IBPS RRB Prelims 2024: Clerk Mains Exam Analysis (OUT), Result, Cut off & FAQs

Institute of Banking Personnel Selection Common Written Examination Regional Rural Banks 2024 ( IBPS RRB )

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Exam On: 6 Oct '24

Anangsha Patra

Anangsha PatraDeputy Manager – Editorial

Updated on Oct 6, 2024 14:56 IST

IBPS RRB 2024: The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) conducted the IBPS RRB Clerk 2024 mains exam on October 6, 2024. The overall difficulty level of the exam was moderate. IBPS RRB PO mains result 2024 will be announced soon. IBPS RRB PO 2024 mains exam was conducted on September 29, 2024. The single online exam for Officers Scale 2 and 3 was conducted on September 29, 2024.

IBPS RRB PO 2024 prelims exam was conducted on August 3 and 4, 2024. The prelims exam of IBPS RRB Clerk 2024 was conducted on August 10, 17 and 18, 2024. The mains exam of RRB PO was conducted on September 29, 2024. A total of 10313 IBPS RRB vacancies will be filled through this recruitment drive. Read below for more details on IBPS RRB exam.

Also Read: IBPS RRB Dates 2024

Q:   When IBPS RRB PO Prelims result 2024 will announced?

A:

IBPS RRB PO prelims result 2024 was announced on September 13, 2024. The result was announced on the official website of IBPS. To download the IBPS RRB result, candidates need to enter registration number or roll number and date of birth or password. The scorecard is released few days after the declaration of result. The hard copy of the result is not sent to candidates post.

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Q:   When IBPS RRB Clerk Prelims result was announced?

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IBPS RRB Clerk prelims result 2024 was announced on September 27, 2024 by IBPS. The result was announced on the official website. However, the direct link to check the result  provided on this page. To download the result, candidates need to enter registration number or roll number and date of birth or password. The hard copy of the result is not sent to candidates by post.

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Q:   What was the difficulty level of IBPS RRB PO 2024 prelims exam?

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IBPS RRB PO 2024 prelims exam carried questions from two subjects-Reasoning and Quantitative Aptitude. The total marks allotted to the test are 80. The duration of the test was 45 minutes. There were no sectional timings in the exam. According to students, the overall difficulty level of the exam was easy to moderate. The Quant section was easy, whereas, the Reasoning section was moderate. Questions asked in the exam were based on the syllabus.

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Q:   What was the difficulty level of IBPS RRB Clerk 2024 exam?

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The overall difficulty level of the exam was easy to moderate. The Reasoning section was moderate and the Quant section was easy. The test paper carries a total of 80 questions. The subjects included in the prelims exam are Reasoning and Quantitative Aptitude. The test paper carried a total of 80 marks.

SectionsDifficulty LevelGood Attempts
Reasoning AbilityModerate32-35
Quantitative Aptitude Easy to Moderate30-33
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Q:   When IBPS RRB prelims admit card 2024 was released?

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IBPS RRB PO prelims admit card 2024 has been released on July 24, 2024. IBPS RRB Clerk admit card 2024 was released on August 2. The admit card was released on the official website-ibps.in. The prelims admit card is released for all the registered candidates. To download IBPS RRB admit card for prelims exam, candidates need to enter registration number or roll number and date of birth or password. The hard copy of the admit card is not sent to candidates by post.

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What is IBPS RRB Recruitment?

IBPS RRB is a national-level banking exam conducted every year by the Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) for candidates who aspire to join the Regional Rural Bank (RRBs). Recruitment is carried out for the following Group A and B posts.

Post Name Post Name
Office Assistant Marketing Manager
Treasury Manager  Officers Scale I
Banking Officer Scale-II Agriculture Officer (Grade-II)
Law Officer (Grade-II) Chartered Accountant (Grade-II)
IT Officer (Grade-II) Officer (Grade III)

For Officer level posts, candidates are selected based on a preliminary exam, mains/single-level exam, and interview. For Office Assistant (Multipurpose)/Clerk post, candidates are selected based on preliminary and mains exams. Candidates provisionally shortlisted are allotted to one of the participating RRBs based on the number of vacancies and merit-cum-preference.

