IBPS RRB XV 15th Recruitment 2026 : Apply Online for 13,704 Posts
The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has released the notification for IBPS RRB XV 15th Recruitment 2026 for Group A Officer Scale I, II, III and Group B Office Assistant (Multipurpose) posts in Regional Rural Banks. A total of 13,704 vacancies are available. Eligible candidates can submit the online application from 01 September 2026 to 21 September 2026. Candidates should read the complete notification carefully before applying and check the post-wise qualification, age limit, fee, examination pattern, selection process and other important details.
Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS)
IBPS RRB XV 15th Recruitment 2026
RRB Officer Scale I, II, III & Office Assistant Recruitment
Application Fee
- Officer Scale I, II & III: Rs. 175/- for SC/ST/PwBD and Rs. 850/- for all other candidates.
- Office Assistant: Rs. 175/- for SC/ST/PwBD/ESM/DESM and Rs. 850/- for all other candidates.
- Payment Mode: Fee can be paid through the online payment facility provided during the application process.
Important Dates
- Online Starts From: 01 September 2026
- Last Date to Apply Online: 21 September 2026
- Last Date for Fee Payment: 21 September 2026
- Preliminary Examination: November / December 2026
- Main / Single Examination: December 2026 / February 2027
- Interview: January / February 2027
- Provisional Allotment: February / March 2027
Age Limit as on 01-09-2026
- Office Assistant (Multipurpose): 18 to 28 Years
- Officer Scale-I: Above 18 and below 30 Years
- Officer Scale-II: Above 21 and below 32 Years
- Officer Scale-III: Above 21 and below 40 Years
- SC/ST candidates get 5 years relaxation and OBC (NCL) candidates get 3 years relaxation.
- PwBD candidates are eligible for 10 years age relaxation, subject to the applicable rules.
IBPS RRB XV Post Wise Educational Qualification
| Post Name | Educational Qualification / Experience |
|---|---|
| Office Assistant |
Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a
recognized University or equivalent.
Proficiency in the local language prescribed by the concerned RRB is required. Working knowledge of Computer is desirable. |
| Officer Scale-I |
Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a
recognized University or equivalent.
Preference may be given to candidates having degrees in Agriculture, Horticulture, Forestry, Animal Husbandry, Veterinary Science, Agricultural Engineering, Pisciculture, IT, Management, Law, Economics or Accountancy. Proficiency in the local language prescribed by the participating RRB is essential. |
| Officer Scale-II |
The qualification depends on the selected
specialist or General Banking Officer post.
General Banking Officer requires a Bachelor’s Degree with minimum 50% marks and 2 years relevant experience. Specialist posts such as Agriculture, Marketing, Treasury, Law, CA and IT have separate qualification and experience requirements. |
| Officer Scale-III | Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline with minimum 50% marks and at least 5 years experience as an Officer in a Bank or Financial Institution. |
The required educational qualification must be obtained from a recognized University / Institution. The result of the qualifying examination must have been declared on or before 21 September 2026.
IBPS RRB XV Scale-II Specialist Qualification
- Agriculture Officer: Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture, Horticulture, Dairy, Animal Husbandry, Forestry, Veterinary Science, Agricultural Engineering or Pisciculture with minimum 50% marks and 2 years relevant experience.
- Marketing Officer: MBA in Marketing and 1 year relevant experience.
- Treasury Manager: CA or MBA in Finance and 1 year relevant experience.
- Law Officer: Degree in Law with minimum 50% marks and 2 years relevant experience.
- Chartered Accountant: Certified Associate from ICAI and 1 year experience as a Chartered Accountant.
- IT Officer: Relevant Bachelor’s Degree in Electronics, Communication, Computer Science or IT with minimum 50% marks and 1 year relevant experience.
IBPS RRB XV Eligibility Criteria
General Eligibility
- The candidate must satisfy the nationality / citizenship conditions prescribed in the notification.
- Candidates must possess the required educational qualification for the selected post.
- For Office Assistant and Officer Scale-I, the prescribed local language requirement must be fulfilled.
- Candidates applying for Scale-II and Scale-III must fulfil the required professional experience wherever applicable.
Important Qualification Date
- The result of the qualifying examination must have been declared on or before 21 September 2026.
