Name of Post:IBPS Clerk CRP XVI Recruitment 2026 Apply Online
Post Date / Update:22 August 2026 | 12:00 AM
Short Info:The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection has announced the sixteenth recruitment cycle for clerical positions across various participating Indian banks. Interested candidates who possess a university degree and are aged between 20 and 28 years may apply online throughout August 2026. The selection process involves preliminary and main examinations scheduled for the final quarter of the year. Applicants are required to pay a registration fee based on their category and must provide digital documentation, including a live webcam photograph. This notification serves as a comprehensive guide for potential employees, detailing eligibility criteria, important deadlines, and the various state-wise opportunities available. All necessary forms and official updates can be accessed via the Sarkari Sewayojan platform.

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IBPS Common Recruitment Process Clerks in Participating Banks IBPS Clerk XVI Online Form 2026

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Job Post Summary: IBPS Clerical Cadre (CRP XVI) Recruitment 2026

The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has officially announced the start of the 16th Common Recruitment Process for clerical positions. This recruitment drive aims to fill vacancies across multiple participating public sector banks throughout India.

 

1. Important Dates for Candidates

Event Name

Scheduled Date

• Online Registration Start Date

01 August 2026

• Online Registration Closing Date

28 August 2026

• Last Day to Submit Fees

28 August 2026

• Pre-Exam Training (PET) Period

September 2026

• Preliminary Exam Month

October 2026

• Main Examination Month

December 2026

•  Candidates can begin filling out their forms on the first day of August 2026.
•  The entire application window is open for exactly 21 days.
•  Fees must be cleared online before the final deadline in late August.
•  Training for eligible candidates will be organized during September 2026.
•  The first stage of testing (Prelims) is planned for October 2026.
•  Results for the preliminary stage are expected in November 2026.
•  Shortlisted applicants will sit for the Mains exam in December 2026.

 

2. Application Fee Structure

Category Type

Amount to be Paid

• General / OBC / EWS

₹ 850

• SC / ST / PH

₹ 175

• Payment Method

Online Only

•  Applicants from the General, OBC, and EWS categories must pay 850 rupees.
•  Candidates belonging to SC, ST, or PH categories have a lower fee of 175 rupees.
•  The department accepts payments through credit cards and debit cards.
•  Net banking and various mobile wallets are also valid for transactions.
•  The fee is mandatory to ensure the application is considered complete.

 

3. Eligibility Criteria and Age Limits

Factor

Requirement Details

• Minimum Age

20 Years

• Maximum Age

28 Years

• Required Education

Bachelor’s Degree

• University Status

Must be Recognized

•  Anyone applying must be at least 20 years old.
•  The upper age limit for general applicants is 28 years.
•  Extra age relaxation is provided as per the specific recruitment rules.
•  A graduation degree in any subject is the basic educational requirement.
•  The degree must be obtained from a university recognized by the Indian Government.

 

4. Vacancy Details and Participating Banks

Post Name

Total Number of Seats

Job Location

• Clerical Staff (CRP XVI)

To be Announced Soon

All India

List of Participating Banks:

•  Bank of Baroda (BOB).
•  Bank of India (BOI).
•  Bank of Maharashtra (BOM).
•  Canara Bank.
•  Central Bank of India (CBI).
•  Indian Bank.
•  Indian Overseas Bank (IOB).
•  Punjab National Bank (PNB).
•  Punjab & Sind Bank.
•  UCO Bank.
•  Union Bank of India (UBI).

Regional Vacancy Information:

•  Vacancies are distributed across states like Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, and Delhi.
•  State-wise seat counts will be clarified in the final notification update.
•  Candidates can apply for positions in their respective states or UTs.

 

5. State Wise Vacancy Details

State Name

Total Post

State Name

Total Post

Andaman & Nicobar

18

Lakshadweep

11

Andhra Pradesh

186

Madhya Pradesh

570

Arunachal Pradesh

45

Maharashtra

1051

Assam

349

Manipur

42

Bihar

491

Meghalaya

22

Chandigarh

20

Mizoram

17

Chhattisgarh

265

Nagaland

31

Dadara & Nagar Haveli

18

Odisha

337

Daman & Diu

7

Puducherry

26

Delhi NCT

415

Punjab

481

Goa

61

Rajasthan

392

Gujarat

698

Sikkim

28

Haryana

196

Tamil Naidu

675

Himachal Pradesh

97

Telangana

191

Jammu & Kashmir

67

Tripura

64

Jharkhand

182

Uttar Pradesh

1731

Karnataka

1414

Uttarakhand

145

Kerala

108

West Bengal

946

Ladakh

6

Total

11403

 

 

6. Selection Process and Exam Syllabus

Stage

Type of Test

Status

• Stage 1

Online Preliminary Exam

Mandatory

• Stage 2

Online Main Exam

Mandatory

• Syllabus

Detailed in Notification

Available Soon

•  The selection involves a two-tier online examination system.
•  The Preliminary exam serves as a screening test for all applicants.
•  Successful candidates from the first stage will move to the Main exam.
•  A detailed syllabus including exam patterns is provided in the official PDF.
•  Candidates should review the official scheme before starting their preparation.

 

7. Steps to Fill the Online Form

Step Number

Action Required

• Step 1

Read the Full Notification

• Step 2

Collect Necessary Documents

• Step 3

Upload Photos and Signature

• Step 4

Review and Submit

•  Begin by carefully reading the official recruitment notice.
•  Gather all documents like ID proof, address details, and degree certificates.
•  Prepare scanned copies of your signature and left thumb impression.
•  A hand-written declaration must also be scanned and ready.
•  You must upload a fresh passport-sized photograph.
•  A live photo capture via webcam is a new mandatory requirement.
•  Check every entry in the preview section before the final submission.
•  Print out a copy of the completed form for your future records.

 

8. Important Web Links

Resource Name

Web Link Status

Online Application Link

Click Here

Download Official Notification

Click Here

Age Calculator

Click Here

Image Resizer

Click Here

Photo Signature Joiner

Click Here

Name & Date on Photo

Click Here

Official IBPS Website

Click Here

•  The link to apply will be turned on starting August 1st, 2026.
•  The full notification PDF will be uploaded to the official portal soon.
•  Candidates can visit the main IBPS website for all formal updates.
•  Sarkari Sewayojan tools are available for resizing photos and compressing PDFs.

 

Frequently Asked Questions (Q&A)

Q. When is the very last date to submit the IBPS Clerk 2026 application?

The final date to complete your online application and pay the fee is August 28, 2026.

Q. What is the minimum educational qualification needed for this post?

You must have a Bachelor’s Degree in any stream from a recognized university to be eligible.

Q. Is there a requirement for a live photo during the application?

Yes, candidates are required to upload a regular photo and also capture a live image through a webcam while applying.

Q. When will the IBPS Clerk Prelims and Mains exams be held?

The Preliminary exam is scheduled for October 2026, and the Main exam is set for December 2026.

Q. How much is the application fee for SC/ST candidates?

Candidates belonging to SC, ST, or PH categories need to pay a registration fee of ₹ 175.

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