IBPS RRB XV 2026 – Office Assistant & Officer Posts, Apply by 27 Sep
In short: IBPS has extended the last date for CRP RRBs XV – Office Assistant (Multipurpose) and Officer Scale I, II, III posts in Regional Rural Banks – to 27 September 2026. The 15-09-2026 vacancy list shows 13,745 indicative posts in total. Graduates can apply on ibps.in. The fee is ₹850 (₹175 for SC/ST/PwBD).
Overview
| Organization | Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) |
|---|---|
| Total Posts | 13745 |
| Qualification | Graduation in any discipline; 50% marks plus experience for Scale II/III; relevant degree/CA/MBA for specialist posts |
| Age Limit | Office Assistant 18–28 years, Officer Scale I 18–30, Scale II 21–32, Scale III 21–40 (as on 01-09-2026) |
| Last Date | 27 Sept 2026 |
| Office Assistant (Multipurpose) | 8,222 posts |
| Officer Scale I (Assistant Manager) | 4,256 posts |
| Officer Scale II (all streams) | 1,047 posts |
| Officer Scale III (Senior Manager) | 220 posts |
Important Dates
| Online registration starts | 1 September 2026 |
|---|---|
| Last date (extended) | 27 September 2026 (earlier 21 September) |
| Pre-Exam Training | November 2026 (tentative) |
| Prelims exam | November / December 2026 (tentative) |
| Mains / Single exam | December 2026 / February 2027 (tentative) |
| Officer interviews | January / February 2027 (tentative) |
Application Fee
| Officer (Scale I, II, III) – SC/ST/PwBD | ₹175 |
|---|---|
| Office Assistant – SC/ST/PwBD/ESM/DESM | ₹175 |
| All others (both posts) | ₹850 |
About the recruitment
IBPS runs a Common Recruitment Process every year for Regional Rural Banks (gramin banks). CRP RRBs XV covers Group “B” Office Assistant (Multipurpose) and Group “A” Officer Scale I (Assistant Manager), Scale II (Manager – General Banking and Specialist) and Scale III (Senior Manager). The vacancy numbers are indicative; final allotment depends on the vacancies the banks actually report. We calculated the total of 13,745 by adding up the tables in the 15-09-2026 Annexure-I.
Eligibility
- Office Assistant and Officer Scale I: graduation in any subject and proficiency in the state’s local language. Computer knowledge is desirable.
- Scale II General Banking: graduation with 50% marks and 2 years as an officer in a bank or financial institution.
- Scale II Specialist (IT, CA, Law, Treasury, Marketing, Agriculture): a relevant degree/CA/MBA and 1–2 years of experience, depending on the post.
- Scale III: graduation with 50% marks and at least 5 years as an officer.
Exam pattern
- Office Assistant and Scale I Prelims: Reasoning (40) and Numerical/Quantitative Ability (40) – 80 questions in 45 minutes.
- Mains: Reasoning, Computer, General Awareness, English or Hindi, and Numerical/Quantitative – 200 questions, 200 marks, 120 minutes.
- Scale II and III: a single online exam followed by an interview.
- There is no interview for Office Assistant; allotment is based on Mains marks.
Age relaxation
SC/ST get 5 years, OBC (NCL) 3 years and PwBD 10 years. Widowed or divorced women get a separate relaxation for the Office Assistant post.
This is not a government website. Read the IBPS notification for the final details.
How to Apply
- Open the CRP RRBs XV page on ibps.in.
- Choose the right "Apply Online" link for Office Assistant or Officer (Scale I/II/III). Each post needs a separate form and fee.
- Register, then upload your photo, signature and other documents.
- Choose your state/UT, exam centre and exam language carefully.
- Pay the fee online by 27 September 2026 and keep a printout of the form.
Important Links
| Detailed Notification PDF | Click Here |
|---|---|
| Date extension corrigendum (21-09-2026) | Click Here |
| Updated vacancies (15-09-2026) | Click Here |
| Apply Online – Office Assistant | Click Here |
| Apply Online – Officer Scale I/II/III | Click Here |
| IBPS CRP RRBs XV page | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date for IBPS RRB XV 2026?
By a corrigendum dated 21-09-2026, IBPS extended online registration and fee payment from 21 September to 27 September 2026.
Can I apply for both Office Assistant and Officer posts?
Yes, but among officer posts you can pick only one scale (I, II or III), and each post needs its own form and fee.
Is knowing the local language necessary?
For Office Assistant and Officer Scale I, proficiency in the state's local language is essential. Having studied it in Class 8 or above counts as proficiency.
Is there negative marking?
Yes. In all objective tests, one-fourth (0.25) of the marks for a question is deducted for each wrong answer.
⚠️ This is not a government website. We simplify information from official sources. Always verify on the official website before applying.