IBPS Clerk Ex-Servicemen Vacancy 2026

IBPS Clerk ESM Vacancy 2026 covers the Customer Service Associate vacancies for 2027–28 under CRP CSA-XVI. Annexure I records 11,403 indicative vacancies across 37 State/UT-wise entries, using the location labels printed in the annexure. The ESM and DESM columns show 1,051 and 407 respectively, a combined indication of 1,458.

 

This updated IBPS Clerk ESM Vacancy 2026 State-Wise List helps Ex-Servicemen and Disabled Ex-Servicemen compare the official vacancy position before choosing a State or Union Territory. It also explains horizontal reservation, the meaning of NR, selection rules and the documents required to establish an ESM or DESM claim.

Quick answer: CRP CSA-XVI reports 1,051 ESM and 407 DESM vacancies, giving a combined indication of 1,458. These are horizontal-reservation figures already included within the overall total of 11,403; they must not be added to the total again.

Important clarification: ESM and DESM are shown under the “Out of Which” columns in Annexure-I. An ESM/DESM candidate is also counted in the applicable vertical category such as SC, ST, OBC, EWS or UR. Read the related IBPS Clerk Ex-Servicemen eligibility rules and IBPS Clerk ESM documents required before relying on the vacancy benefit.

IBPS Clerk ESM Vacancy 2026 Overview

Recruitment	CRP CSA-XVI
Post	Customer Service Associate (Clerk)
Vacancy year	2027–28
Total indicative vacancies	11,403
ESM vacancies shown in Annexure-I	1,051
DESM vacancies shown in Annexure-I	407
Combined ESM + DESM indication	1,458
Vacancy nature	State/UT-wise, bank-wise and indicative
Union Bank of India	NR (Not Reported) in the annexure
Official authority	Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS)

IBPS Clerk ESM Vacancy 2026 State-Wise List

The following figures have been compiled from the State/UT totals shown in Annexure-I of the CRP CSA-XVI notification. “Total Vacancy” means the complete vacancy count for that State/UT, while ESM and DESM are horizontal-reservation figures included within that total.

Use the table by comparing three figures: the complete State/UT vacancy, the ESM column and the DESM column. A higher vacancy figure may offer a wider pool, but candidates should not select a State solely on this basis. The local-language requirement, eligibility, preference and likely competition should also be considered.

State/UT	Total Vacancy	ESM	DESM	ESM + DESM
Andaman & Nicobar	18	1	0	1
Andhra Pradesh	186	16	5	21
Arunachal Pradesh	45	3	1	4
Assam	349	32	11	43
Bihar	491	41	19	60
Chandigarh	20	1	1	2
Chhattisgarh	265	24	7	31
Dadra & Nagar Haveli	18	1	0	1
Daman & Diu	7	0	0	0
Delhi	415	37	16	53
Goa	61	5	2	7
Gujarat	698	68	26	94
Haryana	196	16	5	21
Himachal Pradesh	97	9	1	10
Jammu & Kashmir	67	5	2	7
Jharkhand	182	18	4	22
Karnataka	1,414	137	59	196
Kerala	108	10	2	12
Ladakh	6	0	0	0
Lakshadweep	11	2	0	2
Madhya Pradesh	570	50	21	71
Maharashtra	1,051	103	42	145
Manipur	42	4	1	5
Meghalaya	22	1	0	1
Mizoram	17	1	0	1
Nagaland	31	3	0	3
Odisha	337	31	11	42
Puducherry	26	2	0	2
Punjab	481	41	14	55
Rajasthan	392	35	12	47
Sikkim	28	2	0	2
Tamil Nadu	675	64	24	88
Telangana	191	17	6	23
Tripura	64	7	2	9
Uttar Pradesh	1,731	163	72	235
Uttarakhand	145	13	3	16
West Bengal	946	88	38	126
Total	11,403	1,051	407	1,458

States with the Highest IBPS Clerk ESM Vacancies

• Uttar Pradesh: 163 ESM and 72 DESM vacancies
• Karnataka: 137 ESM and 59 DESM vacancies
• Maharashtra: 103 ESM and 42 DESM vacancies
• West Bengal: 88 ESM and 38 DESM vacancies
• Gujarat: 68 ESM and 26 DESM vacancies
• Tamil Nadu: 64 ESM and 24 DESM vacancies

Are ESM and DESM Vacancies Separate from 11,403?

No. The vacancy annexure places HI, OC, VI, ID, ESM and DESM under the heading “Out of Which”. This indicates horizontal reservation. An ESM candidate is also counted in the applicable vertical category—such as SC, ST, OBC, EWS or UR. Consequently, the combined ESM/DESM figure of 1,458 is part of the overall 11,403 vacancies and is not an additional vacancy count.

Difference Between ESM and DESM Vacancies

ESM refers to the Ex-Servicemen category, while DESM refers to the Disabled Ex-Servicemen category shown separately in the vacancy annexure. A candidate should claim only the category for which the prescribed definition and supporting documents are satisfied. Merely having served in the Armed Forces does not automatically establish eligibility under every ESM-related category.

What Does NR Mean in the Vacancy Annexure?

NR means “Not Reported”. Union Bank of India is marked NR across the State/UT vacancy tables in the notification. Therefore, its vacancies are not included in the presently reported total. Candidates should also remember that the published figures are indicative and may change based on vacancies subsequently reported by participating banks.

