Upcoming Bank Exams 2026, Check Complete list, Notification and Syllabus
Complete list of IBPS, SBI, RBI notifications, exam dates, eligibility, syllabus, and latest updates. Stay updated with all banking exams in one place.
Upcoming Bank Exams 2026 are highly anticipated by lakhs of aspirants aiming for government banking jobs in India. Candidates preparing for exams like IBPS PO, Clerk, RRB, SBI PO, and RBI should stay updated with notifications, exam dates, eligibility, and syllabus.
Every year, banking exams are conducted nationwide, offering excellent career opportunities in public sector banks. Candidates are advised to begin preparation early and track all updates regularly.
The official Bank Exam Calendar 2026 will be released soon by conducting authorities like IBPS, SBI, and RBI. Below is the expected schedule:
| Exam | Registration Dates | Exam Dates | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| JAIIB 2026 | 2nd to 28th February 2026 | 3rd, 9th, 10th and 17th May 2026 | Closed |
| CAIIB 2026 | 4th to 24th March 2026 | 31st May, 7th, 13th, 14th & 21st June 2026 | Open |
| RBI Assistant 2026 | 16th Feb β 10th Mar 2026 | Prelims: 11th Apr | Mains: 7th Jun 2026 | Closed |
| IDBI Junior Asst Manager 2026 | 8th to 19th March 2026 | Online Exam: 12th April 2026 | Closed |
| SBI CBO 2026 | May 2026 | To be announced | Upcoming |
| SBI PO 2026 | July 2026 | Prelims & Mains: TBA | Upcoming |
| IBPS PO 2026 | July 2026 | Prelims: 22β23 Aug | Mains: 4th Oct 2026 | Upcoming |
| IBPS SO 2026 | July 2026 | Prelims: 29th Aug | Mains: 1st Nov 2026 | Upcoming |
| SBI Clerk 2026 | August 2026 | Prelims & Mains: TBA | Upcoming |
| IBPS RRB 2026 | August 2026 | PO Prelims: 21β22 Nov | Clerk: 6β12 Dec 2026 | Upcoming |
| IBPS Clerk 2026 | August 2026 | Prelims: 10β11 Oct | Mains: 27th Dec 2026 | Upcoming |
| RBI Grade B 2026 | September 2026 | Prelims & Mains: TBA | Upcoming |
| SBI Apprentice 2026 | TBA | TBA | Upcoming |
| IDBI Executive 2026 | TBA | TBA | Upcoming |
| SIDBI Recruitment 2026 | TBA | TBA | Upcoming |
| IDBI SO Recruitment 2026 | TBA | TBA | Upcoming |
| Exam | Registration Dates | Exam Dates | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| SEBI Grade A | 30th Oct β 28th Nov 2025 | Prelims: 10 Jan | Mains: 28 Feb 2026 | Done |
| OICL AO | 3rd β 18th Dec 2025 | Prelims: 10 Jan | Mains: 28 Feb 2026 | Done |
| OICL Assistant | TBA | TBA | Upcoming |
| NICL AO | TBA | TBA | Upcoming |
| NICL Assistant | TBA | TBA | Upcoming |
| NIACL AO | TBA | TBA | Upcoming |
| NIACL Assistant | TBA | TBA | Upcoming |
The Bank Exams List 2026 includes major exams conducted by IBPS, SBI, RBI, and other bodies. Stay updated with the latest notifications and apply on time.
- IBPS PO
- IBPS Clerk
- IBPS SO
- IBPS SO β IT Officer
- IBPS SO β Law Officer
- IBPS SO β Marketing Officer
- IBPS SO β HR Officer
- IBPS SO β Rajbhasha Adhikari
- IBPS RRB
- IBPS RRB PO (Scale I)
- IBPS RRB Clerk
- IBPS RRB Scale III
- IBPS RRB Scale II IT
- IBPS RRB SO Law
- IBPS RRB GBO
- IBPS RRB Clerk (Tamil)
- IBPS Hindi Officer
- IBPS Deputy Manager AI
- HDFC Bank
- Nainital Bank PO
- Nainital Bank Clerk
- Karnataka Bank PO
- TMB Bank
- Bank of Baroda Office Asst
- Bank of Maharashtra GO
- Indian Overseas Bank LBO
- Union Bank LBO
- UCO Bank LBO
- Union Bank of India SO
- Union Bank Apprentice
- Central Bank Apprentice
- Central Bank Credit Officer
- PNB Apprentice
- Indian Bank
- CBI Asst Public Prosecutor
Bank Exam 2026 eligibility generally requires graduation from a recognized university. Age limit is 20β30 years (varies by exam). Candidates must meet nationality and category-based criteria as per official notifications.
| Exam Name | Qualification | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|
| IBPS PO, IBPS SO | Graduation in Relevant field | 20β30 years |
| IBPS Clerk, RBI Assistant | Graduation in Relevant field | 20β28 years |
| IBPS RRB | Graduation in Relevant field | 18β44 years |
| SBI PO, RBI Grade B | Graduate / Post Graduation in Relevant field | 21β30 years |
| SBI Clerk | Graduation in Relevant field | 21β28 years |
β οΈ Always verify eligibility from the official notification before applying.
