{"id":37,"date":"2024-04-17T08:14:16","date_gmt":"2024-04-17T08:14:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/exam.pscnotes.com\/ibps-clerk-exam\/?page_id=37"},"modified":"2024-07-20T09:24:54","modified_gmt":"2024-07-20T09:24:54","slug":"eligibility-criteria-for-ibps-clerk-exam-2024","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/exam.pscnotes.com\/ibps-clerk-exam\/eligibility-criteria-for-ibps-clerk-exam-2024\/","title":{"rendered":"Eligibility Criteria for ibps clerk Exam 2024"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_69 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" 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class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/exam.pscnotes.com\/ibps-clerk-exam\/eligibility-criteria-for-ibps-clerk-exam-2024\/#Eligibility_Criteria_for_IBPS_Clerk_Exam_2024\" title=\"Eligibility Criteria for IBPS Clerk Exam 2024\">Eligibility Criteria for IBPS Clerk Exam 2024<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/exam.pscnotes.com\/ibps-clerk-exam\/eligibility-criteria-for-ibps-clerk-exam-2024\/#Nationality\" title=\"Nationality\">Nationality<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/exam.pscnotes.com\/ibps-clerk-exam\/eligibility-criteria-for-ibps-clerk-exam-2024\/#Age_Limit\" title=\"Age Limit\">Age Limit<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" 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href=\"https:\/\/exam.pscnotes.com\/ibps-clerk-exam\/eligibility-criteria-for-ibps-clerk-exam-2024\/#How_to_Check_Eligibility_Criteria\" title=\"How to Check Eligibility Criteria\">How to Check Eligibility Criteria<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/exam.pscnotes.com\/ibps-clerk-exam\/eligibility-criteria-for-ibps-clerk-exam-2024\/#Consequences_of_Not_Meeting_Eligibility_Criteria\" title=\"Consequences of Not Meeting Eligibility Criteria\">Consequences of Not Meeting Eligibility Criteria<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/exam.pscnotes.com\/ibps-clerk-exam\/eligibility-criteria-for-ibps-clerk-exam-2024\/#Tips_for_Meeting_Eligibility_Criteria\" title=\"Tips for Meeting Eligibility Criteria\">Tips for Meeting Eligibility Criteria<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/exam.pscnotes.com\/ibps-clerk-exam\/eligibility-criteria-for-ibps-clerk-exam-2024\/#Conclusion\" title=\"Conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/exam.pscnotes.com\/ibps-clerk-exam\/eligibility-criteria-for-ibps-clerk-exam-2024\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\" title=\"Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)\">Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Eligibility_Criteria_for_IBPS_Clerk_Exam_2024\"><\/span>Eligibility Criteria for IBPS Clerk Exam 2024<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) conducts the Common Recruitment Process (CRP) for Clerical Cadre in various Public Sector Banks (PSBs) across India. The IBPS Clerk Exam is a highly competitive examination that attracts a large number of candidates every year. To be eligible for the exam, candidates must meet the prescribed eligibility criteria. <\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Nationality\"><\/span>Nationality<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Candidates must be a citizen of India.<\/li>\n<li>Candidates of Nepal and Bhutan can also apply, but they must have a valid passport or citizenship certificate.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Age_Limit\"><\/span>Age Limit<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Minimum Age:<\/strong> 18 years<\/li>\n<li><strong>Maximum Age:<\/strong> 28 years (Relaxation in upper age limit is provided <div class=\"telegram-channel-container\">\r\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/t.me\/pscnotes2025\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"telegram-channel-button\">\r\n            <span class=\"telegram-icon\">\r\n                <svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 496 512\">\r\n                    <path fill=\"white\" d=\"M248,8C111,8,0,119,0,256s111,248,248,248s248-111,248-248S385,8,248,8z M362,177L320,367c-3,14-10,18-20,14l-56-41l-27,26 c-3,3-5,5-10,5l4-63L323,196c5-5-1-7-8-3l-98,62l-42-13c-9-3-10-9,2-14l162-63C351,160,365,164,362,177z\"\/>\r\n                <\/svg>\r\n            <\/span>\r\n            Join Our Telegram Channel\r\n        <\/a>\r\n    <\/div> for reserved categories as per government norms.)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Table 1: Age Relaxation for Reserved Categories<\/strong><\/p>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Category<\/th>\n<th>Relaxation<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Scheduled Caste (SC)<\/td>\n<td>5 years<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Scheduled Tribe (ST)<\/td>\n<td>5 years<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Other Backward Classes (OBC)<\/td>\n<td>3 years<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Persons with Disabilities (PwD)<\/td>\n<td>10 years<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Ex-Servicemen<\/td>\n<td>5 years<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><strong>Note:<\/strong> The age limit is calculated as on the closing date of online application.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Educational_Qualification\"><\/span>Educational Qualification<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Candidates must have a <strong>Graduation degree<\/strong> in any discipline from a recognized University or equivalent.<\/li>\n<li>Candidates who are in the final year of their graduation can also apply, but they must have completed their graduation by the time of joining.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Table 2: Educational Qualification for IBPS Clerk Exam<\/strong><\/p>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Category<\/th>\n<th>Educational Qualification<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>General<\/td>\n<td>Graduation degree in any discipline<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>SC\/ST\/OBC<\/td>\n<td>Graduation degree in any discipline<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>PwD<\/td>\n<td>Graduation degree in any discipline<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Ex-Servicemen<\/td>\n<td>Graduation degree in any discipline<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Other_Eligibility_Criteria\"><\/span>Other Eligibility Criteria<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Candidates must be physically fit and mentally sound.