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IBPS Clerk 2026 NotificationCRP CSA-XVI — Complete Official Guide

The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has released the official advertisement for CRP CSA-XVI on 01 August 2026. This is your complete, notification-accurate reference — covering eligibility, important dates, exam pattern, salary, and step-by-step application guidance for Customer Service Associates (formerly Clerk) in participating Public Sector Banks.

21 Aug
Registration Closes
2026 · Apply at ibps.in
Oct 2026
Prelims
10–11 October 2026
Dec 2026
Mains
27 December 2026
₹17,900
Starting Pay
Basic per month

Registration Open — Apply by 21 August 2026

The IBPS Clerk 2026 (CRP CSA-XVI) application window is open from 01 August 2026 to 21 August 2026. Apply now at ibps.in before the deadline.

IBPS Clerk 2026 Important Dates

ActivityTentative Date
Online Registration Opens
Online Registration Closes
Online Fee Payment (last date)
Edit / Modification WindowAfter close of registration (to be notified)
Pre-Examination Training (PET)
Download Call Letters — Preliminary Exam
Online Examination — Preliminary
Result of Online Examination — Preliminary
Download Call Letters — Main Examination
Online Examination — Main
Provisional Allotment

All dates are tentative. IBPS reserves the right to revise any date. Monitor ibps.in for the latest updates.

IBPS Clerk 2026 Vacancies

Indicative vacancy data for CRP CSA-XVI (FY 2027-28) will be published in the detailed notification on ibps.in. Based on historical trends, IBPS Clerk typically sees 6,000–12,000+ vacancies across 11 participating Public Sector Banks. The newspaper advertisement confirms vacancies are for FY 2027-28. Check ibps.in for the detailed notification with bank-wise and category-wise vacancy data.

Participating Banks (expected, same as prior cycles): Bank of Baroda, Bank of India, Bank of Maharashtra, Canara Bank, Central Bank of India, Indian Bank, Indian Overseas Bank, Punjab National Bank, Punjab & Sind Bank, UCO Bank, Union Bank of India.

₹IBPS Clerk 2026 Salary — Pay Scale & In-Hand

StagePay at StartAnnual IncrementDurationPay at End
Stage I₹17,900₹1,0003 years₹20,900
Stage II₹20,900₹1,2303 years₹24,590
Stage III₹24,590₹1,4904 years₹30,550
Stage IV₹30,550₹1,7307 years₹42,660
Stage V₹42,660₹3,2701 year₹45,930
Stage VI₹45,930₹1,9901 year₹47,920

Full pay scale notation: ₹17,900–1000/3–20,900–1230/3–24,590–1490/4–30,550–1730/7–42,660–3270/1–45,930–1990/1–47,920

In addition to basic pay, CSAs receive Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), City Compensatory Allowance (CCA), medical benefits, and other perquisites as per the rules of the allotted Participating Bank. Approximate in-hand salary ranges from ₹29,000–₹36,000 per month depending on posting location.

IBPS Clerk 2026 Eligibility Criteria

Age Limits (as on 01.08.2026)

Minimum Age
20 years
Born not later than 01.08.2006
Maximum Age
28 years
Born not earlier than 02.08.1998

Age Relaxation in Upper Age Limit

CategoryRelaxation
Scheduled Caste / Scheduled Tribe (SC/ST)5 years
Other Backward Classes — Non-Creamy Layer (OBC NCL)3 years
Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) under RPwD Act 201610 years
Ex-Servicemen (ECOs/SSCOs with min. 5 years military service)5 years

OBC certificate must contain a non-creamy layer clause, issued on or after 01.04.2026. EWS certificate must be valid for FY 2025-26.

Educational Qualification (as on 21.08.2026)

A Degree (Graduation) in any discipline from a University recognised by the Government of India, or any equivalent qualification recognised by the Central Government.

  • •The final result must have been declared on or before 21.08.2026.
  • •Proficiency in the official language of the State/UT applied for is desirable. Some banks may test local language proficiency before joining.
  • •Computer literacy: Operating and working knowledge of computer systems is necessary — knowledge of MS Office, internet and email operations.