The selection process typically includes Preliminary Exam, Main Exam, and Interview or Language Proficiency Test depending on the post. Final selection is based on merit.
| Exam Name | Selection Stages |
|---|---|
| IBPS PO Β· SBI PO Β· IBPS SO Β· IBPS RRB PO Β· SBI SO | Prelims β Mains β LPT β Interview |
| IBPS Clerk Β· RBI Assistant Β· SBI Clerk Β· IBPS RRB Clerk | Prelims β Mains β LPT |
| RBI Grade B | Phase 1 β Phase 2 β Interview |
| IBPS RRB Scale II & III Β· IDBI JAM Β· PNB SO | Single Exam β Interview |
Bank exams are conducted in CBT mode. The syllabus typically covers the following subjects:
| Subject / Section | Key Topics | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Reasoning / Aptitude | Puzzles, Syllogism, Series, Coding-Decoding, Directions | As per pattern |
| Quantitative Aptitude | Number System, Simplification, Data Interpretation, Algebra | As per pattern |
| English Language | Reading Comprehension, Grammar, Vocabulary, Cloze Test | As per pattern |
| General Awareness | Current Affairs, Static GK, Banking Awareness | As per pattern |
| Professional Knowledge | Subject-specific (for SO posts) | As per pattern |
Public Sector Banks
| # | Bank Name | HQ |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Allahabad Bank | Kolkata |
| 2 | Andhra Bank | Hyderabad |
| 3 | Bank of Baroda | Vadodara |
| 4 | Bank of India | Mumbai |
| 5 | Bank of Maharashtra | Pune |
| 6 | Canara Bank | Bangalore |
| 7 | Central Bank of India | Mumbai |
| 8 | Corporation Bank | Mangalore |
| 9 | Dena Bank | Mumbai |
| 10 | Indian Bank | Chennai |
| 11 | Indian Overseas Bank | Chennai |
| # | Bank Name | HQ |
|---|---|---|
| 12 | Oriental Bank of Commerce | New Delhi |
| 13 | Punjab National Bank | New Delhi |
| 14 | Punjab & Sind Bank | New Delhi |
| 15 | Syndicate Bank | Manipal |
| 16 | State Bank of India | Mumbai |
| 17 | Union Bank of India | Mumbai |
| 18 | United Bank of India | Kolkata |
| 19 | UCO Bank | Kolkata |
| 20 | Vijaya Bank | Bangalore |
| 21 | IDBI Bank Ltd. | Mumbai |
| 22 | India Post Payments Bank | New Delhi |
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Bank Exams 2026 cover a wide range of recruitment drives conducted by IBPS, SBI, RBI, NABARD, SEBI, and several other public sector banks and financial institutions. Every year, lakhs of candidates appear for these exams to secure government banking jobs. Below is the complete list of all major banking and financial sector exams in 2026.
| Exam | Conducting Body | Post Level | Vacancies | Qualification | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JAIIB 2026 | IIBF | In-service Bankers | Open | Working in a bank | |
| RBI Assistant 2026 | RBI | Clerical | ~450 | Graduation | |
| SBI CBO 2026 | SBI | Circle Based Officer | TBA | Graduation | |
| SBI PO 2026 | SBI | Probationary Officer | ~2,000 | Graduation | |
| IBPS PO 2026 | IBPS | Probationary Officer | ~3,500 | Graduation | |
| IBPS SO 2026 | IBPS | Specialist Officer | ~1,000 | Graduation (relevant) | |
| SBI Clerk 2026 | SBI | Junior Associate | ~8,000 | Graduation | |
| IBPS RRB 2026 | IBPS | PO + Clerk (RRBs) | ~10,000+ | Graduation | |
| IBPS Clerk 2026 | IBPS | Clerical Cadre | ~6,000 | Graduation | |
| RBI Grade B 2026 | RBI | Officer Grade B | ~200 | Graduation / PG | |
| SBI Apprentice 2026 | SBI | Apprentice | ~8,500 | Graduation | |
| NABARD Grade A & B 2026 | NABARD | Officer | ~160 | Graduation / PG | |
| SEBI Grade A 2026 | SEBI | Officer Grade A | ~120 | Graduation / PG | |
| LIC AAO 2026 | LIC | Asst Administrative Officer | ~300 | Graduation | |
| IDBI Executive 2026 | IDBI Bank | Executive | TBA | Graduation | |
| SIDBI Grade A 2026 | SIDBI | Assistant Manager | ~100 | Graduation / PG |
Use the direct links below to apply online for each banking exam. Links become active once the official notification is released. We update all apply links as soon as they go live β bookmark this page.
