IBPS PO/MT Recruitment 2025: Apply for CRP-PO/MT-XV (2026-27)

Probationary Officer/Management Trainee (CRP-PO/MT-XV) – IBPS

Advertisement Title: Common Recruitment Process for Probationary Officers/Management Trainees (CRP-PO/MT-XV)
Issuing Authority: Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS)
Positions: Probationary Officer (PO) / Management Trainee (MT)
Vacancies: Indicative vacancies listed in Annexure I (exact numbers not fully provided in the document)
Objective: To recruit eligible candidates for Probationary Officer/Management Trainee roles in participating Public Sector Banks for the financial year 2026-27 through a three-tier process involving Online Preliminary, Online Main examinations, and a Common Interview.

About the Role

The role of a Probationary Officer/Management Trainee involves responsibilities in banking operations, customer service, loan processing, and management functions in Public Sector Banks. This is a prestigious career opportunity offering job stability, competitive pay, and opportunities for professional growth in the banking sector.

Participating Banks

The document lists some participating banks, including:

Bank of Baroda
Bank of India
Bank of Maharashtra
Other banks (full list truncated in the document, refer to Annexure I for complete details).

Eligibility Criteria

Nationality/Citizenship:
- A candidate must be one of the following:
  - Citizen of India, or
  - Subject of Nepal or Bhutan, or
  - Tibetan Refugee who came to India before 1st January 1962 with the intention of permanently settling, or
  - Person of Indian origin migrated from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, East African countries (Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Zambia, Malawi, Zaire, Ethiopia, Vietnam) with the intention of permanently settling in India.
- Candidates under categories (ii) to (v) must have a certificate of eligibility issued by the Government of India.
Age Limit (as on 01.07.2025):
- Minimum: 20 years
- Maximum: 30 years (candidates born between 02.07.1995 and 01.07.2005, both inclusive).
- Age Relaxation:
  - SC/ST: 5 years
  - OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 years
  - Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD): 10 years
  - Ex-Servicemen: 5 years
  - Other categories as per Government norms (cumulative relaxation allowed with only one category).
- Candidates seeking age relaxation must submit necessary certificates during the interview or document verification.
Educational Qualifications (as on 21.07.2025):
- A Degree (Graduation) in any discipline from a recognized University or equivalent qualification.
- Candidates with CGPA/OGPA must convert it to percentage as per university criteria and provide documentary proof during interview/document verification.
Credit History:
- Candidates must maintain a healthy credit history at the time of joining, as per the policies of participating banks.
- Candidates with unupdated CIBIL or similar agency scores must update or provide a No Objection Certificate (NOC) before joining.
Reservation for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD):
- Eligible under Section 34 of the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016.
- Categories include:
  - Visual Impairment (VI): Blindness or Low Vision (as defined in the document).
  - Hearing Impaired (HI): Deaf or Hard of Hearing (70 dB hearing loss or more).
  - Locomotor Disability: Including cerebral palsy, leprosy cured, dwarfism, etc., with minimum 40% impairment.
  - Intellectual Disability (ID): Autism, specific learning disability, mental illness with minimum 40% disability.
- Candidates with less than 40% disability but difficulty in writing may also be eligible for scribe services with compensatory time.

Vacancies

Indicative vacancies for 2026-27 are listed in Annexure I (not fully provided in the document).
Categories include SC, ST, OBC, EWS, UR, and PwBD.
Vacancies are tentative and subject to change based on participating banks’ requirements and Government directives.

Application Process

Mode of Application: Online only via the official IBPS website www.ibps.in.
Application Period: 01.07.2025 to 21.07.2025 (both dates inclusive).
Application Fee/Intimation Charges:
- SC/ST/PwBD: ₹175/- (inclusive of GST)
- All others: ₹850/- (inclusive of GST)
- Bank transaction charges to be borne by the candidate.
Payment Mode: Online via Debit Cards (RuPay/Visa/MasterCard/Maestro), Credit Cards, Internet Banking, IMPS, Cash Cards/Mobile Wallets, UPI.
Steps to Apply:
- Visit www.ibps.in and register using a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Upload required documents:
  - Photograph (4.5 cm x 3.5 cm, 20–50 KB, JPG/JPEG).
  - Live photograph (captured via webcam/mobile during registration).
  - Signature (10–20 KB, JPG/JPEG).
  - Left thumb impression (20–50 KB, JPG/JPEG).
  - Hand-written declaration (50–100 KB, JPG/JPEG, in English, not in capital letters, text: “I, _______ (Name of the candidate), 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.”).
  - SSC/SSLC/10th standard or equivalent certificate.
  - Certificate for PwBD candidates (if applicable, as per Clause J(ix)).
- Pay the application fee and submit the form.
- Take a printout of the e-receipt and application form.
Important Notes:
- No changes allowed after clicking “COMPLETE REGISTRATION FORM.”
- Candidates must ensure uploaded documents meet specifications (Annexure III).
- Incomplete applications or unsuccessful fee payments will be rejected.
- Candidates must retain the same email ID and mobile number until the process concludes.

