IBPS RRB Recruitment 2025 – Latest Govt Bank Jobs Online
Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has released the CRP RRBs XIV notification for recruitment in Regional Rural Banks across India. The drive covers Group “A” Officers (Scale I, II & III) and Group “B” Office Assistants (Multipurpose). If you are aiming for a stable banking career with growth in semi-urban and rural India, this is one of the best opportunities of the year.
Event | Dates |
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Online Application Start | 01 September 2025 |
Online Application Last Date | 21 September 2025 |
Fee Payment Last Date | 21 September 2025 |
Pre-Exam Training (PET) | November 2025 |
Preliminary Exam | Nov–Dec 2025 |
Prelims Result | Dec 2025–Jan 2026 |
Mains / Single Exam | Dec 2025–Feb 2026 |
Interview (Officers) | Jan–Feb 2026 |
Provisional Allotment | Feb–Mar 2026 |
Note: Exact schedules are subject to change as per IBPS/RRBs.
Key Highlights
- Posts: Office Assistant (Multipurpose), Officer Scale I (Assistant Manager), Officer Scale II (General Banking & Specialists), Officer Scale III (Senior Manager)
- Mode of Application: Online only
- Selection Stages: Prelims, Mains/Single Exam, and Interview (for Officers)
- Negative Marking: 0.25 mark deduction for each wrong answer
- Language: Local language proficiency is important for most RRBs
Vacancy Details for IBPS RRB XIV 2025
- Total Vacancy: 13217 Post
- Office Assistants (Multipurpose): 7,972 vacancies
- Officer Scale I (PO): 3,907 vacancies
- Officer Scale-II (Agriculture Officer): 50 vacancies
- Officer Scale-II (Law): 48 vacancies
- Officer Scale-II (CA): 69 vacancies
- Officer Scale-II (IT): 87 vacancies
- Officer Scale-II (General Banking Officer): 854 vacancies
- Officer Scale-II (Marketing Officer): 15 vacancies
- Officer Scale-II (Treasury Manager): 16 vacancies
- Officer Scale III: 199 vacancies
Pay Scale & Selection Process for IBPS RRB XIV 2025
- Pay Scale: As Per Rule
- Selection Process: Selection on the Basis of Online Pre Exam & Mains Exam (Office Assistant, Scale-I) || Only Online Single Exam & Interview (Scale-II, III)
Education Qualification (Post Wise) for IBPS RRB XIV 2025
1. Office Assistant (Multipurpose)
- Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized University or its equivalent
- Proficiency in the local language as prescribed by the participating RRB
- Preference: Knowledge or experience in banking
2. Officer Scale-I (Assistant Manager)
- Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized University with at least 50% marks in aggregate
- Proficiency in the local language as prescribed by the participating RRB
- Preference: Knowledge or experience in banking
3. Officer Scale-II (Manager)
(a) General Banking Officer
- Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline with minimum 50% marks in aggregate
- At least 2 years of experience as an officer in a Bank or Financial Institution
(b) Agriculture Officer
- Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture / Horticulture / Animal Husbandry / Veterinary Science / Dairy Science / Fishery Science / Pisciculture / Agricultural Marketing & Cooperation
- Minimum 50% marks and at least 2 years of relevant experience
(c) Marketing Officer
- MBA in Marketing from a recognized University
(d) Treasury Manager
- Chartered Accountant (CA) or MBA in Finance from a recognized University/Institute
(e) Law Officer
- Degree in Law from a recognized University
- Must be enrolled as an advocate with the Bar Council
(f) IT Officer
- Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science / Information Technology or equivalent with at least 50% marks
(g) Chartered Accountant (CA)
- Certified Associate (CA) from the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India
4. Officer Scale-III (Senior Manager)
- Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline with minimum 50% marks in aggregate
- At least 5 years of experience as an officer in a Bank or Financial Institution
Age Limit (as on 01.09.2025)
Post | Age |
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Office Assistant (Multipurpose) | 18–28 years |
Officer Scale I | 18–30 years |
Officer Scale II | 21–32 years |
Officer Scale III | 21–40 years |
Age relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen and other eligible categories will apply as per government rules.
