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IBPS Clerk Recruitment 2026: Notification, Eligibility & Apply Online Guide

The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has released the IBPS Clerk Recruitment Notification 2026 for the recruitment of Customer Service Associates (CSA) under CRP CSA-XVI. A total of 11,403 vacancies announced in 11 public sector banks. To know more about in detail, read the below article carefully.

IBPS Clerk Recruitment 2026 Notification: Overview

Particulars

Details

Organization

Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS)

Post Name

Customer Service Associate (CSA) (Clerk)

Exam Name

IBPS CRP CSA-XV 2026

Total Vacancies

11,403

Notification Release Date

1 August 2026

Application Start Date

1 August 2026

Last Date to Apply Online

21 August 2026

Application Mode

Online

Educational Qualification

Graduation in any discipline from a recognized University

Age Limit

20 to 28 Years (Age relaxation as per Government rules)

Selection Process

Preliminary Exam, Main Exam & Document Verification

IBPS Clerk Prelims Exam Date

10 & 11 October 2026

IBPS Clerk Mains Exam Date

27 December 2026

Salary

As per IBPS/Participating Bank norms with allowances

Official Website

Ibps.in

 

When was the IBPS Clerk 2026 Notification Released?

IBPS released the short notice on 27th July 2026. The detailed notification followed on 1 August 2026, alongside the opening of online application.

What are the important dates for IBPS Clerk 2026?

Event

Date

Short Notice Release

27 July 2026

Detailed Notification

1 August 2026

Online Application Start

1 August 2026 (12:01 AM)

Last Date to Apply Online

21 August 2026 (11:59 PM)

Preliminary Exam

10 & 11 October 2026

Main Exam

27 December 2026

Provisional Allotment

March 2027

 

How many vacancies are there in IBPS Clerk 2026?

Bank

SC

ST

OBC

EWS

UR

Total

Bank of Baroda

176

117

284

119

504

1,200

Bank of India

69

56

114

54

207

500

Bank of Maharashtra

59

34

110

40

257

500

Canara Bank

376

245

577

240

1,062

2,500

Central Bank of India

298

122

441

100

458

1,419

Indian Bank

334

106

471

134

655

1,700

Indian Overseas Bank

130

66

189

68

327

780

Punjab National Bank

333

148

459

190

886

2,016

Punjab & Sind Bank

75

17

87

25

172

376

UCO Bank

60

31

83

26

212

412

Union Bank of India

NR

NR

NR

NR

NR

NR

Grand Total

1,910

942

2,815

996

4,740

11,403

 

What are the eligibility criteria for IBPS Clerk 2026?

  • Educational Qualification: A degree (graduation) in any discipline from a recognized university.
  • Computer literacy: Mandatory as specified by IBPS
  • Local Language Proficiency: Required for the state/UT applied for
  • Nationality: Indian citizen (other nationals as per notification norms)

What is the age limit for IBPS Clerk 2026?

  • Minimum age: 20 years
  • Maximum age: 28 years
  • Cut-off date for age calculation: 01 August 2026
  • Age relaxation applicable for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD/Ex-servicemen as per government norms

What is the salary of IBPS Clerk /CSA?

Selected candidates will get a payment of Rs. 24,050 – Rs. 64,480 per month in the Clerical Cadre, along with other allowances applicable at the respective public sector bank.

What is the application fee for IBPS Clerk 2026?

Category

Fee

UR / General / OBC / EWS

₹850/-

SC / ST / PWD / ESM / DESM

₹175/-

Payment Mode: Online only (Debit Card, Credit card, Net Banking, UPI)

What is the selection process for IBPS Clerk 2026?

  • Online preliminary examination
  • Online mains examination
  • Local language proficiency test (LLPT)
  • Document verification
  • Medical examination

Note: There is no interview for the Clerk/CSA post. Final selection is based purely on Main exam performance, subject to qualifying the LLPT.

How to Apply for IBPS Clerk Recruitment 2026?

  1. Visit the official website www.ibps.in
  2. Go to "CRP CSA" section and select "CRP CSA XVI"
  3. Click "New Registration" and generate your Registration ID and Password
  4. Log in and complete the detailed application form
  5. Upload photograph, signature, left thumb impression, handwritten declaration, and 10th certificate
  6. Pay the application fee online
  7. Submit and save the final application printout

What documents are required for IBPS Clerk 2026 Application?

  • Recent pass-port size photograph
  • Scanned signature
  • Left thumb impression
  • Handwritten declaration
  • 10th certificate (for date of birth proof)
  • Educational qualification certificates
  • Category certificate (if applicable)

IBPS Clerk Recruitment 2026: Important Links

IBPS Clerk Official Notification

Click here

IBPS Clerk Official Website

Click here

IBPS Clerk Apply Online

Click here

FAQs

Ques: When did IBPS release the clerk 2026 notification?

Ans: Short notice was released on 27th July 2026, and the detailed notification released on 1st August 2026.

Ques: What are the apply online dates for IBPS Clerk 2026?

Ans: Applications are open from 1 august to 21 august 2026.

Ques: What is the age limit for IBPS Clerk 2026?

Ans: Candidates must be between 20 and 28 years as on 1st august 2026.

Ques: When are the IBPS Clerk Prelims and Mains exams scheduled?

Ans: Prelims: 10 & 11 October 2026, Mains: 27 December 2026.

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