IBPS PO Eligibility 2026: Age Limit, Qualification and Fee
Last updated: 2026-11-13 · MockMentor
For IBPS PO you need a graduation degree in any discipline and must be 20 to 30 years old. Unlike SBI PO, IBPS does not limit the number of attempts. The rules below are from the CRP PO/MT-XVI notification of 30 June 2026.
IBPS PO eligibility at a glance
| Rule | CRP PO/MT-XVI (2026) |
|---|---|
| Nationality | Indian citizen, or a subject of Nepal or Bhutan, or other categories listed by IBPS with a certificate of eligibility |
| Age | 20 to 30 years as on 1 July 2026 |
| Date of birth | Between 2 July 1996 and 1 July 2006 (both dates included) |
| Qualification | Graduation in any discipline from a recognised university |
| Qualification date | Result declared on or before 21 July 2026 |
| Final-year students | Not eligible unless the result was declared by 21 July 2026 |
| Minimum marks | No minimum percentage |
| Attempts | No limit |
Educational qualification
- A degree in any discipline recognised by the Government of India is enough.
- You must hold a valid mark sheet or degree certificate on the day you register, and enter your graduation percentage in the form.
- Percentage is worked out on all subjects in all years or semesters, including honours and optional subjects. Fractions are ignored, so 59.99% counts as less than 60%.
- If your university gives a CGPA, convert it to a percentage using the university's own rule and keep the university's certificate on the conversion.
Age relaxation
| Category | Relaxation in upper age limit |
|---|---|
| Scheduled Caste / Scheduled Tribe (SC/ST) | 5 years |
| Other Backward Classes (OBC), non-creamy layer | 3 years |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) | 10 years |
| Ex-servicemen and commissioned officers with at least 5 years' military service | 5 years |
SC/ST/OBC relaxation can be added to only one of the other two (PwBD or ex-servicemen).
Application fee
| Category | Fee (GST included) |
|---|---|
| SC / ST / PwBD | ₹175 |
| All others | ₹850 |
Bank charges for online payment are borne by the candidate.
IBPS PO vs SBI PO eligibility
| Rule | IBPS PO 2026 | SBI PO 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| Age | 20 to 30 (as on 1 July 2026) | 21 to 30 (as on 1 April 2026) |
| Final-year students | Result must be out by 21 July 2026 | Can apply; proof by 30 September 2026 |
| Attempts | No limit | 6 for UR/EWS, 9 for OBC/PwBD |
| Fee | ₹850 / ₹175 | ₹750 / nil |
See the SBI PO eligibility page for SBI's rules.
Frequently asked questions
What is the age limit for IBPS PO 2026?
20 to 30 years as on 1 July 2026. SC/ST candidates get 5 more years, OBC (non-creamy layer) 3 more and PwBD 10 more.
Can final-year students apply for IBPS PO?
Only if their graduation result was declared on or before 21 July 2026.
Is there a limit on attempts in IBPS PO?
No. IBPS does not cap the number of attempts.
What is the IBPS PO application fee?
₹850 for General, OBC and EWS candidates and ₹175 for SC, ST and PwBD candidates, including GST.
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Source: IBPS: Detailed Notification for CRP PO/MT-XVI, dated 30 June 2026.