The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has officially released the IBPS CRP CSA-XVI Notification 2026 for the recruitment of 11,403 Customer Service Associate (Clerk) posts in participating public sector banks across India. This recruitment drive is one of the largest banking opportunities for graduates seeking a stable government career.
Eligible candidates can submit their online applications from 1st August 2026 to 21st August 2026 through the official IBPS portal. The recruitment process includes Preliminary Examination, Main Examination, and Local Language Proficiency Test, followed by provisional allotment.
IBPS Clerk Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Organization | Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) |
| Examination Name | IBPS CRP Customer Service Associate (CSA-XVI) |
| Post Name | Customer Service Associate (Clerk) |
| Total Vacancies | 11,403 Posts |
| Assam Vacancies | 349 Posts |
| Vacancy Year | 2027–2028 |
| Job Type | Banking Job |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Qualification | Graduation |
| Age Limit | 20–28 Years |
| Salary | ₹24,050 – ₹64,480 |
| Application Start Date | 1 August 2026 |
| Last Date | 21 August 2026 |
| Official Website | IBPS |
IBPS Clerk Salary 2026
Selected candidates will receive an attractive salary under the banking pay scale.
Pay Scale
₹24,050 – 1,340/3 – ₹28,070 – 1,650/3 – ₹33,020 – 2,000/4 – ₹41,020 – 2,340/7 – ₹57,400 – 4,400/1 – ₹61,800 – 2,680/1 – ₹64,480
Apart from the basic salary, employees are also entitled to various allowances such as DA, HRA, Transport Allowance, Medical Benefits and other perks as per bank rules.
IBPS Clerk Vacancy 2026
Category-wise Vacancy
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| UR | 4,740 |
| SC | 1,910 |
| ST | 942 |
| OBC (NCL) | 2,815 |
| EWS | 996 |
| Total | 11,403 |
State-wise Vacancy
| State/UT | Posts |
|---|---|
| Uttar Pradesh | 1,731 |
| Karnataka | 1,414 |
| Maharashtra | 1,051 |
| West Bengal | 946 |
| Gujarat | 698 |
| Tamil Nadu | 675 |
| Madhya Pradesh | 570 |
| Bihar | 491 |
| Punjab | 481 |
| Delhi | 415 |
| Rajasthan | 392 |
| Assam | 349 |
| Odisha | 337 |
| Chhattisgarh | 265 |
| Haryana | 196 |
| Telangana | 191 |
| Andhra Pradesh | 186 |
| Jharkhand | 182 |
| Uttarakhand | 145 |
| Kerala | 108 |
| Himachal Pradesh | 97 |
| Jammu & Kashmir | 67 |
| Tripura | 64 |
| Goa | 61 |
| Arunachal Pradesh | 45 |
| Manipur | 42 |
| Nagaland | 31 |
| Sikkim | 28 |
| Puducherry | 26 |
| Meghalaya | 22 |
| Chandigarh | 20 |
| Andaman & Nicobar | 18 |
| Dadra & Nagar Haveli | 18 |
| Mizoram | 17 |
| Lakshadweep | 11 |
| Daman & Diu | 7 |
| Ladakh | 6 |
Assam Bank-wise Vacancy
| Bank | Posts |
|---|---|
| Punjab National Bank | 102 |
| Canara Bank | 55 |
| Central Bank of India | 54 |
| Indian Bank | 40 |
| Bank of Baroda | 36 |
| Punjab & Sind Bank | 30 |
| UCO Bank | 12 |
| Indian Overseas Bank | 8 |
| Bank of Maharashtra | 2 |
| Bank of India | 0 |
| Union Bank of India | NR |
| Total | 349 |
Eligibility Criteria
Nationality
Applicants must be:
- Indian Citizen, or
- Subject of Nepal or Bhutan as per IBPS guidelines.
Age Limit
Candidates must be 20 to 28 years as on 1 August 2026.
Date of Birth: Between 2 August 1998 and 1 August 2006 (both dates inclusive).
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 Years |
| OBC (NCL) | 3 Years |
| PwBD | 10 Years |
Educational Qualification
Candidates should possess:
- Graduation in any discipline from a recognized University or equivalent qualification approved by the Government of India.
- Graduation certificate/mark sheet should be available at the time of online registration.
Computer Knowledge
Applicants must have working knowledge of computers through:
- Certificate/Diploma/Degree in Computer Applications, or
- Computer/IT studied as a subject during school or college.
Local Language Requirement
Candidates must be able to read, write, speak and understand the official language of the State/UT for which they are applying.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen | ₹175 |
| All Other Categories | ₹850 |
Payment Mode: Online via Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI, IMPS or Mobile Wallet.
Exam Centres in Assam
Preliminary Examination
- Dibrugarh
- Guwahati
- Jorhat
- Silchar
- Tezpur
Main Examination
- Dibrugarh
- Guwahati
- Jorhat
- Silchar
Selection Process
The recruitment process consists of:
- Preliminary Examination
- Main Examination
- Local Language Proficiency Test
- Provisional Allotment
How to Apply Online?
Eligible candidates can submit their application by following these simple steps:
- Visit the official IBPS online application portal.
- Register using the New Registration option.
- Log in using your registration credentials.
- Fill in all personal, educational and communication details.
- Upload photograph, signature and required documents.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Review all details carefully before final submission.
- Submit the application and download the confirmation page for future reference.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Starts | 1 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 21 August 2026 |
| Preliminary Exam | 10 & 11 October 2026 |
| Main Examination | 27 December 2026 |
| Provisional Allotment | March 2027 |
Why Apply for IBPS Clerk 2026?
- ✅ 11,403 vacancies across India
- ✅ 349 vacancies in Assam
- ✅ Graduation is the minimum qualification
- ✅ Attractive salary up to ₹64,480
- ✅ Excellent career growth in public sector banks
- ✅ Additional allowances, job security and pension-related benefits
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Important Web-Links of IBPS Clerk Vacancy
| Online Application Form | Click Here |
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
Selection Process of IBPS Clerk Recruitment
The structure of the Examinations which will be conducted online are as follows:
Preliminary Examination
Candidates have to qualify in each of the three tests by securing cut-off marks to be decided by IBPS. Adequate number of candidates in each category as decided by IBPS depending upon requirements will be shortlisted for Online Main examination.
| Subjects | No. of Questions | Maximum Marks | Time allotted |
| English Language | 30 | 30 | 20 minutes |
| Numerical Ability | 35 | 35 | 20 minutes |
| Reasoning Ability | 35 | 35 | 20 minutes |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 60 minutes |
Main Examination
The Main examination consists of following sections.
| Subjects | No. of Questions | Maximum Marks | Time allotted |
| General/ Financial Awareness | 40 | 50 | 20 minutes |
| General English | 40 | 40 | 35 minutes |
| Reasoning Ability & Computer Aptitude | 40 | 60 | 35 minutes |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 40 | 50 | 35 minutes |
| Total | 160 | 200 | 125 minutes |
