Name of Post: IBPS Clerk Recruitment 2026-27 – Online Registration for CRP Clerk-XV Begins from August 1 – Apply Now!
Direct Apply Link –Apply Here |
Brief Description:
The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) invites online applications for the Common Recruitment Process (CRP) Clerk-XV to fill Clerical Cadre vacancies across participating Public Sector Banks for the 2026-27 sessions. Registration starts on 1st August 2025 and closes on 21st August 2025. Eligible graduates from any discipline can apply online via the official IBPS website.
The recruitment process includes a Preliminary Exam, Main Exam, and Document Verification (Interview if applicable), as per IBPS guidelines. Candidates must check the notification carefully for eligibility requirements, detailed vacancy distribution, exam syllabus, and application instructions. |
| Important Dates |
| Online Registration Start Date |
01 August 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online |
21 August 2025 |
| Preliminary Exam Date |
To be Notified |
| Main Exam Date |
To be Notified |
| Result Declaration |
To be Notified |
| State / UT |
Bank Name |
SC |
ST |
OBC (NCL) |
EWS |
UR |
Total |
| Andhra Pradesh |
Canara Bank |
37 |
19 |
44 |
20 |
80 |
200 |
| Maharashtra |
Bank of Maharashtra |
30 |
27 |
81 |
30 |
132 |
300 |
| Delhi |
Punjab National Bank |
33 |
16 |
60 |
22 |
94 |
225 |
| Karnataka |
Canara Bank |
114 |
53 |
170 |
67 |
271 |
675 |
| Total Vacancies Across States & Banks (Indicative) See Notification for full |
Approx. 6350+ |
| The Structure of the Examinations (Conducted Online) |
a. Preliminary Examination (Objective Test):
| Sr. No. |
Name of Tests |
Medium of Examination |
No. of Questions |
Maximum Marks |
Time Allotted (per test) |
| 1 |
English Language |
English |
30 |
30 |
20 minutes |
| 2 |
Numerical Ability * |
– |
35 |
35 |
20 minutes |
| 3 |
Reasoning Ability * |
– |
35 |
35 |
20 minutes |
| Total |
100 |
100 |
60 minutes |
Candidates have to qualify in each of the three tests by securing cut-off marks to be decided by IBPS.
Adequate number of candidates in each category will be shortlisted for the Online Main examination.
b. Main Examination (Objective Test):
| Sr. No. |
Name of Tests (NOT BY SEQUENCE) |
Medium of Examination |
No. of Questions |
Maximum Marks |
Time Allotted (per test) |
| 1 |
General/Financial Awareness * |
– |
40 |
50 |
20 minutes |
| 2 |
General English |
English |
40 |
40 |
35 minutes |
| 3 |
Reasoning Ability * |
– |
40 |
60 |
35 minutes |
| 4 |
Quantitative Aptitude * |
– |
35 |
50 |
30 minutes |
| Total |
155 |
200 |
120 minutes |
Any change in the examination structure will be updated on the official IBPS website www.ibps.in. Other detailed information regarding the examination will be provided in an Information Handout available for download along with the call letters.
|
| Pay Scale |
Clerical Cadre Pay Scale as per participating bank norms.
Approximate starting basic pay: ₹17,000 – ₹25,000 (varies bank to bank) plus allowances as per bank policies. |
| Eligibility Criteria |
| Educational Qualification |
- Graduation in any discipline from a recognized university or equivalent qualification.
- Proficiency in the local language of the respective state or as prescribed by the participating banks.
|
| Age Limit |
Minimum 20 years, Maximum 28 years as on 01.08.2025
- Relaxation in upper age limit as per Govt. of India rules for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen etc.
- Refer official notification for detailed age relaxations.
|
| Nationality |
Indian citizen or an eligible candidate as specified in detailed notification. |
| Application Fee |
| SC/ST/PwBD candidates |
₹175/- |
| General/OBC/EWS candidates |
₹850/- |
| Payment Mode |
Online Payment (Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI) |
| Selection Procedure |
The selection of candidates will be conducted in the following stages:
- Preliminary Examination: Objective MCQ-based screening test comprising English Language, Numerical Ability, and Reasoning Ability; used to shortlist candidates for Main Exam.
- Main Examination: Objective MCQ-based exam testing General/Financial Awareness, General English, Reasoning Ability, and Quantitative Aptitude.
- Document Verification / Interview: Final stage involving verification of candidate documents; some banks may conduct interviews as part of the process.
Candidates must qualify each stage to proceed to the next. The final merit list will be prepared based on marks obtained in the Main Examination as per IBPS guidelines. |
| How to Apply for IBPS Clerk Recruitment 2026-27 |
- Visit the official IBPS website at ibps.in.
- Register online with a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Fill in all necessary details carefully in the application form.
- Upload scanned copies of required certificates and documents as per instructions.
- Pay the application fee online using the available payment methods.
- Submit the application and download or print the confirmation page for future reference.
|
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):
- Q1: When does the IBPS Clerk registration begin?
From 1st August 2025.
- Q2: What is the educational qualification required?
Graduation in any discipline from a recognized university.
- Q3: What is the age limit for applying?
20 to 28 years as of 1 August 2025 with relaxations for reserved categories.
- Q4: What is the application fee?
₹850 for General/OBC/EWS; ₹175 for SC/ST/PwBD candidates.
- Q5: What stages are involved in the selection process?
Preliminary Exam, Main Exam, Document Verification/Interview if required.
- Q6: Where can I download admit cards and check results?
On the official IBPS website: ibps.in
|
Best wishes to all IBPS Clerk aspirants for 2026-27!
