{"id":8405803,"date":"2026-08-05T11:30:37","date_gmt":"2026-08-05T06:00:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/?p=8405803"},"modified":"2026-08-05T12:38:10","modified_gmt":"2026-08-05T07:08:10","slug":"ibps-po-selection-process","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/ibps-po-selection-process\/","title":{"rendered":"IBPS PO Selection Process 2026: Prelims, Mains, Interview &#038; Final Selection Explained"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a88a6a0e2bc5\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a88a6a0e2bc5\"  aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/ibps-po-selection-process\/#IBPS_PO_Selection_Process_2026_Notification_PDF\" >IBPS PO Selection Process 2026 Notification PDF<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/ibps-po-selection-process\/#IBPS_PO_2026_Recruitment_%E2%80%93_Notification_Details\" >IBPS PO 2026 Recruitment &#8211; Notification Details<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/ibps-po-selection-process\/#IBPS_PO_2026_Important_Dates\" >IBPS PO 2026 Important Dates<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/ibps-po-selection-process\/#The_Four_Stages_of_IBPS_PO_Selection_Process_2026\" >The Four Stages of IBPS PO Selection Process 2026<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/ibps-po-selection-process\/#IBPS_PO_2026_Reserve_List_Meaning_Rules_Provisional_Allotment_Process\" >IBPS PO 2026 Reserve List: Meaning, Rules &amp; Provisional Allotment Process<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/ibps-po-selection-process\/#IBPS_PO_2026_Identity_Verification_Biometric_Checks_Throughout_the_Selection_Process\" >IBPS PO 2026 Identity Verification &amp; Biometric Checks Throughout the Selection Process<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/ibps-po-selection-process\/#IBPS_PO_2026_Selection_Process_Special_Provisions_for_PwBD_Candidates\" >IBPS PO 2026 Selection Process: Special Provisions for PwBD Candidates<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/ibps-po-selection-process\/#IBPS_PO_2026_Safeguards_Against_Malpractice_Rules_Penalties_Exam_Guidelines\" >IBPS PO 2026 Safeguards Against Malpractice: Rules, Penalties &amp; Exam Guidelines<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p>The IBPS PO selection process for CRP PO\/MT-XVI (vacancies of 2027-28) is a multi-stage recruitment journey designed to identify the most suitable candidates for the Probationary Officer\/Management Trainee role across 11 participating public sector banks. If you&#8217;re preparing for IBPS PO 2026, understanding each stage of the selection process in detail \u2014 from the Online Preliminary Exam right up to Provisional Allotment \u2014 is essential for planning your preparation strategy. Here&#8217;s a comprehensive breakdown straight from the official detailed notification.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a class=\"btn btn-default\" href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/ibps-po-syllabus-and-exam-pattern\/\">IBPS PO Syllabus 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"IBPS_PO_Selection_Process_2026_Notification_PDF\"><\/span><strong data-start=\"80\" data-end=\"114\">IBPS PO Selection Process 2026 Notification PDF<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The IBPS PO Selection Process 2026 consists of multiple stages designed to assess candidates&#8217; aptitude, knowledge, and suitability for the Probationary Officer post. The recruitment process includes the Preliminary Examination, Main Examination, Personality Test, Interview, Document Verification, and Final Provisional Allotment as per the official notification. Download the official selection process PDF below to understand each stage, exam pattern, qualifying criteria, and the final merit process in detail before starting your preparation.<\/p>\n<div class=\"lead-gen-block\"><a href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Detailed-Notification_CRP-PO-XVI_Final_V1_30.06.2026.pdf\" data-url=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Detailed-Notification_CRP-PO-XVI_Final_V1_30.06.2026.pdf\" class=\"lead-pdf-download\" data-id=\"25556385\">\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><button class=\"btn btn-default\"><strong>IBPS PO Notification 2026 <\/strong>PDF<\/button><\/p>\n<\/a><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\" dir=\"ltr\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"IBPS_PO_2026_Recruitment_%E2%80%93_Notification_Details\"><\/span><strong>IBPS PO 2026 Recruitment &#8211; Notification Details<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<div class=\"overflow-x-auto w-full px-2 mb-6 print:overflow-x-visible\" dir=\"ltr\">\n<table class=\"min-w-full border-collapse text-sm leading-[1.7] whitespace-normal\">\n<thead class=\"text-left\">\n<tr>\n<th class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.6)] py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\" scope=\"col\">Particulars<\/th>\n<th class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.6)] py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\" scope=\"col\">Details<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"><strong>Organization<\/strong><\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"><strong>Recruitment Name<\/strong><\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">Common Recruitment Process (CRP PO\/MT-XVI)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"><strong>Post Name<\/strong><\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">Probationary Officer (PO) \/ Management Trainee (MT)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"><strong>Vacancy Year<\/strong><\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">2027-28<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"><strong>Total Indicative Vacancies<\/strong><\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">6,715 (as per Annexure I; may increase once Indian Bank, UCO Bank &amp; Union Bank of India report figures)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"><strong>Number of Participating