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LATEST UPDATE
IBPS CRP RRBs XIV recruitment for Officers (Scale-I, II, III) and Office Assistants in Regional Rural Banks is ongoing. Online registration and fee payment are open from September 1, 2025, to September 21, 2025. Pre-Exam Training (PET) is scheduled for November 2025. Preliminary Online Exams for Officers Scale-I and Office Assistants will be in November/December 2025, with results in December 2025/January 2026. Main/Single Exams follow in December 2025/February 2026, interviews in January/February 2026, and provisional allotment in February/March 2026.
EXAM SYLLABUS
IBPS RRB Clerk covers Reasoning, Quant, General Awareness, English/Hindi, and Computer basics. PO syllabus is similar but tougher, with added focus on data interpretation, banking awareness, and followed by an interview. Officer Scale-II (GBO) adds Financial Awareness to the PO syllabus, while Specialist Officers also need Professional Knowledge in their field (IT, Law, CA, Agriculture, Marketing, Treasury). Scale-III syllabus is same as Scale-II GBO but with a deeper focus on advanced banking, economy, and risk management.
1. Office Assistant (Clerk)
Prelims
Reasoning: Puzzles, Seating arrangement, Coding-decoding, Syllogism, Inequalities, Blood relations, Directions, Alphabet/Number series.
Numerical Ability: Simplification, Approximation, Number series, Data interpretation (tables/graphs), Arithmetic (age, ratio, percentage, profit-loss, time-work, time-distance, SI/CI).
Mains (includes above + extra)
General Awareness: Current affairs, Banking awareness, Static GK (countries, capitals, sports, awards, schemes).
English / Hindi Language: Grammar, Vocabulary, Comprehension, Cloze test, Error spotting.
Computer Knowledge: Basics of hardware/software, MS Office, Internet, Networking, Security, Keyboard shortcuts.
2. Officer Scale-I (PO)
Prelims – Same as Clerk (Reasoning + Quant).
Mains
Reasoning & Quant: Same as Clerk but tougher level, includes Data Sufficiency, Caselets, Probability.
General Awareness: Banking industry, RBI functions, RRB functions, Current Economy, Government schemes.
English/Hindi Language: Same as Clerk but with higher difficulty.
Computer Knowledge: Same as Clerk.
After Mains > Interview.
3. Officer Scale-II (General Banking Officer – GBO)
Single Exam
Reasoning & Quant/DI: Advanced puzzles, high-level DI, Probability, Permutation, Combination.
Financial Awareness: Indian economy, Budget, Monetary policy, Banking & Financial terms, Priority sector lending, Basel norms, NPA.
English/Hindi Language: Advanced comprehension, grammar, business correspondence.
Computer Knowledge: Networking, DBMS, Cyber security basics.
4. Officer Scale-II (Specialist Officers)
Additional Subject (Professional Knowledge – as per specialization):
IT Officer: Programming, DBMS, Networking, Cyber security, Software engineering.
Chartered Accountant (CA): Accounting standards, Auditing, Taxation.
Law Officer: Constitution, Banking law, Company law, Contract law.
Agriculture Officer: Crops, Soil, Irrigation, Agri-economy, Government schemes.
Treasury/Marketing Officer: Financial management, Forex, Capital markets, Marketing strategies.
5. Officer Scale-III (Senior Manager)
Single Exam – Same as Scale-II (GBO) but tougher level with more focus on Financial Awareness, Banking Operations, Economy, Risk Management, and Business-related knowledge.
Detailed Exam Syllabus For Mains Exam
Reasoning
The detailed syllabus for Reasoning along with the topic description, topic example & difficulty level is given below :-
Topic | Topic Description | Topic Example | Topic Difficulty Level |
Inequality | When a group of elements are given with a certain coded relationship denoted by <, >, = etc, such type of questions fall under the category of reasoning Inequality. | Statements: Conclusions: | Easy & Less time Consuming |
Syllogism | Questions require thinking for arriving at a specific conclusion by examining other premises or ideas. | Statements: | Easy & Less time Consuming |
Puzzle & Seating Arrangements | Questions require to analyze the given piece of information, pick the information that is important and leave out the information that is not required in solving the given set of questions | Certain number of persons sit in a straight linear row facing towards north but information about few of them is given. G sits second from an extreme end. Only three persons sit between G and E. B is fifth to the left of R. 6 persons sit between R and E. A, who is third to the left of E, is adjacent to G. 2 persons sit between F and R, who is not at an extreme end. Number of persons to the right of F is same as number of persons between G and A. |
LATEST UPDATE
IBPS CRP RRBs XIV recruitment for Officers (Scale-I, II, III) and Office Assistants in Regional Rural Banks is ongoing. Online registration and fee payment are open from September 1, 2025, to September 21, 2025. Pre-Exam Training (PET) is scheduled for November 2025. Preliminary Online Exams for Officers Scale-I and Office Assistants will be in November/December 2025, with results in December 2025/January 2026. Main/Single Exams follow in December 2025/February 2026, interviews in January/February 2026, and provisional allotment in February/March 2026.
EXAM SYLLABUS
IBPS RRB Clerk covers Reasoning, Quant, General Awareness, English/Hindi, and Computer basics. PO syllabus is similar but tougher, with added focus on data interpretation, banking awareness, and followed by an interview. Officer Scale-II (GBO) adds Financial Awareness to the PO syllabus, while Specialist Officers also need Professional Knowledge in their field (IT, Law, CA, Agriculture, Marketing, Treasury). Scale-III syllabus is same as Scale-II GBO but with a deeper focus on advanced banking, economy, and risk management.
1. Office Assistant (Clerk)
Prelims
Reasoning: Puzzles, Seating arrangement, Coding-decoding, Syllogism, Inequalities, Blood relations, Directions, Alphabet/Number series.
Numerical Ability: Simplification, Approximation, Number series, Data interpretation (tables/graphs), Arithmetic (age, ratio, percentage, profit-loss, time-work, time-distance, SI/CI).
Mains (includes above + extra)
General Awareness: Current affairs, Banking awareness, Static GK (countries, capitals, sports, awards, schemes).
English / Hindi Language: Grammar, Vocabulary, Comprehension, Cloze test, Error spotting.
Computer Knowledge: Basics of hardware/software, MS Office, Internet, Networking, Security, Keyboard shortcuts.
2. Officer Scale-I (PO)
Prelims – Same as Clerk (Reasoning + Quant).
Mains
Reasoning & Quant: Same as Clerk but tougher level, includes Data Sufficiency, Caselets, Probability.
General Awareness: Banking industry, RBI functions, RRB functions, Current Economy, Government schemes.
English/Hindi Language: Same as Clerk but with higher difficulty.
Computer Knowledge: Same as Clerk.
After Mains > Interview.
3. Officer Scale-II (General Banking Officer – GBO)
Single Exam
Reasoning & Quant/DI: Advanced puzzles, high-level DI, Probability, Permutation, Combination.
Financial Awareness: Indian economy, Budget, Monetary policy, Banking & Financial terms, Priority sector lending, Basel norms, NPA.
English/Hindi Language: Advanced comprehension, grammar, business correspondence.
Computer Knowledge: Networking, DBMS, Cyber security basics.
4. Officer Scale-II (Specialist Officers)
Additional Subject (Professional Knowledge – as per specialization):
IT Officer: Programming, DBMS, Networking, Cyber security, Software engineering.
Chartered Accountant (CA): Accounting standards, Auditing, Taxation.
Law Officer: Constitution, Banking law, Company law, Contract law.
Agriculture Officer: Crops, Soil, Irrigation, Agri-economy, Government schemes.
Treasury/Marketing Officer: Financial management, Forex, Capital markets, Marketing strategies.
5. Officer Scale-III (Senior Manager)
Single Exam – Same as Scale-II (GBO) but tougher level with more focus on Financial Awareness, Banking Operations, Economy, Risk Management, and Business-related knowledge.
Detailed Exam Syllabus For Mains Exam
Reasoning
The detailed syllabus for Reasoning along with the topic description, topic example & difficulty level is given below :-
Topic | Topic Description | Topic Example | Topic Difficulty Level |
Inequality | When a group of elements are given with a certain coded relationship denoted by <, >, = etc, such type of questions fall under the category of reasoning Inequality. | Statements: Conclusions: | Easy & Less time Consuming |
Syllogism | Questions require thinking for arriving at a specific conclusion by examining other premises or ideas. | Statements: | Easy & Less time Consuming |
Puzzle & Seating Arrangements | Questions require to analyze the given piece of information, pick the information that is important and leave out the information that is not required in solving the given set of questions | Certain number of persons sit in a straight linear row facing towards north but information about few of them is given. G sits second from an extreme end. Only three persons sit between G and E. B is fifth to the left of R. 6 persons sit between R and E. A, who is third to the left of E, is adjacent to G. 2 persons sit between F and R, who is not at an extreme end. Number of persons to the right of F is same as number of persons between G and A. | Complex & Time Consuming |
Coding - Decoding | Identifying the pattern used for coding of a given data set and using the same for performing specific operation. | “action packed night concert” is coded as “jio nul meb fot” “star night out media” is coded as “ops hfa meb gul” “media action report drama” is coded as “nul vis hfa dum” “star strike media concert” is coded as “hfa gul fot sam” | Complex & Time Consuming |
Direction & Distance | Questions based on the finding the correct order as per given information | A + B (5) = A is 10 m to the NORTH of B | Easy & Less time Consuming |
Data Sufficiency | Analyzing the given information and judging whether the given information is sufficient to answer the question or not | There are seven members in a family, four males and four females. A is wife of C. C has two sons Q and B. T is the mother of R. How is R related to C? | Complex & Time Consuming |
Input - Output | Some kind of word and number arrangement is given. With each subsequent operation, the arrangement of the words and numbers changes. These operations are performed until a final arrangement is reached or is performed in a loop. Candidates are required to identify the hidden pattern in the rearrangement and apply it to the machine input-output questions. | A number arrangement machine when given an input line of numbers rearranges them following a particular rule in each step. The following is an illustration of input and rearrangement. Input: 62 97 38 74 55 12 86 45 68 22 Find the different steps of output using the above mentioned logic for the following input. Input: 88 59 28 94 37 75 15 64 71 48 | Complex & Time Consuming |
Verbal Reasoning | Questions from statement & argument, Statement & conclusion, Decision making, etc. | Statement: | Complex & Time Consuming |
Quantitative Aptitude & Data interpretation
The detailed syllabus for Quantitative Aptitude & Data Interpretation along with the topic description, topic example & difficulty level is given below:
Topic | Topic Description | Topic Example | Topic Difficulty Level |
Data Interpretation | Questions based on Pie chart, Bar graphs, Venn Diagram, Radar etc | The pie chart given below gives the information about percentage distribution of child labours from five different cities. The line graph given below gives the information about the percentage of child labours with respect to total population of the respective cities. | 10+2 Level |
Permutation, Combination & Probability | Finding the chances of occurrence or non-occurrence of a certain event. | In how many ways can a cricket team of eleven players to be chosen out of a batch of 15 players? | 10+2 Level |