- Candidates should possess valid certificates and supporting documents whenever required.
Application Rule
- A candidate can apply for Office Assistant and can also apply for an Officer post.
- In the Officer cadre, a candidate can apply for only one post among Scale-I, Scale-II or Scale-III.
- Separate applications and applicable fees are required for different posts.
IBPS RRB XV Vacancy Details 2026
| Post Name | Vacancy |
|---|---|
| Office Assistant (Multipurpose) | 8,183 |
| Officer Scale-I | 4,256 |
| Officer Scale-II (General Banking Officer) | 666 |
| Officer Scale-II (IT) | 182 |
| Officer Scale-II (CA) | 81 |
| Officer Scale-II (Law) | 46 |
| Officer Scale-II (Agriculture) | 38 |
| Officer Scale-II (Treasury Manager) | 18 |
| Officer Scale-II (Marketing) | 14 |
| Officer Scale-III | 220 |
| Total Vacancy | 13,704 |
Note: The vacancies are indicative and may change according to the actual vacancies reported by participating Regional Rural Banks.
IBPS RRB XV Exam Pattern 2026
Preliminary Examination
| Post | Subjects | Questions | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Office Assistant | Reasoning + Numerical Ability | 80 | 80 | 45 Minutes |
| Officer Scale-I | Reasoning + Quantitative Aptitude | 80 | 80 | 45 Minutes |
Main Examination
| Post | Questions | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Office Assistant | 200 | 200 | 120 Minutes |
| Officer Scale-I | 200 | 200 | 120 Minutes |
Single Level Examination
- Officer Scale-II General Banking Officer and Officer Scale-III: 200 Questions, 200 Marks, 120 Minutes.
- Officer Scale-II Specialist Officers: 240 Questions, 200 Marks, 150 Minutes.
- Mode: Online Computer Based Examination.
- Negative Marking: 0.25 marks will be deducted for every wrong answer.
- No penalty is applied to questions left unanswered.
IBPS RRB XV Syllabus 2026
- Reasoning: Logical and analytical reasoning topics.
- Quantitative Aptitude: Numerical ability and mathematical topics.
- English / Hindi Language: Language ability and comprehension as applicable.
- General Awareness: Current affairs and banking awareness.
- Computer Knowledge: Basic computer-related questions.
- Professional Knowledge: Relevant subject knowledge for Scale-II specialist posts.
IBPS RRB XV Selection Process 2026
- Office Assistant: Preliminary Examination followed by Main Examination.
- Officer Scale-I: Preliminary Examination, Main Examination and Common Interview.
- Officer Scale-II: Single Online Examination followed by Common Interview.
- Officer Scale-III: Single Online Examination followed by Common Interview.
- For Officers, Online Examination and Interview have an 80:20 relative weightage.
IBPS RRB XV Interview 2026
- Interview is applicable to Officer Scale-I, II and III.
- Total Interview marks: 100.
- Minimum qualifying marks are 40% for General candidates and 35% for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD candidates.
- The final Officer score is prepared using the prescribed 80:20 Online Examination and Interview ratio.
Documents Required
- Recent passport-size photograph.
- Signature.
- Left thumb impression.
- Handwritten declaration.
- SSC / SSLC / 10th Standard certificate.
- Educational qualification and experience certificates, wherever applicable.
- Category / EWS / PwBD / ESM / DESM certificates, wherever applicable.
How to Apply Online IBPS RRB XV 15th Recruitment 2026
1. Visit the official IBPS website and open the CRP RRBs-XV section.
2. Select the application link for Office Assistant or Officer Scale I, II & III.
3. Complete New Registration using your basic details, mobile number and email ID.
4. Log in and enter your personal, educational and post-related information carefully.
5. Upload the photograph, signature, left thumb impression, handwritten declaration and other required documents in the prescribed format.
6. Pay the applicable application fee through the available online payment method.
7. Check the complete application form carefully and submit it before the last date.
8. Download and keep the final submitted application form and fee receipt safely for future reference.
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IBPS RRB XV 15th Recruitment 2026 – Complete Details
The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has released the official notification for IBPS RRB XV 15th Recruitment 2026. The recruitment is being conducted for Group A Officers (Scale I, II & III) and Group B Office Assistants (Multipurpose) in Regional Rural Banks.
