February 8, 2026 
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Here’s the 2025 exam schedule for major banking careers—SBI PO, SBI Clerk, IBPS PO, Clerk, Specialist Officer (SO), and Regional Rural Banks (RRBs). It covers prelims, mains, and key application dates, all in one glance for quick clarity.
SBI PO & Clerk: Core Dates You Need to Know
The SBI PO Preliminary Exam is tentatively scheduled for August 2, 4, and 5, 2025, with admit cards expected by late July . After clearing prelims, candidates will move on to the Main Exam, which was conducted on September 13, 2025 . The final results, based on mains and interviews, have already been declared as of June 13, 2025 .
SBI Clerk dates aren’t as formally confirmed, but community sources mention prelims around September 20, 21, and 28, with mains reportedly on November 16, 2025 . These appear tentative—so keep checking official SBI updates for confirmation.
IBPS Schedule: PO, Clerk, SO, RRB Exams Mapped Out
IBPS released a revised exam calendar in June 2025, detailing updated dates for PO/MT, SO, Clerk (CSA), and RRB roles .
IBPS PO (CRP PO/MT-XV)
- Prelims: August 17, 23, 24, 2025
- Mains: October 12, 2025
IBPS Specialist Officer (SO – CRP SPL-XV)
- Prelims: August 30, 2025
- Mains: November 9, 2025
IBPS Clerk (Customer Service Associate – CRP CSA-XV)
- Prelims: October 4, 5, 11, 2025
- Mains: November 29, 2025
— And for the mains: scheduled from November 29 to December 2, in a single shift from 8:35 AM to 10:35 AM .
IBPS RRB Exams (CRP RRBs-XIV)
- Officer Scale I
- Prelims: November 22, 23, 2025
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Mains: December 28, 2025
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Officer Scale II & III
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Single-level exam: December 28, 2025
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Office Assistant (Clerk)
- Prelims: December 6, 7, 13, 14, 2025
- Mains: February 1, 2026
Why This Timeline Matters (And How to Prepare)
“Staggered schedules across SBI and IBPS exams give aspirants room to plan smarter. Timing your prep can make all the difference.”
Here’s a breakdown of how scheduling shapes strategy:
- Early SBI PO Prelims in early August mean you need to be ready much sooner.
- IBPS PO & SO follow later—shift your focus after PO still leaves a tight window for fine-tuning SO strategies.
- Clerk (CSA) is in late Oct–late Nov, giving time to recover and refocus post-PO/SO.
- RRB exams come at the end of the year—good news if you’re doing multiple tests.
When juggling multiple roles, sliding from PO to Clerk or RRB can feel like a relay. Here’s a quick prep flow:
- June–July: Ramp up for SBI PO prelims.
- August: Refocus for IBPS PO/SO once preliminary results are out.
- October–November: Switch gears if applying for Clerk.
- December–January: Final prep push for RRB, especially Assistant roles.
Quick Reference Table: Dates Snapshot
| Exam Role | Prelims | Mains / Single Exam |
|————————|———————-|————————–|
| SBI PO | Aug 2, 4, 5 | Sep 13 |
| SBI Clerk (tentative) | ~Sep 20–28 | ~Nov 16 |
| IBPS PO | Aug 17, 23, 24 | Oct 12 |
| IBPS SO | Aug 30 | Nov 9 |
| IBPS Clerk (CSA) | Oct 4, 5, 11 | Nov 29 |
| RRB Officer Scale I | Nov 22, 23 | Dec 28 |
| RRB Officer II & III | — | Dec 28 |
| RRB Assistant (Clerk) | Dec 6, 7, 13, 14 | Feb 1, 2026 |
Concluding Thoughts
The 2025 bank exam cycle is packed—but well-spaced. From early SBI PO to later RRB Assistant tracks, candidates can build momentum if they start smart. Prioritize one exam, shift focus after each result, and don’t burn out juggling everything at once.
Keep an eye on official SBI and IBPS updates—especially if dates shift slightly, as they sometimes do. Prep with flexibility and you’ll ride the wave, not get wiped out by it.
FAQs
Q1: When will SBI PO prelim results be out?
Typically, results are declared 20–25 days after the exam. With prelims in early August, expect results by late August or early September .
Q2: Are IBPS and SBI dates official or tentative?
SBI PO dates are tentative as per official SBI updates. IBPS dates are from a revised calendar, so while official, they may still change slightly .
Q3: Do you need separate registrations for prelims and mains?
No. IBPS uses a single registration for both prelims and mains—register once .
Q4: What’s the best strategy when appearing for multiple exams?
Start with SBI PO prep, then pivot to IBPS PO/SO. Use the gap between rounds to regroup and adjust. End your journey with RRB exams using time in December–January effectively.
Q5: Where can applicants download admit cards and official calendars?
Visit the respective official portals—sbi.co.in for SBI exams and ibps.in for IBPS updates and calendar PDFs .
Q6: Are shift timings announced for the Clerk mains?
Yes. IBPS Clerk Mains (Nov 29–Dec 2) will run in a single shift from 8:35 AM to 10:35 AM with detailed timings on your admit card .
