The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has released the notification for the Common Recruitment Process (CRP) Clerk XVI (Customer Service Associate) Recruitment 2026. Interested candidates can apply online from 01 August 2026 to 21 August 2026. Check the official notification for eligibility, selection process, age limit, pay scale, required documents, and other important details.
IBPS Clerk XVI Recruitment 2026
Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has released the official recruitment notification for the Common Recruitment Process for Clerical Cadre (IBPS Clerk XVI / 16th Exam 2026) across participating public sector banks. Eligible candidates holding a Bachelor’s Degree can submit their online applications from 01/08/2026 to 21/08/2026 via the official portal.
General Recruitment Overview
| Conducting Body | Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | IBPS CRP Clerks XVI (16th Batch) 2026 |
| Post Title | Clerk / Clerical Staff |
| Total Vacancies | 11,403 Posts |
| Participating Banks | Bank of Baroda, Canara Bank, Indian Overseas Bank, UCO Bank, Bank of India, Central Bank of India, Punjab National Bank, Union Bank of India, Bank of Maharashtra, Indian Bank, Punjab & Sind Bank, etc. |
| Official Gateway | ibps.in |
| Naukri Disha Gateway | naukridisha.com |
- General / OBC / EWS Category: тВ╣850/-
- SC / ST / PH Category: тВ╣175/-
- Payment Modes: Pay the examination fee online via Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, Mobile Wallet, or Cash Cards.
Timeline Milestones
| Event Milestone | Schedule / Dates |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | 01/08/2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 21/08/2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 21/08/2026 |
| Correction Window | As per Schedule |
| Pre-Exam Training (PET) | September 2026 |
| Online Prelims Exam Date | October 2026 |
| Prelims Admit Card Availability | Before Exam |
| Prelims Result Declaration | November 2026 |
| Mains Exam Date | December 2026 |
Qualifications & Post Details
| Post Name | Total Vacancies | Minimum Qualification Requirements |
|---|---|---|
| Clerk (CRP XVI) | 11,403 | Bachelor Degree in Any Stream from a Recognized University in India. Computer literacy/knowledge is required as per bank guidelines. |
- Minimum Age Limit: 20 Years
- Maximum Age Limit: 28 Years
- Age Relaxation: Applicable as per IBPS Clerk CRP CSA 16th Batch 2026 Recruitment Rules for reserved categories.
State Wise Vacancy Details
| State / UT | Vacancies | State / UT | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|
| Andaman & Nicobar | 18 | Andhra Pradesh | 186 |
| Arunachal Pradesh | 45 | Assam | 349 |
| Bihar | 491 | Chandigarh | 20 |
| Chhattisgarh | 265 | Dadra & Nagar Haveli | 18 |
| Delhi NCT | 415 | Goa | 61 |
| Gujarat | 698 | Haryana | 196 |
| Himachal Pradesh | 97 | Jammu & Kashmir | 67 |
| Jharkhand | 182 | Karnataka | 1414 |
| Kerala | 108 | Lakshadweep | 11 |
| Madhya Pradesh | 570 | Maharashtra | 1051 |
| Manipur | 42 | Meghalaya | 22 |
| Mizoram | 17 | Nagaland | 31 |
| Odisha | 337 | Puducherry | 26 |
| Punjab | 481 | Rajasthan | 392 |
| Sikkim | 28 | Tamil Nadu | 675 |
| Telangana | 191 | Tripura | 64 |
| Uttar Pradesh | 1731 | Uttarakhand | 145 |
| West Bengal | 946 | Daman & Diu | 07 |
| Ladakh | 06 | Total Vacancies | 11,403 |
Step-By-Step Application Guidelines
- Visit the official IBPS portal or navigate directly via naukridisha.com.
- Read the detailed IBPS Clerk XVI official notification carefully before applying.
- Click on “New Registration” to fill in your basic details, contact number, and email ID.
- Live Photo Upload Instruction: Candidates are required to upload a recent photograph as well as capture/upload a live photo via Webcam at the time of online application.
- Upload scanned documents including Photograph, Signature, Left Thumb Impression, and Hand Written Declaration according to the specified dimensions.
- Carefully review the filled form details on the preview page before final submission.
- Pay the required application fee using any online payment mode.
- Download and save/print the final application confirmation page for future reference.
Quick Useful Action Links
| Apply Online (IBPS Portal) | Click Here |
| Download Official Notification | Download PDF |
| Official IBPS Gateway | IBPS Official Website |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1. What are the key application dates for IBPS Clerk XVI Recruitment 2026?
Online applications open on 01 August 2026 and close on 21 August 2026.
2. How many total vacancies are announced for IBPS Clerk 16th Exam 2026?
A total of 11,403 vacancies have been released state-wise across participating public sector banks.
3. Is a live photo webcam upload mandatory during the application process?
Yes, IBPS requires candidates to upload a recent photograph as well as capture/upload a live photo through a webcam during the form submission.
