IBPS PO & SO Recruitment 2026 Last Date Extended to 26 July – Apply Online
Organization
IBPS
Last Date
26 Jul 2026
Exam Date
22 Aug 2026
Apply From
1 Jul 2026
Vacancies
8400
The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has extended the last date to apply online for IBPS PO & SO Recruitment 2026. As per the official update posted on ibps.in (21 July 2026), the online registration and fee payment window for CRP PO/MT-XVI (Probationary Officers / Management Trainees) and CRP SPL-XVI (Specialist Officers) now remains open till 26 July 2026. The earlier closing date was 21 July 2026.
Revised vacancies stand at about 7,365 for PO/MT and 1,035 for SO (totals may change if more banks report seats). Apply only on the official IBPS website — this page is an independent summary.
Latest Update: Last Date Extended
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| What changed | Online registration + fee payment last date |
| Earlier last date | 21 July 2026 |
| Revised last date | 26 July 2026 |
| Notice date (IBPS) | 21 July 2026 |
| Applies to | CRP PO/MT-XVI and CRP SPL-XVI |
| Eligibility, fee, exam pattern | Unchanged (as per detailed notifications) |
IBPS had also advised candidates to complete registration and payment well before the closing date due to heavy portal load. Do not wait for the final hours on 26 July.
IBPS PO & SO Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particulars | IBPS PO (CRP PO/MT-XVI) | IBPS SO (CRP SPL-XVI) |
|---|---|---|
| Organisation | IBPS | IBPS |
| Posts | Probationary Officer / Management Trainee | Specialist Officers (Scale I) — IT, AFO, Law, HR, Marketing, Rajbhasha |
| Vacancies (revised) | 7,365 (as on 20 July 2026) | 1,035 (revised) |
| Vacancy year | 2027–28 | 2027–28 |
| Participating banks | 11 public sector banks | 11 public sector banks |
| Application mode | Online only | Online only |
| Online registration | 1 July 2026 – 26 July 2026 | 1 July 2026 – 26 July 2026 |
| Official website | www.ibps.in | www.ibps.in |
Combined opportunity: about 8,400 posts across both CRPs (7,365 + 1,035), subject to further bank reporting.
Important Dates (Revised)
| Event | IBPS PO / MT-XVI | IBPS SO / SPL-XVI |
|---|---|---|
| Window / detailed notification | 30 June – 1 July 2026 | 30 June – 1 July 2026 |
| Online registration starts | 1 July 2026 | 1 July 2026 |
| Last date to apply & pay fee | 26 July 2026 (extended) | 26 July 2026 (extended) |
| Application edit window | 2 days after registration closes (as notified on IBPS site) | 2 days after registration closes (as notified on IBPS site) |
| Prelims exam | 22 & 23 August 2026 | 29 August 2026 |
| Mains exam | 4 October 2026 | 1 November 2026 |
| Personality test (PO) | After mains (as per IBPS schedule) | — |
| Interview | Nov / Dec 2026 (tentative) | Nov / Dec 2026 (tentative) |
| Provisional allotment / final result | As per IBPS (often early 2027) | As per IBPS |
Always re-check the live schedule on www.ibps.in.
Vacancy Details
IBPS PO Vacancy 2026 (revised as on 20 July 2026)
Updated Annexure-I on the IBPS website raised the PO/MT total to 7,365. UCO Bank and Union Bank of India were reported as not reported (NR) in several summaries — totals can rise when they report.
| Participating bank | Total vacancies (reported) |
|---|---|
| Bank of Baroda | 1,900 |
| Canara Bank | 1,500 |
| Bank of Maharashtra | 1,100 |
| Indian Bank | 650 |
| Indian Overseas Bank | 550 |
| Punjab National Bank | 504 |
| Bank of India | 500 |
| Central Bank of India | 500 |
| Punjab & Sind Bank | 161 |
| UCO Bank | NR |
| Union Bank of India | NR |
| Total (reported) | 7,365 |
Category-wise totals (as widely published from the updated annexure): SC 1,009 · ST 502 · OBC 1,816 · EWS 669 · General 2,719 ≈ 7,365.
