💼 IBPS Clerk CRP-XV (2025–26) Notification Out — 10,277 Posts
The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has released the IBPS Clerk CRP-XV (Customer Service Associate) notification for 10,277 vacancies in participating public sector banks. Online applications start from 1 August 2025 and the last date to apply & pay fees is 21 August 2025. Below is the complete, ready-to-use information — eligibility, important dates, exam pattern, state-wise vacancies, age relaxation, fees, salary, participating banks, links and preparation tips.
📊 Quick Overview
- 🔸 Total Vacancies: 10,277
- 📄 Notification Released: 31 July 2025
- 🗓️ Apply Online: 1 August – 21 August 2025
- 🧾 Prelims Exam: 4, 5 & 11 October 2025
- 📌 Mains Exam: 29 November 2025
- 📍 Provisional Allotment: March 2026
- 🎓 Qualification: Graduation in any discipline + Computer Literacy + Local Language Proficiency
- 👤 Age Limit: 20 to 28 years (as on 01.07.2025) — relaxations apply
- 💰 Application Fee: ₹850 (Gen/OBC/EWS), ₹175 (SC/ST/PwBD)
- 🌐 Official Website / Apply: www.ibps.in
🧾 Selection Process
- ✅ Preliminary Examination: Qualifying stage (scores used for shortlisting)
- ✅ Main Examination: Final merit based on Main exam score
- ✅ No Interview: No separate interview stage
- 🗣️ Language Proficiency Test: For candidates who don’t have prescribed local language qualification
- ⚠️ Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted for each wrong answer (Prelims & Mains)
📚 Exam Pattern
🔹 Prelims Exam
| Subject | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|
| English Language | 30 | 60 minutes |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 35 | |
| Reasoning Ability | 35 | |
| Total | 100 |
🔹 Mains Exam
| Subject | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Reasoning & Computer Aptitude | 50 | 45 mins |
| General / Financial Awareness | 50 | 35 mins |
| English Language | 40 | 35 mins |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 50 | 45 mins |
| Total | 190 | 160 mins |
📊 State-wise & Category-wise Vacancies (Total 10,277)
| State | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | General | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Andaman & Nicobar | -- | -- | 02 | 01 | 10 | 13 |
| Andhra Pradesh | 61 | 28 | 84 | 35 | 159 | 367 |
| Arunachal Pradesh | -- | 08 | -- | 01 | 13 | 22 |
| Assam | 11 | 23 | 49 | 17 | 104 | 204 |
| Bihar | 44 | 01 | 72 | 30 | 161 | 308 |
| Chandigarh | 10 | -- | 15 | 05 | 33 | 63 |
| Chhattisgarh | 24 | 64 | 08 | 20 | 99 | 214 |
| Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman Diu | -- | 09 | 01 | 02 | 23 | 35 |
| Delhi | 60 | 28 | 110 | 38 | 180 | 416 |
| Goa | -- | 07 | 13 | 07 | 60 | 87 |
| Gujarat | 52 | 108 | 197 | 71 | 325 | 753 |
| Haryana | 25 | -- | 35 | 13 | 71 | 144 |
| Himachal Pradesh | 27 | 03 | 22 | 12 | 50 | 114 |
| Jammu & Kashmir | 01 | 05 | 14 | 04 | 37 | 61 |
| Jharkhand | 09 | 21 | 10 | 08 | 58 | 106 |
| Karnataka | 179 | 94 | 282 | 115 | 500 | 1170 |
| Kerala | 33 | 01 | 82 | 33 | 181 | 330 |
| Ladakh | -- | -- | -- | -- | 05 | 05 |
| Lakshadweep | -- | 01 | -- | -- | 06 | 07 |
| Madhya Pradesh | 88 | 121 | 85 | 60 | 247 | 601 |
| Maharashtra | 113 | 97 | 297 | 109 | 501 | 1117 |
| Manipur | -- | 07 | 02 | 02 | 20 | 31 |
| Meghalaya | -- | 06 | -- | 01 | 11 | 18 |
| Mizoram | -- | 09 | -- | 02 | 17 | 28 |
| Nagaland | -- | 09 | -- | 01 | 17 | 27 |
| Odisha | 37 | 51 | 26 | 24 | 111 | 249 |
| Puducherry | 01 | -- | 03 | 01 | 14 | 19 |
| Punjab | 79 | -- | 53 | 24 | 120 | 276 |
| Rajasthan | 54 | 43 | 60 | 32 | 139 | 328 |
| Sikkim | -- | 02 | 02 | -- | 16 | 20 |
| Tamil Nadu | 183 | 05 | 227 | 88 | 391 | 894 |
| Telangana | 43 | 20 | 56 | 23 | 119 | 261 |
| Tripura | 02 | 07 | -- | 01 | 22 | 32 |
| Uttar Pradesh | 280 | 11 | 338 | 132 | 554 | 1315 |
| Uttarakhand | 13 | -- | 08 | 09 | 71 | 102 |