Number Series | Completing the given series by finding the pattern among the numbers. | Find the wrong term in the given series. | 10+2 Level |
Simplification | Questions based on mathematical operations to be performed using BODMAS |
| 10+2 Level |
Number Systems | Comprises question from BODMAS, Square roots, Cube roots LCM HCF etc | Find the number lying between 900 and 1000 which when divided by 38 and 57 leaves in each case a remainder 23. | 10+2 Level |
Ratio & Proportion | Questions related to finding ratio or proportion among the numbers. | A certain amount was to be distributed among A, B and C in the ratio 2 : 3 : 4 respectively, but was erroneously distributed in the ratio 7 : 2 : 5 respectively. As a result of this, B got Rs.40 Less. What is the amount? | 10+2 Level |
Percentage | Calculating percentage and performing operation based on it | When 30% of a number is added to another number, the second number increases by 60%. What is the respective ratio between the first and the second number? | 10+2 Level |
Averages | Calculating average of the given data set | The average salary of 65 workers is Rs. 5680 out of which average salary of 31 workers is Rs. 2356 and that of 23 workers is Rs. 4589. What is the average salary of remaining workers?(value in approximate) | 10+2 Level |
Profit & Loss | Calculating Profit or Loss by selling or purchasing articles at a given amount | An article was purchased for Rs.78,350. Its price was marked up by 30%. It was sold at a discount of 20% on the marked up price. What was the profit percent on the cost price? | 10+2 Level |
Work & Time | Questions related to work done by persons and time taken by them. | Vijay can do a piece of work in 24 days. Rakesh can do the same work in 30 days and Vinod in 40 days. Vijay and Vinod worked for 4 days and handed it to Rakesh. Rakesh worked for some days and handed it again to Vijay and Vinod 6 days before completing the work. For how many days did Rakesh work? | 10+2 Level |
Time & Distance | Calculation of time, speed or distance covered by a moving object | The speeds of the Shaan and Rohan are 50 km/h and 30 km/h respectively. Initially Shaan is at a place N and Rohan is at a place M. The distance between M and N is 710 km. Shaan started his journey 3 hours earlier than Rohan to meet each other. If they meet each other at a place R somewhere between M and N. then what the distance between R and N? | 10+2 Level |
Mixtures & Allegations | Questions based on mixing up of two or more materials in a specific proportion | A solution of ‘THANDA SHARBAT’ has 15% sugar. Another solution has 5% sugar. How many liters’ of the second solution must be added to the 20L of first solution to make a solution of 10 % sugar? | 10+2 Level |
Simple Interest & Compound Interest | Calculating Simple & Compound Interest on a given amount for a specific time at a given rate | The certain sum will amount to Rs 12,100 in 2 years at 10% per annum of compound interest, interest being compounded annually. What is the sum ? | 10+2 Level |
Data Sufficiency | Analysing the given information and judging whether the given information is sufficient to answer the question or not | When length of a rectangle was increased by 20% and breadth remains constant then area was increased by 100 sq. cm. What is the perimeter of the rectangle. Statement I : After increasing the length, the rectangle becomes a square. Statement II : After increasing the length, all the angles of the rectangle becomes 90 degree. | 10+2 Level |
English / Hindi Language
The detailed syllabus for English/ Hindi Language along with the topic description, topic example & difficulty level is given below:
Topic | Topic Description | Topic Example | Topic Difficulty Level |
Reading Comprehensions | Analysing the passage and answering Questions based on it | Theme of the passage "Globalization of Financial Markets" | 10+2 Level |
Spotting Errors | Spotting the Errors in a given sentence | Select the part of the sentence that contains an error. | 10+2 Level |
Fill in the Blanks | Filling the blanks with the neccessary word according to the sentence | At a _________ store recently launched by a Kochi-based startup at the city’s Gold Souk Grande Mall, customers get a _________ experience of what cashier-less shopping feels like. | 10+2 Level |
Misspelled Words | Finding the Word misspelled from the given options | Find out the word that is inappropriate or wrongly spelt, if any. | 10+2 Level |
Rearrangement of Sentence | Rearranging the sentences in a logical order such that they make sense. | Given below are five sentences (A), (B), (C), (D) and (E). These are not in their proper sequence. Rearrange them so as to form a meaningful paragraph, then answer the questions given below them. | 10+2 Level |
Phrasal Rearrangement | Finding the correct sequence of words to form a meaningful sentence | Technology is (A) investors,workers,companies and policymakers(B)/ are clueless about how to safeguard jobs(C) ) difficult to comprehend that(D)/ changing work at a pace so(E) | 10+2 Level |
Idioms and Phrases | Questions based on Idioms & Phrases used in English Langauge | Let the cat out of the bag. | 10+2 Level |
Cloze Tests | Filling Appropriate word in each of the blank in the given paragraph | Theme of the passage "Covid-19 | 10+2 Level |
One word Substitution | Using of one word in place of a wordy phrase in order to make the sentence structure cleare | I don’t mind talking to him about the project but he is a person who thinks only of himself. | 10+2 Level |
Antonyms and Synonyms | Choosing the correct Synonym/ Antonym of the given word. | Select the Antonym of “Uncouth” from the following options | 10+2 Level |
General Awareness
The detailed syllabus for General/ Banking/ Economy Awareness along with the topic description, topic example & difficulty level is given below:
Topic | Topic Description | Topic Example | Topic Difficulty Level |
Current Affairs | National/International Events, Appointment, Awards Functions, Government Schemes, etc | Who was England’s Cricket Team | Past 5-6 Months |
Static Awareness | Wildlife Sanctuaries and National Parks, Important Days/Dates, Political Leaders Movements etc. | What is the currency of Malaysia? | Based on General Knowledge |
Banking/ Economy Awareness | Bank, Capital, Money market, Government Initiatives | Where is the Headquarters of Asian Development Bank (ADB)? |
Computer Knowlwdge
The detailed syllabus for Computer Knowledge along with the topic description, topic example & difficulty level is given below:
Topic | Topic Description | Topic Example | Topic Difficulty Level |
Computer Fundamental | Meaning, Devices, RAM, ROM etc | How many bits equal one byte? | 10+2 Level |
Internet & Networking | Computer Motherboards, Operating Systems, Bootable Pendrives etc | OSI model has how many layers? | 10+2 Level |
Input - Output Devices | Keyboard, mouse, monitor etc | What is the high speed device used in CPU for temporary storage during processing called? | 10+2 Level |
Computer Applications | MS-Word, Excel, Spreadsheets, Etc | Where is that particular feature of MS Word located, which saves the documents automatically after a certain interval of time? | 10+2 Level |
Software & Hardware | Operating System, Applications, types of Software etc | Which of the following file system used by the operating system to identify the physical locations of a file on the hard drive? | 10+2 Level |
Virus & Antivirus | Direct action virus, File infector virus etc. types of anti-virus | In which type of malicious act, hacker contacts you by phone or email and attempts to acquire your password? | 10+2 Level |
Digitilization & Short Keys | Shortcut keys for various functions. | What is the short cut key when we press to create a copyright symbol? | 10+2 Level |
Data Base Management | Computer Architecture, Data Representation, Algorithms | SMTP, FTP and DNS are applications/protocols of the _____ layer. | 10+2 Level |
File System & Abbreviations | Abbreviations used in Computer world. | What is the full form of ADSL? | 10+2 Level |
IMPORTANT LINKS
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LATEST UPDATE
IBPS CRP RRBs XIV recruitment for Officers (Scale-I, II, III) and Office Assistants in Regional Rural Banks is ongoing. Online registration and fee payment are open from September 1, 2025, to September 21, 2025. Pre-Exam Training (PET) is scheduled for November 2025. Preliminary Online Exams for Officers Scale-I and Office Assistants will be in November/December 2025, with results in December 2025/January 2026. Main/Single Exams follow in December 2025/February 2026, interviews in January/February 2026, and provisional allotment in February/March 2026.
EXAM PATTERN
Office Assistant (Clerk) has Prelims (Reasoning & Numerical, 80 marks, 45 mins) and Mains (Reasoning, Quant, GA, English/Hindi, Computer, 200 marks, 2 hrs) with no interview. Officer Scale-I (PO) has Prelims (Reasoning & Quant, 80 marks, 45 mins), Mains (Reasoning, Quant, GA, English/Hindi, Computer, 200 marks, 2 hrs) followed by Interview. Officer Scale-II (GBO & Specialist) and Scale-III have a Single Exam (Reasoning, Quant/DI, Financial Awareness, English/Hindi, Computer; plus Professional Knowledge for Specialists; 200 marks, 2 hrs) followed by Interview. All papers are objective, bilingual (except English section), with 0.25 negative marking.
1. Office Assistant (Clerk)
Main Exam
Reasoning – 40 Q, 50 Marks
Numerical Ability – 40 Q, 50 Marks
General Awareness – 40 Q, 40 Marks
English Language / Hindi Language – 40 Q, 40 Marks
Computer Knowledge – 40 Q, 20 Marks
Total: 200 Q, 200 Marks | Time: 2 hours
No Interview. Final selection based on Mains + Document Verification.
2. Officer Scale-I (Probationary Officer)
Main Exam
Reasoning – 40 Q, 50 Marks
Quantitative Aptitude – 40 Q, 50 Marks
General Awareness – 40 Q, 40 Marks
English / Hindi Language – 40 Q, 40 Marks
Computer Knowledge – 40 Q, 20 Marks
Total: 200 Q, 200 Marks | Time: 2 hours
Interview
Candidates shortlisted from Mains appear for an Interview (coordinated by Nodal RRBs & IBPS with NABARD & Govt).
Final selection = Mains + Interview (weightage 80:20).
3. Officer Scale-II (Specialist Cadre & GBO)
Single Online Exam (for both GBO and Specialist)
Reasoning – 40 Q, 40 Marks
Quantitative Aptitude & Data Interpretation – 40 Q, 40 Marks
Financial Awareness – 40 Q, 40 Marks
English / Hindi Language – 40 Q, 40 Marks
Computer Knowledge – 40 Q, 20 Marks
Professional Knowledge (only for Specialist Officers) – 40 Q, 40 Marks
Total: 200 Q, 200 Marks | Time: 2 hours
Interview
After Single Exam, shortlisted candidates attend Interview.
Final merit = Written + Interview (80:20 weightage).
4. Officer Scale-III (Senior Manager)
Single Online Exam
Reasoning – 40 Q, 40 Marks
Quantitative Aptitude & Data Interpretation – 40 Q, 40 Marks
Financial Awareness – 40 Q, 40 Marks
English / Hindi Language – 40 Q, 40 Marks
Computer Knowledge – 40 Q, 20 Marks
Total: 200 Q, 200 Marks | Time: 2 hours
Interview
Same process as Scale-II.
Final merit = Written + Interview (80:20).
Key Points
Exam Mode: Online (Objective, Multiple Choice Questions)
Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted for each wrong answer.
Candidates can choose either English or Hindi Language section.
Marks obtained in Mains are considered for Final Merit + Interview (Prelims is only qualifying).
IMPORTANT LINKS
For Official Website: Click Here
For Official Notification: Click Here
LATEST UPDATE
IBPS CRP RRBs XIV recruitment for Officers (Scale-I, II, III) and Office Assistants in Regional Rural Banks is ongoing. Online registration and fee payment are open from September 1, 2025, to September 21, 2025. Pre-Exam Training (PET) is scheduled for November 2025. Preliminary Online Exams for Officers Scale-I and Office Assistants will be in November/December 2025, with results in December 2025/January 2026. Main/Single Exams follow in December 2025/February 2026, interviews in January/February 2026, and provisional allotment in February/March 2026.
