IBPS PO 2026 Guide
The Ultimate Probationary
Officer Roadmap 2026
From notification to final selection – every milestone you need to master for the 2026 cycle.
Officer Rank
Promotion Path
11+ PS Banks
Exam Timeline 2026
Notification
August 2026
Prelims Exam
October 2026
Mains Exam
November 2026
Final Result
April 2027
Exam Pattern
| Section | Qs | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| English Language | 30 | 30 | 20 Min |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 35 | 35 | 20 Min |
| Reasoning Ability | 35 | 35 | 20 Min |
Negative Marking: 0.25
Sectional Cutoffs Apply
Detailed Syllabus
Reasoning Ability
Puzzles (3-Variable)Seating ArrangementSyllogismCoding-DecodingAdvanced Input-OutputBlood RelationsData SufficiencyLogical Reasoning
Quantitative Aptitude
Data Interpretation (Elite)Missing Number SeriesQuadratic EquationsArithmetic Word ProblemsProbabilityPermutationsMensuration
English Language
Reading ComprehensionCloze TestError DetectionSentence ImprovementPara JumblesColumn Based Matching
Banking Awareness
RBI NotificationsMonetary PolicyUnion Budget 2026Current Financial AffairsStatic Banking GKFinancial Institutions
Eligibility Criteria
Education
Graduation Degree
Degree in any discipline from a recognized University. Computer literacy is mandatory.
Age Limit
20 – 30 Years
Upper age limit relaxations apply for reserved categories as per govt norms.
Salary Structure
Estimated Monthly Gross
₹56,000 – ₹68,000
HRAMedicalTravelDA & Special Allowance
Basic Pay₹36,000+
RankOfficer Scale-1
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