IBPS Clerk Eligibility 2026: Age Limit, Qualification and Language Test
Last updated: 2026-11-13 · MockMentor
For IBPS Clerk 2026 you need a graduation degree in any discipline, computer literacy, and must be 20 to 28 years old on 1 August 2026.
Eligibility at a glance
| Rule | CRP CSA-XVI (2026) |
|---|---|
| Age | 20 to 28 years as on 1 August 2026 |
| Date of birth | Between 2 August 1998 and 1 August 2006 (both days included) |
| Qualification | Graduation in any discipline, result declared on or before 21 August 2026 |
| Computer literacy | Compulsory: a certificate, diploma or degree in computer operations, or computers/IT studied as a subject in school, college or university |
| Percentage | No minimum, but you must state your graduation percentage to two decimal places |
Local language
You must be able to read, write, speak and understand the local language of the State or Union Territory you apply for. You are exempt from the test if your Class 10 or higher certificate shows you studied that language. Others take the Local Language Proficiency Test before joining; failing it means disqualification.
Age relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST | 5 years |
| OBC (non-creamy layer) | 3 years |
| PwBD | 10 years |
| Ex-servicemen | Actual service plus 3 years (8 years for disabled ex-servicemen from SC/ST), up to age 50 |
| Widows, divorced women and women legally separated, not remarried | Up to age 35 (General/EWS), 38 (OBC), 40 (SC/ST) |
Application fee
| Category | Fee (including GST) |
|---|---|
| SC / ST / PwBD / ex-servicemen | ₹175 |
| All others | ₹850 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the age limit for IBPS Clerk 2026?
20 to 28 years as on 1 August 2026.
Is a computer certificate compulsory for IBPS Clerk?
Yes, unless you studied computers or IT as a subject in school, college or university.
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Source: IBPS: CRP CSA-XVI notification (1 August 2026) and vacancy update of 29 September 2026.
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