IBPS Recruitment 2026: Server Administrator, Assistant and Programming Assistant Jobs in Mumbai, Apply by 12 November

IBPS Recruitment 2026 is open for three regular posts at the Institute of Banking Personnel Selection in Mumbai: Server Administrator (Grade D), Assistant (Grade B) and Programming Assistant (Grade B). Online applications under Advertisement No. IBPS/2026-27/06 opened on 29 October 2026 and close on 12 November 2026.

These are not fresher posts. Each role needs two to three years of post-qualification experience, so they suit working IT, data and MIS professionals ready to settle in Mumbai. Everything below follows the advertisement on the official IBPS website.

Written by Sajal Rathaur | CareerView24
Published: 29 October 2026 | Official Source: IBPS Recruitment Advertisement

Key Takeaways

• Posts: Server Administrator Gr. D, Assistant Gr. B and Programming Assistant Gr. B, all in Mumbai.
• Dates and fee: Apply online from 29 October to 12 November 2026 at ibps.in; print the application by 27 November. The fee is ₹250, online only.
• Experience: B.E./B.Tech plus 3 years for Server Administrator; bachelor’s degree (60%) plus 2 years for Assistant; full-time IT/computer degree plus 2 years for Programming Assistant.
• Age (as on 1 October 2026): 25–33 years for Server Administrator; 23–30 years for Assistant and Programming Assistant.
• Pay: About ₹73,020 per month (₹14.09 lakh CTC) for Server Administrator; about ₹54,210 per month (₹10.57 lakh CTC) for the other two posts.
• Know before applying: No vacancy count is stated, Mumbai residents get preference, and a ₹1 lakh service bond applies.

Quick Highlights

The printing deadline differs from the application deadline. Submit, edit details and pay by 12 November 2026; the printout can be taken until 27 November 2026.

Vacancy Details and Available Posts For IBPS Recruitment 2026

The advertisement does not state a vacancy count. Candidates will be appointed against existing vacancies, and a six-month wait list will be kept for need-based requirements.

Server Administrator (Grade D) covers Linux servers, network components such as switches and firewalls, backups and MS Exchange email administration.

Assistant (Grade B) focuses on the accuracy, validation and integrity of examination results before publication, candidate-data confidentiality and record keeping.

Programming Assistant (Grade B) involves Unix/Linux file handling, processing data files through programs, generating MS Excel reports and server-to-server file transfers.

Eligibility Criteria and Age Limit for IBPS Recruitment 2026

Match your education and work history to one post. Age is counted as on 1 October 2026, with both birth dates inclusive.

Python or FORTRAN experience is an added advantage for Programming Assistant. For Assistant, experience in banking, financial institutions or examination bodies is preferred.

Degrees through correspondence, distance or open university routes are not acceptable, results must be declared by 12 November 2026, and 59.99% counts as less than 60%. Age is judged by the date of birth on the matriculation certificate. The advertisement lists no age relaxations, so check the notification for any such provision.

IBPS Salary 2026: Monthly Pay, CTC and Benefits

For IBPS Recruitment 2026, the advertisement gives compensation as on October 2026. Figures are approximate and shown at the beginning of the scale.

Cost to Company (CTC) is the employer’s total yearly spend, not take-home pay. It includes items such as the employer’s PF contribution, medical benefits, Medi-Claim, gratuity, superannuation and a performance-linked incentive as per IBPS criteria. No housing is provided.

Selection Process

Shortlisted candidates move through four stages: scrutiny of applications against the minimum eligibility criteria, verification of documents, an online examination, and a personal interview, conducted at IBPS Kandivali (East). Scrutiny gives preference to candidates staying in Mumbai.

The English-language online exam has 100 questions for 100 marks in a composite 90 minutes. Server Administrator has 30 Aptitude and 70 Professional Knowledge questions; Programming Assistant has 50 of each. Assistant has five 20-question sections: General Awareness, English, Reasoning, Numerical Ability and Computer. Each wrong answer costs one-fourth of a mark.

IBPS sets minimum scores for each test plus overall cut-offs. The exam and interview are tentatively planned for November 2026, with no confirmed dates. Candidates attend at their own expense.

How to Apply Online

1. Visit the official IBPS website and find the recruitment advertisement for IBPS/2026-27/06.
2. Read the notification and confirm you meet the age, education and experience conditions.
3. Click “Click here to apply online”, then “Click here for new registration”, and enter your basic details. Note the provisional registration number and password.
4. Keep scanned files ready: photograph, signature, left thumb impression, handwritten declaration in English, brief resume (PDF), class 10 certificate and supporting documents.
5. Upload each file in its designated place, following the annexure’s size and format rules. Capital-letter signatures are rejected.
6. Pay the ₹250 fee online. Bank transaction charges are borne by the candidate.
7. Review every field before clicking “Complete Registration”. No changes are allowed afterwards.
8. Save the e-receipt and print the form and e-receipt by 27 November 2026. Do not send the printout to IBPS.

Each post needs a separate form and fee. To complete IBPS Recruitment 2026 applications without last-day server problems, avoid waiting until 12 November. For the Assistant post, Excel and reporting skills matter, and this data analyst roadmap for beginners can help you build them.

Important Conditions Candidates Should Know

Mumbai posting. These positions are permanently based in Mumbai, and IBPS provides no housing. Primary preference goes to candidates already living in Mumbai, though applicants willing to relocate permanently are welcome.

Experience. Experience must be gained after completing the required qualification, and certificates describing your duties are needed at verification. Government, PSU and nationalised bank employees must bring a No Objection Certificate.

Probation and bond. Selected candidates serve a one-year probation. They must also sign a ₹1 lakh service bond for a minimum of two years, or pay ₹1 lakh to IBPS.

Commitment. All three positions require full 24×7 commitment, and IBPS may change criteria or cancel the process.

Final Verdict

IBPS Recruitment 2026 suits experienced candidates: Linux and network administrators for the Server Administrator post, Excel and MIS professionals for Assistant, and Unix-savvy programmers for Programming Assistant. It makes less sense for freshers or anyone unwilling to relocate to Mumbai.

Check ibps.in for any corrigendum before paying the fee, since updates appear only there. To compare career paths, see our guide to high-salary skills to learn in 2026.

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