The IBPS RRB Notification 2026 has been released for 13,706 vacancies for various posts in Regional Rural Banks across India. The recruitment drive offers opportunities for candidates aspiring to join the banking sector through posts such as Office Assistant (Multipurpose), Officer Scale I, Officer Scale II and Officer Scale III. The online application process has begun on 01 September 2026, and eligible candidates can submit their applications until 21 September 2026.
IBPS RRB Notification 2026 Out
The IBPS RRB Recruitment 2026 is one of the major banking recruitment opportunities of the year, offering vacancies across clerical and officer-level positions. Candidates should carefully check the eligibility criteria, age limit, selection process and other requirements before applying online. With a large number of vacancies announced, aspirants should complete their registration within the prescribed dates and begin preparing according to the examination pattern for their respective posts.
IBPS RRB Notification 2026: Download PDF
IBPS RRB 2026 at a Glance
| Particular | Details |
| Organisation | Institute of Banking Personnel Selection |
| Exam Name | IBPS RRB 2026 |
| Posts | Office Assistant & Officer Scale I, II, III |
| Total Vacancies | 13,706 |
| Registration Starts | 01 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 21 September 2026 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Selection Process | Varies according to the post |
| Official Website | www.ibps.in |
Major Changes in RRB 2026 Exam
The IBPS RRB 2026 Notification introduces several important changes in vacancies, RRB names, PwBD guidelines and the application correction process that candidates should understand before applying.
- IBPS RRB Vacancies Increased: The total vacancies have increased from 13,301 in 2025 to 13,706 in 2026, an overall increase of 405 vacancies, with notable growth in Office Assistant, Officer Scale I and Officer Scale II IT posts.
- RRBs’ Names Changed: IBPS has updated the names of several Regional Rural Banks, including Assam Gramin Bank, Chhattisgarh Gramin Bank, Haryana Gramin Bank, Jharkhand Gramin Bank, Kerala Grameena Bank and Puducherry Grama Bank.
- PwBD Guidelines: The notification provides detailed post-wise suitability and functional requirements for PwBD candidates applying for Office Assistant, Officer Scale I, Officer Scale II and Officer Scale III posts.
- Application Correction Window for 2 Days: Candidates will get only 2 days after the registration process closes to make permitted corrections, making it important to carefully review all application details before submission.
What Posts Are Available Under IBPS RRB 2026?
IBPS conducts the RRB recruitment process for both Officer-level and Office Assistant-level positions, creating opportunities for fresh graduates as well as experienced professionals.
| Group | Post |
| Group B | Office Assistant (Multipurpose) |
| Group A | Officer Scale I – Assistant Manager |
| Group A |
Officer Scale II – General Banking Officer
|
| Group A | Officer Scale II – Specialist Officer |
| Group A | Officer Scale III – Senior Manager |
IBPS RRB 2026: Important Dates
The registration window is one of the first things candidates should mark because missing the deadline means waiting for the next recruitment cycle.
| Event | Date |
| IBPS RRB Notification 2026 | 31 August 2026 |
| Online Registration Begins | 01 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 21 September 2026 |
| Officer Scale I Prelims |
21 & 22 November 2026
|
| Officer Scale I Mains | 20 December 2026 |
| Officer Scale II & III Single Exam | 20 December 2026 |
| Office Assistant Prelims |
6, 12 & 13 December 2026
|
| Office Assistant Mains | 30 January 2027 |
IBPS RRB Gramin Bank Vacancy 2026
The announcement of 13,706 vacancies makes IBPS RRB 2026 a major opportunity for banking aspirants.
| Post | Vacancy |
| Office Assistant (Multipurpose) | 8,183 |
| Officer Scale I (Assistant Manager) | 4,256 |
| Officer Scale II – General Banking Officer | 666 |
| Officer Scale II – IT Officer | 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 – Agricultural Officer | 38 |
| Officer Scale III (Senior Manager) | 220 |
| Total | 13,706 |
IBPS RRB Eligibility Criteria 2026
Candidates must fulfil the prescribed IBPS RRB Eligibility requirements for their respective posts before submitting the online application form.
