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IBPS Calendar Released: 16 January 2026 | Source: ibps.in & sbi.co.in

⏰ Last Updated: 8 March 2026
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📢 IBPS Calendar 2026 Released! The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection released the official IBPS Exam Calendar 2026 on 16 January 2026. All major dates for IBPS PO, Clerk, SO, and RRB exams are now official.

📅 Bank Exam Calendar 2026 — Official IBPS Dates

ExamStageOfficial Date
IBPS PO 2026Prelims22–23 August 2026
IBPS PO 2026Mains4 October 2026
IBPS Clerk 2026Prelims10–11 October 2026
IBPS Clerk 2026Mains27 December 2026
IBPS SO 2026Prelims29 August 2026
IBPS RRB Officer Scale-I 2026PrelimsTo be announced
SBI PO 2026Prelims1–2 August 2026 (expected)
SBI PO 2026Mains12 September 2026 (expected)
SBI Junior Associate (Clerk) 2026Prelims27 Sep & 3 Oct 2026 (expected)
SBI Clerk 2026Mains7 November 2026 (expected)
SBI CBO 2026Written Exam14 March 2026 (2,273 posts)
RBI Assistant 2026Prelims1 March 2026 (650 posts)
RBI Grade B 2026Phase ITo be announced

📋 IBPS PO 2026 — Key Details

Conducting Body: Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) | Website: ibps.in

FeatureDetails
PostsProbationary Officer / Management Trainee
Banks Covered19 Public Sector Banks (Canara, PNB, BOI, BOB, UCO, etc.)
EducationAny Graduation from recognised University
Age Limit20–30 years (OBC: 33, SC/ST: 35)
Prelims Date22–23 August 2026 (Official IBPS Calendar)
Mains Date4 October 2026 (Official IBPS Calendar)
Starting Salary~₹52,000/month (Pay Scale: ₹36,000–₹63,840)
SelectionPrelims → Mains → Interview

📋 IBPS Clerk 2026 — Key Details

FeatureDetails
PostClerical Cadre in Public Sector Banks
EducationAny Graduation from recognised University
Age Limit20–28 years (OBC: 31, SC/ST: 33)
Prelims Date10–11 October 2026 (Official IBPS Calendar)
Mains Date27 December 2026 (Official IBPS Calendar)
Starting Salary~₹26,000/month (Pay Scale: ₹17,900–₹47,920)
SelectionPrelims → Mains (no interview)

📋 SBI CBO 2026 — NOW (2,273 Posts)

FeatureDetails
PostCircle Based Officer (CBO)
Vacancies2,273 posts
Notification RefCRPD/CBO/2025-26/18
Exam Date14 March 2026
EducationGraduation + Experience (post-wise)
Age Limit21–30 years (as per notification)
Official Websitesbi.co.in/web/careers

📋 RBI Assistant 2026 — 650 Posts

FeatureDetails
Vacancies650 posts
Prelims Exam1 March 2026
EducationBachelor's Degree minimum 50% marks (General)
Age Limit20–28 years
Official Websiterbi.org.in/careers

💰 Bank Job Salary Comparison 2026

Exam / PostPay ScaleGross Salary (Approx)
RBI Grade B Officer₹55,200 basic₹80,000–₹1,00,000/month
SBI PO₹48,480 basic₹70,000–₹80,000/month
IBPS PO / MT₹36,000 basic₹50,000–₹60,000/month
IBPS SO (IT/Law)₹36,000 basic₹50,000–₹58,000/month
SBI Clerk (JA)₹26,730 basic₹35,000–₹42,000/month
IBPS Clerk₹17,900 basic₹25,000–₹32,000/month

✅ Common Eligibility for Bank Jobs 2026

CriteriaIBPS PO/ClerkSBI PORBI Assistant
EducationAny GraduationAny GraduationBachelor's 50%+
Age (General)20–28/3021–3020–28
Computer KnowledgePreferredRequiredRequired
LanguageLocal language proficiency—Local language

🔗 Official Websites

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❓ FAQ — Bank Jobs 2026

When is IBPS PO 2026 exam date?
As per the official IBPS Exam Calendar 2026 (released 16 January 2026), IBPS PO Prelims is scheduled on 22–23 August 2026 and Mains on 4 October 2026.
When is IBPS Clerk 2026?
IBPS Clerk 2026 Prelims is on 10–11 October 2026 and Mains is on 27 December 2026 as per the official IBPS Calendar.
Which bank exam is easiest in 2026?
IBPS Clerk and SBI Junior Associate (Clerk) are considered relatively accessible compared to PO exams. However, competition is high for all. Prepare consistently for best results.
What is the salary of IBPS PO in 2026?
IBPS PO starting pay scale is ₹36,000–₹63,840 with a gross salary of approximately ₹50,000–₹60,000 per month including DA, HRA, and other allowances.
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