IBPS PO (Probationary Officer) Eligibility 2026

Who can apply for IBPS PO (Probationary Officer) in 2026 — the age limit, educational qualification, nationality and attempt rules as specified by Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS). Always confirm against the official notification before applying.

General eligibility (IBPS PO / MT)

Age: 20 to 30 years as on the cut-off date specified in the notification (typically 1st August of the recruitment year). Age relaxation: SC/ST +5 years (up to 35), OBC (non-creamy layer) +3 years (up to 33), Persons with Benchmark Disability (PwBD) +10 years over and above category relaxation, Ex-servicemen relaxation as per Government of India rules, J&K domicile (1980-1989) +5 years, victims of 1984 riots +5 years.
Education: A graduate degree (in any discipline) from a university recognised by the Government of India, or an equivalent qualification recognised by the Central Government. The candidate must possess a valid Mark-sheet/Degree Certificate showing that they are a graduate on the cut-off date mentioned in the notification AND indicate the percentage of marks obtained. Computer literacy — operating and working knowledge in computer systems — is mandatory. Final-year graduates are NOT eligible; the degree must be complete as on the cut-off date.
Nationality: The candidate must be (a) a Citizen of India, OR (b) a subject of Nepal, OR (c) a subject of Bhutan, OR (d) a Tibetan refugee who came over to India before 1st January 1962 with intent of permanently settling in India, OR (e) a person of Indian origin who has migrated from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, East African countries of Kenya, Uganda, the United Republic of Tanzania, Zambia, Malawi, Zaire, Ethiopia and Vietnam with intent of permanently settling in India. Candidates in categories (b)-(e) require an eligibility certificate from the Government of India.
Attempts: NO maximum attempt limit for IBPS PO — a candidate may appear any number of times as long as they fall within the prescribed age band on the cut-off date. This is materially different from UPSC CSE which caps attempts. Application fee: Rs 175 for SC/ST/PwBD candidates; Rs 850 for all other categories (intimation charges + application fee, indicative — to be confirmed against the current cycle's notification).

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