IBPS PO / MT 16th Recruitment 2026 Apply Online
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IBPS PO / MT 16th Recruitment 2026 Apply Online
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IBPS Common Recruitment Process Probationary Officer / Management Trainees – XVI has released the notification for the recruitment of PO/MT-XVI Exam 2026.
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IBPS PO — What Actually Comes in the Exam
Our own analysis of 161 questions from 2 previous year papers in the IBPS PO bank — subject weightage and the topics that repeat most.
An analysis of 161 questions across 2 papers and 2 PYQ papers for IBPS PO shows that Quantitative Aptitude dominates with 64 questions, followed closely by English Language with 59 questions and Reasoning Ability with 38 questions. The most recurring topics across these subjects include Data Interpretation with 18 questions, Reading Comprehension with 16 questions, and Cloze Test with 10 questions.
Aspirants should prioritise Quantitative Aptitude and English Language as they together make up the majority of the analysed questions. Given the high weightage of specific recurring topics, preparation should begin with a strong focus on Data Interpretation and Reading Comprehension. Subsequent practice should cover other frequent areas such as Cloze Test, Para Jumbles, Error Spotting, Approximation, and Scheduling Puzzle to ensure thorough coverage of the syllabus.
| Subject | Share | Questions | Most Repeated Topics |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quantitative Aptitude | 40% | 64 | Data Interpretation (18), Approximation (8), Number Series (5), Wrong Number Series (4) |
| English Language | 37% | 59 | Reading Comprehension (16), Cloze Test (10), Error Spotting (9), Para Jumbles (9) |
| Reasoning Ability | 24% | 38 | Scheduling Puzzle (8), Syllogism (6), Categorisation Puzzle (4), Blood Relations (3) |
Sample Questions From IBPS PO Papers
Q1. How many meaningful English words can be formed using the 2nd, 4th, 6th and 9th letters of the word GROUNDWORK (using each letter only once)? If no word: @; if more than three: #
- A. One
- B. Two
- C. Three
- D. #
- E. @
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E. @
In GROUNDWORK the 2nd, 4th, 6th and 9th letters are R, U, D and R. No meaningful English word can be formed from R, U, D, R, so the answer is @.
Reasoning Ability · Alphabet Test
Q2. In the number 5 8 3 7 2 9 4 6 1, how many pairs of digits have the same number of digits between them (in the number) as in the natural number series (both forward and backward)?
- A. None
- B. One
- C. Two
- D. Three
- E. More than three
Show answer
E. More than three
In 5 8 3 7 2 9 4 6 1 the qualifying pairs are (5,3), (8,1), (7,9), (7,4) and (2,4) — five pairs, which is more than three.
Reasoning Ability · Number Ranking
Q3. A and B together can complete a work in 12 days. B and C together can complete the same work in 15 days. A and C together can complete it in 20 days. In how many days can A alone complete the work?
- A. 24 days
- B. 30 days
- C. 20 days
- D. 40 days
- E. None of these
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B. 30 days
A + B = 1/12, B + C = 1/15 and A + C = 1/20. Adding gives 2(A + B + C) = 1/12 + 1/15 + 1/20 = 1/5, so A + B + C = 1/10. Then A = 1/10 – 1/15 = 1/30, so A alone takes 30 days.
Quantitative Aptitude · Time and Work
Q4. A boat covers 48 km upstream in 6 hours and 60 km downstream in 4 hours. What is the speed of the stream (km/h)?
- A. 3
- B. 4
- C. 5
- D. 2.5
- E. None of these
Show answer
E. None of these
Upstream speed = 48/6 = 8 km/h and downstream = 60/4 = 15 km/h, so the stream flows at (15 – 8)/2 = 3.5 km/h, which is not listed.
Quantitative Aptitude · Boats and Streams
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Eligibility
- Educational Qualification: Bachelor Degree in Any Stream in Any Recognized Board in India
- Age Limit: 20 Years – 30 Years (as on 01 July 2026)
- Age Relaxation: As per IBPS Probationary Officer PO / MT-XVI Examination Rules 2026
Vacancy Details
- Total Posts: 7,365
📋 Post-wise👥 Category-wise
IBPS PO / MT-XVI Recruitment 2026: Category Wise Vacancy Details
| Post Name | UR | OBC | EWS | SC | ST | Total | |||
| Probationary Officers (PO) / MT 16th Exam 2026 | 2936 | 2015 | 721 | 1131 | 562 | 7365 | |||
IBPS Selection Process
- Preliminary Examination
- Mains Examination
- Document Verification
Event Timeline
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start | 01 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 26 July 2026 |
| PET Admit Card Available | 10 August 2026 |
| Exam Date | 01 August 2026 |
| Pre Result Declared | 23 September 2026 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: When did the IBPS Probationary Officer / Management Trainees PO / MT-XVI Online Application Process 2026 Start?
Ans: The online application process started on 01 July 2026.
Q2: What is the Exam Date for IBPS Probationary Officer PO Pre Exam 2026 ?
Ans: The Examination will be conducted in August 2026.
Q3: What is the last date to apply online for IBPS Probationary Officer / Management Trainees PO / MT-XVI 2026?
Ans: The last date to apply online is 26 July 2026.
Q4: What is the last date to pay the application fee?
Ans: Candidates can pay the application fee up to 26 July 2026.
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