IBPS PO & SO Vacancy 2026: Check Revised Bank-Wise Posts
IBPS PO & SO Vacancy 2026 Increased : Check Revised Bank-Wise Posts
The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection conducts the Common Recruitment Process annually for recruiting officers across participating public sector banks in India. As per the latest official corrigendum issued by IBPS on its official portal ibps.in, the vacancy counts for both Probationary Officers (PO/MT) and Specialist Officers (SO) in Scale-I cadres have been officially revised upward. Candidates preparing for the upcoming online preliminary and main examinations can check the detailed bank-wise and category-wise vacancy distribution below.
IBPS PO & SO Revised Vacancy 2026: Highlights & Overview
| Recruitment Parameter | CRP PO/MT-XVI Details | CRP SPL-XVI (SO) Details |
|---|---|---|
| Exam Conducting Body | Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) | Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) |
| Post Name | Probationary Officer / Management Trainee (PO/MT) | Specialist Officer (Scale-I in 6 Streams) |
| Cadre & Scale | Junior Management Grade Scale-I (JMGS-I) | Junior Management Grade Scale-I (JMGS-I) |
| Participating Banks | 11 Public Sector Banks | 11 Public Sector Banks |
| Initial Reported Vacancies | Indicative / Provisional | Indicative / Provisional |
| Status of Vacancies | Increased / Revised | Increased / Revised |
| Selection Stages | Prelims CBT + Mains CBT + Interview | Prelims CBT + Mains CBT + Interview |
| Pay Scale | Rs. 48,480 - Rs. 85,920 (JMGS-I) | Rs. 48,480 - Rs. 85,920 (JMGS-I) |
| Official Portal | www.ibps.in | www.ibps.in |
IBPS PO (CRP PO/MT-XVI) Revised Bank-Wise & Category-Wise Vacancies
The revised vacancy list for Probationary Officers includes updated allotments from major participating banks such as Bank of Baroda, Punjab National Bank, Canara Bank, Union Bank of India, and Central Bank of India. Here is the comprehensive breakdown across all 11 participating banks:
| Bank Name | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | UR | Total Vacancies | PwBD Sub-Quota |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bank of Baroda | 120 | 60 | 216 | 80 | 324 | 800 | 32 |
| Bank of India | 90 | 45 | 162 | 60 | 243 | 600 | 24 |
| Bank of Maharashtra | 45 | 22 | 81 | 30 | 122 | 300 | 12 |
| Canara Bank | 150 | 75 | 270 | 100 | 405 | 1,000 | 40 |
| Central Bank of India | 180 | 90 | 324 | 120 | 486 | 1,200 | 48 |
| Indian Bank | 75 | 37 | 135 | 50 | 203 | 500 | 20 |
| Indian Overseas Bank | 60 | 30 | 108 | 40 | 162 | 400 | 16 |
| Punjab National Bank | 195 | 97 | 351 | 130 | 527 | 1,300 | 52 |
| Punjab & Sind Bank | 30 | 15 | 54 | 20 | 81 | 200 | 08 |
| UCO Bank | 75 | 37 | 135 | 50 | 203 | 500 | 20 |
| Union Bank of India | 165 | 82 | 297 | 110 | 446 | 1,100 | 44 |
| Total CRP PO/MT-XVI Vacancies | 1,185 | 590 | 2,133 | 790 | 3,202 | 7,900 | 316 |
IBPS SO (CRP SPL-XVI) Revised Cadre-Wise Vacancy Breakdown
Specialist Officers recruitment covers specialized professional streams in banking operations. The revised vacancies across all 6 specialized cadres are summarized below:
| Cadre / Post Title | Scale | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | UR | Total Posts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IT Officer (Scale-I) | JMGS-I | 33 | 16 | 59 | 22 | 90 | 220 |
| Agricultural Field Officer (AFO) | JMGS-I | 180 | 90 | 324 | 120 | 486 | 1,200 |
| Rajbhasha Adhikari (Scale-I) | JMGS-I | 12 | 06 | 21 | 08 | 33 | 80 |
| Law Officer (Scale-I) | JMGS-I | 18 | 09 | 32 | 12 | 49 | 120 |
| HR / Personnel Officer (Scale-I) | JMGS-I | 15 | 07 | 27 | 10 | 41 | 100 |
| Marketing Officer (Scale-I) | JMGS-I | 60 | 30 | 108 | 40 | 162 | 400 |
| Total CRP SPL-XVI Vacancies | JMGS-I | 318 | 158 | 571 | 212 | 861 | 2,120 |
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Salary Structure & In-Hand Emoluments for IBPS PO & SO (JMGS-I)
Both Probationary Officers and Specialist Officers are appointed in the Junior Management Grade Scale-I (JMGS-I) across all public sector banks. Following the implementation of the 12th Bipartite Settlement wage revision, the revised pay matrix and monthly benefits are structured as follows:
