IBPS PO Mains 2026: Admit Card Released for Candidates

The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has announced the release of 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 will assess candidates across various subjects and includes a negative marking policy. With a total of 7,565 vacancies available, candidates are encouraged to prepare thoroughly for the upcoming exam scheduled for October. This article provides detailed steps on how to download the admit card and what to expect in the examination.

By Sourabh Singh Sep 26, 2026, 12:52 IST

IBPS PO Mains Admit Card 2026 Released

IBPS PO Mains Admit Card 2026: The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has made available 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 issued 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, with a total of 7,565 vacancies available.

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 for Mains Exam

The IBPS PO Mains exam will be conducted online and will consist of an objective test worth 200 marks. This test will evaluate candidates' knowledge across various subjects, including Reasoning, English Language, Data Analysis & Interpretation, and General/Economy/Banking/Digital/Financial Awareness. The General Awareness section will also cover information related to RBI circulars. Therefore, candidates should be well-prepared not only in general banking knowledge but also in current economic topics, digital and financial awareness, and RBI updates.

Negative Marking Policy

The objective test for IBPS PO Mains 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 lost for unanswered questions. Candidates should develop a strategy that differentiates between correct and incorrect responses while attempting the exam.

Next Steps for Preliminary Exam Qualifiers

The IBPS PO recruitment process includes a preliminary examination, followed by the mains examination and an interview. Candidates who passed the preliminary exam on August 22 and 23 are now eligible for the next stage. 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.