IBPS Clerk online application has started from today, and many people have started filling out the application form. Applicants often take note of the eligibility criteria, the type of documents that are accepted, and their format, size, etc., along with all these details, information about the application fee is also important. In this article, we have covered in detail the IBPS Clerk Fees for males, Ex-service, and Females. We have also given information regarding the mode of payment of application fees, so that the candidate can prepare accordingly.
IBPS Clerk Fees
As per the official notification, the IBPS Clerk fees are structured differently for different categories of persons. The online payment can be done from 01st of August to 21st of August. But we suggest not waiting for the last day, as there can be server issues due to huge traffic on the official website. The details for different categories are given below-
IBPS Clerk Fees for Male
The IBPS Clerk fees for male candidates are Rs. 850/-(inclusive of GST) for the General/OBC category male, and if you belong to the SC/ST/PwBD category, then it is Rs. 175/-(inclusive of GST). In the table given below, it is mentioned clearly.
| IBPS Clerk Fees | Amount |
| Male (SC/ST/PwBD) | Rs. 175/-(inclusive of GST) |
| Male(General/OBC) | Rs. 850/-(inclusive of GST) |
IBPS Clerk Application Fees for Ex-Service
Before heading to the fee structure, first understand the definition of Ex-Servicemen according to IBPS official notification-
- Ex-Servicemen (ESM): Only those candidates shall be treated as Ex-servicemen who fulfil the revised definition as laid down in the Government of India, Ministry of Home Affairs, Department of Personnel & Administrative Reforms Notification No. 36034/5/85 Estt. (SCT) dated 27.10.1986 as amended from time to time.
- Disabled Ex-Servicemen (DESM): Ex-servicemen who, while serving in the Armed Forces of the Union, were disabled in operations against the enemy or in disturbed areas.
- Dependents of Servicemen Killed in Action: Servicemen killed in the following operations would be deemed to have been killed in action attributable to military service
- War
- War-like operations or Border skirmishes, either with Pakistan on the ceasefire line or any other country
- Fighting against armed hostilities in a counterinsurgency environment, viz, Nagaland, Mizoram, etc.
- Serving with a peacekeeping mission abroad
- Laying or clearance of mines, including enemy mines, as well as mine sweeping operations between one month before and three months after the conclusion of an operation
- Frost bite during actual operations or the period specified by the Government (g), dealing with agitating paramilitary forces personnel
- IPKF Personnel killed during the operations in Sri Lanka. To avail the concession of reservation for Dependents of Servicemen killed in action the member of the family would include his widow, son, daughter or his near relations Go to Index 10 who agree to support his family and an affidavit stating that the relaxation is availed by one dependent of Ex-Servicemen or not availed by any Dependent of Servicemen killed in action will have to be submitted at the time of joining.
The relaxation in the upper age limit and educational qualifications is not available to Dependents of Servicemen killed in action.
If you’re someone who belongs to or satisfies the above criteria, then the application fees for Ex-Servicemen and dependents of Ex-Servicemen are Rs. 175/- (inclusive of GST). In the table given below, we have mentioned the complete details for better understanding.
| Category | Definition | Eligibility Criteria | Benefits | Conditions/Notes |
| Ex-Servicemen (ESM) | Candidates fulfilling the revised definition as per the Govt. of India Notification No. 36034/5/85 Estt. (SCT) dated 27.10.1986 (as amended). | Retired/Released personnel from the Armed Forces | ₹175 application Reservation in posts (Age relaxation) | Must provide a discharge certificate. |
| Disabled Ex-Servicemen (DESM) | Ex-servicemen disabled during operations against the enemy or in disturbed areas. | ESM injured during military service in combat zones | ₹175 application fee, Reservation (Age relaxation) | Proof of disability due to military operations must be submitted. |
| Dependents of Servicemen Killed in Action | Family members of servicemen killed in action in specific military operations (e.g., war, border skirmishes, peacekeeping, counterinsurgency, mine clearance, etc.). | Widow, son, daughter or close relative agreeing to support the family | ₹175 application fee only | No age or educational qualification relaxation. An affidavit must be submitted stating that the relaxation is availed by only one dependent. |
(a) War
(b) War-like ops/border skirmishes
(c)Counterinsurgency (Nagaland, Mizoram, etc.)
(d) Peacekeeping abroad
(e) Mine clearance
(f) Frostbite during ops
(g) Dealing with agitating paramilitary
(h) IPKF operations in Sri Lanka
IBPS Clerk Application Fees for Females
IBPS Clerk Application Fees for Females are Rs. 850 /- (inclusive of GST) if you are someone who belongs to the General/OBC category. But if you are someone who is from SC/ST/PwBD, then it is Rs. 175/- (inclusive of GST).
| IBPS Clerk Fees | Amount |
| Female (SC/ST/PwBD) | Rs. 175/-(inclusive of GST) |
| Female(General/OBC) | Rs. 850/-(inclusive of GST) |
Mode of Payment
The mode of payment for paying the fees for IBPS Clerk application form is online mode via netbanking or by using Debit/Credit cards, or UPI. When using credit cards and debit cards, a minimal charge is applicable.
Conclusion
In this article, we have complete details regarding the IBPS Clerk Fees for males, ex-service, and females, and also given the mode of payment for all the categories, and also the dates between which you can make the payment of the fees for IBPS Clerk application. As the online application has started, and if you’re someone who is applying, then this is high time you should start preparing for the exam by giving mocks and also brush up on the basic concepts of important topics. To help you with practice and solidify your basics, we at PracticeMock provide mock test series along with PDF courses, video lectures. You can check out the link for the same.
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The maximum age limit for ex-servicemen is 50 years of age. Meanwhile, there are certain exceptions, as those who have already availed this exemption to secure a job higher than Group C and D in the government are not eligible for age relaxation in IBPS Clerk.
The IBPS Clerk online application fee for the general and OBC categories is Rs.850/- (including the GST)
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