IBPS RRB Recruitment 2026 – The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has started the recruitment process for 13,706 vacancies under the IBPS CRP RRBs XV recruitment exercise. The recruitment is being conducted for various posts in participating Regional Rural Banks (RRBs) across the country.
The vacancies include Office Assistant (Multipurpose) as well as Officer posts in Scale-I, Scale-II and Scale-III. Candidates with the required educational qualifications and, wherever applicable, professional qualifications and experience can submit their applications through the online portal.
For candidates from Assam, a total of 352 vacancies are available under Assam Gramin Vikash Bank.
The online application process begins on 1 September 2026, while the last date for submission of the application form is 21 September 2026.
IBPS RRB Recruitment 2026 In Short
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) |
| Examination | IBPS CRP RRBs XV |
| Posts | Officer Scale I, II, III & Office Assistant |
| Total Vacancies | 13,706 |
| Vacancies in Assam | 352 |
| Qualification | Graduation / Professional Qualification |
| Age Limit | 18 years to 40 years, depending on post |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Fee | Rs. 850 / Rs. 175 for reserved categories |
| Application Starts | 1 September 2026 |
| Last Date | 21 September 2026 |
| Preliminary Exam Centres in Assam | Dibrugarh, Guwahati, Jorhat, Silchar, Tezpur |
Vacancy Details of IBPS RRB Recruitment 2026
The IBPS RRB XV recruitment covers posts under both Group “A” Officers and Group “B” Office Assistants (Multipurpose).
A total of 13,706 posts have been announced.
Post-wise Vacancy
| Name of Post | Number of Posts |
|---|---|
| Office Assistant (Multipurpose) | 8,183 |
| Officer Scale-I (Assistant Manager) | 4,256 |
| Officer Scale-II – General Banking Officer (Manager) | 666 |
| Officer Scale-II – Information Technology | 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 – Agriculture Officer | 38 |
| Officer Scale-III | 220 |
| Total | 13,706 |
IBPS RRB Vacancy in Assam
For Assam, recruitment will be carried out through Assam Gramin Vikash Bank.
A total of 352 vacancies are available.
| Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Office Assistant | 181 |
| Officer Scale-I (Assistant Manager) | 169 |
| Officer Scale-II – IT Officer | 1 |
| Officer Scale-II – Treasury Manager | 1 |
| Total | 352 |
IBPS RRB Exam Centres in Assam
Candidates appearing for the examination in Assam can choose from the centres specified in the recruitment details.
Preliminary Examination Centres:
- Dibrugarh
- Guwahati
- Jorhat
- Silchar
- Tezpur
Main/Single Examination Centres:
- Dibrugarh
- Guwahati
- Jorhat
- Silchar
Eligibility Criteria for IBPS RRB Recruitment 2026
The eligibility conditions are different for the various posts. Candidates should ensure that they satisfy the prescribed qualification, age and language requirements before submitting their application.
Nationality / Citizenship
Candidates applying for the recruitment should fulfil one of the citizenship conditions prescribed by IBPS, including:
- Citizen of India; or
- Subject of Nepal; or
- Subject of Bhutan; or
- Tibetan refugee who entered India before 1 January 1962 with the intention of permanently settling in India; or
- A person of Indian origin who has migrated from specified countries with the intention of permanently settling in India, subject to the required Government of India certificate of eligibility.
Local Language Requirement
Candidates applying for Office Assistant posts in a particular RRB must have proficiency in the local language prescribed for that RRB.
The required proficiency includes the ability to read, write, speak and understand the concerned language.
State-wise Local Languages
| State/UT | Required Local Language |
|---|---|
| Andhra Pradesh | Telugu |
| Arunachal Pradesh | English |
| Assam | Assamese, Bengali, Bodo |
| Bihar | Hindi |
| Chhattisgarh | Hindi |
| Gujarat | Gujarati |
| Haryana | Hindi |
| Himachal Pradesh | Hindi |
| Jammu & Kashmir | Dogri, Kashmiri, Punjabi, Urdu, Gojri, Pahari, Ladakhi, Balti (Palli), Dardi, Hindi |
| Jharkhand | Hindi |
| Karnataka | Kannada |
| Kerala | Malayalam |
| Madhya Pradesh | Hindi |
| Maharashtra | Marathi |
| Manipur | Manipuri |
| Meghalaya | Khasi, Garo |
| Mizoram | Mizo |
| Nagaland | English |
| Odisha | Odia |
| Puducherry | Tamil, Malayalam, Telugu |
| Punjab | Punjabi |
| Rajasthan | Hindi |
| Tamil Nadu | Tamil |
| Telangana | Telugu, Urdu |
| Tripura | Bengali, Kokborok |
| Uttar Pradesh | Hindi, Urdu, Sanskrit |
| Uttarakhand | Hindi, Sanskrit |
| West Bengal | Bengali, Nepali |
Age Limit of IBPS RRB Recruitment 2026
The age will be calculated as on 1 September 2026.
