The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has officially released the notification for IBPS Clerk Recruitment 2025 under the Common Recruitment Process (CRP) for Clerks – XV. This recruitment is for the vacancies of Customer Service Associate (CSA), commonly known as Clerk posts, for the year 2026–27 in participating banks across India
The online application process has begun on 01 August 2025, and the last date to apply is 21 August 2025. The recruitment will be conducted through a Preliminary and Main Online Exam, tentatively scheduled in October and November 2025.
This is a golden opportunity for graduates looking to build a stable career in the Indian banking sector. Interested candidates can apply through the official IBPS website
IBPS Clerk Recruitment 2025 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| 📌 Organization | Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) |
| 🧾 Post Name | Customer Service Associate (Clerk) |
| 📝 Exam Name | CRP Clerks – XV (CSA XV) |
| 📅 Recruitment Year | 2026–27 |
| 📥 Application Mode | Online |
| 📊 Selection Process | Preliminary Exam + Main Exam |
| 🌐 Official Website | www.ibps.in |
| 📢 Vacancies | To be announced (State-wise details soon) |
IBPS Clerk Recruitment 2025 – Important Dates
| Activity | Date |
|---|---|
| 📅 Online Registration | 01 August to 21 August 2025 |
| 💳 Application Fee Payment | 01 August to 21 August 2025 |
| 🧑🏫 Pre-Exam Training (PET) | September 2025 (Tentative) |
| 📝 Preliminary Examination | October 2025 (Tentative) |
| 📈 Preliminary Result | October / November 2025 |
| 🧪 Main Examination | November 2025 (Tentative) |
| 🏁 Provisional Allotment | March 2026 |
IBPS Clerk 2025 – Application Fees
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹850/- |
| SC / ST / PwD / Ex-Servicemen | ₹175/- |
| 💳 Payment Mode | Online only |
IBPS Clerk Vacancy 2025 – State-Wise (To Be Notified)
The exact number of vacancies for each state/UT and bank will be released shortly with the detailed notification. The positions will be distributed among the participating public sector banks.
We will update the table here as soon as the state-wise vacancy chart is published by IBPS.
Eligibility Criteria for IBPS Clerk 2025
🔹 Educational Qualification (as on 21.08.2025)
Candidates must possess a Graduation degree in any discipline from a recognized university.
Computer Literacy: Operating and working knowledge in computer systems is mandatory.
Certificate/Diploma/Degree in computer operations or
Studied computer/information technology as a subject in school/college.
🔹 Age Limit (as on 01.08.2025)
| Criteria | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 20 Years |
| Maximum Age | 28 Years |
🔸 Candidates must have been born between 02.08.1997 and 01.08.2005 (both dates inclusive).
🧾 Age Relaxation (as per government rules):
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 years |
| OBC (Non-creamy) | 3 years |
| PwD | 10 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | 5 years |
| Widows/Divorced Women | 9 years |
IBPS Clerk 2025 – Selection Process
The selection process will consist of the following stages:
Preliminary Online Examination
Main Online Examination
Document Verification
Medical Fitness Test
📌 No interview is conducted for Clerical posts.
IBPS Clerk 2025 – Exam Pattern
Preliminary Examination Pattern
| Section | No. of Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| English Language | 30 | 30 | 20 mins |
| Numerical Ability | 35 | 35 | 20 mins |
| Reasoning Ability | 35 | 35 | 20 mins |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 60 mins |
Each question carries 1 mark.
Negative marking of 0.25 marks for wrong answers.
Main Examination Pattern
| Section | No. of Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| General/Financial Awareness | 50 | 50 | 35 mins |
| General English | 40 | 40 | 35 mins |
| Reasoning Ability & Computer Aptitude | 50 | 60 | 45 mins |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 50 | 50 | 45 mins |
| Total | 190 | 200 | 160 mins |
How to Apply for IBPS Clerk Recruitment 2025?
Follow these steps to apply online:
Visit the official IBPS portal: www.ibps.in
Click on CRP Clerical > CRP-Clerks-XV
Click on “Apply Online”
Register using your mobile number and email ID
Fill in the application form with personal and educational details
Upload scanned photo, signature, thumb impression, and handwritten declaration
Pay the application fee through online mode
Submit the application and download the PDF for future reference
📌 Handwritten Declaration (Sample Text)
Important Links – IBPS Clerk 2025
| Title | Link |
|---|---|
| 📢 IBPS Clerk 2025 Short Notice | Click Here |
| 🌐 IBPS Official Website | www.ibps.in |