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IBPS Clerk Recruitment 2026 — Apply Online for 11,403 Customer Service Associate Posts

Advt No: CRP-CSA-XVI

The online application window closed on 21 August 2026.

This recruitment has progressed to the examination and preparation phase. Explore the official exam pattern, syllabus, and practice papers below.

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Total Vacancies

11,403 Posts

Eligibility

ANY GRADUATE

Salary Range

29,000 - ₹47,000

Last Date to Apply

21 August 2026

About this Recruitment

The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has released the notification for the Common Recruitment Process for Customer Service Associate (Clerk) posts under CRP-CSA-XVI. A total of 11,403 vacancies across 11 participating public sector banks are open for graduates in any discipline aged between 20 and 28 years as of 1 July 2026. Online registration is active from 1 August 2026 to 21 August 2026 on the authorized portal, followed by Preliminary and Main online examinations.

✨ Copilot Highlights

  • IBPS Clerk Recruitment 2026 (CRP-CSA-XVI) for 11,403 Customer Service Associate posts.
  • Graduation in any discipline from a recognized university required with local language proficiency.
  • Starting gross monthly remuneration ₹29,000 to ₹47,000 depending on posting centre and allowances.
  • Online registration active from 1 August 2026 to 21 August 2026 on ibpsonline.ibps.in.
  • Two-tier online examination (Prelims 100 marks + Mains 200 marks) with 100% merit-based allotment.

Important Dates

1

Notification Released

31 July 2026

2

Application Start Date

1 August 2026

3

Last Date to Apply

21 August 2026

Vacancy Breakdown

Post NameVacanciesEligibility
Customer Service Associate (Clerk)11403 ANY GRADUATE

Age Limit & Eligibility

Minimum Age

20 Years

Maximum Age

28 Years

* Age calculated as on 1 July 2026

Age Relaxations:

OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): +3 Years
SC / ST: +5 Years
PwBD: +10 Years
Ex-Servicemen: +3 Years

⚡ Am I Eligible? (Instant Age & Cut-off Verifier)

Select your DOB and category (Calculated as on 1 July 2026)

Educational Eligibility: ANY GRADUATE
Compensation & 7th CPC Structure

Pay Scale & In-Hand Salary Structure

Pay Level / Grade: Clerk / Customer Service Associate pay follows the participating public sector bank's bipartite settlement pay scale with gross monthly earnings in the ₹29,000 to ₹47,000 range depending on posting location, DA, HRA, and allowances.

Official Pay Scale

₹29,000 - ₹47,000

Monthly Allowances & Earnings
Basic Pay29,000
Dearness Allowance (DA)50% of Basic Pay (₹14,500)
House Rent Allowance (HRA)₹2,610 - ₹7,830 (9% - 27% by City Tier X/Y/Z)
Transport Allowance (TA)₹2,700 + DA
Other AllowancesMedical & Special Allowances (as applicable)
Standard Deductions
NPS (10%) / PF / HealthNPS (10%), Health & Insurance (~₹4,850 - ₹5,850)
Gross Salary₹48,810 - ₹55,480 / month

Estimated In-Hand Salary

₹42,960 - ₹50,630 / month

Scheme of Examination

Exam Pattern & Detailed Syllabus

Download Official Syllabus PDF

Stage 1: Online Preliminary Examination (CBT Prelims)

Exam Mode: Online Computer Based Objective Test

60 Minutes
Total Marks: 100
Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted per incorrect answer
Subject / SectionNo. of QuestionsMax MarksDuration
English Language303020 min
Quantitative Aptitude353520 min
Reasoning Ability353520 min

Key Subject-Wise Syllabus Topics

Quantitative Aptitude

Data Interpretation (Table/Bar/Pie/Caselet)Simplification & ApproximationNumber SeriesArithmetic (Percentage, Profit & Loss, Ratio, SI/CI, Time & Work)

Reasoning Ability

Puzzles & Seating ArrangementSyllogismInequalityCoding-DecodingDirection & DistanceBlood Relations

Banking & Financial Awareness

Indian Banking StructureRBI Monetary PolicyCurrent Affairs (National & International)Financial Terms & Budget
Application Guide

How to Apply Online: Step-by-Step Guide

Keep all required documents, scanned photograph, and signature ready before starting the form.