Eligible candidates can apply online from 01 September 2026 to 21 September 2026. Candidates should check the eligibility, age limit, application fee, exam pattern and selection process before applying.
IBPS RRB XV Recruitment 2026 – Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Registration | 01 September 2026 to 21 September 2026 |
| Application Fee Payment | 01 September 2026 to 21 September 2026 |
| Edit / Correction Window | 2 Days After Registration Closes |
| Pre-Exam Training | November 2026 |
| Preliminary Exam | November / December 2026 |
| Main / Single Exam | December 2026 / February 2027 |
| Provisional Allotment | February / March 2027 |
IBPS RRB 15th Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Organization | Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) |
| Recruitment | CRP RRBs-XV |
| Posts | Office Assistants & Officers Scale I, II & III |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | Regional Rural Banks across India |
| Official Website | www.ibps.in |
IBPS RRB 15th Vacancy 2026 – Post Details
The IBPS RRB 15th Vacancy 2026 covers Office Assistants (Multipurpose), Officer Scale-I, Officer Scale-II General Banking Officer, Specialist Officers and Officer Scale-III posts. The detailed state-wise and category-wise vacancies are given in Annexure-I of the official notification.
| Post | Selection Stage |
|---|---|
| Office Assistant (Multipurpose) | Preliminary + Main |
| Officer Scale-I | Preliminary + Main + Interview |
| Officer Scale-II | Single Exam + Interview |
| Officer Scale-III | Single Exam + Interview |
IBPS RRB XV Recruitment 2026 – Eligibility
The educational qualification depends on the post. For Office Assistant and Officer Scale-I, candidates need a Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized University or its equivalent.
- Office Assistant: Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline.
- Officer Scale-I: Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline.
- Officer Scale-II General Banking Officer: Bachelor’s Degree with minimum 50% marks and relevant experience.
- Specialist Officer posts require the prescribed professional qualification and experience.
- Officer Scale-III requires Bachelor’s Degree with minimum 50% marks and at least 5 years of experience as an Officer in a Bank or Financial Institution.
- Local language proficiency is essential for Office Assistant and Officer Scale-I posts as prescribed by the participating RRB.
IBPS RRB XV Recruitment 2026 – Age Limit
| Post | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Office Assistant | 18 to 28 Years |
| Officer Scale-I | Above 18 to Below 30 Years |
| Officer Scale-II | Above 21 to Below 32 Years |
| Officer Scale-III | Above 21 to Below 40 Years |
| SC / ST | 5 Years Relaxation |
| OBC (NCL) | 3 Years Relaxation |
| PwBD | 10 Years Relaxation |
IBPS RRB Application Fee 2026
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / Other Candidates | Rs. 850/- |
| SC / ST / PwBD – Officers | Rs. 175/- |
| SC / ST / PwBD / ESM / DESM – Office Assistant | Rs. 175/- |
IBPS RRB Apply Online 2026
Candidates can complete the IBPS RRB Apply Online 2026 process through the official IBPS website. The application window will remain open from 01 September to 21 September 2026.
- Visit the official IBPS website.
- Open the CRP RRBs section.
- Select the appropriate application link for Officers or Office Assistants.
- Complete New Registration and save the registration number and password.
- Fill in personal, educational and other required details.
- Upload photograph, signature, thumb impression and handwritten declaration.
- Upload other documents wherever applicable.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Check the details carefully and submit the application.
- Download the submitted application form for future use.
IBPS RRB XV Exam Pattern 2026
Preliminary Examination
| Post | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Office Assistant | 80 | 80 | 45 Minutes |
| Officer Scale-I | 80 | 80 | 45 Minutes |
The Preliminary Examination consists of Reasoning and Numerical Ability for Office Assistants, while Officer Scale-I has Reasoning and Quantitative Aptitude.
Main Examination
The Main Examination for Office Assistant and Officer Scale-I contains Reasoning, Computer Knowledge, General Awareness, English/Hindi Language and Numerical Ability or Quantitative Aptitude. The total is 200 questions for 200 marks with a duration of 120 minutes.
IBPS RRB XV Selection Process 2026
- Office Assistant: Preliminary Examination followed by Main Examination.
