IBPS RRB 2026 Notification for the Common Recruitment Process (CRP RRBs XV) has been officially released by the Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS), offering a massive recruitment drive with 13,706 vacancies across 28 participating Regional Rural Banks in India. Banking aspirants across the country can apply online for Group ‘A’ Officers (Scale-I, Scale-II, and Scale-III) and Group ‘B’ Office Assistants (Multipurpose / Clerk) starting September 1, 2026, through the official centralized banking portal at ibps.in. Candidates must submit their complete application forms before the closing deadline of September 21, 2026.
Regional Rural Banks (RRBs) play a crucial socio-economic role in driving rural and semi-urban economic development, agricultural finance, and inclusive banking delivery across India. Securing an appointment through IBPS CRP RRBs XV provides unmatched job stability, competitive pay matrix packages structured under the Bipartite Settlement, comprehensive medical benefits, and well-defined promotional avenues up to Chief General Manager ranks. Aspirants can also navigate our dedicated Exams and News Category to stay updated on critical national recruitment schedules, official cutoffs, and central government exam notifications.
This comprehensive, authoritative article delivers a granular breakdown of the IBPS RRB 2026 recruitment drive, including post-wise and category-wise vacancy distributions, educational eligibility criteria, age limits, state-wise language proficiency rules, detailed Computer-Based Test (CBT) examination patterns for Prelims and Mains, complete syllabus topics, salary scales, and an exhaustive step-by-step online registration walkthrough.
Overview: IBPS RRB (CRP RRBs XV) 2026 Recruitment Highlights
A quick summary of the essential parameters governing the IBPS RRB 2026 examination cycle is outlined in the structured overview matrix below:
| Recruitment Parameter | Official Specification |
|---|---|
| Exam Conducting Body | Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) |
| Recruitment Drive Name | Common Recruitment Process for RRBs (CRP RRBs XV) |
| Target Posts | Office Assistant (Multipurpose), Officer Scale-I, Scale-II (GBO and Specialist), Officer Scale-III |
| Total Vacancies Announced | 13,706 Posts Across 28 Regional Rural Banks |
| Job Location | Pan-India across respective State Gramin Banks / Regional Rural Banks |
| Registration Mode | 100% Online via ibps.in |
| Selection Process (Clerk) | Preliminary Examination + Main Examination (100% Merit Based, No Interview) |
| Selection Process (PO / Scale-I) | Preliminary Examination + Main Examination + Common Interview (80:20 Weightage) |
| Selection Process (Scale-II and III) | Single Online Examination + Common Interview |
| Official Website | ibps.in |
Important Dates and Official Examination Calendar
Candidates must carefully plan their registration, fee payment, and study timetables according to the official timeline published in the IBPS CRP RRBs XV notification:
| Event / Stage | Officer Scale-I (PO) | Office Assistant (Clerk) | Officer Scale-II and III |
|---|---|---|---|
| Official Notification Release | September 1, 2026 | September 1, 2026 | September 1, 2026 |
| Online Registration Start Date | September 1, 2026 | September 1, 2026 | September 1, 2026 |
| Online Registration Closing Date | September 21, 2026 | September 21, 2026 | September 21, 2026 |
| Online Fee Payment Window | September 1 – 21, 2026 | September 1 – 21, 2026 | September 1 – 21, 2026 |
| Pre-Exam Training (PET) | Late October 2026 | November 2026 | Not Applicable |
| Preliminary Online Examination | November 21 and 22, 2026 | December 6, 12, and 13, 2026 | Single Exam in Dec 2026 |
| Declaration of Prelims Result | Early December 2026 | Late December 2026 | January 2027 |
| Main / Single Online Exam | Late December 2026 | January / February 2027 | December 2026 / Jan 2027 |
| Conduct of Interviews | January / February 2027 | No Interview for Clerk | January / February 2027 |
| Provisional Seat Allotment | Early 2027 | Early 2027 | Early 2027 |
Detailed Post-Wise Vacancy Breakdown
The total 13,706 vacancies in CRP RRBs XV are strategically distributed across multiple operational cadres. The table below illustrates the cadre-wise allotment for this recruitment cycle:
