IBPS announces recruitment for 13,706 RRB positions

The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has announced a large-scale recruitment drive for Regional Rural Banks (RRBs), offering over 13,000 vacancies. The positions include Office Assistants and various Officer Scales (I, II, and III).

Online applications opened on September 1, 2026, and the deadline for submission is September 21, 2026. Preliminary examinations are expected to take place in November or December 2026. The recruitment process involves different examination patterns depending on the role; Office Assistants will undergo preliminary and main exams, while higher-scale officers may face single-level exams and interviews.

Application fees are set at ₹850 for General and OBC candidates, while ₹175 applies to SC, ST, and PwD applicants. Eligibility requirements vary by role, ranging from graduate degrees for entry-level positions to specific professional experience and certifications for senior officer roles.