Every cycle of news + important dates we've captured for IBPS Probationary Officer (Prelims), oldest cycles at the bottom. Live information is on the main exam page; this archive preserves what each previous cycle officially announced.
The total vacancy count for IBPS PO/MT-XVI has been revised to 7,565 posts, with UCO Bank adding 200 vacancies to the original 7,365. The recruitment is being conducted across 11 participating public sector banks.
Archived 23 Aug 2026
The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection released the IBPS PO Prelims 2026 admit card on August 14, 2026. Candidates appearing for the Preliminary Examination on August 22-23 can download their call letters from ibps.in using their registration number and password.
Archived 23 Aug 2026
IBPS has introduced a mandatory but non-qualifying Personality Test stage after the Mains exam result for the 2026 cycle. This self-report assessment must be completed before candidates proceed to the Interview round.
Archived 23 Aug 2026
IBPS has opened a two-day correction facility for candidates to modify their application forms. A nominal fee of ₹200 applies for any corrections made during this window.
Archived 21 Aug 2026
The online application process for IBPS PO 2026 closed on July 26 after an extension. More than 11 lakh candidates have submitted applications, leading to the Prelims being scheduled across two days in eight shifts.
Archived 23 Aug 2026
IBPS has added a mandatory Personality Test assessment after Mains results, before the Interview stage. The Mains pattern has also been revised with 170 questions now carrying 200 marks, with increased weightage for Banking Awareness and Data Interpretation.
Archived 21 Aug 2026
According to the IBPS Calendar 2026, the Preliminary exam is scheduled for 22nd and 23rd August 2026 across multiple shifts, while the Mains exam will be held on 4th October 2026. Over 11 lakh applications have been received.
Archived 21 Aug 2026
The last date to submit online applications was extended from July 21 to July 26, 2026, giving aspirants additional time to complete registration and fee payment on ibps.in.
Archived 21 Aug 2026
IBPS released a revised vacancy list increasing total PO positions from 6,715 to 7,365 for the CRP PO/MT-XVI recruitment cycle. Bank of Baroda reported the highest openings with 1,900 posts. The recruitment is for 2027-28 batch.
Archived 21 Aug 2026
Indian Bank, UCO Bank, and Union Bank of India have not yet reported their vacancies in the current notification. The total vacancy count of 6,715 is indicative and may increase when these banks submit their requirements.
Archived 30 Jul 2026
IBPS has introduced a revised Mains exam pattern featuring 170 objective questions for 200 marks, with increased weightage to Banking Awareness and Data Interpretation sections. The notification also includes new PwBD guidelines and an application correction window.
Archived 30 Jul 2026
Online registration for IBPS PO CRP XVI is live from 1st July to 21st July 2026 on ibps.in. Candidates must complete registration, upload documents, and pay application fee before the deadline.
Archived 30 Jul 2026
The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection has officially released the IBPS PO Notification 2026 for 6,715 Probationary Officer/Management Trainee vacancies across 11 participating public sector banks. This represents a significant increase from the previous recruitment cycle.
Archived 30 Jul 2026
Multiple sources indicate the detailed IBPS PO 2026 notification will be released around June 30, 2026, following the pattern of previous years when notification was released on July 1, 2025. Vacancies are expected to be in the range of 5,000-6,000 across 11 participating PSBs.
Archived 5 Jul 2026
Online registration for IBPS PO 2026 is expected to commence in the first week of July, typically running for 21 days. Candidates will apply through the official portal ibps.in, with application fees of ₹850 for General/OBC and ₹175 for SC/ST/PwBD candidates.
Archived 5 Jul 2026
IBPS released the official Exam Calendar 2026 on January 16, 2026, confirming Prelims exam dates as August 22-23, 2026 and Mains on October 4, 2026. The notification for CRP PO/MT-XVI is expected in June-July 2026.
Archived 5 Jul 2026
As per the standard IBPS schedule, IBPS PO Prelims admit cards will be made available for download approximately 10-15 days prior to the examination dates in August. Candidates must check their registered email and the official website for download links.
Archived 5 Jul 2026
Bank-wise and category-wise vacancy details for Probationary Officer positions will be announced with the official notification. Expected vacancies range between 5000-5500 posts based on previous year trends.
