Probationary Officer (PO) / Management Trainee (MT) - CRP XVI
Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS)
Is vacancy ka audio bulletin
Post, eligibility, salary aur last date sunein · RJ Karan — Rozgaar Bulletin
Probationary Officer (PO) / Management Trainee (MT) - CRP XVI
Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS)
Quick facts
About the role
The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has initiated the Common Recruitment Process (CRP-XVI) to select Probationary Officers and Management Trainees for various public sector banks for the 2027-28 financial year. This recruitment drive serves as a centralized gateway for entry-level managerial positions across major institutions like Bank of Baroda, Canara Bank, Punjab National Bank, and Union Bank of India. The selection process is comprehensive, involving a two-tier online examination—preliminary and main—followed by a personality test and a common interview. Candidates are advised that this is a dynamic process where final placements depend on actual vacancies reported by participating banks. Eligible graduates who meet the age criteria of 20 to 30 years are encouraged to apply. Since this is an all-India competitive process, applicants must ensure their documents are accurate during the registration phase, as the IBPS system does not permit category changes after the application window closes.
Highlights
- Common recruitment for 12 major public sector banks.
- Two-tier online examination structure (Prelims + Main).
- Includes a personality test and interview stage.
- Standardized pay scale starting at ₹48,480 basic.
- Age relaxation provided for reserved categories.
Selection process
- 1Online Preliminary Examination
- 2Online Main Examination
- 3Personality Test and Interview
How to apply
- 1Visit the official IBPS portal at www.ibps.in.
- 2Select the link for CRP PO/MT-XVI registration.
- 3Upload scanned copies of required documents as per guidelines.
- 4Complete the online payment of fees.
- 5Download and save the final submitted application form.
Important dates
- Registration Window01 Jul 2026 to 21 Jul 2026
- Prelims ExamAug 2026
- Main ExamOct 2026
- InterviewNov/Dec 2026
- Provisional AllotmentJan 2027
Official source & verification
Application status tracker
- Last date to apply21 Jul 2026
- Prelims ExamAug 2026
Frequently asked questions
Can final year students apply for the IBPS PO exam?
Candidates must possess a graduation degree from a recognized university. Generally, the degree certificate must be available at the time of document verification, so final-year students should check the specific notification requirements regarding their result declaration date.
Is there a penalty for wrong answers in the online exam?
Yes, there is a penalty for wrong answers marked in the objective tests of both the Preliminary and Main examinations. One-fourth of the marks assigned to that question will be deducted as a penalty.
Can I apply to multiple participating banks separately?
No, this is a Common Recruitment Process. You apply once through the IBPS portal, and your performance in the exams and interview determines your provisional allotment to one of the participating banks.
What is the age relaxation for OBC candidates?
Candidates belonging to the Other Backward Classes (Non-Creamy Layer) category are eligible for an upper age relaxation of 3 years over the general maximum age limit of 30 years.
Where can I register my grievances regarding the application?
If you encounter any technical issues or have complaints regarding the recruitment process, you can log in to the official complaint portal at http://cgrs.ibps.in for assistance.