Banks<\/strong><\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">11 Public Sector Banks<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"><strong>Official Website<\/strong><\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"><a class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"http:\/\/www.ibps.in\">www.ibps.in<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"><strong>Query\/Complaint Portal<\/strong><\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">cgrs.ibps.in<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"><strong>Application Mode<\/strong><\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">Online only<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"><strong>Job Location<\/strong><\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">All India (posting anywhere in India\/outside India at bank&#8217;s discretion)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"><strong>Selection Process<\/strong><\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">Prelims \u2192 Mains \u2192 Personality Test \u2192 Interview \u2192 Provisional Allotment<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"><strong>Notification Release Date<\/strong><\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">01.07.2026<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"><strong>Online Registration Start Date<\/strong><\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">01.07.2026<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"><strong>Online Registration Last Date<\/strong><\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">21.07.2026<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"><strong>Application Fee (SC\/ST\/PwBD)<\/strong><\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">\u20b9175\/- (inclusive of GST)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"><strong>Application Fee (General\/OBC\/EWS)<\/strong><\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">\u20b9850\/- (inclusive of GST)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"><strong>Edit Window Fee<\/strong><\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">\u20b9200\/- (inclusive of GST)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"><strong>Age Limit (as on 01.07.2026)<\/strong><\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">20 to 30 years<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"><strong>Educational Qualification<\/strong><\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">Graduation (any discipline) from a recognized university<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"><strong>Educational Qualification Cut-off Date<\/strong><\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">21.07.2026<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"><strong>Preliminary Exam Month<\/strong><\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">August 2026<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"><strong>Preliminary Exam Duration<\/strong><\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">60 minutes (100 marks, 100 questions)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"><strong>Main Exam Month<\/strong><\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">October 2026<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"><strong>Main Exam Duration<\/strong><\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">3 hours 10 minutes (200+25 marks, 170+2 questions)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"><strong>Personality Test<\/strong><\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">November 2026 (Non-qualifying but mandatory)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"><strong>Interview Month<\/strong><\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">November\/December 2026<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"><strong>Interview Marks<\/strong><\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">100 (Qualifying: 40%, 35% for SC\/ST\/OBC\/PwBD)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"><strong>Main Exam : Interview Weightage<\/strong><\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">80:20<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"><strong>Provisional Allotment<\/strong><\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">January 2027<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"><strong>Pay Scale (Basic)<\/strong><\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">\u20b948,480 \u2013 2000\/7 \u2013 62,480 \u2013 2340\/2 \u2013 67,160 \u2013 2680\/7 \u2013 85,920<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"><strong>Reservation Categories<\/strong><\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">SC, ST, OBC (NCL), EWS, PwBD (VI\/HI\/OC\/ID), Ex-Servicemen<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"><strong>Negative Marking<\/strong><\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">0.25 marks deducted per wrong answer (Objective tests only)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"><strong>Jurisdiction for Disputes<\/strong><\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">Courts situated at Mumbai<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"><strong>CRP Validity<\/strong><\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">1 year from date of Provisional Allotment (or till fresh allotment, whichever earlier)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<h2 class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\" dir=\"ltr\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"IBPS_PO_2026_Important_Dates\"><\/span><strong>IBPS PO 2026 Important Dates<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<table class=\"min-w-full border-collapse text-sm leading-[1.7] whitespace-normal\">\n<thead class=\"text-left\">\n<tr>\n<th class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.6)] py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\" scope=\"col\">Event<\/th>\n<th class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.6)] py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\" scope=\"col\">Tentative