The IBPS RRB Recruitment 2026 notification is out for candidates looking for banking jobs in Regional Rural Banks across India. The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has announced 13,706 vacancies for Office Assistants and Officers in participating Regional Rural Banks.
The recruitment includes Office Assistant (Multipurpose), Officer Scale-I, Officer Scale-II, and Officer Scale-III posts. Candidates who meet the eligibility requirements can apply online from September 1 to September 21, 2026.
IBPS RRB Recruitment 2026: Quick Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Body | Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) |
| Recruitment | IBPS RRB Recruitment 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 13,706 |
| Posts | Office Assistant, Officer Scale-I, II and III |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | September 1, 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | September 21, 2026 |
| Age Limit | 18 – 28 years for Office Assistant; 18 – 30 years for Officer Scale-I |
| Application Fee | ₹175 (SC/ST/PwBD) ₹850 (others) |
| Preliminary Exam | November/December 2026 |
| Main Exam | December 2026/January 2027 |
| Official Website | ibps.in |
IBPS RRB Vacancy 2026
Candidates can apply for 13,706 vacancies in different posts.
| Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Office Assistant (Multipurpose) | 8,183 |
| Officer Scale-I | 4,256 |
| Officer Scale-II | 1,047 |
| Officer Scale-III | 220 |
| Total | 13,706 |
Among these, 8,183 vacancies are for Office Assistant posts, while 4,256 vacancies are available for Officer Scale-I.
IBPS RRB Recruitment 2026: Kerala Vacancies
The recruitment also includes vacancies in Kerala Grameena Bank, making it relevant for candidates looking for Regional Rural Bank jobs in Kerala.
The reported Kerala vacancies are:
| Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Office Assistant (Multipurpose) | 350 |
| Officer Scale-I | 55 |
| Officer Scale-II | 19 |
| Officer Scale-III | 11 |
| Total | 435 |
Who Can Apply for IBPS RRB 2026?
For Office Assistant (Multipurpose) and Officer Scale-I, candidates need a bachelor’s degree from a recognised university. Candidates applying for Office Assistant and Officer Scale-I should also meet the specified local-language requirements.
For Officer Scale-II and Officer Scale-III, the eligibility requirements vary according to the post and include specific educational qualifications and prior work experience. Therefore, candidates should check the post-wise eligibility criteria in the official IBPS RRB notification before applying.
Candidates who meet the eligibility criteria can apply for both Office Assistant (Multipurpose) and one of the Officer posts – Officer Scale-I, Officer Scale-II, or Officer Scale-III.
IBPS RRB Age Limit 2026
The age limit varies by post:
- Office Assistant (Multipurpose): 18 to 28 years
- Officer Scale-I: 18 to 30 years
- Officer Scale-II: 21 to 32 years
- Officer Scale-III: 21 to 40 years
The age is calculated as on September 1, 2026. Candidates belonging to eligible reserved categories will receive age relaxation as per the applicable rules.
IBPS RRB Application Fee 2026
The application fee is:
- ₹175 for SC/ST/PwBD candidates
- ₹850 for candidates in other categories
Candidates applying for more than one eligible post need to submit the applications separately and pay the applicable fee separately for each post.
IBPS RRB Exam Date 2026
The IBPS RRB exam will be conducted in different stages depending on the post.
| Post | Exam Stage | Exam Date |
|---|---|---|
| Officer Scale-I | Preliminary Exam | November 21 & 22, 2026 |
| Officer Scale-I | Main Exam | December 20, 2026 |
| Office Assistant | Preliminary Exam | December 6, 12, & 13, 2026 |
| Office Assistant | Main Exam | January 30, 2027 |
| Officer Scale-II & III | Single Online Exam | December 20, 2026 |
IBPS RRB Selection Process 2026
The IBPS RRB selection process varies by post. Office Assistant (Multipurpose) candidates are selected based on their performance in the Main Examination, with no interview stage. For Officer Scale-I, candidates who qualify in the Main Examination are called for an interview. For Officer Scale-II and Officer Scale-III, candidates who qualify in the Single Online Examination are also shortlisted for an interview.