The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has officially announced its 2026 notification for the IBPS Clerk recruitment drive. The number of vacancies is 11,403, available across 11 public sector banks nationwide. The last date to apply for IBPS Clerk 2026 is 21st August 2026. Interested candidates can scroll and get complete details below.
IBPS Clerk Recruitment 2026:
| Organization Name | Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) |
| Exam | Clerk |
| Post Name | Customer Service Associate (CSA) |
| Salary | ₹24,050-₹64,480/-Month |
| Total Vacancies | 11,403 |
| Job Location | Across India |
| Last date to apply | 21 August 2026 |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Selection Process | Preliminary and Mains Examination |
| Category |
Bank Jobs |
| Official Website | ibps.in |
Job Description:
Are you a fresh graduate looking for a promising career in the banking sector? If yes, then the IBPS Clerk Recruitment 2025 is the perfect opportunity for you. The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has announced the recruitment of clerks in various nationalized banks across India. This article will provide you with all the essential details you need to know about the IBPS Clerk Recruitment 2025.
IBPS Clerk Recruitment 2026 – Educational Qualifications:
- A Degree (Graduation) in any discipline from a University recognised by the Govt. Of India or any equivalent qualification recognized as such by the Central Government.
- The candidate must possess a valid Mark-sheet / Degree Certificate that he/ she is a graduate on the day he/she registers and indicate the percentage of marks obtained in Graduation while registering online
- Should be proficient in (reading, writing, speaking and understanding) the specified/opted local language of that State/UT
- Computer Literacy: Operating and working knowledge in computer systems is mandatory i.e., candidates should have a Certificate/Diploma/Degree in computer operations/Language/ should have studied Computer / Information Technology as one of the subjects in the High School/College/Institute
IBPS Clerk Vacancy 2026:
| State/UT | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Andaman & Nicobar | 18 |
| Andhra Pradesh | 186 |
| Arunachal Pradesh | 45 |
| Assam | 349 |
| Bihar | 491 |
| Chandigarh | 20 |
| Chhattisgarh | 265 |
| Dadra & Nagar Haveli | 18 |
| Daman & Diu | 7 |
| Delhi | 415 |
| Goa | 61 |
| Gujarat | 698 |
| Haryana | 196 |
| Himachal Pradesh | 97 |
| Jammu & Kashmir | 67 |
| Jharkhand | 182 |
| Karnataka | 1414 |
| Kerala | 108 |
| Ladakh | 6 |
| Lakshadweep | 11 |
| Madhya Pradesh | 570 |
| Maharashtra | 1051 |
| Manipur | 42 |
| Meghalaya | 22 |
| Mizoram | 17 |
| Nagaland | 31 |
| Odisha | 337 |
| Puducherry | 26 |
| Punjab | 481 |
| Rajasthan | 392 |
| Sikkim | 28 |
| Tamil Nadu | 675 |
| Telangana | 191 |
| Tripura | 64 |
| Uttar Pradesh | 1731 |
| Uttarakhand | 145 |
| West Bengal | 946 |
| Total | 11,403 |
Participating Banks for IBPS Clerk 2026:
- Bank of Baroda
- Bank of India
- Bank of Maharashtra
- Canara Bank
- Central Bank of India
- Indian Bank
- Indian Overseas Bank
- Punjab National Bank
- Punjab & Sind Bank
- UCO Bank
- Union Bank of India
IBPS Clerk Recruitment 2026 – Age Limit:
- Minimum age is 20 years and Maximum 28 years, i.e., a candidate must have been born not earlier than 02.08.1998 and not later than 01.08.2006 (both dates inclusive
- Age relaxation for the upper age limit is as per the government rules.
Age Relaxation:
- OBC Candidates: 3 years.
- SC/ST Candidates: 5 years.
- PWD Candidates: 10 years.
- Ex-Servicemen/Disabled Ex-Servicemen (SC/ST): 8 years.
- Persons affected by 1984 riots: 5 years.
IBPS Recruitment 2026 Selection Process:
- IBPS Clerk selection process is based on the Preliminary Examination and Main Examination.
- Candidates who cleared the cut-off marks of the Preliminary Examination are called for the Mains Examination.
- The Final Merit List is based on the Main Examination only.
Preliminary Examination:
This phase is conducted online and consists of objective-type questions. It tests candidates’ proficiency in the English language, numerical ability, and reasoning ability.
| Test | Question | Marks | Duration |
| English Language | 30 | 30 | 20 minutes |
| Numerical Ability | 35 | 35 | 20 minutes |
| Reasoning Ability | 35 | 35 | 20 minutes |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 60 minutes |
- Candidates have to qualify in each of the three tests by securing cut-off marks to be decided by IBPS.