| Exam | Vacancies | Last Date | Apply Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| RBI Assistant 2026 | ~450 | Mar 10, 2026 | Closed |
| SBI PO 2026 | ~2,000 | Jul 2026 | Notify Me |
| IBPS PO 2026 | ~3,500 | Jul 2026 | Notify Me |
| IBPS SO 2026 | ~1,000 | Jul 2026 | Notify Me |
| SBI Clerk 2026 | ~8,000 | Aug 2026 | Notify Me |
| IBPS Clerk 2026 | ~6,000 | Aug 2026 | Notify Me |
| IBPS RRB 2026 | ~10,000+ | Aug 2026 | Notify Me |
| RBI Grade B 2026 | ~200 | Sep 2026 | Notify Me |
| NABARD Grade A & B 2026 | ~160 | Jun 2026 | Notify Me |
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The following exam dates are based on official notifications and IBPS Calendar 2026β27. Status badges update automatically based on today's date.
| Exam | Registration Dates | Prelims Date | Mains Date | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JAIIB 2026 | Feb 2 β 28, 2026 | 3, 9, 10, 17 May 2026 | β | |
| RBI Assistant 2026 | Feb 16 β Mar 10, 2026 | Apr 11, 2026 | Jun 7, 2026 | |
| SBI CBO 2026 | May 2026 | TBA | TBA | |
| SBI PO 2026 | Jul 2026 | TBA | TBA | |
| IBPS PO 2026 | Jul 2026 | Aug 22β23, 2026 | Oct 4, 2026 | |
| IBPS SO 2026 | Jul 2026 | Aug 29, 2026 | Nov 1, 2026 | |
| SBI Clerk 2026 | Aug 2026 | TBA | TBA | |
| IBPS RRB PO 2026 | Aug 2026 | Nov 21β22, 2026 | Dec 27, 2026 | |
| IBPS RRB Clerk 2026 | Aug 2026 | Dec 6β12, 2026 | Jan 30, 2027 | |
| IBPS Clerk 2026 | Aug 2026 | Oct 10β11, 2026 | Dec 27, 2026 | |
| RBI Grade B 2026 | Sep 2026 | TBA | TBA |
* Dates marked TBA are tentative. Official dates will be confirmed via ibps.in and sbi.co.in.
The age limit for bank exams varies by post and conducting body. Age is typically calculated as of 1st of the month of notification. Significant relaxations are available for reserved category candidates.
Post-wise Age Limit
| Exam | Minimum Age | Maximum Age (General) |
|---|---|---|
| IBPS PO, IBPS SO, SBI PO | 20 years | 30 years |
| IBPS Clerk, RBI Assistant | 20 years | 28 years |
| SBI Clerk | 20 years | 28 years |
| IBPS RRB (Office Asst + Scale I) | 18 years | 28 / 30 / 32 / 40 years (post-wise) |
| RBI Grade B | 21 years | 30 years |
| NABARD Grade A | 21 years | 30 years |
| SEBI Grade A | 21 years | 30 years |
| SBI Apprentice | 20 years | 28 years |
Category-wise Age Relaxation
| Category | Age Relaxation | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | +5 years | Applicable for all bank exams |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | +5 years | Applicable for all bank exams |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | +3 years | Valid OBC-NCL certificate required |
| Persons with Disability (PwD) | +10 years | +15 for SC/ST PwD; +13 for OBC PwD |
| Ex-Servicemen | +5 years | Actual years of service + 3 years |
| Widows / Divorced Women | Up to 35 years | +38 for OBC; +40 for SC/ST |
| Regular Employees of Nationalised Banks | +5 years | Subject to satisfying other conditions |
β οΈ Age relaxation rules differ slightly between IBPS, SBI, and RBI notifications. Always confirm from the official notification PDF.