| Post | Age Requirement |
|---|---|
| Office Assistant | 18 to 28 years |
| Officer Scale-I | Above 18 years and below 30 years |
| Officer Scale-II | Above 21 years and below 32 years |
| Officer Scale-III | Above 21 years and below 40 years |
For Office Assistant posts, candidates should have been born between 2 September 1998 and 1 September 2008, both dates inclusive.
For Officer Scale-I, the prescribed birth-date range is 2 September 1996 to 1 September 2008.
For Officer Scale-II, candidates should have been born between 2 September 1994 and 1 September 2005.
For Officer Scale-III, the applicable birth-date range is 2 September 1986 to 1 September 2005.
Age Relaxation
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST | 5 years |
| OBC-NCL | 3 years |
| PwBD | 10 years |
Educational Qualification of IBPS RRB Recruitment 2026
Office Assistant (Multipurpose)
Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognised university or an equivalent qualification.
Additional requirements:
- Proficiency in the prescribed local language of the participating RRB.
- Working knowledge of computers is desirable.
Officer Scale-I – Assistant Manager
Applicants must have a Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognised university or its equivalent.
Preference may be given to candidates holding degrees in fields such as:
- Agriculture
- Horticulture
- Forestry
- Animal Husbandry
- Veterinary Science
- Agricultural Engineering
- Pisciculture
- Agricultural Marketing & Cooperation
- Information Technology
- Management
- Law
- Economics
- Accountancy
Candidates must also possess proficiency in the prescribed local language.
Working knowledge of computers is desirable.
Officer Scale-II – General Banking Officer
Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in any discipline with at least 50% marks in aggregate.
Preference may be given to candidates having qualifications in banking, finance, marketing, agriculture, horticulture, forestry, animal husbandry, veterinary science, agricultural engineering, pisciculture, agricultural marketing and cooperation, information technology, management, law, economics or accountancy.
Experience: Minimum 2 years of experience as an officer in a Bank or Financial Institution.
Officer Scale-II – Information Technology
Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree from a recognised university in:
- Electronics
- Communication
- Computer Science
- Information Technology
or an equivalent qualification, with at least 50% marks in aggregate.
Knowledge/certification in areas such as ASP, PHP, C++, Java, VB, VC, OCP, etc. is desirable.
Experience: Minimum 1 year of relevant experience.
Officer Scale-II – Chartered Accountant
Candidates must be a Certified Associate (CA) from the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India.
Experience: Minimum 1 year of experience as a Chartered Accountant.
Officer Scale-II – Law Officer
Candidates should possess a Law degree from a recognised university with at least 50% marks in aggregate.
Candidates must have either:
- 2 years of experience as an Advocate, or
- At least 2 years of experience as a Law Officer in a Bank or Financial Institution.
Officer Scale-II – Marketing Officer
Candidates must possess an MBA in Marketing from a recognised university.
Experience: Minimum 1 year of relevant experience.
Officer Scale-II – Treasury Manager
Candidates should have either:
- Chartered Accountant qualification; or
- MBA in Finance from a recognised university/institution.
Experience: Minimum 1 year of relevant experience.
Officer Scale-II – Agriculture Officer
Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s degree in any of the following:
- Agriculture
- Horticulture
- Dairy
- Animal Husbandry
- Forestry
- Veterinary Science
- Agricultural Engineering
- Pisciculture
The degree must be from a recognised university or equivalent institution, with at least 50% marks in aggregate.
Experience: Minimum 2 years of relevant experience.
Officer Scale-III
Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognised university with at least 50% marks in aggregate.
Preference may be given to candidates having a degree or diploma in areas including:
- Banking
- Finance
- Marketing
- Agriculture
- Horticulture
- Forestry
- Animal Husbandry
- Veterinary Science
- Agricultural Engineering
- Pisciculture
- Agricultural Marketing & Cooperation
- Information Technology
- Management
- Law
- Economics
- Accountancy
Experience: Minimum 5 years as an Officer in a Bank or Financial Institution.
