IBPS Exam Calendar 2026-27 (PDF): Check Exam Dates & Schedule of PO, Clerk, RRB, SO

Institute of Banking Personnel Selection 2024 ( IBPS )

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Anangsha Patra
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Updated on Jan 16, 2026 17:32 IST
IBPS Calendar 2026 has been released by IBPS. The calendar was released in PDF form and comprises the dates related to BPS PO, Clerk, RRB and SO exams. Aspirants can plan a proper strategy and work accordingly for the exam. Read here for more details on IBPS Calendar 2026.

IBPS Calendar 2026-27: The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has released IBPS 2026 Exam Calendar. The exam dates for IBPS PO, Clerk, RRB and SO have been announced. Scroll down to read more details on IBPS Calendar 2026. 

IBPS Exam Schedule 2026

IBPS Calendar 2026

The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) released IBPS Calendar 2026 on January 16. The calendar mentions the exam dates for IBPS PO, Clerk, SO and RRB. Candidates can find exam dates for prelims and mains exams in the IBPS Calendar. If you are planning to appear for the various IBPS exams then the calendar is useful. IBPS uploaded the Exam Calendar 2026 with the tentative dates at www.ibps.in.

With the release of IBPS exam calendar 2026-27, candidates can plan a proper strategy and work accordingly for the IBPS exams. IBPS is responsible for conducting various exams to select candidates for the posts of Probationary Officers, Specialist Officers and Clerks. Scroll down to read more details on IBPS 2026 Calendar.

Q:   When IBPS RRB 2025 exam was conducted?
A:

IBPS RRB PO prelims exam was conducted on November 22 and 23, 2025. The preliminary exam of IBPS RRB 2025 for Office Assistant was conducted on December 5, 7, 13 and 14, 2025.  The mains exam for IBPS RRB PO 2025 was conducted on December 28, 2025. The mains exam for IBPS RRB Clerk will be conducted on February 1, 2025. The single online exam as per IBPS RRB Exam Dates 2025 was conducted on December 28, 2025. 

Q:   What is IBPS PO shift timing?
A:

IBPS PO prelims exam is conducted in four shifts -9 am to 10 am, 11.30 am to 12.30 pm, 2 pm to 3 pm, and 4 pm to 5 pm. IBPS PO Mains exam is conducted in two shifts- 9 am to 12.30 pm and 2 pm to 5.30 pm. The shift timings of the prelims and Mains exams are mentioned on the admit card. Candidates need to appear for the exam as per their shift timings. Candidates reporting late to the exam centre will not be allowed to enter the exam hall. IBPS PO exam timings for prelims and mains exams are given below.

IBPS PO Prelims Exam Timings

Shifts 

Timings 

Shift 1

9 am to 10 am 

Shift 2

11.30 am to 12.30 pm 

Shift 3

2 pm to 3 pm

Shift 4

4 pm to 5 pm

IBPS PO Mains Exam Timings

Schedule

Shift 1

Shift 2

Exam Time

9 am to 12.30 pm

2 pm to 5.30 pm

Reporting Time

8 am

1 pm

Q:   Is there any probation period for IBPS PO?
A:

Yes, candidates selected for the post of IBPS PO will be on probation for two years. During probation, the performance of candidates is assessed. They need to undergo training in the various branches. On successful completion of training, candidates are confirmed to the position of Probationary Officers. During the probation period, candidates are trained on various banking services. They are also required to undergo certain banking courses. The basic salary of IBPS PO is INR 48,480. Besides the salary, candidates are also entitled to various perks and benefits.

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Table of contents
  • IBPS Calendar 2026 Overview
  • IBPS RRB 2026 Exam Dates
  • IBPS Clerk 2026 Exam Dates
  • IBPS PO Exam Dates 2026
  • IBPS SO Exam Dates 2025
  • IBPS Calendar 2026 PDF
  • IBPS Application Form 2026
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IBPS Calendar 2026 Overview

Every year IBPS releases IBPS RRB calendar on this date. It comprises the complete IBPS exam schedule for various exams. This is a golden opportunity for all the banking aspirants who want to serve in any public sector banks or regional rural banks in India. Check below the IBPS Calendar important highlights.

