IBPS RRB 15th Recruitment 2026: 13706 Posts, Apply Online

IBPS RRB 15th Recruitment 2026: Complete Overview

The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection, commonly known as IBPS, has released the official notification for the Common Recruitment Process for Regional Rural Banks, CRP RRB XV, covering Group A Officers, Scale I, II and III, and Group B Office Assistants, Multipurpose posts. This recruitment drive is one of the largest banking recruitment cycles of the year, offering a total of 13,706 positions across Regional Rural Banks throughout India. The online application process started on 1 September 2026, and eligible candidates can apply until 21 September 2026.

Key Highlights:

• Recruiting Body: Institute of Banking Personnel Selection
• Recruitment Name: CRP RRB XV, Common Recruitment Process for Regional Rural Banks, 15th cycle
• Total Vacancies: 13,706 posts
• Posts Covered: Office Assistant (Multipurpose), Officer Scale I (Assistant Manager), Officer Scale II (General Banking, IT, CA, Law, Treasury Manager, Marketing, Agriculture), and Officer Scale III (Senior Manager)
• Application Window: 1 September 2026 to 21 September 2026
• Application Mode: Online only, separate links for Office Assistant and Officer posts
• Age (Post Wise): Minimum 18 to 21 years, maximum 28 to 40 years, as on 1 September 2026

Post-wise Vacancy Details (13,706 Total Posts)

• Office Assistant (Multipurpose): 8,183 posts
• Officer Scale I (Assistant Manager): 4,256 posts
• Officer Scale II (General Banking Officer): 666 posts
• Officer Scale II (Information Technology Officer): 182 posts
• Officer Scale II (Chartered Accountant): 81 posts
• Officer Scale II (Law Officer): 46 posts
• Officer Scale II (Treasury Manager): 18 posts
• Officer Scale II (Marketing Officer): 16 posts
• Officer Scale II (Agriculture Officer): 38 posts
• Officer Scale III (Senior Manager): 220 posts

Candidates should refer to the detailed official notification for the complete state-wise and category-wise vacancy breakup for every post.

Important Dates

• Online Application Start Date: 1 September 2026
• Online Application Last Date: 21 September 2026
• Last Date for Fee Payment: 21 September 2026
• Prelims Exam Date: To be notified later
• Prelims Admit Card: Before the Prelims exam
• Prelims Result: Will be updated once announced
• PET Exam Date (for applicable posts): November 2026
• Mains Admit Card: Before the Mains exam

Eligibility Criteria - Post-wise Details

• Office Assistant (Multipurpose): Graduation in any discipline from a recognised university or institute, along with proficiency in the local language prescribed by the participating RRB. Working knowledge of computers is desirable.
• Officer Scale I (Assistant Manager): Graduation in any discipline, with preference given to candidates holding a degree in Agriculture, Horticulture, Forestry, Animal Husbandry, Veterinary Science, Agricultural Engineering, Pisciculture, Agricultural Marketing and Cooperation, Information Technology, Management, Law, Economics, or Accountancy, along with local language proficiency. Working knowledge of computers is desirable.
• Officer Scale II, General Banking Officer: Graduation in any discipline with a minimum of 50 percent marks, preference for candidates with a degree in Banking, Finance, Marketing, Agriculture and allied fields, Information Technology, Management, Law, Economics, or Accountancy, along with 2 years of experience as an officer in a Bank or Financial Institution.
• Officer Scale II, Chartered Accountant: Must have passed the CA exam from ICAI India, with 1 year of experience as a Chartered Accountant.
• Officer Scale II, Law Officer: Degree in Law from a recognised university with a minimum of 50 percent marks in aggregate, along with 2 years of experience as an advocate or as a Law Officer in a Bank or Financial Institution.
• Officer Scale II, Marketing Officer: MBA degree in Marketing from a recognised university, with 1 year of relevant experience.
• Officer Scale II, Treasury Manager: CA qualification or an MBA degree in Finance from a recognised university, with 1 year of relevant experience.
• Officer Scale II, Agriculture Officer: Graduation degree in Agriculture, Horticulture, Dairy, Animal Husbandry, Veterinary Science, Engineering, or Pisciculture, with 2 years of relevant experience.
• Officer Scale II, Information Technology Officer: Graduation degree in Electronics, Communications, Computer Science, or Information Technology with a minimum of 50 percent marks, with 1 year of relevant experience. A certificate in ASP, PHP, C++, Java, VB, VC, or OCP is desirable.
• Officer Scale III, Senior Manager: Bachelor's degree in any discipline with a minimum of 50 percent marks in aggregate, preference for candidates with a degree or diploma in Banking, Finance, Marketing, Agriculture and allied fields, Information Technology, Management, Law, Economics, or Accountancy, along with a minimum of 5 years of experience as an Officer in a Bank or Financial Institution.

