IBPS PO Handwritten Declaration & Left Thumb Impression Rules 2026

Candidates applying for banking exams like IBPS PO must upload a set of specific documents: a passport photo, signature, left thumb impression, and a handwritten declaration. The declaration has unique rules regarding text, handwriting, and layout, and is a frequent point of failure. Here is a comprehensive guide to getting these right.

Prescribed Text for IBPS PO Handwritten Declaration

The text for the declaration must be written exactly as follows. Replace the name placeholder with your own:

"I, _______ (Name of the candidate), hereby declare that all the information submitted by me in the application form is correct, true and valid. I will present the supporting documents as and when required."

IBPS PO Upload Specs at a Glance

Document	File Size (KB)	Dimensions (Pixels)	Ink Color / Guidelines
Handwritten Declaration	50 KB to 100 KB	800 x 400 pixels (preferred)	Black ink only; written in running hand (no all-caps)
Left Thumb Impression	20 KB to 50 KB	240 x 240 pixels (1:1 ratio)	Blue or Black ink pad on white paper
Passport Photograph	20 KB to 50 KB	200 x 230 pixels	Plain white background; recent photo
Signature	10 KB to 20 KB	140 x 60 pixels	Black ink only; no capital letters

🚨 Critical Rejection Trigger: Do NOT write the handwritten declaration in CAPITAL LETTERS. Declarations written in block/capital text are strictly rejected by IBPS. It must be in your normal running handwriting.

How to Prepare Your Left Thumb Impression

Ensure a clean, smudge-free thumb impression by following these rules:

Use a high-quality blue or black stamp pad.
Press your left thumb gently on the ink pad, then press it onto a plain white sheet of paper. Do not drag or slide your thumb, as it will smudge the lines.
Let the ink dry completely before scanning or snapping a photo.
Crop the impression to a perfect square (240x240 pixels) and use our IBPS PO Resizer Tool to compress it under 50 KB.

IBPS PO Bank Documents: FAQs

Q1. Can someone else write my IBPS handwritten declaration?

No, the declaration must be written solely in the candidate's own handwriting. If the handwriting on the declaration does not match the candidate's handwriting in subsequent exams or documents, it will lead to disqualification.

Q2. What ink should be used for the bank handwritten declaration?

You must use a black ink pen on white paper to write the declaration. Blue ink is not allowed for the declaration text.

Q3. Is blue ink allowed for the left thumb impression?

Yes, the left thumb impression can be captured in either blue or black ink. Blue ink stamp pads are generally preferred as they are highly legible.

Q4. What is the size limit for the IBPS declaration image in KB?

The handwritten declaration must be between 50 KB and 100 KB in JPG/JPEG format. Any image under 50 KB or over 100 KB will not be uploaded by the application system.