IBPS Releases Final Calendar 2026-27 for PO, SO and RRB CRP Exams
IBPS Releases Final Calendar 2026-27 for PO, SO and RRB CRP Exams
The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has today released the much-awaited final tentative calendar for the Common Recruitment Process (CRP) for the year 2026-27. This comprehensive schedule covers Probationary Officer/Management Trainee, Specialist Officers, and Regional Rural Banks examinations.
As per the official PDF published on the IBPS website, the Preliminary Examination for CRP PO/MT-XVI is scheduled to begin in the third week of August 2026. The Specialist Officer examination is also expected to follow a similar timeline with mains examinations likely in October-November 2026.
- CRP PO/MT-XVI Preliminary Exam: August 2026
- CRP SO-XVI Preliminary Exam: Expected September 2026
- RRB CRP-XV (Officers & Office Assistants): November-December 2026 window
- Candidates should regularly check the official IBPS website for detailed notifications.
Banking aspirants across the country have welcomed this early release of the calendar as it allows them to plan their preparation strategy well in advance. IBPS has also advised all candidates to keep their documents ready and stay updated through the official portal to avoid missing any important announcements related to these prestigious banking examinations.