How IBPS Clerk Ex-Servicemen Vacancies Are Filled

• The candidate applies for vacancies in only one State/UT.
• The correct ESM/DESM and vertical category must be selected in the application.
• Eligibility is checked according to the CRP CSA-XVI notification.
• Candidates must qualify the Preliminary and Main examinations under the applicable rules.
• Provisional allotment is made State/UT-wise on merit-cum-preference and reported vacancies.
• The allotted participating bank verifies original ESM, qualification and other supporting documents.

For the complete recruitment stages, check the IBPS Clerk ESM selection process. Candidates should also review the IBPS Clerk ESM State preference guide before choosing a State/UT.

Related IBPS Clerk Ex-Servicemen Guides

• IBPS Clerk Ex-Servicemen Eligibility 2026
• IBPS Clerk Ex-Servicemen Documents Required 2026
• IBPS Clerk Ex-Servicemen Reservation Rules 2026
• IBPS Clerk ESM Selection Process 2026
• IBPS Clerk ESM State Preference 2026
• IBPS Clerk Ex-Servicemen Cut-Off 2026
• IBPS Clerk Notification 2026

Official External Sources

• Institute of Banking Personnel Selection Official Website
• IBPS Clerical Cadre XVI Official Updates
• CRP CSA-XVI Official Notification

 

Documents Required for ESM/DESM Candidates

The exact document set depends on whether the candidate is already released, is still serving, or is continuing on an extended assignment. Candidates should use the formats prescribed for CRP CSA-XVI rather than an old recruitment cycle.

• Discharge Certificate or Discharge Book, as applicable
• Proforma A for applicable released/retired personnel
• Proforma B and Proforma C for applicable serving personnel
• Proforma D for applicable personnel on extended assignment
• Pension Payment Order, wherever applicable
• Educational qualification and computer-literacy proof
• Photo identity proof and application-form printout
• SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD certificate, wherever separately applicable
• Local-language proof and any additional documents required by the allotted bank

Serving personnel, released personnel and personnel on extended assignment may require different proformas. The current CRP CSA-XVI formats and the allotted bank’s joining instructions should be followed instead of certificates downloaded from an older recruitment cycle.

Important Instructions for Ex-Servicemen Candidates

• Do not treat the ESM and DESM columns as additional vacancies over the State total.
• Check both the vertical category and horizontal ESM/DESM status entered in the application.
• Select the State/UT carefully because recruitment and merit are State/UT-wise.
• Ensure that the specified/opted local-language requirement can be satisfied.
• Keep original service documents and self-attested photocopies ready for verification.
• Use the latest notification and prescribed proformas; do not rely on old formats.
• Recheck official IBPS updates because indicative vacancies may be revised.

Official Source for IBPS Clerk ESM Vacancy 2026

Candidates should verify the latest vacancy position through the official IBPS website and the CRP CSA-XVI notification or subsequent corrigenda. The annexure describes these vacancies as indicative, and the requirements reported by participating banks may change before provisional allotment.

Final Summary

The IBPS Clerk ESM Vacancy 2026 annexure reports 11,403 indicative Customer Service Associate vacancies for 2027–28, including 1,051 ESM and 407 DESM indications. Uttar Pradesh, Karnataka, Maharashtra and West Bengal have the largest reported ESM/DESM figures. Candidates must treat these as horizontal-reservation figures included within the overall total, choose one eligible State/UT, satisfy the local-language condition and keep the prescribed service documents ready. The latest IBPS notice and any subsequent vacancy update will remain final.

Official External Sources

• Institute of Banking Personnel Selection Official Website
• IBPS Clerical Cadre XVI Official Updates
• CRP CSA-XVI Official Notification

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the IBPS Clerk Ex-Servicemen Vacancy 2026?

It refers to the vacancies available for eligible Ex-Servicemen under the IBPS Clerk 2026 recruitment, as per the reservation provisions mentioned in the official notification.

Does IBPS release separate Ex-Servicemen vacancies for every state?

IBPS publishes state-wise vacancies in the official notification. Ex-Servicemen reservation is applied according to the applicable recruitment rules and reservation policy.

Who is eligible to apply under the Ex-Servicemen category in IBPS Clerk 2026?

Candidates who satisfy the Ex-Servicemen eligibility conditions prescribed in the official IBPS Clerk 2026 notification can apply under the applicable category.

How can I check the IBPS Clerk 2026 state-wise vacancies?

Candidates can check the complete state-wise vacancy details in the official IBPS Clerk 2026 notification available on the IBPS website.

Can Ex-Servicemen apply for any state in IBPS Clerk 2026?

Candidates can apply for only one State/UT and must satisfy the local language requirement specified for that State/UT.

Are reservation benefits available for Ex-Servicemen in IBPS Clerk 2026?

Yes. Eligible Ex-Servicemen can claim reservation benefits as per the Government of India rules and the official IBPS Clerk notification.

Which documents are required for Ex-Servicemen during the recruitment process?

Candidates may need to produce documents such as the Ex-Servicemen Certificate, Discharge Book/Service Book, PPO (where applicable), educational certificates, and identity proof.

Does the number of IBPS Clerk vacancies remain the same every year?

No. The number of vacancies varies each recruitment cycle depending on the requirements of the participating banks.

How are Ex-Servicemen selected for IBPS Clerk 2026?

Eligible candidates must qualify the prescribed selection process and fulfil all eligibility conditions mentioned in the official notification.

Where can I check the official IBPS Clerk Ex-Servicemen Vacancy 2026 details?

Candidates should refer to the official IBPS Clerk 2026 notification and visit www.ibps.in for the latest vacancy, reservation, and recruitment updates.