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Introduction
The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) conducts the IBPS RRB (Regional Rural Banks) exam every year to recruit candidates for the posts of Office Assistant (Clerk) and Officer Scale I, II, III. The 2026 exam pattern has been structured to assess candidates on their reasoning, quantitative aptitude, general awareness, and professional knowledge (for officers) across multiple stages.
IBPS RRB Latest Notification 2026
The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has released the latest notification for Regional Rural Banks (RRB) recruitment for 2026. This notification covers all details related to the recruitment process, including posts, eligibility criteria, important dates, selection procedure, exam pattern, and syllabus.
Posts and Vacancies
| Post Name |
Number of Vacancies |
Eligibility |
| Office Assistant (Multipurpose) |
5,000+ |
10+2 (Any recognized board) |
| Officer Scale-I (Assistant Manager) |
3,000+ |
Graduation in any discipline |
| Officer Scale-II (General Banking Officer) |
1,000+ |
Graduation + 2 years experience |
| Officer Scale-III (Senior Manager) |
200+ |
Graduation + 5 years experience |
IBPS RRB Important Dates 2026
| Event |
Date |
| Notification Release |
March 15, 2026 |
| Online Registration Start |
March 20, 2026 |
| Last Date for Registration |
April 10, 2026 |
| Preliminary Exam Date |
May 25-26, 2026 |
| Main Exam Date |
June 30, 2026 |
| Final Result Declaration |
July 31, 2026 |
IBPS RRB Exam Pattern 2026
Preliminary Exam
| Section |
Questions |
Marks |
Time |
| Reasoning Ability |
40 |
40 |
20 minutes |
| Quantitative Aptitude |
40 |
40 |
20 minutes |
Main Exam
| Section |
Questions |
Marks |
Time |
| Reasoning Ability & Computer Knowledge |
50 |
50 |
35 minutes |
| General Awareness (Banking) |
50 |
50 |
25 minutes |
| Quantitative Aptitude |
50 |
50 |
45 minutes |
| English Language / Hindi Language |
40 |
40 |
35 minutes |
IBPS RRB Syllabus 2026
Reasoning Ability
- Puzzles and Seating Arrangements
- Blood Relations
- Direction Sense
- Alphabet and Number Series
- Logical Reasoning (Syllogism, Statement & Assumption)
- Order & Ranking, Coding-Decoding
- Machine Input-Output
Quantitative Aptitude
- Number Systems
- Percentage
- Ratio and Proportion
- Profit & Loss
- Time & Work
- Data Interpretation
Preparation Tips
- Start with basics of reasoning and quantitative aptitude
- Practice daily puzzles and DI
- Read newspapers and banking current affairs
- Attempt mock tests regularly
- Revise grammar and vocabulary
Apply Online & Official Website
Step by Step Application Process
- Visit the official IBPS website.
- Register with personal details.
- Fill the application form.
- Upload photograph & signature.
- Pay application fee.
- Submit form and print confirmation.
Eligibility Criteria
- Nationality: Indian citizen
- Age: 18-30 years for Office Assistant
- Basic computer knowledge required
Educational Criteria
Minimum 10+2 for Office Assistant and Graduation for Officer posts.
Selection Process
- Preliminary Examination
- Main Examination
- Interview (Officer Posts)
- Final Merit List
Vacancy
| Post |
Vacancies |
| Office Assistant |
5000+ |
| Officer Scale I |
3000+ |
| Officer Scale II |
1000+ |
| Officer Scale III |
200+ |
Expected Cut Off
| Category |
Prelims |
Mains |
| General |
70 |
140 |
| OBC |
65 |
135 |
| SC |
55 |
120 |
| ST |
50 |
115 |
Salary Details
- Office Assistant: ₹19,000 – ₹20,000
- Officer Scale I: ₹32,000 – ₹36,000
- Officer Scale II & III: ₹45,000 – ₹60,000
Latest Quizzes
- IBPS RRB Quantitative Aptitude Quiz
- IBPS RRB Reasoning Ability Quiz
- IBPS RRB Banking Awareness Quiz
Mock Test Series
- IBPS RRB Prelims Mock Test
- IBPS RRB Mains Mock Test
- Full Length Mock Test
FAQs
- Q: Can final year students apply?
A: Yes.
- Q: Is interview required for Office Assistant?
A: No.
- Q: What is the age limit?
A: 18–30 years.
