IBPS Clerk — older updates
Every cycle of news + important dates we've captured for IBPS Clerk (Prelims), oldest cycles at the bottom. Live information is on the main exam page; this archive preserves what each previous cycle officially announced.
Older news (35)
IBPS has extended the last date to apply for Clerk recruitment 2026 from August 21 to August 28, 2026. Candidates who missed the earlier deadline can now complete registration and fee payment within the revised window for 11,403 CSA vacancies.
Read full notice →Archived 2 Sept 2026
According to the official IBPS Calendar 2026-27, the Preliminary Examination is scheduled for October 10 and 11, 2026, while the Main Examination will be conducted on December 27, 2026.
Read full notice →Archived 2 Sept 2026
The IBPS Clerk 2026 application portal opened on August 1, 2026, allowing eligible graduates aged 20-28 years to apply online. Candidates are advised to complete registration before the deadline to avoid last-minute technical issues.
Read full notice →Archived 23 Aug 2026
According to the official IBPS Calendar and notification, the IBPS Clerk Prelims exam will be conducted on October 10 and 11, 2026, while the Mains exam is scheduled for December 27, 2026. The selection process has no interview stage.
Read full notice →Archived 23 Aug 2026
The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection released the official notification for CRP CSA-XVI on August 1, 2026, announcing 11,403 Customer Service Associate posts across 11 participating public sector banks for the 2027-28 cycle.
Read full notice →Archived 2 Sept 2026
IBPS released the official notification for Customer Service Associate (Clerk) recruitment on August 1, 2026, announcing 11,403 vacancies across 11 public sector banks under CRP CSA-XVI. The notification also confirms a pattern change with 5 additional questions added to the Quantitative Aptitude section in Mains.
Read full notice →Archived 23 Aug 2026
IBPS has modified the Mains exam structure by adding 5 more questions in the Quantitative Aptitude section, bringing the total to 160 questions from the previous 155, with a corresponding increase of 5 minutes in exam duration.
Read full notice →Archived 23 Aug 2026
The detailed official notification PDF for Customer Service Associate posts is likely to be released in July-August 2026. The notification will contain vacancy details, eligibility criteria, and application timeline for recruitment in 11 participating public sector banks.
Read full notice →Archived 4 Aug 2026
The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection has released the exam calendar for CRP-CSA XVI. Prelims will be conducted on October 10-11, 2026, while the Mains exam is scheduled for December 27, 2026.
Read full notice →Archived 4 Aug 2026
The selection comprises only Prelims and Mains examinations. Final merit list is prepared based on Mains marks alone, with 100% weightage given to the Mains result. The Prelims exam is qualifying in nature.
Read full notice →Archived 4 Aug 2026
IBPS released its annual calendar confirming Prelims exam on 10th & 11th October 2026 and Mains on 27th December 2026 for CRP CSA-XVI recruitment. The notification with complete details is expected in July-August 2026.
Read full notice →Archived 13 Jul 2026
From CRP-CSA XVI onwards, IBPS has officially renamed the Clerk post to Customer Service Associate (CSA). Candidates searching for either designation are referring to the same recruitment process with identical selection criteria.
Read full notice →Archived 4 Aug 2026
All major public sector banks except SBI will participate in this year's recruitment drive. The exam will be conducted in 13 regional languages along with English and Hindi to promote local employment opportunities.
Read full notice →Archived 13 Jul 2026
The application portal for Clerk (Junior Assistant) positions opened on June 24, 2026 on ibps.in. Candidates must complete registration and fee payment before the closing date announced in the detailed notification.
Read full notice →Archived 3 Jul 2026
IBPS has confirmed the Prelims exam dates as October 10-11, 2026 and Mains exam on December 27, 2026 through the official IBPS Calendar 2026-27 released in January. The exam is being conducted as CRP-CSA XVI for FY 2027-28.
Read full notice →Archived 3 Jul 2026
IBPS Clerk recruitment follows a two-tier process with only Prelims and Mains examinations. Final merit is based 100% on Mains marks, with Prelims serving as a qualifying stage.
Read full notice →Archived 13 Jul 2026
The detailed official notification PDF is anticipated in July-August 2026, approximately 6-8 weeks before the Prelims exam. It will include complete vacancy details, eligibility criteria, and exam pattern for 11 participating public sector banks.
Read full notice →Archived 3 Jul 2026
From CRP CSA-XVI onwards, IBPS has officially renamed the Clerk post to Customer Service Associate. The exam structure remains unchanged with Prelims and Mains stages, but candidates should note the updated designation.
