IBPS RRB CRP XV Recruitment 2026
13,706 Indicative Vacancies for Office Assistant, Officer Scale I, II & III
The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has opened CRP RRBs-XV recruitment for Group “A” Officers (Scale I, II & III) and Group “B” Office Assistants (Multipurpose) in participating Regional Rural Banks.
The current indicative vacancy count is 13,706. Online registration is open from 01 September 2026 to 21 September 2026.
IBPS RRB CRP XV Recruitment 2026
The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has released the notification for the Common Recruitment Process for Regional Rural Banks-XV (CRP RRBs-XV). The recruitment covers Office Assistant (Multipurpose) and Officer Scale I, Scale II and Scale III posts in participating Regional Rural Banks (RRBs).
Candidates who meet the prescribed educational qualification, age, experience and local-language requirements can submit their applications through the online application process between 01 September 2026 and 21 September 2026.
The vacancy figures are indicative and are based on the vacancy information reported by participating RRBs. The final number used for provisional allotment may change depending on the actual vacancies reported by the banks.
IBPS RRB XV Recruitment 2026 – Quick Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Body | Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) |
| Recruitment | CRP RRBs-XV |
| Posts | Office Assistant, Officer Scale I, II & III |
| Total Indicative Vacancies | 13,706 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 01 September 2026 |
| Last Date | 21 September 2026 |
| Qualification | Graduation / Post-specific qualification |
| Job Location | Regional Rural Banks across participating States / UTs |
| Official Website | IBPS |
IBPS RRB Vacancy 2026 – 13,706 Posts
The CRP RRBs-XV notification contains indicative vacancy tables for the participating RRBs. Based on the post-wise totals from the notification, the current vacancy count is 13,706 posts.
| Post | Designation | Indicative Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Office Assistant | Office Assistant (Multipurpose) | 8,183 |
| Officer Scale I | Assistant Manager | 4,256 |
| Officer Scale II | General Banking Officer | 666 |
| Officer Scale II | Information Technology Officer | 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 | Agricultural Officer | 38 |
| Officer Scale II Total | All Specialist Categories | 1,047 |
| Officer Scale III | Senior Manager | 220 |
| Grand Total | All Posts | 13,706 |
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IBPS RRB Vacancy in Assam
Candidates from Assam should pay particular attention to Assam Gramin Bank, one of the participating Regional Rural Banks under CRP RRBs-XV.
| Post | Vacancies in Assam |
|---|---|
| Office Assistant (Multipurpose) | 181 |
| Officer Scale I | 169 |
| Officer Scale II | 2 |
| Officer Scale III | 0 |
| Total | 352 |
For Assam Gramin Bank, the notification specifies local-language proficiency in Assamese, Bengali or Bodo for the applicable posts.
IBPS RRB CRP XV Important Dates 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Registration Starts | 01 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 21 September 2026 |
| Last Date for Online Fee Payment | 21 September 2026 |
| Last Date for Printing Application | 05 October 2026 – Office Assistant 06 October 2026 – Officers |
| Officer Scale I Preliminary Examination | 21 & 22 November 2026 |
| Office Assistant Preliminary Examination | 06, 12 & 13 December 2026 |
| Officer Scale I Main Examination | 20 December 2026 |
| Officer Scale II & III Single Examination | 20 December 2026 |
| Office Assistant Main Examination | 30 January 2027 |
| Officer Interview | January / February 2027 |
| Provisional Allotment | February / March 2027 |
Examination dates are subject to the official IBPS schedule and may be changed for administrative or other reasons.
IBPS RRB XV Eligibility Criteria 2026
Eligibility differs according to the post. Candidates should check the qualification, age and experience requirements for the exact post they intend to apply for before submitting the application.
Office Assistant (Multipurpose)
- Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized University or equivalent.
- Proficiency in the local language prescribed by the participating RRB.
- Working knowledge of computer is desirable.
Officer Scale I – Assistant Manager
- Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized University or equivalent.
- Proficiency in the local language prescribed by the participating RRB.
- Working knowledge of computer is desirable.
- Preference may be given to candidates with specified subject backgrounds as mentioned in the notification.
Officer Scale II – General Banking Officer
- Bachelor’s degree in any discipline with minimum 50% marks in aggregate.
- Minimum 2 years’ experience as an Officer in a Bank or Financial Institution.
