Neg marking: –0.25 per wrong answer. Sectional timing applies in Prelims.
Frequently Asked Questions
IBPS Clerk 2026 (CRP Clerk-XVI) notification is expected in September–October 2026 on ibps.in. Based on previous cycles, Prelims is conducted in November–December of the same year.
19 nationalized banks including Bank of Baroda, PNB, Canara Bank, Union Bank, Indian Bank, Bank of Maharashtra, Central Bank, UCO Bank, Indian Overseas Bank, Punjab & Sind Bank, and others.
No. IBPS Clerk selection has no personal interview. Final merit is based on Mains performance only. A Language Proficiency Test (LPT) is conducted for shortlisted candidates — it is qualifying, not merit-determining.
IBPS Clerk starting basic pay is ₹17,900/month (JA scale). With DA, HRA, Special Allowance, gross monthly salary is ₹26,000–₹45,000 depending on posting city. Total annual CTC approximately ₹4.5–₹6 lakh.