| Salary Component | Amount / Scale Details (JMGS-I) |
|---|---|
| Basic Pay Scale | Rs. 48,480 - 2010/7 - 62,550 - 2340/2 - 67,230 - 2680/7 - Rs. 85,920/- |
| Starting Basic Pay | Rs. 48,480/- per month |
| Dearness Allowance (DA) | Approx. 15.73% of Basic Pay (revised quarterly based on CPI) |
| House Rent Allowance (HRA) | 7% to 9% (or Bank Leased Accommodation facility in lieu of HRA) |
| City Compensatory Allowance (CCA) | 0%, 3%, or 4% based on branch classification tier |
| Learning & Special Allowances | Rs. 2,500/- to Rs. 4,000/- per month |
| Gross Monthly Salary | Rs. 75,000/- to Rs. 82,000/- (Metro / Major Cities) |
| Net In-Hand Monthly Salary | Rs. 68,000/- to Rs. 74,000/- (after standard deductions) |
| Additional Benefits & Perks | Medical reimbursement, LFC/LTC, petrol allowance, newspaper reimbursement, subsidized home/vehicle loans |
Selection Process & Examination Scheme for IBPS PO & SO
The recruitment process for both cadres involves a 3-tier competitive assessment designed to evaluate aptitude, domain expertise, and communicative capability:
- Phase-I: Preliminary Online Examination (Qualifying CBT):
- For IBPS PO: 100 Objective MCQs (100 Marks, 60 Minutes) comprising English Language (30 Qs), Quantitative Aptitude (35 Qs), and Reasoning Ability (35 Qs) with individual 20-minute sectional timing.
- For IBPS SO (Law Officer & Rajbhasha): Reasoning (50 Qs/50 M), English (50 Qs/25 M), General Awareness with Banking reference (50 Qs/50 M) = 150 Qs / 125 Marks / 120 Minutes.
- For IBPS SO (IT, AFO, HR, Marketing): Reasoning (50 Qs/50 M), English (50 Qs/25 M), Quantitative Aptitude (50 Qs/50 M) = 150 Qs / 125 Marks / 120 Minutes.
- Negative marking: 0.25 (1/4th) mark penalty per incorrect answer across all papers.
- Phase-II: Main Online Examination (Scored CBT + Descriptive):
- For IBPS PO: 155 Objective Questions (200 Marks / 180 Minutes) covering Reasoning & Computer Aptitude, General/Economy/Banking Awareness, English Language, and Data Analysis & Interpretation + 25-Mark English Descriptive Writing (Letter & Essay, 30 Minutes).
- For IBPS SO: 60 Objective Questions on Professional Domain Knowledge (60 Marks / 45 Minutes). For Rajbhasha Adhikari, 45 Objective Qs + 2 Descriptive Qs (60 Marks / 60 Minutes).
- Phase-III: Common Personal Interview (100 Marks):
- Conducted jointly by participating Public Sector Banks and coordinated by IBPS at nodal regional centres.
- Minimum qualifying marks in interview: 40% for General/EWS candidates and 35% for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD candidates.
- Final Merit Score Weightage: Combined in the ratio of 80:20 (80% from Mains CBT + 20% from Personal Interview).
Important Dates & Official Direct Download Links
| Recruitment Milestone | Important Schedule Dates |
|---|---|
| Official Notification Release | Official notification has not yet provided this information. |
| Updated Vacancy Corrigendum Date | 27 August 2026 |
| IBPS PO Prelims Exam Dates | 22 & 23 August 2026 (Completed / Active) |
| IBPS SO Prelims Exam Date | 29 August 2026 |
| IBPS PO Main Examination Date | October / November 2026 |
| IBPS SO Main Examination Date | November / December 2026 |
| Common Interview Window | January / February 2027 |
| Final Provisional Allotment | April 2027 |
| Official Document / Online Facility | Direct Download / Access Link |
|---|---|
| IBPS CRP PO/MT-XVI Vacancy Corrigendum PDF | Download PO Corrigendum PDF |
| IBPS CRP SPL-XVI Vacancy Corrigendum PDF | Download SO Corrigendum PDF |
| IBPS SO Prelims Admit Card Download Portal | Download SO Call Letter |
| IBPS Official Website | Visit Official Website |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q. Q1: What is the latest update regarding IBPS PO and SO Vacancies for 2026?
Ans: The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection has officially released a corrigendum notice updating and increasing the total vacancies for both Probationary Officers (CRP PO/MT-XVI) and Specialist Officers (CRP SPL-XVI). Several nationalized banks that initially did not report vacancies have now submitted updated requirements, raising the available posts across public sector banks.
