JAIIB Exam 2026 November Cycle: Dates, Registration, Fees & Guidelines

The Indian Institute of Banking and Finance (IIBF) has officially opened the online registration portal for the upcoming JAIIB Exam 2026, November cycle. Banking professionals planning to advance their careers must complete their applications through the official platform at http://www.iibf.org.in/. This foundational examination offers tremendous career growth, salary increments, and enhanced operational banking knowledge for eligible candidates.

Before getting started, candidates can also check out the JAIIB Exam Date 2026 details, review the JAIIB Syllabus 2026 and Exam Pattern – Click to Check, and download practice materials like JAIIB Previous Year Question Papers- Download PDF.

• JAIIB stands for: Junior Associate of the Indian Institute of Bankers.
• Conducting Body: Indian Institute of Banking and Finance (IIBF).
• Mandatory Requirement: IIBF Ordinary Membership is required before applying for JAIIB.
• Exam Format: Online test consisting of multiple-choice questions with no negative marking.
• Marking Scheme: Each paper carries 100 marks (50 questions of 0.5 marks, 25 of 1 mark, and 25 of 2 marks) with a qualifying cut-off of 50%.

Non-banker aspirants can apply for the Diploma in Banking and Finance (DB&F) exam, which can later be converted into a JAIIB certificate upon joining a bank.

The online registration window for the IIBF JAIIB November 2026 exam remains open from 12th August to 1st September 2026. Review the table below for detailed milestones:

The examination fees vary depending on the number of attempts:

Details to Keep Ready

• IIBF Membership Number
• Registered email ID and mobile number (same as on IIBF profile)
• Current password for the IIBF portal login
• Name, date of birth, bank name, employee ID
• Preferred exam centre city
• Elective paper choice (Rural Banking / HRM / IT & Digital Banking / Risk Management / Central Banking)
• Paper selection. Which papers are you appearing for in this cycle

Document Specifications

Ensure your scanned files match the prescribed dimensions and sizes:

Advantages of Early JAIIB Registration

• In the first week of registration, there is no late fee. Even one week later adds Rs. 100. Two weeks later adds Rs. 200.
• Avoid last-minute technical glitches.
• You get maximum preparation time after confirming your slot.

To submit your application securely, use the official portal link: JAIIB 2026 Online Form Link (Active) – Click to Apply or visit https://portal.iibf.org.in/ directly. Follow these steps:

1. Visit the official website of the Indian Institute of Banking and Finance (IIBF).
2. On the homepage, click on Career Section > Examinations/Courses > Flagship Courses > JAIIB.
3. A list of various options will appear on your screen after clicking.
4. Under this list, select “Flagship Courses.”
5. Click the “JAIIB (Junior Associate of IIB&F)” option.
6. Find and click on “Apply Online.”
7. In the new page, “JAIIB EXAMINATION – Online Registration of Examination Applications.”
8. Click on “Member Login.”
9. Fill out your complete particulars in the online application form, including educational details, mode, medium, centre for the exam, etc.
10. Now, click on ‘accept and submit‘ for online payment.
11. Pay the required application fee.
12. Download the application form and take a print copy for future reference.

Once you have completed your registration and payment successfully, keep your printed confirmation receipt safe. Focus your routine on thorough exam preparation utilizing previous year papers and mock tests. Watch out for the release of the JAIIB Admit Card 2026 in October 2026, which is mandatory to carry to your designated exam centre along with a valid photo ID.