IBPS PO syllabus
Institute of Banking Personnel Selection – Probationary Officer, conducted by IBPS. The topics below summarise the syllabus; the official notification is the final word on subjects, marks and any changes for the current cycle. The CRP PO/MT-XVI notification’s original registration window was 1–21 July 2026 (now past); any extension must be checked separately. The tentative calendar listed prelims on 22–23 August and mains on 4 October 2026. These scheduled dates have passed but do not confirm conduct or results. The 27 August corrigendum updated indicative vacancies while leaving other notification terms unchanged.
Main subjects
- Reasoning Ability
- Quantitative Aptitude
- English Language
- Banking Awareness
Exam pattern, stage by stage
Prelims
English, Quant, Reasoning — 100 marks, 60 minutes
Mains
Reasoning, Data Analysis & Interpretation, English, General/Economy/Banking Awareness and descriptive English; check the current cycle for section weights
Personality test
Mandatory, non-qualifying self-report personality test before interview
Interview
Personal interview, 100 marks
Official sources
Confirm the detailed, topic-wise syllabus in the official notification. Content reviewed as of 7 October 2026.