IBPS PO 16th Pre Result 2026 – Provisional Result for 7,365 Posts
Vacancies: 7,365. Pre Result: 23 September 2026. Mains Exam: October 2026.
The IBPS PO 16th Pre Result 2026 was published on 23 September 2026 for the Probationary Officer and Management Trainee recruitment covering 7,365 posts. The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection held the preliminary examination in August 2026, and the provisional result determines which candidates advance to the mains examination scheduled for October 2026. This article covers the result details, vacancy break-up, eligibility, and what qualified candidates should do next.
IBPS PO 16th Pre Result 2026 – Overview
IBPS conducts the Probationary Officer and Management Trainee (PO/MT) examination on behalf of participating banks. This cycle is the 16th recruitment, referred to as CRP PO/MT-XVI.
| Detail | Information |
| Conducting Body | Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) |
| Recruitment Cycle | CRP PO/MT-XVI (16th) |
| Total Vacancies | 7,365 Posts |
| Pre Exam | August 2026 |
| Pre Result | 23 September 2026 |
| Mains Exam | October 2026 |
| Official Website | ibps.in |
Note: The preliminary result published for this cycle is a provisional result. It indicates whether a candidate has qualified for the mains examination. The final selection is made only after the mains, interview, and allotment stages are completed.
Important Clarification on the Result
Candidates sometimes encounter confusion about what this result represents. The preliminary result for the PO/MT-XVI cycle does the following:
- Confirms qualification for the mains: Only candidates marked as qualified in the pre result can appear for the mains exam in October 2026.
- Is provisional in nature: The result is subject to document verification and is not the final merit list.
- Does not confirm appointment: Selection depends on performance across the mains, interview, and allotment, plus document verification.
- Is published by IBPS: The authoritative result is available on the IBPS website, not on third-party portals.
Vacancy Details
The recruitment covers 7,365 Probationary Officer and Management Trainee posts. The category-wise break-up is as follows.
| Category | Posts |
| UR (Unreserved) | 2,936 |
| OBC | 2,015 |
| EWS | 721 |
| SC | 1,131 |
| ST | 562 |
| Total | 7,365 |
Bank-wise Vacancies
The vacancies are distributed across participating banks. The bank-wise allocation is as follows.
| Bank | Posts |
| Bank of Baroda (BOB) | 1,900 |
| Canara Bank | 1,500 |
| Bank of Maharashtra (BOM) | 1,100 |
| Indian Bank | 650 |
| Indian Overseas Bank (IOB) | 550 |
| Punjab National Bank (PNB) | 504 |
| Bank of India | 500 |
| Central Bank of India | 500 |
| Punjab & Sindh Bank | 161 |
| Total | 7,365 |
Note: IBPS PO/MT-XVI spans more participating banks than the list above. The bank-wise allocation shown covers the major vacancies and the figures add up to the advertised total. Confirm the full bank-wise list in the official advertisement.
Recruitment Timeline
The key dates for the PO/MT-XVI cycle are given below.
| Event | Date |
| Application Begin | 01/07/2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 26/07/2026 |
| Exam Fee Payment Last Date | 26/07/2026 |
| Correction Window | 29–30 July 2026 |
| PET Admit Card | 10/08/2026 |
| Pre Exam | August 2026 |
| Pre Result | 23 September 2026 |
| Mains Exam | October 2026 |
| Mains Result | November 2026 |
After the mains result, shortlisted candidates appear for the interview, followed by allotment to the participating banks.
Eligibility and Application Fee
Educational Qualification
Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree in any stream from a recognized board or university.
Age Limit (as on 01/07/2026)
- Minimum age: 20 Years
- Maximum age: 30 Years
- Relaxation applies as per the IBPS Probationary Officer PO/MT-XVI examination rules for 2026.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
| General, OBC, EWS | Rs 850 |
| SC, ST, PH | Rs 175 |
How to Check the IBPS PO 16th Pre Result
Candidates who appeared for the preliminary examination can check their result through the official IBPS website. The process is:
- Visit the official website: Go to ibps.in.
- Navigate to the PO/MT-XVI result link: Locate the CRP PO/MT-XVI preliminary result link on the IBPS website.
- Enter your credentials: Log in using your registration number and password, or the date of birth and registration number.
- View your result: Check whether you are marked as qualified for the mains examination.
- Download your scorecard: Save a copy of your pre-exam scorecard and marks for your records.
If you have forgotten your password, use the "Forgot Password" link on the IBPS portal. You may also need to complete One-Time Registration (OTR) on the IBPS website before accessing result services.
Next Steps for Qualified Candidates
If you have qualified in the preliminary result, the following stages remain.
- Download the mains admit card: The admit card for the October 2026 mains exam is released on the IBPS website before the exam date.
- Appear for the mains exam: The mains is held in October 2026.
- Await the mains result: The mains result is expected in November 2026.
- Attend the interview: Shortlisted candidates appear for the personal interview.
- Allotment: Final selection is made through allotment to the participating banks based on merit.
FAQs on IBPS PO 16th Pre Result 2026
When was the IBPS PO 16th Pre Result 2026 published?
The preliminary result was published on 23 September 2026.
How many vacancies are there?
There are 7,365 Probationary Officer and Management Trainee posts.
What is the age limit for the PO/MT-XVI exam?
As on 01/07/2026, the age limit is 20–30 years, with relaxation as per the IBPS rules.
Is the preliminary result final?
No. The preliminary result is provisional and only confirms eligibility to appear for the mains exam. Final selection happens after the mains, interview, and allotment.
When is the mains exam held?
The mains exam is scheduled for October 2026.
Conclusion
The IBPS PO 16th Pre Result 2026 was published on 23 September 2026 for the 7,365-post Probationary Officer and Management Trainee recruitment conducted under CRP PO/MT-XVI. Candidates who qualified can now prepare for the mains examination scheduled for October 2026, whose result is expected in November 2026. Check your result and download your scorecard at ibps.in using your registration number and password. Remember that the pre result is provisional and does not confirm appointment, which comes only after the mains, interview, and allotment. Qualified candidates should also watch for the mains admit card release on the official IBPS portal.