The IBPS PO 2026 Eligibility Criteria defines the required age limit, educational qualification, nationality conditions, age relaxation categories, computer knowledge requirements, credit history norms, and other eligibility rules that candidates must satisfy before applying for IBPS PO 2026 under CRP PO/MT XVI cycle. Candidates must hold a graduation degree from a recognized university and fall within the prescribed age bracket (typically 20–30 years, subject to official notification) as published on the official IBPS website (https://www.ibps.in).

IBPS Official Website
https://www.ibps.in/

CRP PO/MT Section
https://www.ibps.in/career-opportunities/

IBPS Online Application Portal
https://ibpsonline.ibps.in/

These are the only official sources for eligibility confirmation.

IBPS PO 2026 eligibility consists of:

• Nationality
• Age limit
• Age relaxation
• Educational qualification
• Computer literacy requirement
• Credit history requirement
• Category certificate requirements

Understanding eligibility properly prevents rejection at document verification stage.

A candidate must be:

• Citizen of India
• Subject of Nepal
• Subject of Bhutan
• Tibetan refugee who came to India before 1 January 1962
• Person of Indian origin migrated from specified countries

Relevant documentation is mandatory during verification.

Expected Age Criteria (based on last cycles):

Minimum Age: 20 years
Maximum Age: 30 years

Exact cutoff date will be mentioned in IBPS PO 2026 Notification.

Category | Relaxation
SC/ST | 5 years
OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 years
PWD | 10 years
Ex-Servicemen | 5 years
Persons affected by 1984 riots | 5 years

Age relaxation applies only with valid certificates.

Minimum Requirement:

Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized university.

Important Points:

• No minimum percentage required
• Final year students usually not eligible unless result declared
• Distance education valid if recognized

There is no stream restriction — Arts, Commerce, Science, Engineering all eligible.

Yes.

Candidates should possess:

• Basic computer knowledge
OR
• Computer subject in graduation
OR
• Computer certification

Mains includes computer aptitude integrated with reasoning.

No official attempt limit.

Candidates can attempt until they cross maximum age limit.

No.

IBPS does not specify minimum marks in graduation.

Only completion of degree matters.

Generally no.

Graduation must be completed before the date mentioned in notification.

IBPS notifications mention:

• Candidate must maintain healthy credit history
• Banks may verify CIBIL status

Poor financial history can affect appointment.

Criteria | IBPS PO | SBI PO
Age | 20–30 | 21–30
Graduation | Required | Required
Percentage | Not required | Sometimes required
Attempt limit | No limit | Limited
Interview | Yes | Yes

• Not calculating age properly
• Selecting wrong category
• Applying before graduation result
• Ignoring document requirements
• Assuming attempt limit exists

Eligibility mistakes can cause disqualification.

For complete IBPS PO preparation ecosystem:

IBPS PO 2026 Notification Guide
https://www.mahendras.org/blogs/ibps-po-2026-notification

IBPS PO 2026 Exam Calendar Explained
https://www.mahendras.org/blogs/ibps-po-2026-exam-calendar

IBPS PO 2026 Syllabus & Exam Pattern
https://www.mahendras.org/blogs/ibps-po-2026-syllabus

IBPS PO 2026 Cut Off Analysis
https://www.mahendras.org/blogs/ibps-po-cut-off-analysis

IBPS PO 3-Year Exam Analysis (Prelims & Mains)
https://www.mahendras.org/blogs/ibps-po-last-3-years-analysis

Mahendra’s Official Website
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Mahendra’s Branch Locator
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What is IBPS PO 2026 age limit?
Expected 20–30 years.

What is minimum qualification for IBPS PO 2026?
Graduation in any discipline.

Is percentage required in IBPS PO?
No minimum percentage.

Can arts student apply for IBPS PO?
Yes.

Can engineering graduate apply?
Yes.

Is computer certificate mandatory?
Basic computer knowledge required.

Is there attempt limit in IBPS PO 2026?
No official attempt limit.

Can final year student apply?
No, unless graduation completed.

Is distance graduation valid?
Yes, if recognized.

Does IBPS verify documents?
Yes, during interview/document verification.

What is OBC age relaxation?
3 years.

What is SC/ST relaxation?
5 years.

Can 31-year-old apply?
Only if eligible under category relaxation.

Is IBPS PO government job?
Yes.

Is IBPS PO officer scale 1?
Yes.