IBPS RRB Officer & Office Assistant Recruitment 2026 – Apply for 9,000+ Posts
Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS), Mumbai: Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) conducts the Common Recruitment Process (CRP RRBs) for recruitment of Office Assistants (Multipurpose) and Officers (Scale-I, II, and III) in 43 Regional Rural Banks across India. Graduate candidates with local language proficiency can check exam dates, patterns, syllabus, and official links.
Total Vacancies
9,000+ Posts
Qualification
Bachelor's Degree in any discipline from a recognized University or equivalent
Age Limit
18 Years (Office Assistant & Officer Scale-I) / 21 Years (Officer Scale-II & III) - 28 Years (Office Assistant) / 30 Years (Officer Scale-I) / 32 Years (Scale-II) / 40 Years (Scale-III)
Salary / Pay Level
11th Bipartite Settlement Banking Pay Scale
Application Fee
₹850/- (All Officer & Office Assistant posts)
Selection Mode
Stage 1
5. Important Dates
- Official Notification Date: Published on ibps.in
- Online Application Start Date: Active / Portal Schedule
- Online Application Last Date: Check Official Schedule
- Last Date for Fee Payment: Check Official Schedule
- Application Form Correction: Available in Correction Window
- Examination Date: Prelims & Mains Computer Based Tests
- Admit Card Release Date: 7 to 10 Days Before CBT Examination
- Result Declaration Date: Reserve List & Final Allotment Declared
6. Application Fee & Payment
- General / OBC / EWS: ₹850/- (All Officer & Office Assistant posts)
- SC / ST Candidates: ₹175/- (Intimation charges only)
- All Female Candidates: ₹850/- (General/OBC/EWS) / ₹175/- (SC/ST/PwD)
- Other Reserved / PwD: ₹175/- for PwD and Ex-Servicemen (Office Assistant)
- Payment Modes: Online via Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, IMPS, Cash Cards/Mobile Wallets.
8 & 9. Educational Qualification & Post-Wise Eligibility
General Requirement: Bachelor's Degree in any discipline from a recognized University or equivalent. Candidate must have proficiency in the local language of the State/UT where the participating Regional Rural Bank is located. Working knowledge of Computer is desirable.
| Post Name / Cadre | Total Vacancies | Minimum Prescribed Educational Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Office Assistant (Multipurpose / Clerk) | 5,500+ Posts | Bachelor's Degree in any discipline + Local Language proficiency. |
| Officer Scale-I (Assistant Manager / PO) | 3,500+ Posts | Bachelor's Degree in any discipline + Local Language proficiency. |
| Officer Scale-II (Specialist / General Banking) | 500+ Posts | Bachelor's Degree with 50% marks + 2 years banking experience. |
10. Physical Standards (PST / PET)
11. Selection Process & Stages
- Stage 1: Preliminary Online Examination (Reasoning & Quantitative Aptitude / Numerical Ability)
- Stage 2: Mains Online Examination (Reasoning, Computer Knowledge, General Awareness, English/Hindi, Quant)
- Stage 3: Common Interview (only for Officer Scale-I, II, and III; NO INTERVIEW for Office Assistant)
- Stage 4: Provisional State-Wise Allotment to participating Regional Rural Banks
12. Examination Pattern & Marking Scheme
Exam Mode: Online Computer Based Test (Prelims & Mains) •
Duration: Prelims: 45 Minutes | Mains: 120 Minutes •
Total Questions: Prelims: 80 Questions | Mains: 200 Questions •
Total Marks: Prelims: 80 Marks | Mains: 200 Marks •
Negative Marking: 1/4th (0.25) Marks deducted for each incorrect answer
| Subject / Examination Section | Total Questions | Maximum Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Prelims: Reasoning (40 Qs | 40 M) + Numerical Ability / Quant (40 Qs | 40 M) | 80 | 80 |
| Mains: Reasoning (40 Qs | 50 M), Computer Knowledge (40 Qs | 20 M), General Awareness (40 Qs | 40 M), English/Hindi (40 Qs | 40 M), Quant (40 Qs | 50 M) | 200 | 200 |
13. Subject-Wise Detailed Syllabus
📚 Reasoning (Prelims & Mains)
Puzzles and Seating Arrangement (Circular, Linear, Floor, Box), Syllogism, Inequality, Blood Relations, Direction Sense, Coding-Decoding, Order & Ranking, Alpha-Numeric-Symbol Series, Input-Output, Logical/Critical Reasoning.
