IBPS Clerk Notification 2024 Out: Know Exam Date, Syllabus & More

Updated On : 03 Jul, 2023

IBPS CLERK RECRUITMENT 2024

IBPS Clerk XIII Notification 2024 has been issued by the Institute Of Banking Personnel Selection for CRP Clerks XIII recruitment.  This highly competitive exam is conducted by IBPS and offers aspiring individuals an opportunity to secure clerk positions in various centralised banks in India.

The IBPS Clerk exam is one of the toughest exams in India but offers an excellent opportunity for candidates pursuing a career in banking. The IBPS Clerk exam serves as a crucial entry point for fresh graduates seeking employment in the banking industry. With a large number of candidates vying for limited positions, cracking this exam is considered quite challenging.

The online examination, comprising both Preliminary and Main exams, is tentatively scheduled to be held in August/September 2023 and October 2023, respectively. Eligible candidates who are interested in pursuing a clerical career in the banking sector can submit their applications through the official IBPS website. The application window will be open from 1st July to 21st July 2023.

WHAT IS IBPS CLERK?

The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) conducts the annual IBPS Clerk exam, which serves as a recruitment platform for public sector banks in India. IBPS is the authorized body responsible for the selection process of candidates for administrative staff positions in 11 public sector banks.

The IBPS Clerk recruitment follows a Common Recruitment Process (CRP) and involves an online examination consisting of two phases: preliminary and mains. Candidates' performance in these exams determines their selection for clerical positions in the participating banks.

IBPS CLERK HIGHLIGHTS 2024

Here are the key points of the IBPS Clerk Cadre (XII) exam :

IBPS CLERK EXAM DATES

Check the IBPS Clerk exam event dates below in the table:

IBPS CLERK ELIGIBILITY 2024

Nationality

To be eligible for IBPS Clerk recruitment, candidates must meet the following nationality criteria:

• Must be a Citizen of India

• Must be a subject of Nepal

• Must be a subject of Bhutan

• Must be a Tibetan Refugee who came to India before 1st January 1962 with the intention of permanently settling in India

• Must be a person of Indian origin who has migrated from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, East African countries of Kenya, Uganda, the United Republic of Tanzania (formerly Tanganyika and Zanzibar), Zambia, Malawi, Zaire, Ethiopia, and Vietnam with the intention of permanently settling in India

However, candidates falling under categories (ii), (iii), (iv), and (v) above need to possess a certificate of eligibility issued by the Government of India in their favor.

Age limit:

The age limit for IBPS Clerk recruitment is as follows:

• Candidates must be between 20 and 28 years old.

• The candidate's date of birth should fall between 02.07.1995 and 01.07.2003 (both dates inclusive).

Age relaxation is provided to candidates belonging to reserved categories. The age relaxations for various categories are as follows:

Educational Qualifications:

To be eligible for IBPS Clerk recruitment, candidates must meet the following educational qualifications:

• Degree (Graduation): Candidates must have a Graduation degree in any discipline from a University recognized by the Government of India or any equivalent qualification recognized as such by the Central Government. The candidate should possess a valid Mark-sheet / Degree Certificate that proves their graduation status on the day of registration. Additionally, the candidate should indicate the percentage of marks obtained in Graduation while registering online.

• Computer Literacy: Candidates must have operating and working knowledge of computer systems. This means they should have a Certificate, Diploma, or Degree in computer operations/language or should have studied Computer/Information Technology as one of the subjects in their High School/College/Institute.

• Proficiency in the Official Language: It is preferable for candidates to have proficiency in the Official Language of the State/Union Territory (UT) for which they are applying for vacancies. This includes the ability to read, write, and speak the Official Language.

HOW TO COMPLETE THE IBPS CLERK APPLICATION FORM?

Here is a step-by-step guide to completing the IBPS Clerk application process:

Step 1: Visit the official website of IBPS. 

Step 2: On the homepage, click on the "IBPS Clerk Exam Application" link. 

Step 3: Click on the "New Registration" link. 

Step 4: Fill in the required details in the registration form, such as your name, father's name, date of birth (DOB), etc. 

Step 5: After entering the information, verify it for accuracy and click on the "Save and Next" button. 

Step 6: Upload the scanned copies of the necessary documents as per the specified guidelines. This may include your photograph, signature, and other relevant documents. 

Step 7: Once the documents are uploaded, click on the "Next" button. 

Step 8: Provide your educational and professional details on the subsequent page, and then click on the "Next" button. 

Step 9: Proceed to make the payment of the application fee. You can use online net banking, credit card, or debit card for payment. 

Step 10: After successful payment, download and save a copy of the application form and the fee payment receipt for future reference.

IBPS Clerk Application Fees

The application fees for IBPS Clerk, payable only through online mode, are as follows:

Note:- Bank Transaction charges for Online Payment of application fees/ intimation charges will have to be borne by the candidate 

IBPS CLERK ADMIT CARD

Applicants for the IBPS Clerk exam are required to download their admit cards from the official website of IBPS. The IBPS Clerk admit card will not be sent to candidates via post or any other means. The admit card will be issued in two phases: for the Online Preliminary Exam and the Online Main Exam.

