IBPS Clerk Exam 2025: Exam Dates, Eligibility, Pattern, and Complete Guide
The IBPS Clerk Exam 2025 is one of the most sought-after banking recruitment exams in India, conducted by the Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) to select candidates for clerical positions in 11 prominent public sector banks. For the financial year 2026–27, the exam will be conducted as CRP CSA-XV (Common Recruitment Process for Customer Service Associates).
A brief notice was published on 29th July 2025 announcing the preliminary details and online registration schedule. The official and detailed notification PDF is expected to be available at www.ibps.in by 31st July 2025.
At The Prayas India, we bring you a comprehensive overview of the IBPS Clerk 2025 exam, including dates, eligibility, syllabus, exam pattern, and more.
IBPS Clerk 2025 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) |
| Exam Name | IBPS Clerk (CRP CSA-XV) |
| Post | Customer Service Associate (Clerk) |
| Participating Banks | 11 Public Sector Banks |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Selection Process | Prelims & Mains |
| Education Qualification | Graduate (Any Stream) |
| Age Limit | 20 to 28 years |
| Official Website | www.ibps.in |
IBPS Clerk 2025 Exam Dates (Tentative)
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Short Notification Release | 29th July 2025 |
| Online Registration Begins | 1st August 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 21st August 2025 |
| Pre-Exam Training (PET) | September 2025 |
| Preliminary Exam Dates | 4th, 5th, 11th October 2025 |
| Prelims Result Declaration | October/November 2025 |
| Mains Exam Date | 29th November 2025 |
| Final Allotment | March 2026 |
IBPS Clerk 2025 Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit (As on 1st July 2025)
- Minimum: 20 years
- Maximum: 28 years
- Candidates must be born between 2nd July 1996 and 1st July 2004 (both dates inclusive).
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 years |
| PwD | 10 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | Service Period + 3 years (Max 50 years) |
| Widows / Divorced Women | Upto 35 years (Gen), 38 (OBC), 40 (SC/ST) |
Educational Qualification
- A graduation degree in any discipline from a recognized university.
- Working knowledge of computer systems is mandatory (Diploma/Certificate or IT as a subject in school/college).
- Proficiency in the local language of the state applied for is desirable.
IBPS Clerk 2025 Application Process
The online application process will run from 1st August to 21st August 2025. Candidates must apply through the official website and ensure they have the following:
- Valid Email ID and phone number
- Scanned copy of photo, signature, and hand-written declaration
- Internet banking, debit/credit card for fee payment
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| SC/ST/PwD | ₹175 |
| General/Others | ₹850 |
IBPS Clerk 2025 Exam Pattern
Phase 1: Preliminary Exam
| Section | No. of Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| English Language | 30 | 30 | 20 min |
| Numerical Ability | 35 | 35 | 20 min |
| Reasoning Ability | 35 | 35 | 20 min |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 60 min |
Phase 2: Mains Exam
| Section | No. of Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reasoning & Computer Aptitude | 50 | 60 | 45 min |
| English Language | 40 | 40 | 35 min |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 50 | 50 | 45 min |
| General/Financial Awareness | 50 | 50 | 35 min |
| Total | 190 | 200 | 160 min |
Negative Marking: 0.25 marks will be deducted for every incorrect answer.
IBPS Clerk 2025 Syllabus Overview
English Language
Reading Comprehension, Cloze Test, Error Spotting, Fill in the Blanks, Para Jumbles, Sentence Improvement
Numerical Ability
Simplification, Number Series, Data Interpretation, Time and Work, Profit & Loss, Quadratic Equations, Mensuration
Reasoning Ability
Puzzles, Syllogism, Inequality, Blood Relations, Coding-Decoding, Direction Sense, Order & Ranking
General/Financial Awareness
Banking Terms, Static GK, Budget, Current Affairs, Government Schemes, RBI & Financial Institutions
Computer Aptitude
Basics of Computers, Internet, Software & Hardware, MS Office, Networking, Shortcut Keys
IBPS Clerk 2025 Vacancies (Expected)
The detailed vacancy list will be published with the official notification. For reference, here is the trend from past years:
| Year | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 11,826 |
| 2023 | 4,545 |
| 2022 | 6,035 |
| 2021 | 7,855 |
IBPS Clerk 2025 Salary Structure
- Basic Pay: ₹19,900
- Gross Salary (with allowances): ₹29,000 – ₹32,000
- Benefits include HRA, DA, Special Allowance, Transport Allowance, Medical, and Pension benefits.
Exam Language Options
The exam will be conducted in 13 regional languages apart from English and Hindi. This helps candidates perform better in their native language and enhances communication with local customers.
Participating Banks in IBPS Clerk 2025
- Bank of Baroda
- Bank of India
- Bank of Maharashtra
- Canara Bank
- Central Bank of India
- Indian Bank
- Indian Overseas Bank
- Punjab National Bank
- Punjab & Sind Bank
- UCO Bank
- Union Bank of India
Final Selection Criteria
- No Interview stage for IBPS Clerk.
- Final merit is based only on Mains score.
- Candidates must qualify each stage separately.
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Disclaimer: This information is based on the short notification released by IBPS on 29th July 2025. Candidates are advised to refer to the official notification at www.ibps.in once released.
