IBPS CRP CSA-XV 2025 Notification Out: Apply Now for 10000+ Bank Clerk Vacancies – Eligibility, Dates, Exam Pattern

The IBPS CRP CSA-XV 2025 notification has announced a total of 10,277 vacancies for the post of Customer Service Associate (Clerical cadre) in 11 participating public sector banks across India.

The application window is open from August 1 to August 21, 2025, with the Preliminary and Main exams scheduled for October and November 2025, respectively. Major states with high vacancies include Uttar Pradesh (1,246), Maharashtra (1,170), Tamil Nadu (665), and West Bengal (540). Eligible graduates proficient in the local language of the state they apply for can register online at ibps.in.

IBPS CRP CSA-XV Recruitment 2025: Everything You Need to Know for 2026-27 Vacancies

The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has released the Common Recruitment Process (CRP) CSA-XV Notification for the recruitment of Customer Service Associates (CSA) in various participating public sector banks across India. This is a golden opportunity for aspirants seeking a secure and rewarding career in the banking sector.

CRP CSA-XV 2025: Important Dates

Stay updated with the timeline — knowing key dates can make or break your preparation strategy. From registration to final allotment, here’s a snapshot:

⏳ CTA: Bookmark this page or set reminders to avoid missing deadlines!

Participating Banks

Aspiring to work with India’s top public sector banks? This year’s CRP CSA-XV covers the following prestigious banks:

1. Bank of Baroda
2. Punjab National Bank
3. Union Bank of India
4. Indian Bank
5. Canara Bank
6. UCO Bank
7. Indian Overseas Bank
8. Bank of India
9. Central Bank of India
10. Bank of Maharashtra
11. Punjab & Sind Bank

Each bank offers attractive career growth, work-life balance, and retirement benefits.

🔗 CTA: Learn about each bank’s work culture and reviews before giving preference in your application.

Bank-wise Vacancy list for IBPS CRP CSA-XV 2025

State-wise Vacancy list for IBPS CRP CSA-XV 2025

Category-wise Vacancy list for IBPS CRP CSA-XV 2025

The IBPS CRP CSA-XV 2025 category-wise vacancy list:

