📅 IBPS AFO Exam Date 2026: Apply 1-21 July, Prelims 29 Aug, Mains 1 Nov
IBPS AFO 2026 important dates from the official CRP-SPL-XVI notification: apply from 1 July to 21 July 2026, prelims on 29 August 2026, mains on 1 November 2026.
IBPS AFO 2026 official timeline: apply from 1 July 2026 to 21 July 2026, appear for prelims on 29 August 2026, and mains on 1 November 2026.
These dates are taken from the official CRP-SPL-XVI notification and the IBPS calendar.
Quick Date Table
| Event | Official Date / Status |
|---|---|
| Notification release | 1 July 2026 |
| Online registration starts | 1 July 2026 |
| Last date to apply | 21 July 2026 |
| Fee payment window | 1 July 2026 to 21 July 2026 |
| Edit window | To be advised separately by IBPS |
| Prelims | 29 August 2026 |
| Mains | 1 November 2026 |
| Interview | November / December 2026 |
| Provisional allotment | January 2027 |
Two Dates Students Must Not Miss
These are not just formality dates:
1. Age cutoff date
The notification says age is calculated as on 1 July 2026.
2. Educational qualification cutoff date
The notification says your final result must be declared on or before 21 July 2026.
That means many "result awaited" students become ineligible even if their semester exams are already over.
Why This Timeline Matters
The 2026 cycle is tight:
- only about 7 weeks from application start to prelims
- revised pattern means you need both aptitude and agriculture before prelims
- mains comes on 1 November 2026, so the post-prelims window is useful but not unlimited
Official Links
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| Official notification PDF | Download PDF |
| IBPS official website | ibps.in |
| IBPS calendar 2026-27 | Calendar PDF |
Smart Student Checklist
Before 21 July 2026, finish these:
- confirm degree wording matches the notification
- confirm final result is declared
- keep photo, signature, thumb impression, and handwritten declaration ready
- decide bank preference carefully
- start revised prelims prep immediately
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the IBPS AFO 2026 important dates?
The official CRP-SPL-XVI notification confirms online application from 1 July 2026 to 21 July 2026, prelims on 29 August 2026, and mains on 1 November 2026.
What is the educational qualification cutoff date for IBPS AFO 2026?
The notification says educational qualifications must be fulfilled and the final result must be declared on or before 21 July 2026.
What is the age cutoff date for IBPS AFO 2026?
Age is calculated as on 1 July 2026.
Will there be an application edit window?
Yes. The notification mentions an edit window after closure of registration, and IBPS says the exact dates will be advised separately.