Age Limit (As on 1 September 2026)

• Office Assistant: 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

Additional age relaxation applies as per the rules of IBPS RRB Recruitment 2026 for reserved categories.

Salary and Pay Scale

Based on the pay scales generally applicable to IBPS RRB posts, the approximate salary structure is as follows.

• Office Assistant (Multipurpose): Basic pay around Rs. 24,050 per month, with in-hand salary commonly reported between Rs. 35,000 and Rs. 37,000 per month, following the pay scale progression 24,050-1,340/3-28,070-1,650/3-33,020-2,000/4-41,020-2,340/7-57,400 and further increments
• Officer Scale I (Assistant Manager): Basic pay around Rs. 48,480 per month, with in-hand salary commonly reported between Rs. 75,000 and Rs. 77,000 per month
• Officer Scale II (General Banking Officer and other Scale II posts): Basic pay around Rs. 48,170 per month, following the pay scale 48,170-1,740/1-49,910-1,990/10-69,810
• Officer Scale III (Senior Manager): In-hand salary commonly reported between Rs. 80,000 and Rs. 90,000 per month, on a pay scale higher than Officer Scale II

In addition to basic pay, selected candidates receive Dearness Allowance, House Rent Allowance, Special Allowance, Travel Allowance, Medical Allowance, and other benefits as per the bipartite settlement applicable to Regional Rural Banks. Exact figures can vary slightly depending on the specific RRB and posting location.

Application Fee

• General, OBC and EWS category candidates: Rs. 850
• SC, ST and PH category candidates: Rs. 175

The fee can be paid online using Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, IMPS, or Cash Card and Mobile Wallet options.

Selection Process

Selection for IBPS RRB 15th Recruitment 2026 follows a multi-stage process depending on the post.

• Preliminary Written Examination: Applicable for all posts
• Mains Written Examination: Applicable for Officer Scale I and Office Assistant posts
• Interview: Applicable for Officer Scale I, II and III posts only
• Document Verification and Medical Examination: Final stage for all shortlisted candidates

Candidates applying for Officer Scale II and Scale III posts with the required experience and qualification are called directly for the Single Level Exam and subsequent Interview, following the standard IBPS RRB selection structure.

How to Apply Online - Step by Step

Step 1: Visit the official IBPS website and locate the CRP RRB XV notification link relevant to your post, Office Assistant or Officer Scale I, II, III.

Step 2: Read the detailed official notification carefully to confirm your eligibility for your specific post before proceeding.

Step 3: Register on the application portal using a valid email address and mobile number.

Step 4: Fill in your personal, educational, and category related details, along with the specific post and RRB preferences as permitted.

Step 5: Upload your photograph, signature, and other required documents in the specified format and size.

Step 6: Review all entered information carefully before proceeding to payment.

Step 7: Pay the applicable application fee online using any of the available payment modes, before 21 September 2026.

Step 8: Submit the completed application form and download or print the confirmation page for your records.

Important Instructions for Applicants

• Separate Links for Each Post: Use the correct application link depending on whether you are applying for Office Assistant or for Officer Scale I, II or III posts.
• Read the Notification First: Candidates are strongly advised to read the complete official notification carefully before filling the form, paying close attention to the last date, age limit, and educational qualification sections.
• Post-wise Eligibility Varies Significantly: Officer Scale II and III posts require specific professional qualifications and prior banking or financial sector experience, unlike Office Assistant and Officer Scale I posts.
• Local Language Proficiency: Office Assistant and Officer Scale I candidates must have proficiency in the local language prescribed by their preferred RRB.
• No Manual Application: Only online applications through the official IBPS portal are accepted.
• Deadline is Firm: The application window closes on 21 September 2026. Apply well before the deadline to avoid last-minute technical issues.

Important Notice and Disclaimer

• All information in this article is based on the official IBPS notification for CRP RRB XV, released on 1 September 2026, along with independent reports tracking this recruitment cycle.
• The Prelims and Mains exam dates have not been announced yet and will be notified separately by IBPS.
• Salary figures mentioned in this article are commonly reported estimates based on the applicable RRB pay scales and may vary slightly by bank and posting location.
• Candidates must verify every detail on the official IBPS website before applying.
• NaukariGPT provides curated information only and is not responsible for any errors or changes made by the recruiting authority.