IBPS PO/MT Admit Card 2026
IBPS CRP PO/MT XVI Preliminary Examination 2026
Conducted by: Institute of Banking Personnel Selection
IBPS PO/MT Admit Card 2026 – CRP PO/MT XVI Prelims & Mains Call Letter
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam name | IBPS CRP PO/MT XVI Preliminary & Main Examination 2026 |
| Organising body | Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS), Mumbai |
| Exam cycle / CRP number | CRP PO/MT XVI (2026 cycle, conducted under the common recruitment process for Probationary Officers) |
| Post(s) | Probationary Officer / Management Trainee (PO/MT) in participating public sector banks |
| Total vacancies (indicative) | As per the official CRP PO/MT XVI notification published on ibps.in |
| Admit card status | Expected – IBPS generally uploads the Prelims call letter on ibps.in about 2–3 weeks before the exam |
| Admit card release date | Not announced yet – to be published on ibps.in as per the examination calendar |
| Exam date(s) | Prelims and Mains scheduled as per the IBPS annual examination calendar posted on ibps.in |
| Selection stages | Preliminary Examination | Main Examination | Interview |
| Official website | www.ibps.in |
Admit card timeline for IBPS PO/MT XVI 2026
IBPS publishes its annual examination calendar at the start of every year, which indicates the months for the PO Prelims and Mains. After the detailed notification is released, online applications stay open for around three weeks. In earlier cycles, the exam city intimation slip has appeared in the candidate login roughly a week to ten days before the Prelims, and the full call letter follows about two to three weeks before the exam.
| Event | Indicative date |
|---|---|
| Detailed CRP PO/MT XVI notification on ibps.in | As per IBPS annual examination calendar |
| Online application submission period | Approximately three weeks from the notification date |
| Issuance of exam city / centre intimation slip | Usually 7–10 days before the Preliminary exam (login-based) |
| Prelims admit card (call letter) release | Expected about 2–3 weeks before the Prelims exam date |
| Preliminary examination | As per examination calendar – exact date borne on individual call letters |
| Prelims result and Main exam call letter | A few weeks after Prelims; Mains call letter typically 2–3 weeks before the Main exam |
| Main examination | As per examination calendar |
| Interview / next stage | After the Mains result, call letter shared via candidate login |
How to download the IBPS PO/MT call letter from ibps.in
The admit card is available only through the online candidate login window opened on ibps.in before the exam; it is neither posted nor emailed once the process starts. Follow these steps once the link goes live.
- Open the official IBPS website www.ibps.in and locate the "CRP PO/MT XVI" recruitment link.
- Click on the link titled "Download of Call Letter for Online Preliminary Examination" (or the Main exam link when activated).
- You will be redirected to the secure candidate login page.
- Enter your Registration Number (or Roll Number) along with your Password (or Date of Birth, as asked).
- Solve the captcha and press the Login button.
- Your call letter with the photo, signature, exam centre, reporting time and important instructions will be displayed.
- Download the PDF and take at least two clear printouts on A4 paper in advance.
- Verify that the name, date of birth, category, photograph and exam centre printed on the call letter match the details filed in the application form.
- If there is any error, contact the IBPS helpdesk immediately through the contact details in the notification.
Official admit card links
- IBPS official website – CRP PO/MT XVI exam portal
- IBPS candidate login section for call letter download
IBPS PO/MT examination pattern
Preliminary Examination (qualifying in nature)
| Section | Questions | Maximum marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| English Language | 30 | 30 | 20 minutes |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 35 | 35 | 20 minutes |
| Reasoning Ability | 35 | 35 | 20 minutes |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 60 minutes |
Main Examination (marks counted for selection) and Descriptive Test
| Section | Questions | Maximum marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reasoning & Computer Aptitude | 45 | 60 | 60 minutes |
| English Language | 35 | 40 | 40 minutes |
| Data Analysis & Interpretation | 35 | 45 | 45 minutes |
| General, Economic & Banking Awareness | 40 | 40 | 35 minutes |
| English Language – Descriptive (letter & essay) | 2 questions | 25 | 30 minutes |
IBPS applies sectional and overall cut-offs at every stage with negative marking for wrong answers, so answer carefully. The final selection is based on the combined score of the Main Examination and Interview (typically 80:20 after normalisation of Mains scores) as explained in the official notification.