Read full notice →Archived 13 Jul 2026
The first provisional allotment under reserve list was released on June 15, 2026, giving additional opportunities to candidates from the waiting panel. Candidates can check their allotment status until July 14, 2026.
Read full notice →Archived 26 Jun 2026
IBPS published the reserve list on June 15, 2026 for candidates in the reserve panel under the CRP-CSA XV recruitment cycle. Candidates can check their allotment status online until July 14, 2026.
Read full notice →Archived 3 Jul 2026
IBPS has confirmed through its official calendar that the Prelims exam will be held on October 10 and 11, 2026, while the Mains exam is scheduled for December 27, 2026. The notification is expected to be released in July or August 2026.
Read full notice →Archived 26 Jun 2026
Based on the confirmed exam dates, the online application window for IBPS Clerk 2026 is expected to commence in August 2026, typically about two months before the Prelims examination. Detailed vacancy information and eligibility criteria will be announced with the official notification.
Read full notice →Archived 26 Jun 2026
This cycle will be the 16th Common Recruitment Process for Customer Service Associates (CSA), recruiting clerical cadre for 11 participating public sector banks for FY 2027-28. Selection will be based on Prelims and Mains exams with no interview stage.
Read full notice →Archived 26 Jun 2026
Based on the confirmed October exam dates, IBPS is expected to release the detailed notification PDF in August 2026. The notification will include state-wise vacancy breakdown, eligibility criteria, and application dates for recruitment to Customer Service Associate posts in 11 public sector banks.
Read full notice →Archived 19 Jun 2026
IBPS has released the annual exam calendar confirming that the IBPS Clerk Prelims examination will be held on 10th and 11th October 2026, while the Mains exam is scheduled for 27th December 2026.
Read full notice →Archived 12 Jun 2026
IBPS Clerk 2026 Prelims and Mains exam dates officially announced via IBPS Calendar 2026-27
29 May 2026The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection has confirmed exam dates for CRP CSA-XVI. Prelims will be held on 10th and 11th October 2026, while the Mains exam is scheduled for 27th December 2026. The official notification with vacancy details is expected in August 2026.
Read full notice →Archived 19 Jun 2026
The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection has released the official exam calendar confirming Prelims on 10th and 11th October 2026 and Mains on 27th December 2026 for CRP CSA-XVI recruitment cycle.
Read full notice →Archived 5 Jun 2026
The detailed official notification for IBPS Clerk (Customer Service Associate) CRP CSA-XVI is expected to be released in July/August 2026 on the official website ibps.in, containing vacancy details, eligibility criteria, and application dates for FY 2027-28 recruitment.
Read full notice →Archived 12 Jun 2026
To promote local employment opportunities and better customer service, IBPS Clerk Prelims and Mains exams will be conducted in 13 regional languages in addition to English and Hindi. Candidates must have proficiency in the local language of the state they apply for.
Read full notice →Archived 19 Jun 2026
The detailed official notification for Customer Service Associate posts across 11 public sector banks is likely to be released in July-August 2026, with the application window opening shortly thereafter for approximately 3 weeks.
Read full notice →Archived 5 Jun 2026
The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection confirmed that 11 public sector banks (excluding SBI) will participate in the IBPS Clerk 2026 recruitment. The exam will be conducted in 13 regional languages along with English and Hindi.
Read full notice →Archived 12 Jun 2026
IBPS published its annual calendar on 16th January 2026 announcing tentative dates for PO, Clerk, SO, and RRB exams, enabling candidates to plan preparation strategically across multiple banking recruitment cycles.
Read full notice →Archived 5 Jun 2026
IBPS released the Mains Result for CRP CSA-XV along with category-wise and state-wise cut-off marks. The final vacancy count was increased to 15,736 positions, up from the initial 13,533 vacancies announced earlier in the cycle.
Read full notice →Archived 19 Jun 2026
The IBPS Clerk Mains Result 2025 was declared on 2nd March 2026 on the official website. The result includes category-wise and state-wise cut-off marks for candidates who appeared in the previous recruitment cycle.
Read full notice →Archived 12 Jun 2026
The Mains result for CRP CSA-XV was announced on 2nd March 2026 with revised vacancy count increased to 15,736 positions, showing a rise of 2,203 openings compared to the earlier announcement.
