The IBPS PO 16th Pre Result 2026 has been released on 23 September 2026. Candidates who appeared in the Probationary Officer / Management Trainee Preliminary Examination can now check their result and find out whether they have qualified for the next stage.
The IBPS PO / MT-XVI recruitment is being conducted for 7,365 Probationary Officer and Management Trainee vacancies across participating public sector banks. The preliminary examination was conducted in August 2026, and candidates who qualify in the prelims will proceed to the IBPS PO Mains Examination scheduled for October 2026.
Candidates should check their result using the required login details and save a copy of the result information for future reference.
IBPS PO 16th Pre Result 2026
The prelims result determines which candidates are eligible to move forward to the mains examination. Candidates who qualify should begin mains preparation without waiting for the mains result or another notice.
The IBPS PO Mains Exam 2026 is scheduled for October 2026, while the mains result is expected to be available in November 2026 according to the recruitment schedule provided.
The final selection process continues beyond the mains stage, so candidates qualifying in the preliminary examination should keep their application details and documents safely available.
How to Check IBPS PO Pre Result 2026
Candidates can check their result through the IBPS examination portal by following these steps:
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Open the IBPS examination website.
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Go to the CRP PO/MT-XVI section.
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Find the link for the IBPS PO 16th Preliminary Result 2026.
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Open the result login page.
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Enter the required registration number or roll number.
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Enter the password or date of birth as requested.
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Submit the details.
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Check your prelims result and qualifying status.
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Download or save the result page for future reference.
Candidates should make sure their login information is entered correctly if the result page does not open on the first attempt.
IBPS PO 16th Recruitment 2026 – Important Dates
| Event | Date / Status |
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| Application Start | 01 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 26 July 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 26 July 2026 |
| Correction Window | 29–30 July 2026 |
| PET Admit Card | 10 August 2026 |
| Preliminary Examination | August 2026 |
| Prelims Result | 23 September 2026 – Available Now |
| Mains Examination | October 2026 |
| Mains Result | November 2026 |
IBPS PO 16th Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particular | Details |
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| Recruitment | IBPS PO / MT-XVI |
| Post | Probationary Officer / Management Trainee |
| Conducting Authority | Institute of Banking Personnel Selection |
| Recruitment Year | 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 7,365 |
| Prelims | August 2026 |
| Prelims Result | 23 September 2026 |
| Mains Exam | October 2026 |
| Mains Result | November 2026 |
| Current Status | Prelims Result Released |
IBPS PO Application Fee 2026
The application fee was different for General, EWS/OBC and reserved categories.
| Category | Application Fee |
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| General / EWS / OBC | ₹850 |
| SC / ST / PH | ₹175 |
The examination fee was payable through the available online or offline fee-payment mode during the application period.
The application window has now closed, and candidates who have qualified in the prelims should concentrate on the mains stage.
IBPS PO Age Limit 2026
The age limit was calculated as on 01 July 2026.
| Age Requirement | Details |
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| Minimum Age | 20 Years |
| Maximum Age | 30 Years |
| Age Relaxation | Applicable as per IBPS rules |
Candidates belonging to eligible categories receive age relaxation according to the applicable recruitment provisions.
IBPS PO Vacancy 2026
The IBPS PO / MT-XVI recruitment has 7,365 vacancies.
| Post | Total Posts | Eligibility |
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| Probationary Officer / Management Trainee | 7,365 | Bachelor's Degree in any stream from a recognized university/institution |
The large vacancy pool is distributed among participating public sector banks and reservation categories.
Category-Wise Vacancy
| Post | UR | OBC | EWS | SC | ST | Total |
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| PO / MT-XVI | 2,936 | 2,015 | 721 | 1,131 | 562 | 7,365 |
Bank-Wise Vacancy Details
The vacancies are distributed across the participating banks as follows:
| Bank | UR | EWS | OBC | SC | ST | Total |
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| Bank of Baroda | 770 | 190 | 513 | 285 | 142 | 1,900 |
| Bank of India | 203 | 50 | 135 | 75 | 37 | 500 |
| Bank of Maharashtra | 446 | 110 | 297 | 165 | 82 | 1,100 |
| Canara Bank | 608 | 150 | 405 | 225 | 112 | 1,500 |
| Central Bank of India | 203 | 50 | 135 | 75 | 37 | 500 |
| Indian Bank | 217 | 52 | 199 | 122 | 60 | 650 |
| Indian Overseas Bank | 223 | 54 | 148 | 84 | 41 | 550 |
| Punjab National Bank | 204 | 50 | 136 | 76 | 38 | 504 |
| Punjab & Sindh Bank | 62 | 15 | 47 | 24 | 13 | 161 |
IBPS PO Educational Qualification
Candidates must hold a Bachelor's Degree in any stream from a recognized university or institution.
