The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has released the official IBPS RRB Notification 2026 on 31st August 2025, announcing a large-scale recruitment drive for various positions in Regional Rural Banks (RRBs) across India.

This year’s recruitment brings 13,217 vacancies for Office Assistant (Clerk) and Officer Scale I, II, and III posts. The online application process will remain open from 1st September 2026 to 21st September 2026.

For aspirants preparing for a career in the banking sector, especially those seeking a government job in rural banking services, this is one of the most important recruitment opportunities of the year.

Gramin Bank Recruitment Overview

Candidates from Assam have the opportunity to apply for posts under Bihar Gramin Bank, Uttar pradesh Gramin Bank. Proficiency in Hindi, English, Bhojpori  is mandatory for eligible applicants.

Vacancies in Bihar Gramin Bank:

Overall IBPS Gramin Bank Recruitment Vacancy 2025 (All India)

The notification declares a total of 13,217 posts. The category-wise breakup is as follows:

• Office Assistant (Clerk): 7,972

• Officer Scale I (Probationary Officer): 3,907

• Officer Scale II (Generalist & Specialist): 1,139

• Officer Scale III (Senior Manager): 199

Specialist Vacancies in Officer Scale II:

• Agriculture Officer – 50

• Marketing Officer – 15

• Treasury Manager – 16

• Law Officer – 48

• Chartered Accountant – 69

• IT Officer – 87

• General Banking Officer – 854

IBPS Gramin Bank Recruitment 2025 – Important Highlights

Eligibility Criteria

Age Limit (as on 01.08.2025):

• Office Assistant (Clerk): 18–28 years

• Officer Scale I: 18–30 years

• Officer Scale II: 21–32 years

• Officer Scale III: 21–40 years

Educational Qualification:

• Office Assistant (Clerk): Graduate in any discipline.

• Officer Scale I: Graduate in any discipline + proficiency in local language.

• Officer Scale II (Generalist): Graduate degree + 2 years’ experience in banking.

• Officer Scale II (Specialist): Professional degree (IT, Law, CA, Agriculture, etc.) + relevant work experience.

• Officer Scale III: Graduate degree + minimum 5 years’ banking experience.

Application Fee

Payment is to be made online only through debit/credit card, net banking, or UPI.

Gramin Bank Selection Process

The selection process will be conducted in different stages based on the post:

1. Office Assistant (Clerk):

   • Preliminary Exam

   • Mains Exam

   • Final selection based on Mains score

2. Officer Scale I:

   • Preliminary Exam

   • Mains Exam

   • Interview

3. Officer Scale II & III:

   • Single Online Exam

   • Interview

Final allotment will be based on overall merit, candidate preferences, and availability of vacancies.

Exam Pattern

Preliminary Exam (Clerk & Officer Scale I):

• Reasoning – 40 Questions, 40 Marks

• Numerical Ability – 40 Questions, 40 Marks
  Total: 80 Questions, 80 Marks (45 Minutes)

Mains Exam (Clerk & Officer Scale I):

• Reasoning – 40 Questions, 50 Marks

• Computer Knowledge – 40 Questions, 20 Marks

• General Awareness – 40 Questions, 40 Marks

• Hindi/English Language – 40 Questions, 40 Marks

• Quantitative Aptitude – 40 Questions, 50 Marks
  Total: 200 Questions, 200 Marks (120 Minutes)

Officer Scale II & III (Single Exam):

• Professional Knowledge, General Banking, Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, Computer Knowledge, and Language skills.

Salary Structure

• Office Assistant (Clerk): ₹29,000 – ₹33,000 per month

• Officer Scale I (PO): ₹50,000 – ₹55,000 per month

• Officer Scale II: ₹75,000 – ₹80,000 per month

• Officer Scale III: ₹85,000 – ₹90,000 per month

In addition to the basic pay, employees will receive allowances, benefits, and career growth opportunities as per bank norms.

Important Dates

How to Apply – Step by Step

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

2. Click on the “IBPS RRB 2025 Online Application” link.

3. Complete registration by entering your basic details.

4. Fill out the application form with personal, educational, and category details.

5. Upload scanned copies of photo, signature, thumb impression, and declaration.

6. Pay the application fee online.

7. Submit the form and download the confirmation page for future reference.

Important weblinks for Gramin Bank Recruitment ibps.in

Key Instructions for Applicants

• Candidates must apply only through the online mode; no offline forms will be accepted.

• Ensure that all scanned documents are clear and as per IBPS guidelines.

• Candidates applying for Assam Gramin Vikash Bank must have proficiency in Assamese, Bengali, or Bodo language.

• Admit cards for Prelims and Mains will be available on the IBPS website before the exam date.

Why Apply for IBPS RRB 2025?

• 13,217 vacancies across India.

• Jobs in the government banking sector with security.

• Attractive salaries and allowances.

• Career growth opportunities in regional rural banking.

• Direct contribution to financial inclusion and rural development.

Conclusion

The IBPS Gramin Bank Recruitment 2025 is a career-defining opportunity for aspirants aiming to enter the banking sector. With over 13,000 vacancies across clerical and officer-level posts, this recruitment ensures not only job stability and financial growth but also the chance to serve rural India.