Archived 27 Jun 2026
IBPS has updated the Prelims pattern with modified weightage: Reasoning Ability now carries 40 marks (increased from 35) while Quantitative Aptitude reduced to 30 marks (from 35). Total remains 100 marks across three sections with negative marking of 0.25 per wrong answer.
Archived 5 Jul 2026
The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection released the official IBPS Calendar 2026 on January 16, 2026, confirming Prelims exam dates as August 22-23, 2026 and Mains exam on October 4, 2026 for CRP PO/MT-XVI recruitment.
Archived 20 Jun 2026
IBPS will release the official notification for Probationary Officer recruitment in June 2026, which will include vacancy details for 11 participating public sector banks, application dates, and complete eligibility criteria.
Archived 20 Jun 2026
The detailed notification for IBPS PO/MT CRP-XVI will be released on the official IBPS website in June-July 2026, containing vacancy details, eligibility criteria, and application timeline. Online registration window will open following the notification release.
Archived 27 Jun 2026
The online application portal for IBPS PO 2026 will become active on ibps.in once the official notification is published. Candidates will need to complete registration, upload documents, and pay application fees during the window.
Archived 20 Jun 2026
This year's IBPS Probationary Officer examination represents the 16th consecutive annual recruitment cycle conducted by IBPS for officer-scale positions across participating banks since 2011.
Archived 20 Jun 2026
Candidates must qualify through Prelims (qualifying stage), Mains examination (objective and descriptive), and personal interview. Final merit calculated with 80:20 weightage for Mains and Interview scores.
Archived 27 Jun 2026
The detailed IBPS PO 2026 notification for CRP-XVI PO/MT will be released in June 2026 at ibps.in, containing information on vacancies, eligibility criteria, application process, and selection stages. Previous year saw over 5,200 vacancies across participating banks.
Archived 13 Jun 2026
IBPS has added a Personality Test stage from the 2025 recruitment cycle onwards. Only candidates who qualify this stage will be able to appear for the final interview round, adding an additional filter to the selection process.
Archived 13 Jun 2026
The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection has released the official exam calendar confirming IBPS PO Prelims on August 22-23, 2026 and Mains on October 4, 2026. This marks the 16th edition of the Common Recruitment Process for Probationary Officer positions across 11 participating public sector banks.
Archived 13 Jun 2026
The online application window for IBPS PO 2026 will open after the official notification is published. Candidates will need to upload documents including photograph, signature, handwritten declaration, and left thumb impression as per prescribed guidelines.
Archived 13 Jun 2026
The recruitment will follow a structured three-tier process: Prelims (qualifying), Mains exam with objective and descriptive papers, and Interview. Final merit is calculated with 80% weightage to Mains and 20% to Interview performance.
Archived 6 Jun 2026
Based on the typical recruitment timeline, the detailed IBPS PO notification for CRP-XVI is anticipated in June 2026. The notification will contain complete information on vacancies across 11 participating public sector banks, eligibility criteria, and application procedures.
Archived 6 Jun 2026
Last year's IBPS PO recruitment announced 6189 vacancies for Probationary Officer/Management Trainee posts, with major openings at Bank of Baroda, Bank of Maharashtra, and Canara Bank. The 2026 vacancy count will be announced with the official notification.
Archived 6 Jun 2026
The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection is anticipated to announce the IBPS PO recruitment notification within the coming weeks. Candidates are advised to regularly check the official website for the detailed notification regarding vacancies and eligibility criteria.
Archived 29 May 2026
Following the standard annual timeline, the online application portal for IBPS PO is expected to become active in the coming period. Aspiring candidates should prepare necessary documents including educational certificates and category proof for smooth registration.
Archived 29 May 2026
The institute has clarified that the Preliminary examination will continue to assess candidates on English Language, Quantitative Aptitude, and Reasoning Ability with sectional timing. The exam will be conducted online across multiple shifts to accommodate all registered candidates.
Archived 29 May 2026
The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection announced exam dates through IBPS Calendar 2026-27 in January. Prelims scheduled for August 22-23, 2026 and Mains on October 4, 2026 for CRP PO/MT-XVI recruitment across 11 public sector banks.
Archived 27 Jun 2026
Career counselors emphasize focusing on speed and accuracy for the preliminary stage. Candidates are recommended to practice previous year question papers and take regular mock tests to build time management skills for the three sections.