Aspirants must also read about National Recruitment Agency (NRA). The organisation has been formed by the Union Cabinet to conduct a Common Eligibility Test (CET) to appoint candidates in Non-Technical and Non-Gazetted Group B and C posts under SSC, RRB, and IBPS. NRA CET will serve as a screening/preliminary exam for subsequent stages of the selection process. NRA will only conduct the Prelims/Tier-I exam, while the other stages of selection will be conducted by the respective examination bodies.

Also Read: Private Sector Bank Recruitment in India

What are Regional Rural Banks?

Regional Rural Banks or RRBs are the scheduled commercial government banks operating at the regional level in different states of India. RRBs have been created with a view of serving primarily the rural population by providing banking and financial services. The roles and responsibilities of RRBs are given below:

  • Providing banking services to rural and semi-urban areas
  • Carrying out activities such as disbursement of wages of MGNREGA workers, distribution of pensions, etc.
  • Providing facilities such as locker, debit and credit cards, mobile banking, internet banking, UPI, etc.

IBPS RRB Notification 2024

IBPS RRB 2024 notification was released on June 7, 2024, to recruit eligible banking aspirants for Office Assistant (Clerk) and Officers Scale I, II and III in different Regional Rural Banks (RRBs). The short notification is available now. IBPS RRB notification PDF comprises details such as eligibility criteria, online form, vacancies, selection process, exam centres, pattern, syllabus, etc.

Download here IBPS RRB 2024 Notification

IBPS RRB Participating Banks

The purpose of conducting the IBPS RRB exam is to recruit candidates to the post of Officers Scale I, II, III, and Office Assistant to the different Gramin banks of the country. A total of 43 RRBs are participating in the recruitment process of IBPS RRB. Given below is the list of IBPS RRB participating banks.

Name of RRBs State / UT

Andhra Pradesh Grameena Vikas Bank

Telangana

Andhra Pragathi Gramin Bank

Andhra Pradesh

Arunachal Pradesh Rural Bank

Arunachal Pradesh

Aryavart Bank

Uttar Pradesh

Assam Gramin Vikash Bank

Assam

Bangiya Gramin Vikash Bank

West Bengal

Baroda Gujarat Gramin Bank

Gujarat

Baroda Rajasthan Kshetriya Gramin Bank

Rajasthan

Baroda U P Bank

Uttar Pradesh

Chaitanya Godavari Grameena Bank

Andhra Pradesh

Chhattisgarh Rajya Gramin Bank

Chhattisgarh

Dakshin Bihar Gramin Bank

Bihar

Ellaquai Dehati Bank

Jammu & Kashmir

Himachal Pradesh Gramin Bank

Himachal Pradesh

J & K Grameen Bank

Jammu & Kashmir

Jharkhand Rajya Gramin Bank

Jharkhand

Karnataka Gramin Bank

Karnataka

Karnataka Vikas Grameena Bank

Karnataka

Kerala Gramin Bank

Kerala

Madhya Pradesh Gramin Bank

Madhya Pradesh

Madhyanchal Gramin Bank

Madhya Pradesh

Maharashtra Gramin Bank

Maharashtra

Manipur Rural Bank

Manipur

Meghalaya Rural Bank

Meghalaya

Mizoram Rural Bank

Mizoram

Nagaland Rural Bank

Nagaland

Odisha Gramya Bank

Odisha

Paschim Banga Gramin Bank

West Bengal

Prathama UP Gramin Bank

Uttar Pradesh

Puduvai Bharathiar Grama Bank

Puducherry

Punjab Gramin Bank

Punjab

Rajasthan Marudhara Gramin Bank

Rajasthan

Saptagiri Grameena Bank

Andhra Pradesh

Sarva Haryana Gramin Bank

Haryana

Saurashtra Gramin Bank

Gujarat

Tamil Nadu Grama Bank

Tamil Nadu

Telangana Grameena Bank

Telangana

Tripura Gramin Bank

Tripura

Utkal Grameen Bank

Odisha

Uttar Bihar Gramin Bank

Bihar

Uttarakhand Gramin Bank

Uttarakhand

Uttarbanga Kshetriya Gramin Bank

West Bengal

Vidharbha Konkan Gramin Bank

Maharashtra

Q:   What is the job profile of IBPS RRB Officer?