IBPS SO Vacancy 2026 (revised – 1,035)
| Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| IT Officer (Scale I) | 376 |
| Agriculture Field Officer (AFO) | 370 |
| Law Officer (Scale I) | 125 |
| Rajbhasha Adhikari (Scale I) | 94 |
| HR / Personnel Officer (Scale I) | 60 |
| Marketing Officer (Scale I) | 10 |
| Total | 1,035 |
Post-wise and bank-wise seats can still change if banks revise indents. Confirm in the official CRP SPL-XVI notification / vacancy update on ibps.in.
Eligibility Criteria
Age limit (both PO and SO – as on 01.07.2026)
| Criterion | Detail |
|---|---|
| Minimum age | 20 years |
| Maximum age | 30 years |
| Date of birth (typical window) | Not earlier than 02.07.1996 and not later than 01.07.2006 (confirm in PDF) |
Age relaxation (usual GoI / IBPS norms): SC/ST – 5 years · OBC (NCL) – 3 years · PwBD – 10 years · Ex-servicemen – as per notification. Full table is in the detailed PDFs.
Educational qualification – IBPS PO
- A degree (graduation) in any discipline from a university recognised by the Government of India (or equivalent qualification recognised by Central Government).
- Candidate must possess a valid mark sheet / degree certificate showing they are a graduate on the date of online registration, with percentage of marks entered as required.
- Computer literacy is required (online exam and job).
Qualification date reference in notification is typically as on the original registration close date (21.07.2026) — verify the exact clause in the official PDF.
Educational qualification – IBPS SO (post-wise)
| Post | Usual qualification (confirm in official PDF) |
|---|---|
| IT Officer (Scale I) | 4-year Engg/Tech degree in CS/IT/Electronics streams or PG in relevant fields or Graduate with DOEACC ‘B’ level |
| Agriculture Field Officer | 4-year degree in Agriculture / Horticulture / Animal Husbandry / Veterinary / Dairy / Agri Engg / Fisheries / related streams |
| Law Officer | Bachelor’s degree in Law + enrolled as advocate with Bar Council |
| HR/Personnel Officer | Graduate + full-time PG degree/diploma in Personnel Management / IR / HR / HRD / Social Work / Labour Law |
| Marketing Officer | Graduate + full-time MMS/MBA (Marketing) or full-time PGDBA/PGDBM with Marketing specialisation |
| Rajbhasha Adhikari | PG in Hindi with English at graduation level or PG in Sanskrit with Hindi & English at graduation level |
Final-year students who have not completed the required qualification by the cut-off date are generally not eligible — check the notification text carefully.
Nationality
Citizen of India, or other categories allowed under IBPS rules (subjects of Nepal/Bhutan, certain Tibetan refugees, PIOs from specified countries with eligibility certificate).
Application Fee
Same fee structure is reported for both CRP PO/MT-XVI and CRP SPL-XVI (inclusive of GST; non-refundable once paid):
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| SC / ST / PwBD | ₹175 |
| General and others | ₹850 |
Payment: online only (debit/credit card, net banking, UPI as available on portal). Fee payment window is also extended to 26 July 2026.
Selection Process
IBPS PO / MT-XVI
- Online Preliminary Examination
- Online Main Examination
- Personality Test (self-report assessment after mains shortlisting — generally non-qualifying but mandatory as per this cycle’s rules)
- Common Interview (participating banks / nodal bank)
- Provisional allotment based on merit, vacancies and bank preference
IBPS SO / SPL-XVI
- Online Preliminary Examination (qualifying)
- Online Main Examination (professional knowledge weightage)
- Interview
- Provisional allotment
Final merit for SO typically uses Mains + Interview scores (Prelims not in final merit). Exact weightage is in the official notification.
Exam Pattern (summary)
IBPS PO Prelims (typical structure)
| Test | Questions | 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 |
- Negative marking: usually 0.25 of marks assigned to that question for each wrong answer.
IBPS PO Mains (as updated for this cycle – verify PDF)
Objective section typically includes Reasoning, English, Data Analysis & Interpretation, and General/Economy/Banking/Digital Awareness, plus a descriptive English paper (letter/essay). This cycle’s published pattern notes about 170 objective questions for 200 marks in the objective portion — always follow the official notification for exact section-wise marks and time.
IBPS SO Prelims (revised pattern – summary)
For IT / AFO / HR / Marketing: English, Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, and Professional Knowledge (higher marks on PK).
