To be eligible for the IBPS PO (Institute of Banking Personnel Selection Probationary Officer) exam, candidates need to fulfill certain criteria. Here's a general outline of the eligibility requirements:

  1. Nationality:

    • The candidate must be a citizen of India.
    • Or a subject of Nepal or Bhutan.
    • Or a Tibetan Refugee who came to India before January 1, 1962, with the intention of permanently settling in India.
    • Or a person of Indian origin who has migrated from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, East African countries of Kenya, Uganda, the United Republic of Tanzania, Zambia, Malawi, Zaire, Ethiopia, and Vietnam with the intention of permanently settling in India.

  2. Age Limit:

    • The candidate's age should be between 20 and 30 years.
    • There are relaxation rules for certain categories like SC, ST, OBC, ex-servicemen, etc. as per government regulations.

  3. Educational Qualification:

    • Candidates should possess a bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognized university or institution.
    • Proficiency in computers and knowledge of the local language may be required, depending on the bank's requirements.

  4. IBPS PO Exam Attempts:

    • There is a restriction on the number of attempts a candidate can make for the IBPS PO exam. This varies based on the category of the candidate:
      • For General Category: 4 attempts maximum.
      • For OBC Category: 7 attempts maximum.
      • For SC/ST/PWD categories: No such restrictions.

  5. Other Requirements:

    • Candidates should not have any criminal record or pending criminal cases.
    • They should be in good physical and mental health.