EXAM PATTERN
Office Assistant (Clerk) has Prelims (Reasoning & Numerical, 80 marks, 45 mins) and Mains (Reasoning, Quant, GA, English/Hindi, Computer, 200 marks, 2 hrs) with no interview. Officer Scale-I (PO) has Prelims (Reasoning & Quant, 80 marks, 45 mins), Mains (Reasoning, Quant, GA, English/Hindi, Computer, 200 marks, 2 hrs) followed by Interview. Officer Scale-II (GBO & Specialist) and Scale-III have a Single Exam (Reasoning, Quant/DI, Financial Awareness, English/Hindi, Computer; plus Professional Knowledge for Specialists; 200 marks, 2 hrs) followed by Interview. All papers are objective, bilingual (except English section), with 0.25 negative marking.
1. Office Assistant (Clerk)
Main Exam
Reasoning – 40 Q, 50 Marks
Numerical Ability – 40 Q, 50 Marks
General Awareness – 40 Q, 40 Marks
English Language / Hindi Language – 40 Q, 40 Marks
Computer Knowledge – 40 Q, 20 Marks
Total: 200 Q, 200 Marks | Time: 2 hours
No Interview. Final selection based on Mains + Document Verification.
2. Officer Scale-I (Probationary Officer)
Main Exam
Reasoning – 40 Q, 50 Marks
Quantitative Aptitude – 40 Q, 50 Marks
General Awareness – 40 Q, 40 Marks
English / Hindi Language – 40 Q, 40 Marks
Computer Knowledge – 40 Q, 20 Marks
Total: 200 Q, 200 Marks | Time: 2 hours
Interview
Candidates shortlisted from Mains appear for an Interview (coordinated by Nodal RRBs & IBPS with NABARD & Govt).
Final selection = Mains + Interview (weightage 80:20).
3. Officer Scale-II (Specialist Cadre & GBO)
Single Online Exam (for both GBO and Specialist)
Reasoning – 40 Q, 40 Marks
Quantitative Aptitude & Data Interpretation – 40 Q, 40 Marks
Financial Awareness – 40 Q, 40 Marks
English / Hindi Language – 40 Q, 40 Marks
Computer Knowledge – 40 Q, 20 Marks
Professional Knowledge (only for Specialist Officers) – 40 Q, 40 Marks
Total: 200 Q, 200 Marks | Time: 2 hours
Interview
After Single Exam, shortlisted candidates attend Interview.
Final merit = Written + Interview (80:20 weightage).
4. Officer Scale-III (Senior Manager)
Single Online Exam
Reasoning – 40 Q, 40 Marks
Quantitative Aptitude & Data Interpretation – 40 Q, 40 Marks
Financial Awareness – 40 Q, 40 Marks
English / Hindi Language – 40 Q, 40 Marks
Computer Knowledge – 40 Q, 20 Marks
Total: 200 Q, 200 Marks | Time: 2 hours
Interview
Same process as Scale-II.
Final merit = Written + Interview (80:20).
Key Points
Exam Mode: Online (Objective, Multiple Choice Questions)
Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted for each wrong answer.
Candidates can choose either English or Hindi Language section.
Marks obtained in Mains are considered for Final Merit + Interview (Prelims is only qualifying).
IMPORTANT LINKS
For Official Website: Click Here
For Official Notification: Click Here
LATEST UPDATE
IBPS CRP RRBs XIV recruitment for Officers (Scale-I, II, III) and Office Assistants in Regional Rural Banks is ongoing. Online registration and fee payment are open from September 1, 2025, to September 21, 2025. Pre-Exam Training (PET) is scheduled for November 2025. Preliminary Online Exams for Officers Scale-I and Office Assistants will be in November/December 2025, with results in December 2025/January 2026. Main/Single Exams follow in December 2025/February 2026, interviews in January/February 2026, and provisional allotment in February/March 2026.
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
For IBPS RRB, candidates must be graduates. Age limits are: Clerk 18–28 yrs, PO 18–30 yrs, Scale-II 21–32 yrs, and Scale-III 21–40 yrs (with relaxations for reserved categories). Local language proficiency and basic computer knowledge are required; Scale-II and III need relevant experience, and Specialists must have subject-specific degrees.
1. Nationality
Must be an Indian citizen, or
Subject of Nepal/Bhutan, or
Tibetan refugee settled in India before 1 Jan 1962, or
Person of Indian origin migrated from select countries.
2. Age Limit
Office Assistant (Clerk): 18 – 28 years
Officer Scale-I (PO): 18 – 30 years
Officer Scale-II (Manager): 21 – 32 years
Officer Scale-III (Senior Manager): 21 – 40 years
3. Educational Qualification
Office Assistant & Officer Scale-I: Graduate in any discipline; proficiency in local language; computer knowledge desirable.
Officer Scale-II (GBO): Graduate with minimum 50% marks + 2 years experience in a bank/financial institution.
Officer Scale-II (Specialist): Graduate in relevant field (IT, Law, CA, Agriculture, Marketing, Treasury) with 1–2 years experience.
Officer Scale-III: Graduate with minimum 50% marks + 5 years experience in banking/financial sector.
IMPORTANT LINKS
For Official Website: Click Here
For Official Notification: Click Here
LATEST UPDATE
IBPS CRP RRBs XIV recruitment for Officers (Scale-I, II, III) and Office Assistants in Regional Rural Banks is ongoing. Online registration and fee payment are open from September 1, 2025, to September 21, 2025. Pre-Exam Training (PET) is scheduled for November 2025. Preliminary Online Exams for Officers Scale-I and Office Assistants will be in November/December 2025, with results in December 2025/January 2026. Main/Single Exams follow in December 2025/February 2026, interviews in January/February 2026, and provisional allotment in February/March 2026.
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
For IBPS RRB, candidates must be graduates. Age limits are: Clerk 18–28 yrs, PO 18–30 yrs, Scale-II 21–32 yrs, and Scale-III 21–40 yrs (with relaxations for reserved categories). Local language proficiency and basic computer knowledge are required; Scale-II and III need relevant experience, and Specialists must have subject-specific degrees.
1. Nationality
Must be an Indian citizen, or
Subject of Nepal/Bhutan, or
Tibetan refugee settled in India before 1 Jan 1962, or
Person of Indian origin migrated from select countries.
2. Age Limit
Office Assistant (Clerk): 18 – 28 years
Officer Scale-I (PO): 18 – 30 years
Officer Scale-II (Manager): 21 – 32 years
Officer Scale-III (Senior Manager): 21 – 40 years
3. Educational Qualification
Office Assistant & Officer Scale-I: Graduate in any discipline; proficiency in local language; computer knowledge desirable.
Officer Scale-II (GBO): Graduate with minimum 50% marks + 2 years experience in a bank/financial institution.
Officer Scale-II (Specialist): Graduate in relevant field (IT, Law, CA, Agriculture, Marketing, Treasury) with 1–2 years experience.
Officer Scale-III: Graduate with minimum 50% marks + 5 years experience in banking/financial sector.
IMPORTANT LINKS
For Official Website: Click Here
For Official Notification: Click Here
LATEST UPDATE
IBPS CRP RRBs XIV recruitment for Officers (Scale-I, II, III) and Office Assistants in Regional Rural Banks is ongoing. Online registration and fee payment are open from September 1, 2025, to September 21, 2025. Pre-Exam Training (PET) is scheduled for November 2025. Preliminary Online Exams for Officers Scale-I and Office Assistants will be in November/December 2025, with results in December 2025/January 2026. Main/Single Exams follow in December 2025/February 2026, interviews in January/February 2026, and provisional allotment in February/March 2026.
IMPORTANT DATES
The IBPS CRP RRBs XIV notification for the recruitment of Officers (Scale-I, II & III) and Office Assistants (Multipurpose) in Regional Rural Banks was released on August 31, 2025, by the Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS). It announces 13,217 vacancies across 28 RRBs, with online applications open from September 1 to September 21, 2025, via www.ibps.in. The process includes Prelims (November/December 2025), Main/Single exams (December 2025/February 2026), and interviews for Officers (January/February 2026), with provisional allotment in February/March 2026. Candidates must meet eligibility criteria, pay fees (Rs.850 for General/OBC, Rs.175 for SC/ST/PwD), and upload required documents.
Events | Dates |
On-line registration of Application by Candidates | 01.09.2025 to 21.09.2025 |
Payment of Application Fees/Intimation Charges (Online) | 01.09.2025 to 21.09.2025 |
Edit Window for Candidates to Modify/ Correct Application Form (including online payment for Edit) | After closure of Registration (will be notified on Official IBPS website) |
Conduct of Pre-Exam Training (PET) | November, 2025 |
Download of call letters for online examination – Preliminary (Officers/ OA) | November / December, 2025 |
Online Examination – Preliminary (Officers/OA) | November / December, 2025 |
Result of Online exam – Preliminary (Officers/ OA) | December, 2025 / January, 2026 |
Download of Call letter for Online exam – Main / Single (Officers/ OA) | December 2025/ January, 2026 |
Online Examination – Main / Single (Officers/OA) | December, 2025 / February, 2026 |
Declaration of Result – Main/ Single (For Officers Scale I, II and III) | January, 2026 |
Download of call letters for interview (For Officers Scale I, II and III) | January, 2026 |
Conduct of interview (For Officers Scale I, II and III) | January/ February, 2026 |
Provisional Allotment (For Officers Scale I, II and III & Office Assistants (Multipurpose) | February/ March, 2026 |
IMPORTANT LINKS
For Official Website: Click Here
For Official Notification: Click Here
LATEST UPDATE
IBPS CRP RRBs XIV recruitment for Officers (Scale-I, II, III) and Office Assistants in Regional Rural Banks is ongoing. Online registration and fee payment are open from September 1, 2025, to September 21, 2025. Pre-Exam Training (PET) is scheduled for November 2025. Preliminary Online Exams for Officers Scale-I and Office Assistants will be in November/December 2025, with results in December 2025/January 2026. Main/Single Exams follow in December 2025/February 2026, interviews in January/February 2026, and provisional allotment in February/March 2026.
IMPORTANT DATES
The IBPS CRP RRBs XIV notification for the recruitment of Officers (Scale-I, II & III) and Office Assistants (Multipurpose) in Regional Rural Banks was released on August 31, 2025, by the Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS). It announces 13,217 vacancies across 28 RRBs, with online applications open from September 1 to September 21, 2025, via www.ibps.in. The process includes Prelims (November/December 2025), Main/Single exams (December 2025/February 2026), and interviews for Officers (January/February 2026), with provisional allotment in February/March 2026. Candidates must meet eligibility criteria, pay fees (Rs.850 for General/OBC, Rs.175 for SC/ST/PwD), and upload required documents.
Events | Dates |
On-line registration of Application by Candidates | 01.09.2025 to 21.09.2025 |
Payment of Application Fees/Intimation Charges (Online) | 01.09.2025 to 21.09.2025 |
Edit Window for Candidates to Modify/ Correct Application Form (including online payment for Edit) | After closure of Registration (will be notified on Official IBPS website) |
Conduct of Pre-Exam Training (PET) | November, 2025 |
Download of call letters for online examination – Preliminary (Officers/ OA) | November / December, 2025 |
Online Examination – Preliminary (Officers/OA) | November / December, 2025 |
Result of Online exam – Preliminary (Officers/ OA) | December, 2025 / January, 2026 |
Download of Call letter for Online exam – Main / Single (Officers/ OA) | December 2025/ January, 2026 |
Online Examination – Main / Single (Officers/OA) | December, 2025 / February, 2026 |
Declaration of Result – Main/ Single (For Officers Scale I, II and III) | January, 2026 |
Download of call letters for interview (For Officers Scale I, II and III) | January, 2026 |
Conduct of interview (For Officers Scale I, II and III) | January/ February, 2026 |
Provisional Allotment (For Officers Scale I, II and III & Office Assistants (Multipurpose) | February/ March, 2026 |
IMPORTANT LINKS
For Official Website: Click Here
For Official Notification: Click Here
LATEST UPDATE
IBPS CRP RRBs XIV recruitment for Officers (Scale-I, II, III) and Office Assistants in Regional Rural Banks is ongoing. Online registration and fee payment are open from September 1, 2025, to September 21, 2025. Pre-Exam Training (PET) is scheduled for November 2025. Preliminary Online Exams for Officers Scale-I and Office Assistants will be in November/December 2025, with results in December 2025/January 2026. Main/Single Exams follow in December 2025/February 2026, interviews in January/February 2026, and provisional allotment in February/March 2026.
