IBPS Clerk Recruitment 2026: Registration Open for 11,403 Posts
The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has opened online applications for the recruitment of Clerks for the 2026 cycle. This recruitment drive aims to fill 11,403 vacancies across 11 public sector banks. Eligible candidates can apply from August 1, 2026, to August 21, 2026, through the official IBPS website at ibps.in.
As per the official notification, applicants must hold a bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognised university. The age limit is between 20 and 28 years. However, age relaxation is applicable to reserved category candidates as per government norms. Candidates are advised to verify their eligibility before applying to avoid any issues later.
The application process is entirely online. Candidates need to visit the IBPS website, locate the registration link for the Clerk recruitment, and register with a valid email ID and mobile number. After registration, they must fill in the application form with accurate personal and educational details, upload scanned copies of their photograph and signature, pay the application fee, and submit the form. A confirmation page will be generated, and candidates should download and preserve it for future reference.
The application fee is non-refundable and must be paid online. Candidates in the General and Other Backward Classes (OBC) categories are required to pay Rs 850. For Scheduled Caste (SC), Scheduled Tribe (ST), and Persons with Disability (PwD) candidates, the fee is Rs 175. Applications submitted without the fee will not be considered.
The participating banks in this recruitment are Bank of India, Central Bank of India, Punjab National Bank, Union Bank of India, Bank of Maharashtra, Indian Bank, Punjab & Sind Bank, Bank of Baroda, Canara Bank, Indian Overseas Bank, and UCO Bank. Selected candidates will be posted to these banks based on their preferences and the availability of vacancies.
The selection process consists of three stages: the Preliminary examination, the Mains examination, and a Local Language Proficiency Test. The Preliminary exam is scheduled for October 10 and 11, 2026. Candidates who qualify in the prelims will be eligible to appear for the Mains exam, which is tentatively scheduled for December 27, 2026. The Local Language Proficiency Test will be conducted as per the requirements of the respective banks, and failing this test may lead to disqualification.
All updates regarding the recruitment, including exam schedules, admit cards, and results, will be available on the IBPS official website. Candidates are strongly encouraged to read the detailed notification PDF available on the website to understand the complete eligibility criteria, vacancy distribution, and other terms and conditions. It is advisable to keep the application details and login credentials safe for future correspondence.
