December 2026 Official Update
CAIIB Notification 2026: Registration, Exam Dates and Fees
The CAIIB December 2026 examination begins on 6 December and concludes with the elective paper on 27 December 2026. Check registration status, eligibility, fees, application steps and official links.
Registration dates: To be notified by IIBF
Last reviewed: 11 September 2026
CAIIB December 2026 Notification: Latest Update
The latest important updates are:
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The CAIIB December 2026 exam dates have been announced.
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The four compulsory papers are scheduled for 6, 12, 13 and 20 December 2026.
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The elective examination is scheduled for 27 December 2026.
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The examination will be conducted online.
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Eligible candidates must have completed JAIIB or Part I of the Associate Examination.
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IIBF’s dedicated CAIIB page currently states that registration dates will be notified.
Candidates should regularly check the official IIBF website and their candidate portal for the final registration update.
CAIIB Notification 2026: Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Examination | CAIIB December 2026 |
| Full form | Certified Associate of the Indian Institute of Bankers |
| Conducting body | Indian Institute of Banking & Finance |
| Eligibility | IIBF members who have completed JAIIB or Part I of the Associate Examination |
| Application mode | Online |
| Compulsory papers | Four |
| Elective papers required | One |
| Total papers | Five |
| Examination mode | Online |
| Examination medium | English or Hindi |
| First exam date | 6 December 2026 |
| Last exam date | 27 December 2026 |
| Registration status | Awaiting confirmation on the dedicated IIBF CAIIB page |
| Negative marking | No |
| Official website | https://www.iibf.org.in/ |
CAIIB December 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date or status |
|---|---|
| Registration with normal fee | Awaiting confirmation |
| Registration with normal fee plus ₹100 | Awaiting confirmation |
| Registration with normal fee plus ₹200 | Awaiting confirmation |
| ABM examination | 6 December 2026 |
| BFM examination | 12 December 2026 |
| ABFM examination | 13 December 2026 |
| BRBL examination | 20 December 2026 |
| Elective examination | 27 December 2026 |
| Admit-letter release | To be announced |
| Result date | To be announced |
Important Registration-Date Clarification
The annual IIBF examination calendar initially listed the following registration windows:
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1–7 September 2026: Normal examination fee
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8–14 September 2026: Normal fee plus ₹100
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15–21 September 2026: Normal fee plus ₹200
However, IIBF’s dedicated CAIIB page currently says that the December 2026 registration dates will be notified.
Candidates should verify whether the application portal is active before relying on the dates in the annual calendar. Any revised notification published by IIBF should be treated as final.
CAIIB December 2026 Exam Dates
| Date | Paper |
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| 6 December 2026 | Advanced Bank Management |
| 12 December 2026 | Bank Financial Management |
| 13 December 2026 | Advanced Business & Financial Management |
| 20 December 2026 | Banking Regulations and Business Laws |
| 27 December 2026 | Elective paper selected by the candidate |
The exact batch, time, reporting instructions and examination centre will be mentioned on the candidate’s admit letter.
View the Detailed CAIIB Exam Schedule
CAIIB Eligibility Criteria
A candidate must meet the following conditions:
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The candidate must be a member of IIBF.
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The candidate must have completed JAIIB or Part I of the Associate Examination.
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The candidate’s IIBF membership subscription should not be in arrears.
Candidates should verify their qualification and membership status through their IIBF profile before applying.
There is no exemption from any compulsory or elective paper based on a prior academic or professional qualification.
CAIIB Compulsory and Elective Papers
Compulsory Papers
All candidates must pass the following four papers:
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Advanced Bank Management
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Bank Financial Management
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Advanced Business & Financial Management
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Banking Regulations and Business Laws
Elective Paper
Candidates must select one elective from:
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Rural Banking
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Human Resources Management
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Information Technology & Digital Banking
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Risk Management
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Central Banking
Candidates may choose an elective related to their present role or a banking vertical in which they want to work in the future.
IIBF permits candidates to change their elective in a subsequent attempt, subject to the applicable examination rules.
View the Complete CAIIB Syllabus
CAIIB Application Form 2026
The CAIIB application form must be submitted online through the official IIBF website during the notified registration period.
Candidates should not submit payment through an unofficial link, agent or third-party website.
Once the application window becomes active, candidates should:
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Visit https://www.iibf.org.in/.
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Open the examination or flagship-courses section.
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Select CAIIB.
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Log in using their IIBF membership credentials.
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Verify their membership and JAIIB qualification details.
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Select an elective paper.
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Choose the examination medium.
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Select the preferred examination centre.
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Verify the compulsory papers displayed.
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Pay the applicable examination fee.
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Download the receipt and application confirmation.
Candidates should carefully check the selected elective, medium and examination centre before completing payment.
Information Required for CAIIB Registration
Candidates should keep the following information ready:
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IIBF membership number
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Candidate-portal login credentials
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Updated mobile number and email address
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Employment and bank details
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JAIIB qualification details
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Preferred examination centre
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Preferred examination medium
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Selected elective subject
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Online payment details
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Updated photograph and signature, if required
The name and other details in the application should match the candidate’s membership records.