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The job responsibilities of IBPS RRB Officer are given below:

  • Customer Dealing
  • Bank Retail Operations
  • Loan Documentations
  • Verifying Cash and Payment Transactions
  • Maintaining Important Data and Files
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Q:   What is the career growth of IBPS RRB Officers Scale 1?

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IBPS RRB Officers Scale 1 is on probation for two years. After its completion, candidates are promoted to Assistant Manager. The career growth of IBPS RRB Officer Scale 1 is mentioned below:

  • IBPS RRB Officer Scale I (PO) 
  • Assistant Manager  
  • Deputy Manager
  • Branch Manager
  • Senior Branch Manager
  • Chief Manager
  • Assistant General Manager
  • Deputy General Manager  
  • General Manager
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Q:   Where can I get IBPS RRB mock test?

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The official mock test of IBPS RRB is released on the official website. To take the IBPS RRB mock test, candidates need to enter the required credentials. IBPS RRB mock test acquaint candidates with the pattern of actual test. Attempting mock tests help candidates to improve their speed and accuracy. Mock tests also help candidates to analyse their preparation for the exam.

 

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Q:   How many candidates register and apply for IBPS RRB exam?

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A total of 7.56 lakh candidates had registered for Office Assistant post, out of which 5.33 lakh candidates had appeared for the IBPS RRB exam. For Officers post, a total of 5.74 lakh candidates had applied for the IBPS RRB exam and 4.36 lakh candidates had appeared for the exam.

ExamsRegistered (In Lakh)Appeared (In Lakh)

IBPS RRB

Office Assistant: 7.76

Officers: 5.74

Office Assistant: 5.33

Officers: 4.36

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Q:   When IBPS RRB notification 2024 was released?

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The short notification for IBPS RRB 2024 exam was released on May 5, 2024. The detailed notification was released on June 7, 2024. IBPS RRB notification was released in PDF form and comprises information related to the exam dates, vacancies, participating banks, pattern, and syllabus. IBPS RRB is a national-level banking exam for recruitment of Group A-Officers (Scale-I, II & III) and Group B-Office Assistant (Multipurpose). Depending on the vacancies as per the business needs of the Regional Rural Banks, candidates shortlisted are provisionally allotted to one of the Regional Rural Banks keeping in view the merit-cum-preference.

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Q:   Why is IBPS RRB exam conducted?

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Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) conducts IBPS RRB exam for recruitment to the Regional Rural Banks (RRBs) or Gramin Banks. IBPS organises the RRB CWE Exam every year for the recruitment to the posts of Officers Scale 1, 2, 3 and Office Assistant. The exam is conducted online. IBPS is fully responsible for conducting RRB Common Written Exam (CWE). For the post of Office Assistant (Multipurpose) the examination is conducted in two phases i.e.  preliminary and mains. For the post of Officers Scale 1, the exam is conducted in three phases-prelims , mains and interview. For the post of Officers Scale 2 and 3, the exam is conducted in two phases single online exam and interview. In recent years, the level of competition for IBPS RRB exams has spurt exponentially. Graduates from any field of study can attempt this exam. 

