What is the eligibility for IBPS PO 2026?▼
IBPS PO 2026 requires a Bachelor's degree (Graduation) from a recognized university in any discipline. Candidates must be between 20-30 years of age. Computer literacy is mandatory. Final year students who can produce proof of graduation before the specified date are also eligible to apply.
What is the IBPS PO exam pattern for 2026?▼
IBPS PO selection has three stages: 1) Prelims — 100 questions in 60 minutes covering English (30Q), Quantitative Aptitude (35Q), Reasoning (35Q). 2) Mains — 155 questions in 180 minutes covering Reasoning & Computer Aptitude (45Q), English (35Q), Data Analysis (35Q), General/Economy/Banking Awareness (40Q) plus a Descriptive Paper (Letter/Essay Writing). 3) Interview — 100 marks. Final merit is Mains (80%) + Interview (20%).
IBPS PO ki salary kitni hoti hai?▼
IBPS PO ki starting basic pay Rs 36,000 hai (revised pay scale). DA, HRA, CCA, medical aur other allowances milakar in-hand salary approximately Rs 52,000-55,000 per month hoti hai metro cities mein. Ye har 2-3 saal mein increment hoti hai. Senior positions mein salary Rs 80,000-1,00,000+ tak pahunch sakti hai. Bank employees ko leased accommodation, pension (NPS), aur annual bonus bhi milta hai.
Which banks participate in IBPS PO recruitment?▼
IBPS PO recruitment includes 11 participating public sector banks: 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. Note: SBI conducts its own separate PO recruitment.
How many attempts are allowed for IBPS PO?▼
There is no official limit on the number of attempts for IBPS PO exam, as long as you meet the age criteria (20-30 years for General). With age relaxation, OBC candidates get up to 33 years, SC/ST up to 35 years. So General candidates effectively get around 8-10 attempts, OBC gets 11-13 attempts, and SC/ST gets 13-15 attempts during their eligible age window.