- An adequate number of candidates in each category, as decided by IBPS depending upon requirements, will be shortlisted for the Online Main examination.
Main Examination:
Candidates who qualify in the preliminary examination will be eligible to appear for the main examination. The main examination includes sections such as general/financial awareness, general English, reasoning ability, and quantitative aptitude. Consisting of 160 Questions for 200 marks for 125 Minutes
At the time of Main Exam: Candidates must bring a duly authenticated Online Preliminary Exam call letter (with an authenticated copy of ID proof) as well as a Main Exam call letter. These documents, along with other requisite documents, must be submitted during the Main Exam.
| Section | Question | Marks | Duration |
| General/ Financial Awareness | 40 | 50 | 20 Minutes |
| General English | 40 | 40 | 35 Minutes |
| Reasoning Ability | 40 | 60 | 35 Minutes |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 40 | 50 | 35 minutes |
| Total | 160 | 200 | 125 Minutes |
Note: Any change in the structure of the examination will be intimated through the authorised IBPS website
Penalty for Wrong Answers (Applicable to both – Preliminary & Main Examination)
- There will be a penalty for wrong answers marked in the Objective Tests.
- For each question for which a wrong answer has been given by the candidate, one-fourth or 0.25 of the marks assigned to that question will be deducted as penalty to arrive at the corrected score.
- If a question is left blank, i.e., no answer is marked by the candidate, there will be no penalty for that question.
IBPS Clerk Application Fee 2026
- Gen/ OBC/ EWS Candidates: Rs. 850/-
- SC/ ST/ PwBD/ ESM/ DESM Candidates: Rs. 175/-
- Mode of Payment: Online
Documents Required
For Uploading
- Passport Photograph
- Signature
- Left Thumb Impression
- Handwritten Declaration
- 10th / SSLC Certificate or Mark Sheet
- Disability Certificate (If applicable)
At Exam Centre (Prelims & Main Exam)
- Admit Card / Call Letter
- Photo ID Proof (Original + Photocopy)
- Additional Photograph
- Scribe Declaration Form (If applicable)
During Document Verification (DV) & Joining
- Online Application Form
- Proof of Date of Birth
- Educational Certificates
- Local Language Proof
- Category / Caste Certificate
- EWS Certificate (If applicable)
- Disability Certificate (If applicable)
- Ex-Servicemen Documents (If applicable)
- No Objection Certificate (NOC)
- Name Change / Legal Proofs (If applicable)
- Certificate of Eligibility (If applicable)
Preparation Tips
Preparing for the IBPS Clerk Recruitment requires a systematic approach. Here are some tips to help you:
- Understand the exam pattern and syllabus thoroughly.
- Create a study schedule and allocate time for each section.
- Practice previous years’ question papers and take mock tests.
- Improve your time management skills to complete the exam within the allotted time.
- Stay updated with current affairs and banking-related news.
Important dates:
| Events | Dates |
| Apply Online Starts | 1st August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 21st August 2026 |
| Edit Window (Modify/Correct Application | 2 days after closure of registration (exact dates to be notified on official) |
| Conduct of Pre-Exam Training | September 2026 |
| IBPS Clerk Prelims Exam Date 2026 | October, 2026 |
| Prelims Result | November, 2026 |
| IBPS Clerk Mains Exam Date 2026 | December, 2026 |
| Provisional Allotment | March 2027 |
About IBPS
Institute of Banking Personnel Selection will help to the organization with personnel activities on customer request; they offer promotion projects, recruitment projects, Assessment centre projects, Projects where only registration of applications was done, Admission test & certification projects. The vision of this IBPS is to improve the word class systems and objective manner for different clients.
How to Apply for IBPS Recruitment 2026?
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Go to the
IBPS Official Website -
Click on the link for “CRP CSA” on the homepage, and then select “CLICK HERE TO APPLY ONLINE FOR CRP- Customer Service Associates (CRP-CSA-XVI)”.
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Click on “CLICK HERE FOR NEW REGISTRATION”.
Fill in your basic details (Name, Mobile Number, Email ID). -
Upload the required document
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Carefully complete the application form. Note: Use the “SAVE AND NEXT” button to verify your details, as no changes are permitted once you click “COMPLETE REGISTRATION”.
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Pay the fees online (via Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI, etc.).
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After a successful transaction, take a printout of the generated e-receipt and the completed online application form for future reference.
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