Get complete details on how to apply for IBPS 2025 (RRB, PO, Clerk & SO) exams including online form process, application fee, document upload, and reservation policy.
The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has released its exam calendar for 2025, covering various banking exams including IBPS PO, Clerk, RRB, and SO. If you’re planning to apply, understanding the IBPS 2025 application process and reservation details is crucial to ensure your application is successfully submitted and evaluated.
How to Apply for IBPS 2025: Step-by-Step Guide
1. Visit the Official Website
Navigate to the IBPS official website: www.ibps.in
2. Choose Your Exam
Click on the relevant CRP link for PO/MT, Clerk, RRB, or Specialist Officer based on your interest.
3. New Registration
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Click on “New Registration”
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Fill in your basic details (name, email, mobile number)
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Receive provisional registration number and password
4. Upload Required Documents
Make sure the documents meet the official specifications:
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Photograph: 20–50 KB, 200×230 px
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Signature: 10–20 KB, 140×60 px
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Left Thumb Impression: 20–50 KB
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Handwritten Declaration: 50–100 KB
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Education/Category Certificates: Max 500 KB in PDF
5. Fill Application Form
Provide your personal info, academic qualifications, exam preferences, and category details.
6. Application Fee Payment
Use a credit/debit card, UPI, or net banking:
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SC/ST/PwBD: ₹175
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General/OBC/EWS: ₹850
7. Submit and Print
Review your details and confirm the submission. Download/print the confirmation page and fee receipt.
Post Reservation Policy of IBPS 2025
IBPS follows the Government of India’s reservation rules for all recruitment exams. Here’s an overview:
Categories Eligible for Reservation:
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SC (Scheduled Caste)
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ST (Scheduled Tribe)
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OBC (Other Backward Classes – Non-Creamy Layer)
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EWS (Economically Weaker Sections)
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PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disabilities)
PwBD Categories Covered:
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Visual Impairment (VI)
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Hearing Impairment (HI)
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Locomotor Disability (LD)
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Intellectual Disability (ID)
Note: Candidates claiming reservation must upload valid and updated caste/disability certificates.
Reserve List Explained
IBPS 2025 maintains a Reserve List (waitlist) to fill additional vacancies that may arise after final selection.
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It is generally valid for up to one year from the date of provisional allotment.
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Reserve list candidates are considered only if selected candidates do not join or more vacancies are reported by banks.
Applying for exams can be a straightforward process if you’re prepared with the right information. Stay updated through www.ibps.in for official notifications. Following this step-by-step guide will help you confidently apply for IBPS 2025 exams and understand the reservation system that could impact your selection.