IBPS PO Exam 2024 (CRP PO/MT-XIV application form opens in July-August: IBPS PO Exam is conducted by the Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) for its participating banks to select eligible candidates for the post of Probationary Officers/Management Trainee. This will now be happening in 2024 in its 14th edition.
There are three stages for the selection of IBPS PO, the first stage is the preliminary exam and the second stage is the main and the final stage is the interview.
IBPS PO Exam 2024 Prelims will be conducted in September or October. IBPS PO Mains will happen in November.
Participating Banks
| Bank of Baroda | PNB |
| Bank of India | Punjab & Sind Bank |
| Bank of Maharashtra | Union Bank |
| Canara Bank | Central Bank of India |
| UCO Bank | Indian bank |
| Indian Overseas Bank |
The eligibility criteria include educational qualification, age limit, nationality, and additional criteria. Each candidate must fulfil all the requirements to be eligible for the exam. Specifically, candidates must possess a Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university, and have a valid mark sheet and certificate of graduation at the time of filling out the IBPS application form.
A candidate must be either – (i) a Citizen of India or (ii) a subject of Nepal or (iii) a subject of Bhutan or (iv) a Tibetan Refugee who came over to India before 1st January 1962 with the intention of permanently settling in India or (v) a person of Indian origin who has migrated from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, East African countries of Kenya, Uganda, the United Republic of Tanzania (formerly Tanganyika and Zanzibar), Zambia, Malawi, Zaire, Ethiopia and Vietnam with the intention of permanently settling in India
Age
Minimum 20 years
Maximum 30 Years
Relaxation of Age for reserved category
SC-5 Years
OBC-3 Years
PWD-10 years
Ex Services Men, Commissioned Officers-5 Years
Person Affected by 1984 Riots-5 Years
Educational Qualification
To be eligible for this position, the candidate must hold a Bachelor’s degree in any field from a university that is recognized by the Government of India, or a qualification that is deemed equivalent and is recognized by the Central Government. The candidate must also possess a valid degree certificate or mark sheet indicating that they have graduated on the day of registration, and must specify the percentage of marks they obtained during their undergraduate studies while registering online
Percentage for IBPS PO Exam 2024 – Though this exam does not demand any percentage but all the candidates who apply must mention his/her qualification
The registration process for the IBPS PO Exam 2024 exam is entirely online, and candidates must follow specific steps to complete their registration. Firstly, candidates must visit the official website and click on the ‘New Registration link. They will then be required to enter their name, phone number, email id, and security code to register. After successful registration, candidates can proceed to fill out the detailed application form, which includes basic details, educational qualifications, experience, and preferences. Candidates must ensure that they provide accurate and complete information during the registration process.
Candidates must also ensure that they have all the necessary documents required for the registration process. These documents include a scanned image of the latest passport size photograph and signature of the applicant, left thumb impression, and a handwritten declaration. After completing the registration process, candidates will be required to pay the application fee and submit their application form. The IBPS PO Exam 2024 selection process comprises prelims, mains, and an interview. The marks obtained in the prelims exam are not counted towards the final selection, but candidates must still perform well to qualify for the mains exam. It is essential for candidates to carefully follow all the steps and guidelines provided by the IBPS during the registration process to ensure a successful application.
Schedule IBPS PO Exam 2024 Application Process
| Application form Opens | July-August 24 |
| Application submission’s last date | Last Week of August |
| Admit Card | The second week of September |
| Preliminary Exam Dates | 3 Days In Sept or Oct |
| IBPS PO Mains Exam Date 2024 | Nov |
Application Fee
| General and Others | Rs.850 |
| SC/ST/PwD | Rs175 |
Exam Pattern
| Quantitative aptitude | 35 |
| Reasoning Ability | 35 |
| English Language | 30 |
| Duration | 60 Minutes |
To be eligible for consideration, candidates must attain the minimum cut-off score as determined by IBPS on each of the three tests. IBPS will determine the number of candidates needed in each category based on requirements and will select an appropriate number of candidates who meet the criteria for the online main exam
CREDIT HISTORY
In order to be considered for the position, the applicant must guarantee that they have upheld a positive credit history, maintaining good standing.
To be eligible to join participating banks, it is required to possess a CIBIL score of 650 or higher at the time of joining.
The minimum credit score required to participate will be in accordance with the participating banks’ policies, which may be subject to amendment.
NOTE: Candidates with no bank account shall not be required to produce the CIBIL status. CIBIL Score requirement is not a pre-condition to apply
Main Exam
| Test | No.Of Questions | Max Marks | Language | Time |
| Reasoning & Computer Aptitude | 45 | 60 | English & Hindi | 60 Minutes |
| General/ Economy/ Banking Awareness | 40 | 40 | English & Hindi | 35 Minutes |
| English Language | 35 | 40 | English | 40 Minutes |
| Data Analysis & Interpretation | 35 | 60 | English & Hindi | 45 Minutes |
| Total | 155 | 200 | 3 Hours | |
| English Language (Letter Writing & Essay) | 2 | 25 | English | 30 Minutes |
Penalty for Wrong Answer
There is a penalty for wrong answers which marked in the Objective Tests. 0.25 marks will be deducted.
Candidates have to qualify in each of the three tests by securing minimum cut-off marks to be decided by IBPS. Adequate number of candidates in each category as decided by IBPS depending upon requirements will be shortlisted for Online Main Examination.
CUT-OFF SCORE (Online Main Examination)
To be selected for an interview, aspiring candidates must attain a minimum score in each of the Online Main examination tests and achieve an overall minimum score. The number of open vacancies will determine the cut-off points, which will be utilized to select candidates for interviews. Prior to the conclusion of the interview process, candidates who are shortlisted for interviews will not have access to their scores on the Online Main examination. It should be noted that the decision of IBPS in selecting and calling candidates for interviews or provisional allotment will be considered final.
INTERVIEW
Those who have made it to the Online Main examination for CRP- PO/MTXIII and are part of the shortlist will receive an invitation for an Interview. The Participating Banks will conduct the Interview, which will be coordinated by the Nodal Bank in each State/ UT with the assistance of IBPS. The Interviews will take place at designated centres. The call letter will notify the shortlisted candidates of the IBPS PO Exam 2024 of the centre, venue address, and date and time of the Interview.