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IBPS RRB Notification 2026 Out: 13,706 Vacancies, Apply Online

IBPS RRB Notification 2026 Out: 13,706 Vacancies, Apply Online

Official Notification Released 13,706 Indicative Vacancies

IBPS RRB Notification 2026 Out: 13,706 Vacancies, Eligibility, Exam Dates and Apply Online Links

The IBPS RRB Notification 2026 has been released under CRP RRBs-XV for recruitment to Office Assistants (Multipurpose) and Officers Scale I, II and III in participating Regional Rural Banks. Online applications are open from 1 September to 21 September 2026.

Important clarification: In this recruitment, RRB refers to Regional Rural Banks. It is not related to the Railway Recruitment Boards.

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Recruitment summary

IBPS RRB Recruitment 2026 Overview

The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection has started the fifteenth Common Recruitment Process for Regional Rural Banks. The process is officially called CRP RRBs-XV. It covers Group “A” Officer posts and the Group “B” Office Assistants (Multipurpose) post.

Recruiting organisation Institute of Banking Personnel Selection
Recruitment cycle CRP RRBs-XV
Total vacancies 13,706 indicative posts
Application mode Online only
Registration period 1–21 September 2026
Official website www.ibps.in

Candidates commonly search for these posts as IBPS RRB Clerk and IBPS RRB PO. However, the official post names are Office Assistants (Multipurpose) and Officer Scale I. Applicants should use the official names while reviewing eligibility, vacancies and application instructions.

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Application and examination schedule

IBPS RRB Important Dates 2026

Activity Official or tentative date
Online application begins 1 September 2026
Last date for registration 21 September 2026
Last date to edit application details 21 September 2026
Last date for online fee payment 21 September 2026
Officer Scale I preliminary examination 21 and 22 November 2026
Officer Scale I main examination 20 December 2026
Officer Scale II and III single examination 20 December 2026
Office Assistant preliminary examination 6, 12 and 13 December 2026
Office Assistant main examination 30 January 2027
Application advice

Candidates should not wait until 21 September to submit the form. Heavy traffic, payment failures, document-upload problems or incorrect information entered in a hurry can cause avoidable difficulties.

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Post-wise recruitment

IBPS RRB Vacancy 2026

A total of 13,706 indicative vacancies have been reported across participating Regional Rural Banks. The largest number of openings is available for Office Assistants (Multipurpose), followed by Officer Scale I.

Post Commonly searched name Indicative vacancies
Office Assistants (Multipurpose) IBPS RRB Clerk 8,183
Officer Scale I IBPS RRB PO 4,256
Officer Scale II – General Banking General Banking Officer 666
Officer Scale II – Information Technology IT Officer 182
Officer Scale II – Chartered Accountant CA Officer 81
Officer Scale II – Law Law Officer 46
Officer Scale II – Agriculture Agriculture Officer 38
Officer Scale II – Treasury Treasury Manager 18
Officer Scale II – Marketing Marketing Officer 16
Officer Scale III Senior Manager 220
Total indicative vacancies 13,706

These vacancies are indicative. IBPS and the participating Regional Rural Banks may revise the category-wise, state-wise or bank-wise distribution during the recruitment process.

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Qualification, age and experience

IBPS RRB Eligibility Criteria 2026

Eligibility cut-off dates

Age is calculated as on 1 September 2026. Required educational qualifications and professional experience must be completed by 21 September 2026.

Office Assistants (Multipurpose)

Age: Between 18 and 28 years.

Qualification: Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognised university or its equivalent.

Additional requirement: Proficiency in the prescribed local language. Working knowledge of computers is desirable.

Officer Scale I

Age: Above 18 and below 30 years.

Qualification: Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognised university or its equivalent.

Additional requirement: Prescribed local-language proficiency. Computer knowledge is desirable.

Officer Scale II

Age: Above 21 and below 32 years.

Qualification: Depends on the selected General Banking or Specialist Officer post.

Experience: Relevant professional experience of one or two years is generally required according to the role.

Officer Scale III

Age: Above 21 and below 40 years.

Qualification: Bachelor’s degree in any discipline with at least 50% aggregate marks.

Experience: At least five years as an officer in a bank or financial institution.

Officer Scale II Qualification and Experience

Scale II post Principal requirement
General Banking Officer Bachelor’s degree with at least 50% and two years as an officer in a bank or financial institution
IT Officer Relevant Electronics, Communication, Computer Science or IT degree with at least 50% and one year of experience
Chartered Accountant CA qualification from ICAI and applicable professional experience
Law Officer Law degree with at least 50% and the prescribed legal experience
Treasury Manager Chartered Accountant or MBA in Finance with relevant experience
Marketing Officer MBA in Marketing with relevant experience
Agriculture Officer Relevant agriculture or allied-subject degree with at least 50% and prescribed field experience

Age Relaxation

Category Standard upper-age relaxation
Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe 5 years
Other Backward Classes – Non-Creamy Layer 3 years
Persons with Benchmark Disabilities 10 years

Separate relaxation conditions apply to eligible ex-servicemen, commissioned officers, widows, divorced women and other notified categories. Candidates claiming relaxation must possess valid certificates in the required format.