EXAM ANALYSIS 2024
Overall Exam Difficulty
Difficulty level across shifts was generally Moderate.
“Good attempts”—number of questions you needed to attempt accurately to be safe—were in the range of 100-118 for many shifts.
Good Attempts
Section | Difficulty Level | Good Attempts (approx) |
Reasoning | Moderate | 24-28 |
Quantitative Aptitude (Quants) | Moderate to Difficult in some shifts (especially Data Interpretation heavy) | 15-19 |
English/Hindi Language | Moderate; mostly easier than Quant & Reasoning | 27-31 |
General Awareness (GA) | Moderate; some questions tricky or less predictable | 20-24 |
Computer Knowledge | Moderate; many basic questions, fewer tricky ones | 21-25 |
Officer Scale- I Mains (2021)
IBPS RRB Officer Scale I Mains exam was conducted on 25th September 2021.
Exam Analysis Section wise
Reasoning Ability:
The reasoning section of the IBPS RRB Officer Scale I Mains exam was of Easy Level.In this shift, reasoning questions are asked from Syllogism, Logical Reasoning, Blood Relations Order Ranking etc.
Section | No. of Questions |
Puzzles & Seating Arrangement | 15 |
Data Sufficiency | 2-3 |
Syllog | 5-7 |
Blood Relation | 4-6 |
LATEST UPDATE
IBPS CRP RRBs XIV recruitment for Officers (Scale-I, II, III) and Office Assistants in Regional Rural Banks is ongoing. Online registration and fee payment are open from September 1, 2025, to September 21, 2025. Pre-Exam Training (PET) is scheduled for November 2025. Preliminary Online Exams for Officers Scale-I and Office Assistants will be in November/December 2025, with results in December 2025/January 2026. Main/Single Exams follow in December 2025/February 2026, interviews in January/February 2026, and provisional allotment in February/March 2026.
EXAM ANALYSIS 2024
Overall Exam Difficulty
Difficulty level across shifts was generally Moderate.
“Good attempts”—number of questions you needed to attempt accurately to be safe—were in the range of 100-118 for many shifts.
Good Attempts
Section | Difficulty Level | Good Attempts (approx) |
Reasoning | Moderate | 24-28 |
Quantitative Aptitude (Quants) | Moderate to Difficult in some shifts (especially Data Interpretation heavy) | 15-19 |
English/Hindi Language | Moderate; mostly easier than Quant & Reasoning | 27-31 |
General Awareness (GA) | Moderate; some questions tricky or less predictable | 20-24 |
Computer Knowledge | Moderate; many basic questions, fewer tricky ones | 21-25 |
Officer Scale- I Mains (2021)
IBPS RRB Officer Scale I Mains exam was conducted on 25th September 2021.
Exam Analysis Section wise
Reasoning Ability:
The reasoning section of the IBPS RRB Officer Scale I Mains exam was of Easy Level.In this shift, reasoning questions are asked from Syllogism, Logical Reasoning, Blood Relations Order Ranking etc.
Section | No. of Questions |
Puzzles & Seating Arrangement | 15 |
Data Sufficiency | 2-3 |
Syllog | 5-7 |
Blood Relation | 4-6 |
Direction Based Questions | 7-8 |
Logical Reasoning(Cause & Effect,etc) | 6-9 |
Quantitative Aptitude:
The quantitative aptitude section was of Easy to Moderate level.
Section | No. of Questions |
Data Interpretation(Line Graph+ Tabular) | 15 |
Missing Number Serie | 5-6 |
Caselet | 4-5 |
Problem on Age | 4-5 |
Mensuration | 5-6 |
Time & Work | 3-5 |
Arithmetic | 7-8 |
English Language:
The English language section of the IBPS RRB Officer Scale I exam was Easy to Moderate. The Reading Comprehension topic is based on US Electricity bill & consumption.
Section | No. of Questions |
Reading Comprehension | 8 |
Rearrangement | 4 |
MSC | 5 |
Match The Column | 5 |
Error Detection | 5 |
Fill In The Blanks | 4-5 |
Word Swap | 4-5 |
Hindi Language:
The Hindi language section was Easy to Moderate.
Section | No. of Questions |
Sentence Rearrangement | 7-8 |
Error Spotting | 5-4 |
Fill In The Blanks | 6-5 |
Antonyms | 5-4 |
Synonyms | 4-5 |
Computer Knowledge:
The topics based on which questions were asked in the Mains exam are given below:
Computer Generation
MS Office
I/O Device
Internet
Computer Shortcuts
Section | No. of Questions |
Computer Software | 5-7 |
RAM | 4-5 |
Basics of Computer | 5-6 |
Microsoft Offices | 4-5 |
Computer Devices | 6-7 |
MSC | 8-10 |
General Awareness:
Given below is a list of topics and fields based on which questions were asked in the general awareness section:
Flipkart- Shopify
National Doctors Day
Archery Championship
Total Number of small finance banks
Chairman of LIC
Questions from Olympics
Global Start-UP Ecosystem
GDP Projection related questions
E-name UNHRC?
Salute doctors launched by which bank
Venue of Knowledge Summit
Airport related one question
Global Startup related one question
BPCL MD
Forbs related questions
Rent & Landlord related Act
Good Attempts and Difficulty Level:
Section | Good Attempts | Level of Exam |
Reasoning Ability | 32-34 | Moderate |
Quantitative Aptitude | 23-26 | Moderate to Difficult |
General Awareness | 17-19 | Moderate |
English/Hindi Langauge | 23-25 | Easy to Moderate |
Computer Knowledge | 19-21 | Moderate |
IMPORTANT LINKS
For Official Website: Click Here
For Official Notification: Click Here
LATEST UPDATE
IBPS CRP RRBs XIV recruitment for Officers (Scale-I, II, III) and Office Assistants in Regional Rural Banks is ongoing. Online registration and fee payment are open from September 1, 2025, to September 21, 2025. Pre-Exam Training (PET) is scheduled for November 2025. Preliminary Online Exams for Officers Scale-I and Office Assistants will be in November/December 2025, with results in December 2025/January 2026. Main/Single Exams follow in December 2025/February 2026, interviews in January/February 2026, and provisional allotment in February/March 2026.
STUDY TIPS & PLAN
To succeed in the IBPS RRB Officer Mains exam, it's essential to create a well-rounded preparation strategy. This includes following a structured study plan, regularly practicing previous year’s papers and mock tests, and focusing on the four key sections at the mains level: English/Hindi, Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning, General Awareness (GA), and Computer Aptitude. Strengthen your foundational knowledge, stay updated with daily current affairs for the GA section, and regularly practice puzzles and advanced reasoning questions. For Quantitative Aptitude, emphasize mastering Data Interpretation (DI) and core concepts while continuously working on improving your speed and accuracy.
Understand the Syllabus: Start by thoroughly understanding the syllabus and exam pattern. Focus on high-weightage sections like Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, and General Awareness.
Practice Mock Tests: Take regular mock tests to improve time management, understand the difficulty level, and analyze your performance. This will help you track your progress and identify weak areas.
Revise Regularly: Consistent revision is key. Make notes of important formulas, shortcuts, and concepts to review them frequently.
Strengthen Conceptual Knowledge: Instead of rote learning, focus on building a strong understanding of the basics, especially in Quant and Reasoning.
Stay Updated for General Awareness: Read newspapers, banking magazines, and websites for the latest current affairs, banking terms, and government schemes.
Work on Speed and Accuracy: Both speed and accuracy matter. Practice solving questions under time constraints to improve your exam-taking ability.
6 Month Study Plan
Months 1–2: Cover core subjects – Reasoning (Puzzles, DI-based reasoning) and Quant (DI, Arithmetic, Word Problems) thoroughly.
Month 3: Focus on General Awareness (Banking + Current Affairs of last 6–8 months) and Computer Knowledge basics.
Month 4: Strengthen English/Hindi Language – comprehension, grammar, vocab.
Month 5: Begin full-length mock tests (2–3 per week), analyze mistakes, and revise weak topics.
Month 6: Daily mock tests + final revision of notes, formulas, and current affairs for exam readiness.
3 Month Study Plan
Month 1: Build strong base in Reasoning (Puzzles, Seating) and Quant (DI, Arithmetic, Word Problems).
Month 2: Focus on General Awareness (Banking + Current Affairs of last 6 months) and Computer Knowledge; start sectional tests.
Month 3: Attempt full-length mock tests (3–4 per week), revise weak areas, and polish English/Hindi Language skills. Last 10 days – only revision + daily mocks, avoid new topics.
1 Month Study Plan
Week 1: Revise Reasoning (Puzzles, Seating, Syllogism) and Quant (DI, Arithmetic basics) thoroughly.
Week 2: Cover General Awareness (last 6 months CA + Banking) and Computer Knowledge; make quick notes.
Week 3: Practice English/Hindi Language daily and attempt full-length mock tests (every 2 days).
Week 4: Focus on revision + daily mocks, analyze mistakes, and polish speed & accuracy.
IMPORTANT LINKS
For Official Website: Click Here
For Official Notification: Click Here
LATEST UPDATE
IBPS CRP RRBs XIV recruitment for Officers (Scale-I, II, III) and Office Assistants in Regional Rural Banks is ongoing. Online registration and fee payment are open from September 1, 2025, to September 21, 2025. Pre-Exam Training (PET) is scheduled for November 2025. Preliminary Online Exams for Officers Scale-I and Office Assistants will be in November/December 2025, with results in December 2025/January 2026. Main/Single Exams follow in December 2025/February 2026, interviews in January/February 2026, and provisional allotment in February/March 2026.
STUDY TIPS & PLAN
To succeed in the IBPS RRB Officer Mains exam, it's essential to create a well-rounded preparation strategy. This includes following a structured study plan, regularly practicing previous year’s papers and mock tests, and focusing on the four key sections at the mains level: English/Hindi, Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning, General Awareness (GA), and Computer Aptitude. Strengthen your foundational knowledge, stay updated with daily current affairs for the GA section, and regularly practice puzzles and advanced reasoning questions. For Quantitative Aptitude, emphasize mastering Data Interpretation (DI) and core concepts while continuously working on improving your speed and accuracy.
Understand the Syllabus: Start by thoroughly understanding the syllabus and exam pattern. Focus on high-weightage sections like Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, and General Awareness.
Practice Mock Tests: Take regular mock tests to improve time management, understand the difficulty level, and analyze your performance. This will help you track your progress and identify weak areas.
Revise Regularly: Consistent revision is key. Make notes of important formulas, shortcuts, and concepts to review them frequently.
Strengthen Conceptual Knowledge: Instead of rote learning, focus on building a strong understanding of the basics, especially in Quant and Reasoning.