| Designation / Post Cadre | Cadre Classification | Official Vacancies (CRP RRBs XV) |
|---|---|---|
| Office Assistant (Multipurpose / Clerk) | Group ‘B’ Front Desk & Customer Operations | 8,183 |
| Officer Scale-I (Assistant Manager / PO) | Group ‘A’ Junior Management Grade (JMG Scale-I) | 4,256 |
| Officer Scale-II (General Banking Officer) | Group ‘A’ Middle Management Grade (MMG Scale-II) | 666 |
| Officer Scale-II (Agriculture Officer) | Specialist Rural Credit & Appraisal Officer | 242 |
| Officer Scale-II (Information Technology Officer) | Specialist Core Banking IT Infrastructure | 94 |
| Officer Scale-II (Chartered Accountant) | Specialist Internal Audit & Tax Compliance | 62 |
| Officer Scale-II (Law Officer) | Specialist Legal Recovery & Documentation | 35 |
| Officer Scale-II (Treasury Manager) | Specialist Asset-Liability & Funds Management | 21 |
| Officer Scale-II (Marketing Officer) | Specialist Institutional Banking Products | 18 |
| Officer Scale-III (Senior Manager) | Group ‘A’ Senior Management Grade (MMG Scale-III) | 129 |
| Total Combined Vacancies | All Participating 28 RRBs | 13,706 |
State-Wise Participating Regional Rural Banks (RRBs)
Candidates applying for Office Assistant or Officer Scale-I positions must carefully select their state of application, as local language proficiency in the designated state is a mandatory qualification. Below are prominent participating RRBs across major Indian states:
| State / Union Territory | Participating Regional Rural Bank | Head Office Location | Mandatory Local Language |
|---|---|---|---|
| Uttar Pradesh | Aryavart Bank, Prathama UP Gramin Bank, Baroda UP Bank | Lucknow, Moradabad, Bareilly | Hindi, Urdu |
| Maharashtra | Maharashtra Gramin Bank, Vidharbha Konkan Gramin Bank | Aurangabad, Nagpur | Marathi |
| Bihar | Dakshin Bihar Gramin Bank, Uttar Bihar Gramin Bank | Patna, Muzaffarpur | Hindi |
| Rajasthan | Baroda Rajasthan Kshetriya Gramin Bank, Rajasthan Marudhara Gramin Bank | Ajmer, Jodhpur | Hindi |
| Madhya Pradesh | Madhya Pradesh Gramin Bank, Madhyanchal Gramin Bank | Indore, Sagar | Hindi |
| Karnataka | Karnataka Gramin Bank, Karnataka Vikas Grameena Bank | Ballari, Dharwad | Kannada |
| Andhra Pradesh | Andhra Pragathi Grameena Bank, Chaitanya Godavari Grameena Bank | Kadapa, Guntur | Telugu |
| Punjab | Punjab Gramin Bank | Kapurthala | Punjabi |
| Gujarat | Baroda Gujarat Gramin Bank, Saurashtra Gramin Bank | Vadodara, Rajkot | Gujarati |
| West Bengal | Bangiya Gramin Vikash Bank, Paschim Banga Gramin Bank, Uttarbanga KSGB | Berhampore, Howrah, Coochbehar | Bengali, Nepali |
Eligibility Criteria: Age Limits, Qualifications, and Experience
Candidates must ensure strict conformity with the eligibility guidelines stipulated by IBPS as of the crucial cutoff date (September 1, 2026):
1. Age Limits and Category Relaxations
- Office Assistant (Multipurpose): Minimum 18 years and Maximum 28 years (Candidate must not have been born earlier than September 2, 1998, and not later than September 1, 2008).
- Officer Scale-I (Assistant Manager): Minimum 18 years and Maximum 30 years (Candidate must not have been born earlier than September 3, 1996, and not later than August 31, 2008).
- Officer Scale-II (Manager): Minimum 21 years and Maximum 32 years.
- Officer Scale-III (Senior Manager): Minimum 21 years and Maximum 40 years.
- Permissible Upper Age Relaxations:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) / Scheduled Tribe (ST): 5 Years Relaxation
- Other Backward Classes (OBC – Non-Creamy Layer): 3 Years Relaxation
- Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD): 10 Years Relaxation
- Ex-Servicemen (ESM): Period of military service + 3 years (Subject to max age of 50 years)
- Widows, Divorced Women (for Clerk posts only): Up to 35 years (General), 38 years (OBC), 40 years (SC/ST)
2. Educational Qualifications and Work Experience
- Office Assistant (Multipurpose): Bachelorโs degree in any discipline from a recognized University or its equivalent. Proficiency in local language as prescribed by the participating RRB(s). Desirable: Working knowledge of Computer Operating Systems and MS Office. No prior experience required.
