Are you dreaming of a stable, prestigious, and high-growth career in the Indian banking sector? The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has officially released the CRP PO/MT-XV Notification 2025 for the recruitment of Probationary Officers (PO) / Management Trainees (MT) for the vacancies projected in 2026–27.
This is a golden opportunity for graduates across India to enter the dynamic world of public sector banking and work with top-tier institutions like Canara Bank, Bank of Baroda, PNB, Union Bank of India, and many others.
Read on to know the total vacancies, eligibility criteria, exam pattern, important dates, application process, and more.
IBPS PO Notification 2025 Overview
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) |
| Post Name | Probationary Officer (PO) / Management Trainee (MT) |
| Recruitment Cycle | CRP PO/MT-XV |
| Total Vacancies | 5208 (Indicative) |
| Participating Banks | 11+ Public Sector Banks |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | www.ibps.in |
| Exam Mode | Online (CBT – Preliminary & Mains) |
IBPS PO 2025 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Registration | 1st July 2025 to 21st July 2025 |
| PET (Pre-Exam Training) | August 2025 |
| Preliminary Exam | August 2025 |
| Prelims Result | September 2025 |
| Main Exam | October 2025 |
| Main Result | November 2025 |
| Interview | December 2025 – January 2026 |
| Provisional Allotment | Jan/Feb 2026 |
Participating Banks & Vacancy Details
| Bank Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Bank of Baroda | 1000 |
| Bank of India | 700 |
| Bank of Maharashtra | 1000 |
| Canara Bank | 1000 |
| Central Bank of India | 500 |
| Indian Overseas Bank | 450 |
| Punjab National Bank | 200 |
| Punjab & Sind Bank | 358 |
| Others (NR) | Remaining |
Category-Wise Vacancies
- UR: 2204
- OBC: 1337
- SC: 782
- ST: 365
- EWS: 520
PwBD Quota also available as per norms (HI, VI, OC, ID categories).
Eligibility Criteria for IBPS PO 2025
Nationality
- Indian Citizens
- NRIs with eligibility certificate from GoI (Nepal, Bhutan, Tibetan Refugees, PIOs from specific countries)
Educational Qualification (As on 21.07.2025)
- Graduation in any stream from a recognized university.
- Must have valid mark sheet/degree certificate.
- Final year students awaiting results are not eligible.
Age Limit (As on 01.07.2025)
- Min Age: 20 years
- Max Age: 30 years
- Born between: 2nd July 1995 – 1st July 2005
Age Relaxation
- SC/ST – 5 years
- OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) – 3 years
- PwBD – 10 years
- Ex-servicemen/SSCO – 5 years
IBPS PO Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| SC/ST/PwBD | ₹175/- |
| General/OBC/EWS | ₹850/- |
Fee payment is online via Debit/Credit/Net Banking/UPI.
IBPS PO 2025 Exam Pattern
Stage 1: Preliminary Exam
| Section | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| English | 30 | 30 | 20 mins |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 35 | 35 | 20 mins |
| Reasoning Ability | 35 | 35 | 20 mins |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 60 mins |
- Cut-off sectional & overall
- Negative marking: 0.25 per wrong answer
Stage 2: Main Examination
Objective Paper
| Section | Questions | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reasoning | 40 | 60 | 50 mins |
| Banking/Economy Awareness | 35 | 50 | 25 mins |
| English | 35 | 40 | 40 mins |
| Data Interpretation | 35 | 50 | 45 mins |
Descriptive Paper
- Essay & Letter Writing – 2 questions, 25 marks, 30 mins
Stage 3: Interview
- Conducted by Participating Banks
- Weightage: Mains (80%) + Interview (20%)
- Minimum Qualifying Marks: 40% (35% for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD)
Final Selection & Provisional Allotment
- Final merit is calculated based on Mains + Interview.
- Candidates allotted to banks based on merit, preferences & category.
- Validity of CRP PO/MT-XV: One year from provisional allotment.
Documents Required
- Aadhaar, PAN, or Passport for ID
- Graduation Certificate/Marksheet
- Caste/EWS Certificate (if applicable)
- Disability Certificate (PwBD)
- Ex-Serviceman Certificate (if applicable)
- Experience/NOC from employer
- Proof of DOB, Photo, Signature, Thumb Impression, Declaration
Biometric and photo verification will be conducted.
How to Apply for IBPS PO 2025?
- Go to https://www.ibps.in
- Click on “CRP PO/MT-XV” and hit Apply Online
- Register with basic details and upload the required documents:
- Photo (20–50kb), Signature (10–20kb), Thumb Impression, Handwritten Declaration
- Fill application form carefully
- Pay the fee and submit
- Take print of e-receipt & form
Note: Multiple registrations will be rejected. Use only one valid application.
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Key Instructions
- Read notification thoroughly before applying
- Use updated browser for registration
- Don’t wait for the last date
- Follow photo/signature size & format
- IBPS decisions are final in all matters
Direct Links
FAQ – IBPS PO Recruitment 2025
Q1. What is the last date to apply for IBPS PO 2025?
21st July 2025
Q2. Can final-year students apply?
No. Graduation must be completed on or before 21.07.2025.
Q3. Is there any interview in the IBPS PO recruitment?
Yes. Shortlisted candidates after Mains will appear for Interview.
Q4. Will there be a penalty for wrong answers?
Yes, 0.25 mark will be deducted for every wrong answer in objective papers.
Q5. What is the total number of vacancies?
5208
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