IBPS RRB Notification 2026 (CRP RRB XV) Out for 13706 Posts, Check Official PDF

The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has released the IBPS RRB Notification 2026 to recruit eligible candidates in Regional Rural Banks (RRBs) (ग्रामीण बैंक) across India. A total of 13706 vacancies have been announced for RRB PO, Clerk, GBO, IT Officer, Law Officer, AFO, etc.

The online application process is currently active from 1st to 21st September 2026 at www.ibps.in, and candidates with a Bachelor's degree can apply. As per the announced schedule, the Officer Scale I (PO) Prelims will be conducted on 21 and 22 November 2026, while the Office Assistant (Clerk) Prelims are scheduled for 6, 12, and 13 December 2026. Candidates can access the official notification PDF here.

IBPS RRB Notification 2026 Out

​Candidates can now refer to the official IBPS RRB 2026 Notification PDF available at www.ibps.in to review vacancies, eligibility criteria, exam dates, application procedure, and exam pattern and plan their preparation accordingly.  The posts to be filled under RRB Recruitment 2026 are:

1. Office Assistant (Clerk) (Multipurpose) - Group B
2. Officer Scale 1 (Probationary Officer) - Group A
3. Officer Scale II (General Banking Officer, IT Officer, Law Officer, Agriculture Officer, Chartered Accountant, Marketing Manager, and Treasury Manager) - Group A
4. Officer Scale III - Group A

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What's New in IBPS RRB XV Notification?

Check the latest announcements made by IBPS regarding each post:

IBPS RRB Exam - Highlights

IBPS RRB PO Mock Test - Attempt Now!

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IBPS RRB Recruitment 2026- Important Dates

The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has announced the exam dates for the IBPS RRB 2026 Exam. This year, the exam will be conducted on the following dates, as mentioned in the table here.

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IBPS RRB (Gramin Bank) Vacancy 2026

​For IBPS RRB 2026, a total of 13,706 vacancies have been announced for PO, Clerk, Specialist Officer, GBO, and other posts. These vacancies are spread across 28 participating RRBs and their branches, with the overall count showing a slight increase compared to the previous year. While filling out the application form, candidates can select their preferred RRB, and allotment will be made according to merit and the availability of seats. The post-wise IBPS RRB vacancy details are given in the table below. Candidates can also check the official IBPS RRB Notification PDF for the complete bank-wise vacancy breakup.

IBPS RRB Vacancy Trend (2018-2025)

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IBPS RRB 2026 Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must meet the following eligibility criteria to apply for IBPS RRB. The IBPS RRB Eligibility Criteria include educational qualifications, age limit, and experience, which have been detailed here.

IBPS RRB Age Limit (As on 1/9/2026)

The RRB age limit varies depending on the post. As per the age criteria mentioned in the notification, the age of candidates is calculated as on 1 September 2026. The post-wise age limits are as follows:

• Office Assistant (Multipurpose)/Clerk: 18 to 28 years
  
• Officer Scale I (Assistant Manager)/PO: 18 to 30 years
  
• Officer Scale II (Manager): 21 to 32 years
  
• Officer Scale III (Senior Manager): 21 to 40 years
  

Candidates must fall within the prescribed age limit for the respective post to be eligible for IBPS RRB Recruitment 2026. Age relaxation is applicable to candidates belonging to reserved categories as per government rules.

Age Relaxation

IBPS RRB Qualification & Experience

Candidates must possess the minimum educational qualifications specified in the table below from a recognised University or Board. Refer to the table to check the academic requirements and experience criteria for various posts in Regional Rural Banks across India.

Can Final Year Students Apply for IBPS RRB?

As per the eligibility rules, candidates must have a graduation degree from a recognized university on or before the last date of online application. Since the result of final-year students may not be declared by then, they are not eligible to apply.

IBPS RRB 2026 Application Online

The IBPS RRB 2026 online application process has started on the official website, www.ibps.in. Interested candidates must complete the registration, fill in their details, upload the required documents, and pay the application fee within the specified dates. Carefully review the eligibility criteria before applying. The RRB Apply link has been activated, and candidates should apply well before the deadline to avoid last-minute technical issues.