Educational Qualification
| Post | Educational Qualification | Experience |
| Office Assistant (Multipurpose) | Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognised University or equivalent; proficiency in the local language; working knowledge of computer desirable | Not required |
| Officer Scale I (Assistant Manager) | Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognised University or equivalent; proficiency in local language; working knowledge of computer desirable | Not required |
| Officer Scale II – General Banking Officer (Manager) | Bachelor’s degree in any discipline with minimum 50% marks; preference given to relevant banking/ finance/ agriculture/ IT/ management/ law/ economics/ accountancy qualifications |
2 years as an officer in a Bank or Financial Institution
|
| Officer Scale II – IT Officer | Bachelor’s degree in Electronics/ Communication/ Computer Science/ IT or equivalent with minimum 50% marks | 1 year in relevant field |
| Officer Scale II – Chartered Accountant | Chartered Accountant from ICAI | 1 year as a Chartered Accountant |
| Officer Scale II – Law Officer | Law degree with minimum 50% marks |
2 years as an advocate or Law Officer in a Bank/ Financial Institution
|
| Officer Scale II – Treasury Manager | CA or MBA in Finance | 1 year in relevant field |
| Officer Scale II – Marketing Officer | MBA in Marketing | 1 year in relevant field |
| Officer Scale II – Agricultural Officer | Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture/ Horticulture/ Dairy/ Animal Husbandry/ Forestry/ Veterinary Science/ Agricultural Engineering/ Pisciculture with minimum 50% marks | 2 years in relevant field |
| Officer Scale III (Senior Manager) | Bachelor’s degree in any discipline with minimum 50% marks; preference for relevant banking/ finance/ agriculture/ IT/ management/ law/ economics/ accountancy qualifications |
Minimum 5 years as an Officer in a Bank or Financial Institution
|
Age Limit
| Post | Age Range |
| Office Assistant | 18 to 28 years |
| Officer Scale I | Above 18 and below 30 years |
| Officer Scale II | Above 21 and below 32 years |
| Officer Scale III | Above 21 and below 40 years |
Note: Age relaxation will be applicable to eligible reserved-category candidates according to the rules mentioned in the official notification.
Local Language Requirement
Candidates applying for Regional Rural Banks should carefully check the local language requirement applicable to their chosen state and participating RRB. Knowledge of the prescribed local language is important for candidates because the job involves serving customers in specific regional areas.
IBPS RRB Selection Process 2026
The selection process depends on the post applied for, with Officer Scale II and III following a different examination route from Office Assistant and Officer Scale I.
| Post | Selection Process |
| Office Assistant | Prelims → Mains |
| Officer Scale I |
Prelims → Mains → Interview
|
| Officer Scale II |
Single Examination → Interview
|
| Officer Scale III |
Single Examination → Interview
|
IBPS RRB Apply Online 2026
Candidates who meet the prescribed eligibility criteria can submit their IBPS RRB 2026 application form online from 01 September to 21 September 2026. Applicants should carefully enter their personal, educational and other required details and ensure that all information is correct before final submission. Candidates are advised not to wait until the last date because technical issues and heavy website traffic may create difficulties during the final days of registration.
IBPS RRB (Clerk) Apply Online 2026: Click here to Apply
IBPS RRB (PO, Officer Scale 2 & 3) Apply Online 2026: Click here to Apply
Documents Required for IBPS RRB Application 2026
Candidates should keep the required documents ready before beginning the online registration process.
- Recent passport-size photograph
- Signature
- Educational certificates
- Valid identity proof
- Category certificate, if applicable
- PwBD certificate, if applicable
- Handwritten declaration
- Other post-specific documents
RRB Application Fee
The application fee is one of the important details candidates should verify before making payment. The fee is ₹850 for most candidates and ₹175 for SC/ST/PwBD candidates, inclusive of GST, while the Office Assistant category also includes ESM/DESM candidates in the ₹175 fee group.
What Will the Prelims Exam Structure Look Like?
| Post | Sections | Questions | Marks | Duration |
| Office Assistant | Reasoning, Numerical Ability | 80 | 80 | 45 Min |
| Officer Scale I | Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude | 80 | 80 | 45 Min |
How Are the Main and Single-Level Tests Structured?
| Post | Exam | Questions | Marks | Duration |
| Office Assistant | Main | 200 | 200 | 120 Min |
| Officer Scale I | Main | 200 | 200 | 120 Min |
| Officer Scale II | Single | 200/240* | 200 | 120/150 min* |
| Officer Scale III | Single | 200 | 200 | 120 Min |
IBPS RRB Salary 2026
The IBPS RRB salary 2026 varies based on the post and officer scale. Candidates selected as Office Assistant (Multipurpose), Officer Scale I, Officer Scale II and Officer Scale III receive a basic pay along with applicable allowances and other benefits as per the rules of the respective Regional Rural Banks.
| Post | Starting Basic Pay |
| Office Assistant (Multipurpose) | ₹24,050 |
| Officer Scale I (Assistant Manager) | ₹48,480 |
| Officer Scale II (Manager) | ₹51,490 |
| Officer Scale III (Senior Manager) | ₹59,170 |
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