Read full notice →Archived 5 Jun 2026
Older dates (87)
Provisional allotment (expected)
Mon, 15 Mar, 2027Typically around March of the following year
Archived 2 Sept 2026
Mains result and final merit list
Wed, 24 Feb, 2027Final allotment based on Mains performance expected in February-March 2027
Archived 26 Jun 2026
Mains result and final merit list expected
Wed, 17 Feb, 2027Final result with state-wise and category-wise cut-offs; provisional allotment follows
Archived 19 Jun 2026
Mains result and provisional allotment (expected)
Sat, 6 Feb, 2027Final results with cut-off marks and bank-wise allotment
Archived 3 Jul 2026
Mains result and final merit list
Fri, 5 Feb, 2027Final result with state-wise and bank-wise provisional allotment
Archived 12 Jun 2026
Final result and provisional allotment
Tue, 2 Feb, 2027Merit list based 100% on Mains performance; state-wise and category-wise allocation to 11 participating banks
Archived 5 Jun 2026
Mains result and final merit list
Fri, 29 Jan, 2027Final selection based on Mains marks; provisional allotment to banks
Archived 4 Aug 2026
🏦IBPS Clerk Mains Exam
Sun, 27 Dec, 2026Main examination scheduled; 100% weightage for final selection
Archived 12 Jun 2026
🏦IBPS Clerk Mains Exam 2026
Sun, 27 Dec, 2026Online exam in 80+ cities; 200 marks, 120 minutes; includes General/Financial Awareness, General English, Quantitative Aptitude, and Reasoning & Computer Aptitude
Archived 5 Jun 2026
🏦IBPS Clerk Mains Exam
Sun, 27 Dec, 2026Main examination - marks count for final merit list (100% weightage)
Archived 19 Jun 2026
🏦IBPS Clerk Mains Exam
Sun, 27 Dec, 2026Mains exam scheduled for December 27, 2026 for candidates who qualify Prelims
Archived 26 Jun 2026
🏦IBPS Clerk Mains Exam
Sun, 27 Dec, 2026Main examination - final selection based on this score
Archived 3 Jul 2026
🏦IBPS Clerk Mains Exam
Sun, 27 Dec, 2026Online Main Examination (Reasoning & Computer, English, Quantitative Aptitude, General Awareness)
Archived 13 Jul 2026
🏦IBPS Clerk Mains Exam
Sun, 27 Dec, 2026December 27, 2026 - Online Main Examination
Archived 4 Aug 2026
🏦IBPS Clerk Mains Exam
Sun, 27 Dec, 2026December 27, 2026 - Final merit based on Mains score only
Archived 23 Aug 2026
🏦Mains exam
Sun, 27 Dec, 2026As per IBPS Calendar 2026-27
Archived 2 Sept 2026
Mains admit card download begins
Thu, 17 Dec, 2026Admit card for Main exam available 7-10 days before exam
Archived 19 Jun 2026
Mains admit card release (expected)
Thu, 17 Dec, 2026Typically released 7-10 days before exam
Archived 23 Aug 2026
Mains admit card download begins
Wed, 16 Dec, 2026Mains admit cards for shortlisted candidates released in December 2026
Archived 26 Jun 2026
Mains admit card download
Tue, 15 Dec, 2026Admit cards for qualified candidates
Archived 3 Jul 2026
Mains admit card release
Tue, 15 Dec, 2026Available 10-15 days before Mains exam
Archived 4 Aug 2026
Mains admit card download
Sat, 12 Dec, 2026Call letter for Main examination available online
Archived 12 Jun 2026
Mains admit card release
Sat, 12 Dec, 2026Download from official website for qualified Prelims candidates
Archived 5 Jun 2026
Prelims result (expected)
Sun, 15 Nov, 2026Typically released 4-5 weeks after Prelims exam
Archived 2 Sept 2026
Prelims result announcement (expected)
Tue, 10 Nov, 2026Shortlisted candidates notified for Mains exam
Archived 13 Jul 2026
Prelims result announcement
Mon, 9 Nov, 2026Qualifying candidates shortlisted for Mains based on sectional and overall cut-offs
Archived 5 Jun 2026
Prelims result declaration expected
Mon, 9 Nov, 2026Shortlisted candidates announced for Mains examination
Archived 19 Jun 2026
Prelims result announcement (expected)
Sun, 8 Nov, 2026Preliminary exam results and Mains shortlist
Archived 3 Jul 2026
Prelims result announcement
