IBPS PO Recruitment 2025: The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has announced the Common Recruitment Process (CRP) PO/MT-XV for the recruitment of Probationary Officers/ Management Trainees in participating public sector banks for the vacancies of 2026-27. The selection will be through an online examination consisting of Preliminary and Main stages, followed by a Personality Test and Interview. This process is conducted annually and covers Banking vacancies of various banks across India.
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Vacancy Details
| Participating Banks | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Bank of Baroda | 1000 |
| Bank of India | 700 |
| Bank of Maharashtra | 1000 |
| Canara Bank | 1000 |
| Central Bank of India | 500 |
| Indian Overseas Bank | 450 |
| Punjab National Bank | 200 |
| Punjab & Sind Bank | 358 |
| Total | 5208 |
Pay Scale
All the candidates selected under IBPS PO Recruitment 2025 will join as Probationary Officer/ Management Trainee and their Salary Scale will be:
- Basic Pay: ₹48,480 – 2,000 (7 increments) – ₹62,480 – 2,340 (2 increments) – ₹67,160 – 2,680 (7 increments) – ₹85,920
- Eligible for allowances and perquisites as per the rules of the participating banks.
Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit
- Minimum age: 20 years
- Maximum age: 30 years (born between 2nd July 1995 and 1st July 2005 inclusive)
- Relaxations applicable for various categories as per government guidelines, such as:
- SC/ST: 5 years
- OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 years
- Persons with Benchmark Disabilities: 10 years
- Ex-Servicemen with conditions: 5 years
Educational Qualification
A degree (graduation) in any discipline from a university recognized by the Government of India or equivalent qualification recognized by the Central Government. The final result should be declared on or before 21st July 2025. The candidate must possess valid mark sheet or degree certificate at the time of registration.
Nationality
- Citizen of India
- Subject of Nepal or Bhutan
- Tibetan Refugee who came to India before 1st Jan 1962 with the intention of permanent settlement
- Persons of Indian origin migrated from specified countries with a certificate of eligibility issued by Government of India
Selection Process
The selection procedure of IBPS PO Recruitment 2025 will consist multiple stages, as mentioned below:
- Online Preliminary Examination
- Online Main Examination
- Personality Test
- Common Interview conducted by Participating Banks
- Provisional Allotment to one of the Participating Banks
Exam Pattern
Preliminary Examination (Online Objective Test)
| Test | No. of Questions | Maximum Marks | Medium | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| English Language | 30 | 30 | English | 20 mins |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 35 | 30 | English and Hindi | 20 mins |
| Reasoning Ability | 35 | 40 | English and Hindi | 20 mins |
Total time: 60 minutes
Main Examination (Online Objective and Descriptive)
| Test | Questions | Marks | Medium | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reasoning | 40 | 60 | English and Hindi | 50 mins |
| General/ Economy/ Banking Awareness/ Digital/ Financial Awareness | 35 | 50 | English and Hindi | 25 mins |
| English Language | 35 | 40 | English | 40 mins |
| Data Analysis & Interpretation | 35 | 50 | English and Hindi | 45 mins |
| Descriptive Paper (Essay and Comprehension) | 2 | 25 | English | 30 mins |
Total time for Objective Tests: 160 minutes
Final Selection: The final scores of the Main Examination only will be considered for shortlisting and merit.
Documents Required
- Photo identity proof (original and photocopy) matching name on application
- Photographs (passport size)
- Mark-sheets and certificates for graduation
- Caste certificate for Reserved Categories
- Income and Asset Certificate for EWS candidates
- Disability certificate for PwBD candidates
- Service/ Discharge book for Ex-servicemen
- No Objection Certificate for candidates in government/ public sector jobs
- Experience certificates, if applicable
- Handwritten declaration and other certificates as required
Steps to Apply
- Visit the application portal of IBPS PO Recruitment 2025 by clicking on the link given below
- Register as a new candidate providing personal details
- Log in to the application portal and start filling the form, as asked
- Upload the required documents like photograph, signature, thumb impression, handwritten declaration, certificates
- Make payment of application fees online
- Submit the application form after verifying all details carefully
- Take a printout of the application form and fee receipt for future reference
Fee Structure
- SC/ ST/ PwBD candidates: ₹175 (inclusive of GST)
- All other candidates: ₹850 (inclusive of GST)
- Bank transaction charges to be borne by candidates
Key Dates of IBPS PO Recruitment 2025
| Online registration including Edit/ Modification of Application | 1st July 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 21st July 2025 |
| Payment of Application Fees/ Intimation Charges (Online) | 21st July 2025 |
| Conduct of Pre-Examination Training | August 2025 |
| Download of call letters for Preliminary Examination | August 2025 |
| Online Examination – Preliminary | August 2025 |
| Result of Preliminary Examination | September 2025 |
| Download of Call Letter for Main Examination | September/ October 2025 |
| Online Examination – Main | October 2025 |
| Declaration of Result – Main Examination | November 2025 |
| Personality Test | November/ December 2025 |
| Conduct of Interview | December 2025/ January 2026 |
| Provisional Allotment | January/ February 2026 |
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