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⚠️ Short Information: Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has officially released the short notice advertisement for the Common Recruitment Process for Customer Service Associates (Clerical Cadre - CRP CSA-XVI / 16th Exam) in participating public sector banks. The detailed notification with state-wise vacancy distribution is expected on 31 July 2026. Eligible candidates can register and apply online between 01 August 2026 and 21 August 2026.
| 📅 Important Dates – IBPS Clerk CRP CSA-XVI (16th Exam) | |
|---|---|
| Event | Date |
| Short Notice Released | 27 July 2026 |
| Detailed Notification Expected | 31 July 2026 |
| Online Application Begin | 01 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 21 August 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 21 August 2026 |
| Pre-Exam Training (PET) | September 2026 |
| Online Preliminary Exam Date | October 2026 (Expected 10 & 11 Oct) |
| Online Main Exam Date | 27 December 2026 |
| Provisional Allotment | April 2027 |
| 💳 Application Fee | |
|---|---|
| Category | Fee |
| General / OBC / EWS Candidates | Rs. 850/- |
| SC / ST / PwD Candidates | Rs. 175/- |
| Payment Mode | Online (Net Banking, Credit Card, Debit Card, UPI, Mobile Wallets) |
| 🎂 Age Limit (Expected as of 01 August 2026) | |
|---|---|
| Criteria | Age |
| Minimum Age Limit | 20 Years |
| Maximum Age Limit | 28 Years |
| 💡 Age Relaxation is applicable as per government guidelines (OBC - 3 Years, SC/ST - 5 Years, PwD - 10 Years). Refer to detailed notification for banking sector norms. | |
| 📋 Vacancy Details – IBPS Clerk CRP CSA-XVI (16th Exam) | |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Total Vacancies |
| Customer Service Associate (Clerical Cadre - CRP CSA-XVI) | To Be Announced (State-wise) |
| 🎓 Eligibility Criteria – IBPS Clerk (2026) | |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Eligibility Requirements |
| Customer Service Associate (Clerk) |
• Educational Qualification: Bachelor's Degree (Graduation) in any stream/discipline from a recognized University in India. • Computer Literacy: Operating and working knowledge of computer systems is mandatory (candidates should have Certificate/Diploma/Degree in computer operations/Language OR should have studied Computer / Information Technology as one of the subjects in High School/College/Institute). • Local Language Proficiency: Proficiency in the official language of the State/UT for which candidate wishes to apply is highly preferred. |
| 📚 IBPS Clerk Selection & Exam Pattern | |
|---|---|
| Stage | Exam Pattern & Selection Criteria |
| Stage 1: Preliminary Exam (Online) |
• Total Questions: 100 Marks (100 MCQs) • Duration: 60 Minutes (20 minutes sectional timing) • Subjects: English Language (30 Qs), Quantitative Aptitude (35 Qs), Reasoning Ability (35 Qs). • Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted for wrong answers. • Qualifying in nature for the Main Exam. |
| Stage 2: Main Exam (Online) |
• Total Questions: 190 Qs (200 Marks) • Duration: 160 Minutes • Subjects: General/Financial Awareness (50 Qs), General English (40 Qs), Reasoning Ability & Computer Aptitude (50 Qs), Quantitative Aptitude (50 Qs). • Provisional allotment prepare list is calculated strictly on the basis of Stage-2 Main exam scores. (No Interview Stage). |
| 🔗 Important Links – IBPS Clerk CRP CSA-XVI (2026) | |
|---|---|
| Description | Link |
| ✅ Apply Online (Link Active on 01-08-2026) | Link Active on 01-08-2026 |
| Download Official Short Advertisement PDF | Click Here |
| IBPS Official Website | Click Here |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) – IBPS Clerk XVI Exam 2026
⚠️ All details are for informational purposes only. Candidates must verify all terms and specifications from the official IBPS portal ibps.in before submitting applications.