IBPS Exam Calendar 2025-26: Plan Your Banking Career
🏦 IBPS Exam Calendar 2025–26: Your Roadmap to a Banking Career
Dream big, start early! The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has released the tentative schedule for its 2025–26 recruitment cycle. This calendar includes key dates for exams in Regional Rural Banks (RRBs) and Public Sector Banks (PSBs) — your first step toward a secure and rewarding banking job.
📅 Key Exam Dates at a Glance
Regional Rural Banks (RRBs) – CRP RRBs-XIV
| Post | Stage | Tentative Dates |
|---|---|---|
| Officer Scale I | Preliminary Exam | 27.07.2025, 02.08.2025, 03.08.2025 |
| Main Exam | 13.09.2025 | |
| Officer Scale II & III | Single Exam | 13.09.2025 |
| Office Assistants | Preliminary Exam | 30.08.2025, 06.09.2025, 07.09.2025 |
| Main Exam | 09.11.2025 |
Public Sector Banks (PSBs) – CRP PO/MT-XV, CRP SPL-XV, CRP CSA-XV
| Post | Stage | Tentative Dates |
|---|---|---|
| Probationary Officers/MT (PO) | Preliminary Exam | 04.10.2025, 05.10.2025, 11.10.2025 |
| Main Exam | 29.11.2025 | |
| Specialist Officers (SO) | Preliminary Exam | 22.11.2025, 23.11.2025 |
| Main Exam | 04.01.2026 | |
| Customer Service Associates (CSA) | Preliminary Exam | 06.12.2025, 07.12.2025, 13.12.2025, 14.12.2025 |
| Main Exam | 01.02.2026 |
🖥️ Registration: One Window, Two Stages
- For two-stage exams (Prelims & Mains), single registration is required.
- Apply online via the official IBPS website.
📂 Documents to Upload During Registration
| Document | Format | Size Limit |
|---|---|---|
| Photograph | .jpeg | 20–50 KB |
| Signature | .jpeg | 10–20 KB |
| Thumb Impression | .jpeg | 20–50 KB |
| Handwritten Declaration | .jpeg | 50–100 KB |
| Live Photograph | Captured live | Adequate lighting, plain background |
✅ Why This Calendar is Crucial
- Plan Smart: Organize your time, subjects, and revision cycles.
- Stay Focused: Target dates help keep motivation high.
- Practice Well: Allocate time for mock tests and analysis.
- Start Early: Don’t wait for final notifications — begin now!
🔔 Stay Informed
- Bookmark the IBPS Official Website
- Download the Official Exam Calendar PDF
- Keep an eye out for detailed notifications regarding:
- Eligibility
- Vacancies
- Syllabus & Exam Pattern
- Application Fee
- Definitive Dates
🔄 Note: IBPS may revise the schedule due to unforeseen circumstances. Always rely on official updates.
📘 IBPS Exam Calendar 2025–26 – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1. What is the IBPS Exam Calendar?
The IBPS Exam Calendar is a tentative schedule released annually by the Institute of Banking Personnel Selection. It outlines key exam dates for various posts in Regional Rural Banks (RRBs) and Public Sector Banks (PSBs) to help candidates plan their preparation.
2. Which exams are covered in the 2025–26 calendar?
The calendar includes:
- RRBs (CRP RRBs-XIV):
- Office Assistants (Clerk)
- Officer Scale I (PO equivalent)
- Officer Scale II & III
- PSBs:
- Probationary Officers / Management Trainees (CRP PO/MT-XV)
- Specialist Officers (CRP SPL-XV)
- Customer Service Associates (Clerk) – CRP CSA-XV
3. Are these dates final?
No, these are tentative dates. IBPS may modify them due to administrative or unforeseen reasons. Always refer to the official IBPS website for the latest updates.
4. When will online registration start?
The exact registration dates will be provided in individual exam notifications, which are released a few months before each exam. Keep checking ibps.in for updates.
5. Can I register separately for Prelims and Mains?
No. For exams with two stages (Preliminary and Main), you register once for both. If you clear the Prelims, you’ll be automatically eligible to appear for the Mains.
6. What documents are required during registration?
You’ll need to upload:
- Recent passport-size photograph
- Signature
- Left thumb impression
- Handwritten declaration (format will be provided)
- Live photograph (captured during registration)
Each document must meet specific size and format requirements.
7. What is the ‘Live Photograph’ requirement?
This is a relatively new addition. You must capture and upload your live photograph using a webcam or mobile phone camera during the registration. Use a plain background and ensure good lighting.
8. Can I apply for multiple IBPS exams?
Yes. You can apply for different categories (e.g., RRBs and PSBs), provided you meet the eligibility criteria for each. However, you can’t apply for multiple posts in the same category (e.g., both Office Assistant and Officer Scale I in RRBs).
9. Where can I find the syllabus and exam pattern?
Each official notification will contain the detailed syllabus and pattern. Generally, IBPS exams test:
- Reasoning Ability
- Quantitative Aptitude / Data Interpretation
- English Language
- General Awareness
- Professional Knowledge (for SO)
10. How should I start preparing?
- Understand the exam structure and syllabus
- Create a study plan aligned with the exam calendar
- Regularly take mock tests
- Focus on revision and time management
