The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has released the latest updates for the Probationary Officer (PO) / Management Trainee (MT-XVI) Recruitment 2026. Candidates who successfully enrolled for the IBPS PO/MT-XVI examination can check the latest information regarding the Mains Admit Card, Prelims Result, examination dates and recruitment process.
A total of 7,365 Probationary Officer / Management Trainee vacancies are available under this recruitment drive. The online application process was conducted from 01 July 2026 to 26 July 2026.
Candidates can check the complete details below, including important dates, application fee, age limit, educational qualification, category-wise vacancies, bank-wise vacancies, selection process and important links.
IBPS PO / MT-XVI 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Organization | Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) |
| Recruitment | Common Recruitment Process – PO / MT-XVI |
| Post | Probationary Officer / Management Trainee |
| Total Vacancies | 7,365 Posts |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start | 01/07/2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 26/07/2026 |
| Preliminary Examination | August 2026 |
| Prelims Result | 23/09/2026 |
| Mains Examination | October 2026 |
| Mains Result | November 2026 |
| Official Website | IBPS Official Website |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Begin | 01 July 2026 |
| Last Date for Online Application | 26 July 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 26 July 2026 |
| Correction Window | 29–30 July 2026 |
| PO Prelims Examination | August 2026 |
| PET Admit Card | 10 August 2026 |
| Prelims Admit Card | Before Examination |
| Prelims Result | 23 September 2026 |
| PO Mains Examination | October 2026 |
| Mains Result | November 2026 |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / EWS / OBC | ₹850 |
| SC / ST / PH | ₹175 |
The examination fee can be paid through the available online or offline payment modes during the application process.
IBPS PO / MT-XVI Age Limit
The age limit is calculated as on 01 July 2026.
- Minimum Age: 20 Years
- Maximum Age: 30 Years
- Age relaxation will be provided to eligible reserved categories as per IBPS recruitment rules.
IBPS PO / MT-XVI Educational Qualification
Candidates applying for the Probationary Officer / Management Trainee post must have:
- Bachelor’s Degree in any stream from a recognized university or institution in India.
Candidates should ensure that they fulfill all educational requirements before applying.
IBPS PO / MT-XVI Vacancy Details
The recruitment includes a total of 7,365 Probationary Officer / Management Trainee posts.
| Post Name | Total Posts | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Probationary Officer / Management Trainee | 7,365 | Bachelor’s Degree in Any Stream |
Category-Wise Vacancy
| Post | UR | OBC | EWS | SC | ST | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PO / MT-XVI | 2,936 | 2,015 | 721 | 1,131 | 562 | 7,365 |
IBPS PO / MT-XVI Bank-Wise Vacancy
The vacancies are distributed among participating public sector banks as follows:
| Participating Bank | UR | EWS | OBC | SC | ST | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bank of Baroda (BOB) | 770 | 190 | 513 | 285 | 142 | 1,900 |
| Bank of India (BOI) | 203 | 50 | 135 | 75 | 37 | 500 |
| Bank of Maharashtra (BOM) | 446 | 110 | 297 | 165 | 82 | 1,100 |
| Canara Bank | 608 | 150 | 405 | 225 | 112 | 1,500 |
| Central Bank of India | 203 | 50 | 135 | 75 | 37 | 500 |
| Indian Bank | 217 | 52 | 199 | 122 | 60 | 650 |
| Indian Overseas Bank (IOB) | 223 | 54 | 148 | 84 | 41 | 550 |
| Punjab National Bank (PNB) | 204 | 50 | 136 | 76 | 38 | 504 |
| Punjab & Sind Bank | 62 | 15 | 47 | 24 | 13 | 161 |
IBPS PO / MT-XVI Selection Process
Candidates are required to qualify the different stages of the IBPS PO recruitment process.
The selection process generally includes:
- Preliminary Examination
- Main Examination
- Interview
- Final Merit / Provisional Allotment
Candidates must qualify the required stages to proceed further in the recruitment process. The final selection is based on the applicable IBPS recruitment rules and merit.
IBPS PO Prelims Result 2026
The IBPS PO / MT-XVI Preliminary Result is scheduled to be available from 23 September 2026 as per the supplied recruitment information.
Candidates can check their result by logging into the IBPS portal using their registration/login credentials.
How to Check IBPS PO Prelims Result
- Visit the IBPS result portal.
- Open the PO/MT-XVI result link.
- Enter the required login details.
- Submit the information.
- The result/score details will appear on the screen.
- Download and save the result for future reference.
IBPS PO Mains Admit Card 2026
Candidates who have qualified the Preliminary Examination can download the IBPS PO Mains Admit Card 2026 through the official recruitment portal.
The Mains examination is scheduled for October 2026.
The admit card is expected to contain important details such as:
- Candidate name
- Roll number
- Registration number
- Examination date
- Examination centre
- Reporting time
- Exam shift
- Important instructions
Candidates should carefully check all information printed on the admit card before appearing for the examination.
How to Download IBPS PO Mains Admit Card 2026
Candidates can follow these steps:
- Visit the official IBPS recruitment portal.
- Open the IBPS PO/MT-XVI Mains Admit Card link.
- Enter your registration number or roll number.
- Enter the required password/date of birth.
- Submit the login details.
- Your Mains admit card will appear on the screen.
- Download the admit card.
- Take a clear printout for the examination.
How to Apply for IBPS PO / MT-XVI 2026
The online application process was conducted from 01 July 2026 to 26 July 2026.
Candidates applying during the application period were required to:
- Visit the official IBPS website.
- Open the PO/MT-XVI recruitment section.
- Complete the registration process.
- Enter personal and educational details.
- Upload the required photograph, signature and documents.
- Carefully verify all information.
- Pay the applicable examination fee.
- Submit the application form.
- Save the registration details.
- Take a printout of the submitted application for future reference.
Documents Required
Candidates should keep the following documents and details ready:
- Bachelor’s Degree / educational qualification details
- Valid identity proof
- Address details
- Recent passport-size photograph
- Signature
- Category certificate, where applicable
- Other documents specified in the official notification
IBPS PO / MT-XVI 2026 Important Links
| Particulars | Link |
|---|---|
| Download Mains Admit Card | Click Here |
| Download Pre Score Card | Click Here |
| Download Prelims Result | Click Here |
| Download Pre Admit Card | Click Here |
| Download PET Admit Card | Click Here |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Correction Form Notice | Download Notice |
| Form Filling Hindi Video | Watch Video |
| Vacancy Increase Notice | Download Notice |
| IBPS PO / MT-XVI Notification | Download Notification |
| IBPS Official Website | Visit Official Website |
Frequently Asked Questions – IBPS PO / MT-XVI 2026
It is the 16th Common Recruitment Process conducted by IBPS for the selection of Probationary Officers and Management Trainees in participating public sector banks.
A total of 7,365 vacancies are available.
The online application process started on 01 July 2026.
The last date to submit the application was 26 July 2026.
Candidates must be between 20 and 30 years of age as on 01 July 2026, subject to applicable relaxation.
Candidates must have a Bachelor’s Degree in any stream from a recognized university or institution.
Important Note
Candidates who have qualified for the Mains stage should carefully check the IBPS PO Mains Admit Card 2026 for the examination date, reporting time, centre address, shift and other instructions.
Candidates should carry the required documents and valid identity proof to the examination centre. For the latest updates regarding IBPS PO / MT-XVI Recruitment 2026, candidates should regularly check the official IBPS website.
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