The degree requirement is broad, allowing graduates from different academic backgrounds to apply. Candidates should ensure that their qualification satisfies the applicable eligibility conditions of the recruitment.
What After IBPS PO Prelims Result 2026?
Candidates who qualify in the preliminary examination should immediately shift their preparation towards the mains examination.
The next major stage is the IBPS PO Mains Examination scheduled for October 2026.
Candidates should:
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Check their prelims result carefully.
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Save a copy of the result.
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Start focused mains preparation.
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Revise banking and financial awareness.
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Practise reasoning and quantitative aptitude questions.
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Work on English language preparation.
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Practise with timed mock tests.
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Revise important current affairs.
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Keep application and identity documents ready.
The mains examination carries greater importance in the later stages of the recruitment process, so candidates should use the available preparation period efficiently.
IBPS PO Mains 2026
The IBPS PO Mains Examination is scheduled for October 2026.
Candidates who qualify in the prelims should watch for the mains admit card and examination instructions. The exact examination date should be checked when the mains schedule/admit card is released.
The mains result is scheduled for November 2026 according to the information provided for this recruitment.
IBPS PO Selection Process
The recruitment progresses through multiple stages:
Preliminary Examination → Main Examination → Interview → Final Selection
The preliminary examination is used to shortlist candidates for the mains stage. Candidates who qualify through the subsequent stages proceed toward final selection according to the applicable recruitment rules.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Is the IBPS PO 16th Pre Result 2026 released?
Yes. The IBPS PO / MT-XVI Preliminary Result 2026 is available from 23 September 2026.
2. When was the IBPS PO prelims exam conducted?
The preliminary examination was conducted in August 2026.
3. When is the IBPS PO Mains Exam 2026?
The IBPS PO Mains Examination is scheduled for October 2026.
4. When will the IBPS PO Mains Result 2026 be available?
The mains result is scheduled for November 2026 according to the recruitment timeline provided.
5. How many vacancies are available in IBPS PO 2026?
There are 7,365 Probationary Officer / Management Trainee vacancies in the IBPS PO / MT-XVI recruitment.
6. What is the educational qualification for IBPS PO?
Candidates need a Bachelor's Degree in any stream from a recognized university or institution.
7. What is the age limit for IBPS PO 2026?
The minimum age is 20 years and the maximum age is 30 years, calculated as on 01 July 2026, with applicable category-wise relaxation.
8. What is the IBPS PO application fee?
The fee was ₹850 for General/EWS/OBC candidates and ₹175 for SC/ST/PH candidates.
9. How can I check the IBPS PO prelims result?
Candidates can open the IBPS PO/MT-XVI result link and enter the required registration number or roll number along with the requested login information.
10. What should I do after qualifying for IBPS PO prelims?
Start preparing for the mains examination, which is scheduled for October 2026. Candidates should also keep their application details and required documents safely available.
11. What is the total number of IBPS PO vacancies for 2026?
The total vacancy is 7,365 posts.
12. Which banks are participating in IBPS PO 2026?
The vacancy list includes Bank of Baroda, Bank of India, Bank of Maharashtra, Canara Bank, Central Bank of India, Indian Bank, Indian Overseas Bank, Punjab National Bank and Punjab & Sind Bank.
13. How many vacancies are there in Bank of Baroda?
Bank of Baroda has 1,900 vacancies in the vacancy details provided for IBPS PO/MT-XVI.
14. How many vacancies are there in Canara Bank?
Canara Bank has 1,500 vacancies in the provided bank-wise vacancy distribution.
15. When did the IBPS PO 16th application process start?
The online application process started on 01 July 2026.
16. What was the last date to apply for IBPS PO 2026?
The last date for online application was 26 July 2026.
17. Was there a correction window for IBPS PO 2026?
Yes. The correction window was scheduled for 29 and 30 July 2026.
18. When was the IBPS PO PET admit card released?
The PET admit card was made available on 10 August 2026.
19. What is the current status of IBPS PO MT-XVI Recruitment 2026?
The preliminary result has been released on 23 September 2026. The next major stage is the mains examination scheduled for October 2026.
20. What should candidates check in the IBPS PO prelims result?
Candidates should check their qualifying status and carefully save the result information for use during the subsequent stages of the recruitment.