Institute of Banking Personnel Selection Customer Service Associate (IBPS Clerk) Examination
IBPS Clerk · 2026
The IBPS Clerk Examination (CRP CSA) is a national-level banking recruitment exam conducted by IBPS to recruit Customer Service Associates (Clerks) in participating Public Sector Banks. The selection process includes Preliminary and Main examinations, followed by Local Language Proficiency Test (where applicable), document verification, and provisional allotment.
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IBPS Clerk 2026
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Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit
20
Min. Age
28
Max. Age
Qualifications Required
- Bachelor's Degree (Graduation)
- Computer Knowledge
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 Years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 Years |
| PwBD | 10 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen (ESM) / Disabled ExServicemen (DESM) | actual period of service rendered in the defence forces + 3 years (8 years for Disabled Ex-Servicemen belonging to SC/ST) subject to a maximum age limit of 50 years |
| Widows / Divorced Women | Age concession upto the age of 35 years for General/EWS, 38 years for OBC and 40 years for SC/ST candidates |
Selection Process
Preliminary Examination
Online Qualifying Test
Main Examination
Online Merit Examination
Local Language Proficiency Test
Wherever applicable
Document Verification
Verification of eligibility documents
Provisional Allotment
Bank allotment based on merit
Exam Pattern
Mode
CBT (Computer-Based)
Duration
60 Minutes
Section-wise Breakdown
| Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Prelims - English Language | 30 | 30 |
| Prelims - Numerical Ability | 35 | 35 |
| Prelims - Reasoning Ability | 35 | 35 |
| Mains - General/ Financial Awareness | 40 | 50 |
| Mains - General English | 40 | 40 |
| Mains - Reasoning Ability | 40 | 60 |
| Mains - Quantitative Aptitude | 40 | 50 |
Duration per Stage
The examination schedule is announced separately by IBPS for every recruitment cycle.
Marking Scheme
+1 mark for every correct answer. 0.25 mark deducted for every incorrect answer. No penalty for unanswered questions.
Salary & Pay Scale
Pay Level
Public Sector Bank Clerical Cadre
Basic Pay Range
₹24,050 – ₹64,480
In-Hand Salary
₹38,000 – ₹45,000 per month (approximately, varies by bank and city)
Allowances Included
Syllabus Overview
The IBPS Clerk examination evaluates candidates in English Language, Reasoning Ability, Numerical Ability, Quantitative Aptitude, Computer Aptitude, and General/Financial Awareness. The Preliminary Examination serves as a qualifying stage, while the Main Examination determines the final merit for provisional allotment.
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Common questions about eligibility, exam pattern, application, and results.
Frequently Asked Questions
The IBPS Clerk Examination is a national-level recruitment process conducted by the Institute of Banking Personnel Selection to recruit Customer Service Associates (formerly Clerks) for participating Public Sector Banks.
Candidates with a bachelor's degree from a recognized university who meet the prescribed age and eligibility criteria can apply.
No. IBPS Clerk recruitment does not include an interview.
The selection process consists of the Preliminary Examination, Main Examination, Local Language Proficiency Test (where applicable), Document Verification, and Provisional Allotment.
Yes. Candidates must possess basic computer literacy as prescribed by IBPS.
The basic pay starts at ₹24,050, with a pay scale up to ₹64,480, along with applicable allowances.
No. A candidate can apply for vacancies in only one State or Union Territory in a recruitment cycle.
Participating Public Sector Banks notified by IBPS for the respective recruitment cycle take part in the Common Recruitment Process.
Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognized university and be 20 to 28 years of age (age relaxation applies for reserved categories as per Government rules). Applicants must also possess basic computer knowledge, be proficient in the local language of the State/UT they are applying for, and satisfy the nationality criteria prescribed by IBPS. This eligibility is verified during the recruitment process.
The minimum age to apply for the IBPS Clerk Exam is 20 years, and the maximum age is 28 years as on the cutoff date specified in the official notification. Candidates belonging to reserved categories such as SC/ST, OBC, PwBD, and Ex-Servicemen are eligible for upper age relaxation as per Government of India rules.