Important exam day instructions
- Carry at least two printouts of the admit card / call letter to the exam centre.
- Carry one original photo identity proof (Aadhaar card, passport, voter ID, PAN card or driving licence) along with a photocopy.
- Carry a recent passport-size photograph, preferably the same one uploaded in the online application.
- Report well before the reporting time printed on the call letter; late candidates are not permitted to enter once the centre is closed.
- Mobile phones, smart watches, calculators, Bluetooth devices and other electronic gadgets are strictly prohibited inside the examination hall.
- Do not carry notes, books, papers or written material; rough sheets are supplied at the centre.
- You may be asked to sign an attendance sheet and undergo biometric verification at the centre.
- Dress modestly and avoid metallic items such as big jewellery or belts with metallic buckles.
What to do if the IBPS PO/MT admit card is not yet released
If the download link is not yet active on ibps.in, remember that IBPS activates it only a couple of weeks before the exam. Until that window opens, the link stays disabled for everyone. Keep checking the "CRP PO/MT XVI" page on the IBPS website regularly, and keep your registration confirmation e-mail and SMS safe, since they contain the Registration Number and password required for login.
Do not try to obtain the admit card from unofficial websites, Telegram groups or third-party file-sharing services. Fake PDF call letters circulate before big exams, and forged hall tickets with wrong exam centres have been reported. Only the call letter downloaded from the IBPS candidate login is valid for entry into the examination hall.
When the link becomes active, avoid the peak-hour rush. If the login page is slow, retry after a few minutes or switch browsers. If you have forgotten your password, use the "Forgot Password" option and recover access through your registered e-mail ID and mobile number.
FAQs about IBPS PO/MT admit card
Q: What login details are required to download the IBPS PO call letter?
A: You need the Registration Number or Roll Number issued at the time of application, along with the password chosen during registration (or date of birth, if the page asks for it). Keep these credentials safe after submitting the application form.
Q: Is the IBPS PO admit card sent to my address by post or email?
A: No. IBPS does not send admit cards by post. The call letter is available only in the online candidate login on ibps.in, and candidates must download and print it themselves.
Q: I am unable to open the admit card PDF after logging in. What should I do?
A: This usually happens due to a slow connection, blocked pop-ups or an outdated PDF reader. Clear the browser cache, try another browser, and allow pop-ups for the IBPS site. If the problem continues, contact the IBPS helpline given in the official notification.
Q: My date of birth printed on the call letter is different from my documents. Can I still appear?
A: No. For any mismatch in name, date of birth, category or photograph, contact the IBPS helpdesk immediately with scanned copies of your documents and application. Do not wait till exam day, as centre staff will not admit candidates whose details do not match the ID proof.
Q: Can I choose or change my exam centre after allotment?
A: Candidates select a preferred exam city while filling the application, subject to availability. The final centre is intimated through the city slip and then the call letter, and no change is normally allowed thereafter.
Q: I have forgotten my password. How can I recover it?
A: Use the "Forgot Password" option on the IBPS candidate login page. A recovery link or OTP is sent to your registered e-mail ID and mobile number, so always use an e-mail and mobile number you check regularly.
Disclaimer: The dates and details on this page are indicative, based on the IBPS examination calendar and past recruitment trends. The admit card link, city slip and schedules for CRP PO/MT XVI appear only on the official IBPS website. Candidates should regularly visit ibps.in for authenticated updates on the IBPS PO/MT admit card 2026.