Officer Scale II – Specialist Posts
| Post | Qualification | Experience |
|---|---|---|
| IT Officer | Degree in Electronics / Communication / Computer Science / Information Technology or equivalent with minimum 50% marks | 1 year relevant experience |
| Chartered Accountant | CA qualification from ICAI | 1 year as Chartered Accountant |
| Law Officer | Law degree with minimum 50% marks | 2 years as Advocate / Law Officer |
| Treasury Manager | CA or MBA in Finance | 1 year relevant experience |
| Marketing Officer | MBA in Marketing | 1 year relevant experience |
| Agricultural Officer | Relevant Agriculture / Horticulture / Dairy / Animal Husbandry / Forestry / Veterinary Science / Agricultural Engineering / Pisciculture qualification with minimum 50% marks | 2 years relevant experience |
Officer Scale III – Senior Manager
- Bachelor’s degree in any discipline with minimum 50% marks.
- Minimum 5 years’ experience as an Officer in a Bank or Financial Institution.
IBPS RRB XV Age Limit 2026
The age is calculated as on 01 September 2026, subject to the category-wise relaxation prescribed by IBPS.
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
Age relaxation is available to eligible reserved-category candidates as per Government of India guidelines and the IBPS notification.
Local Language Requirement
Local-language proficiency is particularly important for Office Assistant (Multipurpose) and Officer Scale I. Candidates should select an RRB/state only after checking the language requirements specified in the notification.
IBPS RRB Application Fee 2026
| Category | Officer Scale I, II & III | Office Assistant |
|---|---|---|
| SC / ST / PwBD | ₹175 | ₹175 |
| ESM / DESM – Office Assistant | — | ₹175 |
| All Other Candidates | ₹850 | ₹850 |
Bank transaction charges for online payment are payable by the candidate.
IBPS RRB Exam Pattern 2026
Office Assistant – Preliminary Examination
| Section | Questions | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reasoning | 40 | 40 | 25 minutes |
| Numerical Ability | 40 | 40 | 20 minutes |
| Total | 80 | 80 | 45 minutes |
Officer Scale I – Preliminary Examination
| Section | Questions | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reasoning | 40 | 40 | 25 minutes |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 40 | 40 | 20 minutes |
| Total | 80 | 80 | 45 minutes |
Office Assistant – Main Examination
| Section | 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 |
Officer Scale I – Main Examination
| Section | 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 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 40 | 50 | 30 minutes |
| Total | 200 | 200 | 120 minutes |
IBPS RRB CRP XV Selection Process
Online Application
Register online and submit the required documents and fee.
Preliminary Examination
Applicable to Office Assistant and Officer Scale I.
Main / Single Examination
Office Assistant and Scale I candidates appear for Main Examination; Scale II and III candidates appear for the Single Online Examination.
Common Interview
Applicable to Officer Scale I, Scale II and Scale III.
Provisional Allotment
Final allotment is made according to merit, preference and actual vacancies reported by participating RRBs.
Documents Required for IBPS RRB Application
Candidates should follow the file-size, format and scanning requirements given by IBPS. The photograph, signature, thumb impression, handwritten declaration and live photograph requirements should be checked before final submission.
How to Apply for IBPS RRB CRP XV 2026
Visit the IBPS Website
Open the official IBPS recruitment section and select CRP RRBs-XV.
Select Your Application
Choose Office Assistant or the applicable Officer Scale application.
Complete Registration
Enter your basic details, mobile number and email ID carefully.
Fill the Application Form
Enter educational, category, experience and other required details.
Upload Documents
Upload the required photograph, signature, thumb impression, declaration and live photograph.
Pay Application Fee
Complete online payment of the applicable fee / intimation charges.
Final Submit
Review every detail before final submission and save the application printout and payment receipt.
Important Rules for IBPS RRB XV Application
- A candidate may apply for Office Assistant and also apply for one Officer post.
- A candidate can apply for only one post in the Officer cadre — Scale I, Scale II or Scale III.
- Separate applications and applicable fees are required for separate posts.
- Qualification results must have been declared by the prescribed cut-off date mentioned in the notification.
- Local-language proficiency is important for the applicable Office Assistant and Officer Scale I posts.
- Application submission does not by itself establish eligibility. IBPS may verify eligibility at later stages.
- Incorrect information or failure to satisfy eligibility conditions may result in cancellation of candidature.
- Keep the registered mobile number and email ID active throughout the recruitment process.
