The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has released the official notification (Advt No. CRP CSA‑XVI) for Clerk Recruitment 2026. A total of 11,403 vacancies are available across India. Eligible candidates with a Graduation degree, Computer Literacy, and Local Language Proficiency can apply online through the official IBPS portal. 

The last date to submit applications is 21 August 2026. 

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IBPS Clerk Recruitment 2026 – Overview 

Particular	Details
Organization	Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS)
Post Name	Clerk XVI (Customer Service Associate)
Total Vacancies	11,403
Qualification	Any Graduate + Computer Literacy + Local Language Proficiency
Job Location	All India
Application Mode	Online
Last Date to Apply	21 August 2026
Official Website	ibps.in

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Vacancy Details 

• Post: Clerk / Customer Service Associate (CSA) 

• Total Vacancies: 11,403 

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Eligibility Criteria 

• Educational Qualification: 

• Graduation in any discipline from a recognized university. 

• Computer Literacy is mandatory (Certificate/Diploma/Degree OR Computer/IT subject in school/college). 

• Local Language Proficiency required. 

• Ex‑Servicemen: Matriculate with Army Special Certificate of Education or equivalent after 15 years of service. 

• Age Limit (as on 01.08.2026): 

• Minimum: 20 years 

• Maximum: 28 years 

• Born between 02.08.1998 and 01.08.2006. 

• Relaxations: 

• SC/ST: +5 years 

• OBC (NCL): +3 years 

• PwBD: +10 years 

• Ex‑Servicemen: Service period + 3 years (max 50 years) 

• Widows/Divorced Women: Up to 35 years (Gen/EWS), 38 years (OBC), 40 years (SC/ST). 

• Pay Scale: 

• Basic Pay: ₹24,050 – ₹64,480 (with increments as per IBPS rules). 

• Eligible for allowances & perquisites as per participating banks. 

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Selection Process 

The selection procedure includes: 

1. Online Preliminary Examination 

1. English Language: 30 Qs, 30 Marks, 20 min 

2. Numerical Ability: 35 Qs, 35 Marks, 20 min 

3. Reasoning Ability: 35 Qs, 35 Marks, 20 min 

4. Total: 100 Qs, 100 Marks, 60 min 

2. Online Main Examination 

1. General/Financial Awareness: 40 Qs, 50 Marks, 20 min 

2. General English: 40 Qs, 40 Marks, 35 min 

3. Reasoning Ability: 40 Qs, 60 Marks, 35 min 

4. Quantitative Aptitude: 40 Qs, 50 Marks, 35 min 

5. Total: 160 Qs, 200 Marks, 125 min 

3. Local Language Proficiency Test (LLPT) – Qualifying in nature. 

4. Provisional Allotment – Based on merit, preference, and reservation rules. 

👉 Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted for each wrong answer. 

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Application Fee 

Category	Fee
SC/ST/PwBD/ESM/DESM	₹175 (incl. GST)
General/OBC/EWS	₹850 (incl. GST)
Edit Window Correction Fee	₹200 (incl. GST)

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Important Dates 

Event	Date
Online Application Start	01 August 2026
Last Date to Apply	21 August 2026
Preliminary Exam	October 2026
Main Exam	November 2026
Provisional Allotment	March 2027

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How to Apply Online 

1. Visit the IBPS official website – ibps.in. 

2. Click on CRP CSA XVI Apply Online. 

3. Register with basic details – note down Registration Number & Password. 

4. Upload documents: Photograph, Signature, Thumb Impression, Handwritten Declaration, SSC/SSLC Certificate, etc. 

5. Capture & upload live photo via webcam/mobile. 

6. Fill in details including State/UT preference (irrevocable). 

7. Verify details using “Save & Next” before final submission. 

8. Pay the application fee online (Debit/Credit/Net Banking/UPI). 

9. Print the e‑receipt & application form for future reference. 

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Important Links – IBPS Clerk Recruitment 2026 

• Apply Online [Click here] 

• Download Official Notification [Click here] 

• Short Notification [Click here] 

• IBPS Official Website [Click here] 

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) – IBPS Clerk Recruitment 2026 

How many vacancies are available in IBPS Clerk Recruitment 2026? 

There are 11,403 Clerk XVI (Customer Service Associate) posts available across India. 

What is the last date to apply online? 

The last date to submit the online application form is 21 August 2026. 

What is the eligibility criteria for IBPS Clerk 2026? 

• Educational Qualification: Graduation in any discipline from a recognized university. 

• Computer Literacy: Mandatory (certificate/diploma/degree OR computer/IT subject in school/college). 

• Local Language Proficiency: Required for the state/UT applied. 

• Ex‑Servicemen: Matriculate with Army Special Certificate of Education or equivalent after 15 years of service. 

What is the age limit for IBPS Clerk Recruitment 2026? 

• Minimum: 20 years 

• Maximum: 28 years (as on 01 August 2026) 

• Relaxations: SC/ST – 5 years, OBC – 3 years, PwBD – 10 years, Ex‑Servicemen – service period + 3 years (max 50 years), Widows/Divorced Women – up to 35 years (Gen/EWS), 38 years (OBC), 40 years (SC/ST). 

What is the pay scale for IBPS Clerk 2026? 

The basic pay ranges from ₹24,050 to ₹64,480, with increments and allowances as per participating banks. 

What is the selection process for IBPS Clerk Recruitment 2026? 

1. Preliminary Exam – 100 questions, 100 marks, 60 minutes. 

2. Main Exam – 160 questions, 200 marks, 125 minutes. 

3. Local Language Proficiency Test (LLPT) – qualifying in nature. 

4. Provisional Allotment – based on merit, preference, and reservation rules. 

👉 Negative marking: 0.25 marks deducted for each wrong answer. 

What is the application fee for IBPS Clerk 2026? 

• SC/ST/PwBD/ESM/DESM: ₹175 (incl. GST) 

• General/OBC/EWS: ₹850 (incl. GST) 

• Edit Window Correction Fee: ₹200 (incl. GST) 

When will the IBPS Clerk exams be held? 

• Preliminary Exam: October 2026 

• Main Exam: November 2026 

• Provisional Allotment: March 2027 

How can I apply online for IBPS Clerk Recruitment 2026? 

1. Visit the IBPS official website – ibps.in. 

2. Register with basic details and obtain Registration Number & Password. 

3. Upload required documents (photo, signature, thumb impression, handwritten declaration, certificates). 

4. Fill in details including State/UT preference. 

5. Pay the application fee online. 

6. Print the e‑receipt & application form for future reference.