The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has released the official IBPS Clerk 2025 notification on 31st July 2025. This year, IBPS has changed the name of the clerk post to Customer Service Associate (CSA). The exam is called CRP-CSA XV and will be conducted to recruit 10,277 clerks in 11 public sector banks.
This exam is one of the most popular bank recruitment tests in India and gives thousands of fresh graduates a chance to start a career in banking.
Important Dates for IBPS Clerk 2025
- Application Start Date: 1st August 2025
- Last Date to Apply: 21st August 2025
- Prelims Exam: 4th, 5th, 11th October 2025
- Mains Exam: 29th November 2025
- Provisional Allotment: March 2026
Tip: Do not wait for the last day. Apply early to avoid server issues.
Vacancy Details
This year, there are 10,277 vacancies for IBPS Clerk 2025. Uttar Pradesh has the highest vacancies (1,315) followed by Karnataka and Maharashtra.
Vacancy in last few years:
- 2024: 11,826
- 2023: 4,545
- 2022: 6,035
It shows that IBPS Clerk continues to be a big job opportunity every year.
Eligibility Criteria
- Age Limit: 20 to 28 years (as on 1st August 2025). Age relaxation is available for SC, ST, OBC, PwD, Ex-Servicemen, widows and divorced women.
- Education: Graduation in any stream from a recognised university.
- Computer Knowledge: You must have basic computer knowledge. Either you should have a certificate/diploma/degree in computers or you should have studied it in school or college.
- Language: You should know the local language of the state you are applying for.
Application Fee
- SC/ST/PwD: ₹175
- General/OBC: ₹850
The fee can be paid only through online mode.
Participating Banks
A total of 11 banks are taking part in IBPS Clerk 2025, including:
Bank of Baroda, Punjab National Bank, Union Bank of India, Canara Bank, Bank of India, Bank of Maharashtra, Indian Bank, UCO Bank, Indian Overseas Bank, Punjab & Sind Bank, and Central Bank of India.
Exam Pattern
The exam will be conducted in two stages – Prelims and Mains. There will be no interview.
Prelims Exam
- English – 30 Questions (30 Marks) – 20 Minutes
- Numerical Ability – 35 Questions (35 Marks) – 20 Minutes
- Reasoning – 35 Questions (35 Marks) – 20 Minutes
Total: 100 Marks | 1 Hour
Mains Exam (New Pattern 2025)
- Reasoning & Computer Aptitude – 40 Questions (60 Marks) – 35 Minutes
- English – 40 Questions (40 Marks) – 35 Minutes
- Quantitative Aptitude – 35 Questions (50 Marks) – 30 Minutes
- General/Financial Awareness – 40 Questions (50 Marks) – 20 Minutes
Total: 200 Marks | 120 Minutes
👉 Note: There is negative marking. For every wrong answer, 0.25 marks will be cut.
Salary of IBPS Clerk 2025
The starting basic pay is ₹24,050. With allowances like DA, HRA, transport and medical benefits, the in-hand salary comes to around ₹40,000–₹42,000 per month.
How to Apply
- Go to www.ibps.in
- Click on “CRP Clerk 2025 Apply Online”
- Register with your email ID and mobile number
- Upload your photo, signature and handwritten declaration
- Pay the exam fee online
- Submit the form and keep a printout
Final Words
The IBPS Clerk 2025 exam is a great chance for young graduates to get a secure job in banking. With more than 10,000 vacancies, the competition will be tough but the opportunity is big.
The last date to apply is 21st August 2025, so don’t delay. Fill your form on time and start preparing for Prelims and Mains without wasting any more days.
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