Stay Updated for General Awareness: Read newspapers, banking magazines, and websites for the latest current affairs, banking terms, and government schemes.
Work on Speed and Accuracy: Both speed and accuracy matter. Practice solving questions under time constraints to improve your exam-taking ability.
6 Month Study Plan
Months 1–2: Cover core subjects – Reasoning (Puzzles, DI-based reasoning) and Quant (DI, Arithmetic, Word Problems) thoroughly.
Month 3: Focus on General Awareness (Banking + Current Affairs of last 6–8 months) and Computer Knowledge basics.
Month 4: Strengthen English/Hindi Language – comprehension, grammar, vocab.
Month 5: Begin full-length mock tests (2–3 per week), analyze mistakes, and revise weak topics.
Month 6: Daily mock tests + final revision of notes, formulas, and current affairs for exam readiness.
3 Month Study Plan
Month 1: Build strong base in Reasoning (Puzzles, Seating) and Quant (DI, Arithmetic, Word Problems).
Month 2: Focus on General Awareness (Banking + Current Affairs of last 6 months) and Computer Knowledge; start sectional tests.
Month 3: Attempt full-length mock tests (3–4 per week), revise weak areas, and polish English/Hindi Language skills. Last 10 days – only revision + daily mocks, avoid new topics.
1 Month Study Plan
Week 1: Revise Reasoning (Puzzles, Seating, Syllogism) and Quant (DI, Arithmetic basics) thoroughly.
Week 2: Cover General Awareness (last 6 months CA + Banking) and Computer Knowledge; make quick notes.
Week 3: Practice English/Hindi Language daily and attempt full-length mock tests (every 2 days).
Week 4: Focus on revision + daily mocks, analyze mistakes, and polish speed & accuracy.
IMPORTANT LINKS
For Official Website: Click Here
For Official Notification: Click Here
LATEST UPDATE
IBPS CRP RRBs XIV recruitment for Officers (Scale-I, II, III) and Office Assistants in Regional Rural Banks is ongoing. Online registration and fee payment are open from September 1, 2025, to September 21, 2025. Pre-Exam Training (PET) is scheduled for November 2025. Preliminary Online Exams for Officers Scale-I and Office Assistants will be in November/December 2025, with results in December 2025/January 2026. Main/Single Exams follow in December 2025/February 2026, interviews in January/February 2026, and provisional allotment in February/March 2026.
OVERVIEW
The full name of the exam is the "Common Recruitment Process for Recruitment of Officers (Scale-I, II & III) and Office Assistants (Multipurpose) in Regional Rural Banks (CRP RRBs XIV)." The exam is conducted by the Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS), an autonomous body responsible for recruiting personnel for banking organizations. The exam aims to recruit candidates for Group “A” - Officers (Scale-I, II & III) and Group “B” - Office Assistants (Multipurpose) positions in Regional Rural Banks (RRBs) across India. The exam is conducted annually by IBPS.
Particulars | Description |
Exam Full Name | Common Recruitment Process for Recruitment of Officers (Scale-I, II & III) and Office Assistants (Multipurpose) in Regional Rural Banks |
Conducting Body | Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) |
Purpose of the Exam | Recruit candidates for Group “A” - Officers (Scale-I, II & III) and Group “B” - Office Assistants (Multipurpose) |
Exam Frequency | Once in a year |
Exam Level | National Level Exam |
Candidates Registered Last Year | 5.74 Lacs |
Test Takers Last Year | 4.36 Lacs |
Help Desk & Website | 1800222366/18001034566 & https://www.ibps.in/ |
EXAM PATTERN
Office Assistant (Clerk) has Prelims (Reasoning & Numerical, 80 marks, 45 mins) and Mains (Reasoning, Quant, GA, English/Hindi, Computer, 200 marks, 2 hrs) with no interview. Officer Scale-I (PO) has Prelims (Reasoning & Quant, 80 marks, 45 mins), Mains (Reasoning, Quant, GA, English/Hindi, Computer, 200 marks, 2 hrs) followed by Interview. Officer Scale-II (GBO & Specialist) and Scale-III have a Single Exam (Reasoning, Quant/DI, Financial Awareness, English/Hindi, Computer; plus Professional Knowledge for Specialists; 200 marks, 2 hrs) followed by Interview. All papers are objective, bilingual (except English section), with 0.25 negative marking.
1. Office Assistant (Clerk)
Preliminary Exam
Reasoning – 40 Q, 40 Marks
Numerical Ability – 40 Q, 40 Marks
Total: 80 Q, 80 Marks | Time: 45 minutes
Main Exam
Reasoning – 40 Q, 50 Marks
Numerical Ability – 40 Q, 50 Marks
General Awareness – 40 Q, 40 Marks
English Language / Hindi Language – 40 Q, 40 Marks
Computer Knowledge – 40 Q, 20 Marks
Total: 200 Q, 200 Marks | Time: 2 hours
No Interview. Final selection based on Mains + Document Verification.
2. Officer Scale-I (Probationary Officer)
Preliminary Exam
Reasoning – 40 Q, 40 Marks
Quantitative Aptitude – 40 Q, 40 Marks
Total: 80 Q, 80 Marks | Time: 45 minutes
Main Exam
Reasoning – 40 Q, 50 Marks
Quantitative Aptitude – 40 Q, 50 Marks
General Awareness – 40 Q, 40 Marks
English / Hindi Language – 40 Q, 40 Marks
Computer Knowledge – 40 Q, 20 Marks
Total: 200 Q, 200 Marks | Time: 2 hours
Interview
Candidates shortlisted from Mains appear for an Interview (coordinated by Nodal RRBs & IBPS with NABARD & Govt).
Final selection = Mains + Interview (weightage 80:20).
3. Officer Scale-II (Specialist Cadre & GBO)
Single Online Exam (for both GBO and Specialist)
Reasoning – 40 Q, 40 Marks
Quantitative Aptitude & Data Interpretation – 40 Q, 40 Marks
Financial Awareness – 40 Q, 40 Marks
English / Hindi Language – 40 Q, 40 Marks
Computer Knowledge – 40 Q, 20 Marks
Professional Knowledge (only for Specialist Officers) – 40 Q, 40 Marks
Total: 200 Q, 200 Marks | Time: 2 hours
Interview
After Single Exam, shortlisted candidates attend Interview.
Final merit = Written + Interview (80:20 weightage).
4. Officer Scale-III (Senior Manager)
Single Online Exam
Reasoning – 40 Q, 40 Marks
Quantitative Aptitude & Data Interpretation – 40 Q, 40 Marks
Financial Awareness – 40 Q, 40 Marks
English / Hindi Language – 40 Q, 40 Marks
Computer Knowledge – 40 Q, 20 Marks
Total: 200 Q, 200 Marks | Time: 2 hours
Interview
Same process as Scale-II.
Final merit = Written + Interview (80:20).
EXAM SYLLABUS
IBPS RRB Clerk covers Reasoning, Quant, General Awareness, English/Hindi, and Computer basics. PO syllabus is similar but tougher, with added focus on data interp
...LATEST UPDATE
IBPS CRP RRBs XIV recruitment for Officers (Scale-I, II, III) and Office Assistants in Regional Rural Banks is ongoing. Online registration and fee payment are open from September 1, 2025, to September 21, 2025. Pre-Exam Training (PET) is scheduled for November 2025. Preliminary Online Exams for Officers Scale-I and Office Assistants will be in November/December 2025, with results in December 2025/January 2026. Main/Single Exams follow in December 2025/February 2026, interviews in January/February 2026, and provisional allotment in February/March 2026.
OVERVIEW
The full name of the exam is the "Common Recruitment Process for Recruitment of Officers (Scale-I, II & III) and Office Assistants (Multipurpose) in Regional Rural Banks (CRP RRBs XIV)." The exam is conducted by the Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS), an autonomous body responsible for recruiting personnel for banking organizations. The exam aims to recruit candidates for Group “A” - Officers (Scale-I, II & III) and Group “B” - Office Assistants (Multipurpose) positions in Regional Rural Banks (RRBs) across India. The exam is conducted annually by IBPS.
Particulars | Description |
Exam Full Name | Common Recruitment Process for Recruitment of Officers (Scale-I, II & III) and Office Assistants (Multipurpose) in Regional Rural Banks |
Conducting Body | Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) |
Purpose of the Exam | Recruit candidates for Group “A” - Officers (Scale-I, II & III) and Group “B” - Office Assistants (Multipurpose) |
Exam Frequency | Once in a year |
Exam Level | National Level Exam |
Candidates Registered Last Year | 5.74 Lacs |
Test Takers Last Year | 4.36 Lacs |
Help Desk & Website | 1800222366/18001034566 & https://www.ibps.in/ |
EXAM PATTERN
Office Assistant (Clerk) has Prelims (Reasoning & Numerical, 80 marks, 45 mins) and Mains (Reasoning, Quant, GA, English/Hindi, Computer, 200 marks, 2 hrs) with no interview. Officer Scale-I (PO) has Prelims (Reasoning & Quant, 80 marks, 45 mins), Mains (Reasoning, Quant, GA, English/Hindi, Computer, 200 marks, 2 hrs) followed by Interview. Officer Scale-II (GBO & Specialist) and Scale-III have a Single Exam (Reasoning, Quant/DI, Financial Awareness, English/Hindi, Computer; plus Professional Knowledge for Specialists; 200 marks, 2 hrs) followed by Interview. All papers are objective, bilingual (except English section), with 0.25 negative marking.
1. Office Assistant (Clerk)
Preliminary Exam
Reasoning – 40 Q, 40 Marks
Numerical Ability – 40 Q, 40 Marks
Total: 80 Q, 80 Marks | Time: 45 minutes
Main Exam
Reasoning – 40 Q, 50 Marks
Numerical Ability – 40 Q, 50 Marks
General Awareness – 40 Q, 40 Marks
English Language / Hindi Language – 40 Q, 40 Marks
Computer Knowledge – 40 Q, 20 Marks
Total: 200 Q, 200 Marks | Time: 2 hours
No Interview. Final selection based on Mains + Document Verification.
2. Officer Scale-I (Probationary Officer)
Preliminary Exam
Reasoning – 40 Q, 40 Marks
Quantitative Aptitude – 40 Q, 40 Marks
Total: 80 Q, 80 Marks | Time: 45 minutes
Main Exam
Reasoning – 40 Q, 50 Marks
Quantitative Aptitude – 40 Q, 50 Marks
General Awareness – 40 Q, 40 Marks
English / Hindi Language – 40 Q, 40 Marks
Computer Knowledge – 40 Q, 20 Marks
Total: 200 Q, 200 Marks | Time: 2 hours
Interview
Candidates shortlisted from Mains appear for an Interview (coordinated by Nodal RRBs & IBPS with NABARD & Govt).
Final selection = Mains + Interview (weightage 80:20).
3. Officer Scale-II (Specialist Cadre & GBO)
Single Online Exam (for both GBO and Specialist)
Reasoning – 40 Q, 40 Marks
Quantitative Aptitude & Data Interpretation – 40 Q, 40 Marks
Financial Awareness – 40 Q, 40 Marks
English / Hindi Language – 40 Q, 40 Marks
Computer Knowledge – 40 Q, 20 Marks
Professional Knowledge (only for Specialist Officers) – 40 Q, 40 Marks
Total: 200 Q, 200 Marks | Time: 2 hours
Interview
After Single Exam, shortlisted candidates attend Interview.
Final merit = Written + Interview (80:20 weightage).
