Overview
The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has released the recruitment notification for Common Recruitment Process for Regional Rural Banks (CRP RRBs-XV). The drive covers Office Assistant (Multipurpose), Officer Scale I, Officer Scale II and Officer Scale III posts in participating Regional Rural Banks; the total vacancy count will be confirmed through the bank-wise vacancy annexure on the IBPS portal.
Candidates seeking banking jobs should read the post-wise eligibility conditions carefully before submitting the online application. Applications will be accepted only through the official IBPS website.
Key Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|
| Organization | Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) |
| Post Name | Office Assistant, Officer Scale I, II and III |
| Total Vacancies | To be announced in the detailed vacancy annexure |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | Visit Official Website |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Application Start | TBA |
| Last Date | TBA |
| Exam Date | TBA; separate dates will apply to preliminary, main and single examinations |
| Result Date | TBA |
Applicants should rely on the detailed CRP RRBs-XV schedule published by IBPS. Any extension or change in the examination timetable will be displayed on the official portal.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Office Assistant (Multipurpose): Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognised university or an equivalent qualification. Proficiency in the local language prescribed by the participating RRB is generally required, along with working knowledge of computers.
- Officer Scale I: Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognised university. Preference may be given to candidates with qualifications in agriculture, horticulture, forestry, animal husbandry, veterinary science, agricultural engineering, information technology, management, law, economics or accountancy.
- Officer Scale II: A bachelor’s degree with the percentage specified in the notification, along with the prescribed professional experience. Specialist Officer positions may require qualifications in fields such as IT, law, chartered accountancy, treasury, marketing or agriculture.
- Officer Scale III: Bachelor’s degree with the required marks and relevant experience as an officer in a bank or financial institution.
- Candidates must possess the required qualification and experience by the cut-off date stated in the detailed notification.
Age Limit
- Office Assistant: Generally between 18 and 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.
- Age will be calculated on the cut-off date specified by IBPS. Relaxation for SC, ST, OBC, PwBD, ex-servicemen and other eligible categories will apply under government rules.
Fees
- The category-wise application fee and intimation charges will be specified in the detailed notification.
- Concessional charges are generally applicable to SC, ST and PwBD candidates, subject to the notified rules.
- Payment must be made online using a debit card, credit card, internet banking, UPI or another available digital payment method.
- Bank transaction charges, if applicable, must be paid by the candidate. The fee is normally non-refundable.
Selection Process
- Preliminary Examination: Conducted for Office Assistant and Officer Scale I applicants. Candidates must qualify in the relevant tests to be shortlisted for the next stage.
- Main or Single Examination: Office Assistant and Officer Scale I candidates take the main examination, while Scale II and Scale III applicants generally appear for a single-level online examination.
- Interview and Provisional Allotment: Officer candidates shortlisted after the examination are called for an interview. Office Assistant appointments are generally based on main examination performance, followed by document verification and provisional allotment.
How to Apply
- Visit the official IBPS website at ibps.in and open the section for CRP RRBs.
- Select the CRP RRBs-XV recruitment link and choose the appropriate application for Office Assistant or Officers.
- Click on new registration and enter a valid name, mobile number and email address to generate login credentials.
- Complete the online form with personal, educational, category, local-language and work-experience details, where applicable.
- Upload the photograph, signature, left-thumb impression, handwritten declaration and any other required document in the prescribed format.
- Preview the application carefully. The name, date of birth, category and post selection should match the supporting documents.
- Pay the applicable fee online and submit the form before the closing date.
- Download the completed application and electronic receipt. Candidates should retain both documents until the recruitment process is completed.
Important Links
FAQs
1. Which posts are covered under IBPS RRB CRP-XV Recruitment 2026?
The recruitment covers Office Assistant (Multipurpose), Officer Scale I, Officer Scale II and Officer Scale III posts in participating Regional Rural Banks.
2. Is graduation required for IBPS RRB recruitment?
Yes. A recognised bachelor’s degree is the basic qualification, although Scale II and Scale III posts may require specific marks, professional qualifications and work experience.
3. Can candidates apply for both Office Assistant and Officer posts?
Eligible candidates may generally apply separately for Office Assistant and an Officer cadre by completing separate applic