Sat, 7 Nov, 2026Preliminary exam results and shortlist for Mains published
Archived 12 Jun 2026
Prelims result announcement
Thu, 5 Nov, 2026Shortlisted candidates informed for Mains exam
Archived 4 Aug 2026
Prelims result announcement (expected)
Mon, 2 Nov, 2026Tentative timeline based on previous cycles
Archived 23 Aug 2026
Prelims result announcement
Sun, 1 Nov, 2026Prelims result and cutoff marks expected in November 2026
Archived 26 Jun 2026
🏦IBPS Clerk Prelims Exam - Day 2
Sun, 11 Oct, 2026Second day of Preliminary examination
Archived 12 Jun 2026
🏦IBPS Clerk Prelims Exam 2026 (Day 2)
Sun, 11 Oct, 2026Second day of Prelims; 100 marks, 60 minutes, tests English, Quantitative Aptitude, and Reasoning
Archived 5 Jun 2026
🏦IBPS Clerk Prelims Exam - Day 2
Sun, 11 Oct, 2026Second day of Preliminary examination
Archived 19 Jun 2026
🏦IBPS Clerk Prelims Exam - Day 2
Sun, 11 Oct, 2026Prelims exam continues on October 11, 2026 in multiple shifts
Archived 26 Jun 2026
🏦IBPS Clerk Prelims Exam - Day 2
Sun, 11 Oct, 2026Second day of Preliminary examination
Archived 3 Jul 2026
🏦IBPS Clerk Prelims Exam - Day 2
Sun, 11 Oct, 2026Online Preliminary Examination continues
Archived 13 Jul 2026
🏦IBPS Clerk Prelims Exam - Day 2
Sun, 11 Oct, 2026October 11, 2026 - Online Preliminary Examination
Archived 4 Aug 2026
🏦IBPS Clerk Prelims Exam - Day 2
Sun, 11 Oct, 2026October 11, 2026
Archived 23 Aug 2026
🏦Prelims exam - Day 2
Sun, 11 Oct, 2026As per IBPS Calendar 2026-27
Archived 2 Sept 2026
🏦IBPS Clerk Prelims Exam - Day 1
Sat, 10 Oct, 2026First day of Preliminary examination in multiple shifts
Archived 12 Jun 2026
🏦IBPS Clerk Prelims Exam 2026 (Day 1)
Sat, 10 Oct, 2026Online exam in 200+ cities; arrive 1 hour early with admit card and valid photo ID
Archived 5 Jun 2026
🏦IBPS Clerk Prelims Exam - Day 1
Sat, 10 Oct, 2026First day of Preliminary examination conducted in multiple shifts
Archived 19 Jun 2026
🏦IBPS Clerk Prelims Exam - Day 1
Sat, 10 Oct, 2026Prelims exam conducted on October 10, 2026 in multiple shifts across India
Archived 26 Jun 2026
🏦IBPS Clerk Prelims Exam - Day 1
Sat, 10 Oct, 2026First day of Preliminary examination in multiple shifts
Archived 3 Jul 2026
🏦IBPS Clerk Prelims Exam - Day 1
Sat, 10 Oct, 2026Online Preliminary Examination (English, Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude)
Archived 13 Jul 2026
🏦IBPS Clerk Prelims Exam - Day 1
Sat, 10 Oct, 2026October 10, 2026 - Online Preliminary Examination
Archived 4 Aug 2026
🏦IBPS Clerk Prelims Exam - Day 1
Sat, 10 Oct, 2026October 10, 2026
Archived 23 Aug 2026
🏦Prelims exam - Day 1
Sat, 10 Oct, 2026As per IBPS Calendar 2026-27
Archived 2 Sept 2026
Prelims admit card release
Tue, 6 Oct, 2026Available 10-15 days before Prelims exam
Archived 4 Aug 2026
Prelims admit card release (expected)
Sat, 3 Oct, 2026Typically released 7-10 days before exam
Archived 23 Aug 2026
🏦IBPS Clerk Prelims
Sat, 3 Oct, 2026Archived 6 Sept 2026
Prelims admit card release
Fri, 2 Oct, 2026Admit card available 10-15 days before exam; download from ibps.in with registration number and password
Archived 5 Jun 2026
Prelims admit card (expected)
Thu, 1 Oct, 2026Expected in first week of October 2026
Archived 2 Sept 2026
Prelims admit card download begins
Wed, 30 Sept, 2026Admit card available 10-15 days before Prelims exam
Archived 19 Jun 2026
Prelims admit card download begins
Wed, 30 Sept, 2026Admit cards released 10-15 days before Prelims exam on ibps.in
Archived 26 Jun 2026
Prelims admit card download
Mon, 28 Sept, 2026Call letter available 10-15 days before Prelims exam
Archived 12 Jun 2026
Prelims admit card download
Sat, 26 Sept, 2026Admit cards available 10-15 days before Prelims exam
Archived 3 Jul 2026
Prelims admit card release (expected)
Sat, 26 Sept, 2026Download hall ticket 10-15 days before Prelims exam
