IBPS RRB Recruitment 2026: The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has released the IBPS RRB Notification 2026 for 13,706 indicative vacancies under the Common Recruitment Process for RRBs-XV (CRP RRBs-XV). The recruitment is for Office Assistant (Multipurpose), Officer Scale I, Officer Scale II and Officer Scale III posts in 28 Regional Rural Banks. Eligible candidates can apply online from 1 September 2026 to 21 September 2026 through the official IBPS website. The selected candidates will be posted in Regional Rural Banks across India.
The recruitment is a major opportunity for graduates and experienced banking professionals looking to join Regional Rural Banks. Candidates should carefully check the post-wise educational qualification, age limit, experience requirements and local-language eligibility before submitting their applications. Since the vacancies are indicative, applicants should also read the official notification carefully for the RRB-wise vacancy position and other conditions.
IBPS RRB Recruitment 2026: Overview
The key details of the recruitment are given below for candidates preparing to apply.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) |
| Recruitment | CRP RRBs-XV |
| Total Vacancies | 13,706 Indicative Posts |
| Participating RRBs | 28 Regional Rural Banks |
| Posts | Office Assistant, Officer Scale I, II & III |
| Qualification | Bachelor’s Degree / Post-specific Qualification |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 1 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 21 September 2026 |
| Job Location | Regional Rural Banks across India |
| Official Website | IBPS |
IBPS RRB Vacancy 2026: Post-Wise Vacancies
The IBPS RRB Vacancy 2026 includes 8,183 vacancies for Office Assistant along with vacancies for Officer Scale I, Scale II specialist and general banking posts, and Officer Scale III.
| Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Office Assistant (Multipurpose) | 8,183 |
| Officer Scale I | 4,256 |
| Officer Scale II – General Banking Officer | 666 |
| Officer Scale II – IT | 182 |
| Officer Scale II – Chartered Accountant | 81 |
| Officer Scale II – Law Officer | 46 |
| Officer Scale II – Treasury Manager | 18 |
| Officer Scale II – Marketing Officer | 16 |
| Officer Scale II – Agricultural Officer | 38 |
| Officer Scale III | 220 |
| Total | 13,706 |
The vacancies mentioned above are indicative. Category-wise reservations, including applicable reservations for SC, ST, OBC and PwBD candidates, will be governed by the rules and conditions mentioned in the official notification.
Educational Qualification
Candidates must meet the prescribed educational qualification for the post they intend to apply for. The requirements are different for Office Assistant, Officer Scale I and the specialist officer posts.
| Post | Qualification and Experience |
|---|---|
| Office Assistant | Bachelor’s degree in any discipline. Proficiency in the prescribed local language is required. Computer knowledge is desirable. No experience required. |
| Officer Scale I | Bachelor’s degree in any discipline. Local-language proficiency is required. Computer knowledge is desirable. No experience required. |
| Officer Scale II – General Banking Officer | Bachelor’s degree with at least 50% marks and prescribed experience as an officer in a bank or financial institution. |
| Officer Scale II – IT | Bachelor’s degree in Electronics, Communication, Computer Science, Information Technology or equivalent with at least 50% marks and prescribed relevant experience. |
| Officer Scale II – Chartered Accountant | Chartered Accountant qualification with prescribed experience. |
| Officer Scale II – Law Officer | Degree in Law or equivalent with at least 50% marks and prescribed legal experience. |
| Officer Scale II – Treasury Manager | Chartered Accountant or MBA in Finance with prescribed relevant experience. |
| Officer Scale II – Marketing Officer | MBA in Marketing with prescribed relevant experience. |
| Officer Scale II – Agricultural Officer | Bachelor’s degree in the prescribed agriculture or allied discipline with at least 50% marks and relevant experience. |
| Officer Scale III | Bachelor’s degree with at least 50% marks and prescribed officer-level banking or financial institution experience. |
Candidates applying for Office Assistant and Officer Scale I should pay particular attention to the local-language requirement applicable to the participating RRB.
Age Limit
The age limit varies according to the post. Candidates must satisfy the prescribed age conditions as on 1 September 2026.
| Post | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Office Assistant | 18 to 28 years |
| Officer Scale I | 18 to 30 years |
| Officer Scale II | 21 to 32 years |
| Officer Scale III | 21 to 40 years |
Age Relaxation
Relaxation in the upper age limit is available to eligible candidates belonging to reserved categories according to the applicable government rules and IBPS notification.
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| OBC/MOBC | 3 Years |
| ST | 5 Years |
| PwD | 10 Years |
Candidates belonging to other eligible categories should check the official notification for the applicable age-relaxation provisions.
Salary
The salary and allowances for IBPS RRB posts are governed by the applicable pay structure and service rules of the Regional Rural Banks.
| Post | Salary |
|---|---|
| Office Assistant | As per applicable RRB pay rules |
| Officer Scale I | As per applicable RRB pay rules |
| Officer Scale II | As per applicable RRB pay rules |
| Officer Scale III | As per applicable RRB pay rules |
Candidates should refer to the official notification and applicable RRB service rules for detailed pay-scale and allowance information.
