The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has announced the IBPS CRP RRB XV Recruitment 2026 for recruitment to 13,706 vacancies in Regional Rural Banks (RRBs) across India.
The recruitment includes Office Assistant (Multipurpose) and Officer Scale-I, Scale-II and Scale-III positions. Eligible candidates can submit their applications through the online application process. The last date to apply is 27 September 2026.
Candidates interested in banking-sector careers can check the complete details below, including vacancies, eligibility, age limit, educational qualifications, selection process, examination pattern, application fee and important dates.
IBPS RRB Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) |
| Recruitment | IBPS CRP RRB XV |
| Posts | Office Assistant, Officer Scale-I, II & III |
| Total Vacancies | 13,706 Posts |
| Vacancies in Assam | 352 Posts |
| Qualification | Graduation / Relevant Professional Qualification |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Fee | ₹850 / ₹175 for SC/ST/PwBD |
| Application Start Date | 1 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 27 September 2026 |
IBPS RRB Vacancy Details
Under IBPS CRP RRB XV, vacancies are available for Group “B” Office Assistants and Group “A” Officers.
Post-wise Vacancy
| Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Office Assistant (Multipurpose) | 8,183 |
| Officer Scale-I (Assistant Manager) | 4,256 |
| Officer Scale-II – General Banking Officer | 666 |
| Officer Scale-II – Information Technology | 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 | 220 |
| Total | 13,706 |
IBPS RRB Vacancy in Assam
For Assam, Assam Gramin Vikash Bank has reported a total of 352 vacancies under this recruitment.
| Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Office Assistant | 181 |
| Officer Scale-I (Assistant Manager) | 169 |
| Officer Scale-II – IT Officer | 1 |
| Officer Scale-II – Treasury Manager | 1 |
| Total | 352 |
Exam Centres in Assam
Candidates appearing for the IBPS RRB examinations can find examination centres at the following locations in Assam:
Preliminary Examination Centres:
Dibrugarh, Guwahati, Jorhat, Silchar and Tezpur
Main / Single Examination Centres:
Dibrugarh, Guwahati, Jorhat and Silchar
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must fulfil the prescribed eligibility requirements for the post they wish to apply for.
Nationality
Candidates must satisfy the nationality or citizenship conditions prescribed by IBPS. Eligible categories include Indian citizens and certain specified candidates from Nepal, Bhutan and other categories covered under the official recruitment notification.
Local Language Requirement
Candidates applying for Office Assistant posts must have proficiency in the local language prescribed for the Regional Rural Bank concerned.
For Assam, the prescribed languages are:
Assamese, Bengali and Bodo
Age Limit
The age limit is calculated as on 1 September 2026.
| Post | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Office Assistant | 18 to 28 years |
| Officer Scale-I | Above 18 and below 30 years |
| Officer Scale-II | Above 21 and below 32 years |
| Officer Scale-III | Above 21 and below 40 years |
Date of Birth Criteria
For Office Assistant, candidates should have been born between 2 September 1998 and 1 September 2008, both dates inclusive.
For the other posts, candidates must satisfy the respective date-of-birth conditions mentioned in the official notification.
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST | 5 years |
| OBC-NCL | 3 years |
| PwBD | 10 years |
Educational Qualification
Office Assistant (Multipurpose)
Candidates should hold a Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized university or an equivalent qualification.
Candidates should also possess proficiency in the local language prescribed by the participating RRB. Working knowledge of computers is desirable.
Officer Scale-I – Assistant Manager
Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized university or an equivalent qualification.
Preference may be given to candidates with qualifications in areas such as Agriculture, Horticulture, Forestry, Animal Husbandry, Veterinary Science, Agricultural Engineering, Information Technology, Management, Law, Economics or Accountancy.
Knowledge of the prescribed local language and computer skills are desirable.
Officer Scale-II – General Banking Officer
Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in any discipline with at least 50% marks.
Applicants should also have two years of experience as an officer in a bank or financial institution.
Officer Scale-II – Information Technology
Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s degree in Electronics, Communication, Computer Science, Information Technology or an equivalent qualification with at least 50% marks.
Relevant professional experience is required as prescribed in the notification.
Officer Scale-II – Chartered Accountant
Candidates should be a Chartered Accountant from the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India and should have the required professional experience.
Officer Scale-II – Law Officer
Candidates should hold a Law degree from a recognized university with at least 50% marks and possess the required professional experience in the relevant field.
Officer Scale-II – Marketing Officer
Candidates should have an MBA in Marketing from a recognized university or institution along with the prescribed experience.