Archived 29 May 2026
The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection released the official IBPS Calendar 2026 on 16 January 2026, confirming exam dates for CRP PO/MT-XVI. Prelims are scheduled for 22-23 August 2026 and Mains on 4 October 2026.
Archived 6 Jun 2026
Final result and provisional allotment (expected)
Sat, 27 Mar, 2027Successful candidates allocated to 11 public sector banks based on merit and preference
Archived 21 Aug 2026
Interview process begins (tentative)
Tue, 26 Jan, 2027Conducted by participating banks; expected January-February 2027
Archived 21 Aug 2026
Final result and provisional allotment
Sat, 23 Jan, 2027Final merit list based on Mains (80%) + Interview (20%); bank allotment as per preference and merit
Archived 5 Jul 2026
Final Result & Provisional Allotment
Sat, 23 Jan, 2027Expected January 2027; merit based on 80:20 Mains:Interview ratio
Archived 23 Aug 2026
Final result and provisional allotment
Tue, 15 Dec, 2026Bank-wise provisional allotment based on merit and preference
Archived 6 Jun 2026
Interview round
Wed, 9 Dec, 2026Conducted by participating banks; December 2026 expected
Archived 23 Aug 2026
Interview round (expected)
Wed, 2 Dec, 2026Interviews typically conducted in November-December after Mains results
Archived 30 Jul 2026
Interview / Personality Test
Sun, 29 Nov, 2026Conducted at designated centers; 100 marks; call letters issued separately
Archived 5 Jul 2026
Interview round (tentative)
Wed, 25 Nov, 2026Final stage for candidates who clear Mains; 20% weightage in final selection
Archived 20 Jun 2026
Personality Test (non-qualifying)
Thu, 19 Nov, 2026Mandatory self-report assessment before Interview; exact dates TBA
Archived 23 Aug 2026
Interview and Personality Test (expected)
Wed, 18 Nov, 2026Final selection based on 80:20 ratio of Mains and Interview marks
Archived 13 Jun 2026
Mains result declaration
Mon, 9 Nov, 2026Typically 4-6 weeks after Mains; shortlist for Interview stage announced
Archived 5 Jul 2026
Mains Result announcement
Wed, 4 Nov, 2026Expected in early November; shortlists candidates for Personality Test
Archived 23 Aug 2026
Mains result and interview call
Mon, 2 Nov, 2026Shortlisted candidates for interview round
Archived 27 Jun 2026
Mains result and Personality Test schedule (expected)
Mon, 2 Nov, 2026New mandatory Personality Test stage before Interview
Archived 21 Aug 2026
Mains result and interview schedule
Sat, 31 Oct, 2026Shortlist for personality test and interview
Archived 6 Jun 2026
🏦IBPS PO Mains Exam (Tentative)
Mon, 26 Oct, 2026Main examination for candidates who cleared Prelims
Archived 29 May 2026
Mains admit card release
Tue, 13 Oct, 2026Hall tickets for qualified candidates appearing in Mains exam
Archived 29 May 2026
🏦Mains exam date
Sun, 4 Oct, 2026Scheduled for 4th October 2026
Archived 30 Jul 2026
🏦IBPS PO Mains exam
Sun, 4 Oct, 2026October 4, 2026 - Objective + Descriptive paper; marks count for final merit
Archived 13 Jun 2026
🏦IBPS PO Mains Exam
Sun, 4 Oct, 2026Main examination with objective and descriptive papers
Archived 6 Jun 2026
🏦IBPS PO Mains exam
Sun, 4 Oct, 2026Includes objective and descriptive tests; marks count for final merit
Archived 20 Jun 2026
🏦IBPS PO Mains exam
Sun, 4 Oct, 2026Objective (200 marks) + Descriptive (25 marks) paper
Archived 27 Jun 2026
🏦IBPS PO Mains Exam
Sun, 4 Oct, 2026October 4, 2026; 200+25 marks (Objective + Descriptive); 160+30 minutes duration
Archived 5 Jul 2026
🏦Mains Examination
Sun, 4 Oct, 2026October 4, 2026; includes 170 objective questions + descriptive paper
Archived 23 Aug 2026
🏦IBPS PO Mains Exam
Sun, 4 Oct, 2026Main Examination with objective (170 questions) and descriptive papers
