{"id":196070,"date":"2026-10-13T12:39:42","date_gmt":"2026-10-13T07:09:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.practicemock.com\/blog\/?p=196070"},"modified":"2026-10-13T12:39:44","modified_gmt":"2026-10-13T07:09:44","slug":"upcoming-bank-exams-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.practicemock.com\/blog\/upcoming-bank-exams-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"Upcoming Bank Exams 2026 and Banking Exam Calendar, Check Full List of Govt Banking Jobs"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

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The Upcoming Bank Exams 2026 include IBPS SO Mains, IBPS RRB PO, IBPS RRB Clerk, IBPS Clerk Mains, and SBI Clerk Mains. These banking exams are conducted by organizations such as the Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) and State Bank of India (SBI) to recruit candidates for clerical, officer, and specialist positions in India.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As of October 13, 2026, the next major scheduled banking examination is IBPS SO Mains on November 1, 2026, followed by IBPS RRB PO Prelims on November 21 and 22, 2026. Candidates preparing for government banking jobs can check the complete Bank Exam Calendar 2026, upcoming examination dates, recruitment details, eligibility, syllabus, and preparation tips below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Upcoming Bank Exams 2026<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Several major government banking examinations are scheduled between November 2026 and January 2027. The upcoming recruitment examinations include IBPS Specialist Officer, IBPS RRB Officer Scale I, IBPS RRB Office Assistant, and IBPS Clerk Mains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The table below provides the upcoming bank examination dates based on the supplied IBPS calendar information and existing recruitment schedules.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Upcoming Government Bank Exams 2026: Exam Dates<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Upcoming Bank Exams 2026<\/strong><\/td>Exam Stage<\/strong><\/td>Exam Date<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
IBPS SO 2026<\/td>Mains<\/td>November 1, 2026<\/td><\/tr>
IBPS RRB PO 2026<\/td>Prelims<\/td>November 21 & 22, 2026<\/td><\/tr>
SBI Clerk 2026<\/td>Mains<\/td>November 23, 2026 (Tentative)<\/td><\/tr>
IBPS RRB Clerk 2026<\/td>Prelims<\/td>December 6, 12 & 13, 2026<\/td><\/tr>
IBPS RRB PO 2026<\/td>Mains<\/td>December 20, 2026<\/td><\/tr>
IBPS RRB Officer Scale II & III<\/td>Single Examination<\/td>December 20, 2026<\/td><\/tr>
IBPS Clerk\/CSA 2026<\/td>Mains<\/td>December 27, 2026<\/td><\/tr>
IBPS RRB Clerk 2026<\/td>Mains<\/td>January 30, 2027<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Important: The IBPS dates above follow the calendar supplied for this update. SBI Clerk Mains remains tentative. Candidates should verify the latest notices on the official IBPS website<\/a> and SBI Careers<\/a> before making examination plans.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bank Exam Calendar 2026: Complete List of Banking Exams in India<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Candidates planning to appear for multiple banking examinations should understand which examinations have already been conducted and which are still upcoming.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The following table covers the major banking examination dates for the 2026 recruitment cycle, including examinations scheduled in early 2027.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Banking Exam 2026<\/strong><\/td>Prelims Exam Date<\/strong><\/td>Mains Exam Date<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
SBI PO 2026<\/td>August 1 & 2, 2026<\/td>September 12, 2026<\/td><\/tr>
IBPS PO 2026<\/td>August 22 & 23, 2026<\/td>October 4, 2026<\/td><\/tr>
IBPS SO 2026<\/td>August 29, 2026<\/td>November 1, 2026<\/td><\/tr>
SBI Clerk 2026<\/td>September 26 & 27, 2026<\/td>November 23, 2026 (Tentative)<\/td><\/tr>
IBPS Clerk 2026<\/td>October 10 & 11, 2026<\/td>December 27, 2026<\/td><\/tr>
IBPS RRB PO 2026<\/td>November 21 & 22, 2026<\/td>December 20, 2026<\/td><\/tr>
IBPS RRB Clerk 2026<\/td>December 6, 12 & 13, 2026<\/td>January 30, 2027<\/td><\/tr>
IBPS RRB Officer Scale II & III<\/td>Not Applicable<\/td>December 20, 2026 (Single Exam)<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Preliminary examinations for SBI PO, IBPS PO, IBPS SO, SBI Clerk, and IBPS Clerk have already passed their scheduled dates as of October 13, 2026. Candidates who appeared for these examinations should follow the relevant result and Mains examination updates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which Bank Exams Are Upcoming in 2026?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The major upcoming banking examinations in the remaining months of 2026 are IBPS SO Mains, IBPS RRB PO Prelims and Mains, IBPS RRB Clerk Prelims, IBPS Clerk Mains, and SBI Clerk Mains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here is the month-wise list of upcoming banking exams.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Upcoming Bank Exams in October 2026<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The IBPS PO Mains examination was scheduled for October 4, 2026, while IBPS Clerk Prelims was scheduled for October 10 and 11, 2026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As both examination dates have passed, candidates should now focus on the next stages of the recruitment process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

