Short Detail:
The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has issued the CRP CSA-XVI Clerk Preliminary Exam Admit Card 2026. The call letter was released on 01/10/2026 for the examination on 11/10/2026. Registered applicants can access it through the download link below. There are 11,403 Customer Service Associate posts in this vacancy. Before travelling, read your call letter for the allotted centre and reporting time. Follow the exam instructions printed on it.
Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS)
IBPS CRP CSA-XVI Customer Service Associate / Clerk Pre Exam Admit Card 2026 Out
Advt No.: CRP CSA-XVI
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | 01/08/2026 |
| Last Date To Apply | 21/08/2026 |
| Last Date Of Fee Payment | 21/08/2026 |
| Form Correction Windows | 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
| Category | Applicaton Fees |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹850/- |
| SC / ST / PwBD / ESM / DESM | ₹175/- |
Note: Applicants can make the payment of application fees using Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI services.
IBPS Customer Service Associate (CSA) Vacancy 2026 Age Limit
Age As On Date: 01/08/2026
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 20 Years |
| Maximum Age | 28 Years |
| Remarks | Age relaxation applicable for reserved category as per CRP CSA-XVI 2026 rules. |
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation In Upper Age |
|---|---|
| SC / ST | 5 Years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 Years |
| PwBD | 10 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen / Disabled Ex-Servicemen | Service Period + 3 Years (8 Years for SC/ST DESM), Max 50 Years |
| Widow / Divorced / Legally Separated Women | Gen/EWS: 35 Years; OBC: 38 Years; SC/ST: 40 Years |
Customer Service Associate (CSA) Vacancy 2026
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
| Criteria | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Education (as on 21/08/2026) | Graduation in any stream from a university recognized by the Government of India, along with a valid marksheet/certificate |
| Computer Knowledge | Mandatory — a certificate, diploma or degree in computer operation, or Computer/IT studied as a subject in school or college |
| Local Language | Ability to read, write, speak and understand the local language of the applied State/UT |
Important Links
| Download Pre Exam Admit Card | Click Here |
| Form Correction | Click Here |
| Form Correction Notice | Click Here |
| Download Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
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IBPS Clerk 2026: Selection Procedure & Exam Pattern
Candidates will be shortlisted through a two-tier online examination, followed by a mandatory language test, as summarised below.
Stage 1: Preliminary Exam
| Section | No. of Questions | Max Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| English Language | 30 | 30 | 20 Minutes |
| Numerical Ability | 35 | 35 | 20 Minutes |
| Reasoning Ability | 35 | 35 | 20 Minutes |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 60 Minutes |
Stage 2: Main Exam
| Section | No. of Questions | Max Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Marking Rules
| Rule | Detail |
|---|---|
| Negative Marking | 0.25 marks deducted for every wrong answer in both stages |
| Final Merit | Based only on marks scored in the Main Exam |
Stage 3: Local Language Test
Candidates shortlisted after the Main Exam must clear a proficiency test in the local language of their applied State/UT. Those who studied that language up to Class 10 or higher and submit valid proof are exempted from this test; failing it leads to disqualification from the selection process.
IBPS CSA-XVI Clerk Admit Card 2026: Important Questions & Answers
Has IBPS released the CSA-XVI Clerk Admit Card 2026?
The preliminary exam admit card is out from 01/10/2026. Applicants who registered for this vacancy can download their call letter online. After downloading it, check the candidate details and read the instructions for attending the examination.
What is the IBPS CSA-XVI Clerk Preliminary Exam Date 2026?
The preliminary examination will take place on 11/10/2026. Candidates should refer to their call letter for the allotted venue and reporting time. Keep these details ready before the exam and follow the instructions given on the admit card.
How do I get the IBPS CSA-XVI Clerk Admit Card 2026?
Click the Download Pre Exam Admit Card link at the top of Important Links. The IBPS login page will open. Provide the details requested there to access the call letter, then download it and keep a printed copy.
How many posts are in IBPS CSA-XVI Clerk Vacancy 2026?
This vacancy has 11,403 Customer Service Associate posts. The State and UT table in this post shows the supplied category-wise distribution. Candidates applied for a particular State or UT during the online registration period.
What is the IBPS CSA-XVI Clerk Pre Exam Pattern 2026?
There are three sections: English Language, Numerical Ability and Reasoning Ability. The paper has 100 questions worth 100 marks. Each section gets 20 minutes, so the full examination lasts 60 minutes. Wrong answers attract the stated negative marking.
Which marks count for IBPS CSA-XVI Clerk Final Merit 2026?
The final merit list uses marks from the Main Examination only. Clearing the preliminary stage is necessary to qualify for the Main Exam. Shortlisted candidates also need to fulfil the local language condition, including the test when no exemption applies.