Bank PO (Probationary Officer) exams are among the most competitive and sought-after banking recruitment drives in India. PO posts offer excellent career growth, salary, and job security. Below is a complete overview of all Bank PO exams in 2026.
| Exam | Bank | Vacancies | Salary | Selection Process | Exam Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IBPS PO 2026 | 19 Public Sector Banks | ~3,500 | βΉ52,000β55,000/mo | Prelims β Mains β Interview | Aug 22β23, 2026 |
| SBI PO 2026 | State Bank of India | ~2,000 | βΉ77,000β82,000/mo | Prelims β Mains β Interview | TBA (Sep 2026) |
| IBPS RRB PO 2026 | Regional Rural Banks | ~5,000+ | βΉ35,000β40,000/mo | Prelims β Mains β Interview | Nov 21β22, 2026 |
| RBI Grade B 2026 | Reserve Bank of India | ~200 | βΉ1,07,000+/mo | Phase I β Phase II β Interview | TBA (Nov 2026) |
| NABARD Grade A 2026 | NABARD | ~100 | βΉ73,000β80,000/mo | Prelims β Mains β Interview | TBA (Aug 2026) |
| SEBI Grade A 2026 | SEBI | ~120 | βΉ1,00,000+/mo | Phase I β Phase II β Interview | TBA (Jan 2027) |
| SBI CBO 2026 | State Bank of India | TBA | βΉ63,000β68,000/mo | Online Exam β Interview | TBA (Jul 2026) |
Bank PO roles are officer-grade positions with management responsibilities. Selected candidates undergo a 2-year probation period before confirmation. The job involves customer relationship management, credit appraisal, and branch operations.
Month-by-month banking exam calendar for 2026 β covering all major IBPS, SBI, RBI, and other bank exam activities from notification to result.
| Month | Activity | Exam |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 2026 | Registration Opens & Closes | JAIIB 2026 Β· RBI Assistant 2026 |
| Mar 2026 | Registration Closes Β· Exam | CAIIB 2026 (Opens) Β· RBI Assistant Apply Closes |
| Apr 2026 | Exam | RBI Assistant Prelims (Apr 11) |
| May 2026 | Notification Β· Registration Β· Exam | JAIIB Exam (3,9,10,17 May) Β· SBI CBO Notification & Apply |
| Jun 2026 | Exam Β· Notification | CAIIB Exam (31 Mayβ21 Jun) Β· RBI Assistant Mains (Jun 7) Β· NABARD Notification |
| Jul 2026 | Registration Opens | SBI PO Β· IBPS PO Β· IBPS SO Apply Opens |
| Aug 2026 | Registration Opens Β· Exam | SBI Clerk Β· IBPS Clerk Β· IBPS RRB Apply Opens Β· IBPS PO Prelims (22β23 Aug) Β· IBPS SO Prelims (29 Aug) |
| Sep 2026 | Notification Β· Registration | RBI Grade B Notification & Apply Opens |
| Oct 2026 | Exam | IBPS Clerk Prelims (10β11 Oct) Β· IBPS PO Mains (4 Oct) |
| Nov 2026 | Exam | IBPS SO Mains (1 Nov) Β· IBPS RRB PO Prelims (21β22 Nov) Β· RBI Grade B Prelims |
| Dec 2026 | Exam | IBPS Clerk Mains (27 Dec) Β· IBPS RRB Clerk Prelims (6β12 Dec) |
| Jan 2027 | Exam | IBPS RRB PO Mains (27 Dec 2026) Β· IBPS RRB Clerk Mains (30 Jan 2027) |
Bank exam eligibility includes educational qualification, age limit, nationality, and sometimes language proficiency requirements. Below is a comprehensive overview of eligibility for all major bank exams 2026.
Educational Qualification
| Exam | Qualification Required | Minimum % |
|---|---|---|
| IBPS PO, IBPS Clerk, IBPS SO | Any Graduation from recognised university | No minimum % |
| SBI PO | Any Graduation from recognised university | No minimum % |
| SBI Clerk | Any Graduation + Local Language proficiency | No minimum % |
| IBPS RRB | Any Graduation; knowledge of local language mandatory | No minimum % |
| RBI Grade B | Graduation with 60% (Gen/EWS) / 55% (SC/ST/PwD) | 60% (Gen) |
| RBI Assistant | Any Graduation from recognised university | No minimum % |
| NABARD Grade A | 60% in Graduation (Gen) / 55% (SC/ST/PwD) | 60% (Gen) |
| SEBI Grade A | 60% in Graduation (Gen) / 55% (SC/ST/PwD) | 60% (Gen) |
| IBPS SO (Law Officer) | LLB + Bar Council Enrolment | β |
| IBPS SO (IT Officer) | B.Tech / MCA / M.Sc (IT/CS) | β |
Other Eligibility Conditions
- Nationality: Must be an Indian Citizen. Some posts accept citizens of Nepal, Bhutan, or Tibetan refugees settled before 1962.
