What is IBPS Clerk job profile?

IBPS Clerk is an entry-level post. This post offers a lot of learning and opportunities. They are asked to verify documents and proofs submitted by customers. They also maintain cash and Demand Drafts. Recruitment is done as per selection process.

Is IBPS Clerk a permanent job?

IBPS Clerk is a permanent job. All candidates selected for IBPS Clerk exam will be on a probation period of six months. After this period, candidates are confirmed as permanent employees only after an assessment through a test or review of their performance in the probation period. Candidates for the post of IBPS Clerk is selected based on the performance in the Mains exam. The marks obtained in the prelims exam are not counted for the final merit list. IBPS Clerk prelims exam pattern is such that it is divided into three sections-Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning Ability and English Language. The total marks allotted to the prelims exam are 100. The mains exam comprises General/ Financial Awareness, General English, Reasoning Ability & Computer Aptitude, and Quantitative Aptitude. The total marks allotted to the test are 200.

How to upload IBPS Clerk handwritten declaration?

Candidates need to provide IBPS Clerk handwritten declaration at the time of application. The process to upload it is given below. Click on the link to upload IBPS Clerk handwritten declaration Select the location where the file is saved Click the Open option Upload the same

What documents to upload during IBPS Clerk application process?

To fill IBPS Clerk application form you need to upload documents such as scanned photograph, signature, left thumb impression and handwritten declaration. See table below to know dimensions and specifications: Photograph & Signature Parameters Size Dimensions Photograph 20kb to 50 kb 200 x 230 pixels Signature 10kb to 20kb 140 x 60 pixels Left Thumb Impression and Handwritten Declaration Parameters Size Dimensions LTI 20 KB to 50 KB 240 x 240 pixels Handwritten declaration 50 KB to 100 KB 800 x 400 pixels

What if I submit more than one IBPS Clerk application form?

Candidates are advised to submit only one IBPS Clerk application form. In case of multiple applications, the latest submitted application which is complete in all respect is considered for the recruitment process.

Which are the items banned inside IBPS Clerk exam centre?

Candidates are not allowed to carry Stationery items such as textual material (printed or written), bits of papers, geometry/pencil box, plastic pouch, calculator, scale, writing pad, pen drives, log table, electronic pen/scanner. Any communication device such as bluetooth, earphones, microphone, pager, health band, etc. They cannot carry goggles, handbags, hairpin, hair band, belt, cap, wristwatch, camera, metallic item, etc. Eatable item is not allowed. Candidates must avoid wearing rings, earrings, nose-pin, chains/necklaces, pendants, badges, brooch, etc.

What are the shifts for IBPS Clerk exam?

IBPS Clerk prelims exam is conducted in four shifts-09:00 AM to 10.00 AM, 11.30 AM to 12:30 PM, 02.00 PM to 03.00 PM & 4.30 PM to 5.30 PM. The Mains exam is conducted in two shifts-10:00 am-12:40 pm and 03:00 pm-05.40 pm. The details related to the shift timing and reporting time are mentioned in the admit card.

In an IBPS Clerk which type of computer Certificate is necessary?

Knowlege of computers is necessary for IBPS Clerk. The age limit is between 20 and 28 years. The educational qualification is graduation.

How can I fill IBPS Clerk application form?

IBPS Clerk application form is released online by IBPS. The application process consists of various stages. Candidates are not required to sent the hard copy of their application forms to the examination authority.

How to fill IBPS Clerk Application form through smartphone?

To fill form using smartphones are below Visit the exam conducting body, Click on the application form link, View the page in landscape mode, Switch to 'Desktop site', Set screens in auto-rotation mode, This enables the landscape mode, Same application form appear on desktop, The application forms appear the same as they appear on desktop, Fill and submit the application forms

How many applicants apply for IBPS Clerk?

Around 5 Lakh candidates apply for the IBPS Clerk exam every year. The selection process consists of two stages prelims and Mains exams.

Does IBPS provides the facility to withdraw IBPS Clerk application form after final submission?

There is no facility to withdraw IBPS Clerk application form after final submission. Candidates need to submit their application forms online only. The application fees can be paid online only. Candidates should fill their IBPS Clerk application forms carefully or else their candidature will be rejected.