- Officer Scale-I (AM): Bachelorโs degree in any discipline from a recognized University. Preference is given to candidates with degrees in Agriculture, Horticulture, Forestry, Animal Husbandry, Veterinary Science, Agricultural Engineering, Pisciculture, Agricultural Marketing, Information Technology, Management, Law, Economics, or Accountancy. Proficiency in the prescribed local language and computer literacy. No prior experience required.
- Officer Scale-II (General Banking Officer – GBO): Bachelorโs degree in any discipline with a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate. Mandatory Experience: Minimum 2 years as an officer in a Commercial Bank, Co-operative Bank, or recognized Financial Institution.
- Officer Scale-II (Specialist Officers – SO):
- Information Technology (IT) Officer: Bachelorโs degree in Electronics / Communication / Computer Science / IT with minimum 50% marks + 1 year relevant IT industry experience.
- Chartered Accountant (CA): Certified Associate from ICAI + 1 year experience as a Chartered Accountant.
- Law Officer: Degree in Law (LLB) with minimum 50% marks + 2 years experience as an advocate or Law Officer in Banking/Finance.
- Treasury Manager: CA or MBA in Finance with 1 year relevant treasury management experience.
- Marketing Officer: MBA in Marketing + 1 year field marketing experience in banking/NBFCs.
- Agricultural Officer: Bachelorโs degree in Agriculture / Horticulture / Dairy / Animal Husbandry / Forestry / Veterinary Science / Agri-Engineering with 50% marks + 2 years relevant experience.
- Officer Scale-III (Senior Manager): Bachelorโs degree in any discipline with a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate. Mandatory Experience: Minimum 5 years experience as an Officer in a Bank or Financial Institution.
Examination Pattern: Prelims, Mains, and Single Online Exam
The IBPS RRB examination architecture is characterized by speed-driven preliminary tests followed by in-depth, multi-subject main examinations.
1. Preliminary Examination Pattern (Officer Scale-I and Office Assistant)
Both Officer Scale-I and Office Assistant preliminary exams feature an identical numerical structure with 80 questions to be attempted within a composite time of 45 minutes. Notably, there is no English or Hindi section in the Prelims stage.
| Exam Post | Test Subject | Medium of Exam | Number of Questions | Maximum Marks | Composite Time Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Office Assistant (Clerk) | Reasoning Ability | Regional Language / English / Hindi | 40 | 40 Marks | 45 Minutes Composite |
| Numerical Ability | Regional Language / English / Hindi | 40 | 40 Marks | ||
| Officer Scale-I (PO) | Reasoning Ability | Regional Language / English / Hindi | 40 | 40 Marks | 45 Minutes Composite |
| Quantitative Aptitude | Regional Language / English / Hindi | 40 | 40 Marks | ||
| Total Composite | 2 Sections | โ | 80 Questions | 80 Marks | 45 Minutes |
2. Main Examination Pattern (Officer Scale-I and Office Assistant)
Candidates qualifying the preliminary cutoff advance to the 200-question Main Examination carrying 200 total marks over a duration of 2 Hours (120 Minutes).
| Section Name | Subject Module | No. of Questions | Maximum Marks | Total Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Section 1 | Reasoning Ability | 40 | 50 Marks | Composite Time of 2 Hours (120 Minutes) |
| Section 2 | Computer Knowledge | 40 | 20 Marks | |
| Section 3 | General Awareness (Current & Banking GK) | 40 | 40 Marks | |
| Section 4 (Option A / B) | English Language OR Hindi Language | 40 | 40 Marks | |
| Section 5 | Quantitative Aptitude (Numerical Ability for Clerk) | 40 | 50 Marks | |
| Total Composite | 5 Sections | 200 Questions | 200 Marks | 120 Minutes |
Penalty for Wrong Answers: A penalty of 0.25 marks (one-fourth) of the marks assigned to that question is deducted for every incorrect attempt across all objective tests.
