-27 Exam Dates
✅ Eligibility Criteria (Age Limit, Qualification)
✅ Vacancy Details (Expected)
✅ Selection Process (Prelims, Mains, Interview)
✅ Syllabus & Exam Pattern
✅ How to Apply Online
✅ Preparation Tips & Best Books
IBPS PO 2026-27: Important Dates (Tentative)
| Event | Dates (Expected) |
| Notification Release | 30.06.2025 |
| Online Application Starts | 01.07.2025 to 21.07.2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 01.07.2025 to 21.07.2025 |
| Prelims Admit Card | October 2026 |
| Prelims Exam | October/November 2026 |
| Mains Exam | December 2026 |
| Interview | January/February 2027 |
| Final Result | March/April 2027 |
(Note: Exact dates will be updated once IBPS releases the official notification.)
IBPS PO 2026-27 Vacancies (Expected)
The IBPS PO 2026-27 recruitment will fill 4000+ vacancies across 11 participating banks, including:
- State Bank of India (SBI) (if conducted separately)
- Punjab National Bank (PNB)
- Bank of Baroda (BOB)
- Canara Bank
- Union Bank of India
- Indian Bank
- And more…
(Vacancies will be confirmed in the official notification.)
IBPS PO Eligibility Criteria 2026
1. Nationality
- Must be a citizen of India, Nepal, Bhutan, or a Tibetan refugee settled before 1962.
2. Age Limit (As of 01-08-2026)
- Minimum Age: 20 years
- Maximum Age: 30 years
- Age Relaxation:
- OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 years
- SC/ST: 5 years
- PwD: 10 years
3. Educational Qualification
- Graduation Degree (Any Discipline) from a recognized university.
- Final-year students can apply if they submit proof before the interview.
IBPS PO Selection Process 2026
The recruitment involves three stages:
- Preliminary Exam (Online) – Qualifying in nature
- Mains Exam (Online) – Higher difficulty level
- Interview (100 Marks) – Personality & Banking Awareness
(Final selection is based on Mains + Interview scores.)
IBPS PO Exam Pattern & Syllabus
🔹 Prelims Exam (100 Marks | 1 Hour)
| Section | Questions | Marks |
| English Language | 30 | 30 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 35 | 35 |
| Reasoning Ability | 35 | 35 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
(Negative marking: 0.25 marks per wrong answer.)
🔹 Mains Exam (200+25 Marks | 3 Hours)
| Section | Questions | Marks |
| Reasoning & Computer Aptitude | 45 | 60 |
| General/Economy/Banking Awareness | 40 | 40 |
| English Language | 35 | 40 |
| Data Analysis & Interpretation | 35 | 60 |
| Descriptive Test (Letter/Essay) | 2 | 25 |
How to Apply Online for IBPS PO 2026?
- Visit the official website: https://www.ibps.in
- Click on “CRP PO/MT 2026-27”
- Register with Name, Email, and Mobile No.
- Fill out the Online Application Form
- Upload Photo, Signature & Documents
- Pay Application Fee (₹850 for General/OBC, ₹175 for SC/ST/PwD)
- Submit & Download Confirmation
Preparation Tips for IBPS PO 2026
✔ Understand Syllabus & Exam Pattern
✔ Solve Previous Year Papers
✔ Take Mock Tests Daily
✔ Focus on Time Management
✔ Read Newspapers (Banking Awareness)
Best Books for IBPS PO 2026
- Quantitative Aptitude: RS Aggarwal
- Reasoning: Arihant Experts
- English: SP Bakshi
- Banking Awareness: Kiran Publications
Final Words
The IBPS PO 2026-27 recruitment is a lifetime opportunity for banking aspirants. Start your preparation early, follow a disciplined study plan, and stay updated with the latest exam notifications.
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