IBPS Clerk CSA XVI Recruitment 2026 |Institute of Banking Personnel Selection has released the CRP CSA-XVI notification for recruit ment of Customer Service Associates, commonly known as IBPS Clerk, in participating Public Sector Banks for vacancies of 2027-28. A total of 11,403 indicative vacancies have been announced. Eligible graduate candidates can submit the online application from 01 August 2026 to 21 August 2026. The Preliminary Examination is scheduled for 10 and 11 October 2026, while the Main Examination will be held on 27 December 2026.
Important Dates
Application Fee
Age Limit Details
- Age As On : 01/08/2026
- Minimum Age : 20 Years
- Maximum Age : 28 Years
As per IBPS and Government of India rules.
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Total Post | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Customer Service Associate (CSA) / Clerk | 11403 | Bachelor's Degree in any discipline from a recognized University or equivalent qualification, with computer literacy and proficiency in the local language of the selected State or Union Territory |
Customer Service Associate (CSA) / Clerk : Category Wise Vacancy Details
| Post Name | UR | OBC | EWS | SC | ST | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Andaman & Nicobar Islands | 0 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 11 | 18 |
| Andhra Pradesh | 33 | 11 | 53 | 14 | 75 | 186 |
| Arunachal Pradesh | 0 | 19 | 0 | 4 | 22 | 45 |
| Assam | 26 | 41 | 97 | 30 | 155 | 349 |
| Bihar | 89 | 1 | 146 | 42 | 213 | 491 |
| Chandigarh | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 11 | 20 |
| Chhattisgarh | 33 | 82 | 13 | 23 | 114 | 265 |
| Dadra & Nagar Haveli | 0 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 10 | 18 |
| Daman & Diu | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 6 | 7 |
| Delhi | 65 | 35 | 123 | 36 | 156 | 415 |
| Goa | 0 | 5 | 10 | 5 | 41 | 61 |
| Gujarat | 50 | 103 | 194 | 63 | 288 | 698 |
| Haryana | 39 | 0 | 56 | 15 | 86 | 196 |
| Himachal Pradesh | 25 | 4 | 18 | 8 | 42 | 97 |
| Jammu & Kashmir | 2 | 6 | 17 | 4 | 38 | 67 |
| Jharkhand | 19 | 45 | 21 | 14 | 83 | 182 |
| Karnataka | 224 | 101 | 386 | 136 | 567 | 1414 |
| Kerala | 9 | 0 | 29 | 8 | 62 | 108 |
| Ladakh | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 6 |
| Lakshadweep | 0 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 11 |
| Madhya Pradesh | 91 | 114 | 98 | 49 | 218 | 570 |
| Maharashtra | 117 | 96 | 291 | 95 | 452 | 1051 |
| Manipur | 0 | 12 | 3 | 3 | 24 | 42 |
| Meghalaya | 0 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 17 | 22 |
| Mizoram | 0 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 11 | 17 |
| Nagaland | 0 | 11 | 0 | 2 | 18 | 31 |
| Odisha | 55 | 70 | 40 | 29 | 143 | 337 |
| Puducherry | 1 | 0 | 5 | 1 | 19 | 26 |
| Punjab | 150 | 0 | 106 | 40 | 185 | 481 |
| Rajasthan | 67 | 53 | 84 | 35 | 153 | 392 |
| Sikkim | 0 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 17 | 28 |
| Tamil Nadu | 137 | 5 | 213 | 58 | 262 | 675 |
| Telangana | 29 | 18 | 48 | 16 | 80 | 191 |
| Tripura | 10 | 17 | 0 | 5 | 32 | 64 |
| Uttar Pradesh | 375 | 17 | 508 | 159 | 672 | 1731 |
| Uttarakhand | 24 | 2 | 17 | 11 | 91 | 145 |
| West Bengal | 236 | 49 | 224 | 83 | 354 | 946 |
| Total | 1910 | 942 | 2815 | 996 | 4740 | 11403 |
How to Fill Online Form
- Open the official IBPS CRP CSA-XVI online registration portal.
- Click on the New Registration option.
- Enter the candidate's name, active mobile number and email address.
- Save the provisional Registration Number and Password received after registration.
- Fill in personal, communication, category and educational details carefully.
- Select only one eligible State or Union Territory and verify its specified local language.
- Upload the photograph, signature, left thumb impression, handwritten declaration and required certificates in the prescribed format.
- Preview the complete application form and correct all details before final submission.
Some Useful Important Links
| Apply Online | Apply Now |
|---|---|
| Download Official Notification | Download PDF |
| Official CRP CSA-XVI Page | Visit Page |
| Download IBPS Exam Calendar 2026-27 | Download Calendar |
| IBPS Complaint Portal | Submit Query |
| Official IBPS Website | Visit Website |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to apply for IBPS Clerk CSA XVI Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the online application and pay the fee is 21 August 2026.
How many vacancies are available under CRP CSA-XVI?
A total of 11,403 indicative Customer Service Associate vacancies have been announced.
What is the educational qualification?
Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized University or an equivalent qualification by 21 August 2026.
What is the age limit for IBPS Clerk CSA XVI?
The minimum age is 20 years and the maximum age is 28 years as on 01 August 2026, with category-wise relaxation as per rules.
What is the application fee?
The fee is Rs. 850 for General, OBC, EWS and other candidates, and Rs. 175 for SC, ST, PwBD and Ex-Servicemen candidates.
When will the Preliminary Examination be conducted?
The Preliminary Examination is scheduled for 10 and 11 October 2026.
When will the Main Examination be conducted?
The Main Examination is scheduled for 27 December 2026.
Is there an interview in IBPS Clerk recruitment?
No. There is no interview for Customer Service Associate recruitment.
Can a candidate apply for more than one State or Union Territory?
No. A candidate can apply for vacancies in only one State or Union Territory.
Is local-language knowledge compulsory?
Yes. Candidates must be able to read, write, speak and understand the specified local language of the selected State or Union Territory.
Are Preliminary Examination marks counted in final selection?
No. Preliminary Examination marks are qualifying. Final merit and provisional allotment are based on Main Examination marks and other eligibility conditions.