Participating Regional Rural Banks Under CRP RRBs-XV
The recruitment covers 28 Regional Rural Banks listed by IBPS across participating States and Union Territories.
| No. | State / UT | Regional Rural Bank |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Andhra Pradesh | Andhra Pradesh Grameena Bank |
| 2 | Arunachal Pradesh | Arunachal Pradesh Rural Bank |
| 3 | Assam | Assam Gramin Bank |
| 4 | Bihar | Bihar Gramin Bank |
| 5 | Chhattisgarh | Chhattisgarh Gramin Bank |
| 6 | Gujarat | Gujarat Gramin Bank |
| 7 | Haryana | Haryana Gramin Bank |
| 8 | Himachal Pradesh | Himachal Pradesh Gramin Bank |
| 9 | Jammu & Kashmir | Jammu and Kashmir Grameen Bank |
| 10 | Jharkhand | Jharkhand Gramin Bank |
| 11 | Karnataka | Karnataka Grameena Bank |
| 12 | Kerala | Kerala Grameena Bank |
| 13 | Madhya Pradesh | Madhya Pradesh Gramin Bank |
| 14 | Maharashtra | Maharashtra Gramin Bank |
| 15 | Manipur | Manipur Rural Bank |
| 16 | Meghalaya | Meghalaya Rural Bank |
| 17 | Mizoram | Mizoram Rural Bank |
| 18 | Nagaland | Nagaland Rural Bank |
| 19 | Odisha | Odisha Grameen Bank |
| 20 | Puducherry | Puducherry Grama Bank |
| 21 | Punjab | Punjab Gramin Bank |
| 22 | Rajasthan | Rajasthan Gramin Bank |
| 23 | Tamil Nadu | Tamil Nadu Grama Bank |
| 24 | Telangana | Telangana Grameena Bank |
| 25 | Tripura | Tripura Gramin Bank |
| 26 | Uttar Pradesh | Uttar Pradesh Gramin Bank |
| 27 | Uttarakhand | Uttarakhand Gramin Bank |
| 28 | West Bengal | West Bengal Gramin Bank |
IBPS RRB CRP XV Recruitment 2026 – FAQs
How many vacancies are announced in IBPS RRB XV 2026?
The current indicative vacancy total is 13,706, comprising 8,183 Office Assistant, 4,256 Officer Scale I, 1,047 Officer Scale II and 220 Officer Scale III vacancies. The figures are indicative and may change according to actual vacancies reported by participating RRBs.
What is the last date to apply for IBPS RRB XV?
The last date for online registration and fee payment is 21 September 2026.
What is the qualification for IBPS RRB Office Assistant?
Candidates need a Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized University or equivalent, along with the prescribed local-language proficiency.
Can I apply for Office Assistant and Officer Scale I?
Yes. A candidate may apply for Office Assistant and also apply for one Officer post, subject to fulfilling the eligibility requirements and paying the applicable fees.
Can I apply for Scale I, Scale II and Scale III together?
No. A candidate can apply for only one post in the Officer cadre: Officer Scale I, Officer Scale II or Officer Scale III.
What is the age limit for IBPS RRB Office Assistant?
The age limit is 18 to 28 years as on 01 September 2026, subject to applicable relaxation.
What is the application fee for IBPS RRB XV?
The fee is ₹175 for specified reserved categories and ₹850 for other candidates, according to the post and category rules in the notification.
When will the IBPS RRB Scale I Prelims be held?
The tentative schedule lists the Officer Scale I Preliminary Examination on 21 and 22 November 2026.
When will the IBPS RRB Office Assistant Prelims be held?
The tentative schedule lists Office Assistant Preliminary Examination on 06, 12 and 13 December 2026.
When is the IBPS RRB Office Assistant Main Exam?
The tentative IBPS calendar lists the Office Assistant Main Examination on 30 January 2027.
Is there an interview for Office Assistant?
No. The Office Assistant selection route does not include the Officer Common Interview. Officer Scale I, II and III candidates are subject to the applicable interview stage.
Is local-language knowledge required?
Yes, local-language proficiency is an essential requirement for the applicable Office Assistant and Officer Scale I posts. Candidates should check the language specified for the RRB they select.
IBPS RRB CRP XV 2026 – Apply Online
Eligible candidates should complete the online application between 01 September 2026 and 21 September 2026. Before applying, carefully check the post-wise qualification, age, experience, local-language requirement, category conditions and vacancy details.
Source: Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS), CRP RRBs-XV Notification and official examination schedule.