Date<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">Online Application Start<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">01-07-2026<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">Online Application End<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">21-07-2026<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">Fee Payment Window<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">01-07-2026 to 21-07-2026<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">Edit Window<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">2 days after registration closes<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">Pre-Exam Training<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">August 2026<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">Prelims Call Letter Download<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">August 2026<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">Prelims Exam<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">August 2026<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">Prelims Result<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">September 2026<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">Mains Call Letter Download<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">September 2026<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">Mains Exam<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">October 2026<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">Mains Result<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">November 2026<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">Personality Test<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">November 2026<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">Interview<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">November\/December 2026<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">Provisional Allotment<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">January 2027<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2 class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\" dir=\"ltr\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Four_Stages_of_IBPS_PO_Selection_Process_2026\"><\/span><strong>The Four Stages of IBPS PO Selection Process 2026<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\">The IBPS PO\/MT-XVI selection process is a two-tier online examination followed by a Personality Test and Common Interview, and finally Provisional Allotment. The stages are:<\/p>\n<ol class=\"[li_&amp;]:mb-0 [li_&amp;]:mt-1 [li_&amp;]:gap-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-decimal flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3 print:block print:space-y-1\" dir=\"ltr\">\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"><strong>Online Preliminary Examination<\/strong><\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"><strong>Online Main Examination<\/strong><\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"><strong>Personality Test + Common Interview<\/strong><\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"><strong>Provisional Allotment<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\">Candidates must clear each stage to proceed to the next. Merely appearing for or qualifying in any stage does not guarantee employment \u2014 final selection depends on merit, category-wise vacancies, and document verification at every step.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\" dir=\"ltr\"><strong>Stage 1: Online Preliminary Examination &#8211; IBPS PO 2026<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\">The Preliminary Exam is an objective test conducted online and acts as a screening round to shortlist candidates for the Main Examination.<\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"><b>Exam Pattern<\/b><\/p>\n<div class=\"overflow-x-auto w-full px-2 mb-6 print:overflow-x-visible\" dir=\"ltr\">\n<table class=\"min-w-full border-collapse text-sm leading-[1.7] whitespace-normal\">\n<thead class=\"text-left\">\n<tr>\n<th class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.6)] py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\" scope=\"col\">Test<\/th>\n<th class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.6)] py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\" scope=\"col\">No. of Questions<\/th>\n<th class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.6)] py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\" scope=\"col\">Maximum Marks<\/th>\n<th class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.6)] py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\" scope=\"col\">Medium<\/th>\n<th class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.6)] py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\" scope=\"col\">Duration<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">English Language<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">30<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">30<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">English<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">20 minutes<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">Quantitative Aptitude<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">35<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">30<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">English &amp; Hindi<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">20 minutes<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">Reasoning Ability<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">35<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">40<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">English &amp; Hindi<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">20 minutes<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"><strong>Total<\/strong><\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"><strong>100<\/strong><\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"><strong>100<\/strong><\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"><\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"><strong>60 minutes<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\">Each of the three sections is separately timed \u2014 candidates cannot switch between sections or carry over time from one to another. Candidates must clear the minimum cut-off in each individual test as well as an overall cut-off decided by IBPS. Only an adequate number of candidates per category, based on requirement, are shortlisted for the Main Examination.