Last Updated: February 2026

IBPS RRB PO 2026 Prelims are expected in November 2026, and the Mains exam is expected in December 2026
The official notification is expected in September 2026 on the IBPS website.
Selection process: Prelims → Mains → Interview → Final Merit (Mains + Interview).

IBPS Calendar 2026: https://www.mahendras.org/blogs/ibps-po-2026-exam-calendar-official-prelims-and-mains-dates-notification-timeline-pdf-download-schedule-and-complete-strategy-guide

✔ RRB PO = Better for stability
✔ SBI PO = Better for aggressive career growth

• Ignoring sectional timing
• Not revising GA regularly
• Focusing only on Prelims
• Skipping mock analysis
• Ignoring interview preparation

IBPS RRB PO 2026 Prelims Date: 21st and 22nd November 2026 (Expected)
IBPS RRB PO 2026 Mains Date: 20th December 2026 (Expected)
Notification Release: September 2026
Selection Process: Prelims + Mains + Interview

1. When will IBPS RRB PO 2026 notification release?
   → Expected September 2026.
2. What is prelims date?
   → 21st and 22nd November 2026 (expected).
3. What is mains date?
   → 20th December 2026
4. Is interview mandatory?
   → Yes.
5. Is negative marking there?
   → Yes, 0.25 per wrong answer.
6. What is age limit?
   → 18–30 years.
7. Can final year apply?
   → Yes, if degree completed before cutoff.
8. Is sectional cut-off present?
   → Yes.
9. Is exam bilingual?
   → Yes (except English section).
10. Is typing required?
    → No.
11. Is it all India posting?
    → Regional only.
12. How many vacancies expected?
    → 2500–3000 approx.
13. Is IBPS RRB PO easier than IBPS PO?
    → Slightly easier.
14. What is in-hand salary?
    → ₹36–40k approx.
15. Is there bond?
    → Usually no major bond.
16. Can beginners crack?
    → Yes.
17. How many stages?
    → Three.
18. Is exam online?
    → Yes.
19. Can working professionals prepare?
    → Yes with time management.
20. Is coaching compulsory?
    → No, but mock practice essential.