Notification for the recruitment of Probationary Officers (PO) in various participating banks through the IBPS PO Exam 2024 has been officially released by the Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) on August 1, 2024.
IBPS PO 2024 Notification
The application process for the IBPS PO Exam 2024 has commenced on August 1, 2024, and will continue until August 21, 2024. During this period, interested candidates can apply online through the official IBPS website.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | August 1, 2024 |
| Application Period | August 1, 2024 to August 21, 2024 |
| Application Website | |
| Application Edit/Modification | Until August 21, 2024 |
| Last Date for Printing Application | September 5, 2024 |
| Online Fee Payment | August 1, 2024 to August 21, 2024 |
| Vacancies | 4,455 total |
| Educational Qualification | Bachelor’s degree from a UGC-recognized institution |
| Computer Literacy | Working knowledge of computer systems |
| Language Proficiency | Proficiency in the official language of the State/UT |
| Age Limit | Minimum 20 years, Maximum 30 years |
| Nationality/Citizenship | Indian citizens, Subjects of Nepal/Bhutan, Tibetan Refugees, Persons of Indian Origin (PIO) |
| Application Fees | UR/EWS/OBC: ₹850; SC/ST/PWD/Ex-Servicemen/Widows/Divorced Women: ₹175 |
| Selection Process | Prelims, Mains, Interview |
| Prelims Exam Date | October 19 & 20, 2024 |
| Mains Exam Date | November 30, 2024 |
| Interview | January/February 2025 |
| Provisional Allotment | April 2025 |
| Notification PDF | Download Notification |
| Apply Online | Apply Online |
| Official Website | IBPS Official Website |
Applicants should ensure that they complete their applications and make any necessary corrections by the closure date, August 21, 2024. After this date, candidates will not be able to edit their application details. The last date for printing the application form is September 5, 2024. The online payment window for application fees is open from August 1 to August 21, 2024.
Vacancies by Bank
The IBPS PO Exam 2024 will cover a total of 4,455 vacancies distributed among eleven participating banks. The breakdown of vacancies for each bank is as follows:
| Bank | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | UR | Total | PwBD (HI/OC/VI/ID) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bank of Baroda | NR | NR | NR | NR | NR | NR | NR |
| Bank of India | 132 | 66 | 238 | 88 | 361 | 885 | 9/9/8/9 |
| Bank of Maharashtra | NR | NR | NR | NR | NR | NR | NR |
| Canara Bank | 90 | 45 | 160 | 75 | 380 | 750 | 7/8/8/7 |
| Central Bank of India | 300 | 150 | 540 | 200 | 810 | 2000 | 20/20/20/20 |
| Indian Bank | NR | NR | NR | NR | NR | NR | NR |
| Indian Overseas Bank | 42 | 22 | 84 | 22 | 90 | 260 | 7/2/2/6 |
| Punjab National Bank | 30 | 15 | 54 | 20 | 81 | 200 | 2/2/2/2 |
| Punjab & Sind Bank | 63 | 34 | 109 | 30 | 124 | 360 | 17/3/4/11 |
| UCO Bank | NR | NR | NR | NR | NR | NR | NR |
| Union Bank of India | NR | NR | NR | NR | NR | NR | NR |
| Total | 657 | 332 | 1185 | 435 | 1846 | 4455 | 62/44/44/55 |
Educational Qualification
To be eligible for the IBPS PO Exam 2024, candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree from a UGC-recognized institution. Additionally, candidates should have a working knowledge of computer systems and be proficient in the official language of the State or Union Territory where they are applying.
Age Limit
The age limit for candidates applying for the IBPS PO Exam 2024 is between 20 and 30 years. Age relaxation is provided as follows:
- SC/ST candidates: 5 years
- OBC candidates: 3 years
- PWD candidates: 10 years
- Ex-Servicemen: 5 years
- Widows/Divorced Women: 9 years
Nationality / Citizenship
Candidates must be one of the following:
- A citizen of India
- A subject of Nepal or Bhutan
- A Tibetan refugee who came to India before January 1, 1962
- A person of Indian origin who has migrated from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, East African countries, Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Zambia, Malawi, Zaire, or Ethiopia with the intention of permanently settling in India.
Application Fees
The application fee for the IBPS PO Exam 2024 is ₹850 for General, EWS, and OBC candidates. SC, ST, PWD, Female, and Ex-Servicemen candidates need to pay an intimation charge of ₹175.
Selection Process
The selection process for the IBPS PO Exam 2024 consists of three stages: Prelims, Mains, and an Interview.
The selection process for the IBPS PO Exam 2024 consists of three stages. Each stage is outlined in detail below:
| Stage | Mode | Duration | Sections | Number of Questions | Maximum Marks | Marking Scheme |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prelims | Online | 60 minutes | English Language, Numerical Ability, Reasoning Ability | 100 (30 + 35 + 35) | 100 | +1 for correct, -0.25 for incorrect |
| Mains | Online | 3 hours | Reasoning & Computer Aptitude, English Language, Data Analysis & Interpretation, General Economy & Banking Awareness, English Language (Letter Writing & Essay) | 155 (45 + 35 + 35 + 40 + 2) | 225 (200 + 25) | +1 for correct, -0.25 for incorrect |
| Interview | Face-to-face | 15-20 minutes | Background, Banking Sector, Current Affairs, General Awareness | – | 100 | – |
IBPS PO Exam 2024 Timeline
The recruitment process follows a specific timeline:
- Online Registration and Edit/Modification: August 1, 2024 to August 21, 2024
- Payment of Application Fees/Intimation Charges: August 1, 2024 to August 21, 2024
- Pre-Examination Training (PET): September 2024
- Download Call Letters for Preliminary Examination: October 2024
- Online Preliminary Examination: October 2024
- Result of Preliminary Examination: October/November 2024
- Download Call Letters for Main Examination: November 2024
- Online Main Examination: November 2024
- Declaration of Main Examination Result: December 2024/January 2025
- Conduct of Interview: January/February 2025
- Provisional Allotment: April 2025
Participating Banks
The IBPS PO Exam 2024 will include vacancies in the following banks:
- 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
This detailed guide provides all the essential information needed for candidates interested in applying for the IBPS PO Exam 2024.
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