IBPS Clerk Application Form 2026: Direct Apply Online Link Here

IBPS Clerk Prelims Exam 2026

10 Oct '26 - 11 Oct '26

Updated on Jun 3, 2026 17:19 IST

By Shikha Goyal, Assistant Manager

Overview

IBPS Clerk Application Form 2026: The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection will release the IBPS Clerk 2026 application form along with the notification. The Institute will release the IBPS Clerk notification on its official website - ibps.in. The candidates must read the notification to know their elgibility criteria so that they can apply for the exam. The Institute will notify the last date for the IBPS 2026 applications.

The candidates should note that that application form will be filled online only. They will get the direct linlk to apply for the IBPS exam here. The application fees for the IBPS Clerk exam are INR 850 for General and OBC candidates and INR 175 for SC/ST/PWD categories. The application fees can be paid online. The age prescribed for the IBPS Clerk exam is between 20 and 28 years. The educational qualification prescribed for the exam is a Graduation. Read below for more details on IBPS Clerk application form.

Table of contents

How to fill IBPS Clerk Application Form?
IBPS Clerk Dates 2026
Documents required for IBPS Clerk application 2026
Important Instructions while filling the IBPS Clerk application form 2026
IBPS Clerk Application Fee 2026
IBPS Clerk Application Form 2026 FAQs

How to fill IBPS Clerk Application Form?

IBPS Clerk Application Form can be filled online only. The process to fill the application form is given below.

Click IBPS Clerk application form link provided on this page
Register for the exam by entering the basic details
Upload the documents
Fill the detailed form
Pay the application fees
Submit the application form
The hard copy of the application form is not sent to the exam authority

IBPS Clerk Eligibility 2026

IBPS Clerk eligibility is decided by the examination authority. It carries details related to the age limit and educational qualification. Check below IBPS Clerk eligibility.

Candidates must be aged between 20 to 28 years
They must be a graduate in any discipline
Candidates must know the local language of the state they are applying to

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IBPS Clerk Dates 2026

Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of IBPS Clerk 2026 exam

Dates	Upcoming Exam Dates
Jul ' 26	IBPS Clerk 2026 notification TENTATIVE
10 Oct ' 26 - 11 Oct ' 26	IBPS Clerk Prelims Exam 2026
27 Dec ' 26	IBPS Clerk Mains Exam 2026

Dates	Past Exam Dates
29 Nov ' 25 - 02 Dec ' 25	IBPS Clerk 2025 Mains Exam
04 Oct ' 25 - 05 Oct ' 25	IBPS Clerk 2025 Prelims Exam
24 Sep ' 25 - 05 Oct ' 25	IBPS Clerk prelims admit card
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Documents required for IBPS Clerk application 2026

To fill IBPS Clerk application form candidate need to upload documents such as scanned photograph, signature, left thumb impression and handwritten declaration. See table below to know dimensions and specifications:

Photograph & Signature

Parameters	Size	Dimensions
Photograph	20kb to 50 kb	200 x 230 pixels
Signature	10kb to 20kb	140 x 60 pixels

Left Thumb Impression and Handwritten Declaration

Parameters	Size	Dimensions
LTI	20 KB to 50 KB	240 x 240 pixels
Handwritten declaration	50 KB to 100 KB	800 x 400 pixels

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Important Instructions while filling the IBPS Clerk application form 2026

Lakhs of candidates apply for the IBPS Clerk exam every year. Candidates must check below the instructions while filling out the IBPS Clerk application form:

Keep all the documents and certificates ready and fill all the details properly.
Scanned photograph and signature should be uploaded carefully.
Recheck all the details filled in the IBPS application form. After checking it properly then click the submit button.
Also, candidate need to provide the bank preference while filling out the application form.
Candidate should not wait for the last date to fill out the application form.

Candidates are required to select the IBPS Clerk exam centres while filling the application form. IBPS Clerk prelims exam is conducted in around 200 cities. IBPS Clerk mains exam is conducted in around 80 cities. Candidates are allotted test cities as per the choices given by the candidates.

IBPS Clerk Application Fee 2026

Candidates need to pay the IBPS Clerk application fee before submitting the application form online. Candidates can check the application fees below:

Unreserved: INR 850 (inclusive of GST)
Reserved: 175 (inclusive of GST)

IBPS Clerk Application Form 2026 FAQs

Candidates can check the IBPS Clerk Application Form 2026 FAQs below.

Q: Will I be provided travelling allowances to reach IBPS Clerk exam centre?

Candidates will not be provided any allowances to reach IBPS Clerk exam cetre. They need to manage to reach to the exam centre of their own. IBPS Clerk prelims exam is conducted in around 200 cities. IBPS Clerk Mains exam is conducted in around 80 cities. Candidates are allotted test cities as per their preferences. Once the test cities are allotted it cannot be changed.