Archived 21 Aug 2026
Mains admit card download begins (tentative)
Thu, 24 Sept, 2026Only qualified Prelims candidates can download Mains hall ticket
Archived 21 Aug 2026
Mains admit card release
Sun, 20 Sept, 2026Download call letter from official website
Archived 27 Jun 2026
Prelims result and Mains admit card
Sun, 20 Sept, 2026Prelims scorecard released; Mains call letter available for shortlisted candidates
Archived 5 Jul 2026
Prelims result announcement
Fri, 18 Sept, 2026Preliminary exam results and qualifying status published
Archived 29 May 2026
Prelims result declaration
Wed, 16 Sept, 2026Shortlist for Mains examination
Archived 6 Jun 2026
Prelims Result announcement
Thu, 10 Sept, 2026Expected in early to mid-September based on typical timeline
Archived 23 Aug 2026
Prelims result (expected)
Tue, 8 Sept, 2026Typically announced 2-3 weeks after Prelims examination
Archived 30 Jul 2026
Prelims result announcement
Sun, 6 Sept, 2026Shortlisted candidates eligible for Mains exam
Archived 27 Jun 2026
Prelims result announcement (expected)
Sun, 6 Sept, 2026Shortlisted candidates will be called for Mains exam
Archived 21 Aug 2026
🏦IBPS PO Preliminary Exam (Tentative)
Sat, 29 Aug, 2026Prelims exam conducted in multiple shifts across India
Archived 29 May 2026
🏦Prelims exam date (Day 2)
Sun, 23 Aug, 2026Scheduled for 23rd August 2026
Archived 30 Jul 2026
🏦IBPS PO Prelims exam - Day 2
Sun, 23 Aug, 2026August 23, 2026 - Qualifying stage for Mains
Archived 13 Jun 2026
🏦IBPS PO Prelims Exam - Day 2
Sun, 23 Aug, 2026Online preliminary examination (second shift)
Archived 6 Jun 2026
🏦IBPS PO Prelims exam - Day 2
Sun, 23 Aug, 2026Second day of Prelims examination
Archived 20 Jun 2026
🏦IBPS PO Prelims exam - Day 2
Sun, 23 Aug, 2026Multiple shifts; qualifying stage for Mains
Archived 27 Jun 2026
🏦IBPS PO Prelims Exam - Day 2
Sun, 23 Aug, 2026August 23, 2026; multiple shifts; sectional timing enforced
Archived 5 Jul 2026
🏦Prelims Examination (Day 2)
Sun, 23 Aug, 2026Second day of Prelims across 4 shifts; 60-minute online exam
Archived 23 Aug 2026
🏦IBPS PO Prelims Exam - Day 2
Sun, 23 Aug, 2026Second day of Preliminary Examination across exam centers nationwide
Archived 21 Aug 2026
🏦Prelims exam date
Sat, 22 Aug, 2026Scheduled for 22nd August 2026 (first shift)
Archived 30 Jul 2026
🏦IBPS PO Prelims exam - Day 1
Sat, 22 Aug, 2026August 22, 2026 - Conducted in multiple shifts across India
Archived 13 Jun 2026
🏦IBPS PO Prelims Exam - Day 1
Sat, 22 Aug, 2026Online preliminary examination (first shift)
Archived 6 Jun 2026
🏦IBPS PO Prelims exam - Day 1
Sat, 22 Aug, 2026Qualifying stage; multiple shifts across exam centres
Archived 20 Jun 2026
🏦IBPS PO Prelims exam - Day 1
Sat, 22 Aug, 2026Multiple shifts; 100 questions, 60 minutes duration
Archived 27 Jun 2026
🏦IBPS PO Prelims Exam - Day 1
Sat, 22 Aug, 2026August 22, 2026; multiple shifts; 60 minutes, 100 questions (Reasoning, Quant, English)
Archived 5 Jul 2026
🏦Prelims Examination (Day 1)
Sat, 22 Aug, 2026First day of Prelims across 4 shifts; check admit card for exact shift timing
Archived 23 Aug 2026
🏦IBPS PO Prelims Exam - Day 1
Sat, 22 Aug, 2026First day of Preliminary Examination; multiple shifts scheduled
Archived 21 Aug 2026
Prelims admit card download
Sat, 15 Aug, 2026Call letters available on IBPS portal
Archived 6 Jun 2026
Admit card availability for Prelims
Fri, 14 Aug, 2026Download hall tickets from official website
Archived 29 May 2026
Prelims admit card download begins (tentative)
Fri, 14 Aug, 2026Candidates can download hall tickets from ibps.in approximately 2 weeks before exam
Archived 21 Aug 2026
Prelims admit card (expected)
