IBPS Clerk Recruitment 2026 Notification Out – Apply Online for 11,403 Customer Service Associate (CSA) Posts
The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has officially released the IBPS Clerk Recruitment 2026 Notification (CRP CSA-XVI) for 11,403 Customer Service Associate (CSA) vacancies in participating Public Sector Banks across India. Candidates holding a Bachelor’s Degree can apply online through the official IBPS website from 01 August 2026 to 21 August 2026. The recruitment process includes Preliminary Examination, Main Examination, Local Language Proficiency Test (where applicable), Document Verification, and Provisional Allotment.
IBPS Clerk Recruitment 2026 Highlights
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) |
| Recruitment | CRP CSA-XVI |
| Post Name | Customer Service Associate (CSA) (Earlier Known as Clerk) |
| Total Vacancies | 11,403 |
| Job Location | Across India |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Registration Starts | 01 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 21 August 2026 |
| Official Website | www.ibps.in |
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 01 August 2026 |
| Online Registration Starts | 01 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 21 August 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 21 August 2026 |
| Prelims Admit Card | September/October 2026 |
| Preliminary Exam | 10 & 11 October 2026 (Tentative) |
| Main Exam | 27 December 2026 (Tentative) |
IBPS Clerk Vacancy 2026
IBPS has announced 11,403 vacancies for the post of Customer Service Associate (CSA) in various participating Public Sector Banks. State-wise and category-wise vacancy details are available in the official notification PDF.
Participating Banks
Recruitment will be conducted for the following 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
- Union Bank of India
(Participating banks are subject to IBPS notification.)
Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess:
- Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized University.
- Candidates appearing in the final year are not eligible unless they possess the qualifying degree on or before the prescribed date.
- Working knowledge of computers is desirable.
- Candidates should know the official language of the State/UT for which they apply.
Age Limit (As on 01 August 2026)
- Minimum Age: 20 Years
- Maximum Age: 28 Years
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 Years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 Years |
| PwBD | 10 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen | As per Government Rules |
| Other Categories | As per IBPS Rules |
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| SC/ST/PwBD | ₹175 |
| General/OBC/EWS | ₹850 |
Payment can be made online through Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI.
Selection Process
The recruitment process consists of:
1. Preliminary Examination
Sections:
- English Language
- Numerical Ability
- Reasoning Ability
Duration: 60 Minutes
2. Main Examination
Subjects include:
- General/Financial Awareness
- General English
- Reasoning Ability & Computer Aptitude
- Quantitative Aptitude
3. Local Language Proficiency Test (LLPT)
Candidates provisionally selected may have to qualify the Local Language Proficiency Test for the State/UT applied for, wherever applicable.
4. Document Verification
Original certificates and eligibility documents will be verified.
5. Provisional Allotment
Final allotment will be made based on merit, preferences, and vacancies.
IBPS Clerk Salary 2026
Selected candidates will receive an attractive salary package.
Pay Scale
- Basic Pay: ₹24,050 (Approx.)
- Gross Monthly Salary: Up to ₹60,000–₹64,000 depending on posting location and allowances.
Additional Benefits
- Dearness Allowance (DA)
- House Rent Allowance (HRA)
- Special Allowance
- Transport Allowance
- Medical Benefits
- Leave Travel Concession
- Pension & Other Bank Benefits
Documents Required
- Graduation Certificate/Marksheet
- Aadhaar Card/PAN Card/Voter ID
- Passport Size Photograph
- Signature
- Thumb Impression
- Handwritten Declaration
- Category Certificate (if applicable)
- PwBD Certificate (if applicable)
How to Apply Online
- Visit the official IBPS website.
- Click on CRP CSA-XVI Recruitment 2026.
- Complete the registration process.
- Fill in the application form carefully.
- Upload photograph, signature, thumb impression, and handwritten declaration.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Submit the application form.
- Download and print the confirmation page for future reference.
