The official IBPS PO Mains 2026 exam is conducted on October 4, 2026, in a single shift. The official IBPS PO Mains shift timings 2026 are 2 PM to 5.10 PM. IBPS PO exam time duration for mains is 3 hours 10 Minutes.

IBPS PO Mains Exam Shift Timings 2026

• IBPS PO Mains Shift Timings - Report at 1 PM | Exam from 2 PM - 5.10 PM

The selection process for the IBPS PO will be conducted in three distinct stages: the prelims, mains, and interview. Candidates should carefully check their individual admit cards, which they have downloaded from the official website, for information on the venue, reporting time, handwriting sample time, and exam start time. Also, check the instructions carefully before appearing for the exam and carry the necessary documents without fail. Candidates should arrive at the exam venue at least 15 minutes before the reporting time mentioned on their admit card.

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IBPS PO Mains Shift Timings 2026

The IBPS PO mains examination is scheduled to be held on October 4, 2026, in a single shift. Candidates can check the IBPS PO official mains shift timings 2026 from the table below.

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IBPS PO Mains Exam Timings 2026

Here are the IBPS PO Mains exam timings for 2026.

• The IBPS PO Mains exam timings are 3 hours 10 minutes.
• The IBPS PO Mains exam consists of 4 sections: English Language (40 questions), Data Analysis & Interpretation (40 questions), Reasoning (40 questions), and General/ Economy/ Banking Awareness / Digital/ Financial Awareness, including RBI circulars (50 questions).
• There are separate IBPS PO mains exam timings for each section. Check the IBPS PO Mains timings for each section in the table given below.

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IBPS PO Negative Marking 2026: One-fourth or 0.25 of the marks assigned to that question will be deducted as a penalty for each wrong answer.

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IBPS PO Mains Exam Instructions

Check the important instructions related to the IBPS PO Mains Exam 2026 provided below.

• Prelims Admit Card
• Candidates need to bring their mains call letter with a photo pasted in the box specified.
• A photocopy of photo identity proof stapled with admit card, and the same photo ID in original with 1 additional photograph - THIS IS ESSENTIAL.

Valid ID Proofs

• PAN Card
• Passport
• Permanent Driving License
• Voter’s Card with photograph
• Bank Passbook with photograph
• Photo Identity proof issued by a Gazetted Officer or People’s Representative on official letterhead
• Valid recent Identity Card issued by a recognised College or University
• Aadhaar Card
• E-Aadhaar Card with a photograph
• Employee ID
• Bar Council Identity card with photograph

ID Proof - Not Valid

• Ration Card
• Learner’s Driving License

Candidates reporting without one photograph pasted on the Call Letter and one additional photograph will not be allowed to appear for the examination.

FAQs

Q. When will the IBPS PO Mains 2026 exam be held?

The IBPS PO mains examination will be conducted on October 4, 2026, for candidates who have successfully cleared the prelims stage.

Q: What is the total duration of the IBPS PO mains exam 2026?

The time duration for the IBPS PO mains exam 2026 is 3 hours 10 minutes.

Q. When will the IBPS PO prelims 2026 exam be held?

The IBPS PO prelims examination will be conducted on 22 and 23 August 2026 for candidates who have successfully cleared the prelims stage.

Q: What is the total duration of the IBPS PO Prelims exam 2026?

The time duration for the IBPS PO Prelims exam 2026 is 60 minutes.

Q: What time should I report to the exam centre?

Always arrive at least 15 minutes before the reporting time mentioned on your admit card. This helps you complete formalities without last-minute stress.

Q: Is there a handwriting sample session during the exam?

Yes. Candidates will be asked to write a handwriting sample, typically before the exam starts. Follow the invigilator’s instructions carefully.

Q: Will the prelims exam be conducted in multiple shifts?

No, depending on the number of candidates, IBPS conducts the prelims exam in multiple shifts.