Every year, the Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) recruits for various positions in regional rural banks (RRBs) across India. These include roles such as Probationary Officer (PO), Officer Scale II & III, and Office Assistant (Clerk). For the financial year 2025–2026, IBPS is expected to release the official notification PDF soon. However, the exam dates have already been announced as part of the IBPS Calendar.
The recruitment process covers the following posts:
The IBPS RRB Exam is a national-level exam to select candidates for Assistant and Officer positions in Regional Rural Banks (RRBs). It serves as a gateway for aspirants looking to build a career in the banking sector at the rural level.
Latest Update:
The official notification for IBPS RRB Recruitment 2025 (CRP RRBs XIV) will be released soon, announcing vacancies for the posts of PO, Clerk, and Officer Scale II & III across 43 participating Regional Rural Banks. For a detailed overview of IBPS RRB 2025, refer to the table below.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) |
| Post Name | Clerk, Officer Scale – 1, 2 & 3 |
| Exam Name | IBPS RRB 2025 |
| Vacancy | 13217 |
| Participating Banks | 43 |
| Exam Mode | Online |
| Recruitment Process | Officer Scale 1: Prelims, Mains, Interview Office Assistant: Prelims and Mains Officer Scale 2 & 3: Single Exam, Interview |
| Salary | Varies for different posts |
| Official Website | www.ibps.in |
The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) will release the official IBPS RRB 2025 Notification PDF on its website www.ibps.in to recruit qualified candidates for Office Assistant (Clerk) and Officer Scale-I, II & III positions in Regional Rural Banks (RRBs) across India. The detailed IBPS RRB (CRP RRBs-XIV) Notification 2025 is expected in September 2025. It will include information on eligibility criteria, vacancies, online application link, selection process, exam centres, exam pattern, syllabus, and more.
Latest Update: IBPS has published the revised 2025 exam calendar, updating the dates for RRB PO and Clerk Prelims and Mains examinations
According to the IBPS Exam Calendar 2025, the Preliminary Examination for IBPS PO 2025 under the CRP PO/MT-XV recruitment process is scheduled for August 17, 23, and 24, 2025, while the Mains Examination is set to take place on October 12, 2025.
| Sr. No. | Event | IBPS PO Exam Date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Preliminary Online Examination | 22 & 23 November 2025 |
| 2 | Main Online Examination | 28th December 2025 |
The recruitment process for Specialist Officer (SO) positions in Public Sector Banks (PSBs) involves three key stages: Preliminary Exam, Mains Exam, and a Personal Interview. As outlined in the IBPS Revised Exam Calendar 2025, the Prelims for IBPS SO 2025 (CRP SPL-XV) will be held on 30th August 2025, followed by the Mains Exam on 9th November 2025.
| Sr. No. | Event | Date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Preliminary Online Examination | 30th August 2025 |
| 2 | Mains Online Examination | 9th November 2025 |
The IBPS Clerk exam is widely regarded as one of the more accessible banking exams, leading to a high number of applicants each year. According to the IBPS Exam Calendar 2025, the Preliminary Exam for IBPS Clerk 2025 will be conducted over four days—4th, 5th, and 11th October 2025. The Mains Exam is scheduled to be held on 29th November 2025.
| Sr. No. | Event | Date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Online Preliminary Examination | 4th, 5th, 11th October 2025 |
| 2 | Online Mains Examination | 29th November 2025 |
The post-wise and category-wise vacancies for IBPS RRB Recruitment 2025 (CRP RRBs XIV) will be released to fill positions for Office Assistant and Officer Scale I, II, and III. In the previous cycle, a total of 5800 vacancies were announced for Clerk (Office Assistant), 3583 for PO (Officer Scale I), and 930 for Officer Scale II and III combined. The detailed post-wise IBPS RRB Vacancy 2024 distribution is provided below.
