The IBPS PO 2025 notification for CRP PO/MT-XV is finally out, opening up thousands of vacancies for aspiring Probationary Officers in public sector banks across India. This detailed guide breaks down everything you need to know—eligibility, exam pattern, important dates, and the selection process—to help you take the next step toward a stable banking career.
Let’s decode everything from eligibility to exam pattern and application dates in a single page.
📅 IBPS PO 2025 – Important Dates at a Glance
| Event | Tentative Date |
| Online Registration | 1st July 2025 to 21st July 2025 |
| Prelims Call Letter | August 2025 |
| Prelims Exam | August 2025 |
| Prelims Result | September 2025 |
| Mains Call Letter | Sep/Oct 2025 |
| Mains Exam | October 2025 |
| Mains Result | November 2025 |
| Personality Test & Interview | Nov 2025 to Jan 2026 |
| Final Allotment | Jan–Feb 2026 |
You can cross-check the latest schedule on ibps.in.
Tip: Bookmark www.ibps.in to stay updated with real-time announcements.
🏛️ Participating Banks in CRP PO/MT-XV
Here are the public sector banks recruiting through this common process:
- Bank of Baroda
- Bank of India
- Bank of Maharashtra
- Canara Bank
- Central Bank of India
- Indian Bank
- Indian Overseas Bank
- Punjab National Bank
- Punjab & Sind Bank
- UCO Bank
- Union Bank of India
Note: Some banks (like UCO Bank, Indian Bank, etc.) have not reported vacancies yet.
📊 Total IBPS PO 2025 Vacancies (Tentative)
The total reported vacancies across all categories:
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| General (UR) | 2,204 |
| OBC | 1,337 |
| SC | 782 |
| ST | 365 |
| EWS | 520 |
| Total | 5,208 |
👉 These are indicative numbers. Final allotments depend on actual bank-wise reporting.
✅ IBPS PO 2025 Eligibility Criteria
🎯 Nationality
You must be:
- A citizen of India, or
- A subject of Nepal/Bhutan, or
- A person of Indian origin (PIO) who migrated from specified countries.
🎓 Educational Qualification (as on 21.07.2025)
- A Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized university.
- Final year students awaiting results on or after 21 July 2025 are not eligible.
🕒 Age Limit (as on 01.07.2025)
- Minimum: 20 years
- Maximum: 30 years
(Born between 02.07.1995 and 01.07.2005, both dates inclusive)
🧓 Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 years |
| OBC-NCL | 3 years |
| PwBD | 10 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | 5 years |
📖 IBPS PO 2025 Selection Process
The CRP PO/MT-XV selection process will be conducted in five stages:
- Prelims Exam (Objective)
- Mains Exam (Objective + Descriptive)
- Personality Test
- Interview
- Provisional Allotment
Only those candidates who qualify each stage will move forward to the next.
📝 IBPS PO Exam Pattern 2025 (Updated)
🧪 Preliminary Exam
| Section | Qs | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| English Language | 30 | 30 | 20 mins |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 35 | 35 | 20 mins |
| Reasoning Ability | 35 | 35 | 20 mins |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 60 mins |
🧠 Mains + Descriptive Exam
| Section | Qs | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reasoning | 40 | 60 | 50 mins |
| General/Economy/Banking Awareness | 35 | 50 | 25 mins |
| English Language | 35 | 40 | 40 mins |
| Data Analysis & Interpretation | 35 | 50 | 45 mins |
| Descriptive (Essay & Letter) | 2 | 25 | 30 mins |
| Total | 147 | 225 | 190 mins |
Only marks from the Mains + Interview are considered for final merit.
📘 Need a preparation plan? Check our IBPS PO 2025 preparation strategy for Prelims and Mains.
💰 Application Fees
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| SC/ST/PwBD | ₹175/- |
| All Others | ₹850/- |
Payment is online-only via credit/debit card, UPI, or net banking.
👉 Ready to register? Follow our step-by-step guide to fill the IBPS PO 2025 online application form.
📍 Exam Centres in India
IBPS exams are conducted in all major cities across India, including:
- Hyderabad
- Delhi NCR
- Mumbai
- Kolkata
- Chennai
- Bangalore
- Patna
- Lucknow
…and many more. For a full list, check the official annexure.
🧾 Documents Required for Interview
- Interview call letter
- Photo ID (Aadhaar, Passport, etc.)
- Graduation certificate
- Caste/Category certificate (if applicable)
- PwBD/Disability certificate (if applicable)
- Experience certificates (if any)
Failure to produce required documents may lead to disqualification.
🚨 Bonus: Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Entering incorrect DOB or category
- Uploading blurry photos or signatures
- Missing deadlines for application or document upload
- Applying with incomplete documents
For help with the online form, read our IBPS PO Application Guide.
🎯 Final Thoughts – Is IBPS PO 2026 Your Goal?
With over 5,000 vacancies and a clearly laid out selection process, IBPS PO 2025 is one of the biggest government job opportunities in banking. Whether you’re a fresh graduate or switching careers, this exam opens doors across India’s public sector banks.
🗣️ If you’re aiming to ace the final round, don’t miss our IBPS PO 2025 interview preparation tips.