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IBPS RRB 2024 Exam Dates & Schedule

Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of IBPS RRB 2024 exam

DatesUpcoming Exam Dates

06 Oct '24

IBPS RRB 2024 Clerk Mains Exam Date

ONGOING
DatesPast Exam Dates

29 Sep '24

IBPS RRB 2024 Single Online Exam

29 Sep '24

IBPS RRB 2024 PO Mains Exam Date

13 Sep '24

IBPS RRB PO Prelims Result 2024

Highlights of IBPS RRB Recruitment

Some of the highlights of IBPS RRB exam are explained in the infographic below:

Exam Particulars Exam Details

Exam Name

IBPS RRB 

Conducting Body

Institute of Banking Personnel Selection 

Exam Level

Graduate level exam at the national level

Exam Frequency

Once a year

Mode of Exam

Online

Total Registrations

Office Assistant: 7.76 (In 2021-22)

Officers: 5.74 (In 2021-22)

Post Offered

Officers Scale I, II, III and Office Assistant (Multipurpose)

Exam Fees

INR 850 for General and OBC candidates

INR 175 for SC/ST/PWD categories

Exam Duration

Prelims: 45 minutes

Mains: 2 hours and 2 Hours 30 Minutes for Specialist Cadre

No. of Papers and Total Marks

Prelims: Two (80 Marks)

Mains: Five (200) 

Interview for Officers Scale I, II and III: 100

Total Questions

Prelims: 80

Mains: 200

Marking Scheme

1/4 of the marks assigned to that question are deducted as penalty

Language/Medium of Exam

English, Hindi and other regional languages

No. of Test Cities

Prelims: 170 cities

Mains: 70 cities

IBPS official website

https://www.ibps.in/

Also Read: IBPS RRB recruitment

IBPS RRB Latest News

September 13: IBPS RRB PO Prelims Result 2014 announced

IBPS RRB Selection Process

The complete selection process of IBPS RRB is given below:

IBPS RRB Online Form

To appear for the exam, candidates need to first fill IBPS RRB application form online on the official website. The application fee which can be paid online is INR 850 for General and OBC candidates and it is INR 175 for SC/ST/PWD categories.

Release of IBPS Admit Card

Separate admit cards are released for preliminary, mains/single level exams, and interviews. IBPS RRB admit card is released online on the official website. To download IBPS RRB admit card, candidates need to enter the registration number or roll number and date of birth or password. The hard copy of the admit card is not sent to candidates by post. The admit card is a mandatory document without which candidates are not allowed to appear in the exam. The steps to download IBPS RRB admit card are given below:

  • Visit the official website of IBPS
  • Click 'IBPS RRB admit card' link on the home page
  • Enter the required credentials
  • IBPS RRB admit card appears on the screen
  • Download the admit card and take its printout

IBPS RRB Exam

The preliminary, mains, and single-level exams are held online across various cities spread throughout the country and in multiple shifts.

IBPS RRB Result Declaration

IBPS RRB result is released online on the official website. To check the IBPS RRB result, candidates need to login with registration number or roll number and date of birth or password. The scorecard and IBPS RRB cut off are released a few days after the declaration of the result. 

IBPS RRB Final Selection

For Office Assistant (Multipurpose)/Clerk post, provisional allotment of candidates is done based on the mains exam only. The final selection for Officers Scale I post is done based on the mains exam and interview. Provisional allotment to the post of Officers Scale II and III is done based on the performance of candidates in the single-level exam and interview. 

IBPS RRB Exam Centres

IBPS RRB exam centres are the cities where prelims and mains exams are conducted. The preliminary exam of IBPS RRB is conducted in more than 170 cities while the mains exam is conducted in more than 70 cities. Candidates need to enter their preferences for exam cities while filling the application form. The details regarding IBPS RRB exam centres are mentioned in the admit card.

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Q:   What are the allowances offered to IBPS RRB?

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The allowances offered to IBPS RRB Officers are given below.

Dearness Allowance

46.5% of the basic pay.

House Rent Allowance

For Rural Areas: 5% of the basic pay

For Semi-urban Areas: 7.5% of the basic pay

For Urban Areas: 10% of the basic pay

Special Allowances

7.75% of the basic pay.