4. Officer Scale-III (Senior Manager)
Single Online Exam
Reasoning – 40 Q, 40 Marks
Quantitative Aptitude & Data Interpretation – 40 Q, 40 Marks
Financial Awareness – 40 Q, 40 Marks
English / Hindi Language – 40 Q, 40 Marks
Computer Knowledge – 40 Q, 20 Marks
Total: 200 Q, 200 Marks | Time: 2 hours
Interview
Same process as Scale-II.
Final merit = Written + Interview (80:20).
EXAM SYLLABUS
IBPS RRB Clerk covers Reasoning, Quant, General Awareness, English/Hindi, and Computer basics. PO syllabus is similar but tougher, with added focus on data interpretation, banking awareness, and followed by an interview. Officer Scale-II (GBO) adds Financial Awareness to the PO syllabus, while Specialist Officers also need Professional Knowledge in their field (IT, Law, CA, Agriculture, Marketing, Treasury). Scale-III syllabus is same as Scale-II GBO but with a deeper focus on advanced banking, economy, and risk management.
1. Office Assistant (Clerk)
Prelims
Reasoning: Puzzles, Seating arrangement, Coding-decoding, Syllogism, Inequalities, Blood relations, Directions, Alphabet/Number series.
Numerical Ability: Simplification, Approximation, Number series, Data interpretation (tables/graphs), Arithmetic (age, ratio, percentage, profit-loss, time-work, time-distance, SI/CI).
Mains (includes above + extra)
General Awareness: Current affairs, Banking awareness, Static GK (countries, capitals, sports, awards, schemes).
English / Hindi Language: Grammar, Vocabulary, Comprehension, Cloze test, Error spotting.
Computer Knowledge: Basics of hardware/software, MS Office, Internet, Networking, Security, Keyboard shortcuts.
2. Officer Scale-I (PO)
Prelims – Same as Clerk (Reasoning + Quant).
Mains
Reasoning & Quant: Same as Clerk but tougher level, includes Data Sufficiency, Caselets, Probability.
General Awareness: Banking industry, RBI functions, RRB functions, Current Economy, Government schemes.
English/Hindi Language: Same as Clerk but with higher difficulty.
Computer Knowledge: Same as Clerk.
After Mains > Interview.
3. Officer Scale-II (General Banking Officer – GBO)
Single Exam
Reasoning & Quant/DI: Advanced puzzles, high-level DI, Probability, Permutation, Combination.
Financial Awareness: Indian economy, Budget, Monetary policy, Banking & Financial terms, Priority sector lending, Basel norms, NPA.
English/Hindi Language: Advanced comprehension, grammar, business correspondence.
Computer Knowledge: Networking, DBMS, Cyber security basics.
4. Officer Scale-II (Specialist Officers)
Additional Subject (Professional Knowledge – as per specialization):
IT Officer: Programming, DBMS, Networking, Cyber security, Software engineering.
Chartered Accountant (CA): Accounting standards, Auditing, Taxation.
Law Officer: Constitution, Banking law, Company law, Contract law.
Agriculture Officer: Crops, Soil, Irrigation, Agri-economy, Government schemes.
Treasury/Marketing Officer: Financial management, Forex, Capital markets, Marketing strategies.
5. Officer Scale-III (Senior Manager)
Single Exam – Same as Scale-II (GBO) but tougher level with more focus on Financial Awareness, Banking Operations, Economy, Risk Management, and Business-related knowledge.
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
For IBPS RRB, candidates must be graduates. Age limits are: Clerk 18–28 yrs, PO 18–30 yrs, Scale-II 21–32 yrs, and Scale-III 21–40 yrs (with relaxations for reserved categories). Local language proficiency and basic computer knowledge are required; Scale-II and III need relevant experience, and Specialists must have subject-specific degrees.
1. Nationality
Must be an Indian citizen, or
Subject of Nepal/Bhutan, or
Tibetan refugee settled in India before 1 Jan 1962, or
Person of Indian origin migrated from select countries.
2. Age Limit
Office Assistant (Clerk): 18 – 28 years
Officer Scale-I (PO): 18 – 30 years
Officer Scale-II (Manager): 21 – 32 years
Officer Scale-III (Senior Manager): 21 – 40 years
3. Educational Qualification
Office Assistant & Officer Scale-I: Graduate in any discipline; proficiency in local language; computer knowledge desirable.
Officer Scale-II (GBO): Graduate with minimum 50% marks + 2 years experience in a bank/financial institution.
Officer Scale-II (Specialist): Graduate in relevant field (IT, Law, CA, Agriculture, Marketing, Treasury) with 1–2 years experience.
Officer Scale-III: Graduate with minimum 50% marks + 5 years experience in banking/financial sector.
SELECTION PROCESS
IBPS RRB selection is: Clerk – Prelims, Mains, Document Verification; PO – Prelims, Mains, Interview; Scale-II & III – Single Exam, Interview. Final merit combines written scores and interview (80:20 for Officers).
Office Assistant (Clerk): Prelims > Mains > Document Verification (no interview).
Officer Scale-I (PO): Prelims > Mains > Interview > Final Merit.
Officer Scale-II & III: Single Exam > Interview > Final Merit.
Final selection is based on exam scores (Prelims + Mains or Single Exam) plus interview (for Officers), with weightage of 80:20 between written exam and interview.
IMPORTANT LINKS
For Official Website: Click Here
For Official Notification: Click Here
LATEST UPDATE
IBPS CRP RRBs XIV recruitment for Officers (Scale-I, II, III) and Office Assistants in Regional Rural Banks is ongoing. Online registration and fee payment are open from September 1, 2025, to September 21, 2025. Pre-Exam Training (PET) is scheduled for November 2025. Preliminary Online Exams for Officers Scale-I and Office Assistants will be in November/December 2025, with results in December 2025/January 2026. Main/Single Exams follow in December 2025/February 2026, interviews in January/February 2026, and provisional allotment in February/March 2026.
OVERVIEW
The full name of the exam is the "Common Recruitment Process for Recruitment of Officers (Scale-I, II & III) and Office Assistants (Multipurpose) in Regional Rural Banks (CRP RRBs XIV)." The exam is conducted by the Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS), an autonomous body responsible for recruiting personnel for banking organizations. The exam aims to recruit candidates for Group “A” - Officers (Scale-I, II & III) and Group “B” - Office Assistants (Multipurpose) positions in Regional Rural Banks (RRBs) across India. The exam is conducted annually by IBPS.
Particulars | Description |
Exam Full Name | Common Recruitment Process for Recruitment of Officers (Scale-I, II & III) and Office Assistants (Multipurpose) in Regional Rural Banks |
Conducting Body | Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) |
Purpose of the Exam | Recruit candidates for Group “A” - Officers (Scale-I, II & III) and Group “B” - Office Assistants (Multipurpose) |
Exam Frequency | Once in a year |
Exam Level | National Level Exam |
Candidates Registered Last Year | 5.74 Lacs |
Test Takers Last Year | 4.36 Lacs |
Help Desk & Website | 1800222366/18001034566 & https://www.ibps.in/ |
SALIENT FEATURES
The "Common Recruitment Process for Recruitment of Officers (Scale-I) in Regional Rural Banks (CRP RRBs XIV)" is conducted by the Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) to recruit candidates for Officer Scale-I (Assistant Manager) positions in Regional Rural Banks (RRBs). It is an online exam with multiple-choice questions (MCQ), featuring 80 questions in Prelims (80 marks, 45 minutes) and 200 questions in Main (200 marks, 2 hours), with a 0.25 mark penalty for wrong answers. The exam is available in English, Hindi, and additional regional languages as per guidelines. The selection process includes Prelims, Main exam, and an interview, with final allotment based on cumulative scores and vacancy availability.
The "Common Recruitment Process for Recruitment of Officers (Scale-II & III) in Regional Rural Banks (CRP RRBs XIV)" is managed by the Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) to recruit candidates for Officer Scale-II (Manager) and Scale-III (Senior Manager) positions in RRBs. This online exam uses multiple-choice questions (MCQ), with 200-250 questions in a Single exam (200-250 marks, 2-3 hours), and a 0.25 mark penalty for wrong answers. It is offered in English, Hindi, and additional regional languages as per guidelines. The selection process involves a Single online exam followed by an interview, with final allotment based on cumulative scores and vacancy availability.
The "Common Recruitment Process for Recruitment of Office Assistants (Multipurpose) in Regional Rural Banks (CRP RRBs XIV)" is conducted by the Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) to recruit candidates for Office Assistant (Multipurpose) positions in RRBs. This online exam features multiple-choice questions (MCQ), with 80 questions in Prelims (80 marks, 45 minutes) and 200 questions in Main (200 marks, 2 hours), with a 0.25 mark penalty for wrong answers. The exam is available in English, Hindi, and additional regional languages as per guidelines. The selection process includes Prelims and Main exams, with no interview, and final allotment based on Main exam scores and vacancy availability.
Particulars | Description |
Exam Type | Online Exam |
Exam Questions Type | Multiple-choice questions (MCQ) |
Total No. of Questions | Prelims - 80 Questions & Mains - 200/250 Questions* |
Total No. of Marks | Prelims - 80 Marks & Mains - 200/250 Marks* |
Total Duration | Prelims - 45 Minutes & Mains - 2/3 Hours* |
Negative Marking | 0.25 mark penalty for wrong answers |
Exam Language | English, Hindi, and additional regional languages* |
Selection Process | Prelims, Main exam, and an interview (For Office Assistants Multipurpose No Interview will be conducted) |
NOTIFICATION DETAILS
The IBPS CRP RRBs XIV notification for the recruitment of Officers (Scale-I, II & III) and O
...LATEST UPDATE
IBPS CRP RRBs XIV recruitment for Officers (Scale-I, II, III) and Office Assistants in Regional Rural Banks is ongoing. Online registration and fee payment are open from September 1, 2025, to September 21, 2025. Pre-Exam Training (PET) is scheduled for November 2025. Preliminary Online Exams for Officers Scale-I and Office Assistants will be in November/December 2025, with results in December 2025/January 2026. Main/Single Exams follow in December 2025/February 2026, interviews in January/February 2026, and provisional allotment in February/March 2026.
OVERVIEW
The full name of the exam is the "Common Recruitment Process for Recruitment of Officers (Scale-I, II & III) and Office Assistants (Multipurpose) in Regional Rural Banks (CRP RRBs XIV)." The exam is conducted by the Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS), an autonomous body responsible for recruiting personnel for banking organizations. The exam aims to recruit candidates for Group “A” - Officers (Scale-I, II & III) and Group “B” - Office Assistants (Multipurpose) positions in Regional Rural Banks (RRBs) across India. The exam is conducted annually by IBPS.
Particulars | Description |
Exam Full Name | Common Recruitment Process for Recruitment of Officers (Scale-I, II & III) and Office Assistants (Multipurpose) in Regional Rural Banks |
Conducting Body | Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) |
Purpose of the Exam | Recruit candidates for Group “A” - Officers (Scale-I, II & III) and Group “B” - Office Assistants (Multipurpose) |
Exam Frequency | Once in a year |
Exam Level | National Level Exam |
Candidates Registered Last Year | 5.74 Lacs |
Test Takers Last Year | 4.36 Lacs |
Help Desk & Website | 1800222366/18001034566 & https://www.ibps.in/ |
SALIENT FEATURES
The "Common Recruitment Process for Recruitment of Officers (Scale-I) in Regional Rural Banks (CRP RRBs XIV)" is conducted by the Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) to recruit candidates for Officer Scale-I (Assistant Manager) positions in Regional Rural Banks (RRBs). It is an online exam with multiple-choice questions (MCQ), featuring 80 questions in Prelims (80 marks, 45 minutes) and 200 questions in Main (200 marks, 2 hours), with a 0.25 mark penalty for wrong answers. The exam is available in English, Hindi, and additional regional languages as per guidelines. The selection process includes Prelims, Main exam, and an interview, with final allotment based on cumulative scores and vacancy availability.