Complete Subject-Wise Syllabus Breakdown
To secure a high score in IBPS RRB 2026, aspirants must build mastery across both speed-oriented preliminary concepts and analytical main topics:
1. Reasoning Ability
- Puzzles and Seating Arrangement: Linear, Circular, Triangular, Floor-Flat, Box-based, Month-Date, and Categorized Matrix puzzles with multiple variables.
- Logical Reasoning: Syllogisms (Only a Few, Reverse Syllogisms), Statement & Assumptions, Course of Action, Cause & Effect, Statement-Arguments.
- Analytical Topics: Inequalities (Coded & Direct), Blood Relations (Family Tree & Coded), Direction Sense, Coding-Decoding (New Pattern Matrix & Chinese), Alpha-Numeric-Symbol Series, Order and Ranking, Input-Output (Machine Shifting).
2. Quantitative Aptitude and Numerical Ability
- Speed Math: Simplification, Approximation, Quadratic Equations, Missing and Wrong Number Series.
- Data Interpretation (DI): Table DI, Bar Graphs, Line Graphs, Pie Charts, Radar DI, Caselets, Missing Data DI, and High-Level Arithmetic DI (Profit/Loss based, Time & Work based).
- Arithmetic Core: Percentages, Ratio and Proportion, Averages, Profit, Loss and Discount, Simple and Compound Interest (Annual, Half-yearly, Compounding), Time, Speed and Distance (Trains, Boats and Streams), Time and Work (Pipes and Cisterns), Mixtures and Alligations, Partnerships, Permutation, Combination, and Probability.
- Data Sufficiency and Quantity Comparisons (Q1 vs Q2): Advanced analytical problem solving.
3. General Awareness and Banking Knowledge
- Banking and Financial Awareness: RBI monetary policies, Repo/Reverse Repo, CRR, SLR, Priority Sector Lending (PSL) norms for RRBs, NABARD functions, KCC (Kisan Credit Card), SHG bank linkage, Prompt Corrective Action (PCA), BASEL III norms, digital payment systems (UPI, NEFT, RTGS, IMPS, CBDC).
- Current Affairs: National and international events from the past 6 months, Union Budget schemes, economic surveys, MoUs, multilateral summits (G20, BRICS, SCO), sports championships, and global indices.
- Static GK: National parks, wildlife sanctuaries, thermal/nuclear power stations, dams, river systems, headquarters of international organizations, and bank taglines.
4. Computer Knowledge
- Hardware components, CPU architecture, memory hierarchy (RAM, ROM, Cache, Virtual Memory).
- Operating Systems (Windows, Linux, Android) and basic terminal commands.
- Networking fundamentals: OSI model, TCP/IP protocols, IP addressing (IPv4 vs IPv6), LAN, WAN, MAN, routers, switches.
- Internet security: Cyber attacks, malware, phishing, firewalls, encryption, antivirus mechanisms.
- Microsoft Office Suite: Advanced MS Word shortcuts, MS Excel formulas and pivot tables, MS PowerPoint tools, Database Management System (DBMS) concepts, SQL basics, and keyboard shortcuts.
5. English / Hindi Language (Optional in Mains)
- English: Reading Comprehension, Cloze Test, Error Detection, Sentence Improvement, Para Jumbles, Phrase Replacement, Fillers (Single/Double), Vocabulary (Synonyms, Antonyms, Idioms).
- Hindi: เค เคชเค เคฟเคค เคเคฆเฅเคฏเคพเคเคถ (Reading Comprehension), เคฐเคฟเคเฅเคค เคธเฅเคฅเคพเคจเฅเค เคเฅ เคชเฅเคฐเฅเคคเคฟ (Fillers), เคตเคพเคเฅเคฏ เคคเฅเคฐเฅเคเคฟ เคเคตเค เคธเคเคถเฅเคงเคจ (Spotting Errors), เคฎเฅเคนเคพเคตเคฐเฅ เคเคตเค เคฒเฅเคเฅเคเฅเคคเคฟเคฏเคพเค (Idioms & Proverbs), เคชเคฐเฅเคฏเคพเคฏเคตเคพเคเฅ เคเคตเค เคตเคฟเคฒเฅเคฎ เคถเคฌเฅเคฆ, เคตเคพเคเฅเคฏ เคชเฅเคจเคฐเฅเคตเฅเคฏเคตเคธเฅเคฅเคพ (Para Jumbles), เคตเคฐเฅเคคเคจเฅ เคถเฅเคฆเฅเคงเคฟ.
