IBPS PO Recruitment 2025: Golden Opportunity to Become a Probationary Officer in Government Banks – Apply for 5208 Posts by July 21

The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has officially released the notification for IBPS PO Recruitment 2025. A total of 5208 vacancies are available for the post of Probationary Officer (PO) across 11 public sector banks. The application process has started from July 1, 2025, and will remain open until July 21, 2025.

Participating Banks & Vacancy Details:

Bank Name Vacancies
Bank of Baroda 1000
Bank of India 700
Bank of Maharashtra 1000
Central Bank of India 500
Canara Bank 1000
Indian Overseas Bank 450
Punjab National Bank 200
Punjab & Sind Bank 358
Indian Bank Not Reported
UCO Bank Not Reported
Union Bank of India Not Reported
Total 5208

Important Dates:

Event Date
Online Registration Starts July 1, 2025
Last Date to Apply July 21, 2025
Last Date for Fee Payment July 21, 2025
Pre-Exam Training August 2025
Preliminary Exam August 17, 23 & 24, 2025
Preliminary Result September 2025
Main Exam October 2025
Main Exam Result November–December 2025
Personality Test November–December 2025
Interview Round December 2025 – January 2026
Final Allotment January–February 2026

Eligibility Criteria:

Educational Qualification:

Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized university or equivalent qualification approved by the Government of India. A valid mark sheet or degree certificate is mandatory at the time of registration.

Age Limit:

  • Minimum Age: 20 years

  • Maximum Age: 30 years (as of July 1, 2025)
    Candidates must have been born between July 2, 1995 and July 1, 2005.
    Age relaxation is applicable for candidates from reserved categories as per government norms.

Changes in Exam Pattern:

Preliminary Exam:

  • English Language: 30 Questions | 30 Marks | 20 Minutes

  • Quantitative Aptitude: 35 Questions | 35 Marks | 20 Minutes

  • Reasoning Ability: 35 Questions | 35 Marks | 20 Minutes

  • Total: 100 Questions | 100 Marks | Duration: 60 Minutes

  • Negative Marking: 1/3 mark deduction for every incorrect answer

Main Exam:

  • Reasoning & Computer Aptitude: 40 Qs | 60 Marks | 50 Min

  • General/Economy/Banking Awareness: 35 Qs | 50 Marks | 25 Min

  • English Language: 35 Qs | 40 Marks | 40 Min

  • Data Interpretation & Analysis: 35 Qs | 50 Marks | 45 Min

  • Descriptive Test (Essay & Letter): 2 Questions | 25 Marks | 30 Min

  • Total Marks: 225

Application Fees:

  • General/OBC/EWS: ₹850

  • SC/ST/PwD/Female (all categories): ₹175

How to Apply for IBPS PO 2025:

  1. Visit the official IBPS website: ibps.in

  2. Click on “IBPS PO 2025 Advertisement” on the homepage

  3. Select “New Registration” and fill in the basic details

  4. Submit to generate a registration ID and password

  5. Upload scanned photograph and signature

  6. Provide academic qualifications, bank preferences, and other required information

  7. Upload thumb impression and handwritten declaration

  8. Pay the application fee and click submit

Note: Candidates are advised to read the official notification carefully before applying. Ensure all documents are ready in the prescribed format.