The "Common Recruitment Process for Recruitment of Officers (Scale-II & III) in Regional Rural Banks (CRP RRBs XIV)" is managed by the Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) to recruit candidates for Officer Scale-II (Manager) and Scale-III (Senior Manager) positions in RRBs. This online exam uses multiple-choice questions (MCQ), with 200-250 questions in a Single exam (200-250 marks, 2-3 hours), and a 0.25 mark penalty for wrong answers. It is offered in English, Hindi, and additional regional languages as per guidelines. The selection process involves a Single online exam followed by an interview, with final allotment based on cumulative scores and vacancy availability.
The "Common Recruitment Process for Recruitment of Office Assistants (Multipurpose) in Regional Rural Banks (CRP RRBs XIV)" is conducted by the Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) to recruit candidates for Office Assistant (Multipurpose) positions in RRBs. This online exam features multiple-choice questions (MCQ), with 80 questions in Prelims (80 marks, 45 minutes) and 200 questions in Main (200 marks, 2 hours), with a 0.25 mark penalty for wrong answers. The exam is available in English, Hindi, and additional regional languages as per guidelines. The selection process includes Prelims and Main exams, with no interview, and final allotment based on Main exam scores and vacancy availability.
Particulars | Description |
Exam Type | Online Exam |
Exam Questions Type | Multiple-choice questions (MCQ) |
Total No. of Questions | Prelims - 80 Questions & Mains - 200/250 Questions* |
Total No. of Marks | Prelims - 80 Marks & Mains - 200/250 Marks* |
Total Duration | Prelims - 45 Minutes & Mains - 2/3 Hours* |
Negative Marking | 0.25 mark penalty for wrong answers |
Exam Language | English, Hindi, and additional regional languages* |
Selection Process | Prelims, Main exam, and an interview (For Office Assistants Multipurpose No Interview will be conducted) |
NOTIFICATION DETAILS
The IBPS CRP RRBs XIV notification for the recruitment of Officers (Scale-I, II & III) and Office Assistants (Multipurpose) in Regional Rural Banks was released on August 31, 2025, by the Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS). It announces 13,217 vacancies across 28 RRBs, with online applications open from September 1 to September 21, 2025, via www.ibps.in. The process includes Prelims (November/December 2025), Main/Single exams (December 2025/February 2026), and interviews for Officers (January/February 2026), with provisional allotment in February/March 2026. Candidates must meet eligibility criteria, pay fees (Rs.850 for General/OBC, Rs.175 for SC/ST/PwD), and upload required documents.
Events | Dates |
On-line registration of Application by Candidates | 01.09.2025 to 21.09.2025 |
Payment of Application Fees/Intimation Charges (Online) | 01.09.2025 to 21.09.2025 |
Edit Window for Candidates to Modify/ Correct Application Form (including online payment for Edit) | After closure of Registration (will be notified on Official IBPS website) |
Conduct of Pre-Exam Training (PET) | November, 2025 |
Download of call letters for online examination – Preliminary (Officers/ OA) | November / December, 2025 |
Online Examination – Preliminary (Officers/OA) | November / December, 2025 |
Result of Online exam – Preliminary (Officers/ OA) | December, 2025 / January, 2026 |
Download of Call letter for Online exam – Main / Single (Officers/ OA) | December 2025/ January, 2026 |
Online Examination – Main / Single (Officers/OA) | December, 2025 / February, 2026 |
Declaration of Result – Main/ Single (For Officers Scale I, II and III) | January, 2026 |
Download of call letters for interview (For Officers Scale I, II and III) | January, 2026 |
Conduct of interview (For Officers Scale I, II and III) | January/ February, 2026 |
Provisional Allotment (For Officers Scale I, II and III & Office Assistants (Multipurpose) | February/ March, 2026 |
VACANCY DETAILS
Here’s the latest and most accurate information on IBPS RRB vacancies for the 2025–2026 cycle (Common Recruitment Process – CRP RRBs-XIV): Total vacancies announced: 13,217 posts across RRBs nationwide.
Post-wise Distribution (as per the official notification):
Posts | Vacancies |
Office Assistant Multipurpose | 7972 |
Officer Scale-I (PO) | 3907 |
Officer Scale-II (Various Specialist Roles) | 1139 |
Officer Scale-III | 199 |
Breakdown within Officer Scale-II (1,139 total):
Agriculture Officer: 50
Law Officer: 48
Chartered Accountant (CA): 69
Information Technology (IT): 87
General Banking Officer (GBO): 854
Marketing Officer: 15
Treasury Manager: 16
SALARY STRUCTURE
For IBPS RRB 2025–2026 (CRP RRBs-XIV), the salary structure is as per the pay scales fixed for Regional Rural Banks (RRBs). Here’s a clear breakdown:
1. Office Assistant (Clerk)
Basic Pay: Around Rs. 19,900 per month
Gross Salary (with allowances): Rs. 29,000 – Rs. 31,000 per month
In-hand (after deductions): Rs. 26,000 – Rs. 28,000
2. Officer Scale-I (Probationary Officer)
Basic Pay: Around Rs. 36,000 per month
Gross Salary (with allowances): Rs. 52,000 – Rs. 55,000 per month
In-hand (after deductions): Rs. 49,000 – Rs. 51,000
3. Officer Scale-II (Specialist Officer / General Banking Officer)
Basic Pay: Around Rs. 48,170 per month
Gross Salary (with allowances): Rs. 63,000 – Rs. 66,000 per month
In-hand (after deductions): Rs. 59,000 – Rs. 62,000
4. Officer Scale-III (Senior Manager)
Basic Pay: Around Rs. 55,890 per month
Gross Salary (with allowances): Rs. 78,000 – Rs. 81,000 per month
In-hand (after deductions): Rs. 74,000 – Rs. 77,000
Allowances & Benefits
All posts come with additional benefits such as:
Dearness Allowance (DA)
House Rent Allowance (HRA) (varies by posting city)
Special Allowance
Medical Benefits
Travel Allowance
Leave Travel Concession (LTC)
Pension/Provident Fund
EXAM PATTERN
Office Assistant (Clerk) has Prelims (Reasoning & Numerical, 80 marks, 45 mins) and Mains (Reasoning, Quant, GA, English/Hindi, Computer, 200 marks, 2 hrs) with no interview. Officer Scale-I (PO) has Prelims (Reasoning & Quant, 80 marks, 45 mins), Mains (Reasoning, Quant, GA, English/Hindi, Computer, 200 marks, 2 hrs) followed by Interview. Officer Scale-II (GBO & Specialist) and Scale-III have a Single Exam (Reasoning, Quant/DI, Financial Awareness, English/Hindi, Computer; plus Professional Knowledge for Specialists; 200 marks, 2 hrs) followed by Interview. All papers are objective, bilingual (except English section), with 0.25 negative marking.
1. Office Assistant (Clerk)
Preliminary Exam
Reasoning – 40 Q, 40 Marks
Numerical Ability – 40 Q, 40 Marks
Total: 80 Q, 80 Marks | Time: 45 minutes
Main Exam
Reasoning – 40 Q, 50 Marks
Numerical Ability – 40 Q, 50 Marks
General Awareness – 40 Q, 40 Marks
English Language / Hindi Language – 40 Q, 40 Marks
Computer Knowledge – 40 Q, 20 Marks
Total: 200 Q, 200 Marks | Time: 2 hours
No Interview. Final selection based on Mains + Document Verification.
2. Officer Scale-I (Probationary Officer)
Preliminary Exam
Reasoning – 40 Q, 40 Marks
Quantitative Aptitude – 40 Q, 40 Marks
Total: 80 Q, 80 Marks | Time: 45 minutes
Main Exam
Reasoning – 40 Q, 50 Marks
Quantitative Aptitude – 40 Q, 50 Marks
General Awareness – 40 Q, 40 Marks
English / Hindi Language – 40 Q, 40 Marks
Computer Knowledge – 40 Q, 20 Marks
Total: 200 Q, 200 Marks | Time: 2 hours
Interview
Candidates shortlisted from Mains appear for an Interview (coordinated by Nodal RRBs & IBPS with NABARD & Govt).
Final selection = Mains + Interview (weightage 80:20).
3. Officer Scale-II (Specialist Cadre & GBO)
Single Online Exam (for both GBO and Specialist)
Reasoning – 40 Q, 40 Marks
Quantitative Aptitude & Data Interpretation – 40 Q, 40 Marks
Financial Awareness – 40 Q, 40 Marks
English / Hindi Language – 40 Q, 40 Marks
Computer Knowledge – 40 Q, 20 Marks
Professional Knowledge (only for Specialist Officers) – 40 Q, 40 Marks
Total: 200 Q, 200 Marks | Time: 2 hours
Interview
After Single Exam, shortlisted candidates attend Interview.
Final merit = Written + Interview (80:20 weightage).
4. Officer Scale-III (Senior Manager)
Single Online Exam
Reasoning – 40 Q, 40 Marks
Quantitative Aptitude & Data Interpretation – 40 Q, 40 Marks
Financial Awareness – 40 Q, 40 Marks
English / Hindi Language – 40 Q, 40 Marks
Computer Knowledge – 40 Q, 20 Marks
Total: 200 Q, 200 Marks | Time: 2 hours
Interview
Same process as Scale-II.
Final merit = Written + Interview (80:20).
EXAM SYLLABUS
IBPS RRB Clerk covers Reasoning, Quant, General Awareness, English/Hindi, and Computer basics. PO syllabus is similar but tougher, with added focus on data interpretation, banking awareness, and followed by an interview. Officer Scale-II (GBO) adds Financial Awareness to the PO syllabus, while Specialist Officers also need Professional Knowledge in their field (IT, Law, CA, Agriculture, Marketing, Treasury). Scale-III syllabus is same as Scale-II GBO but with a deeper focus on advanced banking, economy, and risk management.
1. Office Assistant (Clerk)
Prelims
Reasoning: Puzzles, Seating arrangement, Coding-decoding, Syllogism, Inequalities, Blood relations, Directions, Alphabet/Number series.
Numerical Ability: Simplification, Approximation, Number series, Data interpretation (tables/graphs), Arithmetic (age, ratio, percentage, profit-loss, time-work, time-distance, SI/CI).
Mains (includes above + extra)
General Awareness: Current affairs, Banking awareness, Static GK (countries, capitals, sports, awards, schemes).
English / Hindi Language: Grammar, Vocabulary, Comprehension, Cloze test, Error spotting.
Computer Knowledge: Basics of hardware/software, MS Office, Internet, Networking, Security, Keyboard shortcuts.
2. Officer Scale-I (PO)
Prelims – Same as Clerk (Reasoning + Quant).
Mains
Reasoning & Quant: Same as Clerk but tougher level, includes Data Sufficiency, Caselets, Probability.
General Awareness: Banking industry, RBI functions, RRB functions, Current Economy, Government schemes.
English/Hindi Language: Same as Clerk but with higher difficulty.
Computer Knowledge: Same as Clerk.
After Mains > Interview.