- Officer Scale-I: Preliminary Examination, Main Examination and Common Interview.
- Officer Scale-II and III: Single Online Examination followed by Common Interview.
- Provisional allotment is made on the basis of merit, preference and actual vacancies reported by RRBs.
There is a penalty of 0.25 marks for each wrong answer in the objective examinations.
IBPS RRB Admit Card 2026
The IBPS RRB Admit Card 2026 will be released on the official IBPS website before the respective examination. Candidates can download the call letter using their Registration Number and Password or Date of Birth.
No hard copy of the call letter will be sent by post. Candidates should carry the required call letter, photo ID and other documents mentioned in the examination instructions.
IBPS RRB Interview 2026
Interview is applicable only for Officer Scale-I, Scale-II and Scale-III posts. The interview carries 100 marks and the weightage of Online Examination and Interview is 80:20 for the Officers cadre.
Important Points for IBPS RRB XV 15th Recruitment 2026
- Online registration starts on 01 September 2026.
- Last date to apply is 21 September 2026.
- Candidates can apply for Office Assistant and one Officer post.
- More than one Officer post application will be rejected.
- Educational qualification must be completed by 21 September 2026.
- Wrong answers carry 0.25 marks negative marking.
- Candidates should keep their registered email ID and mobile number active.
- Final allotment depends on merit, preference and actual vacancies reported by RRBs.
FAQs – IBPS RRB XV 15th Recruitment 2026
1. What is IBPS RRB XV 15th Recruitment 2026?
IBPS RRB XV 15th Recruitment 2026 is the Common Recruitment Process for Regional Rural Banks for Office Assistants and Officers Scale-I, II and III.
2. When will IBPS RRB XV Recruitment 2026 application start?
The online application for IBPS RRB XV Recruitment 2026 will start from 01 September 2026 and continue up to 21 September 2026.
3. What is IBPS RRB 15th Vacancy 2026?
The IBPS RRB 15th Vacancy 2026 includes vacancies for Office Assistants and Officers Scale-I, Scale-II and Scale-III across participating Regional Rural Banks. Detailed state-wise vacancies are given in Annexure-I of the notification.
4. What is the eligibility for IBPS RRB 15th Recruitment 2026?
Candidates generally need a Bachelor’s Degree for Office Assistant and Officer Scale-I, while Scale-II and Scale-III posts have additional marks, professional qualification and experience requirements.
5. How can I complete IBPS RRB Apply Online 2026?
Candidates can complete the IBPS RRB Apply Online 2026 process by visiting the official IBPS website, completing registration, filling the form, uploading documents and paying the applicable fee online.
6. What is the age limit for IBPS RRB XV Recruitment 2026?
The age limit is 18 to 28 years for Office Assistant, above 18 to below 30 years for Scale-I, above 21 to below 32 years for Scale-II and above 21 to below 40 years for Scale-III, subject to applicable relaxation.
7. What is the application fee for IBPS RRB Recruitment 2026?
The fee is Rs. 850/- for most candidates. The applicable SC/ST/PwBD categories have a fee of Rs. 175/-. For Office Assistant, ESM/DESM candidates are also included in the Rs. 175/- fee category.
8. What is the selection process in IBPS RRB 15th Recruitment 2026?
Office Assistant and Officer Scale-I have Preliminary and Main examinations. Officer Scale-II and III have a Single Online Examination followed by Interview.
9. When will IBPS RRB Admit Card 2026 be released?
The IBPS RRB Admit Card 2026 will be available before the respective online examination. The call letter will be downloaded from the official IBPS website using the required login details.
10. Is there negative marking in IBPS RRB XV 15th Recruitment 2026?
Yes. There is a penalty of 0.25 marks for each wrong answer in the Preliminary, Main and Single Level objective examinations.
Conclusion
The IBPS RRB XV 15th Recruitment 2026 is an important banking recruitment opportunity for eligible candidates. The process includes Office Assistant and Officer posts in participating Regional Rural Banks.
Candidates interested in IBPS RRB Apply Online 2026 should submit their application before 21 September 2026 and regularly check the official IBPS website for updates related to examination, result and IBPS RRB Admit Card 2026.