IBPS Clerk Recruitment 2026 short notification released for CRP CSA-XVI posts. Check important dates, eligibility, exam pattern, and how to apply online at ibps.in.

BPS Clerk Notification 2026 Out Apply Online from August 1 for 15,736 CSA Vacancies (AI Image)
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The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has released the notification regarding the IBPS Clerk Recruitment 2026 on the official website. This recruitment drive aims to fill 15,736 vacancies for the post of clerks in 11 participating public sector banks across India for the 2027-28 recruitment cycle.
The online application procedure will begin from August 01, 2026, and end on August 21, 2026. The notification provides details regarding eligibility criteria, selection procedure, exam dates, and relevant instructions for the candidates.
The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has released the short notice for IBPS Clerk 2026 (CRP CSA-XVI) on July 27, 2026. Interested candidates can register online from August 1 to August 21, 2026 on the IBPS portal. The IBPS Clerk Preliminary Exam is set for October 10–11, 2026 and the Main Exam for December 27, 2026.
| Particular | Details |
| Recruiting Body | Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) |
| Recruitment Cycle | CRP CSA-XVI ( vacancies for 2027–28) |
| Post Name | Customer Service Associate (CSA) — formerly designated as Clerk. |
| Online Registration Window | August 1, 2026 to August 21, 2026. |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Total Vacancies | 15,736 |
| Eligibility | Graduate degree in any discipline |
| Application Fee | ₹175 (SC/ST/PwBD) and ₹850 (others) |
| Selection Process | Prelims + Mains |
| Official Website | ibps.in |
The online application process will start on August 1, 2026, and the last date to apply will be August 21, 2026. The IBPS Clerk prelims exam is expected in October 2026, while the mains examination is likely to be held on December 27, 2026.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | July 2026 |
| Online Registration Starts | August 1, 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | August 21, 2026 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | August 21, 2026 |
| Prelims Exam | October 2026 |
| Mains Exam | December 2026 |
The application fee for the IBPS Clerk Recruitment must be paid online during the registration period from August 1 to August 21, 2026
The selection process for the IBPS Clerk Recruitment will be conducted in two stages. Which is given below
Once the registration link is active, the candidates can apply online by following these simple steps