Officer Scale-II – Treasury Manager
Candidates should be a Chartered Accountant or hold an MBA in Finance from a recognized institution, along with the required experience.
Officer Scale-II – Agriculture Officer
Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Horticulture, Dairy, Animal Husbandry, Forestry, Veterinary Science, Agricultural Engineering, Pisciculture or a related discipline with at least 50% marks.
The required professional experience must also be fulfilled.
Officer Scale-III
Candidates should hold a Bachelor’s degree in any discipline with at least 50% marks.
A minimum of 5 years of experience as an officer in a bank or financial institution is required.
Selection Process
The selection procedure varies according to the post.
| Post | Selection Process |
|---|---|
| Office Assistant | Preliminary Exam → Main Exam → Final Allotment |
| Officer Scale-I | Preliminary Exam → Main Exam → Interview → Final Selection |
| Officer Scale-II & III | Single Online Exam → Interview → Final Selection |
IBPS RRB Office Assistant Exam Pattern
Preliminary Examination
The preliminary examination consists of 80 questions carrying 80 marks, with a total duration of 45 minutes.
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reasoning Ability | 40 | 40 | 25 minutes |
| Numerical Ability | 40 | 40 | 20 minutes |
| Total | 80 | 80 | 45 minutes |
A penalty of one-fourth mark is applicable for each incorrect answer, as prescribed by the examination authority.
Main Examination
The Main Examination consists of 200 questions for 200 marks with a total duration of 120 minutes.
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reasoning | 40 | 50 | 30 minutes |
| Computer Knowledge | 40 | 20 | 15 minutes |
| General Awareness | 40 | 40 | 15 minutes |
| English / Hindi Language | 40 | 40 | 30 minutes |
| Numerical Ability | 40 | 50 | 30 minutes |
| Total | 200 | 200 | 120 minutes |
IBPS RRB Officer Scale-I Exam Pattern
Preliminary Examination
The preliminary examination contains 80 questions for 80 marks and is conducted for 45 minutes.
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reasoning Ability | 40 | 40 | 25 minutes |
| Numerical Ability | 40 | 40 | 20 minutes |
| Total | 80 | 80 | 45 minutes |
Main Examination
The Main Examination contains 200 questions carrying 200 marks with a duration of 120 minutes.
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reasoning | 40 | 50 | 30 minutes |
| Computer Knowledge | 40 | 20 | 15 minutes |
| General Awareness | 40 | 40 | 15 minutes |
| English / Hindi Language | 40 | 40 | 30 minutes |
| Numerical Ability | 40 | 50 | 30 minutes |
| Total | 200 | 200 | 120 minutes |
Application Fee
The applicable application fee is as follows:
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| SC / ST / PwBD | ₹175 |
| All Other Candidates | ₹850 |
The fee applies to the respective Office Assistant and Officer posts as prescribed by IBPS.
How to Apply for IBPS RRB Recruitment 2026
Eligible candidates can submit their applications online through the official IBPS recruitment portal.
Step-by-Step Application Process
- Visit the official IBPS website.
- Open the CRP RRB XV recruitment section.
- Select the online application link for the required post.
- Complete the registration process.
- Enter your personal, educational and other required details.
- Upload the required documents, photograph and signature.
- Pay the application fee according to your category.
- Carefully review the application form before final submission.
- Submit the application form.
- Download and keep a copy of the submitted application for future reference.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Starts | 1 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 27 September 2026 |
| Preliminary Call Letter | November / December 2026 |
| Preliminary Examination | November / December 2026 |
| Preliminary Result | December 2026 / January 2027 |
| Main / Single Exam Call Letter | December 2026 / January 2027 |
| Main / Single Examination | December 2026 / January 2027 |
| Result for Officer Scale I, II & III | January 2027 |
| Interview Call Letter | January 2027 |
| Interview | January / February 2027 |
| Provisional Allotment | February / March 2027 |
Important Web Links
| Online Application – Office Assistant | Click Here |
| Online Application – Officer Scale I, II & III | Click Here |
| Last Date Extension | Click Here |
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Join WhatsApp Channel | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
Official Website: Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS)
Important: Candidates should carefully read the official IBPS CRP RRB XV notification before submitting their application and verify the eligibility conditions, vacancy details, examination schedule and other requirements.
Conclusion
The IBPS RRB Recruitment 2026 provides opportunities for candidates seeking careers in Regional Rural Banks. With 13,706 vacancies, including 352 vacancies in Assam, eligible candidates can apply for Office Assistant and Officer-level positions within the specified application period.
Candidates from Assam applying for the Office Assistant post should pay particular attention to the local language requirement and other eligibility conditions before completing their application.