IBPS CRP CSA-XV 2025 state-wise & category-wise vacancy list:-

🔹 Andaman & Nicobar

SC: 0 ST: 0 OBC: 2 EWS: 1 UR: 10 Total: 13

🔹 Andhra Pradesh

SC: 20 ST: 11 OBC: 55 EWS: 18 UR: 263 Total: 367

🔹 Arunachal Pradesh

SC: 0 ST: 1 OBC: 0 EWS: 0 UR: 21 Total: 22

🔹 Assam

SC: 14 ST: 21 OBC: 50 EWS: 15 UR: 104 Total: 204

🔹 Bihar

SC: 35 ST: 1 OBC: 63 EWS: 21 UR: 188 Total: 308

🔹 Chandigarh

SC: 9 ST: 0 OBC: 9 EWS: 4 UR: 41 Total: 63

🔹 Chhattisgarh

SC: 25 ST: 67 OBC: 6 EWS: 20 UR: 96 Total: 214

🔹 Dadra & Nagar Haveli & Daman Diu

SC: 0 ST: 0 OBC: 6 EWS: 2 UR: 27 Total: 35

🔹 Delhi

SC: 36 ST: 19 OBC: 87 EWS: 25 UR: 249 Total: 416

🔹 Goa

SC: 0 ST: 3 OBC: 10 EWS: 6 UR: 68 Total: 87

🔹 Gujarat

SC: 15 ST: 33 OBC: 123 EWS: 60 UR: 522 Total: 753

🔹 Haryana

SC: 29 ST: 0 OBC: 38 EWS: 14 UR: 63 Total: 144

🔹 Himachal Pradesh

SC: 30 ST: 5 OBC: 20 EWS: 10 UR: 49 Total: 114

🔹 Jammu & Kashmir

SC: 4 ST: 5 OBC: 13 EWS: 6 UR: 33 Total: 61

🔹 Jharkhand

SC: 7 ST: 18 OBC: 8 EWS: 10 UR: 63 Total: 106

🔹 Karnataka

SC: 79 ST: 39 OBC: 232 EWS: 87 UR: 733 Total: 1170

🔹 Kerala

SC: 21 ST: 2 OBC: 89 EWS: 25 UR: 193 Total: 330

🔹 Ladakh

SC: 0 ST: 0 OBC: 1 EWS: 0 UR: 4 Total: 5

🔹 Lakshadweep

SC: 0 ST: 1 OBC: 0 EWS: 0 UR: 6 Total: 7

🔹 Madhya Pradesh

SC: 84 ST: 113 OBC: 55 EWS: 50 UR: 299 Total: 601

🔹 Maharashtra

SC: 60 ST: 50 OBC: 198 EWS: 94 UR: 715 Total: 1117

🔹 Manipur

SC: 0 ST: 4 OBC: 1 EWS: 1 UR: 25 Total: 31

🔹 Meghalaya

SC: 0 ST: 2 OBC: 0 EWS: 1 UR: 15 Total: 18

🔹 Mizoram

SC: 0 ST: 1 OBC: 0 EWS: 0 UR: 27 Total: 28

🔹 Nagaland

SC: 0 ST: 1 OBC: 0 EWS: 0 UR: 26 Total: 27

🔹 Odisha

SC: 16 ST: 21 OBC: 13 EWS: 21 UR: 178 Total: 249

🔹 Puducherry

SC: 1 ST: 0 OBC: 5 EWS: 1 UR: 12 Total: 19

🔹 Punjab

SC: 124 ST: 0 OBC: 61 EWS: 24 UR: 67 Total: 276

🔹 Rajasthan

SC: 45 ST: 34 OBC: 40 EWS: 20 UR: 189 Total: 328

🔹 Sikkim

SC: 0 ST: 2 OBC: 2 EWS: 1 UR: 15 Total: 20

🔹 Tamil Nadu

SC: 143 ST: 6 OBC: 207 EWS: 83 UR: 455 Total: 894

🔹 Telangana

SC: 18 ST: 11 OBC: 41 EWS: 18 UR: 173 Total: 261

🔹 Tripura

SC: 5 ST: 10 OBC: 0 EWS: 2 UR: 15 Total: 32

🔹 Uttar Pradesh

SC: 267 ST: 11 OBC: 328 EWS: 122 UR: 587 Total: 1315

🔹 Uttarakhand

SC: 16 ST: 3 OBC: 12 EWS: 7 UR: 64 Total: 102

🔹 West Bengal

SC: 117 ST: 23 OBC: 115 EWS: 50 UR: 235 Total: 540

Eligibility Criteria

Before applying, make sure you tick all the eligibility boxes — nationality, age, educational qualification, and more.

👤 Nationality: You must be:

• A citizen of India, or
• A subject of Nepal/Bhutan, or
• A Tibetan refugee (arrived before 1 Jan 1962), or
• An Indian-origin migrant from select countries (e.g., Pakistan, Sri Lanka) with an eligibility certificate.

🎂 Age Limit (As on 01.08.2025):

• Minimum: 20 years
• Maximum: 28 years
  (Born between 02.08.1997 and 01.08.2005)

🎓 Educational Qualification: Graduation in any discipline from a recognized university. Must possess computer literacy — either via certification or academic study.

📣 CTA: Not sure about your CGPA-to-percentage conversion? Refer to your university’s guidelines and get the certificate before applying.

Application Fees

Application fees vary by category and are payable online only.

💡 CTA: Complete the fee payment before the deadline to avoid technical delays.

Exam Pattern & Selection Process

IBPS uses a two-tier online examination system followed by language proficiency tests and document verification.