CAIIB Examination Fees
The CAIIB examination fees prescribed by IIBF are:
| Attempt | Examination fee |
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| First attempt | ₹5,000 |
| Second attempt | ₹1,300 |
| Third attempt | ₹1,300 |
| Fourth attempt | ₹1,300 |
| Fifth attempt | ₹1,300 |
Convenience charges and applicable taxes are additional.
Candidates must register separately for every attempt. Additional charges may apply when registration is completed during a late-fee period.
The fee paid to IIBF is non-refundable and non-adjustable under the examination rules.
CAIIB Elective Examination Fee Clarification
IIBF also offers CAIIB electives as separate certificate examinations. The fee shown for that separate elective examination is ₹1,100 plus applicable taxes.
This should not be confused with the standard CAIIB first-attempt fee of ₹5,000, under which a candidate completes four compulsory papers and one selected elective.
CAIIB Exam Pattern
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Total papers | Five |
| Question type | Objective questions, including case studies and caselets |
| Questions | Approximately 100 per paper |
| Maximum marks | 100 per paper |
| Duration | Two hours |
| Mode | Online |
| Medium | English or Hindi |
| Negative marking | No |
Some CAIIB subjects may contain numerical questions without answer options. Candidates may be required to calculate and enter the answer directly.
IIBF may vary the number of questions in a paper.
CAIIB Passing Criteria
A candidate can complete CAIIB under either of the following conditions:
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Secure at least 50 marks out of 100 in every paper; or
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Secure at least 45 marks in every paper and obtain an aggregate of at least 50% across all subjects in a single attempt.
Candidates can retain credit for papers already passed until the applicable time limit expires.
CAIIB Attempts and Time Limit
A candidate is allowed a maximum of five attempts to complete CAIIB within three years, whichever limit is reached first.
The five attempts need not be consecutive. However, an attempt is counted when the candidate applies for the examination, even if the candidate does not appear.
If the candidate does not complete CAIIB within five attempts or three years:
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Fresh enrolment will be required.
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Credits earned for previously passed papers will not be retained.
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The candidate will have to complete the examination under the rules applicable at the time of fresh enrolment.
CAIIB Examination Medium
Candidates may take the examination in English or Hindi. The selected medium must be specified while submitting the application.
IIBF does not ordinarily permit candidates to change the examination medium after registration.
CAIIB Admit Letter 2026
IIBF will make the CAIIB December 2026 admit letter available before the examination.
Registered candidates should check:
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Their IIBF candidate profile
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The official IIBF website
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Their registered email address
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SMS received on their registered mobile number
The admit letter should contain:
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Candidate’s name and membership details
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Compulsory and elective papers
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Examination dates
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Batch and reporting time
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Examination-centre address
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Identification requirements
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Exam-day instructions
Candidates should download the admit letter promptly and confirm that their elective, centre and personal details are correct.
Any error should be reported to IIBF through its official candidate-support channel.
CAIIB Result 2026
The CAIIB December 2026 result will be announced by IIBF after the examination process is completed.
Candidates should be able to access their result or provisional score details through the official IIBF website or candidate portal.
No official result date has been announced. Candidates should avoid relying on speculative dates circulated on social media.
Important Instructions for Candidates
Candidates should:
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Confirm that their IIBF membership is active.
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Check whether the official application portal is open.
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Select the elective carefully.
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Retain the application confirmation and payment receipt.
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Download the admit letter when released.
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Check the paper, elective, date, time and centre carefully.
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Complete BFM and ABFM preparation in advance because they are scheduled on consecutive days.
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Practise numerical and case-study questions.
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Monitor IIBF notices for any centre or schedule change.
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Follow the instructions printed on the admit letter.
Official CAIIB Links
| Purpose | Official destination |
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| IIBF website | https://www.iibf.org.in/ |
| CAIIB schedule | https://www.iibf.org.in/caiib-elective-examination |
| Online application | Ihttps://www.iibf.org.in/iibf-membership |
| Admit letter | https://www.iibf.org.in/iibf-membership |
| Rules and syllabus | https://www.iibf.org.in/caiib-elective-examination |
| Candidate support | IIBF candidate-query portal |
The developer should insert current official links rather than archived IIBF URLs.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Has the December 2026 notification been released?
IIBF has announced the examination dates. Its dedicated CAIIB page currently states that registration dates will be notified.
What are the December 2026 exam dates?
The examinations are scheduled for 6, 12, 13, 20 and 27 December 2026.
Is December 2026 registration open?
The annual calendar listed September windows, but the dedicated CAIIB page currently says dates will be notified. Check the live IIBF portal.
Who can apply?
IIBF members who have completed JAIIB or Part I of the Associate Examination and whose membership subscription is not in arrears can apply.
What is the first-attempt fee?
The first-attempt fee is ₹5,000, excluding applicable taxes and charges.
How many papers are there?
Candidates must pass four compulsory papers and one elective, making five papers.
Is there negative marking?
No. There is no negative marking for incorrect answers.
Are there numerical questions without options?
Yes. Some subjects may contain numerical questions requiring candidates to enter the calculated answer.
How many attempts are allowed?
Candidates are allowed five attempts within three years, whichever limit is reached first.
Can the elective be changed?
IIBF permits candidates to change their elective in a subsequent attempt, subject to applicable rules.
When will the admit letter be released?
It will be made available before the examination. Monitor your IIBF profile and official notices.
Where can candidates apply?
Apply through the official IIBF website and candidate portal when registration is active.
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