How do I download the IBPS Clerk admission card?

The steps to download the IBPS Clerk Admit Card are as follows:

Step 1: Visit the IBPS official website.

Step 2: Click on “Clerk CRP” on the left side of the home page.

Step 3: Now click on “Download Admit Card for IBPS Clerk Exam”.

Step 4: Enter User ID and Password.

Step 5: Your admit card will appear on the screen after entering the details.

Step 5: Download and print the entrance ticket.

Applicants must review the details on the admit card for any corrections prior to the IBPS Clerk exam.

SELECTION PROCESS FOR IBPS CLERK

The selection process for the IBPS Clerk begins with the announcement of the exam and ends with the assignment of the banks. Candidates are selected on the basis of an online exam divided into two phases:

• IBPS Clerk Preliminary Exam

• IBPS Clerk Mains exam

Candidates who clear both stages of the IBPS Clerk Exam will then be required to appear for document verification.

IBPS CLERK EXAM PATTERN

The IBPS Clerk exam is administered online in the form of a computer-based test. The IBPS Clerk exam is divided into two phases:

• Pre-examination

• Mains examination

The IBPS Clerk Exam Pattern for the Prelims and Mains exam is discussed in detail below.

IBPS Clerk Prelims Exam pattern

• The Preliminary exam is the initial stage of the selection process.

• It consists of three sections: English Language, Numerical Ability, and Reasoning Ability.

• The exam is conducted for a total duration of 60 minutes.

• The question paper is objective type (multiple-choice questions) with a total of 100 marks.

• Each section has a specific number of questions, and the total number of questions is 100.

• There is negative marking where a penalty of 0.25 marks is applied for each incorrect answer.

• The marks obtained in the Preliminary exam are not considered for the final selection but are used to shortlist candidates for the Main exam.

IBPS CLERK MAINS EXAM PATTERN

• The Main exam is the second phase of the IBPS Clerk exam and is conducted for candidates who qualify in the Preliminary exam.

• It consists of four sections: General/Financial Awareness, General English, Reasoning Ability & Computer Aptitude, and Quantitative Aptitude.

• The exam is conducted for a total duration of 160 minutes.

• The question paper is objective type (multiple-choice questions) with a total of 200 marks.

• Each section has a specific number of questions, and the total number of questions is 190.

• Like the Preliminary exam, there is negative marking of 0.25 marks for each incorrect answer.

IBPS CLERK SYLLABUS

To prepare effectively for the IBPS Clerk exam, candidates should be familiar with the IBPS Clerk Exam Syllabus for both the Preliminary and Main exams. The syllabus for each section is as follows:

IBPS Clerk Prelims Exam Syllabus

IBPS CLERK MAINS EXAM SYLLABUS

IBPS CLERK MAINS EXAM PATTERN

The IBPS Mains exam for Clerk is divided into four sections: General English, General/Financial Awareness, Reasoning and Computer Aptitude, and Quantitative Aptitude. A total of 190 multiple choice questions with a duration of 2 hours and 40 minutes are asked.

IBPS CLERK SYLLABUS

The candidate must be familiar with the IBPS Clerk Exam Syllabus in order to prepare well for the exam. IBPS has published a separate syllabus for the Prelims and Mains exams. The IBPS Clerk  exam syllabus is being discussed in detail below.

IBPS Clerk Prelims Exam Syllabus

IBPS CLERK MAINS EXAM SYLLABUS

IBPS CLERK EXAM CENTRES

The IBPS Clerk exam will be conducted in various parts of the country. The list of exams IBPS Clerk exam centres is tabulated below:

RESULTS OF THE IBPS CLERK

The IBPS Clerk result  will be published on the official website after the administration of the IBPS Clerk exam. To download the IBPS Clerk result, candidates can follow the steps below:

• Visit the official website of IBPS.

• On the home page, look for the "CRP Office" section on the left-hand side.

• Under the "CRP Office" section, find and click on the "IBPS Clerk Results" link.

• You will be redirected to a new page where you need to enter your login credentials, such as your Roll Number, Registration ID, Password, or Date of Birth.

• After entering the required details, click on the "Submit" or "Login" button.

• The IBPS Clerk result will be displayed on the screen.

• Carefully review your result and ensure that all the information is accurate.

• Download the result and save it for future reference.

Candidates must download the results for further reference as the results are not available later. Candidates may contact IBPS in the event of any errors or discrepancies in the information on the scorecard.

IBPS CLERK VACANCY 2024

IBPS CLERK SALARY AND BENEFITS

The candidates who are recruited under the IBPS Clerk recruitment process are subjected to the basic salary along with various other allowances and benefits. The IBPS Clerk Salary is tabulated below:

In addition to the base salary, candidates are offered various allowances such as:

• Subsidy for rent

• Travel allowance

• Medical Allowance