IBPS PO Exam Guide 2027
IBPS PO (IBPS Probationary Officer Examination) is conducted by the Institute of Banking Personnel Selection. It is used for probationary officer and management trainee posts in participating public sector banks. This guide covers who can apply, how selection works, what is tested and how to prepare.
- Banking
- Computer-based
IBPS PO at a glance
- Full name
- IBPS Probationary Officer Examination
- Conducted by
- the Institute of Banking Personnel Selection
- Used for
- probationary officer and management trainee posts in participating public sector banks
- Mode
- Computer-based
- Who can apply
- Graduate degree within the age limits in the notification.
- What is tested
- English, Quantitative Aptitude and Reasoning in Prelims, plus General and Banking Awareness and Computer Aptitude in Mains
- Official website
- ibps.in
How IBPS PO selection works
- 1Preliminary examination
- 2Main examination
- 3Interview and allotment
How to prepare for IBPS PO
- Practise sectional cut-offs, since you must clear each section.
- Prepare for the interview after Mains, not only the written stages.
- Before you apply, read the latest official notification at ibps.in. Dates, fees, vacancies and cut-offs change every cycle and are not listed here.
Choosing IBPS PO coaching
Coaching helps most when you need structure, regular tests and a peer group. Ask any centre for the batch size, the full fee including GST, a trial class and last year's results with roll numbers.
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Frequently asked questions
What is IBPS PO?+−
IBPS PO (IBPS Probationary Officer Examination) is conducted by the Institute of Banking Personnel Selection. It is used for probationary officer and management trainee posts in participating public sector banks.
Who can apply for IBPS PO?+−
Graduate degree within the age limits in the notification.
What are the stages of IBPS PO?+−
IBPS PO runs in 3 stages: 1. Preliminary examination; 2. Main examination; 3. Interview and allotment.
What does IBPS PO test?+−
IBPS PO covers English, Quantitative Aptitude and Reasoning in Prelims, plus General and Banking Awareness and Computer Aptitude in Mains.
Are the dates and fees for IBPS PO on this page?+−
No. Dates, fees, vacancies and cut-offs change each cycle, so confirm them in the official notification at ibps.in before you apply.