The IBPS CRP PO/MT-XVI Recruitment 2026 notification has been officially released by the Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) for the post of Probationary Officer/Management Trainee (PO/MT) in Participating Public Sector Banks. As per the official notification dated 01.07.2026, the recruitment falls under the Notification Released / Application Open stage, with online registration starting on 01.07.2026 and closing on 21.07.2026. This article covers a single post group - Probationary Officer/Management Trainee - recruited jointly across 11 participating public sector banks under one Common Recruitment Process (CRP).
Quick Answer: IBPS CRP PO/MT-XVI is a Common Recruitment Process conducted by IBPS to select Probationary Officers/Management Trainees for 11 Participating Public Sector Banks against vacancies for the financial year 2027-28. The process includes an Online Preliminary Exam, Online Main Exam, Personality Test, and Common Interview, followed by provisional allotment to one of the participating banks.
Quick Highlights
- Organization: Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS)
- Post Name: Probationary Officer/Management Trainee (PO/MT)
- Total Vacancies: 6715 (indicative, as per Annexure I; some banks reported "Not Reported")
- Apply Mode: Online
- Start Date: 01.07.2026
- Last Date: 21.07.2026
- Qualification: Graduation (Degree) in any discipline from a recognised university
- Age Limit: Minimum 20 years, Maximum 30 years (as on 01.07.2026)
Notification PDF and Official Website
Candidates are advised to read the complete official notification before applying. The detailed notification and application link are available on the official IBPS website.
- Official Notification PDF: Detailed-Notification_CRP-PO-XVI_Final_V1_30_06_2026 (as provided by IBPS)
- Direct Link to Apply Online for IBPS CRP PO/MT-XVI
- Official Website: www.ibps.in
- Grievance Portal: cgrs.ibps.in
IBPS CRP PO/MT-XVI Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Organization Name | Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) |
|---|---|
| Advertisement/Notification Number | CRP PO/MT-XVI |
| Post Name | Probationary Officer/Management Trainee |
| Total Vacancies | 6715 (indicative) |
| Job Type | Not Announced Yet |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Start Date | 01.07.2026 |
| Last Date | 21.07.2026 |
| Official Website | www.ibps.in |
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IBPS PO 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Tentative Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 01.07.2026 |
| Online Registration Start Date | 01.07.2026 |
| Online Registration Last Date | 21.07.2026 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 21.07.2026 |
| Correction/Edit Window | For 2 days after closing of registration (exact dates to be notified on official IBPS website) |
| Pre-Examination Training (PET) | August 2026 |
| Preliminary Exam Call Letter Download | August 2026 |
| Online Preliminary Exam | August 2026 |
| Preliminary Exam Result | September 2026 |
| Main Exam Call Letter Download | September 2026 |
| Online Main Exam | October 2026 |
| Main Exam Result | November 2026 |
| Personality Test | November 2026 |
| Interview | November/December 2026 |
| Provisional Allotment | January 2027 |
Note: All dates above are tentative as officially mentioned in the notification and are subject to change. Candidates should regularly check www.ibps.in for updates.
IBPS PO/MT 2026 Vacancy Details (Annexure I – Indicative)
| Participating Bank | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Bank of Baroda | 1900 |
| Bank of India | 500 |
| Bank of Maharashtra | 1100 |
| Canara Bank | 1500 |
| Central Bank of India | 500 |
| Indian Bank | Not Reported |
| Indian Overseas Bank | 550 |
| Punjab National Bank | 504 |
| Punjab & Sind Bank | 161 |
| UCO Bank | Not Reported |
| Union Bank of India | Not Reported |
| Total | 6715 |
Category-wise (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/UR) and PwBD vacancy breakup for each bank is available in Annexure I of the official notification. These vacancy figures are indicative and subject to change based on actual requirements reported by the participating banks.
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Eligibility Criteria
Nationality/Citizenship
A candidate must be either:
- A Citizen of India, or
- A subject of Nepal, or
- A subject of Bhutan, or
- A Tibetan refugee who came to India before 1st January 1962 with the intention of permanently settling in India, or
- A person of Indian origin who has migrated from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, Kenya, Uganda, the United Republic of Tanzania, Zambia, Malawi, Zaire, Ethiopia, or Vietnam with the intention of permanently settling in India (an eligibility certificate from the Government of India is required for these categories).
Educational Qualification (As on 21.07.2026)
| Post | Qualification Required |
|---|---|
| Probationary Officer/Management Trainee | A Degree (Graduation) in any discipline from a University recognised by the Government of India, or an equivalent qualification recognised by the Central Government. |
Candidates must possess a valid mark-sheet/degree certificate confirming graduation on the day of registration and must indicate the percentage of marks obtained in graduation while registering online.
Age Limit (As on 01.07.2026)
- Minimum Age: 20 years
- Maximum Age: 30 years
- A candidate must have been born not earlier than 02.07.1996 and not later than 01.07.2006 (both dates inclusive).