Step-by-Step Online Application and Document Upload Protocol
Applicants must adhere strictly to the standardized online application workflow on the IBPS portal:
- Step 1: Access the IBPS CRP RRBs XV Portal: Navigate to ibps.in and click on the scrolling link titled “Apply Online for CRP RRBs XV”.
- Step 2: New Candidate Registration: Click on “Click here for New Registration”. Input full legal name, active mobile number, and verified email address. The portal will generate a unique Provisional Registration Number and Password sent instantly via SMS and Email.
- Step 3: Upload Scanned Photograph and Signature:
- Passport Photo: Recent color photograph (size 20 KB – 50 KB, dimensions 200 x 230 pixels, white background).
- Signature: Signed in black ink on white paper (size 10 KB – 20 KB, dimensions 140 x 60 pixels; signatures in capital letters are invalid).
- Step 4: Fill Basic, Educational, and Bank Preference Details: Select category, religion, nationality, state of domicile, and center preferences. Enter 10th, 12th, and Graduation marks accurately. Arrange participating RRBs in order of joining preference.
- Step 5: Upload Left Thumb Impression and Handwritten Declaration:
- Left Thumb Impression (LTI): Clear blue/black ink impression on white paper (size 20 KB – 50 KB).
- Handwritten Declaration: Must be written by the candidate in English only on white paper with black ink (size 50 KB – 100 KB).
- Step 6: Preview and Application Validation: Review every entered data field. Ensure no spelling discrepancies exist between the application form and identity cards (Aadhaar / PAN / Voter ID).
- Step 7: Application Fee Payment: Pay the non-refundable application fee via Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, IMPS, Cash Cards, or UPI.
- SC / ST / PwBD / ESM: Rs. 175/- (Inclusive of GST)
- General / OBC / EWS: Rs. 850/- (Inclusive of GST)
- Step 8: Final Confirmation and Printout: Download and save the electronic receipt and final submitted application form for future verification during document scrutiny and interview stages.
Mandatory Text for Handwritten Declaration
The text for the handwritten declaration must be written exactly as follows (in English and in candidate’s own running handwriting):
“I, _______ (Name of the candidate), hereby declare that all the information submitted by me in the application form is correct, true and valid. I will present the supporting documents as and when required.”
Salary Structure, Pay Matrix, and Perks
Employees in Regional Rural Banks receive pay scales, allowances, and retirement benefits benchmarked to public sector commercial bank standards under the 12th Bipartite Settlement:
| Cadre / Designation | Basic Pay Scale | Dearness & Special Allowances | Approximate In-Hand Monthly Pay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Office Assistant (Clerk) | Rs. 19,900 – Rs. 47,920 | DA, HRA (7-9%), Special Allowance, Transport Allowance | Rs. 32,000 – Rs. 36,500 / Month |
| Officer Scale-I (Assistant Manager) | Rs. 36,000 – Rs. 63,840 | DA (approx 50%), HRA / Leased Accommodation, CCA, Medical Allowance | Rs. 58,000 – Rs. 66,000 / Month |
| Officer Scale-II (Manager) | Rs. 48,170 – Rs. 69,810 | DA, HRA, City Compensatory, Fuel reimbursement, Newspaper | Rs. 75,000 – Rs. 85,000 / Month |
| Officer Scale-III (Senior Manager) | Rs. 63,840 – Rs. 78,230 | Senior Management Perks, Leased House, High Special Pay | Rs. 95,000 – Rs. 1,12,000 / Month |
Historical Cutoff Trends and Strategic Preparation Blueprint
Analyzing previous year state-wise cutoff marks gives candidates clear benchmark score targets:
- Office Assistant (Clerk) Prelims Historical Cutoffs (Out of 80 Marks):
- High Cutoff States (UP, Rajasthan, Haryana, Punjab, Odisha): 72.50 to 76.75 Marks
- Moderate Cutoff States (Madhya Pradesh, Bihar, Maharashtra, Gujarat): 68.00 to 72.00 Marks
- Low Cutoff States / North East (Assam, Meghalaya, Karnataka, Telangana): 61.00 to 67.50 Marks
- Officer Scale-I (PO) Prelims Historical Cutoffs (Out of 80 Marks):
- High Cutoff States (UP, Rajasthan, Haryana, Uttarakhand): 56.00 to 61.50 Marks
- Moderate Cutoff States (Maharashtra, MP, West Bengal, AP): 50.00 to 55.75 Marks
- Low Cutoff States (Telangana, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu): 44.00 to 49.50 Marks
Expert Preparation Strategy
- Master 45-Minute Time Management: Since there is no sectional timing in RRB Prelims, divide your 45 minutes strictly (e.g., 22 minutes for Reasoning, 23 minutes for Quant).