 

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Q:   What are the perks offered to IBPS RRB Officers?

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The perks offered to IBPS RRB Officers are given below.

  • Travel Allowances: Candidates are offered travelling allowance or reimbursement of the money spent on petrol/diesel.
  • Leased Accommodation: Banks mostly provide their employees either a bank quarter to stay in or gives an option to lease a house for which the bank is accountable for providing the rent.
  • Medical Reimbursement: The banks also provide a fixed amount to their employees for medical treatment.
  • Pension Schemes
  • Miscellaneous
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Q:   What are the criteria for shortlisting candidates for the interview?

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IBPS RRB exam is conducted to select candidates for the post of Officers Scale 1, 2 and 3, 2024. The interview is conducted for the post of Officers Scale 1, 2 and 3. The selection of candidates for the interview is done based on the performance in the mains. The marks obtained in the prelims exam are not counted to select candidates for the interview. 

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Q:   What is the selection process for IBPS RRB?

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IBPS RRB selection process comprises prelims exam, Mains exam and interview. However, the selection process is different for different posts. The selection process for different posts is given below:

Officers Scale 1: The selection process for this post comprises prelims exam, Mains exam and interview

Officers Scale 2 and 3: The selection process for this post comprises single online exam and interview

Office Assistant: The selection process comprises prelims and Mains exams

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IBPS RRB Result 2024

IBPS RRB Clerk prelims result 2024 for the prelims exam was announced on September 27, 2024. To download the result, candidates need to enter the required credentials. IBPS RRB result displays the qualifying status of candidates for the next round of the selection process. The hard copy of the IBPS RRB scorecard is not sent to candidates by post.

How to Download IBPS RRB Result?

The steps to fill download IBPS RRB result are given below:

  • Visit the official website 
  • Click the 'IBPS RRB result link' on the home page
  • On the login page, candidates need to enter registration number or roll number and date of birth or password
  • IBPS RRB result page appears on the screen
  • Download IBPS RRB result and save it

Details in IBPS RRB Result

The details mentioned in IBPS RRB result are given below.

Name of the candidates

Roll number/registration number

Category

Marks scored in each section

Overall marks

IBPS Clerk cut off for each section

Overall cut off marks

-

Also Read:

IBPS RRB PO Scorecard

IBPS RRB Clerk Scorecard

What is normalisation of IBPS RRB Marks?

IBPS RRB score is calculation after following the normalisation formula. The normalisation of marks is done to adjust the difficulty level of the question paper held across various shift. The normalisation of marks is done using the equi-percentile method.

IBPS RRB Toppers Interview

Go through IBPS RRB preparation tips and tricks shared by the topper.

IBPS RRB Topper Preparation Strategy 
Abhishek Chowdhury qualified IBPS RRB exam in 2016
  • There is no alternative to hard work and regular practice
  • Be strong and determined towards your goal
  • Make weakness your strength
  • Attempting mock tests gives you a real-time exam feeling and helps you to handle the exam pressure
  • Study regularly
  • Make a study plan for preparation and follow it strictly

Q:   Which exam is easy to clear IBPS, RRB or IBPS PO?

A:

Both IBPS RRB and IBPS PO are competitive exams and require diligent preparation. However, the difficulty level of the exams can vary based on the individual's strengths and weaknesses. IBPS RRB focuses on rural banking and may have questions related to agriculture and rural economy, while IBPS PO is a more general banking exam. It is best to assess your strengths and weaknesses and choose the exam accordingly. Additionally, it is important to note that clearing any competitive exam requires hard work, dedication, and consistent preparation. IBPS RRB exam is conducted for recruitment in the regional rural banks. IBPS PO recruitment is conducted for recruitment to the nationalised banks. 

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Q:   What is the process for IBPS RRB provisional allotment?