| Posts | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Office Assistants (Multipurpose) | 5800 |
| Officer Scale I | 3583 |
| Officer Scale-II (Agriculture Officer) | 70 |
| Officer Scale-II (Law) | 30 |
| Officer Scale-II (Chartered Accountant) | 60 |
| Officer Scale-II (Information Technology) | 104 |
| Officer Scale-II (General Banking Officer) | 501 |
| Officer Scale-II (Marketing Officer) | 11 |
| Officer Scale-II (Treasury Manager) | 21 |
| Officer Scale III | 133 |
| Total Vacancies | 10,313 |
IBPS RRB Officer Scale 2 eligibility is determined by the Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) based on various criteria such as age, educational qualification, and work experience. The IBPS RRB Officer Scale 2 is a senior-level position in Regional Rural Banks (RRBs) and involves managing and supervising banking operations in the bank. The eligibility criteria for IBPS RRB Officer Scale 2 are as follows:
General Banking Officer (Manager):
Any discipline-specific Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or its equivalent, with a minimum cumulative GPA of 50%.
Candidates with a degree in the following sectors will receive preference; the sectors are: Banking, Finance, Marketing, Agriculture, Horticulture, Pisciculture, Agricultural Marketing and Cooperation, Forestry, Animal Husbandry, Veterinary Science, Agricultural Engineering, Information Technology, Management, Law, Economics, and Accountancy.
Experience: Two years as an officer in a Bank or Financial Institution.
Specialist Officers (Manager):
Information Technology Officer: Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks in Electronics/Communication/Information Technology/Computer Science. Desirable: Certificate in ASP, PHP, C++, Java, VB, VC, OCP, etc.Desirable: Certificate in ASP, PHP, C++, Java, VB, VC, OCP, etc. Experience: A minimum of one year of experience in the relevant field.
Chartered Accountant: Holder of the Certified Associate (CA) credential granted by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India. Experience: One year as a Chartered Accountant.
Law Officer: Bachelor’s degree in Law or any equivalent degree with a minimum of 50% marks. Experience: To be eligible, one must have either completed two years as an advocate or worked as a Financial Institution or Law Officer in Banks for at least two years.
Treasury Manager: MBA or Chartered Accountant in Finance from a recognized university/institution. Experience: One year of experience in the relevant field.
Marketing Officer: Master of Business Administration in Marketing from a recognized university. Experience: One year of experience in the marketing field.
Agricultural Officer: Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture/Veterinary Science/Horticulture/Animal Husbandry/Forestry/Dairy/Agricultural Engineering/Pisciculture from a recognized university or equivalent with a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate. Experience: Two years of relevant industry experience.
The minimum age for IBPS RRB Officer Scale 2 is 21, and the maximum is 32 years. However, candidates from certain categories, such as SC/ST/OBC/PWD/Ex-Servicemen, are exempt from the upper age limit. The age relaxation criteria are as follows:
Please be aware that the eligibility criteria for IBPS RRB Officer Scale 2 may be subject to change at the authorities’ discretion. It is recommended that candidates refer to the official notification for the most up-to-date information regarding eligibility criteria and other exam-related details.
Before submitting their IBPS RRB Application Form, applicants must ensure that they have the following information at hand:
| Document | Size | Type |
| Photograph | 20-50- Kb | JPEG Format |
| Signature | 10-20- Kb | JPEG Format |
| Left thumb impression | 20-50- Kb | JPG Format |
| Handwritten Declaration | 50-100- Kb | JPEG Format |
Candidates must remember certain things while applying for the IBPS RRB Scale 2 Exam.
To register for IBPS RRB online, follow the below steps :
Upon saving the details, a provisional Registration ID and Password will be generated and displayed on the screen. Make sure to save them; they are unique and should not be shared with anyone. An email and SMS will also be sent to you regarding the same.
Once the Online Registration process is complete, candidates must upload their photograph, signature, left thumb impression, and handwritten declaration as specified. This process is known as IBPS RRB Uploading Documents, and the following steps must be followed to upload the necessary documents:
Once the images have been uploaded, candidates will be directed to a details page to input the required information. The steps to do so are outlined below:
Once all information has been verified, click on Submit. Please note that details cannot be altered after submission, so review and double-check all information entered in the IBPS RRB Online Application before submission.