<\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\">While the exam duration is only 1 hour, candidates should expect to spend around 2 hours or more at the venue due to verification, login, and instruction formalities.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\" dir=\"ltr\"><strong>Stage 2: Online Main Examination &#8211; IBPS PO 2026<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\">This is the most heavily weighted stage of the selection process and combines both objective and descriptive testing.<\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"><b>Exam Pattern<\/b><\/p>\n<div class=\"overflow-x-auto w-full px-2 mb-6 print:overflow-x-visible\" dir=\"ltr\">\n<table class=\"min-w-full border-collapse text-sm leading-[1.7] whitespace-normal\">\n<thead class=\"text-left\">\n<tr>\n<th class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.6)] py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\" scope=\"col\">Test (Not by Sequence)<\/th>\n<th class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.6)] py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\" scope=\"col\">Questions<\/th>\n<th class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.6)] py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\" scope=\"col\">Max Marks<\/th>\n<th class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.6)] py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\" scope=\"col\">Medium<\/th>\n<th class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.6)] py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\" scope=\"col\">Duration<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">Reasoning<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">40<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">60<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">English &amp; Hindi<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">45 minutes<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">General\/Economy\/Banking Awareness\/Digital &amp; Financial Awareness incl. RBI circulars<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">50<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">60<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">English &amp; Hindi<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">35 minutes<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">English Language<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">40<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">20<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">English<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">35 minutes<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">Data Analysis &amp; Interpretation<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">40<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">60<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">English &amp; Hindi<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">45 minutes<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"><strong>Objective Total<\/strong><\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"><strong>170<\/strong><\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"><strong>200<\/strong><\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"><\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"><strong>160 minutes<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">Descriptive Paper (Essay &amp; Comprehension)<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">02<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">25<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">English<\/td>\n<td class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\">30 minutes<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\">The Descriptive Paper may cover Economic and Social issues, emerging trends in Banking and Technology, Current events, and Ethics. It may be evaluated through an automated scoring mechanism validated to assess writing proficiency.<\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\">Total exam duration (Objective + Descriptive): 3 hours 10 minutes, with candidates expected to be at the venue for about 4 hours including formalities.<\/p>\n<h4 class=\"mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\" dir=\"ltr\"><strong>Cut-Off and Scoring for Main Exam<\/strong><\/h4>\n<ul class=\"[li_&amp;]:mb-0 [li_&amp;]:mt-1 [li_&amp;]:gap-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3 print:block print:space-y-1\" dir=\"ltr\">\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\">Candidates must secure a minimum score in each individual test as well as an overall minimum total score.<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\">Marks obtained in the Online Main Examination alone determine shortlisting for the Personality Test, Interview, and final merit listing.<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\">Main exam scores are not disclosed to shortlisted candidates until after the interview process is complete.<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\">If the exam is conducted across multiple sessions\/shifts, scores are normalized using the equi-percentile method, calculated to two decimal points.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4 class=\"mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\" dir=\"ltr\"><strong>Penalty for Wrong Answers<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\">A penalty of \u00bc (0.25 marks) is deducted for each wrong answer in the objective tests of both the Preliminary and Main examinations. Unattempted questions carry no penalty.