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The total marks allotted for Interview are 100. Minimum qualifying marks in interview is not less than 40 per cent (35 per cent for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD candidates). The relative weightage given to the Mains exam and Interview for the provisional allotment is 80:20 respectively for the Officers cadre. The combined final score of candidates is arrived at on the basis of scores obtained by the Mains for the post of Officers Scale I and in the Single Level Examination for the post of Officers Scale II and III and Interview. Interview score of the candidates failing to secure minimum qualifying marks or otherwise barred from the interview or further process is not disclosed. Candidates should qualify both in the Mains exam and interview and be sufficiently high in the merit to be shortlisted for subsequent provisional allotment process. The provisional allotment is done based on merit-cum-preference. For Officers in Scale I and Office Assistant (Multipurpose), the provisional allotment is restricted within the RRBs of the State opted for.

In the event of two or more candidates having obtained the same score, merit order is decided as per date of birth (the candidate senior in age is placed before/ above the candidate junior in age), as per the prevailing practice

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Q:   What are the stages of IBPS RRB result declaration?

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IBPS RRB result is declared in the following three stages:

IBPS RRB Result for Preliminary Exam

The preliminary exam is conducted for Officers Scale I and Office Assistant posts. The test comprises 80 objective-type questions from Reasoning Ability and Numerical Ability. The total marks allotted to the test are 80. Candidates qualifying the exam by securing the overall and subject-wise cut off marks are selected for the Mains exam. Depending on the number of vacancies, an adequate number of candidates under each category are shortlisted for the Mains exam. 

IBPS RRB Result for Mains/Single Level Exam 

IBPS RRB Mains examination is conducted for Officers Scale I and Office Assistant posts, while the single-level exam is held for Officers Scale II and III. The Mains exam comprises 200 objective type questions from Reasoning Ability, Numerical Ability, General Awareness, English/Hindi Language, and Computer Knowledge. The total marks allotted to the Mains exam are 200. Candidates for the post of Officers Scale I, II, and III are required to obtain a minimum score in each test of mains/single-level exam and in aggregate to be shortlisted for the interview. For Office Assistant (Multipurpose) posts, provisional allotment is done based on the marks obtained in the Mains exam. 

IBPS RRB Interview/Final Result 

Depending on the number of vacancies, candidates three times the number of vacancies are selected for the Interview. Candidates shortlisted in the mains/single level exams for Officers Scale I, II, and III posts are called for the interview. The interview carries a total of 100 marks. The examination authority decides a minimum qualifying mark for the interview. The result of the interview is declared along with the final result. 

The final IBPS RRB result is declared based on the scores of the Mains exam/single level examination and Interview. The relative weightage given to the Mains exam and interview is 80:20. Candidates should qualify both in the mains/single exam and interview and be high in the order of merit to be shortlisted for the provisional allotment process.

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Q:   What is IBPS RRB tie-breaking process and reserve list?

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A reserve list, as per the vacancies, is prepared for each category. In the event where RRBs have announced further vacancies, provisional allotment is carried out from the reserve list. Wherein two or more candidates secure the same score, the merit order is decided as per the date of birth. This means candidates senior in age are placed above the one junior in age.

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IBPS RRB Admit Card 2024

IBPS RRB Clerk mains admit card 2024 is available now. IBPS RRB admit card is released separately for the prelims exam, mains exam and interview. To download IBPS RRB admit card 2024, candidates are required to enter registration number or roll number and date of birth or password. Candidates can download their admit cards till the day of their exams. 

Also Read:

IBPS RRB shift timings

IBPS RRB Exam Day Guidelines

How to Download IBPS Clerk Admit Card 2024?

  • Visit the official website of IBPS
  • Now click on the ‘CRP RRBs’ on the side button
  • Click the link ‘Click here to download Online Preliminary Exam Call Letter for CRP RRB XI Office Assistant & Officers Scale 1'
  • Enter registration number or roll number and date of birth or password
  • IBPS RRB clerk admit card
  • Take print for future reference

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Q:   What is the process to download IBPS RRB admit card?

