Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has recently released a notification for the recruitment of clerks in public sector banks. There is a golden opportunity for the candidates who are looking to get the job of a clerk in government-owned banks. It is XIIth CRP (common recruitment process) for recruiting candidates in the clerical cadre. A lot of students apply for this job and the competition is getting really tougher these days. 

The online examination (Preliminary and Main) for the next Common Recruitment Process for the selection of personnel for Clerical cadre Posts in the Participating Banks is tentatively scheduled in September 2022 & October 2022.

Official Notice

The IBPS Clerk exam is considered the initial step into the banking industry for newly graduated students. The IBPS Clerk exam is one of the most difficult exams to crack due to the large number of candidates who apply for the exam each year.

The official notification for IBPS Clerk 2023-24 is published. Candidates must verify the eligibility criteria before applying for the exam. 

The Banking Personnel Selection Institute (IBPS) carries out the IBPS Clerk test every year. It is an authorized body responsible for the recruitment of candidates in the public sector banks of India. The Banking Personnel Selection Institute (IBPS) carries out a Common Recruitment Process (CRP) for Administrative Staff Positions in 11 Public Sector Banks each year. Candidates for IBPS Clerk recruitment are selected based on their performance in their online exam which includes two phases: preliminary and mains.

Here are the key points of the IBPS Clerk Cadre (XII) exam:

The official notification for the IBPS Clerk 2023-24 has been released. The further processes of examination will be followed accordingly. Through this recruitment drive, 6035 seats are going to be filled.

Check the IBPS Clerk exam event dates below in the table:

The admission criteria for IBPS Clerk are divided into three parameters: age limit, educational qualification and nationality. The eligibility criteria for IBPS clerical staff are given below:

Age limit:

The candidates who belong to the age group of 20-28 years can apply for the IBPS Clerk.

The candidates from the reserved categories are offered an age relaxation for the exam. Age relief for various candidates is tabulated below:

Educational Qualifications:

Candidates must complete their degree in any major from an accredited university/institution.

Nationality:

To apply for the IBPS Clerk, the candidate must meet the nationality requirements. He/she must be a citizen of India to become eligible for this post. 

Below are the steps to complete the IBPS Clerk  Application Form:

Step 1: Visit the IBPS official website.

Step 2: Go to the homepage, find the link “IBPS Clerk Exam Application” and click on it.

Step 3: Click on the "New registration" link.

Step 4: Fill out the form with basic details like name, father's name, date of birth (DOB), etc.

Step 5: After entering the essential information, double-check it and click the "Save and Next" button.

Step 6: Upload the digitally scanned required documents and click Next.

Step 7: On the following page, fill in your educational and professional information and then click on the Next button.

Step 8: Proceed with fee payments. Use online net banking, credit card or debit card to pay the online application fee.

Step 9: Download the copy of the application form and save it along with the fee payment receipt for future reference.

IBPS Clerk  Application Fees

Applicants must pay the application fee online through multiple payment options. The application fees for the candidates of the different categories for IBPS Clerk are tabulated below: 

Applicants can download their admit cards from the official website of IBPS. The IBPS Clerk Admit Card will not be posted to any candidate. The admit card will be issued in 2 phases: Online Prelims Exam and Online Mains Exam. The candidate must carry the IBPS Clerk admit card with valid ID to the exam centre.

How do I download the IBPS Clerk  admission card?

The steps to download the IBPS Clerk Admit Card are:

Step 1: Visit the IBPS official website.

Step 2: Click on “Clerk CRP” on the left side of the home page.

Step 3: Now click on “Download Admit Card for IBPS Clerk Exam”.

Step 4: Enter User ID and Password.

Step 5: Download and print the entrance ticket.

Applicants must review the details on the admit card for any corrections prior to the 2022 IBPS Clerk exam.

IBPS Clerk Exam Centres

The IBPS Clerk  exam will be conducted in various parts of the country. The list of exams IBPS Clerk exam centres is tabulated below:

The IBPS Clerk exam is administered online in the form of a computer-based test. The IBPS Clerk exam is divided into two phases:

Pre-examination

Mains examination

The IBPS Clerk Exam Pattern for the Prelims and Mains exam is discussed in detail below.

IBPS Clerk 2022 Prelims Exam pattern

The IBPS Prelims exam is divided into three sections - English Language, Numerical Skills and Reasoning Skills - and is administered online. A total of 100 multiple choice questions with a duration of 1 hour(i.e. 60minute)  are asked.

The IBPS Mains exam for Clerk is divided into four sections: General English, General/Financial Awareness, Reasoning and Computer Aptitude, and Quantitative Aptitude. A total of 190 multiple choice questions with a duration of 2 hours and 40 minutes are asked.

The candidate must be familiar with the IBPS Clerk Exam Syllabus in order to prepare well for the exam. IBPS has published a separate syllabus for the Prelims and Mains exams. The IBPS Clerk  exam syllabus is being discussed in detail below.

IBPS Clerk 2022 Prelims Exam Syllabus

The results for the IBPS Clerk  will be published on the official website after the administration of the IBPS Clerk exam. The candidate can check the IBPS Clerk Result using their login credentials like Role No, ID, Password etc.

How to download IBPS Clerk  results?

Steps to download the IBPS Clerk  results are:

Step 1: Visit the IBPS official website.

Step 2: On the home page, click on "CRP Office" on the left.

Step 3: Now click on “IBPS Clerk Results”.

Step 4: Enter your credentials.

Step 5: The IBPS Clerk result will appear on the screen.

Candidates must download the results for further reference as the results are not available later. Candidates may contact IBPS in the event of any errors or discrepancies in the information on the scorecard.

Selection

Selection process for IBPS Clerk 

The selection process for the IBPS Clerk begins with the announcement of the exam and ends with the assignment of the banks. Candidates are selected on the basis of an online exam divided into two phases:

IBPS Clerk Preliminary Exam

IBPS Clerk Mains exam

Candidates who clear both stages of the IBPS Clerk Exam will then be required to appear for document verification.

IBPS Clerk 2022 Salary and Benefits

The candidates who are recruited under the IBPS Clerk recruitment process are subjected to the basic salary along with various other allowances and benefits. The IBPS Clerk Salary is tabulated below:

In addition to the base salary, candidates are offered various allowances such as:

Subsidy for rent

Travel allowance

Medical Allowance

The IBPS Clerk exam is one of the toughest exams in India but offers an excellent opportunity for candidates pursuing a career in banking. One must visit the IBPS official website for the latest updates and announcements on the vacancies, exam patterns, curriculum and selection procedures.

Question 1.  How can an IBPS clerk be promoted?

Answer 1. Banks conduct internal interviews and exams for promotions. Employees can apply for internal tests to advance their careers.

Question 2. Who are the participating organizations (banks)?

Answer 2. Bank of Baroda, Bank of India, Bank of Maharashtra, Canara Bank, Central Bank of India, Indian Bank Punjab, Indian Overseas Bank, Punjab National Bank, UCO Bank, Union Bank of India

Question 3. Is IBPS clerk a permanent position?

Answer 3. After the successful completion of the probationary period for the performance and competence test, the candidates are taken on as permanent employees at the respective bank.

Question 4. How many attempts are allowed in the IBPS exam?

Answer 4. The total number of attempts allowed is 4 attempts. Therefore, after 4 attempts, you will not be able to retry the exam.

Question 5. What is the medium of the IBPS Clerk exam?

Answer 5. Both the Prelims and Mains exams are conducted in both Hindi and English.