IBPS PO Mains 2026<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The IBPS PO Mains 2026 examination was scheduled for October 4, 2026. Candidates who appeared for the examination should regularly check the official IBPS website for result announcements and subsequent selection-stage updates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The IBPS PO selection process consists of Preliminary Examination, Main Examination, and Interview.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

IBPS Clerk Prelims 2026<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The IBPS Clerk Prelims 2026 examination was scheduled for October 10 and 11, 2026. Candidates who appeared for the Preliminary examination should now begin their Mains preparation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The IBPS Clerk Mains Exam 2026 is scheduled for December 27, 2026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Candidates should focus on General\/Financial Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning Ability, and English Language according to the latest Mains examination pattern.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Upcoming Bank Exams in November 2026<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

November 2026 includes three major banking examinations: IBPS SO Mains, IBPS RRB PO Prelims, and the tentatively scheduled SBI Clerk Mains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

IBPS SO Mains 2026<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The IBPS SO Mains 2026 examination is scheduled for November 1, 2026. Candidates who have qualified the Preliminary examination will appear for the Mains examination according to their respective specialist posts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The recruitment includes positions such as IT Officer, Agricultural Field Officer, Law Officer, Rajbhasha Adhikari, HR\/Personnel Officer, and Marketing Officer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Candidates should focus on Professional Knowledge related to their respective posts. Solving previous year questions and attempting post-specific mock tests can help improve preparation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

IBPS RRB PO Prelims 2026<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The IBPS RRB PO Prelims 2026 will be conducted on November 21 and 22, 2026. The examination is conducted for the recruitment of Officer Scale I in participating Regional Rural Banks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Preliminary examination consists of Reasoning Ability and Quantitative Aptitude.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Candidates preparing for IBPS RRB PO should focus on improving calculation speed, accuracy, and time management. Regular practice through sectional tests and full-length mock tests can help identify weak areas before the examination.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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SBI Clerk Mains 2026<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The SBI Clerk Mains 2026 examination is tentatively scheduled for November 23, 2026. The recruitment is conducted for the post of Junior Associate (Customer Support & Sales).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Candidates who qualify for the Preliminary examination should prepare for the Mains examination, which covers General\/Financial Awareness, General English, Quantitative Aptitude, and Reasoning Ability & Computer Aptitude.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Since the date is tentative, candidates should follow the official SBI Careers website for confirmation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Upcoming Bank Exams in December 2026<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

December 2026 is an important month for candidates preparing for IBPS RRB and IBPS Clerk examinations. Multiple Preliminary, Main, and Single Examinations are scheduled during this month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

IBPS RRB Clerk Prelims 2026<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The IBPS RRB Clerk Prelims 2026 is scheduled for December 6, 12, and 13, 2026. The examination is conducted for the recruitment of Office Assistants (Multipurpose) in Regional Rural Banks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Preliminary examination includes Reasoning and Numerical Ability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Candidates should practice puzzles, seating arrangements, simplification, number series, arithmetic, and other important topics. Additionally, attempting timed mock tests can help improve examination performance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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IBPS RRB PO Mains 2026<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The IBPS RRB Officer Scale I Mains examination is scheduled for December 20, 2026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Candidates qualifying for the Preliminary examination will be eligible to appear for the Mains examination.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Since the gap between the Preliminary and Main examinations is relatively short, candidates should prepare for General Awareness, Computer Knowledge, and other Mains-level sections alongside their Prelims preparation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

IBPS RRB Officer Scale II and III Exam 2026<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

The IBPS RRB Officer Scale II and III Single Examination is scheduled for December 20, 2026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Unlike Officer Scale I, these positions do not have a separate Preliminary examination. Candidates appear for a Single Examination followed by an Interview, subject to the recruitment rules.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The syllabus and professional knowledge requirements vary according to the post.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

IBPS Clerk Mains 2026<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

The IBPS Clerk Mains 2026 is scheduled for December 27, 2026. Candidates who qualify for the Preliminary examination will appear for the Main examination.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The important preparation areas include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n