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IBPS RRB admit card is released online on the official website for different stages of exam. IBPS RRB PO admit card is released for prelims exam, Mains exam and interview. IBPS RRB Clerk admit card is released for prelims and Mains exams. IBPS RRB admit card for SO is released for single online exam and interview. To download IBPS RRB admit card for different stages, candidates need to enter registration number or roll number and date of birth or password. The steps to download IBPS RRB admit card 2023 are given below:

  • Visit the official website of IBPS
  • Click the 'IBPS RRB admit card' link on the home page
  • Candidates need to enter registration number or roll number and date of birth or password
  • IBPS RRB admit card appears on the screen
  • Download the admit card and take its printout
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Q:   What photo-identity proofs can I carry to the IBPS RRB exam centre?

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In order to appear for IBPS RRB exam, candidates need to carry one photo-identity proof to the exam centre.  Candidates must bring valid photo identity proof such as PAN Card/Passport/ Permanent Driving License/Voter’s Card with photograph/Bank Passbook with photograph/Photo Identity proof with photograph issued by a Gazetted Officer (on official letterhead)/Photo Identity proof issued by a People’s Representative along with a photograph (on official letterhead)/Identity Card issued by a recognised College/ University/Aadhar/E-Aadhar Card with a photograph / Bar Council Identity card with photograph /Employee ID). Ration Card and Learner’s Driving License are not accepted as valid ID proof. Along with the photo-identity proof, candidates need to bring two passport-size photographs.

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Q:   What are the details printed on IBPS RRB admit card?

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IBPS RRB admit card comprises all the necessary information related to the exam. The admit card is an important document without which candidates are not allowed to appear for the exam. Along with the admit card, candidates need to carry one photo-identity proof and two passport-size photographs. The following details are printed on IBPS RRB admit card:

Stage of exam

Roll number

User ID

Name and address

Registration number

Venue code

Date of exam

Reporting time 

IBPS RRB exam centre address

Scanned photograph and signature

Space to affix photograph

Space for signature

Space for invigilator's signature

Exam day guidelines

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Q:   What are the details required to download IBPS RRB admit card?

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To download the admit card, candidates need to enter certain credentials. The admit card can be downloaded by entering registration number or roll number and date of birth or password. The hard copy of the admit card is not sent to candidates by post. IBPS RRB admit card is an important document without which candidates are not allowed to appear for the exam.

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IBPS RRB Exam Analysis 2024

IBPS RRB Clerk 2024 mains was conducted successfully. The mains exam was conducted for the qualified candidates of the prelims exam. According to the students, the overall difficulty level of the IBPS RRB Clerk was moderate. The difficulty level of the Reasoning section was moderate, English Language/Hindi Language was easy to moderate, Numerical Ability was moderate, Computer Knowledge section was easy and General Awareness section was moderate.

IBPS RRB Clerk Mains Exam Analysis 2024: Overall Difficulty

The overall difficulty level of IBPS RRB Clerk exam is given below.

Section  Difficulty Level

Reasoning Ability

Moderate

Numerical Ability

Moderate

General Awareness

Moderate

English/Hindi Language*

Easy to Moderate

Computer Knowledge

Easy

Total

Moderate

IBPS RRB Prelims Exam Analysis 2024

The prelims exam analysis for IBPS RRB PO and IBPS RRB Clerk is given below.

IBPS RRB Clerk Prelims Exam Analysis 2024

The overall difficulty level of the exam was easy to moderate. The Reasoning section was moderate and the Quant section was easy.

Sections Difficulty Level Good Attempts
Reasoning Ability Moderate 32-35
Quantitative Aptitude  Easy to Moderate 30-33

Watch IBPS RRB Clerk 2024 Student Reaction

IBPS RRB PO Prelims Exam Analysis 2024

IBPS RRB PO prelims exam analysis 2024 is available now. The overall difficulty level of the exam was easy to moderate. Going through the IBPS RRB exam analysis, candidates can check the number of good attempts, section-wise difficulty level, overall difficulty level, topic-wise distribution of questions, and memory-based questions. The overall difficulty level of the exam is given below.