IBPS Calendar 2026: Overview
Organization Institute of Banking Personnel Selection

Exam Name

IBPS PO, Clerk & SO and IBPS RRB

Post Name

PO, Clerk, SO, Officer Scale I, II, III, Office Assistants

Category

Bank Jobs

Selection Process

Prelims, Mains, Interview (Depend on the Post)

Official Website

www.ibps.in

IBPS RRB 2026 Exam Dates

IBPS RRB exam is conducted to select candidates for the posts of Officers Scale 1, 2, 3 and Office Assistant (Multipurpose). IBPS RRB PO selection process comprises prelims exam, mains exam and interview. IBPS RRB SO selection process comprises prelims and mains exams. The selection process of IBPS RRB Clerk comprises and prelims and mains exams. Check below IBPS RRB exam dates 2026

Q:   Does IBPS maintains reserve list for IBPS PO exam?
A:

A reserve list to the extent of approximately 10 percent of the vacancies under each category may be kept, subject to the availability of candidates. This does not guarantee provisional allotment to/recruitment by the participating banks. In the event of Participating Banks providing further vacancies, provisional allotment may be carried out three to four times for the candidates in the reserve list.  

Q:   What are IBPS Clerk shift timings?
A:

Check exam timings below:

Prelims: 

Shift 1: 9-10 am

Shift 2: 11:30 am-2:30 pm

Shift 3: 2 pm-3 pm

Shift 4: 4:30 pm-5:30 pm. 

Mains exam: Single shift

 

Q:   When IBPS RRB 2025 notification was released?
A:

IBPS RRB exam notification was released on September 1. The notification was released in PDF form. It comprised points related to the exam. Candidates must read the notification before applying.

Activity

IBPS RRB Exam 

IBPS RRB Exam Dates

Online Examination-Preliminary

Officer Scale I 

November 21 & 22, 2026 

Office Assistant

December 6, 12 and 13, 2026

Single Examination 

Officers Scale II & III

December 20, 2026

Online Examination-Main

Officer Scale I 

December 20, 2026

Office Assistants 

January 30, 2027

IBPS Clerk 2026 Exam Dates

IBPS has renamed the Clerical post to Customer Service Associates (CSA), IBPS CSA exam is conducted to select candidates for the posts of Customer Servce Associates in the various public sector banks in India. The selection process comprises prelims and mains exams. Check below the IBPS Clerk exam dates 2026.

Activity IBPS Clerk Exam Dates

Online Examination - Preliminary

October 10 & 11, 2026

Online Examination – Main

December 27, 2026

IBPS PO Exam Dates 2026

IBPS PO exam is conducted to select candidates for the post of Probationary Officers. The selection process of IBPS PO comprises prelims and mains exams. Check below IBPS PO exam dates 2025

Activity IBPS PO Exam Dates

Online Examination-Preliminary

August 22 & 23, 2026

Online Examination-Main

October 4, 2026

IBPS SO Exam Dates 2025

IBPS SO exam is conducted to select candidates for the post of Specialist Officers. The selection process of IBPS SO includes the prelims exam, mains exam and interview. Check below IBPS SO 2025 exam dates

Activity IBPS SO Dates

Online Examination-Preliminary

August 29, 2026

Online Examination- Main

November 1, 2026

IBPS Calendar 2026 PDF

IBPS conducts the IBPS RRB, IBPS Clerk, IBPS SO and IBPS PO. IBPS calendar is released on the official website in PDF form. Candidates must download the IBPS Calendar 2026 PDF and start preparing for the exam.

Download IBPS Calendar 2026-27

IBPS Application Form 2026

IBPS application process is online for all the posts. The application fee is INR 850 for General and OBC candidates and INR 175 for SC/ST/PWD categories. The steps to fill IBPS application form 2026 are given below:

  • Visit IBPS website
  • Click the ‘IBPS application form’ link on the home page
  • Register for the exam by entering the required details
  • Registration number and password is displayed in the screen
  • Upload the scanned photograph and signature
  • Fill the detailed application form
  • Preview IBPS application form
  • Upload the left thumb impression and handwritten declaration
  • Pay the application fees
  • Take printout of the application form
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