IBPS Calendar 2026 Out at ibps.in, Check Clerk, PO, SO, and IBPS RRB Exam Dates

The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has released the IBPS Calendar 2026-27 on 16th January 2026 for the Financial Year 2026-2027. Whether you are preparing for IBPS PO, IBPS Clerk, IBPS SO, or IBPS RRB Exam, you can check the exam date and expected notification release schedule here. In this article, we have mentioned the official IBPS Exam Calendar 2026, covering Exam dates and exam-wise Syllabus.

IBPS Calendar 2026 Out

The annual IBPS Calendar mentions the tentative exam dates for major bank exams such as Probationary Officer, Clerk, Specialist Officer, and Regional Rural Bank (Office Assistant, Officer Scale 1, 2, and 3). This helps candidates streamline their preparation for the Prelims and Mains exam and manage their study plans, which helps in avoiding confusion.

IBPS Exam Calendar 2026-27 – Highlights

The Exam dates for IBPS 2026 Exams are given in the table below. All the exams will be conducted from August 2026 till December 2026. Check the exam-wise dates below.

How to Download the IBPS Exam Calendar 2026?

Aspirants can download the IBPS Exam Calendar 2026 from the official website of IBPS at www.ibps.in. Follow these simple steps:

1. Go to the official website of IBPS at www.ibps.in or simply click on the PDF link shared above.
2. On the homepage, click on the link to IBPS Calendar 2026.
3. Once, you click, the PDF will open on your screen.
4. On the IBPS Calendar 2026 PDF you can check Prelims and Mains exam date for various exams.

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IBPS Calendar 2026 PDF Download

It is always a good idea to keep the IBPS Calendar by your side. Here, we have provided the calendar in PDF format, so that aspirants can download it and keep it with themselves along with the study material.

Download IBPS Calendar 2026 PDF

About IBPS Exams 2026

The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) is an exam-conducting body that organises exams like SO, PO, Clerk, and RRB exams every year. Every year, thousands of vacancies are released, and lakhs of candidates turn out to apply for the Banking Jobs.

The IBPS Exam Selection Process mainly includes three stages: Prelims, Mains, and Interview (no interview for clerk and office assistant posts). Candidates who hold a Bachelor’s degree can apply, provided that they are in the required age group. Through IBPS Exams 2026, thousands of banking vacancies are expected to be filled, making it a great opportunity for candidates aiming for a secure government banking career with growth, stability, and nationwide exposure.

IBPS Exam Notification 2026-When?

IBPS is expected to release notifications for IBPS PO, SO, Clerk, and RRB Exams starting from June 2026. The official notification contains important information related to the vacancy, eligibility, exam pattern, and so on. Check the exam-wise details below.

IBPS PO Exam (CRP PO/MT XVI)

This is going to be the 16th edition of IBPS Probationary Officer exam and its official notification is expected to be released in June-July 2026. Its selection process involves three stages: Prelims, Mains, and Interview. Check the exam dates below.

IBPS Clerk Exam (CRP CSA XVI)

IBPS Clerk or Customer Service Associate (CSA) exam is conducted for thousands of vacancies and the selection process includes 2 exam stages: Prelims and Mains. The official notification is expected to be released in August 2026.

IBPS SO Exam (CRP SPL XVI)

The IBPS Specialist Officer exam is conducted for various specialised post in IT, HR, Personnel, Agriculture, and Law. The official notification is expected to be released in June 2026. There are three selection stages: Prelims, Mains, and Interview and the exam dates are as follows.

IBPS RRB Clerk (CRP RRB Office Assistant-XV)

IBPS conducts exams for Regional Rural Banks as well. One of these exams is the Clerk or Office Assistant. The official notification for all RRB exams will be released in September- October 2026.

IBPS RRB PO (CRP RRB Officer Scale 1-XV)

RRB PO also known as Office Scale 1 post in Gramin Banks. There are three selection stages in RRB PO Exam – Prelims, Mains, and Interview. The official notification will be released in September- October 2026. 

IBPS RRB SO (CRP RRB Officer Scale 2 & 3 – XV)

IBPS RRB SO or Officer Scale 2 and 3. These are Specialist Officer posts in IT, Law, Agriculture and other fields. Unlike other exams, RRB Officer scale 2 and 3 has only two stages: Single exam and Interview.

Details Mentioned on the IBPS Exam Calendar 2026

• Name of the Conducting Body (IBPS)
• Recruitment (2026-27)
• Name of Posts
• Exam Dates
• Registration Details
• Documents to be uploaded
• Document specifications

What’s Next for Bank Exam Aspirants?

IBPS has provided clarity regarding the annual IBPS Exam and candidates should now start preparing, here are some tips that can prove handy.

• Start preparing early according to the IBPS Exam Calendar 2026-27 to stay ahead of the competition.
• Create a stage-wise study plan covering prelims, mains, and interview stages.
• Focus on concept clarity, speed, and accuracy, especially for Quant, Reasoning, and English.
• Practice mock tests and previous year papers regularly to analyse performance.
• Keep an eye on official notifications, admit cards, and exam updates to avoid missing important deadlines.