The Institute of Banking & Personnel Selection (IBPS) has officially released the IBPS PO Prelims Admit Card 2026 on 14th August 2026. Aspirants preparing for the upcoming preliminary examination can now download their call letters from the official website. This recruitment drive aims to fill a total of 7565 probationary officer vacancies across participating banks. Stay updated with the IBPS PO Exam Date 2026 to ensure you do not miss any critical deadlines.
Hard copies of the call letter will not be sent via post, meaning candidates must download their documents online before the final expiration date of 23rd August 2026. To streamline your entry into the examination hall, biometric verification will be conducted at all designated exam centers.
IBPS PO Admit Card 2026 Overview
Review the essential highlights of the examination and admit card parameters through the table below:
| Exam Name | CRP PO/MT CRP-XVI |
| Mode of Admit Card | Online |
| Prelims Admit Card Date | 14th August 2026 |
| IBPS PO Exam Date 2026 | 22nd and 23rd August 2026 |
| Credentials Required | Login ID/Registration Number Date of Birth/Password |
| Duration of Exam | 1 hour (60 minutes) |
| Shift Timings | Shift 1- 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM Shift 2- 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM Shift 3- 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM Shift 4- 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM |
| Details Required to Download | Registration Number and Date of Birth (DOB) |
IBPS PO Prelims Exam Schedule & Shift Timings
The preliminary test is scheduled for the 22nd and 23rd of August 2026, distributed across 8 total shifts. Candidates are advised to carefully check their reporting time to avoid any last-minute hassle.
| Shifts | Reporting Time | Exam Starts | Exam Ends |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shift 1 | 8 am | 9 am | 10 am |
| Shift 2 | 10:30 am | 11:30 am | 12:30 pm |
| Shift 3 | 1 pm | 2 pm | 3 pm |
| Shift 4 | 3:30 pm | 4:30 pm | 5:30 pm |
Direct Links & Handouts
Access the active admit card link and official information handouts released by IBPS:
- IBPS PO Prelims Admit Card 2026 (Link Active)- Click to Download
- IBPS PO Information Handout (English)
- IBPS PO Information Handout (Hindi)
How to download the IBPS PO Prelims Call Letter 2026?
- Visit the official website of IBPS i.e. www.ibps.in, or click on the link mentioned above.
- Click on βCRP-PO/MT,β and a new page appears on your screen.
- Now, click on "Recruitment Process for Probationary Officer CRP PO/MT CRP-XVI".
- A new page appears. Click on βPrelims Call Letter for IBPS CRP PO/MT CRP-XVI".
- Enter your Registration No / Roll No and Password / DOB, and fill in the captcha code.
- The call letter is displayed on the screen. Download your IBPS PO Admit Card 2026.
- Save the Call Letter and take a printout for future reference.
How to Retrieve a Forgotten Password for an IBPS PO Admit Card?
- Visit the official website, ibps.in.
- On the Login page, click on the PO/MT examination admit card link.
- Now, click on the "Forgot Password?" button on the login page.
- Now enter your registration number along with your registered Mobile Number or Email ID.
- Now, click on the submit button; a new password is sent to your registered email.
Checklists and Requirements
Credentials Required
- Login ID/Registration Number
- Date of Birth/Password
Documents Required for IBPS PO Prelims Exam
- Printed Call Letter / Admit Card
- Photo Identity Proof (Original & Photocopy)
- Accepted documents include an Aadhaar Card / e-Aadhaar, PAN Card, Voter ID, Driving Licence, or Passport
- Passport-Size Photographs: Carry 2 to 3 extra copies identical to the photograph pasted/uploaded on your call letter.
- Scribe Documents: Only required if utilising a registered scribe under PwBD guidelines.
Important Points & Prerequisites
- Good internet connection while downloading the IBPS PO Prelims Call Letter 2026.
- Must carry IBPS PO call letter and designated Photo ID proof without fail to the exam center.
- Keep extra copies of the call letter to avoid any discrepancy.
- Note down timings and exam centre for a hassle-free day.
Details Mentioned on the IBPS PO Admit Card
- Candidate's Name
- Candidate's Photograph
- Candidate's Signature
- Father's/Mother's Name
- Candidate's Date of Birth
- Gender (Male/Female)
- Category (ST/SC/BC/Other)
- Candidate's Address
- Roll Number/User ID
- Registration Number
- Exam Date and Time
- Name of Centre
- Centre Address
- Centre Code
- Post-applied
- Space for the candidate's signature and left thumb impression to be affixed at the centre
- Space for Invigilator's Signature
- Exam Day Instructions/Guidelines
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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