IBPS PO Eligibility 2026
Institute of Banking Personnel Selection — Probationary Officer
Eligibility at a glance
A candidate ordinarily needs a recognised graduation degree and must be between 20 and 30 years old. Age is measured on 1 July 2026; the educational qualification must be held by 21 July 2026.
Age limit
For the unrelaxed limit, date of birth must fall from 2 July 1996 to 1 July 2006, inclusive.
Upper-age relaxation
- SC / ST5 years
- OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)3 years
- Persons with Benchmark Disabilities10 years
- Eligible ex-servicemen and specified commissioned officers5 years
Certificate requirements and rules for combining relaxations are defined in the notification.
Educational qualification
A degree in any discipline from a university recognised by the Government of India, or an equivalent qualification recognised by the Central Government. The final result must have been declared on or before 21 July 2026, and candidates must possess a valid mark sheet or degree certificate when registering.
Nationality or citizenship
Eligible categories include Indian citizens, subjects of Nepal or Bhutan, specified Tibetan refugees, and specified persons of Indian origin who intend to settle permanently in India. Candidates outside the Indian-citizen category require the applicable Government of India eligibility certificate.
Verify before relying on this summary
Reservation and certificate rules are detailed and may depend on your category. Confirm them in the official CRP PO/MT-XVI notification.