1

Visit the official recruitment portal: https://www.ibps.in

2

Carefully read the official notification PDF (Advt No: CRP-CSA-XVI) to confirm eligibility criteria.

3

Complete One-Time Registration (OTR) or new user registration on the official portal.

4

Fill in personal details, educational qualifications, and category reservation details accurately.

5

Upload scanned passport-sized photograph (20-50 KB) and signature (10-20 KB) in the prescribed format.

6

Pay the applicable application fee online and download/print the final confirmation page for future reference.

Documents Required & Upload Specifications

Recent Passport Size Color Photograph

20 KB to 50 KB, JPG/JPEG format, white/light background, taken within 3 months

Scanned Candidate Signature

10 KB to 20 KB, JPG/JPEG format, black/blue ink on white paper

Educational Qualification Certificates & Marksheets

100 KB to 300 KB, clearly readable PDF/JPG format

Category / EWS / Domicile Certificate (if applicable)

100 KB to 300 KB, valid PDF format issued by competent authority

Application Fee

General / OBC / EWS₹850
SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen₹175

Payment Modes: Online Payment Gateway (Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, IMPS, Cash Cards/Mobile Wallets, UPI)

Selection Process

1
Stage 1: Phase-I Preliminary Online Examination (100 Objective MCQs, 100 Marks — English, Numerical Ability, Reasoning Ability)
2
Stage 2: Phase-II Main Online Examination (190 MCQs, 200 Marks — General/Financial Awareness, English, Reasoning & Computer Aptitude, Quantitative Aptitude)
3
Stage 3: Local Language Proficiency Test (LPT) of the opted State/UT
4
Stage 4: Document Verification (DV) & Biometric Identity Verification by Allotted Participating Bank
5
Stage 5: Detailed Pre-Employment Medical Fitness Examination & Final Joining

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the total vacancy count in IBPS Clerk Recruitment 2026 (CRP-CSA-XVI)?

A total of 11,403 vacancies for Customer Service Associate (Clerk) positions have been announced across participating public sector banks in India.

What is the educational qualification required for IBPS Clerk 2026?

Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree (Graduation) in any discipline from a recognized university or equivalent qualification, and possess operating and working knowledge in computer systems.

What is the age limit for IBPS Clerk 2026?

Candidates must be between 20 and 28 years of age as of 1 July 2026 (born between 02.07.1998 and 01.07.2006, both dates inclusive). Age relaxation of 3 years for OBC-NCL, 5 years for SC/ST, and 10 years for PwBD applies.

What is the application fee for IBPS Clerk Recruitment 2026?

The application fee is ₹850 for General, OBC, and EWS candidates. SC, ST, PwBD, and Ex-Servicemen candidates pay an intimation fee of ₹175.

What is the selection process for IBPS Clerk?

The selection process consists of two stages: Phase-I Preliminary Online Exam (100 marks: English, Numerical Ability, Reasoning) and Phase-II Main Online Exam (200 marks: General/Financial Awareness, General English, Reasoning & Computer Aptitude, Quantitative Aptitude). There is no interview round for clerical posts.

What is the salary of an IBPS Customer Service Associate (Clerk)?

The starting basic pay is approximately ₹19,900/month with gross monthly earnings ranging from ₹29,000 to ₹47,000 including DA, HRA, Transport Allowance, and special allowances depending on the city category.

Which banks participate in IBPS Clerk 2026 recruitment?

Participating banks include Bank of Baroda, Bank of India, Bank of Maharashtra, Canara Bank, Central Bank of India, Indian Bank, Indian Overseas Bank, Punjab National Bank, Punjab & Sind Bank, UCO Bank, and Union Bank of India.

What is the last date to submit the online application?

The online application window closes on 21 August 2026 on the authorized portal (ibpsonline.ibps.in).

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