🏦 IBPS Clerk Recruitment 2026
The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has announced the Common Recruitment Process for Customer Service Associates (CRP CSA-XVI) for the recruitment year 2027–28. A total of 11,403 Customer Service Associate (Clerk) vacancies are available across participating banks in India.
Graduates who meet the prescribed eligibility criteria can submit their applications online. The online application process began on 1 August 2026, and the last date to apply is 28 August 2026.
⭐ IBPS Clerk 2026 – Quick Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Organisation | Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) |
| Examination | CRP Customer Service Associate-XVI |
| Post Name | Customer Service Associate |
| Total Vacancies | 11,403 Posts |
| Vacancies in Assam | 349 Posts |
| Qualification | Graduation in any discipline |
| Age Limit | 20–28 Years |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Fee | ₹850 / ₹175 |
| Application Start Date | 1 August 2026 |
| Last Date | 28 August 2026 |
| Preliminary Exam | 10 & 11 October 2026 |
| Main Exam | 27 December 2026 |
📌 IBPS Clerk Vacancy Details
IBPS has announced 11,403 Customer Service Associate vacancies under CRP CSA-XVI.
Category-wise Vacancy
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| UR | 4,740 |
| SC | 1,910 |
| ST | 942 |
| OBC-NCL | 2,815 |
| EWS | 996 |
| Total | 11,403 |
📍 IBPS Clerk Vacancy in Assam
Candidates applying for vacancies in Assam can compete for 349 Customer Service Associate posts.
| Participating Bank | Vacancies in Assam |
|---|---|
| Bank of Baroda | 36 |
| Canara Bank | 55 |
| Indian Overseas Bank | 8 |
| UCO Bank | 12 |
| Central Bank of India | 54 |
| Punjab National Bank | 102 |
| Bank of Maharashtra | 2 |
| Indian Bank | 40 |
| Punjab & Sind Bank | 30 |
| Union Bank of India | NR |
| Bank of India | 0 |
| Total | 349 |
🎓 IBPS Clerk Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a university recognised by the Government of India or possess an equivalent qualification recognised by the Central Government.
Applicants must have their valid graduation mark sheet or degree certificate available at the time of online registration and must enter their graduation details in the application form.
💻 Computer Knowledge
Candidates should have basic working knowledge of computer systems. This requirement can be fulfilled through a Certificate, Diploma or Degree in Computer Operations/Language, or by having studied Computer/Information Technology as a subject at school or college level.
🗣️ Local Language Requirement
Applicants must be proficient in the official/local language of the State or Union Territory for which they are applying. Proficiency includes the ability to read, write, speak and understand the specified language.
🎯 Age Limit
The applicant’s age should be between 20 and 28 years as on 1 August 2026.
Candidates must have been born between:
2 August 1998 and 1 August 2006
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST | 5 Years |
| OBC-NCL | 3 Years |
| PwBD | 10 Years |
💰 IBPS Clerk Salary / Pay Scale
Selected Customer Service Associates will receive pay according to the applicable IBPS clerical pay structure.
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
In addition to basic pay, employees may receive applicable allowances and benefits according to the rules of the participating bank.
💳 Application Fee
| Candidate Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| SC / ST / PwBD / EXSM | ₹175/- |
| All Other Candidates | ₹850/- |
The fee is inclusive of applicable GST and can be paid through the available online payment methods.
📝 How to Apply for IBPS Clerk Recruitment 2026
Eligible candidates can apply online through the official IBPS recruitment portal.
Step-by-Step Application Process
- Visit the official IBPS website.
- Open the CRP CSA-XVI recruitment section.
- Select “New Registration” and complete the registration process.
- Log in using your registration credentials.
- Enter your personal, educational and other required details.
- Upload the required photograph, signature and documents in the prescribed format.
- Select the appropriate State/UT and provide the required local-language details.
- Pay the application fee according to your category.
- Carefully review all information before submitting the application.
- Submit the form and save/print a copy of the completed application for future reference.
Important Web-Links of IBPS Clerk Vacancy
| Online Application Form | Click Here |
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Join WhatsApp Channel | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
🗓️ Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Starts | 1 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 28 August 2026 |
| Preliminary Examination | 10 & 11 October 2026 |
| Main Examination | 27 December 2026 |
| Provisional Allotment | March 2027 |
📍 IBPS Exam Centres in Assam
Preliminary Examination
- Dibrugarh
- Guwahati
- Jorhat
- Silchar
- Tezpur
Main Examination
- Dibrugarh
- Guwahati
- Jorhat
- Silchar
🔔 Important Information for Candidates
The IBPS Clerk/Customer Service Associate recruitment is a major banking opportunity for graduates. Candidates from Assam applying for Assam vacancies should ensure that they meet the local-language proficiency requirement before submitting their application.
The last date to submit the online application is 28 August 2026, so eligible candidates should complete the registration and fee payment before the deadline.
Candidates are advised to read the official IBPS notification carefully and verify all eligibility requirements, vacancy details and instructions before applying.
