IBPS RRB 15th Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 13,706 Officer and Office Assistant Posts
IBPS has announced the 15th RRB Recruitment for 13,706 posts of Group “A” Officers (Scale-I, II & III) and Group “B” Office Assistants (Multipurpose). Applications started on September 1, 2026, with the last date to apply and pay fees being September 21, 2026. Eligibility criteria vary by post, with
The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has released a notification for the 15th Regional Rural Banks (RRB) Recruitment, inviting applications for a total of 13,706 posts. This recruitment drive aims to fill positions for Group “A” Officers (Scale-I, II & III) and Group “B” Office Assistants (Multipurpose).
Interested and eligible candidates can apply online for these positions. The application process commenced on September 1, 2026, and the final date for submitting applications and paying the examination fee is September 21, 2026. Candidates are advised to review the complete details regarding important dates, application fees, vacancy breakdown, and eligibility criteria before applying.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start | 01 September 2026 |
| Online Application Last Date | 21 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Pay Exam Fee | 21 September 2026 |
| PET Exam Date | November 2026 |
| Admit Card | Before Exam |
| Pre Exam Date | Notify Later |
| Pre Admit Card | Before Exam |
| Pre Result | Will Be Updated Soon |
Application Fee
Applicants must pay the examination fee online using a Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, IMPS, Cash Card, or Mobile Wallet.
| Category | Fee Amount |
|---|---|
| General, OBC, EWS | ₹ 850/- |
| SC, ST, PH | ₹ 175/- |
Vacancy Details
A total of 13,706 posts are available across various officer and office assistant roles. The post-wise distribution is as follows:
| Post Name | Number of Posts |
|---|---|
| Office Assistant (Multipurpose) | 8183 |
| Officer Scale-I (Assistant Manager) | 4256 |
| Officer Scale-II (General Banking Officer) | 666 |
| Officer Scale-II (Information Technology 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 (Agriculture Officer) | 38 |
| Officer Scale-III (Senior Manager) | 220 |
Eligibility
Candidates must meet specific age limits and educational qualifications as of September 1, 2026. Age relaxation will be applicable as per IBPS RRB Recruitment rules.
Age Limits (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
Educational Qualification & Experience (Post-wise):
- Office Assistant (Multipurpose): Graduation in any discipline from a recognized University. Proficiency in local language and desirable working knowledge of Computer.
- Officer Scale-I (Assistant Manager): Graduation in any discipline from a recognized University. Preference for degrees in Agriculture, Horticulture, Forestry, Animal Husbandry, Veterinary Science, Agricultural Engineering, Pisciculture, Agricultural Marketing and Cooperation, Information Technology, Management, Law, Economics or Accountancy. Proficiency in local language and desirable working knowledge of Computer.
- Officer Scale-II (General Banking Officer): Graduation in any discipline with a minimum of 50% marks. Preference for degrees in Banking, Finance, Marketing, Agriculture, etc. Two years of experience as an officer in a Bank or Financial Institution.
- Officer Scale-II (CA): CA Exam passed from ICAI India. One year of experience as a Chartered Accountant.
- Officer Scale-II (Law): Degree in Law or its equivalent with a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate. Two years of experience as an advocate or Law Officer in Banks/Financial Institutions.
- Officer Scale-II (Marketing): MBA Degree in Marketing. One year of experience in the relevant field.
- Officer Scale-II (Treasury Manager): CA or MBA Degree in Finance. One year of experience in the relevant field.
- Officer Scale-II (Agriculture): Graduation Degree in Agriculture / Horticulture / Dairy / Animal / Veterinary Science / Engineering / Pisciculture. Two years of experience in the relevant field.
- Officer Scale-II (IT): Graduation Degree in Electronics / Communications / Computer Science / Information Technology with Minimum 50% Marks. Desirable: Certificate in ASP, PHP, C++, Java, VB, VC, OCP, etc. One year of experience in the relevant field.
- Officer Scale-III (Senior Manager): Bachelor’s degree in any discipline with a minimum of 50% marks. Preference for Degree/Diploma in Banking, Finance, Marketing, Agriculture, etc. Minimum five years’ experience as an Officer in a Bank or Financial Institution.
How to Apply
Candidates interested in applying for the IBPS RRB 15th Recruitment 2026 must submit their applications online before September 21, 2026. Applicants are advised to carefully read the official notification before filling out the application form to ensure they meet all eligibility criteria, including age limits and educational qualifications.
Important Links
| Link Title | URL |
|---|---|
| IBPS Official Website | https://www.ibps.in/ |
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