IBPS RRB CRP-XV Recruitment 2026: 13,706 Posts
The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has released the notification for the Common Recruitment Process for Regional Rural Banks, 15th cycle (CRP RRBs-XV), inviting online applications for Group ‘A’ Officer (Scale-I, II & III) and Group ‘B’ Office Assistant (Multipurpose) posts across 28 Regional Rural Banks (RRBs) in India, with an indicative 13,706 vacancies. Applications go online, running 1 to 21 September 2026.
| Organization | Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) |
| Recruitment Cycle | CRP RRBs-XV |
| Posts | Officer Scale-I (PO), Officer Scale-II (7 specializations), Officer Scale-III, Office Assistant (Multipurpose) |
| Total Vacancies | 13,706 (indicative — 4,256 PO, 8,183 Office Assistant, plus Scale II/III) |
| Age Limit | 18–40 years, varying by post |
| Application Window | 1–21 September 2026 |
| PO Prelims | 21–22 November 2026 |
| Office Assistant Prelims | 6, 12, and 13 December 2026 |
Posts Covered
Office Assistant (Multipurpose), Officer Scale-I (Assistant Manager/PO), Officer Scale-II (General Banking Officer, IT Officer, Law Officer, Agriculture Officer, Chartered Accountant, Marketing Manager, Treasury Manager), and Officer Scale-III.
Eligibility
Graduates in any discipline (with specific additional qualifications for certain Officer Scale-II specialist roles) between 18 and 40 years of age, depending on the specific post.
Application Fee
- General/OBC/EWS: ₹850
- SC/ST/PwBD: ₹175
Selection Process
A Preliminary Examination followed by a Main Examination — for Officer Scale-I and Office Assistant posts, an additional Interview follows the Main Exam. Officer Scale-II and III posts (single-tier) have only the Main Exam followed by Interview, without a Prelims stage.
How to Apply
- Visit ibps.in and click on ‘CRP RRBs’ under the latest notifications.
- Register with a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Fill in personal, educational, and post preference details, including RRB choice.
- Upload your photograph, signature, and required documents.
- Pay the application fee online and submit before 21 September 2026.
Official Links
Official Website: ibps.in
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the last date to apply?
A: 21 September 2026.
Q: How many vacancies are there?
A: 13,706, indicative, across Officer Scale-I/II/III and Office Assistant posts, spread across 28 RRBs.
Q: When is the PO Prelims exam?
A: 21 and 22 November 2026.
Q: When is the Office Assistant Prelims exam?
A: 6, 12, and 13 December 2026.
Final Word
Since vacancies are described as ‘Indicative’ in the official notification and subject to change or revision by IBPS/RRBs before the exam, don’t treat the 13,706 figure as final — keep checking the official website for any updates closer to the exam dates.