The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has released the short notification for IBPS Clerk 2025 (CRP Clerk-XV), kickstarting one of India’s most popular bank job recruitments. The IBPS Clerk is now officially called Customer Service Associate (CSA) across all participating banks.
In this article, you’ll get every important detail: overview, dates, eligibility, selection process, age and education rules, application steps, important links, salary, and the latest exam schedule.
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IBPS Clerk 2025 Notification Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Body | Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) |
| Post Name | Clerk (now called Customer Service Associate) |
| Exam Name | IBPS Clerk CRP-XV 2025 |
| Total Vacancies | To be announced (expected 5,000+)* |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | Pan India (across all major public sector banks) |
| Official Website | www.ibps.in |
*Final number of vacancies and state-wise/category-wise split will be released with the detailed PDF notification.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Short Notification Released | 29 July 2025 |
| Detailed Notification PDF Release | 1 August 2025 |
| Online Registration (Start) | 1 August 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 21 August 2025 |
| Payment of Application Fees | 1–21 August 2025 |
| Pre-Exam Training | September 2025 |
| Prelims Admit Card | September 2025 |
| Prelims Exam Date | 4, 5, 11 October 2025 |
| Mains Admit Card | November 2025 |
| Mains Exam Date | 29 November 2025 |
| Provisional Allotment | March 2026 |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee (₹) |
|---|---|
| General/OBC/EWS | To be notified (Last year: ₹850) |
| SC/ST/PwBD/ExSM | To be notified (Last year: ₹175) |
- Pay fee online via net banking, debit/credit card, or UPI.
- Fee is non-refundable.
Age Limit (as on 1 August 2025)
- Minimum Age: 20 years
- Maximum Age: 28 years
Age Relaxation (as per Govt. norms):
- OBC: +3 years, SC/ST: +5 years, PwBD: +10 years, Ex-Servicemen & Special cases: see notification
IBPS Clerk Eligibility Criteria
- Nationality: Must be a citizen of India.
- Educational Qualification:
- Graduate degree in any discipline from a recognized university as of 21 August 2025.
- Must have working knowledge of computer systems (basic certificate/diploma, studied computer/IT in high school/college, or as a subject at graduation level).
- Proficiency in the official language of the state/UT you are applying from.
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How to Apply for IBPS Clerk Online Form 2025
- Visit the official IBPS website: www.ibps.in
- Click on CRP Clerks-XV apply online
- Register yourself, fill details and upload photo/signature/documents as required.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Submit the form and take a print or save the PDF for reference.
Important Links
| Task | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | www.ibps.in |
| Notification PDF | Download PDF |
| Official Website | www.ibps.in |
IBPS Clerk Salary & Benefits
| Pay Scale (Basic) | ₹19,900–₹47,920/month (varies by location + allowances/benefits) |
| In-hand Salary | Approx. ₹31,000–₹35,000/month (after all allowances) |
| Perks | HRA, DA, TA, Medical, Pension/NPS, Promotions, Job Security |
IBPS Clerk Selection Process
- Preliminary Exam:
- 100 marks (Objective MCQ: English, Reasoning, Numerical Ability)
- Online, 1 hour, section-wise timing, negative marking (0.25)
- Mains Exam:
- 200 marks (Reasoning & Computer Aptitude, GK/Financial Awareness, English, Quantitative Aptitude)
- Online, 2 hours 40 min, negative marking
- Provisional Allotment:
- Based on Mains marks (no interview stage)
IBPS Clerk Exam Pattern
The IBPS Clerk Exam Pattern 2025 is designed to test the aptitude, reasoning, and banking knowledge of candidates for Customer Service Associate (Clerk) roles in public sector banks. The exam is held in two stages: Prelims and Mains. Here’s a complete and clear breakdown in simple Indian English:
IBPS Clerk Prelims Exam Pattern
- Mode: Online (Computer-based)
- Type: Objective MCQ
- Total Questions: 100
- Total Marks: 100
- Time: 60 minutes (one hour total; each section has its own timing)
- Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted for each wrong answer
| Section | Questions | Marks | Time (minutes) |
|---|---|---|---|
| English Language | 30 | 30 | 20 |
| Numerical Ability | 35 | 35 | 20 |
| Reasoning Ability | 35 | 35 | 20 |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 60 |
- Each section has a separate timer of 20 minutes.
- You must qualify for the sectional and overall cut-off to be shortlisted for Mains.
- Marks of Prelims are not counted for final merit; it is only for qualifying for the next stage.
IBPS Clerk Mains Exam Pattern 2025
- Mode: Online (Computer-based)
- Type: Objective MCQ
- Total Questions: 190
- Total Marks: 200
- Time: 160 minutes (2 hours 40 min)
- Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted for each wrong answer
| Section | Questions | Marks | Time (minutes) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reasoning Ability & Computer Aptitude | 50 | 60 | 45 |
| English Language | 40 | 40 | 35 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 50 | 50 | 45 |
| General/Financial Awareness | 50 | 50 | 35 |
| Total | 190 | 200 | 160 |
- Reasoning & Computer Aptitude are combined into one section.
- Only Mains marks are counted for final selection and merit rank.
- You must clear both section-wise and overall cut-offs to be eligible for post allotment.
Key Points
- Both exams are online and bilingual (Hindi & English; except the English section, which will be only in English).
- Negative marking applies in both Prelims and Mains. So, answer carefully.
- No interview is conducted for IBPS Clerk/CSA positions.
- All subjects are compulsory, and the pattern is the same for all states and banks.
Syllabus Overview
- Prelims: English, Numerical Ability, Reasoning
- Mains: English, Quantitative, Reasoning & Computer, General/Financial Awareness
FAQs – IBPS Clerk 2025
What is the last date to fill the IBPS Clerk 2025 form?
The online application window closes on 21 August 2025. It’s smart to submit your form a few days early because the
When will the IBPS Clerk 2025 Prelims and Mains exams be held?
— Prelims: 4, 5, 11 October 2025
— Mains: 29 November 2025
Admit cards come out a few weeks before each exam—you’ll also get email/SMS alerts from IBPS.
How many attempt limits are there for IBPS Clerk?
There’s no upper limit on the number of attempts, as long as you fit the age and educational requirements.
What is the in-hand salary for IBPS Clerk 2025?
Is there any negative marking in IBPS Clerk exam?
Yes, every wrong answer in both Prelims and Mains will cost you a penalty of 0.25 marks. So, answer carefully and avoid blind guesses.
