IBPS PO Admit Card 2026: Prelims Call Letter Status
1. Quick Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) |
| Recruitment | CRP PO/MT-XVI (Probationary Officer / Management Trainee) |
| Reported Vacancies | 7,565 (some portals list 7,365 — see note in Section 9) |
| PET Admit Card | Released 10 August 2026 |
| Prelims Admit Card | Expected 2nd week of August 2026 |
| Prelims Exam Date | 22 & 23 August 2026 |
| Mains Exam Date | 4 October 2026 (tentative) |
| Login Credentials | Registration/Roll Number + Password/DOB |
| Official Website | ibps.in |
2. Release Timeline — What's Out and What's Pending
A lot of candidates message me asking why their friend has an admit card and they don't. Here's why: IBPS doesn't release everything on one day.
| Document | Who It's For | Status |
|---|---|---|
| PET Admit Card | SC/ST/OBC/Minority candidates who opted for Pre-Exam Training | Released — 10 Aug 2026 |
| Prelims Call Letter | All registered candidates | Expected shortly, before 22 Aug |
| Mains Admit Card | Prelims-qualified candidates only | Expected late September 2026 |
| Interview Call Letter | Mains-qualified candidates only | Expected after Mains result |
3. PET Admit Card vs Prelims Admit Card — Don't Confuse the Two
These are two separate documents and people mix them up every year.
| Point | PET Admit Card | Prelims Admit Card |
|---|---|---|
| Who needs it | Only SC/ST/OBC/Minority who ticked the PET option | Every candidate appearing for the exam |
| Purpose | Access to free pre-exam coaching material | Entry into the actual Prelims exam hall |
| Carry to exam hall? | No | Yes, mandatory with photo ID |
4. How to Download the IBPS PO Admit Card
- Go to the official portal — ibps.in
- Click on "CRP PO/MT-XVI" on the homepage
- Select the relevant call letter link (PET or Prelims, whichever applies to you)
- Enter your Registration Number/Roll Number
- Enter your Password or Date of Birth
- Fill the captcha and click login
- Your admit card will show up on screen — download it as a PDF
- Print at least two copies. Don't wait until the night before the exam to find out your printer is out of ink.
5. Admit Card Not Downloading? Try This
| Problem | What To Do |
|---|---|
| "Invalid credentials" error | Double-check your DOB format (usually DDMMYYYY) and try both password and DOB login options |
| Forgot registration number | Use the "Forgot Registration Number/Password" link on the login page — a reset link goes to your registered email/mobile |
| Site not loading / timing out | Try during off-peak hours (early morning) — IBPS servers get overloaded in the first day or two after release |
| Link shows "inactive" | The call letter genuinely hasn't been released yet for your category — this isn't a browser issue |
6. Details Printed on the Admit Card
| Personal Details | Exam Details |
|---|---|
| Candidate name, roll number, registration number | Exam date and shift timing |
| Photograph and signature | Exam centre name and address |
| Category and date of birth | Reporting time |
| – | Exam-day instructions |
Check every single field the day you download it, not the morning of the exam. If your photo is blurred or your name is spelled wrong, you want time to raise it with IBPS before you're standing outside the test centre.
7. IBPS PO Prelims Exam Pattern 2026
| Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| English Language | 30 | 30 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 35 | 35 |
| Reasoning Ability | 35 | 35 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
8. Documents to Carry — Valid vs Invalid ID Proof
| ✅ Accepted | ❌ Not Accepted |
|---|---|
| Aadhaar Card | Ration Card |
| PAN Card | Learner's Driving Licence |
| Passport | – |
| Voter ID Card | – |
| Permanent Driving Licence | – |
| Employee ID (original) | – |
Carry Aadhaar even if you're bringing another ID — if the centre does an Aadhaar-based biometric check, you'll need it on hand regardless of what else you carry.
9. About the Vacancy Number
10. Exam Day Instructions
- Reach the centre at least 60–90 minutes before reporting time — security checks take longer than you'd expect
- Carry the printed admit card and one valid original photo ID
- No mobile phones, smartwatches, calculators, or Bluetooth devices allowed inside
- Biometric verification (fingerprint/photo capture) is part of entry, not optional
- The name and photo on your ID must match the admit card exactly — nicknames or maiden-name mismatches cause real problems at the gate
11. IBPS PO Selection Process 2026
Three stages, and only the last two count toward your final score.
- Prelims: Qualifying only. Your Prelims marks don't carry forward — clearing the cutoff just books your seat for Mains.
- Mains: This score forms the bulk of your final merit.
- Interview: Combined with Mains score for the final selection list.
12. Official & Important Links
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Website | ibps.in |
| Latest Government Jobs 2026 | Browse Latest Jobs |
| Bank Exam Notifications 2026 | Click here |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q. 1. Has the IBPS PO Prelims Admit Card 2026 been released?
A: As of the latest update, the PET admit card is out. The general Prelims call letter is expected shortly, before the 22–23 August exam.
Q. 2. What is the IBPS PO PET Admit Card, and do I need it?
A: It's only for SC/ST/OBC/Minority candidates who opted for Pre-Exam Training in their application. If you didn't opt for PET, this admit card doesn't apply to you.
Q. 3. When is the IBPS PO Prelims Exam 2026?
A: 22 and 23 August 2026.
Q. 4. How do I download the IBPS PO Admit Card?
A: Log in at ibps.in under CRP PO/MT-XVI using your registration/roll number and password or date of birth.
Q. 5. What if I forget my registration number or password?
A: Use the "Forgot Registration Number/Password" link on the login page — a reset will be sent to your registered mobile or email.
Q. 6. Which ID proofs are accepted at the exam centre?
A: Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Passport, Voter ID, permanent Driving Licence, or original Employee ID.
Q. 7. Which ID proofs are NOT accepted?
A: Ration Card and Learner's Driving Licence are not valid.
Q. 8. What is the IBPS PO Prelims exam pattern?
A: 100 questions across English (30), Quantitative Aptitude (35), and Reasoning (35), for 100 marks total, in 60 minutes with sectional timing.
Q. 9. Is there negative marking in the Prelims exam?
A: Yes, 0.25 marks are deducted for each wrong answer.
Q. 10. Do Prelims marks count toward the final selection?
A: No. Prelims is qualifying only — your final merit is based on Mains and Interview scores.
Q. 11. When will the IBPS PO Mains Admit Card be released?
A: It's expected only for candidates who clear Prelims, likely in late September 2026, ahead of the tentative 4 October Mains exam.
Q. 12. How many vacancies are there in IBPS PO CRP PO/MT-XVI 2026?
A: Reports vary between 7,365 and 7,565 — check the official notification PDF on ibps.in for the confirmed figure.
Q. 13. What should I check on my admit card after downloading it?
A: Your name, photograph, exam date, reporting time, and exam centre address — report any mismatch to IBPS before the exam.
Q. 14. Are mobile phones allowed inside the exam centre?
A: No. Mobile phones, smartwatches, calculators, and Bluetooth devices are all prohibited.
Q. 15. Is biometric verification done at the IBPS PO exam centre?
A: Yes, candidates undergo biometric verification as part of entry to the exam hall.
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