The application fee is compulsory for each candidate. Candidates who fail to submit the application fee will not be able to appear for the exam. Given below is the category-wise IBPS RRB Scale 2 exam fee structure. Candidates can submit the fee online mode through the official website of IBPS. Candidates who wish to submit the online fee can use net banking, credit, and debit cards. The RRB Scale 2 application fee is mentioned below:
| Category | Fee |
| SC/ST/PwD | Rs. 175/- |
| General/OBC/EWS (Male and Female) | Rs. 850/- |
The detailed IBPS RRB Exam Pattern 2025 for each post has been released along with the official notification. The exam pattern for various posts is as follows –
IBPS has released the exam pattern and syllabus for IBPS RRB Officer Scale 1, 2, 3, and Office Assistant posts along with the 2025 notification PDF. The selection process for Office Assistant differs from that of Officer Grade posts. For IBPS RRB Office Assistant, the recruitment process includes two stages:
• Preliminary Examination
• Mains Examination
There will be no interview round for the Office Assistant post. Final selection will be based solely on the marks obtained in the Mains Examination.
| S. No. | Section | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Reasoning Ability | 40 | 40 | 25 minutes |
| 2. | Numerical Ability | 40 | 40 | 20 minutes |
| Total | 80 | 80 | 45 minutes |
| S. No. | Section | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Reasoning | 40 | 50 | 30 minutes |
| 2. | General Awareness | 40 | 40 | 15 minutes |
| 3. | Numerical Ability | 40 | 50 | 30 minutes |
| 4. | English/Hindi Language | 40 | 40 | 30 minutes |
| 5. | Computer Knowledge | 40 | 20 | 15 minutes |
| Total | 200 | 200 | 120 minutes |
For IBPS RRB Officer 2025, the selection process will be conducted in three stages:
The final selection will be based on the combined score secured by the candidate in the Mains Examination and the Interview.
| S. No. | Section | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Reasoning | 40 | 40 | 25 minutes |
| 2. | Numerical Ability | 40 | 40 | 20 minutes |
| Total | 80 | 80 | 45 minutes |
| S. No. | Section | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Reasoning | 40 | 50 | 30 minutes |
| 2. | General Awareness | 40 | 40 | 15 minutes |
| 3. | Numerical Ability | 40 | 50 | 30 minutes |
| 4. | English/Hindi Language | 40 | 40 | 30 minutes |
| 5. | Computer Knowledge | 40 | 20 | 15 minutes |
| Total | 200 | 200 | 2 hours |
The IBPS RRB Scale 2 admit card will be available two weeks before the exam. Candidates must follow the steps given below to download the admit card.
While downloading the admit cards, candidates must check the details available on the admit card. If any discrepancy is found, candidates must report it to the authority. The IBPS RRB Scale 2 admit card information must be what you entered during registration. Your name and date of birth should be exactly as mentioned in your documents. The admit card is an important document to enter the exam hall. The following details will be provided on the admit card.
Candidates must bring at least one identity proof along with the admit card. Identity proof is necessary to get entry into the exam hall. Candidates will not be allowed to appear for the online exam without identity proof. Candidates ensure that the date of birth mentioned on the identity proof should be the same as mentioned in the application form. Change in date of birth can cause trouble for the candidates. The candidature of the candidates will be canceled by the authority. Candidates can carry the following identity proof along with the admit card.
During the registration, candidates have to choose the exam center. Candidates should choose the nearby exam center. IBPS has made exam centers in over 25 states and 50 cities in India. Candidates must carefully select their exam centre. Once the exam center is selected, it cannot be changed. There is no provision for modification in the application form after the final submission.