- Language Proficiency: For IBPS RRB, SBI Clerk β proficiency in the local/official language of the state is mandatory.
- Computer Literacy: Basic computer knowledge is preferred and tested in some exams (IBPS Clerk, SBI Clerk).
- Work Experience: Some specialist posts (e.g., IBPS SO, RBI Grade B) may require 1β2 years of relevant work experience.
β οΈ Eligibility is finalized by the official notification. Always verify before applying.
Stay updated with the latest banking exam notifications, result announcements, admit card releases, and important updates. This section is updated regularly.
| Update | Exam | Date | Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| π΄ Notification Released | CAIIB 2026 | Mar 4β24, 2026 | View Details β |
| π΄ Application Open | RBI Assistant 2026 β Apply Closed | Feb 16 β Mar 10, 2026 | View Details β |
| π Notification Expected | SBI CBO 2026 | May 2026 | View Details β |
| π Notification Expected | SBI PO 2026 | Jul 2026 | View Details β |
| π Notification Expected | IBPS PO 2026 | Jul 2026 | View Details β |
| π Notification Expected | IBPS SO 2026 | Jul 2026 | View Details β |
| π Notification Expected | SBI Clerk 2026 | Aug 2026 | View Details β |
| π Notification Expected | IBPS Clerk 2026 | Aug 2026 | View Details β |
| π Notification Expected | IBPS RRB 2026 | Aug 2026 | View Details β |
| π Notification Expected | RBI Grade B 2026 | Sep 2026 | View Details β |
| π Notification Expected | NABARD Grade A & B 2026 | Jun 2026 | View Details β |
| π Notification Expected | SEBI Grade A 2026 | Oct 2026 | View Details β |
The official notification PDF contains complete details of vacancies, eligibility, pay scale, exam pattern, application process, and important dates. Download from the links below or from the respective official websites.
| Exam | Notification Status | Vacancies | Official PDF |
|---|---|---|---|
| JAIIB 2026 | Released | Open | Download β |
| RBI Assistant 2026 | Exam Done | ~450 | Download β |
| SBI CBO 2026 | May 2026 | TBA | Check When Live β |
| SBI PO 2026 | Jul 2026 | ~2,000 | Check When Live β |
| IBPS PO 2026 | Jul 2026 | ~3,500 | Check When Live β |
| IBPS SO 2026 | Jul 2026 | ~1,000 | Check When Live β |
| SBI Clerk 2026 | Aug 2026 | ~8,000 | Check When Live β |
| IBPS Clerk 2026 | Aug 2026 | ~6,000 | Check When Live β |
| IBPS RRB 2026 | Aug 2026 | ~10,000+ | Check When Live β |
| RBI Grade B 2026 | Sep 2026 | ~200 | Check When Live β |
π‘ We link directly to official notification PDFs from ibps.in, sbi.co.in, rbi.org.in, nabard.org, and sebi.gov.in.
Missing the application deadline means waiting an entire year for the next cycle. Below is the complete registration schedule for all bank exams 2026 β including opening date, closing date, and fee payment deadline.
| Exam | Registration Opens | Registration Closes | Fee Payment Last Date | Modification Window |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JAIIB 2026 | Feb 2, 2026 | Feb 28, 2026 | Feb 28, 2026 | Feb 2β28, 2026 |
| CAIIB 2026 | Mar 4, 2026 | Mar 24, 2026 | Mar 24, 2026 | Mar 4β24, 2026 |
| RBI Assistant 2026 | Feb 16, 2026 | Mar 10, 2026 | Mar 10, 2026 | Mar 11β13, 2026 |
| IDBI Jr Asst Manager 2026 | Mar 8, 2026 | Mar 19, 2026 | Mar 19, 2026 | β |
| SBI CBO 2026 | May 2026 | May 2026 | May 2026 | TBA |
| SBI PO 2026 | Jul 2026 | Jul 2026 | Jul 2026 | TBA |
| IBPS PO 2026 | Jul 2026 | Jul 2026 | Jul 2026 | TBA |
| IBPS SO 2026 | Jul 2026 | Jul 2026 | Jul 2026 | TBA |
| SBI Clerk 2026 | Aug 2026 | Aug 2026 | Aug 2026 | TBA |
| IBPS RRB 2026 | Aug 2026 | Aug 2026 | Aug 2026 | TBA |
| IBPS Clerk 2026 | Aug 2026 | Aug 2026 | Aug 2026 | TBA |
| RBI Grade B 2026 | Sep 2026 | Sep 2026 | Sep 2026 | TBA |
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