IBPS Clerk 16th Online Form 2026 Started | Apply Online for 11,403 Customer Service Associate (CSA) Posts
The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has officially started the IBPS Clerk CRP CSA-XVI Online Form 2026 for the recruitment of 11,403 Customer Service Associate (Clerk) vacancies in participating public sector banks across India. Eligible graduates can submit their online applications from 01 August 2026. The last date to apply online is 21 August 2026. Candidates interested in a banking career should complete the registration well before the deadline to avoid last-minute technical issues.
IBPS Clerk CRP CSA-XVI Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) |
| Post Name | Customer Service Associate (Clerk) |
| CRP | CSA-XVI (16th) |
| Total Vacancies | 11,403 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Status | Started |
| Last Date to Apply | 21 August 2026 |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start | 01 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 21 August 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 21 August 2026 |
| Correction Window | As Per Schedule |
| PET Training | September 2026 |
| Preliminary Exam | October 2026 |
| Pre Admit Card | Before Exam |
| Pre Result | November 2026 |
| Main Examination | December 2026 |
Note: The application last date should be 21 August 2026 (the source mentions 21/08/2024, which appears to be a typographical error).
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹850 |
| SC / ST / PwBD | ₹175 |
Payment Mode: Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, Mobile Wallet, Cash Card, UPI.
Age Limit (As on 01 August 2026)
| Criteria | Age |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 20 Years |
| Maximum Age | 28 Years |
Age relaxation is applicable as per IBPS CRP CSA-XVI Recruitment Rules.
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Total Posts | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Customer Service Associate (Clerk) | 11,403 | Bachelor's Degree in any discipline from a recognized university. |
State-wise Vacancy Details
| State / UT | Vacancies | State / UT | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|
| Andaman & Nicobar | 18 | Andhra Pradesh | 186 |
| Arunachal Pradesh | 45 | Assam | 349 |
| Bihar | 491 | Chandigarh | 20 |
| Chhattisgarh | 265 | Dadra & Nagar Haveli | 18 |
| Delhi (NCT) | 415 | Goa | 61 |
| Gujarat | 698 | Haryana | 196 |
| Himachal Pradesh | 97 | Jammu & Kashmir | 67 |
| Jharkhand | 182 | Karnataka | 1,414 |
| Kerala | 108 | Lakshadweep | 11 |
| Madhya Pradesh | 570 | Maharashtra | 1,051 |
| Manipur | 42 | Meghalaya | 22 |
| Mizoram | 17 | Nagaland | 31 |
| Odisha | 337 | Puducherry | 26 |
| Punjab | 481 | Rajasthan | 392 |
| Sikkim | 28 | Tamil Nadu | 675 |
| Telangana | 191 | Tripura | 64 |
| Uttar Pradesh | 1,731 | Uttarakhand | 145 |
| West Bengal | 946 | Daman & Diu | 7 |
| Ladakh | 6 | Total | 11,403 |
Participating Banks
- Bank of Baroda (BOB)
- Bank of India (BOI)
- Bank of Maharashtra (BOM)
- Canara Bank
- Central Bank of India
- Indian Bank
- Indian Overseas Bank (IOB)
- Punjab National Bank (PNB)
- Punjab & Sind Bank
- UCO Bank
- Union Bank of India (UBI)
- Other participating public sector banks as notified by IBPS.
Selection Process
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| Stage 1 | Preliminary Examination |
| Stage 2 | Main Examination |
| Stage 3 | Document Verification |
| Stage 4 | Final Allotment |
How to Apply for IBPS Clerk 16th Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official IBPS recruitment portal.
- Click on CRP CSA-XVI (IBPS Clerk 2026) registration link.
- Complete the registration using a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Fill in the online application form carefully.
- Upload the required photograph, signature, thumb impression, and handwritten declaration.
- Pay the application fee through the online payment gateway.
- Submit the application form and download the confirmation page for future reference.
FAQs
Q1. Has the IBPS Clerk 16th Online Form 2026 started?
Yes. Online applications started on 01 August 2026.
Q2. What is the last date to apply for IBPS Clerk Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the online application is 21 August 2026.
Q3. How many vacancies are available in IBPS Clerk CRP CSA-XVI 2026?
A total of 11,403 Clerk (Customer Service Associate) vacancies have been announced.
Q4. What is the educational qualification required?
Candidates must possess a Bachelor's Degree in any discipline from a recognized university.
Q5. What is the selection process for IBPS Clerk 2026?
The recruitment process includes a Preliminary Examination, Main Examination, Document Verification, and Final Allotment.