About IBPS PO 2026
The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has released the PO (Probationary Officer) 2026 recruitment notification for graduate freshers. IBPS PO is one of the most sought-after banking examinations in India, offering a direct path to a Probationary Officer position in one of India's major public sector banks. Bank PO is a prestigious officer-cadre government job with excellent salary, allowances, and a clear promotion path to Branch Manager and beyond. If you are a graduate aged between 20 and 30, apply before the deadline.
Participating Banks
Selected IBPS PO candidates are posted in one of the following public sector banks:
- Bank of Baroda | Punjab National Bank | Union Bank of India
- Canara Bank | Indian Bank | Bank of India
- UCO Bank | Bank of Maharashtra | Punjab & Sind Bank
- Central Bank of India | Indian Overseas Bank
IBPS PO Salary Package 2026
- Basic Pay: ₹23,700 (Junior Management Grade Scale I)
- Allowances: DA (55%), HRA (7–9%), Special Allowance, CCA, Medical Aid, LFC
- Gross Monthly CTC: Approximately ₹52,000 – ₹62,000 per month in metro cities
- Additional Perks: Subsidized home loan and car loan, annual medical reimbursement, pension, and housing quarters (in some postings)
Eligibility
- Graduation in any discipline from a recognized university — final-year students may apply provisionally
- Age: 20 to 30 years as of the application closing date
- Age relaxation: SC/ST — 5 years; OBC — 3 years; PwD — 10 years; Ex-Servicemen — 5 years
- Computer literacy certificate or relevant computer course qualification is preferred
Selection Process
- Prelims (Online): English Language (30 marks), Quantitative Aptitude (35 marks), Reasoning Ability (35 marks) — 60 minutes total, qualifying in nature
- Mains (Online): Reasoning + Computer Aptitude, Data Analysis, General Economy + Banking Awareness, English — 200 marks + 25-mark English Letter Writing (180 minutes)
- Interview: Conducted by IBPS at designated centres — 100 marks
- Final Merit: Mains (80%) + Interview (20%) combined score for bank and post allocation
Important Dates
- Notification Release: July 2026 (expected)
- Application Window: July – August 2026
- Prelims: October 2026 (tentative)
- Mains: November 2026 (tentative)
How to Apply
Click Apply on Company Website to visit the official IBPS portal at ibps.in. Online applications are accepted only — no offline mode. Application fee: ₹850 for General/EWS/OBC; ₹175 for SC/ST/PwD. Keep scanned copies of your photograph, signature, graduation certificate, and ID proof ready for upload.