IBPS SO Prelims Admit Card 2026: Download Steps and Exam Rules
Learn how to download the IBPS SO Prelims Admit Card 2026, check its details, carry the right documents and follow exam-day rules.
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The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection has released the IBPS SO Prelims Admit Card 2026 on August 20, 2026. Candidates can download the call letter from the official website, ibps.in. The IBPS SO Prelims exam is scheduled for August 29, 2026.
The admit card is available only online. IBPS will not send it by post or email. Keep your registration number and date of birth or password ready before you begin. A little preparation here can save you from the classic exam-day panic of searching through old messages for login details.
IBPS SO Prelims Admit Card 2026: Key Details
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam name | IBPS Specialist Officer Prelims |
| Admit card release date | August 20, 2026 |
| Prelims exam date | August 29, 2026 |
| Official website | ibps.in |
| Mode of admit card | Online |
| Login details | Registration number and date of birth or password |
How to Download the IBPS SO Admit Card 2026
Follow these steps to download and print your preliminary exam call letter:
- Visit the official IBPS website at ibps.in.
- Open the section named CRP Specialist Officers.
- Select the link for the IBPS SO Preliminary Examination Call Letter.
- Enter your registration number and date of birth or password.
- Enter the security code shown on the screen, if asked.
- Click the login button.
- Check the admit card details shown on the screen.
- Download the file and take at least two printouts.
Use a clear printout of the admit card. Check that the photograph, signature, name, roll number, exam date, reporting time and test centre address are easy to read. Save a copy on your computer as well, but do not rely on a phone copy at the exam centre.
Details to Check on the Call Letter
Read the admit card before leaving for the exam. Check the following information:
- Your name and registration number
- Roll number and photograph
- Exam date and reporting time
- Exam centre name and full address
- Exam instructions and items allowed
- Space for the candidate’s signature and other required details
The details on the admit card must match the information on your original photo ID. Do not wait until the morning of the exam to spot a mistake. That is a poor time for a plot twist.
Documents to Carry on IBPS SO Exam Day
Candidates must carry the following items to the exam centre:
- A printed copy of the IBPS SO Prelims Admit Card 2026
- One original valid photo ID proof
- A photocopy of the same photo ID proof
- Recent passport-size photographs, as mentioned in the call letter
Accepted photo ID documents may include an Aadhaar card, PAN card, voter ID, passport or driving licence. Carry the original physical document. A photo or digital copy shown on a mobile phone will not be accepted.
IBPS SO Prelims Exam Day Instructions
- Reach the centre at least one hour before the reporting time.
- Follow the dress code and instructions printed on the admit card.
- Do not carry a mobile phone, smartwatch, Bluetooth device, calculator, notebook or other banned items.
- Avoid carrying large bags or valuable items, as storage may not be available.
- Follow the directions given by the exam staff.
- Do not leave the centre until the exam process allows you to do so.
- Any attempt to cheat or receive help can lead to disqualification.
IBPS may capture the candidate’s photograph and thumb impression at the test centre. Candidates should cooperate with the staff during identity checks and biometric verification.
What to Do If There Is an Error
Contact IBPS at once if you find an error in your name, photograph, signature, roll number or other key information. The details on the call letter should match your application and photo ID.
For help, candidates can use the IBPS Candidates Grievance Redressal System at cgrs.ibps.in. They can also contact the helpline numbers 1800 103 4566 and 1800 222 366. Keep your registration details ready when raising a complaint.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I show a digital copy of the admit card?
No. Carry a printed copy of the admit card. Digital copies on a phone may not be accepted at the centre.
Can I use a digital copy of my photo ID?
No. Carry the original physical photo ID and its photocopy. A digital ID shown on a mobile phone is not valid for entry.
Should I keep the admit card after the prelims?
Yes. Keep the authenticated prelims call letter safe after the exam. IBPS may require it during the Mains stage.
What if I forget my password?
Use the password recovery option on the IBPS login page. Check your registered email address and mobile number for the recovery details.
