IBPS Clerk Notification 2026: Exam Dates, Vacancies, Apply Online Guide

The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) will soon release the IBPS Clerk Notification 2026 for Customer Service Associate (CSA) posts in public sector banks. This recruitment targets graduates aged 20-28 seeking stable banking jobs across India.

It offers entry-level roles handling customer transactions, accounts, and daily operations, making it a top choice for freshers from small towns.

IBPS Clerk Notification 2026: Key Highlights

Vacancy Details

Exact ibps clerk state wise vacancies for 2026 remain TBA, but expect distribution like 2025’s 15,701 total—highest in Uttar Pradesh (2,811), Maharashtra (1,634), Karnataka (1,386). Category-wise splits (UR/OBC/SC/ST) will feature in the notification; states like Bihar (760) and Tamil Nadu (1,217) also see strong numbers.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates need a graduation degree from a recognised university, with proof like marksheets by application end. Age is 20-28 years (born not before 02.07.1998, not after 01.07.2006), with relaxations: 5 years for SC/ST, 3 for OBC, 10 for PwD.

Basic computer skills and local language proficiency (read/write/speak) are musts—provisional means temporary, verified later.

Selection Process

Two online exams: Prelims (qualifying, 100 questions/100 marks/60 mins) covers English (30Q), Numerical Ability (35Q), Reasoning (35Q). Mains (200 marks/155 questions/120 mins) adds General Awareness, Computer Aptitude; no interview—mains score decides allotment.

Negative marking: 0.25 per wrong answer; sectional cut-offs apply.

Salary & Job Profile

Starting basic pay Rs. 24,050, in-hand Rs. 38,000-42,000 (metros) including DA, HRA, CCA. Clerks manage cash, passbooks, queries; growth to senior roles via internal exams.

How to Apply

• Visit www.ibps.in, click CRP CSA XVI link.
• Register with mobile/email for provisional number/password.
• Fill form, upload photo/signature/thumb impression/handwritten declaration (specs: photo 20-50KB JPG).
• Select state (final, no change), pay fee online, print form.

Use updated browser; have DigiLocker for quick docs.

Important Dates and Fees

Fees: SC/ST/PwD Rs. 175; Others Rs. 850 (non-refundable).

Important Instructions

Scan docs clearly (white background, exact sizes); avoid caps in declaration. Choose state wisely—impacts posting. Print e-receipt; track updates via SMS. Common mistakes: wrong photo size (rejection), late edits post-payment.

Official Sources

• Main site: www.ibps.in
• Apply portal: ibpsonline.ibps.in

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