Selection Process

The selection process comprises three stages:

Online Preliminary Examination:
- Structure:
  - English Language: 30 questions, 30 marks, 20 minutes, English medium.
  - Quantitative Aptitude: 35 questions, 35 marks, 20 minutes, English/Hindi medium.
  - Reasoning Ability: 35 questions, 35 marks, 20 minutes, English/Hindi medium.
  - Total: 100 questions, 100 marks, 60 minutes.
- Candidates must qualify in each test by securing minimum cut-off marks (decided by IBPS).
- Adequate candidates are shortlisted for the Main Examination based on requirements.
Online Main Examination:
- Structure: Objective (details not fully provided in the document) and Descriptive tests.
- Marks: Only Main Exam marks are considered for shortlisting for interview and final merit listing.
- Candidates must qualify in both objective and descriptive sections.
- Scores are normalized using the equi-percentile method for multi-session exams.
Common Interview:
- Conducted by participating banks and coordinated by the Nodal Bank in each State/UT/Region.
- Candidates shortlisted from the Main Exam are called for interviews.
- Candidates must bring valid documents (listed below) and the authenticated Preliminary Exam call letter with ID proof.
- Final merit list is based on Main Exam scores and interview performance.

Document Verification

Required Documents (to be uploaded and presented at interview):
- Valid call letter for Preliminary and Main Exams.
- Photo identity proof (Aadhaar, PAN, Voter ID, etc., matching the application form).
- SSC/SSLC/10th standard or equivalent certificate.
- Graduation marksheets and degree certificate (with CGPA conversion proof, if applicable).
- Caste certificate (SC/ST/OBC Non-Creamy Layer, issued on or after 01.04.2025).
- EWS Income and Asset Certificate (valid for 2025-26, based on 2024-25 financial year).
- Disability certificate (for PwBD, issued by District Medical Board).
- Scribe declaration form (if applicable).
- Ex-Servicemen: Service records and NOC.
Note: Failure to produce valid documents leads to cancellation of candidature. OBC candidates in the creamy layer must apply as General.

Provisional Allotment

Based on merit-cum-preference, considering Main Exam and interview scores.
Allotment to participating banks is final; no change requests are entertained.
Candidates may be posted anywhere in India or abroad as per bank discretion.
Vacancies are indicative and subject to change based on participating banks’ reports.
Reserved category candidates selected under General norms are treated as General but must provide caste certificates.

Examination Centres

Tentative list provided in Annexure II (not fully included in the document).
Preliminary and Main Exams are conducted at various centres across India.
IBPS reserves the right to cancel or add centres or allot candidates to any centre.
Candidates bear their own expenses and risks for appearing at the allotted centre.

Guidelines for PwBD Candidates

Scribe Usage:
- Allowed for VI, locomotor disability (40%+ impairment), and ID candidates as per Government guidelines.
- Candidates must indicate scribe requirement during online application.
- Scribe must not be a candidate for CRP-PO/MT-XV, and their qualification should not exceed the candidate’s.
- Violation leads to cancellation of candidature for both candidate and scribe.
Compensatory Time:
- 20 minutes per hour for PwBD candidates (VI, locomotor disability, ID with 40%+ impairment).
- Candidates with less than 40% disability but difficulty in writing also get compensatory time.
- Must be registered during application for system-based concessions.
Magnified Font: Available for PwBD candidates (not using scribes) with 40%+ disability.

General Instructions

Call Letters:
- Download from www.ibps.in using Registration Number and Password/Date of Birth.
- No hard copies sent by post/courier.
- Candidates using scribes must fill and bring the scribe declaration form.
Biometric Verification:
- Right thumb impression (or other fingers/toes if injured) captured during exams.
- Candidates must ensure clean, dry fingers (no ink/mehndi).
- Refusal or mismatch leads to cancellation.
Prohibited Items:
- Electronic devices, calculators, books, metallic items, eatables, etc., are banned in exam venues.
- Violation leads to cancellation and potential legal action.
Misconduct:
- Unfair means, impersonation, or misbehavior results in disqualification and debarment.
- IBPS may share debarred candidates’ details with other agencies.
- Governed by “The Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act, 2024.”
Aadhaar Verification:
- Candidates must possess a valid Aadhaar card for verification during the process.
Signature and Photograph:
- Must match across call letter, attendance sheet, and application.
- Capital letter signatures or unclear photos lead to disqualification.
Application Tips:
- Apply early to avoid server issues.
- Verify details before final submission; no changes allowed post-submission.
- Retain printouts of e-receipt and application form.
Disputes: English version of the notification prevails.

Important Dates

Online Registration: 01.07.2025 to 21.07.2025
Preliminary Exam: Dates to be announced in call letters
Main Exam: Dates to be announced in call letters
Interview: Notified via call letters
Provisional Allotment: Based on vacancies for 2026-27
Updates: Check www.ibps.in regularly

Why Apply?

Career Stability: Permanent role in reputed Public Sector Banks.
Professional Growth: Opportunities for promotions and diverse banking roles.
National Service: Contribute to India’s financial ecosystem.

Important Links

Official Website: www.ibps.in
Apply Online: Click here
Official Notification: Click here

Key Notes

IBPS reserves the right to modify/cancel the process or reallot banks.
Candidates must ensure eligibility and document authenticity; false information leads to disqualification, even post-joining.
No responsibility for non-receipt of email/SMS due to technical issues.
Candidates debarred from previous IBPS exams must comply with restrictions.

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