| West Bengal | 121 | 24 | 118 | 51 | 226 | 540 |
| Total | 1550 | 813 | 2271 | 972 | 4671 | 10277 |
📜 Relaxation of Upper Age Limit
| SNo. | Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Scheduled Caste / Scheduled Tribe | 5 years |
| 2 | Other Backward Classes (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 years |
| 3 | Persons With Disabilities | 10 years |
| 4 | Ex-Servicemen / Disabled Ex-Servicemen | Actual period of service + 3 years (8 years for Disabled Ex-Servicemen of SC/ST), subject to max age 50 years |
| 5 | Widows / Divorced / Legally Separated Women (not remarried) | Up to 35 years (Gen/EWS), 38 years (OBC), 40 years (SC/ST) |
💰 Application Fee
| SNo. | Category | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | SC / ST / PwBD | ₹175 (Intimation Charges Only) |
| 2 | General / OBC / EWS | ₹850 (Application Fee + Intimation Charges) |
🏦 Participating Banks (IBPS Clerk CRP-XV)
The list of participating banks for IBPS Clerk 2025 (CRP-XV) includes the following public sector banks:
- Bank of Baroda
- Bank of India
- Bank of Maharashtra
- Canara Bank
- Central Bank of India
- Indian Bank
- Indian Overseas Bank
- Punjab & Sind Bank
- Punjab National Bank
- Union Bank of India
- UCO Bank
- … and other participating banks as notified on IBPS (check official notification).
💼 Salary & Posting
- Starting Basic Pay: ₹24,050 (approx)
- Approx. In-hand Salary: ₹40,000 – ₹42,000 (varies by place of posting & allowances)
- Posting: Generally allotted in the applied state / home state as per vacancy
- Perks: DA, HRA, PF, Medical, Pension/Retirement benefits (as per bank rules)
🆕 Notable Changes in IBPS Clerk 2025
- 🔹 Post name changed to Customer Service Associate (CSA).
- 🔹 Mandatory local language proficiency for applied state/UT — check notification for required proof.
- 🔹 Revised Mains exam pattern (marks & time distribution) compared to previous cycles.
- 🔹 Integration with DigiLocker for document verification.
- 🔹 New Edit Window feature to correct certain application details (as per notification timeline).
📂 Documents / Checklist Before Applying
- Scanned photograph & signature (specs as per notification)
- Graduation certificate / provisional certificate
- Valid ID proof (Aadhaar/PAN/Passport/Voter ID)
- Proof of local language study (if applicable)
- Caste / PwBD certificate (if claiming relaxation)
- Bank details for fee refund (if any)
💡 Preparation Tips
- Practice time-bound mock tests daily to build speed & accuracy.
- Read daily current affairs, especially banking & financial news, for Mains.
- Focus on Reasoning & Quant — revise shortcuts and practice sectional quizzes.
- Use previous years’ papers for pattern & difficulty understanding.
- Ensure local language proficiency — practice comprehension & letter writing.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- Q: What is the last date to apply?
A: 21 August 2025 (apply online & pay fee by this date). - Q: What is the exam medium?
A: Exams will be conducted in English, Hindi and in 13 regional languages (check notification for specific list). - Q: Is local language mandatory?
A: Yes — proficiency in the local language of the applied state/UT is required (verify details in notification). - Q: How many vacancies in Uttar Pradesh?
A: Highest — 1,315 vacancies (state-wise table above).
🔔 Reminder: Apply online before 21 August 2025. Keep all documents ready and double-check the application before final submission. Visit the official IBPS website for the detailed notification and the apply link.
📌 Conclusion
The IBPS Clerk CRP-XV 2025 recruitment offers a great chance for graduates seeking stable government jobs in banking. Carefully read the official notification on www.ibps.in, fill the application correctly, and start focused preparation for Prelims & Mains. All the best!
✅ Last Date to Apply: 21/08/2025