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Steps to Apply For IBPS RRB 2026

Candidates can apply for IBPS RRB only through the official website www.ibps.in. Here’s a quick guide to the application process:

1. Go to ibps.in and click on “CRP RRBs” under the latest notifications.
   
2. Enter your basic details to generate a registration number and password.
   
3. Log in and fill in personal, educational, and communication details carefully.
   
4. Upload your photograph, signature, and other required documents in the prescribed format.
   
5. Complete the payment using a Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI.
   
6. Review your form, submit it, and take a printout for future reference.​
   

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Check the application fee to be submitted while filling out the registration form for IBPS RRB. The category-wise application fee is tabulated below.

IBPS RRB 2026 Selection Process

The IBPS RRB Selection Process involves two stages: Prelims and Mains. On the other hand, the IBPS PO or Officer Scale I examination involves three stages: Prelims, Mains, and Interviews. As for the IBPS Officer Grade II (General Banking Officer and Specialist Cadre) and III, there is a single-window exam known as the IBPS Officer Grade II Exam, followed by an Interview. To secure a position in any of these posts, candidates must successfully clear each stage of the respective examinations.

IBPS RRB 2026 Exam Pattern

There will be a penalty of 0.25 marks for every incorrect response marked by the candidate. The test will be objective in nature.

The IBPS RRB Officer Scale 2 and 3 exams have only a Single exam and an Interview. The single online exam is nearly the same as the  IBPS RRB PO Mains exam.

Clerk and PO Prelims Exam Pattern

From 2024 onwards, IBPS has introduced sectional timing in IBPS RRB Prelims Exam for both PO and Clerk. The consolidated duration of 45 mins is now bifurcated into 25 mins and 20 mins as mentioned above.

Clerk and PO Mains Exam Pattern

The mains examination includes 200 questions for 200 marks from five sections, including Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, General Awareness, English/Hindi, and Computer Knowledge. Check the IBPS RRB Office Assistant Mains Exam Pattern below.

Note: The Mains exam pattern for Office Assistant and Officer Scale 1 (PO) is the same; however, there is no sectional timing in the IBPS RRB Office Assistant/Mains exam.

Check: IBPS RRB Shift Timings

IBPS RRB 2026 Syllabus

The IBPS RRB Syllabus is almost the same for IBPS RRB Assistant and IBPS RRB Officer. Apart from the below-mentioned sections, an additional section on professional knowledge is asked for the Specialist Officer Grade-II.

IBPS RRB 2026 Salary

​IBPS RRB Salary for Group A & B posts has been tabulated below. Have a look at the IBPS RRB Salary for different posts.

IBPS RRB 2026 Participating Banks

Aspiring individuals in the field of banking who are interested in the vacancies for IBPS RRB Office Assistant, Officer Scale I, II, and III positions will find it valuable to know the banks that have recently been included in the list. In this article, we have compiled a complete roster of all 43 IBPS RRB Participating Banks.

IBPS RRB Previous Year Question Papers

The IBPS RRB Previous Year Papers are an essential resource for candidates preparing for the upcoming Regional Rural Bank exams. These papers provide valuable insight into the exam pattern, question types, difficulty level, and important topics frequently asked in the Prelims and Mains examinations for posts like Officer Scale I, II, III, and Office Assistant.

Practising past year papers helps aspirants assess their preparation, improve time management, and build confidence by familiarising themselves with the real exam environment. Solving these papers regularly can significantly enhance accuracy and speed, making them a crucial part of any smart preparation strategy.

IBPS RRB 2026 Exam Centre

Here is a list of a few of the exam centres that will be allotted to the candidates for IBPS RRB 2026.

IBPS RRB 2026 Cut Off

The IBPS RRB Cut off is the minimum marks to be secured by the candidates in order to qualify the exam. It is released within a week of the result announcement. To get an idea about the cut-off, candidates can check the previous year cut off here. For the candidates who appeared in the PO examination, here's the category-wise prelims cut off for each state.

IBPS PO Vs IBPS RRB PO- Which One Is Better?

The difference between IBPS PO and IBPS RRB PO is not as both are conducted by IBPS and the participating Banks are the same. However, the major difference is that IBPS PO postings are given in urban areas or semi-urban areas, but IBPS RRB PO is specifically for rural areas. So, the suitability of the post can be decided by the candidate themselves only. Here are some slight differences that we have mentioned in the table below.