The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has released the recruitment notification for IBPS CRP RRB XV for the recruitment of 13,706 vacancies in Regional Rural Banks (RRBs) across India.
The recruitment includes vacancies for Office Assistant (Multipurpose), Officer Scale-I, Officer Scale-II and Officer Scale-III posts. Candidates who fulfil the prescribed eligibility requirements can submit their applications through the online IBPS portal.
For candidates from Assam, a total of 352 vacancies are available under Assam Gramin Vikash Bank. The online application process started on 1st September 2026, and the last date to submit the application is 27th September 2026.
This article provides the major details of IBPS RRB Recruitment 2026, including vacancies, eligibility, age limit, educational qualifications, examination pattern, application fee, selection process and important dates.
IBPS RRB Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Organisation | Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) |
| Examination | IBPS CRP RRBs XV |
| Posts | Officer Scale-I, II, III & Office Assistant |
| Total Vacancies | 13,706 Posts |
| Vacancies in Assam | 352 Posts |
| Qualification | Graduate and other post-specific professional qualifications |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 1st September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 27th September 2026 |
| Application Fee | ₹850/- / ₹175/- for SC/ST/PwBD |
| Preliminary Exam Centres in Assam | Dibrugarh, Guwahati, Jorhat, Silchar, Tezpur |
IBPS RRB Vacancy Details
The IBPS CRP RRB XV recruitment covers Group A Officer posts and Group B Office Assistant posts.
Post-wise Vacancies
| 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
Candidates looking for banking jobs in Assam can apply for the vacancies available under Assam Gramin Vikash Bank.
| Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Office Assistant (Multipurpose) | 181 |
| Officer Scale-I (Assistant Manager) | 169 |
| Officer Scale-II – IT Officer | 1 |
| Officer Scale-II – Treasury Manager | 1 |
| Total | 352 |
IBPS RRB Exam Centres in Assam
Preliminary Examination Centres
The preliminary examination is scheduled to be conducted at the following centres in Assam:
- Dibrugarh
- Guwahati
- Jorhat
- Silchar
- Tezpur
Main / Single Examination Centres
The Main/Single examination centres in Assam include:
- Dibrugarh
- Guwahati
- Jorhat
- Silchar
Eligibility Criteria for IBPS RRB Recruitment 2026
Candidates must satisfy the nationality, age, educational qualification and other conditions prescribed for the particular post.
Nationality
A candidate must fulfil one of the nationality conditions prescribed by IBPS, including:
- A citizen of India; or
- A subject of Nepal; or
- A subject of Bhutan; or
- A Tibetan refugee who entered India before 1st January 1962 with the intention of permanently settling in India; or
- A person of Indian origin who has migrated from specified countries with the intention of permanently settling in India, subject to the required eligibility certificate issued by the Government of India.
Local Language Requirement
Candidates applying for Office Assistant (Multipurpose) posts in a particular Regional Rural Bank must have proficiency in the local language prescribed for the concerned State/UT.
For Assam, the prescribed local languages are:
Assamese, Bengali and Bodo
The local-language requirement is an important eligibility condition for candidates applying to participating RRBs.
IBPS RRB Age Limit
The age limit varies according to the post and is calculated as on 1st September 2026.
| Post | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Office Assistant | 18 to 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 |
Date of Birth Criteria
Office Assistant: Candidates should have been born between 2nd September 1998 and 1st September 2008, both dates inclusive.
Officer Scale-I: Candidates should have been born between 2nd September 1996 and 1st September 2008, both dates inclusive.
Officer Scale-II: Candidates should have been born between 2nd September 1994 and 1st September 2005, both dates inclusive.
Officer Scale-III: Candidates should have been born between 2nd September 1986 and 1st September 2005, both dates inclusive.
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST | 5 years |
| OBC-NCL | 3 years |
| PwBD | 10 years |
Educational Qualification
Office Assistant (Multipurpose)
Candidates must have a Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized university or an equivalent qualification.
Candidates must also:
- Possess proficiency in the local language prescribed by the participating RRB.
- Have working knowledge of computers, which is desirable.
Officer Scale-I (Assistant Manager)
Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized university or its equivalent.
Preference may be given to candidates having qualifications in fields such as:
- Agriculture
- Horticulture
- Forestry
- Animal Husbandry
- Veterinary Science
- Agricultural Engineering
- Pisciculture
- Agricultural Marketing and Cooperation
- Information Technology
- Management
- Law
- Economics
- Accountancy
Candidates must also fulfil the prescribed local-language requirement. Working knowledge of computers is desirable.
Officer Scale-II – General Banking Officer
Candidates should have a Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized university or equivalent with at least 50% marks in aggregate.