| Regions | States |
| North Western Region (NWR) | Jammu and Kashmir, Punjab, Haryana, Himachal |
| North Eastern Region (NER) | Assam, Arunachal Pradesh, Tripura, Manipur, Mizoram, Meghalaya, Nagaland |
| Southern Region | Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Puducherry |
| Karnataka Kerala Region | Karnataka and Kerala |
| Northern Region | Delhi, Rajasthan, Uttrakhand |
| Madhya Pradesh Region | Madhya Pradesh and Chattisgarh |
| Eastern Region | West Bengal, Orissa, Sikkim, A&N |
| Central Region | Uttar Pradesh and Bihar |
| Western Region | Maharashtra, Goa, Gujrat |
Before starting the preparation for the IBPS RRB Scale 2 Exam, candidates must go through the syllabus and pattern of the exam carefully. Candidates with good knowledge of the syllabus can score high in the exam. A detailed syllabus of the IBPS RRB Scale 2 exam will be available in the official notification released by the IBPS.
| Quantitative Aptitude | Reasoning | Financial Awareness | English Language | Computer Knowledge |
| Profit and Loss Data Interpretation Boats and Streams Time and Work Time, Speed, and Distance Partnership Ages and Average Percentage and Interest Problems on Trains Pipes and Cisterns Mixtures and Alligation Area and Volume Linear equations Quadratic equations Data sufficiency Number Series | Seating Arrangement Order and Ranking Inequalities Puzzles Statement and Assumptions Coding-Decoding Cause and Effect Statement and Conclusion Statement and Argument Venn Diagram/Syllogism Direction and Distance Blood Relation Machine Input Output | RBI Circulars Latest Government Schemes Banking Awareness Priority sector lending Banking products Basel Norms RBI regulations for Commercial banks, NBFCs, RRBs, HFCs, Small Finance Banks and UCBs Financial market instruments Indian Financial System International reports and indices Foreign investment and trade Union budget Important committees Latest mergers and MOUs of banks and financial institutions Financial regulatory institutions Ratio analysis Mutual Funds Break-even Analysis Working capital management Factoring Time Value of Money Dividend Policy Factoring Derivatives- Future and Forward Contract Cost of Capital Capital Structure Cash Flow Statement Banking Regulations Act, 1949 SARFAESI Act, 2002 Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881 Currency Act Consumer Protection Act, 1986 Taxation Acts(Income Tax and GST) Companies Act, 2013 RBI Act, 1934 | Reading Comprehension Cloze Test Error Spotting Sentence Rearrangement Double Fillers Vocabulary Based Questions | Hardware and Software Internet Terms and Services Operating System Basics MS Office (MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint) History of Computers Networking and Communication Security Tools and Viruses Database |
The basic salary of IBPS RRB Scale 2 ranges from Rs. 30,000/- to Rs. 40,000/-. Besides salary, the employees enjoy several perks and benefits.
| IBPS RRB Posts | IBPS RRB salary (In-hand Salary) |
| RRB Officer Scale 2 | Rs. 29,000 to Rs.33000/- |
| General Banking Officer Scale 2 | Rs. 33,000 – Rs. 39,000/- |
| IT Officer Scale 2 | Rs. 33,000 – Rs. 39,000/- |
| Chartered Accountant Officer Scale 2 | Rs. 33,000 – Rs. 39,000/- |
| Law Officer Scale 2 | Rs. 33,000 – Rs. 39,000/- |
| Treasury Officer Scale 2 | Rs. 33,000 – Rs. 39,000/- |
| Marketing Officer Scale 2 | Rs. 33,000 – Rs. 39,000/- |
| Agriculture Officer Scale 2 | Rs. 33,000 – Rs. 39,000/- |
| Categories | Details |
| Basic Pay | Rs. 23,700/- |
| Dearness Allowance (D.A.) | 34% of the Basic Pay (Changes as per the location of work) |
| House Rent Allowance (H.R.A.) | 8% to 24% of the Basic Pay |
| City Compensatory Allowances (CCA) | 3% to 4% Depending on the Location |
| D.A. on T.A. | As per the Government rule |
The IBPS will announce the results of the IBPS RRB final exam after it has been conducted. Candidates must check their results using their login credentials on the official website of IBPS. Results will be announced for both Assistant and Officer Grade posts for each exam stage.
To check the IBPS RRB Results 2025, follow these steps:
Download the file and keep a hard copy for future use.
