IBPS PO (Probationary Officer) 2026
IBPS PO (Probationary Officer) exam recruits Probationary Officers in public sector banks affiliated with the Institute of Banking Personnel Selection. POs handle banking operations, customer service, and credit functions.
Pay Scale
₹42,000 – ₹1,32,000
per month (7th Pay Commission)
Eligibility
Age: 20-30 years. Educational qualification: Graduate in any discipline from a recognized university. Computer proficiency preferred. Age relaxation for reserved categories.
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IBPS PO (Probationary Officer) – Frequently Asked Questions
What is the age limit for IBPS PO?
IBPS PO age limit is 20–30 years. SC/ST candidates get 5 years relaxation, OBC (NCL) get 3 years, PwBD get 10 years, and ex-servicemen get relaxation as per government norms.
What is the salary of IBPS PO?
IBPS PO starting salary is ₹41,960 per month (basic ₹23,700 + DA + HRA + other allowances). After 2 years probation, salary increases with biennial increments. Total CTC including perks is approximately ₹52,000–58,000 per month.
What is the qualification for IBPS PO?
A graduation degree in any discipline from a recognized university. Proficiency in the official language of the state/UT of the applying bank is preferred. Computer literacy is required.
What is the IBPS PO selection process?
Three stages: Preliminary Exam (100 marks, 1 hour — English, Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning), Main Exam (225 marks + Descriptive Paper — Reasoning, Data Analysis, General Economy/Banking Awareness, English), and Interview (100 marks). Final merit is 80% Main + 20% Interview.
What is the difference between IBPS PO and SBI PO?
IBPS PO fills vacancies in 11 public sector banks (Bank of Baroda, PNB, Canara Bank, etc.) while SBI PO is exclusively for State Bank of India. SBI PO is generally considered more prestigious, has higher competition, and SBI has a slightly higher salary structure.