Application Fee
Category | Fees |
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SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen | ₹ 175/- |
All Others | ₹ 850/- |
Payment is accepted through online modes only.
Exam Pattern
Office Assistant (Multipurpose)
Prelims: 80 questions, 80 marks, 45 minutes (Reasoning 40; Numerical Ability 40).
Mains: 200 questions, 200 marks, 120 minutes (Reasoning, Computer Knowledge, General Awareness, English/Hindi, Numerical Ability).
Officer Scale I
Prelims: 80 questions, 80 marks (Reasoning; Quantitative Aptitude).
Mains: 200 questions, 200 marks (Reasoning, Computer Knowledge, General Awareness, English/Hindi, Quantitative Aptitude).
Officer Scale II & III
Single Online Exam: Objective test covering Reasoning, Financial Awareness, Computer Knowledge, English/Hindi, Quantitative Aptitude and (for Scale II Specialist) Professional Knowledge.
Negative Marking: 0.25 mark will be deducted for each wrong answer in all objective tests.
Selection Process
- Office Assistant (Multipurpose): Prelims → Mains → Final merit (no interview).
- Officer Scale I: Prelims → Mains → Interview → Final merit.
- Officer Scale II & III: Single Exam → Interview → Final merit.
For final merit in Officer posts, weightage is typically 80% for Mains/Single Exam and 20% for Interview (subject to official notification).
How to Apply (Step by Step)
- Visit the official portal: www.ibps.in.
- Open CRP RRBs XIV section and choose your post (Office Assistant / Officers).
- Complete new registration with a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Fill the online form carefully: personal, academic and experience details.
- Upload clear scans of photograph, signature, thumb impression and hand-written declaration as per size/format guidelines.
- Pay the application fee online and confirm submission.
- Download/print the application form and fee receipt for future reference.
Interview (Officers Only)
- Interview is conducted for Officer Scale I, II & III.
- Total marks: 100. Minimum qualifying: typically 40% (35% for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD).
- Carry originals and photocopies of all documents; be prepared for domain and situational questions.
Preparation Tips
- Build a weekly plan covering Quant/Reasoning/Language/Computer/GA with daily mocks.
- For GA, follow banking & economy news, government schemes and RRB-related updates.
- Analyze mock tests to reduce negative marking and improve speed/accuracy.
- For Officers, revise basics of banking awareness, priority sector lending and rural credit.
FAQs
1) Can I apply for both Office Assistant and Officer posts?
Yes, eligible candidates may apply for more than one post. Submit separate applications and fees for each as per IBPS rules.
2) Is the local language mandatory?
Proficiency in the local language of the RRB’s state is usually essential for customer-facing roles. Check the annexure for language requirements.
3) Is there an interview for Office Assistant?
No. Office Assistant selection is based on Prelims + Mains only.
4) What is the negative marking in IBPS RRB exams?
There is a penalty of 0.25 mark for each wrong answer in objective tests.
5) How is the final merit prepared for Officer posts?
Final merit generally considers Mains/Single Exam (about 80% weightage) and Interview (about 20% weightage), subject to official rules.
Important Links
- IBPS Official Apply Online : https://ibpsreg.ibps.in/rrbxivaug25/
- IBPS Official Website: https://ibps.in/
- IBPS Official Notification: https://www.ibps.in/wp-content/uploads/CRP-RRBs-XIV_Final_AD_31.08.25.pdf
- CRP RRBs XIV Section: Check the latest notification, annexures and application link on the IBPS portal.
Disclaimer: This article summarizes the IBPS RRB 2025 notification for quick guidance. For exact details, eligibility, and updates, always refer to the official notification on the IBPS website.
