IBPS RRB Clerk 2026 Registration Dates, Eligibility, Salary and Application Guide

The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) is expected to open registration for IBPS RRB Clerk 2026 on September 1, 2026. The post is officially called Office Assistant (Multipurpose) and is offered in Regional Rural Banks (RRBs) across India.

The recruitment may also include Officer Scale I, II and III posts under the CRP RRBs-XV process. Candidates should check the official IBPS notification before applying, as the dates, vacancies, fee and eligibility rules may change.

IBPS RRB Clerk 2026 important dates

As per the circulated schedule, the key dates for the Office Assistant post are:

• Registration begins: September 1, 2026
• Last date to apply: September 21, 2026
• Preliminary exam: December 6, 12 and 13, 2026
• Main exam: January 30, 2027

The schedule for other RRB posts is expected to be as follows:

• Officer Scale I preliminary exam: November 21 and 22, 2026
• Officer Scale I main exam: December 20, 2026
• Officer Scale II and III exam: December 20, 2026

These dates are based on the circulated schedule. The official notification will confirm the final timetable.

Eligibility for IBPS RRB Clerk

For Office Assistant (Multipurpose), candidates are expected to meet these conditions:

• They should be between 18 and 28 years of age.
• They should hold a graduation degree in any subject from a recognised university.
• They should have computer knowledge.
• They should know the local language of the state or region for which they apply.

The age limit is counted on the date stated in the official notification. Age relaxation is usually available for reserved categories. The common limits are five years for SC and ST candidates, three years for OBC candidates and 10 years for PwBD candidates. Other categories may also receive relaxation under government rules.

Vacancies and state-wise posts

IBPS has not released the final state-wise or RRB-wise vacancy list. Based on earlier recruitment cycles, the number of Office Assistant vacancies may fall between 6,000 and 8,500. This is an estimate, not a confirmed figure.

States such as Uttar Pradesh, Karnataka, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh and Bihar have often recorded a high number of vacancies. The final number will depend on the participating RRBs and their staffing needs.

IBPS RRB Clerk salary

The Office Assistant post comes with a basic pay under the banking sector pay scale. The starting basic pay has been around Rs 19,900 in recent recruitment cycles. The total salary may include dearness allowance, house rent allowance and other benefits.

The monthly take-home salary can vary by place of posting, allowances and deductions. In many locations, it may be around Rs 30,000 to Rs 35,000. Candidates should wait for the 2026 notification and the latest pay details before treating these figures as final.

Selection process and exam pattern

IBPS RRB Clerk selection usually includes two online exams:

1. Preliminary examination
2. Main examination

There is no interview for the Office Assistant post. Candidates who clear the prelims move to the mains. The final selection is based on performance in the main exam, subject to document checks and other rules.

The preliminary exam usually tests Reasoning and Numerical Ability. The main exam covers Reasoning, Computer Knowledge, General Awareness, English or Hindi language, and Numerical Ability. The exact number of questions, marks and time limit will be given in the official notification.

How to apply for IBPS RRB Clerk 2026

Applicants can submit the form through the official IBPS website after registration opens. Keep these steps in mind:

1. Visit the official IBPS website.
2. Open the CRP RRB recruitment section.
3. Choose the Office Assistant application link.
4. Complete the registration with an active mobile number and email ID.
5. Enter personal, educational and category details.
6. Upload the photograph, signature and other required documents.
7. Pay the application fee.
8. Submit the form and save the confirmation page.

The expected fee is around Rs 175 for SC, ST and PwBD candidates. For other categories, it may be around Rs 850. The exact fee will appear in the official notification.

Documents to keep ready

Candidates should keep scanned copies of their photograph, signature, left thumb impression and handwritten declaration, if required. A valid photo identity proof, degree details, category certificate and local language information may also be needed.

Check every detail before submitting the form. A small spelling error in a name or date of birth can create a large headache later. Download the filled application, fee receipt and payment confirmation for future use.