IBPS PO MT XVI Recruitment 2026

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Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has published a recruitment notification for Probationary Officers / Management Trainees (PO/MT) for a total of 6,715+ Vacancies in Participating Public Sector Banks for the year 2027-28. Eligible Graduate candidates can apply online for IBPS CRP PO/MT-XVI. The online registration process has started from 01 July 2026 and eligible candidates can apply until 21 July 2026.

Eligible Candidates must check the complete details regarding Bank-wise Vacancies, eligibility criteria, exam pattern, selection process and the application process for the IBPS PO/MT Recruitment 2026 provided below.

IBPS PO MT XVI Recruitment 2026 Overview

  • Post Name: Probationary Officer / Management Trainee (PO/MT)
  • Total Vacancies: 6,715+ Posts
  • Age Limit: 20 to 30 years (as on 01.07.2026)
  • Pay Scale: ₹48,480 – 85,920 + Allowances
  • Minimum Qualification: Graduation in any discipline
  • Application Fee: ₹850 (General/OBC/EWS) | ₹175 (SC/ST/PwBD)
  • Selection Process: Preliminary Exam + Main Exam + Personality Test/Interview
  • Job Location: Participating Public Sector Banks across India
  • Last Date: 21 July 2026

IBPS PO/MT Vacancy 2026 Bank-wise Details (Indicative)

  • Bank of Baroda: 1,900 Posts
  • Bank of India: 500 Posts
  • Bank of Maharashtra: 1,100 Posts
  • Canara Bank: 1,500 Posts
  • Central Bank of India: 500 Posts
  • Indian Overseas Bank: 550 Posts
  • Punjab National Bank: 504 Posts
  • Punjab & Sind Bank: 161 Posts
  • Total Vacancies: 6,715 Posts

Eligibility Criteria (as on 01.07.2026)

  • Educational Qualification: Graduation in any discipline from a recognized University.
  • Age Limit: Minimum 20 years and Maximum 30 years. Age relaxation is applicable (5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC, 10 years for PwBD) according to official rules.

Selection Process Pipeline

  1. Preliminary Examination (Qualifying)
  2. Main Examination
  3. Personality Test / Interview
  4. Provisional Allotment

Application Fee

  • General / OBC / EWS: ₹850 (inclusive of GST)
  • SC / ST / PwBD: ₹175 (inclusive of GST)
  • Payment Mode: Online (Debit Card / Credit Card / Internet Banking / UPI)

Important Dates

  • Commencement of Online Registration: 01 July 2026
  • Last Date for Online Registration: 21 July 2026
  • Online Preliminary Examination: August 2026
  • Online Main Examination: October 2026
  • Conduct of Interview: November/December 2026
  • Provisional Allotment: January 2027

IBPS PO/MT 2026 Exam Pattern

1. Preliminary Examination (Objective)

  • English Language: 30 Questions | 30 Marks | Time: 20 Minutes
  • Quantitative Aptitude: 35 Questions | 30 Marks | Time: 20 Minutes
  • Reasoning Ability: 35 Questions | 40 Marks | Time: 20 Minutes
  • Total: 100 Questions | 100 Marks | Time: 60 Minutes

2. Main Examination (Objective + Descriptive)

  • Reasoning: 40 Questions | 60 Marks | Time: 45 Minutes
  • General / Economy / Banking Awareness: 50 Questions | 60 Marks | Time: 35 Minutes
  • English Language: 40 Questions | 20 Marks | Time: 35 Minutes
  • Data Analysis & Interpretation: 40 Questions | 60 Marks | Time: 45 Minutes
  • Descriptive Paper (Essay & Comprehension): 2 Questions | 25 Marks | Time: 30 Minutes
  • Grand Total: 172 Questions | 225 Marks | Time: 190 Minutes

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: What is the total number of vacancies in IBPS PO/MT Recruitment 2026?
A: Approximately 6715+ posts for Probationary Officer / Management Trainee in Participating Public Sector Banks.

Q: What is the last date to apply for IBPS PO/MT Recruitment 2026?
A: Last date for online registration is 21 July 2026.

Q: What is the selection process for IBPS PO/MT posts?
A: Selection will be done through Preliminary Examination + Main Examination + Personality Test/Interview.

Q: What is the exam pattern for IBPS PO Preliminary Examination?
A: Prelims consists of 3 sections (English Language, Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning Ability) with total 100 questions for 100 marks in 60 minutes.

Q: What is the application fee for IBPS PO/MT Recruitment 2026?
A: ₹850 for General/OBC/EWS and ₹175 for SC/ST/PwBD candidates.

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