Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has released the Mains Admit Card for CRP SO/SPL-XVI recruitment. The Mains exam is scheduled for 01 November 2026. Candidates can download the admit card now using their registration details.
The Mains exam follows the Prelims stage. Shortlisted candidates will proceed to the interview round after the Mains exam.
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Mains Admit Card released on 22 October 2026. Download it immediately from the official IBPS portal.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
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| Application Start Date | 01 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 26 July 2026 |
| Prelims Exam | August 2026 |
| Prelims Result | 15 October 2026 |
| Mains Exam | 01 November 2026 |
| Mains Admit Card | 22 October 2026 |
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹850/- |
| SC / ST / PwBD | ₹175/- |
| Payment Mode | Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card, UPI, IMPS |
Age Limit
| Parameter | Criteria |
| Minimum Age | 20 Years |
| Maximum Age | 30 Years |
| Age Relaxation (OBC – Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 Years |
| Age Relaxation (SC / ST) | 5 Years |
| Age Relaxation (PwBD) | 10 Years |
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Grade / Scale | Total Vacancies |
| IT Officer (Scale I) | Scale I | Post-wise distribution |
| Agricultural Field Officer (AFO) | Scale I | Post-wise distribution |
| Rajbhasha Adhikari | Scale I | Post-wise distribution |
| Law Officer | Scale I | Post-wise distribution |
| HR / Personnel Officer | Scale I | Post-wise distribution |
| Marketing Officer | Scale I | Post-wise distribution |
| Total Available Positions | — | 1,043 Posts (Approx.) |
Educational Eligibility Details
| Post | Prescribed Minimum Qualification |
| I.T. Officer (Scale I) | 4-year Engineering / Technology Degree in Computer Science, Computer Applications, IT, Electronics, Electronics & Telecommunications, Electronics & Communication, Electronics & Instrumentation OR Post Graduate Degree in relevant disciplines / DOEACC ‘B’ Level. |
| Agricultural Field Officer (AFO) | 4-year Degree (Graduation) in Agriculture, Horticulture, Animal Husbandry, Veterinary Science, Dairy Science, Fishery Science, Pisciculture, Agri. Marketing & Cooperation, Co-operation & Banking, Agro-Forestry, Forestry, Agricultural Biotechnology, Food Science, Agriculture Business Management, Food Technology, Dairy Technology, Agricultural Engineering, or Sericulture. |
| Rajbhasha Adhikari (Scale I) | Post Graduate Degree in Hindi with English as a subject at the degree (Graduation) level OR Post Graduate Degree in Sanskrit with English and Hindi as subjects at the degree (Graduation) level. |
| Law Officer (Scale I) | Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LLB) and enrolled as an advocate with the Bar Council. |
| HR / Personnel Officer (Scale I) | Graduate and Two Years Full-time Post Graduate Degree or Two Years Full-time Post Graduate Diploma in Personnel Management / Industrial Relations / HR / HRD / Social Work / Labour Law. |
| Marketing Officer (Scale I) | Graduate and Two Years Full-time MMS (Marketing) / Two Years Full-time MBA (Marketing) / Two Years Full-time PGDBA / PGDBM / PGPM / PGDM with specialization in Marketing. |
Salary Details
| Component | Amount / Details |
| Cadre / Scale | Junior Management Grade Scale-I (JMGS-I) |
| Starting Basic Pay | ~ ₹48,480/- per month |
| Pay Scale | ₹36,000 – 1490/7 – 46,430 – 1740/2 – 49,910 – 1990/7 – 63,840 (Subject to revised bipartite settlement) |
| Allowances | Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA) / Leased Accommodation, City Compensatory Allowance (CCA), Special Allowance |
| Estimated Gross Emoluments | ~ ₹65,000 – ₹72,000/- per month (varies by city classification) |
Exam Pattern
Preliminary Examination
A. For Law Officer & Rajbhasha Adhikari:
| Section | Number of Questions | Maximum Marks | Medium | Duration |
| English Language | 50 | 25 | English | 40 Minutes |
| Reasoning Ability | 50 | 50 | English / Hindi | 40 Minutes |
| General Awareness (with Special Reference to Banking) | 50 | 50 | English / Hindi | 40 Minutes |
| Total | 150 | 125 | — | 120 Minutes |
For IT Officer, Agriculture Field Officer, HR/Personnel Officer & Marketing Officer:
| Section | Number of Questions | Maximum Marks | Medium | Duration |
| English Language | 50 | 25 | English | 40 Minutes |
| Reasoning Ability | 50 | 50 | English / Hindi | 40 Minutes |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 50 | 50 | English / Hindi | 40 Minutes |
| Total | 150 | 125 | — | 120 Minutes |
Main Examination
| Post Category | Test Structure | Number of Questions | Maximum Marks | Medium | Duration |
| Law, IT, AFO, HR, Marketing | Professional Knowledge (Objective) | 60 | 60 | English / Hindi | 45 Minutes |
| Rajbhasha Adhikari | Professional Knowledge (Objective) | 45 | 60 (Combined) | English / Hindi | 30 Minutes |
| Professional Knowledge (Descriptive: 2 Questions) | 2 | English / Hindi | 30 Minutes |
Penalty for wrong answers in both Prelims and Mains is 0.25 marks per incorrect response.
How to Download IBPS SO XVI Mains Admit Card 2026
- Visit the official IBPS website at https://www.ibps.in/.
- Click on the CRP SO/SPL-XVI section or the direct admit card link.
- Enter your registration number, enrollment number, or date of birth.
- Download and print the admit card.
- Verify all details on the admit card before the exam.
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Tip: Keep the admit card safe and carry a printed copy to the exam centre.
Exam Schedule and Pattern
The Mains exam is a written test. It consists of objective and descriptive sections based on the specific post applied for.
Candidates must qualify the Mains to move to the interview stage.
Exam Day Rules
- Carry the printed admit card and a valid photo ID proof.
- Reach the exam centre well before the reporting time mentioned on the admit card.
- Do not carry mobile phones, calculators, or any prohibited electronic devices.
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Candidates without a valid admit card and ID will not be allowed to enter the exam hall.
Next Steps After the Exam
IBPS will declare the Mains result on its official website. Qualified candidates will receive call letters for the interview and document verification round.
Important Links
| Link Description | URL |
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| Download Mains Admit Card | Click Here |
| Official IBPS Website | Visit Official Website |
| Download Prelims Result | Click Here |
Download your admit card today and prepare well for the Mains exam.
