Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has released the IBPS CRP PO/MT-XVI Recruitment 2026 notification for the recruitment of Probationary Officers (PO) and Management Trainees (MT) in participating public sector banks. A total of 7,365 vacancies have been announced for this recruitment. Candidates who have completed a Bachelor’s Degree in any stream from a recognized university can apply online. The online application process started on 01 July 2026 and the last date to apply online is 26 July 2026. This article provides complete details regarding important dates, application fee, age limit, vacancy details, eligibility, salary, exam pattern, syllabus, selection process, documents required, how to apply and important links.
Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS)IBPS PO / MT-XVI Recruitment 2026 |
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IMPORTANT DATES
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TOTAL VACANCY
7,365 PostsProbationary Officer / Management Trainee |
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IBPS PO MT XVI Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details |
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| Participating Bank / Organization | Vacancy Details | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Participating Public Sector Banks | Vacancies are distributed among participating banks as per the official IBPS PO/MT-XVI recruitment notification. | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Total Vacancy | 7,365 Posts | ||||||||||||||||||||
IBPS PO MT XVI Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria |
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| Eligibility | Details | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Educational Qualification | Candidates should have a Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized University or an equivalent qualification recognized by the Central Government. | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Computer Knowledge | Working knowledge of computers is required as per the recruitment requirements. | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Nationality | Candidate should fulfil the nationality conditions prescribed in the official IBPS notification. | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Experience | No prior work experience is required for the IBPS PO / MT recruitment. | ||||||||||||||||||||
IBPS PO / MT XVI Selection Process 2026 |
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Note: Final selection will be made on the basis of performance in the prescribed selection stages and provisional allotment to participating banks as per IBPS rules. |
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IBPS PO Prelims Exam Pattern 2026 |
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| English Language | Objective Multiple Choice Questions | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Quantitative Aptitude | Objective Multiple Choice Questions | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Reasoning Ability | Objective Multiple Choice Questions | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Exam Mode | Computer Based Test (CBT) | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Question Type | Objective Multiple Choice Questions | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Negative Marking | Applicable as per IBPS examination rules | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Selection | Candidates qualifying in the Preliminary Examination are shortlisted for the Main Examination. | ||||||||||||||||||||
IBPS PO Mains Exam Pattern 2026 |
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| Subject | Exam Details | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Reasoning & Computer Aptitude | Objective Questions | ||||||||||||||||||||
| General / Economy / Banking Awareness | Objective Questions | ||||||||||||||||||||
| English Language | Objective Questions | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Data Analysis & Interpretation | Objective Questions | ||||||||||||||||||||
| English Language (Descriptive) | Essay and Letter Writing | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Exam Mode | Computer Based Test (CBT) | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Question Type | Objective and Descriptive Questions | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Negative Marking | Applicable as per IBPS examination rules | ||||||||||||||||||||
Detailed IBPS PO MT XVI Syllabus 2026 |
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English Language
Quantitative Aptitude / Data Analysis
Reasoning Ability
General / Economy / Banking Awareness
Computer Aptitude
Descriptive English
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IBPS PO / MT XVI Salary Details 2026 |
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| Probationary Officer / Management Trainee | Basic Pay starts at ₹48,480/- with applicable Dearness Allowance, House Rent Allowance, other allowances, benefits and perquisites as per participating bank rules. | ||||||||||||||||||||
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How to Apply for IBPS PO MT XVI Recruitment 2026? |
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Note: Candidates are advised to read the official notification carefully before applying online and ensure that all eligibility requirements are fulfilled. |
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FAQs
1. What is IBPS PO MT XVI Recruitment 2026?
Answer: IBPS PO MT XVI Recruitment 2026 is the Common Recruitment Process conducted by the Institute of Banking Personnel Selection for the recruitment of Probationary Officers and Management Trainees in participating public sector banks.
2. How many vacancies are available in IBPS PO MT XVI Recruitment 2026?
Answer: A total of 7,365 vacancies have been announced for the IBPS PO / MT XVI recruitment process.
3. What is the last date to apply online for IBPS PO MT XVI Recruitment 2026?
Answer: The last date to submit the online application form and pay the application fee is 26 July 2026.
4. What is the educational qualification required for IBPS PO Recruitment 2026?
Answer: Candidates should have a Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized university or an equivalent qualification recognized by the Central Government.
5. What is the age limit for IBPS PO MT XVI Recruitment 2026?
Answer: The minimum age is 20 years and the maximum age is 30 years as on 01 July 2026, subject to applicable age relaxation rules.
6. What is the salary of an IBPS PO / Management Trainee?
Answer: The basic pay starts at ₹48,480/- per month, along with applicable allowances, benefits and other perquisites as per the rules of the participating bank.
7. What is the selection process for IBPS PO MT XVI Recruitment?
Answer: The selection process includes the Preliminary Examination, Main Examination, Personality Test and Interview, followed by final provisional allotment.
8. What subjects are included in the IBPS PO syllabus?
Answer: The syllabus includes English Language, Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning Ability, Data Analysis and Interpretation, General / Economy / Banking Awareness, Computer Aptitude and Descriptive English.
9. When will the IBPS PO Preliminary Examination 2026 be conducted?
Answer: The IBPS PO Preliminary Examination is tentatively scheduled to be conducted in August 2026.
