IBPS Probationary Officer PO Management Trainee: Apply Online for 5208 Posts

The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has released the IBPS PO/MT-XV 2025 notification on their official website, for appointment of  5208 Probationary Officer (PO) and Management Trainee (MT) posts in 11 public sector banks. This appointment drive is also the 15th edition of the Common Recruitment Process (CRP) for  the posts of PO and MT positions in the Institute of Banking Personnel Selection. The  candidates who are  looking for a prestigious  career in the banking sector should get  this opportunity.  The online application window for the said posts shall be open till 28th July 2025.

The selection process involves an intensive  three tier stages: Preliminary Examination which be conducted on 17th, 23rd & 24th August 2025, Mains Examination which shall be conducted on  12th October 2025, and finally the Personal Interview  to be conducted in  the month of November-December 2025. Candidates who successfully clear all the stags of the examination shall be given placements  in the  leading public sector banks such as Canara Bank, Bank of Baroda, Bank of Maharashtra and Punjab National Bank. The starting monthly  salary for  the IBPS PO ranges between Rs.48,480 to Rs.85,920 along with  the  other additional perks and allowances.

The given article provides a holistic overview of the IBPS PO 2025 recruitment including all the important highlights including the  Total vacancies available,  important dates of the examination,  examination pattern, detailed eligibility criteria  and  the application procedure. It doesn’t matter whether the candidate is a  fresh graduate or an experienced professional  who is aiming for a banking career, this guide will help you to   go through  the recruitment process smoothly.

Important information regarding the IBPS PO/MT 2025 Recruitment

 

Detailed Overview of IBPS PO 2025 Recruitment

1. Vacancy Distribution 

There are a total of  5208 vacancies which are  distributed among the  11 public sector banks with the  Bank of Baroda, Bank of Maharashtra and Canara Bank having the maximum vacancies with 1000 vacancies each.  Bank of India with 700 vacancies, Central Bank of India  with 500 vacancies and Indian Overseas Bank  with 450 vacancies are other major recruiters. The category wise breakdown of the vacancies ensures a  fair representation for the  SC,ST, OBC, EWS and General line candidates.

2. Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

To apply for these posts the candidates need to have a graduation degree in any discipline from a recognized university. Candidates who are awaiting the  final results are not eligible unless they have obtained their degree  before 28th July 2025.

Age Limit  calculated as of 01/07/2025

Applicants having the age  between 20 and 30 years as of 01/07/2025 are eligible to apply. Age relaxations  are applicable  for the  reserved category candidates as under:

• SC/ST: 5 years

• Ex-Servicemen: 5 years

• OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 years

• PwBD: 10 years

3. Detailed Selection Procedure

The recruitment follows a three-tier selection process:

1. Preliminary Exam With 100 marks and time duration of 60 minutes) – This examination is totally qualifying in nature.

2. Mains Exam with 225 marks – It includes the tests  which are both of the objective and  descriptive type.

3. Interview with  a total  of 100 marks – It is  to be conducted by the  participating banks.

4. Exam Pattern & Syllabus

Preliminary Examination

• English Language : 30 marks

• Quantitative Aptitude : 30 marks

• Reasoning Ability : 40 marks

Mains Examination

• Reasoning & Computer Aptitude : 60 marks

• General/Economy/Banking Awareness : 40 marks

• English Language : 40 marks

• Data Analysis & Interpretation : 60 marks

• Descriptive Test : Letter & Essay Writing : 25 marks

5. Salary & Career Growth

The  candidates  who successfully clear all the stages will receive an initial basic pay of Rs.48,480 with increments reaching Rs.85,920 over time. Other additional benefits include DA, HRA, Medical Allowance, and Pension Schemes.

Steps of  Application for the  IBPS PO 2025

1. Visit the official website at www.ibps.in.

2. Click on  the  CRP PO/MT and the  register.

3. Fill in  the application form with all the essential  credentials required  such as the  personal academic and contact details.

4. Upload the required  documents  such as the Photograph, Thumb Impression, Signature,  Handwritten Declaration.

5. Pay the application fee  which is Rs.175 for SC/ST/PwBD  and Rs.850 for others.

6. Finally submit and  Print the confirmation page for future reference.

Note: Last Date to Apply is 28th July 2025

FAQs on IBPS PO 2025 Recruitment

1. What is the last date for  the application of IBPS PO 2025?

The dead line for  the online registration is 28th July 2025.

2. Can   the students in  the  final-year of their  graduation degree apply for IBPS PO 2025?

No, the candidates should have completed graduation by 28th July 2025.

3. Will there be any negative marking in the IBPS PO  2025 exam?

Yes. 0.25 marks are deducted for each wrong answer in both Prelims and Mains.

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