IBPS PO Notice for PwBD Candidates 2026 (Out), Check Suitable Disability Categories

The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has issued an Important Notice for PwBD Category Candidates under the Common Recruitment Process (CRP) for Recruitment of Probationary Officers / Management Trainees in Participating Banks (CRP PO/MT-XVI). Along with the clarification on eligible disability categories, IBPS has activated the Link for capturing the subtype of ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder) Disability. Eligible candidates can update their ASD disability subtype through the online link available from 07 August 2026 to 09 August 2026.

IBPS PO Notice for PwBD Candidates 2026 (Out)

IBPS has clarified that the notification issued for CRP PO/MT-XVI is in accordance with the provisions of the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (RPWD) Act, 2016 and subsequent notifications issued by the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (Divyangjan) under the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment.

The clarification specifies the disability categories and corresponding functional requirements applicable for the post of Probationary Officers/Management Trainees in participating banks.

IBPS PO 2026 PwBD Guidelines Revised: Notice

IBPS Activates ASD Disability Sub Type Link

IBPS has provided a special online facility for candidates belonging to the PwBD category who have applied for CRP PO/MT-XVI. The link allows eligible candidates to capture their Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) sub type within the specified window.

IBPS ASD Disability Sub Type: Link

IBPS Eligible Disability Categories

According to the notice, the following disability categories are identified as suitable for the recruitment process:

OC / Locomotor Disability: OA, BA, OL, BL, OAL, CP, LC, Dw, AAV, SD, SI
VI: Blind (B), Low Vision (LV)
HI: Hard of Hearing (HH)
ID & Others: Autism Spectrum Disorder – Mild (ASD-M), Mental Illness (MI), Multiple Disabilities (MD) involving the above

Functional Requirements

The official notice also specifies the functional requirements for the post.

Code	Functional Requirement
S	Sitting
W	Walking
MF	Manipulation by Fingers
RW	Reading and Writing
SE	Seeing
C	Communication

Important Instructions

Candidates should keep the following points in mind while using the facility:

The link is available only from 07 August to 09 August 2026.
Only eligible PwBD candidates should use this facility.
Ensure that the details entered match the supporting disability certificate.
Verify all information carefully before submission.
Candidates should regularly visit the official IBPS website for any further updates regarding the recruitment process.

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FAQs

Has IBPS released a notice for PwBD candidates under CRP PO/MT-XVI?

Yes. IBPS has released an Important Notice for PwBD Category Candidates under the Common Recruitment Process (CRP) for Recruitment of Probationary Officers / Management Trainees in Participating Banks (CRP PO/MT-XVI).

What is the purpose of the IBPS PO PwBD Notice 2026?

The notice clarifies the suitable disability categories and functional requirements for the post of Probationary Officer/Management Trainee in accordance with the applicable Government guidelines.

When is the ASD Disability Sub Type capture link active?

The Link for Capturing Sub Type of ASD Disability is active from 07 August to 09 August 2026.

Which disability categories are eligible for CRP PO/MT-XVI?

The notification identifies the following categories as suitable:
OC/Locomotor Disability
Visual Impairment (VI)
Hearing Impairment (HI)
ID & Others, including Autism Spectrum Disorder – Mild (ASD-M), Mental Illness (MI), and Multiple Disabilities (MD).

Under which law has IBPS issued this clarification?

The clarification has been issued with reference to the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (RPWD) Act, 2016, along with the relevant Government notifications and office memoranda.