Application Fee
Candidates are required to pay the prescribed application fee during the online application process.
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| SC, ST, PwBD, ESM and DESM | ₹175 |
| All Other Candidates | ₹850 |
The fee should be paid through the online payment facility available during registration.
Selection Process
The selection process depends on the post applied for.
Office Assistant (Multipurpose)
- Preliminary Examination
- Main Examination
- Provisional Allotment
There is no interview for the Office Assistant post.
Officer Scale I
- Preliminary Examination
- Main Examination
- Interview
- Final Merit
Officer Scale II and III
- Single Online Examination
- Interview
- Final Merit
For Officer Scale I, II and III, the final merit is prepared by combining examination and interview performance according to the weightage prescribed by IBPS.
IBPS RRB Exam Pattern 2026
Candidates should understand the examination structure before beginning their preparation.
Preliminary Examination
The preliminary examination is applicable to Office Assistant and Officer Scale I.
| Test | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reasoning | 40 | 40 | 25 Minutes |
| Numerical Ability / Quantitative Aptitude | 40 | 40 | 20 Minutes |
| Total | 80 | 80 | 45 Minutes |
Main Examination for Office Assistant and Officer Scale I
| Test | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reasoning | 40 | 50 | 30 Minutes |
| Computer Knowledge | 40 | 20 | 15 Minutes |
| General Awareness | 40 | 40 | 15 Minutes |
| English or Hindi Language | 40 | 40 | 30 Minutes |
| Numerical Ability / Quantitative Aptitude | 40 | 50 | 30 Minutes |
| Total | 200 | 200 | 120 Minutes |
Single Examination for Officer Scale II General Banking Officer and Scale III
| Test | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reasoning | 40 | 50 | 30 Minutes |
| Computer Knowledge | 40 | 20 | 15 Minutes |
| Financial Awareness | 40 | 40 | 15 Minutes |
| English or Hindi Language | 40 | 40 | 30 Minutes |
| Quantitative Aptitude and Data Interpretation | 40 | 50 | 30 Minutes |
| Total | 200 | 200 | 120 Minutes |
Single Examination for Officer Scale II Specialist Officers
| Test | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Professional Knowledge | 40 | 40 | 30 Minutes |
| Reasoning | 40 | 40 | 30 Minutes |
| Financial Awareness | 40 | 40 | 15 Minutes |
| English or Hindi Language | 40 | 20 | 30 Minutes |
| Computer Knowledge | 40 | 20 | 15 Minutes |
| Quantitative Aptitude and Data Interpretation | 40 | 40 | 30 Minutes |
| Total | 240 | 200 | 150 Minutes |
Candidates should also note that negative marking is applicable for wrong answers as prescribed in the examination rules.
Important Dates
Candidates should keep the following dates in mind while applying for IBPS RRB Recruitment 2026.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 1 September 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 1 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 21 September 2026 |
| Officer Scale I Preliminary Exam | 21 & 22 November 2026 |
| Office Assistant Preliminary Exam | 6, 12 & 13 December 2026 |
| Officer Scale I Main Exam | 20 December 2026 |
| Officer Scale II & III Single Exam | 20 December 2026 |
| Office Assistant Main Exam | 30 January 2027 |
| Officer Interviews | January/February 2027 |
| Provisional Allotment | February/March 2027 |
How to Apply for IBPS RRB Recruitment 2026
Eligible candidates can submit their applications online through the official IBPS website. Before starting the registration process, candidates should keep their educational documents, photograph, signature and other required details ready.
- Visit the official IBPS website.
- Open the CRP RRBs section.
- Select CRP RRBs-XV.
- Choose the relevant application link for Office Assistant or Officer posts.
- Read the official notification carefully.
- Complete the online registration.
- Enter the required personal and educational details.
- Upload the required photograph, signature and documents in the prescribed format.
- Check all details carefully before submission.
- Pay the applicable application fee.
- Submit the application form.
- Save and print the completed application form and payment receipt for future reference.
Candidates are advised not to wait until the final day to submit the application. Any discrepancy in the information provided in the application can create problems during later stages of the recruitment process.
Important Links
| Particular | Official Link |
|---|---|
| Official IBPS Website | ibps.in |
| CRP RRBs-XV | Official IBPS RRB Page |
| Official Notification | IBPS CRP RRBs-XV Notification |
| Online Application | IBPS RRB Apply Online |
Candidates are advised to complete the IBPS RRB Recruitment 2026 application process well before the deadline and carefully verify all details before final submission. Before applying, applicants should read the official CRP RRBs-XV notification in full and ensure that they meet the prescribed educational qualification, age limit, local-language and experience requirements for the post concerned. Only information published by IBPS should be treated as final in case of any discrepancy.
