IBPSCRP-CSA-XVI • 2026
IBPS Clerk 2026
IBPS Customer Service Associate (CSA) recruitment under CRP-CSA-XVI for clerical cadre positions in participating Public Sector Banks.
Total Vacancies
11,403 Indicative
Selection
Prelims → Mains → LLPT
Application Fee
₹850 / ₹175
Latest IBPS Clerk 2026 Notification
IBPS released the official CRP-CSA-XVI notification for Customer Service Associate recruitment on 1 August 2026. Online registration started on 1 August and the last date was extended to 28 August 2026.
The recruitment covers 11,403 indicative vacancies across participating Public Sector Banks. Candidates apply for a particular State/UT and must satisfy the applicable educational, age and local-language requirements.
🔄 Important IBPS Clerk 2026 Updates
Post Name
The recruitment is officially designated Customer Service Associate (CSA) under CRP-CSA-XVI, commonly referred to as IBPS Clerk.
11,403 Indicative Vacancies
The 2026 notification contains 11,403 indicative state/category-wise vacancies across participating Public Sector Banks.
Application Extended
The online registration period was extended through 28 August 2026.
Prelims Date
The IBPS calendar schedules the Preliminary Examination for 10 and 11 October 2026.
Mains Date
The Main Examination is scheduled for 27 December 2026.
Local Language Test
The Local Language Proficiency Test (LLPT) is a qualifying stage for candidates who are required to demonstrate local-language proficiency.
📅 Important Dates 2026
Window Notification
31 July 2026Official CRP-CSA-XVI Notification
1 August 2026Online Registration Start
1 August 2026Online Registration Last Date
28 August 2026Application Editing Window
4–5 September 2026Last Date for Printing Application
12 September 2026Preliminary Examination
10–11 October 2026Main Examination
27 December 2026Local Language Proficiency Test
To Be AnnouncedProvisional Allotment
To Be Announced✅ Eligibility Criteria
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Education
Bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognised university or equivalent qualification.
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Age Limit
20–28 years as specified for CRP-CSA-XVI, with applicable relaxation for eligible categories.
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Nationality
Candidates must satisfy the citizenship/nationality conditions prescribed in the official notification.
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Local Language
Candidates should satisfy the local-language proficiency requirement for the State/UT selected.
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Computer Literacy
Computer literacy is required as prescribed in the official CRP-CSA-XVI notification.
💳 Application Fee
SC / ST / PwBD / Eligible Exempted Categories
₹175
As prescribed under CRP-CSA-XVI
All Other Candidates
₹850
As prescribed under CRP-CSA-XVI
Payment Mode
Online
Online payment through the IBPS application portal
📋 Prelims Syllabus & Exam Pattern
100 Questions|100 Marks|60 Minutes|20 Min / Section|0.25 Negative Marking
The Preliminary Examination consists of three objective tests: English Language, Numerical Ability and Reasoning Ability. Each section is separately timed for 20 minutes. Candidates must qualify in each test and meet the overall cut-off prescribed by IBPS.
English Language
30Q / 30M
⏱ 20 Minutes
Reading ComprehensionCloze TestError SpottingFill in the BlanksPara JumblesVocabularyGrammarSentence Improvement
Numerical Ability
35Q / 35M
⏱ 20 Minutes
SimplificationApproximationNumber SeriesData InterpretationQuadratic EquationsPercentageRatio & ProportionProfit & LossTime & WorkSpeed, Time & Distance
Reasoning Ability
35Q / 35M
⏱ 20 Minutes
PuzzlesSeating ArrangementInequalitySyllogismBlood RelationsDirection SenseCoding-DecodingAlphanumeric SeriesRankingLogical Reasoning
📋 Mains Syllabus & Exam Pattern
155 Questions|200 Marks|120 Minutes|Sectional Timing|0.25 Negative Marking
The Main Examination consists of four objective tests carrying a total of 200 marks. The tests are separately timed. A penalty of one-fourth of the marks assigned to a question applies for each incorrect answer.
General / Financial Awareness
40Q / 50M
⏱ 20 Minutes
Current AffairsBanking AwarenessFinancial AwarenessRBIMonetary PolicyFinancial InstitutionsGovernment SchemesBudget & EconomyStatic GK
⏱ 35 Minutes
Reading ComprehensionCloze TestError SpottingFill in the BlanksPara JumblesVocabularyGrammarSentence Rearrangement
Reasoning Ability
40Q / 60M
⏱ 35 Minutes
PuzzlesSeating ArrangementLogical ReasoningCoding-DecodingSyllogismInequalityData SufficiencyBlood RelationsInput-Output
Quantitative Aptitude
35Q / 50M
⏱ 30 Minutes
Data InterpretationNumber SeriesSimplificationApproximationPercentageRatioAverageProfit & LossSimple & Compound InterestTime & WorkTime & DistanceProbability
Mains Pattern: 155 objective questions, 200 marks and 120 minutes. The four sections are separately timed. Candidates shortlisted as per IBPS requirements proceed to the applicable Local Language Proficiency Test.
🗣️ Local Language Proficiency Test (LLPT)
Candidates applying for a State/UT must satisfy the prescribed proficiency requirement in the specified local language. The Local Language Proficiency Test is qualifying in nature and is conducted as prescribed by IBPS. Candidates should check the CRP-CSA-XVI notification for the language applicable to their selected State/UT.
🏆 IBPS Clerk Selection Process 2026
STEP 01
Prelims
Online Preliminary Examination covering English Language, Numerical Ability and Reasoning Ability.
STEP 02
Mains
Online Main Examination covering General/Financial Awareness, English, Reasoning and Quantitative Aptitude.
STEP 03
LLPT
Local Language Proficiency Test for candidates as applicable to the selected State/UT.
STEP 04
Provisional Allotment
Final provisional allotment is made according to the applicable CRP-CSA-XVI process and participating-bank vacancies.
💰 IBPS Clerk Salary & Career Growth
Customer Service Associate
₹19,900 Basic Pay
Plus applicable allowances
Approx. Salary
₹24,000 – ₹64,000+
Varies by bank, location and allowances
Career Growth
CSA → Officer → Manager
Promotion depends on participating bank
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