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Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has invited applications for IBPS Clerk CRP XVI 16th Recruitment 2026 (11,403 posts). Online applications are open from 01 Aug 2026 to 21 Aug 2026. Eligibility: Bachelor Degree in Any Stream in Any Recognized University in India. Age limit: 20 to 28 years as on 01 Aug 2026. Fee: General / OBC/EWS candidates pay ₹850 (Pay the Examination Fee Through Online Fee Mode Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, Mobile Wallet, Cash Card.).

Organisation:
Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS)
Total posts:
11,403
Apply from:
01 Aug 2026
Last date:
21 Aug 2026
Exam date:
September 2026
Age limit:
20 to 28 years as on 01 Aug 2026
Qualification:
Bachelor Degree in Any Stream in Any Recognized University in India
Fee:
General / OBC/EWS candidates pay ₹850 (Pay the Examination Fee Through Online Fee Mode Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, Mobile Wallet, Cash Card.)
Mode:
Online

The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection has invited applications for Clerk posts under CRP XVI, its 16th common recruitment process, for 11403 vacancies across participating banks nationwide.

Online applications opened on 1 August 2026 and close on 21 August 2026, which is also the last date to pay the exam fee. The fee is 850 rupees for General, OBC and EWS candidates, and 175 rupees for SC, ST and PH candidates, payable online through debit card, credit card, net banking, mobile wallet or cash card. Applicants must be between 20 and 28 years old and hold a bachelor's degree in any stream from a recognised university.

PET training is scheduled for September 2026, followed by the preliminary online exam in October 2026, with the prelims result expected in November 2026 and the mains exam set for December 2026. The prelims admit card will be released before the exam, and the correction window will open as per schedule. Candidates should keep track of each stage as the dates are confirmed.

Important Dates

Important dates
EventDate
Application Begin
Last Date for Apply Online
Last Date Pay Exam Fee
Correction DateAs per Schedule
PET TrainingSeptember 2026
Online Pre Exam DateOctober 2026
Pre Admit Card AvailableBefore Exam
Pre Result AvailableNovember 2026
Mains Exam DateDecember 2026

Application Fee

Application fee by category
CategoryFee
General / OBC/EWS₹850
SC / ST / PH₹175

Pay the Examination Fee Through Online Fee Mode Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, Mobile Wallet, Cash Card.

Age Limit

Age limit
LimitAge
Minimum Age20 Years
Maximum Age28 Years

Vacancy Details

Total: 11403 Post
Post NameTotal PostEligibility
Clerk11,403Bachelor Degree in Any Stream in Any Recognized University in India.

How to Apply

  1. 1Read the official notification carefully before you start, since it covers eligibility, age limit, and the full breakdown of all 11403 posts in more depth than any summary can.
  2. 2Open the "Apply Online" link on this page to go to Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS)'s own application portal; applications submitted anywhere else won't be valid.
  3. 3Register with a working email address and mobile number, since the portal typically sends your login details and status updates to both.
  4. 4Fill in the form with your personal, educational and category details exactly as they appear on your certificates. A mismatch here is one of the most common reasons applications get rejected at verification.
  5. 5Upload your scanned photograph and signature in the exact format, dimensions and file size the notification specifies.
  6. 6Pay the application fee. General / OBC/EWS candidates pay ₹850 (Pay the Examination Fee Through Online Fee Mode Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, Mobile Wallet, Cash Card.).
  7. 7Check every section of the completed form on the preview screen before you submit, since most portals don't allow edits afterward.
  8. 8Download or print the confirmation page once submission is complete; you'll likely need it again at the admit card or document verification stage.
  9. 9Applications close on 21 Aug 2026, so don't leave this for the last day. Portals slow down and sometimes fail under heavy traffic right before a deadline.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which organization is conducting this recruitment?

This recruitment is being conducted by Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS). Refer to the official notification linked on this page for the full details.

What is the last date to apply?

The online application window closes on 21 Aug 2026. It's best to submit well before this date, since portals often slow down under heavy traffic close to the deadline.

How many vacancies are there?

Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has announced a total of 11,403 posts under this recruitment. See the Vacancy Details section on this page for the post-wise and category-wise breakup.

What is the age limit?

The prescribed age limit is 20 to 28 years, as on the date specified in the official notification.

Is there an application fee?

General / OBC/EWS candidates pay ₹850 (Pay the Examination Fee Through Online Fee Mode Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, Mobile Wallet, Cash Card.).

What is the eligibility criteria?

Eligibility varies by post. For example: Bachelor Degree in Any Stream in Any Recognized University in India.. Check the Vacancy Details section on this page or the official notification for the full post-wise eligibility.

How can I apply?

Use the "Apply Online" link on this page to go directly to Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS)'s application portal, and follow the steps in the How to Apply section above.

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Quick Facts

Organization
Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS)
Posted
01 Aug 2026
Total Posts
11,403