1️⃣ Preliminary Exam:

Duration: 60 minutes
Sections: English, Numerical Ability, Reasoning
Total Marks: 100

2️⃣ Main Exam:

Duration: 120 minutes
Sections: General English, Financial Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning
Total Marks: 200

Both exams will have sectional timings. Only marks in the Main Exam will be considered for merit ranking.

🔍 CTA: Focus on accuracy — wrong answers will attract 0.25 negative marking.

Local Language Proficiency Test (LLPT)

Candidates must demonstrate reading, writing, speaking, and understanding proficiency in the local language of the state/UT they apply for.

📜 Exemption: If you studied the language till Class 10 or above and can produce proof, you’re exempt from the test.

📝 CTA: Choose your exam state wisely — language test is mandatory before joining.

How to Apply: Step-by-Step Process

Applications can be submitted online only at www.ibps.in. Here’s how:

1. Visit the IBPS site > CRP CSA XV > Click “Apply Online”
2. Register and get your provisional ID and password
3. Upload documents:
   • Photo & Signature
   • Left thumb impression
   • Handwritten declaration
   • SSC/10th certificate for language proof
4. Fill out academic & personal details carefully
5. Pay the application fee
6. Submit and download the final application

✍️ Pro Tip: Use the “Save & Next” option and double-check all fields before submission.

Common Recruitment Process For Recruitment of Customer Service Associate in Participating Banks (CRP CSA-XV)

Provisional Allotment & Final Selection

After the Main exam results and local language test:

• IBPS will allot banks based on merit-cum-preference
• A reserve list (up to 30% of vacancies) will be maintained
• Final joining depends on document verification and medical fitness

🏁 CTA: Remember — Provisional allotment is not an offer of employment. Final decision rests with the allotted bank.

Special Notes for Reserved Categories

IBPS provides inclusive opportunities to:

• Ex-Servicemen (ESM)
• Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD)
• Economically Weaker Sections (EWS)

Ensure that certificates are in prescribed formats and dated appropriately (after April 2025, for OBC-NCL for example).

📥 Download formats directly from IBPS official website.

IBPS Clerk (Customer Service Associate) salary structure for 2025

💼 IBPS Clerk Salary Structure (After 11th Bipartite Settlement)

📈 Annual Increment Structure

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FAQs on IBPS CRP CSA-XV Recruitment 2025

What is IBPS CRP CSA-XV 2025?
It is the 15th edition of the Common Recruitment Process conducted by IBPS for the post of Customer Service Associate (Clerical cadre) in public sector banks for 2026–27 vacancies.

How many vacancies are announced under IBPS CRP CSA-XV 2025?
A total of 10,277 vacancies have been announced across various states and union territories in India.

When can I apply for IBPS CRP CSA-XV 2025?
You can apply online from August 1 to August 21, 2025.

What is the age limit for IBPS Clerk 2025?
Candidates must be between 20 to 28 years as of August 1, 2025, with applicable age relaxations for reserved categories.

What is the educational qualification required?
A bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized university is required as of August 21, 2025.

Is computer knowledge necessary for IBPS Clerk?
Yes, candidates must have basic knowledge of computer operations, either through a certificate, diploma, or as a subject in school/college.

Can final-year students apply for IBPS Clerk 2025?
No, only candidates who have completed graduation and have their degree/mark sheet by August 21, 2025, are eligible.

What is the exam pattern for IBPS Clerk 2025?
The exam consists of two stages: Preliminary (100 marks) and Main (200 marks), both conducted online with objective-type questions.

Is there any negative marking in the exam?
Yes, 0.25 marks will be deducted for each wrong answer in both Preliminary and Main exams.

Which banks are participating in CRP CSA-XV 2025?
Participating banks include Bank of Baroda, PNB, Union Bank, Indian Bank, Canara Bank, UCO Bank, Indian Overseas Bank, and others.

Can I apply for more than one state?
No, candidates can apply for vacancies in only one state/UT.