Q: What is IBPS Clerk exam pattern?

IBPS Clerk exam pattern two parts-prelims and mains. The prelims test comprises three sections and carries 100 marks. The Mains comprises four sections and carries 200 marks.

Q: Can I carry ration card and learner's driving lincense as photo-identity proof to IBPS Clerk exam centre?

Ration Card and Learner's Driving License are not accepted as valid ID proof for IBPS Clerk exam. Candidates should note that their name appearing on the call letter should exactly match the name as appearing on the photo identift proof. If there is any mismatch between the name indicated in the call letter and photo identity proof are not allowed to appear for the exam. In case of candidates who have changed their name are allowed only if they produce Gazette notification/their marriage certificate/affidavit. Photo ID should be valid as on the day of the examination.

Q: Where will I get the details of IBPS Clerk exam centres?

The details regarding IBPS Clerk exam centres are mentioned on the admit card. The call letter carries the details related to the exam. The exam centres once allotted to candidates are not changed.

Q: I am unable to upload the photograph and signature while filling IBPS Clerk application form. What to do?

While, filling IBPS Clerk application form, candidates need to upload the required documents. Only online applications are accepted for the exam. The application fee can be paid online only. They need to meet the required criteria.

Q: Are there any sectional timings in the IBPS Clerk exam?

Yes, there are sectional timings in IBPS Clerk exam. In prelims exam, candidates will get 20 minutes to answer each section. In the Mains exam, 35 minutes each will be given to answer questions from General/Financial Awareness, General English and 45 minutes each will be given to attempt Reasoning Ability & Computer Aptitude and Quantitative Aptitude questions. The section-wise exam timings for prelims and mains exam are given below.

Prelims Exam

Sections	IBPS Clerk Prelims Exam Time Duration (In Minutes)
English Language	20
Numerical Ability	20
Reasoning Ability	20
Total	60 Minutes

Mains Exam

Sections	IBPS clerk mains sectional timing
General/Financial Awareness	35 minutes
General English	35 minutes
Reasoning Ability & Computer Aptitude	45 minutes
Quantitative Aptitude	45 minutes
Total	160 minutes

Q: What is IBPS Clerk handwritten declaration?

IBPS Clerk handwritten declaration needs to be uploaded while filling the application form. This verifies that the details provided in the application are correct.

Q: I have submitted incorrect information in IBPS Clerk application form. What to do?

IBPS does not provide separate window to edit IBPS Clerk application form. Candidates are required to make the changes in IBPS Clerk application form within the prescribed deadline. After final submission of IBPS Clerk application form, candidates are not required to make any changes in the same. Candidates should check all the details carefully before submitting the IBPS Clerk application form.

Q: What photo-identity proof should I carry to IBPS Clerk exam centre?

Candidates must carry any one of the photo-identity proof-Aadhaar Card/PAN Card/Passport/Driving License, etc. To the IBPS Clerk exam centre along with the admit card. The photo-identity proof will be verified by the exam centre officials. Along with the original photo-identity proof, candidates should also take the xerox copy of it.

Q: Is there any qualifying marks in the IBPS Clerk exam?

There are no qualifying marks in IBPS Clerk exam. The examination authority provides overall and section-wise qualifying marks for the exam. Those securing the same are selected for the next round of selection process.

Q: What are the documents required at the time of IBPS Clerk document verification?

Check required documents below.

Birth Certificate
Educationalal Certificates
Caste/Category Certificate:
PwD Certificate
Domicile Certificate/Residential Proof:
Identity Proof

Q: Can final year students apply for IBPS Clerk exam?

Final-year students cannot apply for the IBPS Clerk Exam. Candidates need to have graduation mark sheet on the date of application. As per the notification, the minimum qualification require candidates to have a graduation degree or equivalent from a recognised university. Candidates between 20 and 28 Years can apply for the IBPS Clerk post.

Q: What are the languages of IBPS Clerk question paper?

IBPS Clerk exam is conducted in 13 regional languages. Earlier, the question papers are framed in English and Hindi only.

Q: Is there any negative marking in IBPS Clerk exam?

There are negative marking in IBPS Clerk exam. 0.25 marks are deducted as penalty for wrong answers. For correct answers, candidates score one mark. Candidates are advised to mark their answers carefully as there are negative markings. For wrong answers marked in the exam, the marks of candidates will be deducted. Candidates are required to secure both overall and sectional cut off marks.