Wed, 12 Aug, 2026Call letters typically released 10-15 days before exam; check ibps.in
Archived 30 Jul 2026
Prelims admit card download
Wed, 12 Aug, 2026Available 10-15 days before Prelims exam
Archived 20 Jun 2026
Prelims admit card download begins
Wed, 12 Aug, 2026Available 10-15 days before Prelims; download from ibps.in using registration credentials
Archived 5 Jul 2026
Prelims admit card release (expected)
Mon, 10 Aug, 2026Admit cards usually released 10-15 days before exam
Archived 13 Jun 2026
Prelims admit card release
Sun, 9 Aug, 2026Download call letter 10-15 days before exam
Archived 27 Jun 2026
Pre-Exam Training for reserved categories
Thu, 6 Aug, 2026Optional training for SC/ST/minority candidates; dates communicated to eligible applicants
Archived 5 Jul 2026
Application correction window closes
Thu, 30 Jul, 2026Last day to modify application form details; ₹200 correction fee applies
Archived 21 Aug 2026
Last date to apply online
Wed, 22 Jul, 2026Application deadline with fee payment
Archived 27 Jun 2026
Last date to apply online
Wed, 22 Jul, 2026Application window typically runs for 21 days; pay application fee before deadline
Archived 5 Jul 2026
Last date to apply online
Tue, 21 Jul, 2026Application deadline is 21st July 2026; fee payment must also be completed by this date
Archived 30 Jul 2026
Last date to apply online (expected)
Tue, 21 Jul, 2026Application window typically remains open for 20-21 days
Archived 13 Jun 2026
Last date to apply online (tentative)
Tue, 21 Jul, 2026Application window typically remains open for 3 weeks
Archived 20 Jun 2026
Online application portal opens
Thu, 2 Jul, 2026Registration begins on ibps.in for all eligible candidates
Archived 27 Jun 2026
Application portal opens
Wed, 1 Jul, 2026Online registration started on 1st July 2026 at ibps.in
Archived 30 Jul 2026
Application portal opens (expected)
Wed, 1 Jul, 2026Online registration begins at ibps.in for IBPS PO 2026
Archived 13 Jun 2026
Application portal opens (tentative)
Wed, 1 Jul, 2026Online registration begins at ibps.in after notification release
Archived 20 Jun 2026
Official notification release
Wed, 1 Jul, 2026CRP PO/MT-XVI notification with vacancy details and eligibility criteria
Archived 27 Jun 2026
Online application portal opens
Wed, 1 Jul, 2026Registration typically begins 1 day after notification; verify exact date on official website
Archived 5 Jul 2026
Official notification release expected
Tue, 30 Jun, 2026CRP-XVI PO/MT notification with vacancy details, eligibility criteria, and application dates
Archived 13 Jun 2026
Official notification release expected
Tue, 30 Jun, 2026Detailed notification PDF with vacancies, eligibility, and application guidelines
Archived 20 Jun 2026
Official notification release (CRP PO/MT-XVI)
Tue, 30 Jun, 2026Expected June 30, 2026 on ibps.in with vacancy details, eligibility, and exam schedule
Archived 5 Jul 2026
Application deadline
Sun, 28 Jun, 2026Last date to submit online applications and pay fees
Archived 29 May 2026
Application deadline (tentative)
Mon, 22 Jun, 2026Last date to submit online applications
Archived 6 Jun 2026
Application portal opens
Fri, 5 Jun, 2026Online registration begins for IBPS PO recruitment
Archived 29 May 2026
Online application portal opens (tentative)
Mon, 1 Jun, 2026Registration begins after notification release
Archived 6 Jun 2026
Official notification release expected
Sun, 31 May, 2026Detailed CRP PO/MT-XVI notification with vacancies and application window
Archived 6 Jun 2026
Official notification release
Fri, 29 May, 2026Detailed notification with vacancy information and eligibility criteria
Archived 29 May 2026
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