The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has opened the CRP RRBs XV Recruitment 2026 process for candidates looking to build a career in Regional Rural Banks (RRBs). This recruitment drive covers 13,706 vacancies across Office Assistant and Officer-level positions.
The vacancies include Office Assistant (Multipurpose), Officer Scale-I, Officer Scale-II in several specialist fields, and Officer Scale-III. Candidates with qualifications ranging from graduation to professional degrees such as CA, LLB and MBA can find suitable opportunities depending on their educational background and experience.
The online application deadline is 21 September 2026, so eligible candidates should complete their registration before the closing date.
IBPS RRB Recruitment 2026
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Body | Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) |
| Recruitment | CRP RRBs XV |
| Posts | Office Assistant & Officer Scale I, II, III |
| Total Vacancies | 13,706 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | All India |
| Last Date to Apply | 21 September 2026 |
| Preliminary Exam | November / December 2026 |
| Single / Main Examination | December 2026 / February 2027 |
Vacancy Details
A large portion of the recruitment is for Office Assistant and Officer Scale-I positions, while specialist opportunities are also available for candidates with professional qualifications.
| Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Office Assistant (Multipurpose) | 8,183 |
| Officer Scale-I (Assistant Manager) | 4,256 |
| Officer Scale-II – General Banking Officer | 666 |
| Officer Scale-II – IT | 182 |
| Officer Scale-II – CA | 81 |
| Officer Scale-II – Law | 46 |
| Officer Scale-II – Treasury Manager | 18 |
| Officer Scale-II – Marketing Officer | 16 |
| Officer Scale-II – Agriculture Officer | 38 |
| Officer Scale-III | 220 |
| Total | 13,706 |
Educational Qualification
The required qualification depends on the post selected:
Office Assistant (Multipurpose): Graduation in any discipline.
Officer Scale-I: Graduation in any discipline.
Officer Scale-II – General Banking Officer: Graduation with at least 50% marks along with 2 years of relevant experience.
Officer Scale-II – IT: Degree in Electronics, Communication, Computer Science or Information Technology with at least 50% marks and 1 year of experience.
Officer Scale-II – CA: Chartered Accountant qualification with 1 year of experience.
Officer Scale-II – Law: LLB with at least 50% marks and 2 years of experience.
Officer Scale-II – Treasury Manager: CA or MBA in Finance with 1 year of experience.
Officer Scale-II – Marketing Officer: MBA in Marketing with 1 year of experience.
Officer Scale-II – Agriculture Officer: Graduation with at least 50% marks in Agriculture, Horticulture, Dairy, Animal Husbandry, Forestry, Veterinary Science, Agricultural Engineering, Pisciculture or a related specified discipline, along with 2 years of experience.
Officer Scale-III: Graduation in any discipline with at least 50% marks and 5 years of experience.
Candidates should check the detailed notification for the exact qualification and experience requirements applicable to their chosen post.
Age Limit
The age is calculated as on 01 September 2026.
- Office Assistant: 18–28 years
- Officer Scale-I: 18–30 years
- Officer Scale-II: 21–32 years
- Officer Scale-III: 21–40 years
Age relaxation is available to eligible reserved categories according to the applicable rules. The notification specifies 5 years of relaxation for SC/ST candidates and 3 years for OBC candidates.
Application Fee
Candidates belonging to the General and OBC categories are required to pay ₹850.
For reserved categories and other eligible groups, the applicable fee is ₹175.
For Office Assistant, the ₹175 category includes SC/ST/PWD/Ex-Servicemen, while for Officer posts it applies to SC/ST/PWD candidates as specified in the recruitment details.
The application fee can be paid online using available payment methods.
Important Dates
- Application started: 2026
- Last date to submit application: 21 September 2026
- Preliminary Examination: November / December 2026
- Single / Main Examination: December 2026 / February 2027
Candidates should keep checking IBPS updates because examination schedules, admit-card releases and other recruitment notices can be announced separately.
Selection Process
The selection procedure is different depending on the post.
For Office Assistant, candidates generally go through the preliminary examination followed by the main examination.
For Officer Scale-I, the process involves the preliminary examination, main examination and interview.
For Officer Scale-II and Scale-III, candidates are selected through the applicable single examination and interview process.
The final selection depends on performance in the relevant examination stages, interview where applicable, and fulfillment of all eligibility conditions.
What Does an IBPS RRB Employee Do?
RRB employees handle a wide range of banking and customer-service responsibilities. Depending on the position, duties can include:
- Handling customer accounts and banking transactions
- Processing loans and other banking services
- Maintaining financial and office records
- Supporting digital banking operations
- Assisting customers with banking-related queries
- Working with rural and semi-urban customers
- Promoting government-backed financial schemes
- Managing branch-level administrative responsibilities
Officer-level employees take on greater responsibility involving branch operations, supervision, credit and financial decisions, or specialist work depending on their post.
Salary and Career Growth
IBPS RRB posts offer a structured banking career with basic pay, allowances and other benefits according to the applicable scale and rules. The exact salary varies by post, scale, location and allowances.
The career path is another major attraction. Office Assistants and officers can progress through higher responsibilities and promotional examinations. Officer-level employees can move toward senior managerial positions as they gain experience and qualify for promotions.
For graduates seeking a long-term banking career, the RRB system can therefore offer both job stability and opportunities for professional growth.
Why This Recruitment Is Worth Considering
With 13,706 vacancies, CRP RRBs XV is a significant opportunity for banking aspirants. Another advantage is the variety of positions: a graduate can target Office Assistant or Scale-I, while candidates with qualifications such as CA, MBA, LLB, IT or Agriculture can compete for specialist posts.
The recruitment also covers Regional Rural Banks across India, giving successful candidates the opportunity to work in the banking sector while being involved in financial services at the regional and rural level.
How to Apply for IBPS RRB Recruitment 2026
Eligible candidates should complete the application through the official IBPS recruitment portal.
Before submitting the form, candidates should:
- Read the recruitment notification carefully.
- Confirm their educational qualification and age eligibility.
- Select the appropriate post.
- Keep educational and personal details ready.
- Upload the required documents in the prescribed format.
- Pay the applicable examination fee.
- Submit the application before 21 September 2026.
- Save the final application form and payment receipt for future reference.
Important: Candidates should not wait until the final day to submit their application, as technical or payment-related issues can occur near the deadline.
Important Links
- Official Notification: Available through the IBPS website
- Online Application: IBPS RRB XV recruitment portal
- Official Website: IBPS
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