EXIM Bank Management Trainee Recruitment 2026 – 5 MT Posts (HR & Administration)
Export-Import Bank of India (EXIM Bank) — India's premier export finance institution — has announced recruitment for 5 Management Trainee positions in Human Resource Management and Administration. Advertisement No. HRM/MT/2026-27/01, dated 15 May 2026. Applications are processed through IBPS at the dedicated portal ibpsreg.ibps.in/iebmtapr26/. Stipend during the 1-year training period is ₹65,000/month, with placement as Deputy Manager (JM-I grade) on successful completion. Last date: 14 June 2026.
EXIM Bank is not a commercial bank you walk into — it provides financial support for India's international trade (export credit, overseas investment, import finance). Working here means exposure to large-ticket corporate transactions and India's trade diplomacy ecosystem, which makes the MT route genuinely attractive for HR and admin professionals.
Post-wise Vacancy Details
| Post | UR | OBC (NCL) | SC | ST | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MT – Human Resource Management | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| MT – Administration | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Total | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 |
Note: SC and ST categories have zero vacancies in this notification. 1 PwBD (Hearing Impairment) horizontal reservation applies across all posts. Age cutoff date: 30 April 2026.
Stipend & Post-Training Pay
| Stage | Pay/Stipend |
|---|---|
| Training Period (1 year) | ₹65,000/month (stipend) |
| Post-Training Grade | Deputy Manager – JM-I Scale (12th IBA Bipartite) |
| JM-I Pay Scale | ₹48,480 – ₹85,920/month + DA, HRA, and other allowances |
| Condition | Absorption subject to satisfactory training performance |
Educational Qualifications
MT – Human Resource Management (3 posts):
- Any 3-year full-time Graduation (min. 60% aggregate)
- AND full-time 2-year MBA/PGDBA/PGDBM/MMS with specialisation in HRM or Personnel Management (min. 60%)
MT – Administration (2 posts) — either of the two options:
- Option A: Graduation (60%) + MBA in Hotel & Hospitality Management / Facilities Management (60%)
- Option B: B.Tech in Civil Engineering (60%) + MBA in any discipline (60%)
Distance learning, part-time, and open university degrees are NOT eligible.
Age Limits (as on 30 April 2026)
| Category | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| General (UR) | 28 years |
| OBC (NCL) | 31 years (+3) |
| PwBD (UR) | 38 years (+10) |
| Ex-Servicemen | 33 years (+5) |
| Minimum Age (all) | 21 years |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC | ₹600 (non-refundable) |
| SC / ST / PwBD / EWS / Female | ₹100 (intimation charges) |
| Payment Mode | Online via IBPS portal |
Bond / Service Commitment
Joining EXIM Bank as MT requires signing a personal bond of ₹3 lakh. The total minimum commitment is 6 years — 1 year as Management Trainee (training) + minimum 5 years as a regular employee after absorption. If you leave before completing this commitment, the bond amount is recoverable.
Selection Process
| Stage | Marks | Weightage | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subjective Written Test | 100 | 70% | 2 hrs 30 mins — Part I: 40 marks compulsory; Part II: attempt any 6 of 8 questions (60 marks). No negative marking. |
| Personal Interview | — | 30% | Venue: Mumbai and/or New Delhi |
| Final Merit | — | 100% | Written 70% + Interview 30% |
Written exam tentatively scheduled for July 2026. Exact date will be published later.
How to Apply
- Visit ibpsreg.ibps.in/iebmtapr26/ — the IBPS portal for EXIM Bank MT 2026
- Register with your valid email and mobile number
- Fill the application form — personal details, qualification, category
- Upload photo and signature in the prescribed format
- Pay the fee: ₹600 (Gen/OBC) or ₹100 (SC/ST/PwBD/EWS/Female)
- Submit and download your application confirmation
- Last date: 14 June 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What does EXIM Bank's Management Trainee programme involve?
During the 1-year training period, you work across different departments of EXIM Bank — getting exposure to export credit, trade finance, treasury operations, HR, and administration functions depending on your specialisation. Stipend is ₹65,000/month. On successful completion and performance review, you get absorbed as a Deputy Manager (JM-I grade) at ₹48,480/month basic pay.
Q: SC/ST candidates — are there any vacancies in this notification?
No. This specific notification (Adv. HRM/MT/2026-27/01) has zero vacancies for SC and ST categories. All 5 posts are in the UR and OBC (NCL) categories only. SC/ST candidates can still apply, but there are no reserved seats for them in this round. SC/ST candidates pay ₹100 as intimation charges (not the full ₹600 fee).
Q: What is the age limit for EXIM Bank MT 2026?
Maximum 28 years for General (UR) candidates as on 30 April 2026. OBC (NCL): 31 years. PwBD: 38 years. Ex-Servicemen: 33 years. Minimum age is 21 for all. Note: this is as on 30 April 2026, not the application closing date.
Q: What is the bond obligation for EXIM Bank MT?
You must sign a personal bond of ₹3 lakh at the time of joining. The total minimum service commitment is 6 years — 1 year as MT (training) + minimum 5 years as regular employee after absorption as Deputy Manager. The bond amount is recoverable if you leave early.
Q: Can I apply with a distance learning MBA for EXIM Bank MT?
No. EXIM Bank explicitly states that distance learning, part-time, and open university degrees are NOT eligible. You need a full-time MBA/PGDBA/PGDBM/MMS from a UGC/AICTE-recognised institution with the relevant specialisation and minimum 60% aggregate marks.