Archived 13 Jul 2026
Online application deadline (tentative)
Sun, 6 Sept, 2026Last date to apply without late fee
Archived 4 Aug 2026
Online application window closes
Thu, 3 Sept, 2026Last date to submit application form and pay fees
Archived 19 Jun 2026
Last date to apply online (without late fee)
Wed, 2 Sept, 2026Ensure documents, photograph, signature, and handwritten declaration are ready before deadline
Archived 5 Jun 2026
Application window closes (expected)
Tue, 1 Sept, 2026Last date to submit online application and pay fees
Archived 13 Jul 2026
Application correction window (expected)
Sun, 30 Aug, 2026Typically opens for 2 days after application deadline
Archived 2 Sept 2026
Last date to apply online (without late fee)
Fri, 28 Aug, 2026Candidates should complete registration and fee payment before deadline
Archived 26 Jun 2026
Last date to apply (extended)
Fri, 28 Aug, 2026Originally August 21, extended by IBPS
Archived 2 Sept 2026
Application deadline (tentative)
Sat, 22 Aug, 2026Last date to submit online application and fee payment
Archived 12 Jun 2026
Last date to apply online
Fri, 21 Aug, 2026Application deadline: August 21, 2026
Archived 23 Aug 2026
Online application window opens
Thu, 13 Aug, 2026Registration begins on ibps.in shortly after notification release
Archived 19 Jun 2026
Online application portal opens
Wed, 12 Aug, 2026Registration window typically remains active for 3 weeks; apply at ibps.in
Archived 5 Jun 2026
Official notification release expected
Wed, 12 Aug, 2026CRP CSA-XVI notification PDF with vacancy details, eligibility, and application timeline
Archived 19 Jun 2026
Online application window opens
Wed, 12 Aug, 2026Registration begins after notification release
Archived 4 Aug 2026
IBPS Clerk Notification 2026 release expected
Tue, 11 Aug, 2026Official notification (CRP CSA-XVI) expected in early August with vacancy details, eligibility, and exam pattern
Archived 5 Jun 2026
Application closing date (expected)
Mon, 10 Aug, 2026Last date for online registration and fee payment
Archived 3 Jul 2026
Application window opens (expected)
Sun, 9 Aug, 2026Online registration begins on official website ibps.in
Archived 13 Jul 2026
Online application portal opens
Sat, 8 Aug, 2026Registration window typically remains open for 3-4 weeks after notification release
Archived 26 Jun 2026
Official notification release expected
Fri, 7 Aug, 2026Detailed CRP CSA-XVI notification with vacancy details, application dates, and complete eligibility criteria
Archived 13 Jul 2026
Official notification release expected
Fri, 7 Aug, 2026CRP-CSA XVI detailed notification PDF with vacancy and eligibility details
Archived 4 Aug 2026
Official notification release expected
Mon, 3 Aug, 2026Notification PDF with vacancy details, eligibility criteria, and application links will be published on ibps.in
Archived 26 Jun 2026
Application portal opens (tentative)
Sat, 1 Aug, 2026Online registration begins; approximately 3 weeks to apply
Archived 12 Jun 2026
Application portal opens
Sat, 1 Aug, 2026Online registration started August 1, 2026 at ibps.in
Archived 23 Aug 2026
Online application window opened
Sat, 1 Aug, 2026Archived 2 Sept 2026
CRP CSA-XVI notification released
Sat, 1 Aug, 2026Archived 2 Sept 2026
Official notification release expected
Thu, 30 Jul, 2026Detailed CRP CSA-XVI notification PDF with vacancy, eligibility and application details
Archived 12 Jun 2026
Detailed notification release expected
Thu, 16 Jul, 2026Official notification PDF with vacancies and eligibility details
Archived 3 Jul 2026
Application portal opens
Wed, 24 Jun, 2026Online registration begins for IBPS Clerk CRP-CSA XVI on ibps.in
Archived 3 Jul 2026
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