<\/li>\n<li>Candidates must be able to perform the duties of a clerk in a bank.<\/li>\n<li>Candidates must not have any criminal record.<\/li>\n<li>Candidates must not have been dismissed or removed from any previous employment.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Important_Points_to_Remember\"><\/span>Important Points to Remember<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>The eligibility criteria for the IBPS Clerk Exam may vary from year to year.<\/li>\n<li>Candidates are advised to check the official notification for the latest eligibility criteria.<\/li>\n<li>Candidates must ensure that they meet all the eligibility criteria before applying for the exam.<\/li>\n<li>Candidates who do not meet the eligibility criteria will not be allowed to appear for the exam.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Check_Eligibility_Criteria\"><\/span>How to Check Eligibility Criteria<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Visit the official website of IBPS: <strong>ibps.in<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>Click on the &#8220;CRP Clerks&#8221; link.<\/li>\n<li>Download the official notification.<\/li>\n<li>Read the notification carefully to understand the eligibility criteria.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Consequences_of_Not_Meeting_Eligibility_Criteria\"><\/span>Consequences of Not Meeting Eligibility Criteria<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Candidates who do not meet the eligibility criteria will not be allowed to appear for the exam.<\/li>\n<li>Even if a candidate clears the exam, their candidature will be cancelled if they are found to be ineligible at any <div class=\"youtube-subscribe-container\">\r\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/channel\/UCNHT8lW-JmLC68rjBfZhdkg?sub_confirmation=1\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"youtube-subscribe-button\">\r\n            <span class=\"youtube-icon\">\r\n                <svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 576 512\">\r\n                    <path d=\"M549.7 124.1c-6.3-23.7-24.8-42.3-48.3-48.6C458.8 64 288 64 288 64S117.2 64 74.6 75.5c-23.5 6.3-42 24.9-48.3 48.6-11.4 42.9-11.4 132.3-11.4 132.3s0 89.4 11.4 132.3c6.3 23.7 24.8 41.5 48.3 47.8C117.2 448 288 448 288 448s170.8 0 213.4-11.5c23.5-6.3 42-24.2 48.3-47.8 11.4-42.9 11.4-132.3 11.4-132.3s0-89.4-11.4-132.3zm-317.5 213.5V175.2l142.7 81.2-142.7 81.2z\"\/>\r\n                <\/svg>\r\n            <\/span>\r\n            Subscribe on YouTube\r\n        <\/a>\r\n    <\/div> stage of the recruitment process.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tips_for_Meeting_Eligibility_Criteria\"><\/span>Tips for Meeting Eligibility Criteria<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Ensure that you have the required educational qualification.<\/li>\n<li>Check your age and ensure that you fall within the prescribed age limit.<\/li>\n<li>Make sure that you meet all the other eligibility criteria mentioned in the official notification.<\/li>\n<li>If you are not sure about your eligibility, contact the IBPS helpline or visit the official website for clarification.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Meeting the eligibility criteria is the first step towards becoming an IBPS Clerk. Candidates must ensure that they meet all the eligibility criteria before applying for the exam. By carefully reviewing the official notification and ensuring that they meet all the requirements, candidates can increase their chances of success in the IBPS Clerk Exam.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><strong>1. What is the minimum age limit for the IBPS Clerk Exam?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The minimum age limit for the IBPS Clerk Exam is 18 years.<\/p>\n<p><strong>2. What is the maximum age limit for the IBPS Clerk Exam?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The maximum age limit for the IBPS Clerk Exam is 28 years. However, age relaxation is provided for reserved categories as per government norms.<\/p>\n<p><strong>3. What is the educational qualification required for the IBPS Clerk Exam?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Candidates must have a Graduation degree in any discipline from a recognized University or equivalent.<\/p>\n<p><strong>4. Can final year students apply for the IBPS Clerk Exam?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Yes, final year students can apply for the IBPS Clerk Exam, but they must have completed their graduation by the time of joining.<\/p>\n<p><strong>5. Is there any age relaxation for OBC candidates?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Yes, OBC candidates are eligible for a 3-year age relaxation.<\/p>\n<p><strong>6. What is the age relaxation for SC\/ST candidates?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>SC\/ST candidates are eligible for a 5-year age relaxation.<\/p>\n<p><strong>7. Is there any age relaxation for PwD candidates?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Yes, PwD candidates are eligible for a 10-year age relaxation.<\/p>\n<p><strong>8. Can I apply for the IBPS Clerk Exam if I am a citizen of Nepal?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Yes, citizens of Nepal can apply for the IBPS Clerk Exam, but they must have a valid passport or citizenship certificate.<\/p>\n<p><strong>9. What are the consequences of not meeting the eligibility criteria?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Candidates who do not meet the eligibility criteria will not be allowed to appear for the exam. Even if a candidate clears the exam, their candidature will be cancelled if they are found to be ineligible at any stage of the recruitment process.<\/p>\n<p><strong>10. Where can I find the latest eligibility criteria for the IBPS Clerk Exam?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The latest eligibility criteria for the IBPS Clerk Exam can be found on the official website of IBPS: <strong>ibps.in<\/strong>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Eligibility Criteria for IBPS Clerk Exam 2024 The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) conducts the Common Recruitment Process (CRP) for Clerical Cadre in various Public Sector Banks (PSBs) across India. The IBPS Clerk Exam is a highly competitive examination that attracts a large number of candidates every year. 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