IBPS RRB Vacancy 2026 Increased to 13,745: 8,222 Clerk Posts, Apply by 21 September
Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has officially released an updated vacancy annexure and corrigendum for CRP-RRBs-XV on 9 September 2026. The indicative vacancies have risen from 13,706 to 13,745, with Office Assistant (Multipurpose / Clerk) vacancies increasing from 8,183 to 8,222 due to 39 newly added vacancies in Tripura Gramin Bank. Eligible candidates with a Bachelor's Degree can apply online at ibps.in until 21 September 2026.
| Recruitment Body | Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) |
| Post Name | Office Assistant (Clerk) & Officer Scale I, II, III |
| Total Vacancies | 13,745 Posts |
| Educational Qualification | Bachelor's Degree in any discipline + Local Language Proficiency (Office Assistant & Officer Scale I), Bachelor's Degree with min 50% marks + 2 Years' Banking Officer Experience (Officer Scale II GBO), Specialist Degree (IT / CA / Law / Treasury / Marketing / Agriculture) + Relevant Experience (Officer Scale II SO), Bachelor's Degree with min 50% marks + 5 Years' Banking Officer Experience (Officer Scale III) |
| Age Limit | 18 to 40 Years |
| Pay Scale / Salary | Office Assistant: ₹19,900 – ₹47,920 (Pay Scale) | Officer Scale I: ₹36,000 – ₹63,840 | Officer Scale II: ₹48,170 – ₹69,810 | Officer Scale III: ₹63,840 – ₹78,230 (Governed by RRB Service Rules + DA, HRA, Special Allowance) |
| Job Location | All India |
| Application Start Date | 1 Sept 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 21 Sept 2026 |
| Exam Date | Scale I Prelims: 21-22 Nov 2026 | Clerk Prelims: 6, 12-13 Dec 2026 |
| Official Portal | https://www.ibps.in/ |
Important Dates Schedule
Application Fee Details
Payment Mode: Online via Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, IMPS, Cash Cards, or UPI.
Age Limit & Relaxation Criteria
• Minimum Age: 18 Years
• Maximum Age: 40 Years
Age Relaxation: Office Assistant: 18-28 Years; Officer Scale I: 18-30 Years; Officer Scale II: 21-32 Years; Officer Scale III: 21-40 Years. SC/ST: 5 Years, OBC: 3 Years, PwBD: 10 Years, Ex-Servicemen: as per Government rules.
Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) : Department Wise Vacancy Details
Check branch-wise qualifying degree/diploma requirements across participating ministries and departments.
| Department Name | Trade / Branch Name | Eligibility Department Wise |
|---|---|---|
| All Participating Regional Rural Banks (RRBs) | Office Assistant (Multipurpose) / Clerk | Bachelor's Degree in any discipline + Proficiency in Local Language (8,222 Posts – Increased by 39) |
| All Participating Regional Rural Banks (RRBs) | Officer Scale I (Assistant Manager / PO) | Bachelor's Degree in any discipline + Proficiency in Local Language (4,256 Posts) |
| All Participating Regional Rural Banks (RRBs) | Officer Scale II (General Banking Officer & Specialist) | Degree with 50% marks / Professional degree + 1-2 Years' relevant experience (1,047 Posts) |
| All Participating Regional Rural Banks (RRBs) | Officer Scale III (Senior Manager) | Bachelor's Degree with min 50% marks + 5 Years' Banking Officer experience (220 Posts) |
Selection Process Stages
- 1Office Assistant (Multipurpose): Preliminary Examination -> Main Examination -> Document Verification & Provisional Allotment (No Interview)
- 2Officer Scale I: Preliminary Examination -> Main Examination -> Common Interview -> Document Verification & Provisional Allotment
- 3Officer Scale II (GBO & Specialist): Single Online Examination -> Common Interview -> Document Verification & Provisional Allotment
- 4Officer Scale III: Single Online Examination -> Common Interview -> Document Verification & Provisional Allotment
How to Apply Online for Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS)
- 1Visit the official website of IBPS at ibps.in.
- 2Click on 'CRP RRBs' from the left navigation menu and select 'Common Recruitment Process - Regional Rural Banks Phase XV'.
- 3Choose your desired application link: 'Apply Online for Recruitment of Office Assistant (Multipurpose)' OR 'Apply Online for Recruitment of Officers (Scale-I, II & III)'. Note: Candidates can apply for Office Assistant and only ONE Officer post (Scale I, II, or III).
- 4Click on 'Click here for New Registration' and enter your basic demographic details, mobile number, and valid email ID.
- 5Log in using your Provisional Registration Number and Password.
- 6Fill in personal, educational, category, and Regional Rural Bank preference choices.
- 7Confirm proficiency in the official local language of the state in which you are applying.
- 8Upload required documents: Passport-size Photograph, Signature, Left Thumb Impression, and Hand-Written Declaration.
- 9Pay the application fee online (₹175 for SC/ST/PwBD; ₹850 for all other categories).
- 10Verify and submit the application form on or before 21 September 2026, and print/save the confirmation page.
Candidate Advisory & Form Submission Guidelines for Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS)
Essential instructions to ensure error-free application submission and avoid candidature cancellation.
1. Accurate Demographic Data Matching
Enter your full name, father's name, mother's name, and date of birth strictly as printed in your Class 10th (Matriculation) High School certificate. Any variance—including middle name omissions or spelling discrepancies—can result in disqualification during the Document Verification (DV) stage.
2. Photograph & Signature Technical Standards
Upload a recent passport-size colour photograph taken against a light/white background without caps, dark sunglasses, or masks. Both ears must be clearly visible. Signatures must be executed in running handwriting using a black or blue ballpoint pen on plain white paper—signatures in capital/block letters are routinely rejected.
3. Caste & Reservation Certificate Validity
Candidates claiming OBC-NCL or EWS reservations must possess valid income and asset certificates issued by an authorized revenue authority (Tehsildar/Sub-Divisional Magistrate) for the relevant financial year on or before the application closing date (21 Sept 2026). Central government vacancies require certificates issued in the prescribed Government of India format.
4. Final Submission Confirmation & Fee Status
After paying the application fee through the authorized online gateway, verify that the application status displays "Submitted / Payment Successful". Download and safely store at least two printed hard copies of the final submitted application form along with the transaction e-receipt for future selection rounds.
Important Direct Links
Frequently Asked Questions – Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS)
Source: Official recruitment advertisement issued by Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS).
Candidates must carefully review all eligibility criteria, educational certificates, reservation policies, and guidelines directly in the official notification before submitting their application.
Yuva Result Editorial Team
Banking Recruitment Specialist