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Vacancy Details
- Probationary Officer/Management Trainee: 6715 vacancies
Qualification: Degree (Graduation) in any discipline from a University recognised by the Government of India or equivalent
Qualification Requirements
Age Limits
- Minimum Age: 20 years
- Maximum Age: 30 years
Application Fees
- SC/ST/PwBD Candidates: ₹175
- All Other Candidates: ₹850
Selection Process
- Online Preliminary Examination: A timed objective online test (Prelims) used as the first stage of selection.
- Online Main Examination: A longer objective test plus a descriptive paper (Main) that carries the majority weight for final selection.
- Personality Test: A self-report personality test that is mandatory but non-qualifying for interview eligibility.
- Common Interview: A common interview for shortlisted candidates; interview marks contribute to final merit.
- Provisional Allotment: Final provisional allotment to one of the participating banks based on combined merit.
How to Apply
1: Visit the official IBPS website: https://www.ibps.in
2: Click on the ‘CRP PO/MT’ link on the homepage.
3: Click ‘CLICK HERE TO APPLY ONLINE FOR CRP-PROBATIONARY OFFICERS/MANAGEMENT TRAINEES (CRP-PO/MT-XVI)’.
4: Click ‘CLICK HERE FOR NEW REGISTRATION’ and fill basic details to generate a provisional registration number and password.
5: Upload photograph, signature, left thumb impression, hand-written declaration, SSC/SSLC/10th certificate and other required documents as per specifications.
6: Fill in the online application form using the ‘SAVE AND NEXT’ option and verify all details.
7: Pay the application fee/intimation charges online via accepted payment modes.
8: Click ‘COMPLETE REGISTRATION’ after verifying all details.
9: Take a printout of the final submitted application form and e-receipt for future reference.
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Important Dates
- Notification Release Date:
- Online Registration Start Date:
- Online Registration Last Date:
- Fee Payment Last Date:
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the minimum educational qualification required?
Candidates must have a Degree (Graduation) in any discipline from a University recognised by the Government of India or an equivalent qualification recognised by the Central Government. A valid mark-sheet/degree certificate confirming graduation must be possessed on the day of registration.
How do I apply for IBPS CRP PO/MT-XVI?
Apply online by visiting the official IBPS website (https://www.ibps.in) and use the CRP PO/MT apply link. Complete new registration, upload required documents, pay the fee online and click ‘COMPLETE REGISTRATION’, then print the submitted application.
What is the last date to submit the online application?
Online registration opens on 01-07-2026 and closes on 21-07-2026. The fee payment last date is also 21-07-2026.
What is the selection process for the PO/MT posts?
Selection includes an Online Preliminary Examination, Online Main Examination (objective and descriptive), a mandatory Personality Test, a Common Interview and then provisional allotment. Final merit is based on the combined score of the Main Exam and Interview (weightage 80:20).
What is the pay scale for the Probationary Officer/Management Trainee?
The basic pay is specified as ₹48480-2000/7-62480-2340/2-67160-2680/7-85920. Officials will also be eligible for allowances and perquisites as per the rules of the concerned Participating Bank.