📚 Numerical Ability / Quantitative Aptitude
Simplification and Approximation, Number Series (Missing & Wrong), Quadratic Equations, Data Interpretation (Bar Graph, Line Graph, Tabular, Pie Chart, Caselet), Arithmetic Topics (Ratio & Proportion, Percentage, Profit & Loss, Average, Simple & Compound Interest, Time & Work, Time & Distance, Mensuration).
📚 General & Banking Awareness
Current Affairs (National & International), Banking & Financial Awareness, RBI Policy Rates, Types of Accounts, Priority Sector Lending (PSL), Regional Rural Banks History & Regulations, Government Welfare Schemes, Headquarters of Banks, Currencies and Capitals.
📚 English / Hindi Language & Computer Knowledge
Reading Comprehension, Cloze Test, Error Detection, Para Jumbles, Fillers, Hindi/English Grammar and Vocabulary. Computer: Hardware, Software, Networking, Internet, MS Office (Word, Excel, PPT), Computer Abbreviations & Shortcuts.
14. Salary, Pay Scale & Allowances
15 & 16. Category-Wise Vacancy Breakdown
| Post Name | UR (Gen) | OBC | EWS | SC | ST | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Office Assistant & Officer Scale-I Combined | 3,800 | 2,400 | 900 | 1,350 | 550 | 9,000+ |
17. How to Apply Online – Step-by-Step Instructions
- Step 1: Visit the official IBPS website at ibps.in.
- Step 2: Click on 'CRP RRBs' and select the recruitment link for Office Assistant or Officer Scale-I.
- Step 3: Click 'Click here for New Registration' and enter your basic details.
- Step 4: Upload scanned photograph, signature, left thumb impression, and handwritten declaration.
- Step 5: Fill in your educational qualifications, select state/circle, and choose RRB preferences.
- Step 6: Pay the application fee (₹850 for Gen/OBC/EWS; ₹175 for SC/ST/PwD) through online payment gateway.
- Step 7: Submit the application and download the application confirmation printout.
18. Required Documents for Online Registration & Verification
- Graduation Degree Certificate and All Semester Marksheets
- 10th Standard Certificate (for Date of Birth verification)
- Scanned Photograph (20KB - 50KB, 200x230 pixels)
- Scanned Signature on white paper with black ink (10KB - 20KB)
- Left Thumb Impression on white paper with blue/black ink (20KB - 50KB)
- Handwritten Declaration in prescribed IBPS format (50KB - 100KB)
- Caste Certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL) in Central format (if claiming reservation)
- EWS Certificate valid for current financial year (if applicable)
19. Important Instructions for Candidates
- Candidates can apply for BOTH Office Assistant (Multipurpose) and Officer Scale-I separately by paying the fee for each post.
- Candidates must choose the State where they are proficient in the local language.
- There is NO interview for Office Assistant (Clerk); final merit is based 100% on marks in the Mains examination.
- For Officer Scale-I (PO), the ratio of weightage for Mains Exam and Interview is 80:20.
20 - 25. Official Direct Links & Application Action Buttons
| 21. Official Online Application Portal | 🚀 Apply Online (Official IBPS Portal) |
|---|---|
| 20. Download Official Notification PDF | 📄 Download Official CRP RRB Notification PDF |
| 22. Official Board Website | 🌐 Visit Official IBPS Website |
| 23. Admit Card / Exam City Intimation | Download Prelims / Mains Call Letter |
| 24. Official Answer Key & Response Sheet | Not Published by IBPS |
| 25. Examination Result & Merit List | Check Prelims / Mains / Reserve List Result |
| Detailed Subject-Wise Syllabus | Detailed IBPS Bank PO & Clerk Syllabus |
26. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. Can a candidate apply for both Office Assistant and Officer Scale-I in IBPS RRB?
Yes, a candidate can apply for both Office Assistant (Multipurpose) and Officer Scale-I (PO). However, separate applications and application fees are required for each post.
Q2. Is there an interview for IBPS RRB Clerk (Office Assistant)?
No. There is no interview for the Office Assistant post. Final selection and allotment are based strictly on marks scored in the Mains examination.
Q3. Is knowledge of the local language mandatory for IBPS RRBs?
Yes. Candidates must have proficiency (reading, writing, and speaking) in the local language of the state/UT in which the participating Regional Rural Bank operates.