Do I need to know the local language of the state I apply for?
Yes, you must be proficient in reading, writing, speaking, and understanding the local language of the state/UT.

Is there a local language test?
Yes, a Local Language Proficiency Test (LLPT) will be conducted for those who do not have proof of studying the language in school.

What are the fees for applying to IBPS Clerk 2025?
The application fee is ₹175 for SC/ST/PwBD/ESM and ₹850 for all other candidates.

Where can I apply for the IBPS CRP CSA-XV exam?
You can apply online at the official IBPS website: www.ibps.in.

When will the Preliminary exam be held?
The IBPS Clerk 2025 Preliminary exam will be held in October 2025.

When is the Main exam scheduled?
The Main exam is tentatively scheduled for November 2025.

What is the selection process for IBPS Clerk?
Selection is based on Preliminary and Main exams, followed by document verification and a local language test if applicable.

Will there be an interview for IBPS Clerk?
No, there is no interview for clerical cadre posts.

Can I edit my application form after submission?
You can make corrections during the ‘Edit Window’ period, which will be announced on the IBPS website after registration closes.

Is Aadhaar mandatory for IBPS Clerk exam?
While not mandatory, candidates are advised to have a valid Aadhaar card, which may be used for verification.

What is the salary of an IBPS Clerk?
The basic pay starts at ₹24,050 and increases with annual increments, plus DA, HRA, and other allowances as per bank norms.

Will I be posted anywhere in India?
No, postings are generally done within the state/UT you apply for.

Is there any pre-exam training for SC/ST/OBC candidates?
Yes, pre-exam training may be arranged online for SC/ST/OBC/Minority/Ex-servicemen/PwBD candidates who opt for it during registration.

How is the merit list prepared?
Only the marks obtained in the Main exam are considered for merit and provisional allotment.

What is provisional allotment?
It is the temporary placement of a candidate in a bank based on merit, preference, and vacancy availability.

Can I change my bank or state preference after application?
No, preferences once submitted cannot be changed after the final submission or edit window closure.

Is reservation applicable in IBPS Clerk recruitment?
Yes, reservation is applicable for SC, ST, OBC, EWS, PwBD, and Ex-Servicemen categories as per government guidelines.

How many times can I appear for IBPS Clerk exam?
There is no limit on the number of attempts, provided you meet the eligibility criteria.

What is the cut-off for IBPS Clerk exam?
Cut-offs vary by state and category and are announced with results. Candidates must clear sectional and overall cut-offs.

What documents are required during document verification?
You must present ID proof, mark sheets, graduation certificate, category certificate (if applicable), and proof of local language proficiency.

Will there be biometric verification?
Yes, biometric and photo verification may be done during the selection process to prevent impersonation.

What is the validity of the IBPS CRP CSA-XV score?
The validity is one year from the date of provisional allotment or until a new CRP is announced.

Can I withdraw my application after submitting it?
No, once submitted, the application fee is non-refundable and the form cannot be withdrawn.

What happens if I fail the local language test?
If you do not qualify the local language test and lack valid exemption proof, you will be disqualified from the selection process.

Will there be a reserve list?
Yes, a reserve list (up to 30% of total vacancies) may be maintained and used if more vacancies arise later.

Is credit history checked for IBPS Clerk?
Yes, candidates must maintain a healthy credit history with no negative CIBIL remarks at the time of joining.

Can I choose the exam center?
Yes, but final allotment of centers is at IBPS’s discretion based on availability and feasibility.

What happens if I miss the exam?
No re-exam will be conducted for absentees, regardless of reason.

Can I change my exam center after submission?
No, once selected, the exam center cannot be changed.

Will rough sheets be provided during the exam?
Yes, rough sheets will be provided at the exam center and must be returned after use.

Do I need to bring a photograph to the exam center?
Yes, you must bring a recent passport-size photo matching the one uploaded in your application.