Overview

The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) conducts the Common Recruitment Process (CRP) for the recruitment of Probationary Officers (PO)/Management Trainees (MT) in participating Public Sector Banks (PSBs) and other financial institutions. This examination is a golden opportunity for graduates aspiring to build a career in the banking sector, offering a prestigious and stable job profile with excellent growth prospects. The selection process is rigorous, designed to assess candidates' aptitude, analytical skills, and general awareness, ensuring that only the most capable individuals join the banking fraternity.

Successful candidates are appointed as Probationary Officers, undergoing a probationary period during which they receive extensive training in various aspects of banking operations, including credit, treasury, foreign exchange, and general administration. Upon successful completion of probation, they are confirmed as Assistant Managers. The role involves managing customer relationships, processing loans, handling financial transactions, and ensuring compliance with banking regulations, among other responsibilities.

The IBPS PO notification is released annually, inviting applications for thousands of vacancies across participating banks such as Punjab National Bank, Canara Bank, Union Bank of India, Bank of India, Indian Bank, and many others. The number of vacancies varies each year based on the requirements of the participating banks. A career as an IBPS PO offers a dynamic work environment, opportunities for rapid career advancement to higher managerial positions, competitive salaries, and attractive perks, making it one of the most sought-after jobs among Indian graduates.

Important Dates

Event	Date
Application Start	2026-07-20
Application End	2026-08-10
Prelims Exam	2026-10-04
Mains Exam	2026-11-22

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