Short Detail:
Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has made the Customer Service Associate / Clerk Pre Exam Admit Card 2026 available from 01/10/2026. Candidates who registered for CRP CSA-XVI can now access their call letter online. The preliminary examination is scheduled for 11/10/2026. This recruitment has 11,403 posts. Download your call letter before the exam and read the reporting instructions. Check the venue and personal details carefully. The download link, recruitment dates and exam pattern are included in this post.
Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS)
IBPS CSA / Clerk Preliminary Admit Card 2026
Advt No.: CRP CSA-XVI
Important Dates
- Form Start Date: 01/08/2026
- Form Last Date: 21/08/2026
- Fee Payment Last Date: 21/08/2026
- Form Correction Date: 04/09/2026 & 05/09/2026
- Pre-Examination Training (PET): September 2026
- Pre Exam Admit Card Date: 01/10/2026
- Preliminary Exam Date: 11/10/2026
- Preliminary Exam Result: November 2026
- Main Exam Date: December 2026
- Provisional Allotment: March 2027
Application Fees
- Gen / OBC / EWS: ₹850/-
- SC / ST / PwBD / ESM / DESM: ₹175/-
- Online payment options: Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking and UPI.
IBPS CSA / Clerk 2026 Age Limit
As On Date: 01/08/2026
- Minimum Age: 20 Years
- Maximum Age: 28 Years
- Reserved categories receive age relaxation under the IBPS CRP CSA-XVI recruitment rules.
Max Age With Relaxation
| Category | Max Age With Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST | 33 Years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 31 Years |
| PwBD | 38 Years |
| ESM / DESM | 28 Years + eligible service period + 3 Years; + 8 Years for SC/ST DESM. Overall limit: 50 Years. |
| Widows / Divorced / Legally Separated Women | Gen/EWS: 35 Years; OBC: 38 Years; SC/ST: 40 Years |
IBPS CSA / Clerk 2026 Vacancy Details
Total Posts: 11,403
| State / UT | SC | ST | OBC (NCL) | EWS | UR | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Uttar Pradesh | 375 | 17 | 508 | 159 | 672 | 1731 |
| Karnataka | 224 | 101 | 386 | 136 | 567 | 1414 |
| Maharashtra | 117 | 96 | 291 | 95 | 452 | 1051 |
| West Bengal | 236 | 49 | 224 | 83 | 354 | 946 |
| Gujarat | 50 | 103 | 194 | 63 | 288 | 698 |
| Tamil Nadu | 137 | 5 | 213 | 58 | 262 | 675 |
| Madhya Pradesh | 91 | 114 | 98 | 49 | 218 | 570 |
| Bihar | 89 | 1 | 146 | 42 | 213 | 491 |
| Punjab | 150 | 0 | 106 | 40 | 185 | 481 |
| Delhi (UT) | 65 | 35 | 123 | 36 | 156 | 415 |
| Rajasthan | 67 | 53 | 84 | 35 | 153 | 392 |
| Andhra Pradesh | 33 | 11 | 53 | 14 | 75 | 186 |
Eligibility Details
- Qualification as on 21/08/2026: A degree in any subject from a recognised university. A valid marksheet or degree certificate was required during registration.
- Computer skills: A computer operations certificate, diploma or degree is required. Studying Computer or IT in school or college also meets this condition.
- State language: Candidates need reading, writing, speaking and understanding skills in the local language of their chosen State or UT.
Important Links
| Download Preliminary Admit Card | Click Here |
| Form Correction | Click Here |
| Form Correction Notice | Click Here |
| Download Official Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Join Youtube Channel | Click Here |
| Join WhatsApp Channel | Click Here |
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| Instagram Join | Click Here |
IBPS CSA / Clerk 2026: Selection Process & Exam Pattern
- Online Preliminary Examination
- Online Main Examination
- Local Language Proficiency Test, where required
Preliminary Examination
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| English Language | 30 | 30 | 20 minutes |
| Numerical Ability | 35 | 35 | 20 minutes |
| Reasoning Ability | 35 | 35 | 20 minutes |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 60 minutes |
IBPS sets a qualifying cut-off for every section. Candidates must meet these cut-offs to move to the Main Examination.
Main Examination
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| General / Financial Awareness | 40 | 50 | 20 minutes |
| General English | 40 | 40 | 35 minutes |
| Reasoning Ability | 40 | 60 | 35 minutes |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 40 | 50 | 35 minutes |
| Total | 160 | 200 | 125 minutes |
- Wrong answers attract a penalty of 0.25 marks in both examinations.
- Only Main Examination marks are used to prepare the final merit list.
Local Language Proficiency Test
Shortlisted candidates must show proficiency in the local language of their chosen State or UT. Those who studied it in Class 10 or above can claim exemption by submitting proof. Candidates who do not pass the required language test cannot be selected.
How to Download IBPS CSA / Clerk Admit Card 2026
- Select the Preliminary Admit Card link in this post.
- Complete the login using the details requested by IBPS.
- Open your call letter and check the details shown.
- Save the admit card and take a printout.
- Read the reporting time, venue and examination instructions.
IBPS CSA / Clerk Admit Card 2026: FAQs
Is the IBPS CSA / Clerk Pre Exam Admit Card 2026 available?
Yes, the preliminary call letter became available on 01/10/2026. Candidates who completed registration can get it online using the download link. Save a copy and check that your personal and examination details are correct.
When is the IBPS CSA / Clerk Pre Exam 2026?
The preliminary examination is scheduled for 11/10/2026. Your call letter contains the venue and reporting instructions for your examination. Read these details in advance so you can make travel arrangements and reach the centre on time.
Where is the download link for IBPS CSA / Clerk Admit Card 2026?
Use the first row of the Important Links table to open the IBPS call letter page. Enter the details requested on that page to access your admit card. Download it and keep a copy for the examination.
Who was eligible for IBPS CSA / Clerk Recruitment 2026?
Graduates in any discipline from a recognised university were eligible, subject to the other conditions. Computer knowledge and proficiency in the chosen State or UT language were also required. The qualification cut-off date was 21/08/2026.
What is the age limit for IBPS CSA / Clerk Recruitment 2026?
The basic age range is 20 to 28 years, calculated as on 01/08/2026. Eligible reserved categories receive relaxation under the recruitment rules. The maximum-age table in this post shows the limits after adding the stated relaxation.
How is final merit decided in IBPS CSA / Clerk Recruitment 2026?
Final merit is prepared from Main Examination marks. Candidates first need to qualify in the preliminary examination to reach that stage. The local language condition also applies, with a test for candidates who cannot claim the stated exemption.