IBPS Clerk Recruitment 2026 Notification Out

IBPS Clerk Recruitment 2026

The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has released the short notification for IBPS Clerk Recruitment 2026 under CRP CSA-XVI for recruitment of Customer Service Associates (CSA) in participating public sector banks. The online application process will begin on 1 August 2026 and continue till 21 August 2026.

IBPS Clerk is one of the most popular banking examinations in India and offers candidates an opportunity to join leading public sector banks as Customer Service Associates.

IBPS Clerk 2026 Overview

Particulars	Details
Organization	Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS)
Exam Name	IBPS Clerk 2026
Post Name	Customer Service Associate (CSA)
Recruitment Process	CRP CSA-XVI
Application Mode	Online
Job Location	Across India
Official Website	ibps.in

Important Dates

Event	Date
Short Notification Release	July 2026
Online Application Start	1 August 2026
Last Date to Apply	21 August 2026
Preliminary Exam	Expected October 2026
Main Exam	Expected November/December 2026

IBPS Clerk Vacancy 2026

The detailed state-wise and category-wise vacancy distribution will be released through the full notification.

Expected Vacancy Categories

General (UR)
OBC
EWS
SC
ST
PwBD

Candidates should check the official notification for exact vacancy details once released.

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

Graduation in any discipline from a recognized University.
Candidates must possess a valid degree certificate on or before the eligibility date.

Computer Knowledge

Basic computer knowledge is required.
Computer certificate/diploma may be required as per notification.

Age Limit

Criteria	Age
Minimum Age	20 Years
Maximum Age	28 Years

Age relaxation will be applicable as per Government rules.

Selection Process

Stage 1: Preliminary Examination

Stage 2: Main Examination

Stage 3: Document Verification

There is no interview stage for IBPS Clerk recruitment.

IBPS Clerk Prelims Exam Pattern

English Language

30 Questions
30 Marks

Numerical Ability

35 Questions
35 Marks

Reasoning Ability

35 Questions
35 Marks

Total

100 Questions
100 Marks
60 Minutes

IBPS Clerk Mains Exam Pattern

General/Financial Awareness

General English

Reasoning Ability & Computer Aptitude

Quantitative Aptitude

Total marks and question distribution will be notified in the detailed notification.

Detailed Syllabus

Reasoning Ability

Seating Arrangement
Puzzles
Blood Relations
Coding-Decoding
Syllogism
Direction Sense
Inequalities

Quantitative Aptitude

Simplification
Number Series
Percentage
Profit & Loss
Ratio & Proportion
Time & Work
Data Interpretation

English Language

Reading Comprehension
Error Detection
Cloze Test
Para Jumbles
Fill in the Blanks

General Awareness

Banking Awareness
RBI
Financial News
Current Affairs
Government Schemes

Computer Knowledge

MS Office
Internet
Networking Basics
Computer Fundamentals

How to Apply Online

Visit the IBPS official website.
Click on CRP CSA-XVI Recruitment.
Register using email ID and mobile number.
Fill the application form.
Upload documents.
Pay application fee.
Submit and download the application form.

IBPS Clerk Apply Online 2026 Link

The online registration process for the IBPS Clerk 2026 exam for Clerical cadre vacancies will start on 1st August 2026 at the official website www.ibps.in. For the ease of candidates, we will also provide a direct link below to apply online once it is activated at the official website. Candidates must keep important documents handy while completing the application form.