•  Content Creator : Prabhjot
• 2025-10-17

The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has released its revised tentative calendar on June 16, 2025 for the recruitment examinations to be held in the year 2025-26. The updated schedule is now available on its official website — ibps.in. As per the revised calendar, the exams for various posts in Public Sector Banks (PSBs) and Regional Rural Banks (RRBs) will begin from August 2025 and continue until February 2026.

IBPS conducts exams every year to recruit candidates for posts like Probationary Officers (PO), Management Trainees (MT), Specialist Officers (SO), Clerks, and RRB posts such as Office Assistants and Officer Scale I, II, and III. Thousands of banking aspirants across the country apply for these posts, and this calendar helps them prepare well in advance.

Let’s take a closer look at the revised exam dates, application process, and other key details.

Revised Exam Dates for PSBs

For Public Sector Banks, IBPS will conduct recruitment exams for three main categories — Probationary Officers (PO)/Management Trainees (MT), Specialist Officers (SO), and Customer Service Associates (CSA) (likely Clerical posts).

Revised Exam Dates for RRBs

IBPS also conducts recruitment exams for CRP RRBs-XIV (Office Assistants) and CRP RRBs-XIV (Officers Scale I, II & III) in Regional Rural Banks across India. Here is the revised schedule:

Registration Process

The application process for all IBPS exams will be conducted online only. Candidates will be required to register through the official IBPS website. For most posts, there will be a single registration for both Preliminary and Main examinations. That means applicants won’t need to register twice.

During the online application process, candidates must upload several documents. Make sure to keep these files ready in the specified formats:

1. Photograph: File size should be between 20 KB and 50 KB in JPEG format.
2. Signature: File size should be between 10 KB and 20 KB in JPEG format.
3. Thumb Impression: File size should be between 20 KB and 50 KB in JPEG format.
4. Handwritten Declaration: This must be written in the candidate’s own handwriting (format will be available in the official notification). File size should be between 50 KB and 100 KB in JPEG format.

Additionally, while submitting the form, candidates will be required to capture and upload a live photograph for verification purposes. This is a new step introduced by IBPS to ensure authenticity in the registration process.

Important Points to Note

• The exam calendar released by IBPS is tentative, which means the dates may change due to unforeseen reasons such as administrative requirements, government advisories, or court decisions.
• IBPS has clearly mentioned that it reserves the right to modify the exam schedule and the selection process if needed.
• Aspirants are advised to regularly visit the official website — ibps.in — for updates, notifications, and changes related to the examination process.

Why the IBPS Calendar Matters?

The IBPS calendar plays a vital role for candidates who are preparing for bank jobs. Knowing the exam dates in advance allows them to:

• Plan their study schedule more effectively
• Enroll in coaching programs or online courses
• Track their progress with the available time
• Stay ahead of deadlines for applications, admit cards, and preparation

Banking exams are known for their tough competition, and having a clear roadmap is the first step toward cracking them.

Final Words

With the release of the revised IBPS calendar for 2025-26, aspiring candidates now have a better idea of how to prepare for upcoming banking exams. Whether you are aiming for PO, Clerk, Specialist Officer, or RRB posts, now is the time to get serious about preparation.

Make sure to:

• Check the official notification once released
• Keep your documents ready for uploading
• Follow the IBPS website regularly for any changes
• Start early with a well-structured study plan

IBPS has always been a transparent and reliable body for banking recruitments, and this revised calendar ensures that candidates are well informed and well prepared