Preference may be given to candidates with qualifications in banking, finance, marketing, agriculture, horticulture, forestry, animal husbandry, veterinary science, agricultural engineering, pisciculture, agricultural marketing and cooperation, IT, management, law, economics or accountancy.
Experience: At least 2 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 or Information Technology, or an equivalent qualification, with at least 50% marks in aggregate.
Knowledge/certification in areas such as ASP, PHP, C++, Java, VB, VC, OCP etc. is desirable.
Experience: At least 1 year of relevant experience.
Officer Scale-II – Chartered Accountant
Candidates must be a Chartered Accountant (CA) from the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI).
Experience: At least 1 year of experience as a Chartered Accountant.
Officer Scale-II – Law
Candidates should possess a Law Degree from a recognized university or an equivalent qualification with at least 50% marks.
Experience: At least 2 years of experience as an Advocate or relevant experience as a Law Officer in a Bank or Financial Institution.
Officer Scale-II – Marketing
Candidates should possess an MBA in Marketing from a recognized university/institution.
Experience: At least 1 year of relevant experience.
Officer Scale-II – Treasury Manager
Candidates should be a Chartered Accountant or possess an MBA in Finance from a recognized university/institution.
Experience: At least 1 year of relevant experience.
Officer Scale-II – Agriculture
Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s Degree in one of the following fields:
- Agriculture
- Horticulture
- Dairy
- Animal Husbandry
- Forestry
- Veterinary Science
- Agricultural Engineering
- Pisciculture
The qualification should be from a recognized university or equivalent with at least 50% marks in aggregate.
Experience: At least 2 years of relevant experience.
Officer Scale-III
Candidates should have a Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized university or equivalent with at least 50% marks in aggregate.
Preference may be given to candidates with qualifications in banking, finance, marketing, agriculture, horticulture, forestry, animal husbandry, veterinary science, agricultural engineering, pisciculture, agricultural marketing and cooperation, IT, management, law, economics or accountancy.
Experience: At least 5 years of experience as an Officer in a Bank or Financial Institution.
IBPS RRB Selection Process
The selection procedure differs according to the post.
| Post | Selection Stages |
|---|---|
| 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 Office Assistant preliminary examination consists of 80 questions carrying 80 marks with a total duration of 45 minutes.
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reasoning Ability | 40 | 40 | 25 minutes |
| Numerical Ability | 40 | 40 | 20 minutes |
| Total | 80 | 80 | 45 minutes |
There is a negative marking of one-fourth mark for each incorrect answer.
Main Examination
The Main examination consists of 200 questions carrying 200 marks with a total duration of 120 minutes.
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 Officer Scale-I preliminary examination comprises 80 questions for 80 marks, with a total duration of 45 minutes.
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reasoning Ability | 40 | 40 | 25 minutes |
| Numerical Ability | 40 | 40 | 20 minutes |
| Total | 80 | 80 | 45 minutes |
A one-fourth mark is deducted for each incorrect answer.
Main Examination
The Main examination contains 200 questions for 200 marks, to be completed within 120 minutes.
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 Recruitment 2026 – Application Fee
The application fee varies according to the candidate’s category.
| Post | SC/ST/PwBD | Other Candidates |
|---|---|---|
| Officer Scale-I, II & III | ₹175/- | ₹850/- |
| Office Assistant (Multipurpose) | ₹175/- | ₹850/- |
How to Apply for IBPS RRB Recruitment 2026?
Eligible candidates can complete the application process through the official IBPS recruitment portal.
Step-by-Step Application Process
- Scroll down to the Important Web-Links section of this article.
- Click on the Online Application Form link.
- Select Click Here for New Registration and complete the registration process.
- After registration, log in using the required credentials.
- Enter your personal, educational and other required details.
- Upload the necessary documents, photograph and signature in the prescribed format.
- Pay the applicable application fee according to your category.
- Carefully verify all the information before submitting the application.
- Submit the application form before the deadline.
- Download and keep a printout of the submitted application form and payment receipt for future reference.
Important Dates of IBPS RRB Recruitment 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Starts | 1st September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 27th 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 Officers 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 |
IBPS RRB Recruitment 2026 – Conclusion
The IBPS RRB CRP XV recruitment covers 13,706 vacancies for Office Assistant and Officer posts in Regional Rural Banks. Among these, 352 vacancies are available in Assam Gramin Vikash Bank.
Candidates should carefully verify the post-wise qualification, age limit, local-language requirement, experience criteria and examination pattern before applying. Eligible applicants should complete the online registration process on or before 27th September 2026.