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Online payment information

IBPS RRB Application Fee 2026

SC, ST and PwBD applicants ₹175

Applicable to eligible candidates under the relevant Officer or Office Assistant application.

Other applicants ₹850

Applicable to General, OBC, EWS and other candidates not covered by the concessional fee.

For the Office Assistant post, the concessional fee also applies to eligible ESM and DESM candidates. Bank transaction charges, if applicable, must be paid separately. Fees once paid are generally non-refundable.

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Recruitment stages

IBPS RRB Selection Process 2026

Office Assistant Prelims → Mains → Provisional Allotment

No interview is conducted for Office Assistants.

Officer Scale I Prelims → Mains → Interview
Officers Scale II and III Single Examination → Interview → Provisional Allotment

Candidates must obtain the required scores at each applicable stage. Final allotment depends on merit, vacancies, category, state or RRB preferences, document verification, eligibility and other official conditions.

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Registration guidance

How to Apply Online for IBPS RRB 2026

  1. 1

    Select the correct application

    Use the Office Assistant portal or the Officers Scale I, II and III portal according to the post.

  2. 2

    Complete new registration

    Enter an active mobile number and personal email address. Keep both active throughout the recruitment process.

  3. 3

    Enter personal and academic details

    Fill in your name, date of birth, category, qualifications, experience and other information exactly as shown in official records.

  4. 4

    Select state and RRB preferences

    Review the local-language requirement and vacancy position before choosing participating Regional Rural Banks.

  5. 5

    Upload the required documents

    Upload clear files in the format and size prescribed in the notification. A live photograph must also be captured.

  6. 6

    Preview the entire application

    Check names, category, post, state preferences, qualifications and uploaded files before final submission.

  7. 7

    Pay the fee and save proof

    Complete online payment and download the application form, e-receipt and registration information.

Can candidates apply for more than one post?

A candidate may apply for Office Assistants (Multipurpose) and also for one Officer post. However, only one post may be selected within the Officer cadre: Scale I, Scale II or Scale III. Separate applications and fees are required.

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Application preparation

Documents Required for IBPS RRB Application

Recent passport-size photograph
Live photograph captured during registration
Clear signature—not in capital letters
Left-thumb impression
Handwritten declaration in English
Class 10 or equivalent certificate
Qualification and mark details
Experience information for applicable posts
Valid category certificate, where applicable
Disability certificate or UDID card, where applicable
Active mobile number and email address
Valid identity details; Aadhaar is advised by IBPS

Uploaded files must be clear and placed in the correct upload fields. A blurred photograph, mismatched signature, incorrect declaration or unreadable certificate can lead to rejection.

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Alternative career development

Career Options Alongside IBPS RRB Preparation

IBPS RRB recruitment provides an important opportunity for graduates seeking careers in Regional Rural Banks. However, the selection process is competitive and may continue for several months. Candidates can use their preparation period to improve practical computer, communication, AI and digital skills.

These additional skills do not replace examination preparation or influence IBPS selection. They can provide alternative career options in case candidates also want to explore private employment, freelancing, digital work, business-support roles or technology-based opportunities.

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Common candidate questions

IBPS RRB Notification 2026 FAQs

Is the IBPS RRB Notification 2026 released?

Yes. IBPS has released the detailed CRP RRBs-XV notification and activated separate online application portals for Office Assistants and Officer posts.

What is the last date to apply for IBPS RRB 2026?

The last date for online registration, application editing and fee payment is 21 September 2026.

How many vacancies are available under IBPS RRB 2026?

A total of 13,706 indicative vacancies have been listed across Office Assistants and Officers Scale I, II and III.

What is the qualification for IBPS RRB Office Assistant?

Candidates need a bachelor’s degree in any discipline or an equivalent recognised qualification. Prescribed local-language proficiency is also required.

What is the IBPS RRB application fee?

The application fee is ₹175 for eligible concessional categories and ₹850 for other candidates. Applicable transaction charges may be additional.

Can I apply for Office Assistant and Officer Scale I?

Yes. A candidate may apply for Office Assistant and one Officer-cadre post by submitting separate applications and paying the applicable fees.

Is there an interview for IBPS RRB Office Assistant?

No. Office Assistant selection is based on preliminary and main examinations, followed by provisional allotment and eligibility verification.

Where can I download the official notification?

The notification should be downloaded from the official IBPS website or the CRP RRBs-XV recruitment page linked in this article.

Information verification

Recruitment status, application dates and links were last checked on 1 September 2026 using the official Institute of Banking Personnel Selection website and CRP RRBs-XV registration portals.

Editorial notice

Vacancies and examination dates may be revised by IBPS. Candidates should read the detailed notification and check subsequent notices or corrigenda before submitting an application.

Course-link disclosure

CITC course links are provided only as independent skill-based career alternatives. CITC is not connected with IBPS recruitment and does not influence examination, selection or allotment.

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