IBPS PO 2024 registration begins: Key dates, eligibility, application process at ibps.in

Aspiring bankers can now apply through an online process, for which they will have to register at the official website -- ibps.in.

IBPS PO 2024 Registration Open: Apply Now for a Career in Public Sector Banking. (Express Photo/Representational Image)

The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has started the registration for the Probationary Officers (PO) 2024 examination. Aspiring bankers can now apply through an online process, for which they will have to register at the official website — ibps.in.

This recruitment drive is a gateway to securing a prestigious position in public sector banks across India.

Eligibility Criteria

To apply for the IBPS PO 2024, candidates must meet specific eligibility requirements:

Applicants must be citizens of India, although subjects of Nepal or Bhutan, Tibetan refugees settled in India before January 1, 1962.

Persons of Indian origin from certain countries are also eligible, provided they have the necessary certification from the Government of India.

The age limit is set between 20 and 30 years as of August 1, 2024, with age relaxations available for reserved categories, including SC/ST (5 years), OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) (3 years), and Persons with Disabilities (PWD) (10 years).

Candidates must hold a graduate degree from a recognized university to qualify.

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Key Dates to Remember

•Start Date of Online Registration: August 1, 2024

•Last Date for Registration: August 21, 2024

•Preliminary Examination Dates: October 19 and 20, 2024

•Mains Examination Date: December 1, 2024

Application Process

Candidates can apply online by visiting the IBPS official website — ibps.in. The application process involves several steps, starting with the registration where candidates need to provide basic information such as name, mobile number, and email ID.

Following this, candidates must upload scanned copies of their passport-sized photograph, signature, left thumb impression, and a handwritten declaration as per the specified format. The next step involves filling out the detailed application form with personal information, educational qualifications, and work experience.

Candidates will also select their preferred exam centers and participating banks at this stage. Finally, the application fee must be paid online, which is Rs 850 for General/OBC candidates and Rs 175 for SC/ST/PWD candidates.

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Exam Pattern

The IBPS PO examination comprises three stages: Preliminary, Mains, and Interview. The preliminary exam is an online test featuring three sections—English Language, Quantitative Aptitude, and Reasoning Ability—with a total duration of one hour. The mains exam includes sections on Reasoning & Computer Aptitude, General/Economy/Banking Awareness, English Language, and Data Analysis & Interpretation, along with a Descriptive Test (Letter Writing & Essay), and has a total duration of 3 hours and 30 minutes. Candidates who pass the mains examination are then called for an interview conducted by the participating organizations and coordinated by the IBPS.

The final merit list is prepared based on the combined scores of the mains examination and the interview. Candidates who make it through this rigorous selection process are provisionally allotted to various banks based on their preferences and overall merit. This selection process ensures that only the most qualified candidates are chosen for the prestigious role of a Probationary Officer.