IBPS Clerk 2026 Exam Pattern & Syllabus

Preliminary Examination (Objective Test)

SubjectQuestionsMax MarksMediumTime
English Language3030English20 min
Numerical Ability3535English & Hindi20 min
Reasoning Ability3535English & Hindi20 min
Total10010060 min

Each section is separately timed (20 minutes each). Candidates must clear the sectional cut-off in each subject to qualify for the Main Examination.

Main Examination (Objective Test)

SubjectQuestionsMax MarksMediumTime
General / Financial Awareness5050English & Hindi35 min
General English4040English35 min
Reasoning Ability & Computer Aptitude5060English & Hindi45 min
Quantitative Aptitude5050English & Hindi45 min
Total190200160 min

No Interview — IBPS Clerk selection is purely based on online examinations. Final merit and provisional allotment are based on Main Examination scores alone.

Negative Marking Rule

For every wrong answer in the objective tests (both Preliminary and Main), 0.25 marks (one-fourth of the marks assigned) are deducted as penalty. Unanswered questions carry no penalty. Attempt strategically.

IBPS Clerk 2026 Application Process & Fees

Application Fee (Window: 01–21 August 2026)

CategoryFee (inclusive of GST)
SC / ST / PwBD₹175 /-
General / EWS / OBC (NCL) — All Others₹850 /-
Edit Window Correction Fee (all categories)₹200 /-

Payment via Debit Card (RuPay/Visa/MasterCard/Maestro), Credit Card, Net Banking, IMPS, Cash Cards, Mobile Wallets, or UPI. Bank transaction charges are extra. Fee is non-refundable.

How to Apply Online — Step by Step

1
Visit ibps.in
Click on "CRP CSA" on the homepage, then select the link for CRP CSA-XVI online application.
2
New Registration
Click "CLICK HERE FOR NEW REGISTRATION". Enter basic details to generate a Provisional Registration Number and Password (also sent to your email/SMS).
3
Upload Documents
Upload your photograph, live webcam/mobile photo, signature, left thumb impression, handwritten declaration, and SSC certificate as per the exact specifications in the table below.
4
Fill Application Form
Use "SAVE AND NEXT" to verify each section. Indicate state preference for posting at this stage. Click "COMPLETE REGISTRATION" only after verifying all details.
5
Pay Application Fee
Pay online via Debit Card (RuPay/Visa/MasterCard/Maestro), Credit Card, Net Banking, IMPS, Mobile Wallet, or UPI. An e-receipt will be generated on success.
6
Save Printout
Take a printout of the system-generated application form and e-receipt. Do NOT send it to IBPS or any Participating Bank.

Edit Window — Application Modification

  • •Available after the close of registration. Exact dates will be notified on ibps.in.
  • •Correction fee: ₹200/- (uniform for all categories), non-refundable.
  • •Fields that cannot be changed even in Edit Window: Name, Email ID, Mobile Number, State/UT, Permanent Address, Post, Nationality.

Document Upload Specifications

DocumentFormatDimensionsFile SizeNotes
PhotographJPEG200 × 230 px20 – 50 KBRecent passport-style colour photo, white background. Also requires a live webcam/mobile capture during registration.
SignatureJPEG140 × 60 px10 – 20 KBBlack ink on white paper. NOT in capital letters.
Left Thumb ImpressionJPEG240 × 240 px20 – 50 KBBlack or blue ink on white paper. 200 DPI.
Handwritten DeclarationJPEG800 × 400 px50 – 100 KBIn English only, NOT in capitals. Candidate's own handwriting.
SSC / SSLC / 10th CertPDFA4 sizeMax 500 KBScanned copy of 10th standard or equivalent certificate.

Handwritten declaration text: “I, __________ (Name), hereby declare that all the information submitted by me in the application form is correct, true and valid. I will present the supporting documents as and when required.”

