IBPS RRB 2026: Officers and Office Assistants Recruitment Notification Released

The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has released a notification for the recruitment of Officers and Office Assistants. The application process begins on September 1, 2026, with various educational qualifications required for different posts. Age limits vary by position, and candidates from reserved categories will receive age relaxation. Key dates include the last application date on September 21, 2026, and the preliminary exam scheduled for November/December 2026. Interested candidates can apply online through the official IBPS website. Stay tuned for more details on vacancies expected to be around 10,000 this year.

By Sourabh Singh Aug 31, 2026, 14:58 IST

Exciting Recruitment Opportunity in Public Sector Banks

Young individuals aiming for careers in public sector banks have reason to celebrate. The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has announced a recruitment notification for various positions, including Officers (Scale-I, II, III) and Office Assistants (Multipurpose). The application process is set to commence tomorrow, September 1st, allowing candidates to submit their applications online.

**Eligibility Criteria for Graduates**

The recruitment specifies different educational qualifications for the available positions. A bachelor's degree is essential for most roles under the IBPS RRB 2026 (15th edition) recruitment. Additionally, candidates applying for certain positions must possess degrees in fields such as Electronics, Communication, Computer Science, Information Technology, Agriculture, Horticulture, Dairy, Animal Husbandry, Veterinary Science, or Engineering, or hold qualifications like CA, MBA, or a Bachelor of Laws (LLB).

**Age Limitations**

The age criteria are defined as follows: 18 to 28 years for Office Assistant roles; 18 to 30 years for Officer Scale-I positions; 21 to 32 years for Senior Manager (Officer Scale-II) roles; and 21 to 40 years for Senior Manager (Scale-III) positions. Age relaxation will be provided to candidates from reserved categories as per the regulations.

**Key Dates to Remember**

1. Online application start date: September 1, 2026

2. Last date for application submission: September 21, 2026

3. Correction window for applications: After the registration period ends

4. Pre-exam training: November 2026

5. Online Preliminary Exam (Officer/OA): November/December 2026

6. Result announcement: December/January

7. Officer/OA Mains/Single Exam: December/January

**Application Process**

Candidates can only apply online. The application steps are as follows:

1. Visit the official IBPS website at ibps.in.

2. Click on the recruitment application link on the homepage.

3. On the new page, select "Click here for New Registration" and fill in the required details.

4. After registration, complete the remaining form details.

5. Upload your signature and photograph.

6. Pay the application fee (varies by category).

7. Print the completed form for future reference.

**Upcoming Vacancy Details**

IBPS conducts extensive recruitment for Clerk and PO positions annually. This year, it is anticipated that approximately 10,000 vacancies will be available. Detailed state-wise vacancy information will be released once the application process is underway.