The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has confirmed 4th October 2026 as the IBPS PO Mains 2026 exam date for the Common Recruitment Process PO/MT-XVI. This exam will select Probationary Officers (PO) and Management Trainees (MT) for 11 participating public sector banks. Below is a complete, easy-to-scan breakdown of the exam schedule, vacancy details, eligibility criteria, salary, selection process, and application information based on the official IBPS notification and tentative calendar.
IBPS PO Mains Exam Date 2026 - Quick Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) |
| Recruitment Name | CRP PO/MT-XVI (Common Recruitment Process for Probationary Officers/Management Trainees) |
| Post | Probationary Officer (PO) / Management Trainee (MT) |
| Vacancy Year | 2027-28 |
| Total Vacancies | 7,365 (revised; earlier indicative figure was 6,715) |
| Participating Banks | 11 Public Sector Banks |
| IBPS PO Prelims Exam Date 2026 | 22nd and 23rd August 2026 |
| IBPS PO Mains Exam Date 2026 | 4th October 2026 |
| Application Mode | Online only |
| Official Website | www.ibps.in |
IBPS PO Mains Exam Date 2026 - Important Dates
IBPS releases a tentative CRP calendar in advance so candidates can plan their preparation. As per the official Tentative Calendar of Online CRP for PSBs & RRBs (2026-2027) dated 16 January 2026, and the detailed CRP PO/MT-XVI notification, here are the key dates for IBPS PO 2026.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Registration Start Date | 1 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Register/Edit Application & Pay Fee | 26 July 2026 (extended from 21 July 2026) |
| IBPS PO Prelims Exam Date | 22 and 23 August 2026 |
| IBPS PO Mains Exam Date 2026 | 4 October 2026 |
| Interview/Personality Test | To be announced by IBPS after the Mains result |
Note: IBPS has stated that exam dates are tentative and may be revised due to administrative reasons, court orders, or government advisories. Candidates should keep checking the official website for the latest updates.
IBPS PO Mains Exam Date 2026 - Direct Notification PDF
The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has officially confirmed the IBPS PO Mains Exam Date 2026 for the CRP PO/MT-XVI recruitment process. Candidates who qualify in the Preliminary Examination will appear for the Mains Exam on 4 October 2026. The recruitment drive aims to fill 7,365 Probationary Officer (PO) and Management Trainee (MT) vacancies across 11 participating public sector banks. Candidates can use the direct links below to download the official CRP PO/MT-XVI notification and IBPS Tentative Calendar 2026-27 for complete exam details.
Click Here to Download IBPS Tentative CRP Calendar 2026-27 PDF
IBPS PO Selection Process 2026
Candidates are selected through a three-stage process:
- Preliminary Examination - Objective test on English Language, Quantitative Aptitude and Reasoning Ability (qualifying in nature).
- Main Examination - Objective and descriptive test covering Reasoning & Computer Aptitude, General/Economy/Banking Awareness, English Language, Data Analysis & Interpretation, and a descriptive paper (letter and essay writing).
- Interview / Personality Test - Shortlisted candidates from the Mains are called for an interview conducted by the participating banks. For the 2026 cycle, IBPS has introduced a Personality Test component before the Interview stage.
Final selection is based on the combined marks scored in the Main Examination and Interview, subject to category-wise cut-offs decided by IBPS and the participating banks.
Documents Required for IBPS PO 2026 Application
| Document | File Type | File Size |
|---|---|---|
| Photograph | .jpeg | 20 KB to 50 KB |
| Signature | .jpeg | 10 KB to 20 KB |
| Thumb Impression | .jpeg | 20 KB to 50 KB |
| Scanned Handwritten Declaration | .jpeg | 50 KB to 100 KB |
- The photograph must be a recent, clearly visible, passport-size colour picture.
- Candidates must also capture and upload a "live photograph" using a webcam or mobile phone at the time of application.
- The signature must be clearly visible and should NOT be in capital letters.
Important Instructions
- There is a single registration for both the Preliminary and Main examinations, wherever applicable.
- Providing incorrect or unsupported information may lead to rejection at the scrutiny or document verification stage.
- There is no separate fixed attempt limit; candidates may apply as long as they meet the age eligibility.
- Candidates are advised not to wait until the last date to apply, as heavy website traffic, payment failures, or upload errors can prevent successful submission.
- IBPS reserves the right to change exam dates or selection process guidelines due to administrative reasons, court orders, or government advisories.
Important Links
- Official Tentative CRP Calendar 2026-27 (PDF): Download here
- Official Website: www.ibps.in