Refer to the tables below for the cutoff marks of the IBPS RRB Scale 2 Single Exam 2022, categorized by different positions and candidate categories. The IBPS RRB Scale 2 cutoff varies depending on the role and category, so make sure to check the specific details for accurate information.
| IBPS RRB Officer Scale-II (GBO) Cut off | |||||||||
| Category | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | UR | HI | OC | VI | ID |
| Cut off Marks | 41.13 | 36.25 | 54.25 | 36 | 54.25 | 31.31 | 39.88 | 22.69 | 25.88 |
| IBPS RRB Officer Scale-II (IT) Cut-Off | |||||||||
| Category | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | UR | HI | OC | VI | ID |
| Cut off | 52 | 29.75 | 61.25 | 62.38 | 62.38 | 75.25 | 25.50 | 35.88 | NA |
| IBPS RRB Officer Scale-II (CA) Cut-Off | |||||||||
| Category | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | UR | HI | OC | VI | ID |
| Cut off | 30.25 | NA | 30.25 | NA | 30.25 | NA | NA | NA | NA |
| IBPS RRB Officer Scale-II (Law) Cut Off | |||||||||
| Category | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | UR | HI | OC | VI | ID |
| Cut off | 60 | 60 | 60 | 60 | 60 | 28.25 | 35.13 | 24.13 | NA |
| IBPS RRB Officer Scale-II (Treasury Manager) Cut off | |||||||||
| Category | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | UR | HI | OC | VI | ID |
| Cut off | 26.63 | NA | 26.63 | 26.63 | 26.63 | NA | 58.75 | NA | NA |
| IBPS RRB Officer Scale-II (Agricultural) Cut-off | |||||||||
| Category | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | UR | HI | OC | VI | ID |
| Cut off | 55.50 | 55.50 | 55.50 | 55.50 | 55.50 | 33.50 | 45.25 | 34.25 | 70 |
The IBPS RRB Scale 2 exam is a gateway to a prestigious banking career. To excel, candidates must adopt a strategic preparation approach, focusing on the syllabus, time management, and practice. Here are five practical tips to help you succeed:
Preparing for the IBPS RRB Scale 2 exam is a journey that demands focus, planning, and consistent effort. By thoroughly understanding the exam pattern and syllabus, creating a structured study plan, and practicing diligently with mock tests, candidates can enhance their readiness for this competitive exam. Financial awareness and regular revision are also crucial for mastering the key areas of the syllabus.
Success in the IBPS RRB Scale 2 exam not only brings a prestigious position in the banking sector but also offers long-term growth and stability. With the right approach and determination, you can clear this exam and build a rewarding career in Regional Rural Banks. Stay committed, and success will follow!
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Ans. IBPS RRB Officer Scale 2 is a recruitment exam conducted by the Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) for the selection of Group A officers (Scale-II) in Regional Rural Banks (RRBs).
Ans. The eligibility criteria for IBPS RRB Officer Scale 2 are: the candidate must be a citizen of India, have a Bachelor’s degree in any discipline, and be between 21 and 32 years of age.
Ans. The minimum age to apply for IBPS RRB Scale 2 is 21 years. The maximum age to apply for the exam is 32 years. Candidates who belong to reserved categories can seek age relaxation. Candidates need to produce the relevant certificate issued by the competent authority.
Ans. The application fee for SC/ST and PWD candidates is Rs. 175/-. The application fee for candidates in the General/OBC/EWS categories is Rs. 850/-. The application fee is compulsory for each candidate.
The basic salary of an IBPS RRB Scale 2 Officer ranges from Rs. 33,000/- to Rs. 39,000/-. Along with the salary, a grade pay of Rs. 2100/- is given to employees. Employees also enjoy several perks and benefits.
No, the IBPS RRB PO 2025 notification isn’t out yet. But as per the exam calendar, it’s likely to be released around September 2025.
Authored by, Shivam Singh
Competitive Exam Strategist
Shivam specializes in breaking down complex academic and technical concepts into engaging, student-friendly formats. From curriculum-aligned blogs to explainer content, his goal is to make learning both accessible and enjoyable.
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