IBPS Clerk Exam Guide 2026
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📊 Eligibility Criteria Details
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Body | Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) |
| Age Limit | 20–28 years |
| Educational Qualification | Graduation in any discipline from a recognized university |
| Computer Literacy | Certificate/Diploma/Degree in computer operations or studied IT at school/college level |
| Local Language Proficiency | Must be able to read/write/speak local language of applied State/UT or qualify LLPT after Mains |
| Nationality / Citizenship | Indian citizen or subject of Nepal/Bhutan, Tibetan refugee (pre‑1962), or PIO from specified countries |
| Work Experience | Not Required |
| Number of Attempts | Within age limit & relaxation |
| Other Criteria | Integrity, clean credit history, and no adverse service record as per banks’ norms |
📊 Eligibility Criteria Details
| Criteria | Age Limit | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 20 years | Born on or before 01.08.2005 |
| Maximum Age | 28 years | Born on or after 02.08.1997 |
📊 Application Fee
| Sr. No. | Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Scheduled Caste (SC) / Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 5 years |
| 2 | Other Backward Classes (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 years |
| 3 | Persons With Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) under RPWD Act, 2016 | 10 years |
| 4 | Ex-Servicemen (ESM) / Disabled Ex-Servicemen (DESM) | Service period + 3 years (8 years for SC/ST DESM), up to 50 years max |
| 5 | Widows, Divorced Women, and Legally Separated Women (Unmarried) | Upto 35 years (Gen/EWS), 38 years (OBC), 40 years (SC/ST) |
📊 Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Minimum Qualification | Graduation in any discipline from a Govt. of India recognized University |
| Marksheet Requirement | Valid Degree/Marksheet with percentage details as of 21st August 2025 |
| Computer Literacy | Certificate/Diploma/Degree in Computer or studied Computer/IT as a subject |
| Local Language Proficiency | Must be able to read, write, and speak the language of the applied state/UT. |
| Ex-Servicemen Qualification | Matriculate with Army Special Certificate or equivalent with 15+ years of service |
| CGPA to Percentage | Conversion certificate required as per university norms if CGPA/OGPA is used |
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q1.What is the age limit for IBPS Clerk 2026 exam?
Candidates must be between 20 to 28 years of age as on 01 August 2026. Age relaxations apply for reserved categories.
Q2.What is the IBPS Clerk education qualification?
Candidates must have a graduation degree in any discipline from a recognized university to be eligible for IBPS Clerk recruitment 2026.
Q3.Who is eligible to apply for IBPS Clerk 2026?
To apply for the IBPS Clerk exam 2026 candidates must meet the age, education, computer knowledge and language proficiency criteria.
Q4.I am an OBC candidate but don't have the caste certificate. Can I still apply for the exam?
No, caste certificates are mandatory to produce to get through the selection process.
Q5.Is computer knowledge required for IBPS Clerk 2026?
Yes, computer knowledge is mandatory. Candidates must either hold a certificate in computer operations or have studied IT or computer subjects at the school or college level.
Q6.Can final year students apply for IBPS Clerk 2026?
No, only candidates whose graduation result is declared on or before 21st August 2026 are eligible to apply for the IBPS Clerk exam 2026.
Q7.I am an SC candidate. Will I get any age relaxation facility?
Yes, there are five years age relaxation facilities present for SC category candidates.
Q8.Can a 12th pass apply for an IBPS Clerk?
No, a 12th pass candidate is not eligible for IBPS Clerk 2026. Only applicants who hold graduation degree in any discipline from a recognized university are eligible.
Q9.Are diploma holders allowed for the IBPS Clerk exam?
No, diploma holders are not allowed to apply for the IBPS Clerk exam.
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