IBPS Revised Calendar 2025 Released: Complete Exam Schedule & Key Changes

Introduction

The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has released its revised exam calendar for 2025, outlining crucial dates for PO, Clerk, RRB, and Specialist Officer (SO) recruitment exams. This update comes with adjusted timelines for preliminary, mains, and interview stages across all participating banks.

In this comprehensive guide, we cover:

Key changes in the IBPS 2025 calendar
Exam-wise schedule (PO, Clerk, RRB, SO)
How to prepare with the new timeline
Important instructions for candidates

IBPS Revised Calendar 2025: Major Updates

Change	Previous Schedule	Revised 2025 Schedule
IBPS PO Preliminary	October 2024	November 2025
IBPS Clerk Mains	January 2025	February 2025
IBPS RRB Interview	March-April 2025	April-May 2025
IBPS SO Online Test	December 2024	January 2025

Reason for Revision:

Administrative adjustments due to election schedules.
Extended application windows for rural recruitment (RRB).

Exam-Wise IBPS 2025 Schedule

1. IBPS PO (Probationary Officer) 2025

Stage	Revised Date
Preliminary Exam	15, 16, 22, 23 November 2025
Mains Exam	28 December 2025
Interview	February-March 2026

2. IBPS Clerk 2025

Stage	Revised Date
Preliminary Exam	7, 8, 14, 15 December 2025
Mains Exam	26 January 2026

3. IBPS RRB (Regional Rural Banks) 2025

Post	Preliminary	Mains/Interview
Office Assistant	3, 4, 10 August 2025	6 October 2025
Officer Scale I	17, 18 August 2025	29 September 2025
Officer Scale II & III	Single Exam: 22 September 2025	Interviews: April-May 2026

4. IBPS SO (Specialist Officer) 2025

Stage	Revised Date
Preliminary Exam	11, 12 January 2026
Mains Exam	1 February 2026

What Does This Mean for Aspirants?

Advantages of the Revised Schedule

✔ More preparation time for mains after prelims.
✔ Reduced overlap between IBPS PO and Clerk exams.
✔ Better interview scheduling for RRB candidates.

Challenges to Address

✖ Longer wait for results (especially for PO interviews).
✖ Potential clash with state-level bank exams.

How to Adjust Your Preparation Strategy?

1. Prioritize Exam-Specific Sections

PO/Clerk: Focus on Quant, Reasoning, English.
RRB: Emphasize Financial Awareness & Rural Banking.
SO: Strengthen technical subjects (IT, Law, Agriculture).

2. Follow a Revised Study Plan

Month	Focus Area
July-August 2025	Prelims practice (speed/accuracy)
September-October 2025	Mains-level mock tests
November 2025 Onwards	Interview prep (PO/RRB)

3. Use Official IBPS Resources

Free mock tests on ibps.in.
Previous years’ papers (2018–2024).

Important Instructions for Candidates

Before Applying:

✔ Check eligibility criteria (age, education, nationality).
✔ Ensure photo/signature meet IBPS guidelines.

After Exam Registration:

✔ Download call letters 10–15 days before exams.
✔ Carry valid ID proof (Aadhaar, PAN, Passport) to the center.

FAQs on IBPS Revised Calendar 2025

Q1. Will IBPS reduce vacancies due to delays?

A: No, vacancies depend on bank requirements, not the schedule.

Q2. Can I apply for both PO and Clerk exams?

A: Yes, if you meet eligibility for both.

Q3. How many attempts are allowed for IBPS exams?

A: No limit, but age restrictions apply (18–30 years for most posts).

Conclusion: Stay Updated, Stay Prepared

The IBPS Revised Calendar 2025 offers extra preparation time but requires disciplined planning. Bookmark ibps.in for updates and tweak your strategy accordingly.

Need a subject-wise study plan? Comment below!

Key Takeaways:

PO Prelims shifted to November 2025.
RRB interviews extended to April-May 2026.
Use the extra time wisely—focus on weak areas.

Best of luck, future bankers!

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