3. Officer Scale-II (General Banking Officer – GBO)
Single Exam
Reasoning & Quant/DI: Advanced puzzles, high-level DI, Probability, Permutation, Combination.
Financial Awareness: Indian economy, Budget, Monetary policy, Banking & Financial terms, Priority sector lending, Basel norms, NPA.
English/Hindi Language: Advanced comprehension, grammar, business correspondence.
Computer Knowledge: Networking, DBMS, Cyber security basics.
4. Officer Scale-II (Specialist Officers)
Additional Subject (Professional Knowledge – as per specialization):
IT Officer: Programming, DBMS, Networking, Cyber security, Software engineering.
Chartered Accountant (CA): Accounting standards, Auditing, Taxation.
Law Officer: Constitution, Banking law, Company law, Contract law.
Agriculture Officer: Crops, Soil, Irrigation, Agri-economy, Government schemes.
Treasury/Marketing Officer: Financial management, Forex, Capital markets, Marketing strategies.
5. Officer Scale-III (Senior Manager)
Single Exam – Same as Scale-II (GBO) but tougher level with more focus on Financial Awareness, Banking Operations, Economy, Risk Management, and Business-related knowledge.
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
For IBPS RRB, candidates must be graduates. Age limits are: Clerk 18–28 yrs, PO 18–30 yrs, Scale-II 21–32 yrs, and Scale-III 21–40 yrs (with relaxations for reserved categories). Local language proficiency and basic computer knowledge are required; Scale-II and III need relevant experience, and Specialists must have subject-specific degrees.
1. Nationality
Must be an Indian citizen, or
Subject of Nepal/Bhutan, or
Tibetan refugee settled in India before 1 Jan 1962, or
Person of Indian origin migrated from select countries.
2. Age Limit
Office Assistant (Clerk): 18 – 28 years
Officer Scale-I (PO): 18 – 30 years
Officer Scale-II (Manager): 21 – 32 years
Officer Scale-III (Senior Manager): 21 – 40 years
3. Educational Qualification
Office Assistant & Officer Scale-I: Graduate in any discipline; proficiency in local language; computer knowledge desirable.
Officer Scale-II (GBO): Graduate with minimum 50% marks + 2 years experience in a bank/financial institution.
Officer Scale-II (Specialist): Graduate in relevant field (IT, Law, CA, Agriculture, Marketing, Treasury) with 1–2 years experience.
Officer Scale-III: Graduate with minimum 50% marks + 5 years experience in banking/financial sector.
SELECTION PROCESS
IBPS RRB selection is: Clerk – Prelims, Mains, Document Verification; PO – Prelims, Mains, Interview; Scale-II & III – Single Exam, Interview. Final merit combines written scores and interview (80:20 for Officers).
Office Assistant (Clerk): Prelims > Mains > Document Verification (no interview).
Officer Scale-I (PO): Prelims > Mains > Interview > Final Merit.
Officer Scale-II & III: Single Exam > Interview > Final Merit.
Final selection is based on exam scores (Prelims + Mains or Single Exam) plus interview (for Officers), with weightage of 80:20 between written exam and interview.
HOW TO APPLY
Apply online at the official IBPS website. Register with basic details, upload photograph and signature, fill educational and personal info, select post and exam center, and pay the application fee online. Submit the form and keep a printout of the confirmation page for reference.
Here’s a detailed step-by-step guide to apply for IBPS RRB including application fee:
Application Mode
Only online at the official IBPS website: www.ibps.in
Steps to Apply
Registration:
Visit IBPS website & Click on “CRP RRBs XIV” notification & Click “Apply Online.”
Enter basic details: Name, Date of Birth, Mobile Number, Email ID.
Receive Registration Number & Password via email/SMS.
Fill Application Form:
Personal details: Address, Category, Minority status (if any).
Educational details: Graduation marks, specialization, institute.
Select Post Applied (Clerk / Officer Scale-I / II / III) and Exam Center.
Ensure you meet eligibility for post selected.
Upload Documents:
Photograph: 20–50 KB, jpg/jpeg format
Signature: 10–20 KB, jpg/jpeg format
Other documents if specified (for reserved categories or Scale-II/III experience certificates)
Pay Application Fee Online:
General / OBC / EWS: Rs. 850 (PO/Officer), Rs. 600 (Clerk)
SC / ST / PwD / Ex-Servicemen: Rs. 175 (PO/Officer), Rs. 100 (Clerk)
Payment via Net Banking, Credit/Debit Card, UPI, or Wallet
Submit Application:
Verify all details carefully before submission.
After submission, download and save confirmation page for future reference.
EXAM CENTERS
IBPS RRB exams will be held in major cities across all states. Candidates choose preferred centers during application, and final allotment is based on availability. Prelims have more centers than Mains. Exact center details will be on the admit card, and no changes are allowed after submission.
Preliminary Exam Centers
The IBPS RRB Preliminary exams will be conducted in various cities across 28 states. Here are some of the key cities:
Andhra Pradesh: Ananthapur, Eluru, Guntur, Kakinada, Kadapa, Kurnool, Nellore, Ongole, Rajahmundry, Srikakulam, Tirupati, Vijayawada, Visakhapatnam, Vizianagaram
Assam: Dibrugarh, Guwahati, Jorhat, Silchar, Tezpur
Bihar: Arrah, Bhagalpur, Darbhanga, Gaya, Muzaffarpur, Patna, Purnea, Samastipur
Gujarat: Ahmedabad, Gandhinagar, Rajkot, Surat, Vadodara
Haryana: Ambala, Faridabad, Gurugram, Hisar, Kurukshetra
Karnataka: Bengaluru, Belagavi, Davangere, Dharwad, Hubballi, Kalaburagi, Mangaluru, Mysuru, Shivamogga, Udupi
Madhya Pradesh: Bhopal, Gwalior, Indore, Jabalpur, Sagar, Satna, Ujjain
Maharashtra: Amravati, Aurangabad, Chandrapur, Jalgaon, Kolhapur, Latur, Mumbai, Nagpur, Nanded, Nashik, Pune, Solapur
Uttar Pradesh: Agra, Aligarh, Prayagraj, Bareilly, Faizabad, Gonda, Gorakhpur, Jhansi, Kanpur, Lucknow, Mathura, Meerut, Moradabad, Muzaffarnagar, Varanasi
West Bengal: Greater Kolkata, Siliguri
Note: The full list includes more cities across all states and Union Territories.
Mains Exam Centers
The Mains exams will be conducted in select cities across the states. Some of the key cities include:
Andhra Pradesh: Guntur, Kadapa, Kakinada, Kurnool, Nellore, Rajahmundry, Vijayawada, Visakhapatnam
Assam: Guwahati, Silchar
Bihar: Aurangabad, Bhagalpur, Gaya, Muzaffarpur, Patna, Purnea, Samastipur
Gujarat: Ahmedabad, Gandhinagar, Rajkot, Surat
Haryana: Ambala, Faridabad, Gurugram, Hisar, Kurukshetra
Karnataka: Bengaluru, Belagavi, Davangere, Dharwad, Kalaburagi, Hubballi, Mysuru, Shivamogga, Udupi
Madhya Pradesh: Bhopal, Gwalior, Indore, Jabalpur, Sagar, Satna, Ujjain
Maharashtra: Mumbai, Nagpur, Pune, Solapur
Uttar Pradesh: Kanpur, Lucknow, Prayagraj
West Bengal: Kolkata, Siliguri
Note: The Mains exam centers are fewer compared to the Preliminary exam centers.
Important Points
Selection of Centers: During the application process, candidates are required to select their preferred exam center. IBPS will make the final allotment based on availability and administrative convenience.
Center Allocation: Once the application is submitted, the selected exam center cannot be changed. Candidates will be allotted the center as per their preferences or the nearest available option.
Admit Card: The exact address of the exam center will be provided in the admit card.
ADMIT CARD
IBPS RRB admit card is available online. It shows candidate details, exam date, time, and center. Candidates must carry the printed admit card with a valid photo ID; no entry is allowed without it.
Release: Admit cards are released online on the IBPS website a few weeks before the exam.
How to Download: Login with Registration Number and Password/Date of Birth.
Contains: Candidate’s name, roll number, photo & signature, exam date & time, exam center address, and important instructions.
Requirement: Must carry a printed admit card along with a valid photo ID to the exam center.
Note: No entry without admit card; keep it safe for all stages (Prelims, Mains, Interview).
EXAM RESULTS
IBPS RRB results are declared online on the official IBPS website. Candidates can check their scores and qualifying status by logging in with registration details.
Exam Results Details
Prelims Result: Shortlisted candidates are eligible for Mains (for Clerk/PO).
Mains Result: Used to shortlist candidates for Interview (PO/Officer Scale-I) or final merit (Clerk – no interview).
Single Exam Result (Scale-II & III): Combined with Interview scores for final merit.
Score Card: Shows section-wise marks, total marks, and cutoff status.
Final Allotment: Based on merit, vacancies, and reservation rules; details released on IBPS website.
IMPORTANT LINKS
For Official Website: Click Here
For Official Notification: Click Here
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IBPS RRB is a national-level banking exam conducted every year by the Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) for candidates who aspire to join the Regional Rural Bank (RRBs). Recruitment is carried out for the following Group A and B posts. For access full information of IBPS RRB OFFICER exam click on General information button above.
Yes, the IBPS RRB exam is conducted every year by IBPS to select eligible candidates for the post of Officers Scale I, II, III, and Office Assistant in participating Regional Rural Banks. Complete details about IBPS RRB OFFICER Exam is available on the general information section above.
IBPS RRB Officer Salary generally ranges between Rs 75,000 to Rs 77,000 per month but after deducting various taxes and deductions, the net salary generally comes between Rs 65,000 to Rs 67,000 per month.
It depends on the candidate’s preparation. Having said that after the successful completion of the prelims and mains, the interview is more about the candidate’s personality i.e. confidence, and presentably, understanding of the RRB and its function, etc.
No, there is no descriptive test in the IBPS RRB Officer Mains exam. To know full detail about IBPS RRB OFFICER Exam Mode, Language, Pattern etc. Go through the format button given above.
Yes, IBPS RRB Officer Mains exam does have negative markings. For each wrong answer, 0.25 marks will be reduced. By clicking on the format button above, you can see the marking scheme of IBPS RRB OFFICER exam, which shows how many marks are assigned to each question and how many marks will be deducted for each wrong answer.
Candidates can edit the data in the IBPS RRB Officer application form within the prescribed application deadline. By clicking on the general information button above, you can see the complete information about IBPS RRB OFFICER form correction.
No, candidates cannot put their signature in capital letters in the IBPS RRB Officer application form. The step by step procedure to fill the online application form of IBPS RRB OFFICER exam is available in the general information button above.
No, there is no fixed number of attempts for the IBPS RRB Officer exam. Candidates can apply for the exam as long as they are eligible to apply for the exam.
Candidates can raise their queries on the CGRS portal if they have any queries regarding IBPS RRB Officer Mains scores. For full schedule of IBPS RRB OFFICER exam result click on schedule tab above.
Candidates can access their IBPS RRB Officer Mains scorecards by logging in with the required credentials on the official website of IBPS. Click on general information tab above for step by step process to check IBPS RRB OFFICER Exam Result.
Normalization of IBPS RRB Officer Mains marks is done to adjust the difficulty level of question papers across different sessions. Marks are normalized through the equi-percentile method. To get detailed knowledge of normalisation process, method and its importance go to format tab which is given above.
No, the hard copy of the IBPS RRB Officer Mains scorecard is not sent to candidates by post.
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