- 100% Accuracy is King: With clerk cutoffs regularly exceeding 74/80, zero negative marking is essential to qualify.
- Daily Current Affairs & Banking GK: Dedicate 1 hour daily to banking awareness and rural economic news to build an effortless advantage in the Main Exam.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Regarding IBPS RRB 2026 Notification
Q1: What is the total number of vacancies announced in the IBPS RRB 2026 notification?
Answer: The IBPS CRP RRBs XV notification announces a total of 13,706 vacancies across participating Regional Rural Banks for Officer Scale-I, Scale-II, Scale-III, and Office Assistant (Multipurpose) posts.
Q2: What is the last date to apply online for IBPS RRB 2026?
Answer: The online application registration and online fee payment window for IBPS CRP RRBs XV is open from September 1, 2026, to September 21, 2026 (23:59 Hrs) on ibps.in.
Q3: Can a candidate apply for both Office Assistant and Officer Scale-I posts?
Answer: Yes, an eligible candidate can apply for both Office Assistant (Multipurpose) and Officer Scale-I (PO). However, candidates can apply for only ONE post in the Officer cadre (either Scale-I, Scale-II, or Scale-III) and must submit separate application fees for Clerk and Officer posts.
Q4: Is there an interview for the IBPS RRB Office Assistant (Clerk) post?
Answer: No, there is no interview for the Office Assistant (Multipurpose) post. Provisional selection is done 100% based on merit marks secured in the Main Examination.
Q5: What is the age limit for IBPS RRB Officer Scale-I (Assistant Manager)?
Answer: The age limit for Officer Scale-I is 18 to 30 years as of September 1, 2026. Reserved category candidates receive upper age relaxations (5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC, 10 years for PwBD).
Q6: Is knowledge of the local language mandatory for IBPS RRB recruitment?
Answer: Yes, proficiency in the local language of the state for which the candidate applies is mandatory for Office Assistant and Officer Scale-I posts. Candidates must have studied the local language at the 10th or 12th standard level or clear a Language Proficiency Test (LPT) before joining.
Q7: What is the examination pattern for the IBPS RRB Prelims exam?
Answer: The Prelims exam consists of 80 questions (40 in Reasoning and 40 in Numerical Ability/Quantitative Aptitude) carrying 80 marks with a composite duration of 45 minutes. There is no English or Hindi language section in Prelims.
Q8: What is the application fee for IBPS RRB 2026?
Answer: The application fee is Rs. 175/- (inclusive of GST) for SC, ST, PwBD, and ESM candidates, and Rs. 850/- (inclusive of GST) for General, OBC, and EWS candidates.
Q9: Is there negative marking in IBPS RRB examinations?
Answer: Yes, a penalty of 0.25 marks (one-fourth of the marks assigned to that question) is deducted for every wrong answer in both Preliminary and Main online examinations.
Q10: What is the starting gross monthly salary for an IBPS RRB Officer Scale-I?
Answer: An appointed Officer Scale-I (Assistant Manager) receives a starting basic pay of Rs. 36,000/- with an initial gross monthly salary ranging from Rs. 58,000/- to Rs. 66,000/- including DA, HRA, and specialized banking allowances.
Q11: When will the IBPS RRB 2026 Preliminary exams be held?
Answer: The Officer Scale-I Preliminary examination is scheduled for November 21 and 22, 2026, while the Office Assistant Preliminary examination will take place on December 6, 12, and 13, 2026.
Q12: Can final year college students apply for IBPS RRB 2026?
Answer: No, candidates must possess their graduation degree completion certificate or final marksheet showing that their results were declared on or before the application cutoff date of September 21, 2026.