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\" dir=\"ltr\"><strong>Stage 3: Personality Test &#8211; IBPS PO 2026<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\">Candidates who qualify the Main Examination are called for a Personality Test, which is a self-report assessment.<\/p>\n<ul class=\"[li_&amp;]:mb-0 [li_&amp;]:mt-1 [li_&amp;]:gap-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3 print:block print:space-y-1\" dir=\"ltr\">\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\">The Personality Test is non-qualifying in nature \u2014 it does not carry marks that affect selection directly.<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\">However, appearing in the Personality Test is mandatory to be eligible for the subsequent Interview.<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\">The Personality Profile generated is placed before the Interview panel to give them additional context about the candidate.<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\">It may be conducted in proctored (remote) mode or at identified examination centres, as decided by IBPS.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\" dir=\"ltr\"><strong>Stage 4: Common Interview &#8211; IBPS PO 2026<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\">Candidates who clear the Main Examination and complete the Personality Test are called for a Common Interview, conducted by the Participating Banks and coordinated by the Nodal Bank in each State\/UT\/Region with support from IBPS.<\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"><strong>Key details of the Interview process:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"[li_&amp;]:mb-0 [li_&amp;]:mt-1 [li_&amp;]:gap-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3 print:block print:space-y-1\" dir=\"ltr\">\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\">Total marks: 100<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\">Minimum qualifying marks: 40% (relaxed to 35% for SC\/ST\/OBC\/PwBD candidates)<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\">Weightage ratio (Main Exam : Interview): 80:20<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\">The combined final score is calculated based on Main Exam marks and Interview marks together.<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\">Interview scores of candidates who fail to secure qualifying marks, or who are otherwise barred from further process, are not disclosed.<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\">No request for change of interview date, time, or venue will be entertained, though IBPS reserves the right to make such changes at its discretion.<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\">Candidates must produce all valid prescribed documents at the interview \u2014 failure to do so results in cancellation of candidature.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4 class=\"mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\" dir=\"ltr\"><strong>Documents Required at Interview Stage<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\">Candidates must carry originals plus self-attested photocopies of documents including:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"[li_&amp;]:mb-0 [li_&amp;]:mt-1 [li_&amp;]:gap-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3 print:block print:space-y-1\" dir=\"ltr\">\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\">Printout of valid Interview Call Letter and registered online application<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\">Proof of Date of Birth<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\">Photo Identity Proof<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\">Graduation mark-sheets\/certificates (result declared on or before 21.07.2026)<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\">Caste\/Category Certificate (for SC\/ST\/OBC candidates)<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\">Income &amp; Asset Certificate (for EWS candidates)<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\">Disability Certificate from District Medical Board (for PwBD candidates)<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\">Ex-servicemen documents (Discharge book, pension payment order, etc., where applicable)<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\">No Objection Certificate (for candidates already employed in Government\/PSU roles)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\">All documents are also required to be uploaded online in PDF format through a link that will be shared later on the official IBPS website.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\" dir=\"ltr\"><strong>IBPS PO 2026 Merit Calculation and Tie-Breaking<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul class=\"[li_&amp;]:mb-0 [li_&amp;]:mt-1 [li_&amp;]:gap-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3 print:block print:space-y-1\" dir=\"ltr\">\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\">A candidate&#8217;s final merit is based on the combined score of Main Exam (80%) and Interview (20%).<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\">Candidates belonging to a reserved category but selected purely on general merit will be treated at par with General category candidates \u2014 they won&#8217;t be adjusted against a reserved post, though their original category certificate will still be required.<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\">In case two or more candidates score identically, merit order is decided by date of birth \u2014 the senior (older) candidate is ranked above the junior one.