IBPS RRB Clerk 2026 Notification: Registration Begins September 1

Published: Monday, August 31, 2026, 10:32 [IST]

The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) is set to begin the online registration process for the IBPS RRB Clerk 2026 recruitment from September 1, 2026. The recruitment is being conducted under CRP RRBs-XV for Office Assistant (Multipurpose) posts, commonly known as RRB Clerk, along with Officer Scale I, II and III positions in participating Regional Rural Banks.

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As per the circulated recruitment schedule, the registration window is expected to remain open until September 21, 2026. However, candidates should note that the vacancies, eligibility conditions, application fee and other recruitment details are subject to confirmation through the detailed official notification.

IBPS RRB Clerk 2026 Registration: Important Dates

The tentative schedule for the IBPS RRB recruitment process is as follows:

Event	Date
Registration Begins	September 1, 2026
Last Date to Apply	September 21, 2026
Office Assistant Prelims	December 6, 12 and 13, 2026
Office Assistant Mains	January 30, 2027
Office Scale I Prelims	November 21 and 22, 2026
Office Scale I Mains	December 20, 2026
Officer Scale II & III Exam	December 20, 2026

Candidates should regularly check the official IBPS website for confirmation of the final schedule.

IBPS RRB Clerk 2026 Recruitment

The IBPS RRB recruitment drive covers Office Assistant (Multipurpose) and Officer Scale positions in participating Regional Rural Banks.

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The Office Assistant post is popularly referred to as the RRB Clerk position. Candidates selected for the post will work in participating Regional Rural Banks, subject to the recruitment rules and state-wise requirements.

The preliminary examination for Office Assistant is scheduled to be held on December 6, 12 and 13, 2026, followed by the main examination on January 30, 2027.

IBPS RRB Clerk 2026 Eligibility and Age Limit

For the Office Assistant post, candidates are expected to have a graduation degree in any discipline from a recognised institution.

The expected age limit for Office Assistant candidates is 18 to 28 years, subject to the cut-off date and conditions specified in the final notification.

Candidates are also generally required to have proficiency in the local language applicable to the participating RRB and state. The specific language requirements will be mentioned in the official notification.

Age relaxation is expected to be applicable to reserved categories according to government rules. Indicatively, relaxation includes five years for SC/ST candidates, three years for OBC candidates and applicable relaxation for PwBD candidates.

Candidates should verify the exact eligibility criteria once the detailed notification is released.

IBPS RRB Clerk 2026 Application Fee

The indicative application fee for the recruitment is expected to be around:

SC/ST/PwBD candidates: ₹175
Other candidates: ₹850

The fee structure is subject to confirmation in the detailed IBPS RRB 2026 notification. Candidates should pay the prescribed amount through the available online payment modes while submitting the application.

IBPS RRB Clerk 2026 Selection Process

Candidates applying for the Office Assistant post will generally have to qualify through the prescribed examination stages. The recruitment process includes a preliminary examination followed by the main examination.

Candidates who qualify for the preliminary stage will be eligible to appear for the main examination, subject to the applicable rules. The final selection will be based on the prescribed criteria and candidates' performance in the relevant stages.

For Officer Scale posts, the examination structure and selection stages may differ depending on the post.

How to Apply for IBPS RRB Clerk 2026?

Once the registration window opens, candidates can apply online by following these general steps:

1. Visit the official IBPS website.

2. Open the CRP RRBs-XV recruitment section.

3. Select the application link for Office Assistant (Multipurpose).

4. Complete the registration using the required personal details.

5. Fill in the application form with educational and other information.

6. Upload the required photograph, signature and documents.

7. Check the application details carefully.

8. Pay the applicable examination fee.

9. Submit the application form.

10. Download and save the confirmation page for future reference.

Candidates should ensure that all details entered in the form are accurate and correspond with their official documents.

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IBPS RRB Clerk 2026: Key Points for Candidates

The IBPS RRB Clerk 2026 recruitment provides an opportunity for graduates seeking banking jobs in Regional Rural Banks. The online registration is expected to begin on September 1, 2026, with the last date expected to be September 21, 2026.

Since the recruitment details currently circulated are subject to confirmation, candidates should not rely solely on tentative information regarding vacancies, fees or eligibility. They should carefully read the detailed official IBPS RRB notification before submitting their applications.

Aspirants should also begin preparing for the Office Assistant preliminary examination scheduled for December 6, 12 and 13, 2026, while keeping track of official updates regarding the recruitment process.