IBPS PO Mains 2026: Admit Card Released for Candidates

The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has released the admit card for the 2026 Probationary Officer (PO) and Management Trainee (MT) mains examination. Candidates who cleared the preliminary exam can now download their call letters from the official IBPS website. The mains exam, scheduled for October 4, will consist of an objective test worth 200 marks, covering various subjects including Reasoning and General Awareness. Candidates should be aware of the negative marking policy and prepare accordingly. With a total of 7,565 vacancies available, this is a crucial step in the recruitment process.

By Sourabh Singh Sep 26, 2026, 08:07 IST

IBPS PO Mains Admit Card 2026 Released

IBPS PO Mains Admit Card 2026: The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has announced the availability of the admit card for the upcoming stage of the Probationary Officer (PO) and Management Trainee (MT) recruitment examination for 2026. Candidates who have successfully passed the IBPS PO preliminary examination can now download their call letters to participate in the mains examination.

The admit card for the IBPS PO Mains was made available on September 24. Candidates can access their admit cards by visiting the official IBPS website, ibps.in. This recruitment initiative aims to fill the positions of Probationary Officer and Management Trainee through the CRP PO/MT-XVI process. The selection process includes a preliminary exam, a mains exam, and an interview. A total of 7,565 vacancies have been announced for this recruitment.

Steps to Download the IBPS PO Mains Admit Card:

1. Visit the official IBPS website, ibps.in.

2. On the homepage, locate the link for 'CRP/PO-MTs XVI'.

3. Click on the link for the online call letter for the mains examination.

4. Enter your registration number or roll number along with your password or date of birth.

5. Fill in the captcha code displayed and submit the information.

6. After logging in, the IBPS PO Mains Admit Card 2026 will be displayed. Download it, print it out, and keep it secure. It is essential to bring the call letter to the examination center on the exam day.

Objective Test Format in Mains Exam:

The IBPS PO Mains examination will be conducted online and will consist of an objective test worth 200 marks. This test will evaluate candidates' knowledge across various subjects. Questions will be drawn from sections including Reasoning, English Language, Data Analysis & Interpretation, and General/Economy/Banking/Digital/Financial Awareness. The General, Economy, Banking, Digital, and Financial Awareness section will also cover information related to RBI circulars. Therefore, candidates preparing for the Mains exam should be well-informed about general banking knowledge and current economic topics.

Negative Marking Policy:

The IBPS PO Mains objective test will implement negative marking. For each incorrect answer, one-fourth (1/4) of the marks allocated to that question will be deducted. However, no marks will be deducted for unanswered questions. Candidates should develop a strategy that differentiates between correct and incorrect answers while attempting the paper.

Advancing to the Mains Exam:

The IBPS PO recruitment process consists of a preliminary examination, followed by the mains examination and an interview. Candidates who passed the preliminary exam conducted on August 22 and 23 are now eligible for the next phase of the selection process. It is crucial for candidates to download their 'Mains' call letter and thoroughly review the exam details provided. They should then concentrate on subject-wise preparation for the main examination scheduled for October 4. This recruitment drive offers a total of 7,565 vacancies for the roles of Probationary Officer (PO) and Management Trainee (MT), with the mains exam being a pivotal stage in the selection process before candidates move on to the interview round.