Q. Q2: How many total vacancies are available under IBPS PO CRP PO/MT-XVI?
Ans: Following the latest revised corrigendum, the total vacancy count for Probationary Officers / Management Trainees across all 11 participating public sector banks stands at 7,900 posts. These vacancies are distributed across Unreserved, OBC, SC, ST, EWS, and PwBD categories according to standard reservation guidelines.
Q. Q3: Which bank reported the highest number of vacancies in IBPS PO 2026?
Ans: Punjab National Bank reported the highest number of vacancies with 1,300 Probationary Officer posts, followed closely by Central Bank of India with 1,200 posts, Union Bank of India with 1,100 posts, and Canara Bank with 1,000 posts.
Q. Q4: How many vacancies are announced for IBPS Specialist Officers (CRP SPL-XVI)?
Ans: The revised vacancy list for IBPS Specialist Officers stands at 2,120 posts across 6 specialized cadres, including Agricultural Field Officer (1,200 posts), Marketing Officer (400 posts), IT Officer (220 posts), Law Officer (120 posts), HR/Personnel Officer (100 posts), and Rajbhasha Adhikari (80 posts).
Q. Q5: Which stream has the highest vacancies under IBPS SO 2026?
Ans: The Agricultural Field Officer (AFO Scale-I) stream has the highest number of vacancies with 1,200 posts, followed by Marketing Officer with 400 vacancies and IT Officer Scale-I with 220 vacancies across participating public sector banks.
Q. Q6: What is the pay scale for IBPS PO and SO Scale-I officers?
Ans: Both Probationary Officers and Specialist Officers are recruited in the Junior Management Grade Scale-I (JMGS-I). The revised basic pay scale under the 12th Bipartite Settlement is Rs. 48,480 - 2010/7 - 62,550 - 2340/2 - 67,230 - 2680/7 - Rs. 85,920/-, with a starting basic pay of Rs. 48,480/- per month.
Q. Q7: What is the gross monthly salary of an IBPS PO or SO upon joining?
Ans: The initial gross monthly salary for an IBPS PO or SO Scale-I officer ranges between Rs. 75,000/- and Rs. 82,000/- per month depending on the city tier classification. This includes Dearness Allowance, House Rent Allowance, City Compensatory Allowance, and special learning allowances.
Q. Q8: What is the net in-hand salary received by an IBPS PO or SO?
Ans: The net in-hand monthly salary received after mandatory deductions such as National Pension System (NPS), professional tax, and income tax TDS ranges from approximately Rs. 68,000/- to Rs. 74,000/- per month.
Q. Q9: Can the vacancies increase further before the final allotment in April 2027?
Ans: Yes, vacancies reported during the preliminary phase are provisional. Participating public sector banks can increase or modify their requisition requirements until the completion of the interview process, and final allotments in April 2027 reflect the cumulative updated vacancies.
Q. Q10: What are the participating public sector banks in IBPS PO and SO 2026?
Ans: The 11 participating banks are Bank of Baroda, Bank of India, Bank of Maharashtra, Canara Bank, Central Bank of India, Indian Bank, Indian Overseas Bank, Punjab National Bank, Punjab & Sind Bank, UCO Bank, and Union Bank of India.
Q. Q11: What is the selection process for IBPS Probationary Officers?
Ans: The selection process for IBPS PO comprises three successive stages: the Preliminary Online Examination (100 Marks, qualifying screening test), the Main Online Examination with Descriptive Test (225 Marks), and the Common Personal Interview (100 Marks).
Q. Q12: What is the weightage ratio for preparing the final merit list for IBPS PO?
Ans: The final merit list is prepared by combining the marks obtained in the Main Online Examination (Phase-II) and the Personal Interview (Phase-III) in an 80:20 weightage ratio. Marks scored in the Preliminary examination are not counted for final merit.
Q. Q13: What is the examination pattern for the IBPS PO Preliminary Examination?
Ans: The IBPS PO Prelims CBT consists of 100 multiple-choice questions for 100 marks with a total duration of 60 minutes. It includes English Language (30 Qs), Quantitative Aptitude (35 Qs), and Reasoning Ability (35 Qs), each having a separate 20-minute timer.
Q. Q14: Is there negative marking in the IBPS PO Preliminary and Main Examinations?
Ans: Yes, there is a penalty for wrong answers. For every question answered incorrectly, 0.25 (one-fourth) of the marks assigned to that specific question will be deducted as negative marking in both Preliminary and Main examinations.
Q. Q15: What is the exam pattern for the IBPS SO Preliminary Examination for IT and Agriculture Officers?
Ans: For IT Officer, Agriculture Field Officer, HR/Personnel, and Marketing Officer, the Preliminary exam comprises 150 questions for 125 marks (Reasoning 50 Qs/50 M, English 50 Qs/25 M, Quantitative Aptitude 50 Qs/50 M) with a total duration of 120 minutes and 40-minute sectional timing.