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\" dir=\"ltr\"><strong>Stage 5: Provisional Allotment &#8211; IBPS PO 2026<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\">Once the interview process concludes, shortlisted candidates are provisionally allotted to one of the Participating Banks based on:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"[li_&amp;]:mb-0 [li_&amp;]:mt-1 [li_&amp;]:gap-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3 print:block print:space-y-1\" dir=\"ltr\">\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\">Merit-cum-preference<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\">Actual vacancies reported by banks for FY 2027-28<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\">Government reservation policy guidelines<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\">Administrative exigencies<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"><strong>Important points about allotment:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"[li_&amp;]:mb-0 [li_&amp;]:mt-1 [li_&amp;]:gap-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3 print:block print:space-y-1\" dir=\"ltr\">\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\">Vacancies mentioned in the notification are indicative only; actual allotment depends on real-time vacancies reported by banks.<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\">Once made, provisional allotment is final and binding \u2014 no request for change will be entertained, and any such request results in cancellation of candidature.<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\">A candidate who does not accept the offer of appointment forfeits their chance in the process.<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\">This is an All India cadre, meaning allotted candidates may be posted anywhere in India (or outside India) at the bank&#8217;s discretion.<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\">Appointment is subject to the candidate being declared medically fit and satisfying identity verification \u2014 this does not constitute a guaranteed offer of employment until confirmed by the bank.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 class=\"mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\" dir=\"ltr\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"IBPS_PO_2026_Reserve_List_Meaning_Rules_Provisional_Allotment_Process\"><\/span><strong>IBPS PO 2026 Reserve List: Meaning, Rules &amp; Provisional Allotment Process<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\">IBPS may maintain a reserve list of approximately 20% of vacancies under each category. If banks report further vacancies during the validity period, provisional allotment from the reserve list may happen 3-4 times. This reserve list automatically expires one year after the date of the first Provisional Allotment, or when a fresh allotment is made \u2014 whichever comes first.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\" dir=\"ltr\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"IBPS_PO_2026_Identity_Verification_Biometric_Checks_Throughout_the_Selection_Process\"><\/span><strong>IBPS PO 2026 Identity Verification &amp; Biometric Checks Throughout the Selection Process<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\">At every stage \u2014 examination hall and interview \u2014 candidates must produce:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"[li_&amp;]:mb-0 [li_&amp;]:mt-1 [li_&amp;]:gap-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3 print:block print:space-y-1\" dir=\"ltr\">\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\">Valid call letter with photo pasted<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\">Original photo ID proof matching the name on the application (PAN, Passport, Voter ID, Aadhaar, Driving License, etc.)<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\">Note: Ration Card and Learner&#8217;s License are NOT accepted<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\">Biometric verification (photograph and thumb impression) may be conducted at multiple stages, and any mismatch or refusal to participate can lead to cancellation of candidature. Candidates are also advised not to alter their appearance from the photo uploaded during registration.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\" dir=\"ltr\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"IBPS_PO_2026_Selection_Process_Special_Provisions_for_PwBD_Candidates\"><\/span><strong>IBPS PO 2026 Selection Process: Special Provisions for PwBD Candidates<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul class=\"[li_&amp;]:mb-0 [li_&amp;]:mt-1 [li_&amp;]:gap-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3 print:block print:space-y-1\" dir=\"ltr\">\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\">Scribe facility is available for eligible PwBD\/specified disability candidates, subject to certification and prior declaration in the application form.<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\">Compensatory time of 20 minutes per hour of examination is granted to VI, ID, and locomotor disability candidates (minimum 40% impairment), and to those using scribes.<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\">Visually Impaired candidates may opt for magnified font display (not available if using a scribe).<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\">All disability certificates are subject to authentication via the UDID portal and may require a fresh medical board assessment by the bank.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 class=\"mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\" dir=\"ltr\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"IBPS_PO_2026_Safeguards_Against_Malpractice_Rules_Penalties_Exam_Guidelines\"><\/span><strong>IBPS PO 2026 Safeguards Against Malpractice: Rules, Penalties &amp; Exam Guidelines<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\">IBPS has built strong integrity checks into the selection process:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"[li_&amp;]:mb-0 [li_&amp;]:mt-1 [li_&amp;]:gap-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3 print:block print:space-y-1\" dir=\"ltr\">\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\">Response and login pattern analysis is used to detect similarity of answers between candidates, which could indicate sharing of responses.<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\">The Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act, 2024 applies, making offences like question paper leakage, impersonation, or tampering with answer sheets cognizable, non-bailable, and non-compoundable.