IBPS PO 2026 Eligibility Criteria – Age, Qualification & Reservations

IBPS PO

Institute of Banking Personnel SelectionGraduate hard

All eligibility conditions must be satisfied as on the closing date of the online application.

Educational Qualification

RequirementDetails
Minimum QualificationBachelor's Degree in any discipline from a recognised University / Institution
Final Year StudentsCan apply provisionally; must present degree proof by interview date
Computer LiteracyKnowledge of computers is desirable (not mandatory at application stage)

Age Limit

CategoryMinimum AgeMaximum Age
General / EWS20 years30 years
OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)20 years33 years
SC / ST20 years35 years
PwD (General / EWS)20 years40 years
PwD (OBC)20 years43 years
PwD (SC/ST)20 years45 years
Ex-Servicemen20 yearsActual age minus service, subject to max 40/45 years

Nationality

Candidates must be a citizen of India. Persons from Nepal, Bhutan, and Tibetan refugees settled before Jan 1962, and persons of Indian origin from specified countries may also be eligible.

Language Proficiency

Candidates are advised to check the official notification for language proficiency requirements of specific banks, as some PSBs may require knowledge of the local/regional language for posting in specific states.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q.Can final year graduation students apply for IBPS PO 2026?

Yes. Final year students can apply provisionally, but must produce their degree proof (certificate or mark sheet) at the time of the interview.

Q.Is there a percentage requirement for IBPS PO?

No. IBPS PO does not require a minimum percentage in graduation. A pass degree is sufficient.

Q.Is the age limit the same across all 11 banks?

Yes. The age limit is uniform as specified in the IBPS CRP notification and applies to all 11 participating banks.

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