IBPS RRB Recruitment 2026 | Apply Online for 13,706 Officer & Office Assistant Posts
IBPS RRB Recruitment 2026 is a major banking recruitment opportunity for graduates across India. The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has announced 13,706 vacancies under the Common Recruitment Process for Regional Rural Banks (CRP RRBs).
The recruitment covers Group A Officer posts in Scale I, II and III, along with Group B Office Assistant (Multipurpose) positions. Freshers can apply for eligible posts, while several specialist and senior-level positions require relevant qualifications and work experience.
The online application process starts on 1 September 2026 and will remain open until 21 September 2026. Candidates should check their eligibility carefully before submitting the application.
IBPS RRB Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) |
| Recruitment | IBPS RRB Recruitment 2026 |
| Posts | Group A Officers and Group B Office Assistants |
| Total Vacancies | 13,706 |
| Experience | Freshers and experienced candidates, depending on post |
| Job Location | Across India |
| Batch | 2026 and below |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 01 September 2026 |
| Last Date | 21 September 2026 |
| Official Website | www.ibps.in |
IBPS RRB Vacancy 2026
The 13,706 vacancies are distributed across Office Assistant, Officer Scale I, Scale II specialist posts and Officer Scale III.
| Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Office Assistant (Multipurpose) | 8,183 |
| Officer Scale I | 4,256 |
| Officer Scale II Agriculture Officer | 38 |
| Officer Scale II Law Officer | 46 |
| Officer Scale II Chartered Accountant | 81 |
| Officer Scale II IT Officer | 182 |
| Officer Scale II General Banking Officer | 666 |
| Officer Scale II Marketing Officer | 16 |
| Officer Scale II Treasury Manager | 18 |
| Officer Scale III | 220 |
| Total | 13,706 |
IBPS RRB Eligibility Criteria 2026
Office Assistant (Multipurpose)
Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized university or an equivalent qualification. They must also have proficiency in the local language prescribed by the participating RRB.
Officer Scale I
Applicants need a Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized university or equivalent qualification. Preference is given to candidates with degrees in agriculture, horticulture, forestry, animal husbandry, veterinary science, agricultural engineering, pisciculture, agricultural marketing and cooperation, IT, management, law, economics or accountancy.
Local language proficiency is also required.
Officer Scale II General Banking Officer
Candidates need a Bachelor’s degree in any discipline with at least 50% marks. Preference may be given to candidates from banking, finance, marketing, agriculture, IT, management, law, economics, accountancy and related disciplines.
The post also requires two years of experience as an officer in a bank or financial institution.
Officer Scale II IT Officer
Candidates should hold a relevant Bachelor’s degree with at least 50% marks in Electronics, Communication, Computer Science, Information Technology or an equivalent field. One year of relevant experience is required.
Officer Scale II CA
Applicants must be a Certified Associate of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India and have one year of experience as a Chartered Accountant.
Officer Scale II Law Officer
Candidates need a Law degree with at least 50% marks. They must also have two years of experience as an advocate or as a Law Officer in a bank or financial institution.
Officer Scale II Treasury Manager
Applicants must have a CA qualification or MBA in Finance from a recognized university or institution, along with one year of relevant experience.
Officer Scale II Marketing Officer
Candidates require an MBA in Marketing from a recognized university and one year of relevant experience.
Officer Scale II Agriculture Officer
Applicants need a relevant Bachelor’s degree with at least 50% marks in agriculture, horticulture, dairy, animal husbandry, forestry, veterinary science, agricultural engineering or pisciculture. One year of relevant experience is required.
Officer Scale III
Candidates need a Bachelor’s degree in any discipline with at least 50% marks. Preference is given to relevant banking, finance, agriculture, IT, management, law, economics, accountancy and related qualifications.
A minimum of five years of experience as an officer in a bank or financial institution is required.
IBPS RRB Age Limit 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 applies as follows:
- SC/ST: 5 years
- OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 years
- PwBD: 10 years
- Ex-Servicemen/Disabled Ex-Servicemen: 5 years
- Eligible widows, divorced women and legally separated women who have not remarried: up to 35 years for General/EWS, 38 years for OBC and 40 years for SC/ST candidates
IBPS RRB Selection Process 2026
The selection process depends on the post. For Office Assistant and Officer Scale I, candidates go through the Preliminary Examination followed by the Main Examination. For Officer Scale II and III, the recruitment includes a single-level examination, with interviews for officer posts as applicable.
There is a 0.25-mark penalty for each wrong answer.
Preliminary Examination
For Office Assistant and Officer Scale I, the preliminary test contains 80 questions for 80 marks and lasts 45 minutes.
| Section | Questions | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reasoning | 40 | 40 | 25 minutes |
| Numerical Ability/Quantitative Aptitude | 40 | 40 | 20 minutes |
| Total | 80 | 80 | 45 minutes |
Main Examination
The Main Examination for Office Assistant and Officer Scale I carries 200 questions and 200 marks with a total duration of 120 minutes. Sections include Reasoning, Computer Knowledge, General/Financial Awareness, English or Hindi Language and Numerical/Quantitative Ability, as applicable.
Officer Scale II and III examinations also include areas such as Reasoning, Computer Knowledge, Financial Awareness, Language and Quantitative Aptitude. Specialist Scale II posts include Professional Knowledge.
IBPS RRB Application Fee 2026
The application fee is:
- SC/ST/PwBD/ESM/DESM: ₹175
- All other candidates: ₹850
IBPS RRB Important Dates 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Registration | 01 September to 21 September 2026 |
| Fee Payment | 01 September to 21 September 2026 |
| Edit/Correction Window | 2 days after registration closes, date to be notified |
| Pre-Exam Training | November 2026 |
| Preliminary Exam | November/December 2026 |
| Preliminary Result | December 2026/January 2027 |
| Main/Single Exam | December 2026/February 2027 |
| Officer Scale I, II & III Result | January 2027 |
| Interview | January/February 2027 |
| Provisional Allotment | February/March 2027 |
How to Apply for IBPS RRB Recruitment 2026?
Eligible candidates can apply online through the IBPS recruitment portal. Before applying, keep the required documents and educational details ready.
Visit the official IBPS website, open the RRB Recruitment 2026 application link, register with the required details and complete the application form. Upload the necessary documents, pay the applicable fee and submit the form before 21 September 2026.
Save a copy of the submitted application for future reference.
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| Apply Here for Office Assistant (Multipurpose) | Click Here |
| Apply Here for Officer Scale-I, II, and III | Click Here |
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IBPS RRB Recruitment 2026 FAQs
1. How many vacancies are available in IBPS RRB Recruitment 2026?
IBPS RRB Recruitment 2026 offers a total of 13,706 vacancies for Office Assistant and Officer Scale I, II and III posts.
2. What is the last date to apply for IBPS RRB 2026?
The last date to submit the online application is 21 September 2026.
3. Can freshers apply for IBPS RRB Recruitment 2026?
Yes. Freshers can apply for eligible positions such as Office Assistant and Officer Scale I if they meet the required educational and local-language conditions. Some Scale II and Scale III positions require relevant experience.
4. What is the IBPS RRB application fee?
The fee is ₹850 for all other candidates and ₹175 for SC/ST/PwBD/ESM/DESM candidates.
5. What is the selection process for IBPS RRB Recruitment 2026?
The selection process varies by post. Office Assistant and Officer Scale I candidates appear for Preliminary and Main examinations, while Officer Scale II and III recruitment involves a single-level examination and interview stages as applicable.
