The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS PO 2025 Recruitment) has announced a Sarkari Job Notification for the Common Recruitment Process for Probationary Officers/Management Trainees (CRP PO/MT-XV) in participating public sector banks for vacancies in the 2026-27 financial year. This recruitment process involves multiple stages including online preliminary and main examinations, personality tests, interviews, and provisional allotment. The notification details eligibility criteria, exam structure, application procedures, reservation policies, and other relevant guidelines.
Key Recruitment Highlights:
- Participating Banks: Eleven public sector banks including Bank of Baroda, Bank of India, Canara Bank, Punjab National Bank, and others.
- Vacancies: Indicative vacancies total approximately 5208 across various categories including SC, ST, OBC, EWS, Unreserved, and Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD).
- Age Limit: 20 to 30 years as of 01.07.2025 with age relaxation for reserved categories.
- Educational Qualification: A graduate degree from a recognized university.
- Examination Structure: Two-tier online exams (Preliminary and Main), followed by personality test and interview.
- Application Dates: 01.07.2025 to 21.07.2025.
- Application Fees: Rs. 850 for general candidates; Rs. 175 for SC/ST/PwBD.
- Reservation: Includes provisions for SC, ST, OBC (Non-Creamy Layer), EWS, and PwBD candidates.
- Compensatory Time: Provided for PwBD candidates and candidates using scribes as per government guidelines.
- Document Verification: Mandatory original documents required at interview.
- Final Allotment: Based on merit, preference, reservation policies, and bank requirements.
Important Details of Sarkari Job of IBPS PO 2025
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Body | Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) |
| Recruitment Process Name | CRP PO/MT-XV (Probationary Officers/Management Trainees) |
| Vacancies | Approx. 5208 (SC: 782, ST: 365, OBC: 1337, EWS: 520, UR: 2204, PwBD: varies) |
| Participating Banks | Bank of Baroda, Bank of India, Bank of Maharashtra, Canara Bank, Central Bank of India, Indian Bank, Indian Overseas Bank, Punjab National Bank, Punjab & Sind Bank, UCO Bank, Union Bank of India |
| Age Limit | 20-30 years (as on 01.07.2025) |
| Age Relaxation | SC/ST: 5 years, OBC (NCL): 3 years, PwBD: 10 years, Ex-Servicemen: 5 years |
| Educational Qualification | Graduation in any discipline from recognized university |
| Application Fee | General/Others: Rs. 850, SC/ST/PwBD: Rs. 175 |
| Application Dates | 01.07.2025 to 21.07.2025 |
| Exam Pattern | Preliminary: 100 Qs, 60 min; Main: 145 Qs + Descriptive, 3 hrs 10 min |
| Exam Subjects | Prelims: English, Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude; Mains: Reasoning, GA/Banking Awareness, English, Data Analysis, Descriptive Essay |
| Post and Pay Scale | Post: Probationary Officer/Management TraineeBasic Pay: ₹48,480 (increment scale: 2000/7-62480-2340/2-67160-2680/7-85920)Allowances & perquisites as per bank rules |
| Selection Stages | Preliminary Exam → Main Exam → Personality Test → Interview → Provisional Allotment |
| Reservation for PwBD | Applicable as per Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016 |
| Compensatory Time | 20 minutes per hour for PwBD and candidates using scribes |
| Pre-exam Training | Available for SC/ST/OBC/Minority communities (limited seats) |
| Exam Centers | Across India, including all states and union territories (see Annexure II) |
| Document Verification | Required at interview; includes educational, caste, disability, EWS certificates, ID proof |
| Identity Verification | Aadhaar or valid photo ID required during exams and interview |
| Penalty for Wrong Answers | 0.25 marks deducted for each wrong answer |
| Cut-off Scores | Decided by IBPS category-wise; must qualify in each test |
| Interview Weightage | 20% Interview, 80% Main Exam score |
| Provisional Allotment | Based on merit, preference, reservation policy, and bank vacancies |
| Validity of CRP | One year from provisional allotment or until fresh allotment |
| Official Website | www.ibps.in |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: What is the age limit for Sarkari Job of IBPS CRP PO/MT-XV?
A1: The age limit is between 20 and 30 years as of 01.07.2025, with relaxations for SC/ST (5 years), OBC (3 years), PwBD (10 years), and Ex-servicemen (5 years).
Q2: Which banks participate in the IBPS PO recruitment?
A2: Eleven public sector banks including Bank of Baroda, Bank of India, Canara Bank, Punjab National Bank, and others participate.
Q3: What is the selection process for IBPS PO?
A3: The selection involves Online Preliminary Exam, Online Main Exam, Personality Test, Interview, and Provisional Allotment.
Q4: How is the exam fee structured?
A4: Rs. 850 for general candidates and Rs. 175 for SC/ST/PwBD candidates, payable online only.
Q5: Are there reservations for PwBD candidates?
A5: Yes, reservation is provided as per the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016, with compensatory time and scribe facilities where applicable.
Q6: Can I apply offline for IBPS PO?
A6: No, applications are accepted only through the official online portal www.ibps.in.
Q7: What documents are required at the time of interview?
A7: Valid call letters, photo ID, educational certificates, caste/EWS/PwBD certificates, NOC if applicable, and other relevant documents.
Q8: How will the final allotment of banks be done?
A8: Provisional allotment is based on merit, preferences, vacancies, and reservation policies. Once allotted, no changes are permitted.
Q9: Is there negative marking in the exam?
A9: Yes, 0.25 marks will be deducted for each wrong answer in objective tests.
Q10: What if I use a scribe?
A10: Candidates with benchmark disabilities eligible for scribes must arrange their own scribe, follow specific guidelines, and submit necessary certificates.
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