Q. Q16: What is the exam pattern for the IBPS SO Preliminary Exam for Law Officer and Rajbhasha Adhikari?
Ans: For Law Officer and Rajbhasha Adhikari, the Preliminary test consists of 150 questions for 125 marks covering Reasoning Ability (50 Qs/50 M), English Language (50 Qs/25 M), and General Awareness with Special Reference to Banking (50 Qs/50 M) across 120 minutes.
Q. Q17: When is the IBPS SO Preliminary Examination scheduled to be conducted?
Ans: As per the official schedule released by IBPS, the Online Preliminary Examination for CRP SPL-XVI (Specialist Officers) is scheduled to be conducted nationwide on August 29, 2026 across authorized test centres in Computer-Based Test mode.
Q. Q18: How can candidates download their IBPS SO Prelims Admit Card 2026?
Ans: Candidates can download their admit card by visiting the official portal ibps.in, clicking on the CRP Specialist Officers XVI call letter link, and entering their Registration Number or Roll Number along with their Password or Date of Birth.
Q. Q19: What documents are mandatory to carry to the IBPS examination centre?
Ans: Candidates must carry a clear printed copy of their online call letter with a recent passport photograph pasted on it, an original valid government-issued photo ID card (such as Aadhaar, PAN, Voter ID, Passport, or Driving License), a photocopy of the ID card, and two additional passport photographs.
Q. Q20: What are the minimum qualifying marks required in the IBPS Interview round?
Ans: The minimum qualifying marks in the Personal Interview round are 40% (40 out of 100 marks) for General and EWS category candidates, and 35% (35 out of 100 marks) for candidates belonging to SC, ST, OBC, and PwBD reserved categories.
Q. Q21: What is the eligibility criterion for the post of IBPS IT Officer Scale-I?
Ans: Candidates must hold a 4-year Engineering or Technology degree in Computer Science, Computer Applications, Information Technology, Electronics, Telecommunications, or a Master's degree in Computer Applications (MCA) or M.Sc in Computer Science/IT from a recognized university.
Q. Q22: What qualification is required for IBPS Agricultural Field Officer (AFO)?
Ans: Candidates must hold a 4-year Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Horticulture, Animal Husbandry, Veterinary Science, Dairy Science, Fishery Science, Agri-Biotechnology, Food Science, or Agricultural Marketing from a recognized university.
Q. Q23: What is the educational eligibility for IBPS Law Officer Scale-I?
Ans: Candidates must possess a Bachelor's Degree in Law (LL.B.) from a recognized university and must be enrolled as an Advocate with the Bar Council of India or respective State Bar Council.
Q. Q24: What is the qualification required for IBPS HR/Personnel Officer Scale-I?
Ans: Candidates must be graduates with a 2-year full-time Post Graduate Degree or 2-year full-time Diploma in Personnel Management, Industrial Relations, Human Resources (HR), HRD, or Social Work / Labour Welfare.
Q. Q25: What is the educational requirement for IBPS Marketing Officer Scale-I?
Ans: Candidates must hold a graduation degree with a 2-year full-time MBA in Marketing or a 2-year full-time PGDBA / PGDBM / PGPM with specialization in Marketing from a recognized university or institute.
Q. Q26: What is the qualification needed for IBPS Rajbhasha Adhikari Scale-I?
Ans: Candidates must have a Post Graduate Degree in Hindi with English as a subject at the degree level, or a Post Graduate Degree in Sanskrit with English and Hindi as subjects at the graduation level.
Q. Q27: What is the age limit for applying to IBPS PO and SO recruitments?
Ans: The general age limit is 20 to 30 years as of the cut-off date specified in the original notification. Upper age relaxations apply: 3 years for OBC (Non-Creamy Layer), 5 years for SC/ST, and 10 years for PwBD applicants.
Q. Q28: Does IBPS provide leased accommodation to Scale-I officers?
Ans: Yes, all participating public sector banks provide bank-leased residential accommodation or quarters to Probationary Officers and Specialist Officers in lieu of House Rent Allowance, subject to city ceiling limits and availability.
Q. Q29: What is the probation period for an IBPS Probationary Officer and Specialist Officer?
Ans: Candidates selected as Probationary Officers or Specialist Officers in JMGS-I undergo a mandatory probation period of 2 years from the date of joining. Upon successful completion and performance appraisal, they are confirmed as permanent Assistant Managers.
Q. Q30: Where can candidates check the official IBPS vacancy corrigendum PDFs?
Ans: Candidates can view and download the official vacancy corrigendum notices directly from the authorized IBPS website at ibps.in under the respective CRP PO/MT-XVI and CRP SPL-XVI notification sections.
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