Overview
The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has officially released the PO and MT Reserve List 2026 on May 15, 2026. This announcement is a significant milestone for thousands of candidates who appeared in the IBPS Probationary Officer (PO) and Management Trainee (MT) recruitment examination. The reserve list contains the names and roll numbers of candidates who have qualified for potential appointment based on their performance in the written examination and interview rounds.
Candidates who have appeared for the IBPS PO and MT recruitment 2026 can now download their scorecards and check their reserve list status from the official IBPS website at ibps.in. The release of the reserve list provides hope to candidates who were waiting for their final selection status. This list will be used for future selections and appointments at participating banks across India.
The IBPS PO and MT recruitment drive aims to fill numerous positions in public sector banks across the country. This comprehensive recruitment process involves multiple stages of selection including preliminary examination, main examination, interview, and document verification. The reserve list is prepared after all these stages have been completed and final selections have been made.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Release of Reserve List 2026 | May 15, 2026 |
| Scorecard Download Available From | May 15, 2026 Onwards |
Vacancy Details
The IBPS PO and MT recruitment 2026 aims to fill a substantial number of positions across various participating banks. The vacancies are distributed between two main categories: Probationary Officer (PO) and Management Trainee (MT) positions. These positions are available across multiple banks including State Bank of India, Punjab National Bank, Bank of Baroda, and other major public sector banks.
| Post Name | Number of Vacancies | Pay Scale (Approx.) |
|---|---|---|
| Probationary Officer (PO) | As per official notification | Rs. 27,620 – Rs. 50,560 Per Month |
| Management Trainee (MT) | As per official notification | Rs. 24,910 – Rs. 46,610 Per Month |
Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit
Candidates appearing for IBPS PO and MT positions must satisfy the following age requirements:
- Minimum Age: 20 years
- Maximum Age: 30 years (as on the date of online registration)
- Age relaxation applicable as per government norms for reserved category candidates
- Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized university in any stream (Arts, Science, Commerce, Engineering, etc.)
- Final year students can also apply, provided they submit their degree certificate before the specified date
- Proficiency in the official language of the state/region where the candidate wishes to work
- Candidates must be Indian citizens as per the Constitution of India
- Valid PAN and Aadhar are mandatory for all candidates
- Good health and no history of critical health conditions
- Preliminary Examination – An objective type written test to shortlist candidates for the main examination
- Main Examination – A comprehensive objective and descriptive test covering general awareness, quantitative aptitude, reasoning, English language, and professional knowledge
- Interview Round – A one-on-one interview conducted by a panel to assess the candidate’s communication skills, knowledge, and suitability for the position
- Document Verification – Verification of all educational certificates, identity proofs, and other supporting documents
- Medical Examination – A final medical fitness test to ensure the candidate meets health standards
- Final Selection and Reserve List Publication – Preparation and publication of the final selected candidates list and reserve list
- Visit the official IBPS website at ibps.in
- Look for the notification link for IBPS PO and MT recruitment 2026
- Read the detailed notification and eligibility criteria carefully
- Click on the online application link
- Register yourself by creating a new user ID and password if you are a first-time applicant
- Fill in all required personal, educational, and professional details accurately
- Upload scanned copies of your photograph and signature in the specified format and size
- Select the bank(s) and location(s) where you wish to apply
- Review all the information entered and submit the application form
- Pay the application fee through the available online payment gateway
- Download the confirmation page and keep it for future reference
- Note down your application reference number for tracking purposes
- Visit the official IBPS website ibps.in
- Look for the scorecard download link available on the homepage
- Enter your registration number and password
- Click the login button to access your scorecard
- The scorecard will display your marks obtained in various stages of the recruitment process
- Download the scorecard in PDF format
- Print a copy for your personal records
Educational Qualification
The minimum educational qualification required for both PO and MT positions is:
Other Requirements
Selection Process
The IBPS PO and MT recruitment follows a comprehensive multi-stage selection process to identify the most suitable candidates. The selection process consists of the following stages:
Application Fee
Candidates are required to pay an application fee while submitting their online application form. The fee varies based on the candidate’s category:
| Candidate Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC Candidates | Rs. 600 |
| SC / ST Candidates | Rs. 100 |
| Person with Disability (PwD) | Exempted |
The application fee payment can be made online through net banking, debit card, or credit card. No offline payment mode is available for IBPS recruitment processes.
How to Apply
Candidates who wish to participate in the IBPS PO and MT recruitment process should follow these steps to submit their online application:
How to Download Scorecard
The IBPS has made the scorecards available for download from the official website. Candidates can access their scorecards by following these steps: