Description
The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has released the official notification for the recruitment of Customer Service Associates (CSA), earlier known as Clerks, for the 2027-28 recruitment cycle. A total of 11,403 vacancies have been announced across 11 participating public sector banks.
The online application process began on August 1, 2026, and eligible candidates can submit their applications until August 21, 2026. Graduates between 20 and 28 years of age can apply through the official IBPS website, ibps.in, subject to fulfilment of all other eligibility conditions.
The selection process will consist of a Preliminary Examination and a Main Examination. The IBPS Clerk Preliminary Exam 2026 is scheduled to be conducted on October 10 and 11, 2026.
Candidates should carefully read the official recruitment notification before submitting their application to ensure that they meet the prescribed eligibility requirements.
IBPS Clerk Recruitment 2026: Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
Conducting Body | Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) |
Post | Customer Service Associate (CSA), formerly Clerk |
Recruitment Cycle | CRP CSA XVI (2027-28) |
Total Vacancies | 11,403 |
Application Begins | August 1, 2026 |
Last Date to Apply | August 21, 2026 |
Preliminary Exam | October 10 and 11, 2026 |
Salary | Rs 24,050 to Rs 64,480 |
Official Website | ibps.in |
IBPS Clerk Recruitment 2026: Eligibility Criteria
Candidates should verify the prescribed eligibility conditions before applying for the CSA posts.
Nationality
Applicants must be citizens of India or fulfil the nationality conditions specified in the official IBPS notification.
Age Limit
The minimum age is 20 years.
The maximum age is 28 years.
Relaxation in the upper age limit is available to eligible reserved-category candidates as per government rules.
Educational Qualification
Candidates must hold a graduation degree in any discipline from a recognised university or an equivalent qualification recognised by the Central Government.
Applicants must possess a valid degree certificate or marksheet confirming that they meet the educational qualification requirements within the prescribed date.
Candidates must have proficiency in the official language of the State or Union Territory for which they are applying, as prescribed under the recruitment rules.
IBPS Clerk Recruitment 2026: Vacancy Details
IBPS has announced 11,403 CSA vacancies across participating public sector banks. The reported category-wise vacancy distribution is given below:
| Participating Bank | UR | SC | ST | OBC (NCL) | EWS | Total |
Canara Bank | 1,062 | 376 | 245 | 577 | 240 | 2,500 |
Punjab National Bank | 886 | 333 | 148 | 459 | 190 | 2,016 |
Indian Bank | 655 | 334 | 106 | 471 | 134 | 1,700 |
Central Bank of India | 458 | 298 | 122 | 441 | 100 | 1,419 |
Bank of Baroda | 504 | 176 | 117 | 284 | 119 | 1,200 |
Indian Overseas Bank | 327 | 130 | 66 | 189 | 68 | 780 |
Bank of India | 207 | 69 | 56 | 114 | 54 | 500 |
Bank of Maharashtra | 257 | 59 | 34 | 110 | 40 | 500 |
UCO Bank | 212 | 60 | 31 | 83 | 26 | 412 |
Punjab & Sind Bank | 172 | 75 | 17 | 87 | 25 | 376 |
Union Bank of India | NR | NR | NR | NR | NR | NR |
Grand Total | 4,740 | 1,910 | 942 | 2,815 | 996 | 11,403 |
NR indicates that the relevant vacancy details were not reported in the provided vacancy table.
IBPS Clerk Recruitment 2026: Apply Online
IBPS opened the online registration window for the CSA recruitment on August 1, 2026. Candidates who satisfy the eligibility requirements can apply for the available posts through the official IBPS website.
The application window will remain open until August 21, 2026. Candidates should complete the registration process well before the deadline to avoid last-minute technical or payment-related issues.
IBPS Clerk Recruitment 2026: Selection Process
The selection process for Customer Service Associate posts consists of two written examination stages followed by provisional allotment.
Preliminary Examination
The Preliminary Exam is an objective-type test covering:
English Language
Numerical Ability
Reasoning Ability
The marks obtained in the Preliminary Examination are used for shortlisting candidates for the Main Examination and are not included in the final merit calculation.
Main Examination
Candidates who qualify for the Preliminary Exam will appear for the Main Examination. The paper covers:
General/Financial Awareness
General English
Reasoning Ability and Computer Aptitude
Quantitative Aptitude
The marks obtained in the Main Examination are considered for preparing the final merit list.
Provisional Allotment
Candidates who qualify in the required examination stages are considered for allotment to participating public sector banks. The allotment is based on merit, candidate preference, available vacancies and the applicable State/UT allocation.
Document Verification
Candidates shortlisted for appointment must produce their original documents for verification before joining.
There is no interview stage for the IBPS Clerk/CSA recruitment process. IBPS may also maintain a reserve list, subject to the conditions mentioned in the official notification.
IBPS Clerk Recruitment 2026: Application Fee
The application fee depends on the candidate's category.
| Category | Application Fee |
General/OBC/EWS | Rs 850 |
SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen | Rs 175 |
Candidates should ensure that the applicable fee is paid successfully before submitting the application.
How to Apply for IBPS Clerk Recruitment 2026?
Candidates can complete the online application by following these steps:
Visit the official IBPS website at ibps.in.
Go to the Common Recruitment Process (CRP) section.
Select the link for ‘CRP-Clerks-XVI’.
Click on ‘Click here for New Registration’.
Enter the required basic information, including your name, mobile number and email address.
Complete the registration and note the registration number and password.
Log in to the application portal using the credentials provided.
Enter your personal, educational and other required details.
Select the State/UT for which you wish to apply. Candidates can apply for only one State/UT.
Upload the photograph, signature and other documents in the prescribed format.
Carefully review all the information entered in the application.
Pay the applicable examination fee through the available online payment facility.
Submit the completed application form.
Download and save the application confirmation and payment receipt for future reference.
Direct Link To IBPS Clerk Recruitment 2026
Direct Link To IBPS Clerk Recruitment 2026 Notice
Candidates should keep their registration details safely until the completion of the recruitment process. They are also advised to regularly check the official IBPS website for updates regarding the examination schedule, admit card, results and further recruitment stages.
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