IBPS Recruitment 2026: Apply Online 

The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has invited online applications for regular recruitment to three posts: Server Administrator Grade D, Assistant Grade B, and Programming Assistant Grade B. Eligible candidates can apply through the official IBPS website from 29 October to 12 November 2026.

The recruitment process includes an online examination and a personal interview. All three positions are based in Mumbai, and candidates should check the post-wise educational qualifications, work experience and age requirements before applying.

IBPS Recruitment 2026: Overview

Important Dates

Application Fee

Candidates applying for more than one post must submit a separate application and fee for each post. Online transaction charges are payable by the candidate.

Age Limit

The age limit is calculated as of 1 October 2026.

The notification does not specify a separate category-wise age relaxation in the details provided here.

Vacancy Details

IBPS states that appointments will be made against existing vacancies. A waitlist will be maintained for need-based requirements and remain valid for six months.

Educational Qualification and Work Experience

1. Server Administrator Grade D

• Qualification: B.E./B.Tech in Electronics, Computer Science, Information Technology or an equivalent qualification.

• Experience: At least 3 years of relevant post-qualification work experience.

• Essential skills: Hands-on Linux server administration (RHEL or similar) and elementary network management experience involving L3 switches.

• Additional advantage: Skills in server virtualisation, connectivity, firewall management, cybersecurity, Active Directory, DBMS and SAN administration.

2. Assistant Grade B

• Qualification: Bachelor’s degree from a recognised university with at least 60% aggregate marks.

• Preferred disciplines include Science, Commerce, Statistics, Mathematics, Economics, Computer Applications, IT, Data Analytics, Business Administration and Management.

• Experience: At least 2 years of relevant post-qualification experience in data validation, reconciliation, MIS reporting, record management or data analysis.

• Computer skills: Advanced MS Excel knowledge, including formulas, Pivot Tables, data validation, data cleaning and conditional formatting.

Experience in banking, financial institutions, examination bodies, government organisations or corporate MIS environments is preferred.

3. Programming Assistant Grade B

• Qualification: Full-time BSc-IT, BCA, BSc Computer Science or equivalent, or an engineering degree in Computer Science/IT.

• Experience: At least 2 years of relevant post-qualification experience.

• Required skills: Handling applications in UNIX/Linux environments, file management, data entry and transfer, basic programming knowledge and good MS Excel skills.

• Additional advantage: A recognised computer programming certificate or experience with FORTRAN/Python.

Important: The notification states that correspondence, distance education and open-university degrees are not acceptable. Candidates should review the complete eligibility conditions before applying.

Selection Process

The IBPS recruitment process consists of the following stages:

1. Application scrutiny and shortlisting.

2. Document verification.

3. Online examination.

4. Personal interview.

The online examination is scheduled for November 2026. Candidates who qualify in the examination may be interviewed on the same day or the following day, depending on the response received.

Online Examination Pattern

The examination will be conducted in English. There is a penalty of one-fourth of the marks assigned to a question for each incorrect answer; unanswered questions carry no penalty.

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Salary and Pay Scale

As per the notification’s compensation details for October 2026:

The CTC includes benefits such as employer PF contribution, medical benefits, gratuity and other applicable allowances or benefits under IBPS rules.

Service bond: Selected candidates must execute a ₹1 lakh service bond and serve IBPS for at least two years. Otherwise, the bond amount is payable as specified in the notification.

Posting location: Mumbai, Maharashtra. IBPS does not provide accommodation, and candidates must bear their own travel and lodging expenses for the selection process.

How to Apply for IBPS Recruitment 2026

Eligible candidates can submit their applications online by following these steps:

1. Visit the official website: www.ibps.in.

2. Open the recruitment notification and select the online application link.

3. Register using the required personal details.

4. Fill in the application form carefully and verify all information.

5. Upload the photograph, signature, left thumb impression, handwritten declaration, brief resume in PDF format, Class 10 certificate and supporting eligibility documents as required.

6. Pay the ₹250 application fee online.

7. Submit the form and save or print the final application and payment receipt for future reference.

Keep your registered email ID and mobile number active throughout the recruitment process. Applications must be submitted by 12 November 2026.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What is the last date to apply for IBPS Recruitment 2026?

The last date for online application is 12 November 2026.

2. How much is the application fee?

The application fee is ₹250 per candidate for each post applied for, payable online.

3. Where will the selected candidates be posted?

All three posts are based at IBPS, Mumbai. Accommodation will not be provided.

4. What is the selection process?

Selection involves application scrutiny, document verification, an online examination and a personal interview.

5. How many vacancies are available?

The notification does not specify the number of vacancies for each post.