The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) is an autonomous body that conducts the Common Recruitment Process (CRP) on behalf of Participating Public Sector Banks in India, once every year, to recruit personnel for Customer Service Associate (Clerical cadre) posts.
This year's cycle, CRP CSA-XVI, invites applications from eligible candidates for clerical cadre vacancies anticipated for the financial year 2027-28 across a wide network of Participating Banks.
Why You Should Apply
Benefit
Description
Stable Career
Clerical cadre in Public Sector Bank
Transparent Process
Merit-based common recruitment process
Multiple Banks
11 Participating Public Sector Banks
Flexible Location
Apply for vacancies in any one State/UT
Structured Pay Scale
₹24,050 – ₹64,480 + Allowances
Career Growth
Long-term career potential in banking sector
Participating Banks
Bank Name
Bank of Baroda
Canara Bank
Indian Overseas Bank
UCO Bank
Bank of India
Central Bank of India
Punjab National Bank
Union Bank of India
Bank of Maharashtra
Indian Bank
Punjab & Sind Bank
Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit (as on 01.08.2026)
Criteria
Details
Minimum Age
20 Years
Maximum Age
28 Years
Birth Range
Born not earlier than 02.08.1998 and not later than 01.08.2006
Age Relaxation
Category
Relaxation
SC/ST
5 Years
OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)
3 Years
Persons With Benchmark Disabilities
10 Years
Ex-Servicemen
Actual service period + 3 years
Widows/Divorced Women (General/EWS)
Up to 35 Years
Widows/Divorced Women (OBC)
Up to 38 Years
Widows/Divorced Women (SC/ST)
Up to 40 Years
Educational Qualification
Criteria
Details
Qualification
Graduate (any discipline) from a recognized university
The IBPS CRP CSA-XVI 2026 is one of the most sought-after banking recruitment opportunities in India. With 11 Participating Public Sector Banks and vacancies across all States/UTs, this recruitment offers a stable clerical cadre career with a transparent, merit-based selection process.
The two-tier examination process ensures a fair selection across all participating institutions. Candidates should begin their preparation early and ensure they meet all eligibility criteria before applying.
Best Opportunity For
Category
Suitable
Graduates (Any Discipline)
Yes
Freshers
Yes
Experienced Candidates
Yes
Bank Job Aspirants
Yes
Government Job Aspirants
Yes
International Applicants
No
Competition Level
Category
Level
Overall Competition
Very High
Selection Difficulty
Difficult
Application Complexity
Medium
CareerFlora Recommendation
Area
Details
Salary & Benefits
Excellent
Career Growth
Very High
Application Difficulty
Medium
Apply Early
Strongly Recommended
Final Call-to-Action
Apply for IBPS CRP CSA-XVI 2026 before 21 August 2026.
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