Selection Process of IBPS RRB Recruitment 2026
The selection method depends on the post applied for.
| Post | Selection Stages |
|---|---|
| Office Assistant | Preliminary Exam → Main Exam → Final Allotment |
| Officer Scale-I | Preliminary Exam → Main Exam → Interview → Final Selection |
| Officer Scale-II & III | Single Online Exam → Interview → Final Selection |
IBPS RRB Office Assistant Exam Pattern
The Office Assistant examination is conducted in two stages.
Preliminary Examination
The preliminary test contains 80 questions carrying 80 marks, with a total duration of 45 minutes.
| Section | Questions | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reasoning Ability | 40 | 40 | 25 minutes |
| Numerical Ability | 40 | 40 | 20 minutes |
| Total | 80 | 80 | 45 minutes |
There is a 1/4th negative marking for every incorrect answer.
Main Examination
The Main Examination consists of 200 questions for 200 marks and is conducted for 120 minutes.
| Section | Questions | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reasoning | 40 | 50 | 30 minutes |
| Computer Knowledge | 40 | 20 | 15 minutes |
| General Awareness | 40 | 40 | 15 minutes |
| English/Hindi Language | 40 | 40 | 30 minutes |
| Numerical Ability | 40 | 50 | 30 minutes |
| Total | 200 | 200 | 120 minutes |
IBPS RRB Officer Scale-I Exam Pattern
Preliminary Examination
The preliminary examination contains 80 questions for 80 marks and has a duration of 45 minutes.
| Section | Questions | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reasoning Ability | 40 | 40 | 25 minutes |
| Numerical Ability | 40 | 40 | 20 minutes |
| Total | 80 | 80 | 45 minutes |
A 1/4th penalty is applicable for incorrect answers.
Main Examination
The Main Examination consists of 200 questions carrying 200 marks, with a duration of 120 minutes.
| Section | Questions | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reasoning | 40 | 50 | 30 minutes |
| Computer Knowledge | 40 | 20 | 15 minutes |
| General Awareness | 40 | 40 | 15 minutes |
| English/Hindi Language | 40 | 40 | 30 minutes |
| Numerical Ability | 40 | 50 | 30 minutes |
| Total | 200 | 200 | 120 minutes |
Application Fee of IBPS RRB Recruitment 2026
Candidates are required to pay the prescribed application fee while submitting the online form.
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| SC / ST / PwBD | Rs. 175 |
| All Other Candidates | Rs. 850 |
The fee structure applies to both Officer posts and Office Assistant posts as specified in the recruitment details.
How to Apply for IBPS RRB Recruitment 2026
Candidates who fulfil the eligibility requirements can submit their applications through the official IBPS recruitment portal.
Steps to Submit the Application
- Visit the official IBPS recruitment website.
- Open the IBPS CRP RRBs XV recruitment section.
- Click on the Online Application Form.
- Select “Click Here for New Registration” and complete the registration.
- Use the registration details to log in to the application portal.
- Enter your personal, educational and other required information.
- Upload the necessary documents in the prescribed format.
- Pay the applicable application fee.
- Review the information entered in the form carefully.
- Submit the application.
- Download and keep a printout of the completed application form for future reference.
Important Dates of IBPS RRB Recruitment 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Starts | 1 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 21 September 2026 |
| Preliminary Exam Call Letter | November / December 2026 |
| Preliminary Examination | November / December 2026 |
| Preliminary Exam Result | December 2026 / January 2027 |
| Main/Single Exam Call Letter | December 2026 / January 2027 |
| Main/Single Examination | December 2026 / January 2027 |
| Result for Officer Scale I, II & III | January 2027 |
| Officer Interview Call Letter | January 2027 |
| Officer Interview | January / February 2027 |
| Provisional Allotment | February / March 2027 |
Important Points for Candidates
- IBPS has announced 13,706 vacancies under CRP RRBs XV.
- 352 vacancies are available in Assam under Assam Gramin Vikash Bank.
- Office Assistant recruitment requires a Bachelor’s degree in any discipline.
- Officer posts have different qualification and experience requirements.
- Local-language proficiency is an important requirement for Office Assistant applicants.
- Candidates can apply according to the post-specific eligibility conditions.
- There is 1/4th negative marking in the preliminary examinations mentioned above.
- Candidates should complete the application before 21 September 2026.
- The recruitment process and dates are subject to the official IBPS schedule.
Important Links for IBPS RRB Recruitment 2026
| Online Application for Office Assistant | Click Here |
| Online Application for Officer Scale (Scale-I, II & III) | Click Here |
| Official Notification | Click Here |
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