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
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Particulars |
Details |
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Organization |
Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) |
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Post Name |
Customer Service Associate (CSA) (Clerk) |
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Exam Name |
IBPS CRP CSA-XV 2026 |
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Total Vacancies |
11,403 |
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Notification Release Date |
1 August 2026 |
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Application Start Date |
1 August 2026 |
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Last Date to Apply Online |
21 August 2026 |
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Application Mode |
Online |
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Educational Qualification |
Graduation in any discipline from a recognized University |
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Age Limit |
20 to 28 Years (Age relaxation as per Government rules) |
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Selection Process |
Preliminary Exam, Main Exam & Document Verification |
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IBPS Clerk Prelims Exam Date |
10 & 11 October 2026 |
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IBPS Clerk Mains Exam Date |
27 December 2026 |
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Salary |
As per IBPS/Participating Bank norms with allowances |
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Official Website |
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?
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Event |
Date |
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Short Notice Release |
27 July 2026 |
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Detailed Notification |
1 August 2026 |
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Online Application Start |
1 August 2026 (12:01 AM) |
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Last Date to Apply Online |
21 August 2026 (11:59 PM) |
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Preliminary Exam |
10 & 11 October 2026 |
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Main Exam |
27 December 2026 |
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Provisional Allotment |
March 2027 |
How many vacancies are there in IBPS Clerk 2026?
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Bank |
SC |
ST |
OBC |
EWS |
UR |
Total |
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Bank of Baroda |
176 |
117 |
284 |
119 |
504 |
1,200 |
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Bank of India |
69 |
56 |
114 |
54 |
207 |
500 |
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Bank of Maharashtra |
59 |
34 |
110 |
40 |
257 |
500 |
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Canara Bank |
376 |
245 |
577 |
240 |
1,062 |
2,500 |
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Central Bank of India |
298 |
122 |
441 |
100 |
458 |
1,419 |
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Indian Bank |
334 |
106 |
471 |
134 |
655 |
1,700 |
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Indian Overseas Bank |
130 |
66 |
189 |
68 |
327 |
780 |
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Punjab National Bank |
333 |
148 |
459 |
190 |
886 |
2,016 |
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Punjab & Sind Bank |
75 |
17 |
87 |
25 |
172 |
376 |
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UCO Bank |
60 |
31 |
83 |
26 |
212 |
412 |
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Union Bank of India |
NR |
NR |
NR |
NR |
NR |
NR |
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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?
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Category |
Fee |
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UR / General / OBC / EWS |
₹850/- |
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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?
- Visit the official website www.ibps.in
- Go to "CRP CSA" section and select "CRP CSA XVI"
- Click "New Registration" and generate your Registration ID and Password
- Log in and complete the detailed application form
- Upload photograph, signature, left thumb impression, handwritten declaration, and 10th certificate
- Pay the application fee online
- 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
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IBPS Clerk Official Notification |
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IBPS Clerk Official Website |
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IBPS Clerk Apply Online |
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.