IBPS exam calendar for 2026-27 session released: Check schedule for PO, Clerk, SO, RRB, and other exams

The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has officially released the IBPS Exam Calendar for the 2026–27 recruitment cycle. This calendar gives tentative exam dates for all major IBPS bank exams, including Probationary Officer (PO), Clerk (Customer Service Associate), Specialist Officer (SO), and Regional Rural Banks (RRB) posts.

The release of the calendar is important for banking aspirants as it helps them plan their preparation well in advance. With exams starting from August 2026 and continuing till January 2027, candidates now have clarity on the exam timeline. The calendar includes dates for both preliminary and main examinations. All exams will be conducted online. Candidates should note that these dates are tentative and subject to change.

IBPS exam dates 2026–27

Below is the complete list of tentative IBPS exam dates for the 2026–27 recruitment cycle, arranged in a simple table for easy understanding.

Candidates can download the tentative exam calendar PDF released by IBPS by clicking here.

What’s next?

After checking the IBPS exam calendar, candidates should begin their preparation in an organised way. First, they should write down the exam dates they want to appear for and mark them on their own calendar.

This will help them manage time better. Next, candidates should clearly understand the exam pattern and syllabus for each exam.Candidates should not rely only on the calendar. It is important to read the official notification carefully once it is released. The notification will include final exam dates, application start and end dates, eligibility criteria, and exam centres. Understanding this difference helps candidates stay prepared and avoid confusion.