Age Relaxation
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribe (SC/ST) | 5 years |
| Other Backward Classes (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 years |
| Persons With Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) | 10 years |
| Ex-Servicemen/Commissioned Officers (ECOs/SSCOs) with at least 5 years military service | 5 years |
The relaxation in upper age limit for SC/ST/OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) candidates is allowed on a cumulative basis with only one of the remaining categories. The maximum age limit is applicable to General Category and Economically Weaker Section (EWS) candidates.
Salary/Pay Scale
As per the official notification, the pay scale for Probationary Officer/Management Trainee is:
Basic Pay: ₹48480-2000/7-62480-2340/2-67160-2680/7-85920
The official will also be eligible for allowances and perquisites as per the rules of the concerned Participating Bank in force from time to time.
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Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee/Intimation Charges |
|---|---|
| SC/ST/PwBD Candidates | ₹175/- (inclusive of GST) |
| All Other Candidates | ₹850/- (inclusive of GST) |
Payment is accepted only through online mode (Debit Cards, Credit Cards, Internet Banking, IMPS, Cash Cards/Mobile Wallets/UPI). Bank transaction charges, if any, must be borne by the candidate.
Selection Process
The IBPS CRP PO/MT-XVI selection process consists of the following stages:
- Online Preliminary Examination (Objective Test)
- Online Main Examination (Objective and Descriptive)
- Personality Test (self-report, non-qualifying but mandatory for interview eligibility)
- Common Interview
- Provisional Allotment
Preliminary Examination Pattern
| Test Name | No. of Questions | Maximum Marks | Medium | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| English Language | 30 | 30 | English | 20 minutes |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 35 | 30 | English & Hindi | 20 minutes |
| Reasoning Ability | 35 | 40 | English & Hindi | 20 minutes |
| Total | 100 | 100 | - | 60 minutes |
Main Examination Pattern
| Test Name | No. of Questions | Maximum Marks | Medium | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reasoning | 40 | 60 | English & Hindi | 45 minutes |
| General/Economy/Banking Awareness/Digital/Financial Awareness including RBI circulars | 50 | 60 | English & Hindi | 35 minutes |
| English Language | 40 | 20 | English | 35 minutes |
| Data Analysis & Interpretation | 40 | 60 | English & Hindi | 45 minutes |
| Total (Objective) | 170 | 200 | - | 160 minutes |
| Descriptive Paper (Essay and Comprehension) | 2 | 25 | English | 30 minutes |
There is a penalty of 1/4th (0.25) marks for each wrong answer in the objective tests. No penalty applies for unattempted questions.
Interview and Final Merit
- Total marks for Interview: 100
- Minimum qualifying marks in interview: 40% (35% for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD candidates)
- Weightage ratio of Online Main Exam to Interview: 80:20
- Final merit is based on combined score of Main Exam and Interview.
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Required Documents
Candidates must produce the following documents (original + self-attested photocopies) at the time of interview/document verification, as applicable:
- Printout of the valid Interview Call Letter
- System-generated printout of the online application form
- Proof of Date of Birth (Birth Certificate or SSLC/Std. X Certificate with DOB)
- Photo Identity Proof (as specified in the notification)
- Mark-sheets/certificates for Graduation or equivalent qualification
- Caste Certificate (for SC/ST/OBC candidates, in prescribed format)
- Income and Asset Certificate (for EWS candidates)
- Disability Certificate (for PwBD candidates, issued by District Medical Board)
- Scribe-related certificate/undertaking (if applicable)
- Ex-servicemen documents (Discharge book, pension order, rank proof), if applicable
- No Objection Certificate (for candidates already employed in Government/PSU roles)
- Experience certificates, if applicable
How to Apply for IBPS CRP PO/MT-XVI 2026
- Visit the official IBPS website: www.ibps.in
- Click on the "CRP PO/MT" link on the homepage.
- Click on "CLICK HERE TO APPLY ONLINE FOR CRP-PROBATIONARY OFFICERS/MANAGEMENT TRAINEES (CRP-PO/MT-XVI)".
- Click "CLICK HERE FOR NEW REGISTRATION" and fill in basic details to generate a provisional registration number and password.
- Upload photograph, signature, left thumb impression, hand-written declaration, SSC/SSLC/10th standard certificate, and other required documents as per specifications.
- Fill in the online application form carefully using the "SAVE AND NEXT" option.
- Pay the application fee/intimation charges online.
- Click "COMPLETE REGISTRATION" after verifying all details.
- Take a printout of the final submitted application form and e-receipt for future reference.
Important Instructions
- No change/modification/correction is allowed after the expiry of the Edit Window.
- Not more than one application should be submitted; multiple applications will result in forfeiture of fees for extra registrations.
- Any request for change of examination centre, date, or venue will not be entertained.
- Candidates should possess/acquire a valid Aadhaar card for the CRP process.
- Multiple attendance/appearances in the online examination and/or interview will result in summary rejection/cancellation of candidature.
- Any resulting dispute is subject to the sole jurisdiction of the Courts situated at Mumbai.
- Candidates must retain the same photograph used at all stages of the selection process.
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