Do candidates for IBPS Clerk and IBPS PO need to meet any mandatory medical or physical fitness standards?

IBPS itself does not mandate specific physical standards (like height or chest measurements) for general posts like PO and Clerk; however, final selection is always contingent upon a comprehensive medical fitness clearance by the allocated bank.

• Medical Standards: Candidates provisionally allotted to a participating bank must appear before the bank's designated Medical Board for an examination.
• Focus of Examination: The medical examination generally focuses on overall health, visual acuity, and freedom from any physical or mental condition that would interfere with the efficient discharge of duties in a banking environment.
• PwBD Candidates: Candidates applying under the Persons with Benchmark Disability (PwBD) category must meet the specified benchmark disabilities (e.g., locomotor disability, visual impairment) as defined under 'The Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016' and possess a valid disability certificate.
• Clarification: The exact medical tests required (e.g., blood tests, chest X-ray) can vary slightly among the participating banks, and the bank holds the final authority on declaring a candidate medically fit for appointment.