IBPS Clerk 2026 — Frequently Asked Questions

What is IBPS Clerk 2026 (CRP CSA-XVI)?
IBPS Clerk 2026, officially known as CRP CSA-XVI (Common Recruitment Process for Customer Service Associates — XVI), is conducted by the Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) for recruitment of Customer Service Associates (CSA) in participating Public Sector Banks for vacancies of FY 2027-28. CSA is the updated official designation for the post previously called 'Clerk'.
When is the IBPS Clerk 2026 registration date?
IBPS Clerk 2026 (CRP CSA-XVI) online registration opens on 01 August 2026 and closes on 21 August 2026. Application fee payment is available during the same window (01–21 August 2026) via online mode only at ibps.in.
When is the IBPS Clerk 2026 Prelims exam date?
The IBPS Clerk 2026 Preliminary Examination (CRP CSA-XVI) is tentatively scheduled for October 2026. Based on the IBPS calendar, Prelims are expected on 10th and 11th October 2026. Admit card download dates will be announced on ibps.in.
When is the IBPS Clerk 2026 Mains exam date?
The IBPS Clerk 2026 Main Examination is tentatively scheduled for December 2026. Based on the IBPS tentative calendar, Mains are expected on 27th December 2026. Provisional Allotment is planned for March 2027.
What is the age limit for IBPS Clerk 2026?
Age as on 01.08.2026 must be between 20 and 28 years — i.e., born not earlier than 02.08.1998 and not later than 01.08.2006. Relaxations: SC/ST – 5 years; OBC NCL – 3 years; PwBD – 10 years; Ex-Servicemen – 5 years.
What is the educational qualification for IBPS Clerk 2026?
Candidates must hold a Degree (Graduation) in any discipline from a Government-recognised University. The final result must have been declared on or before the last date of registration (21.08.2026). Proficiency in the official language of the state/UT applied for is desirable.
What is the application fee for IBPS Clerk 2026?
Application fee: SC/ST/PwBD candidates – ₹175 (inclusive of GST); All others (General/EWS/OBC) – ₹850 (inclusive of GST). Payment window: 01–21 August 2026 via online mode only. The fee is non-refundable.
What is the IBPS Clerk 2026 exam pattern?
IBPS Clerk 2026 has a two-tier online exam. Prelims: 100 questions / 100 marks / 60 minutes (English 30Q, Numerical 35Q, Reasoning 35Q — each section 20 mins). Mains: 190 objective questions / 200 marks / 160 minutes across 4 sections. There is no interview for IBPS Clerk.
Is there negative marking in IBPS Clerk 2026?
Yes. For every wrong answer in the objective tests (both Prelims and Mains), 0.25 marks (one-fourth of the marks assigned) are deducted as penalty. Unanswered questions carry no penalty.
What is the selection process for IBPS Clerk 2026?
Selection is based purely on online examinations: (1) Online Preliminary Examination and (2) Online Main Examination. There is no interview for the Clerical Cadre (CSA). Final merit and provisional allotment are based on Main Examination scores.
What is the salary of IBPS Clerk after selection?
The basic pay scale for IBPS Clerk (CSA) is ₹17,900–1000/3–20,900–1230/3–24,590–1490/4–30,550–1730/7–42,660–3270/1–45,930–1990/1–47,920. Starting basic pay is ₹17,900 per month. In-hand salary including DA, HRA, and other allowances is approximately ₹29,000–₹36,000 per month depending on posting location.
What is Pre-Examination Training (PET) for IBPS Clerk?
Pre-Examination Training (PET) is free-of-cost coaching offered by IBPS to candidates belonging to SC/ST/Religious Minority Communities. PET for CRP CSA-XVI is tentatively scheduled in September 2026. Eligible candidates can apply for PET via ibps.in. PET attendance does not affect examination eligibility.

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Official Reference

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IBPS Official Website — ibps.inApply online, download admit cards, check results for CRP CSA-XVI
Source: Official Advertisement — CRP CSA-XVI (Common Recruitment Process for Customer Service Associates), Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS), Mumbai. Content is reproduced for reference and guidance. Always verify the latest updates and apply only at ibps.in.