IBPS Clerk Notification 2026: The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has officially released the IBPS Clerk 16th Notification 2026 for the recruitment of Customer Service Associates (CSA) under CRP CSA-XVI. Earlier known as the IBPS Clerk Recruitment, the post has now been renamed as Customer Service Associate (CSA) while the recruitment process remains largely the same.
This recruitment drive is being conducted for 11,403 indicative vacancies in participating Public Sector Banks for the financial year 2027-28. Interested candidates can submit their online applications through the official IBPS portal from 1 August 2026 to 21 August 2026.
The IBPS Customer Service Associate Notification 2026 marks the continuation of the recruitment process formerly known as the IBPS Clerk examination. While the designation has changed from Clerk to Customer Service Associate (CSA), the recruitment procedure, IBPS Clerk Eligibility Criteria, and examination process remain largely similar.
| IBPS Clerk Recruitment 2026 Overview | |
|---|---|
| Particulars | Details |
| Conducting Body | Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) |
| Recruitment Name | CRP CSA-XVI |
| Post Name | Customer Service Associate (Formerly Clerk) |
| Advertisement | IBPS Clerk Notification 2026 |
| Vacancies | 11,403 indicative vacancies |
| Registration Dates | 1 August 2026 to 21 August 2026 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Selection Process | Preliminary Exam, Main Exam, Provisional Allotment |
| Job Location | Across India |
| Official Website | www.ibps.in |
The IBPS Clerk Notification PDF 2026 has been officially released by the Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) for the CRP CSA-XVI recruitment. The detailed notification provides complete information regarding the recruitment of Customer Service Associates (CSA), formerly known as IBPS Clerks, in participating Public Sector Banks. Candidates are advised to carefully read the notification before filling out the online application form to ensure they meet all eligibility conditions and understand the recruitment process. The online application window is open from 1 August to 21 August 2026.
IBPS has published a month-wise schedule for exams and related activities. Online registration and fee payment dates are fixed. Other activities are listed as tentative months. Use the table below to track each event.
The application edit window is available for 2 days after closure of registration, and the fee payment period aligns with the registration window.
| Event | Date |
| IBPS Clerk Notification Release | 1 August 2026 |
| Online Registration Begins | 1 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 21 August 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 21 August 2026 |
| Application Edit Window | After Registration Closes |
| Pre-Examination Training (PET) | September 2026 |
| IBPS Clerk Prelims Exam Date 2026 | October 2026 |
| Prelims Result | November 2026 |
| IBPS Clerk Mains Exam Date 2026 | December 2026 |
| Provisional Allotment | March 2027 |
The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has announced 11,403 indicative vacancies for the recruitment of Customer Service Associates (CSA) (formerly Clerk) under CRP CSA-XVI. The IBPS Clerk Vacancies are available across 11 participating Public Sector Banks for the 2027–28 recruitment cycle. The complete state-wise and category-wise vacancy distribution is provided in Annexure-I of the official notification.
| State/UT | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Andaman & Nicobar Islands | 18 |
| Andhra Pradesh | 186 |
| Arunachal Pradesh | 45 |
| Assam | 349 |
| Bihar | 491 |
| Chandigarh | 20 |
| Chhattisgarh | 265 |
| Dadra & Nagar Haveli | 18 |
| Daman & Diu | 7 |
| Delhi | 415 |
| Goa | 61 |
| Gujarat | 698 |
| Haryana | 196 |
| Himachal Pradesh | 97 |
| Jammu & Kashmir | 67 |
| Jharkhand | 182 |
| Karnataka | 1,414 |
| Kerala | 108 |
| Ladakh | 6 |
| Lakshadweep | 11 |
| Madhya Pradesh | 570 |
| Maharashtra | 1,051 |
| Manipur | 42 |
| Meghalaya | 22 |
| Mizoram | 17 |
| Nagaland | 31 |
| Odisha | 249 |
| Puducherry | 19 |
| Punjab | 276 |
| Rajasthan | 328 |
| Sikkim | 20 |
| Tamil Nadu | 894 |
| Telangana | 261 |
| Tripura | 32 |
| Uttar Pradesh | 1,315 |
| Uttarakhand | 102 |
| West Bengal | 540 |
| Total | 11,403 |
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| UR | 4,740 |
| OBC | 2,815 |
| EWS | 996 |
| SC | 1,910 |
| ST | 942 |
| Total | 11,403 |
Note: The vacancies are indicative and may change depending on the requirements of participating banks before provisional allotment. Candidates should refer to the official notification for the detailed bank-wise, state-wise, and category-wise vacancy breakup.
The IBPS Clerk 2026 Apply Online Link for CRP CSA-XVI (Customer Service Associate) has been activated on the official IBPS website. Eligible candidates can complete the online registration process from 1 August 2026 to 21 August 2026. Applications will be accepted only through online mode, and no offline application forms will be entertained. Candidates are advised to complete the registration, upload the required documents, pay the application fee, and submit the form well before the last date to avoid last-minute technical issues.
Candidates can apply online by following these steps:
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| SC/ST/PwBD/ESM/DESM | ₹175 |
| Others | ₹850 |
Bank transaction charges, if applicable, shall be borne by the candidate.
Candidates should keep the following ready while applying:
Graduation Certificate
Aadhaar Card/Valid ID Proof
Passport Size Photograph
Signature
Thumb Impression
Handwritten Declaration
Category Certificate (if applicable)
PwBD Certificate (if applicable)
Candidates must satisfy the eligibility criteria prescribed by IBPS.
Candidates should possess:
|
Criteria |
Age |
|
Minimum Age |
20 Years |
|
Maximum Age |
28 Years |
Age relaxation will be applicable for reserved categories as per Government of India rules.
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 Years |
| OBC (NCL) | 3 Years |
| PwBD | 10 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen | As per Government Rules |
| Widows/Divorced Women | Up to 35–40 Years depending on category |
The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has announced the IBPS Clerk Exam Date 2026 along with the CRP CSA-XVI notification. As per the official schedule, the IBPS Clerk Preliminary Examination will be conducted on 10 and 11 October 2026, while the Main Examination is scheduled for 27 December 2026.
The IBPS Clerk Selection Process 2026 consists of the following stages:
Candidates will appear for the online preliminary examination.
Candidates qualifying the prelims will be shortlisted for the mains examination.
Final allotment will be made based on the marks obtained in the Main Examination and the preferences submitted by candidates.
There is no interview for IBPS Clerk recruitment.
Selected candidates will receive the following basic pay: ₹24,050 – 64,480