For Law Officer / Rajbhasha: English, Reasoning, General Awareness (banking), and Professional Knowledge.
Total often 100 questions, 125 marks, 80 minutes with sectional timings — confirm in CRP SPL-XVI PDF.
Negative marking of 0.25 per wrong answer typically applies in objective tests.
Salary
| Cadre | Scale of pay (basic) |
|---|---|
| IBPS PO / MT & SO Scale I | Basic ₹48,480 – 2000/7 – 62,480 – 2340/2 – 67,160 – 2680/7 – 85,920 |
In-hand pay for a new PO is often quoted in the mid ₹70,000+ range depending on city (HRA/DA), before deductions. Actual pay slips vary by bank and location.
How to Apply (before 26 July 2026)
- Open the official site https://www.ibps.in/.
- Open the relevant apply link for CRP PO/MT-XVI or CRP SPL-XVI (also available via IBPS registration portals).
- Complete New Registration with name, mobile number and email ID.
- Note registration number and password (sent by SMS/email).
- Log in, fill personal, educational and bank preference details carefully.
- Upload photograph, signature, left thumb impression and handwritten declaration in the exact size/format prescribed in the notification.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Submit and print / save the e-receipt and application form.
- After registration closes, use the edit window (if opened) only for allowed corrections.
Direct registration portals (check if still live):
If a link fails, use the buttons on www.ibps.in only. ParikshaUpdate does not accept applications and is not affiliated with IBPS or any bank.
Documents to Keep Ready
- Graduation / professional degree mark sheets and certificates
- Class 10 certificate (DOB proof)
- Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS) in prescribed format, if applicable
- PwBD certificate, if applicable
- Valid photo ID
- Scanned photo, signature, thumb impression, handwritten declaration
- Bank preference list decided in advance (order cannot be changed later in usual process)
Important Links
| Purpose | Link |
|---|---|
| Official IBPS website | https://www.ibps.in/ |
| CRP updates / notices | https://www.ibps.in/index.php/crp-updates/ |
| IBPS PO detailed notification PDF | Download PO notification |
| IBPS PO updated vacancies (20.07.2026) | Download vacancy annexure |
| IBPS PO apply online | https://ibpsreg.ibps.in/crppoxvijun26/ |
| IBPS SO apply online | https://ibpsreg.ibps.in/crpspxvimy26/ |
| IBPS SO detailed notification (official host on IBPS; mirrors if needed) | Check ibps.in Specialist Officers XVI |
Prefer every PDF and form opened from ibps.in or ibpsreg.ibps.in.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. What is the last date to apply for IBPS PO and SO 2026 after extension?
The revised last date for online registration and fee payment for both CRP PO/MT-XVI and CRP SPL-XVI is 26 July 2026.
Q2. Was only the last date extended or have exam dates changed too?
As per the extension update, the change covers online registration and fee payment. Exam dates (PO Prelims 22–23 Aug 2026, SO Prelims 29 Aug 2026, etc.) remain as notified unless IBPS issues a separate change notice.
Q3. How many vacancies are there in IBPS PO 2026?
Revised vacancies for IBPS PO/MT-XVI are 7,365 as on the 20 July 2026 annexure update. Some banks may still report additional seats.
Q4. How many vacancies are there in IBPS SO 2026?
Revised vacancies for Specialist Officers under CRP SPL-XVI are 1,035 across IT, AFO, Law, HR, Marketing and Rajbhasha posts.
Q5. What is the application fee for IBPS PO / SO 2026?
₹850 for General and others; ₹175 for SC/ST/PwBD (inclusive of GST). Fees once paid are generally non-refundable.
Q6. Can I apply for both IBPS PO and IBPS SO?
Yes, if you meet eligibility for both, you can submit separate applications and fees for CRP PO/MT-XVI and CRP SPL-XVI, as they are different processes.
Q7. Where can I download the official extension / corrigendum?
Open www.ibps.in and the CRP Updates section. IBPS posted that the last date for CRP PO/MT-XVI and CRP SPL-XVI is extended to 26 July 2026.
Q8. Is the edit window also extended?
Registration close is 26 July 2026. The edit window is usually two days after registration closes and is notified separately on the IBPS website — watch for the exact dates after 26 July.
Important Links
Always verify dates and instructions on the official website before applying or downloading documents.
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