<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\">Any candidate found using unfair means, impersonating, or violating exam protocol is liable for disqualification, debarment (temporary or permanent), and even criminal prosecution.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\">The IBPS PO\/MT-XVI selection process for 2027-28 vacancies is structured to be rigorous and merit-based, spanning nearly six months from the Preliminary Exam (August 2026) to Provisional Allotment (January 2027). Since the Main Exam score carries the most weight (80%) in final selection, candidates should focus heavily on scoring well in Reasoning, Data Analysis &amp; Interpretation, and General\/Banking Awareness, while not neglecting interview preparation, as it still contributes 20% to the final merit.<\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\">Candidates are strongly advised to regularly check <strong><a class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"http:\/\/www.ibps.in\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">www.ibps.in<\/a><\/strong> for updates on call letters, exam city intimation, and any changes to the tentative schedule, since IBPS does not send physical communication and relies solely on email\/SMS to the registered contact details.<\/p>\n<div class=\"table-responsive wprt_style_display\">\n<table dir=\"ltr\" border=\"1\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\">\n<colgroup>\n<col width=\"285\" \/>\n<col width=\"285\" \/><\/colgroup>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\" colspan=\"2\" rowspan=\"1\" data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot;IBPS PO Informations&quot;}\" data-sheets-textstyleruns=\"{&quot;1&quot;:0,&quot;2&quot;:{&quot;5&quot;:1,&quot;6&quot;:1}}\uee10{&quot;1&quot;:8}\"><em><strong>IBPS PO Exam Information Links<\/strong><\/em><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot; IBPS PO Syllabus&quot;}\" data-sheets-hyperlink=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/ibps-po-syllabus-and-exam-pattern\/\"><a class=\"in-cell-link\" href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/ibps-po-notification\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">IBPS PO Notification<\/a><\/td>\n<td data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot; IBPS PO Mock Test&quot;}\" data-sheets-hyperlink=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/ibps-po-mock-test-online\/\"><a class=\"in-cell-link\" href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/ibps-po-mock-test-online\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> IBPS PO Mock Test<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot; IBPS PO Exam date&quot;}\" data-sheets-hyperlink=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/ibps-po-exam-date\/\"><a class=\"waffle-rich-text-link\" href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/ibps-po-syllabus-and-exam-pattern\/\"> IBPS PO Syllabus<\/a><\/td>\n<td data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot; IBPS PO Video Course&quot;}\">IBPS PO Video Course<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot; IBPS PO Application Form&quot;}\" data-sheets-hyperlink=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/ibps-po-apply-online\/\"><a class=\"waffle-rich-text-link\" href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/ibps-po-exam-date\/\"> IBPS PO Exam Date<\/a><\/td>\n<td data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot; IBPS PO Study Materials&quot;}\" data-sheets-hyperlink=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/ibps-po-study-material\/\"><a class=\"in-cell-link\" href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/ibps-po-study-material\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> IBPS PO Study Materials<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot; IBPS PO Vacancy&quot;}\" data-sheets-hyperlink=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/ibps-po-vacancy\/\"><a class=\"waffle-rich-text-link\" href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/ibps-po-apply-online\/\"> IBPS PO Application Form<\/a><\/td>\n<td data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot; IBPS PO Interview Questions&quot;}\" data-sheets-hyperlink=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/ibps-po-interview-questions\/\"><a class=\"in-cell-link\" href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/ibps-po-interview-questions\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> IBPS PO Interview Questions<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot; IBPS PO Admit Card&quot;}\" data-sheets-hyperlink=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/ibps-po-admit-card\/\"><a class=\"waffle-rich-text-link\" href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/ibps-po-vacancy\/\"> IBPS PO Vacancy<\/a><\/td>\n<td data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot; IBPS PO Job Profile&quot;}\" data-sheets-hyperlink=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/ibps-po-job-profile\/\"><a class=\"in-cell-link\" href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/ibps-po-job-profile\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> IBPS PO Job Profile<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot; IBPS PO Study Plan&quot;}\" data-sheets-hyperlink=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/ibps-po-study-plan\/\"><a class=\"waffle-rich-text-link\" href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/ibps-po-admit-card\/\"> IBPS PO Admit Card<\/a><\/td>\n<td data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot; IBPS PO Salary&quot;}\" data-sheets-hyperlink=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/ibps-po-salary\/\"><a class=\"in-cell-link\" href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/ibps-po-salary\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> IBPS PO Salary<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot; 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