Sections Difficulty Level Number of Good Attempts
Reasoning  Moderate 32-35
Quantitative Aptitude Easy 25-27
Overall Easy to Moderate 55-62

Watch the IBPS RRB PO student reaction video below.

IBPS RRB Previous Year's Exam Analysis

The difficulty level of IBPS RRB Clerk mains exam was moderate. The mains exam carried questions from Reasoning Ability, Numerical Ability, General Awareness, English/Hindi Language and Computer Knowledge. The maximum number of marks allotted to the test is 200.

IBPS RRB PO mains exam 2023 was conducted on September 10, 2023. The overall difficulty level of the exam was moderate. IBPS RRB Clerk prelims exam paper was easy to moderate in terms of difficulty level. The Maths section was moderate whereas the Reasoning section was easy. Maximum questions from Maths were asked from DI and Simplification. Questions in Reasoning were asked from Number Series, Seating Arrangement, and Inequality.

IBPS RRB PO Prelims Student Reaction

IBPS RRB PO Prelims Exam Analysis 2023

The overall difficulty level of the IBPS RRB PO prelims exam was easy to moderate. The Quant section was moderate while the Reasoning section was easy. Questions from Reasoning section were asked from puzzles, seating arrangement, syllogism, etc. Questions from Maths section were asked from boat and stream, DI, etc. Candidates can check below IBPS RRB PO review by students.

 

Q:   Is IBPS RRB exam tough?

A:
The difficulty level of the IBPS RRB exam can vary from one year to another and also between different shifts or sessions of the same exam. The difficulty level depends on individual strengths, preparation, and familiarity with the topics covered in the syllabus. Some candidates may find the exam relatively easy if they have thoroughly prepared and practiced well in all subjects. On the other hand, for candidates who did not adequately prepared or face challenges in certain topics, the exam might seem tough.
IBPS RRB exams are designed to assess the candidates' aptitude and knowledge in various areas relevant to banking and rural banking operations. It is essential to have a strong grasp of the syllabus and to practice with previous years' question papers and mock tests to gain confidence and improve performance. The difficulty level vary based on the preparation and understanding of the subjects. It is important to prepare well for the exam.
 
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Q:   Which exam is easy to clear IBPS, RRB or IBPS PO?

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Both IBPS RRB and IBPS PO are competitive exams and require diligent preparation. However, the difficulty level of the exams can vary based on the individual's strengths and weaknesses. IBPS RRB focuses on rural banking and may have questions related to agriculture and rural economy, while IBPS PO is a more general banking exam. It is best to assess your strengths and weaknesses and choose the exam accordingly. Additionally, it is important to note that clearing any competitive exam requires hard work, dedication, and consistent preparation. IBPS RRB exam is conducted for recruitment in the regional rural banks. IBPS PO recruitment is conducted for recruitment to the nationalised banks. 

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Q:   What was the difficulty level of IBPS RRB PO 2024 prelims exam?

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IBPS RRB PO 2024 prelims exam carried questions from two subjects-Reasoning and Quantitative Aptitude. The total marks allotted to the test are 80. The duration of the test was 45 minutes. There were no sectional timings in the exam. According to students, the overall difficulty level of the exam was easy to moderate. The Quant section was easy, whereas, the Reasoning section was moderate. Questions asked in the exam were based on the syllabus.

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Q:   Is IBPS RRB Clerk mains easy?

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The overall difficulty level of the IBPS RRB paper in 2023 was rated easy to moderate. The table shows the approximate number of questions in each section with difficulty level. The Mains exam pattern is given below.

Section No. of QuestionsMaximum MarksDuration 

Reasoning Ability

40 

50

2 hours

Numerical Ability

40

50

General Awareness

40

40

English/Hindi Language*

40

40

Computer Knowledge

40

20

Total

200 

200 

 

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IBPS RRB Application Form 2024

IBPS RRB application form 2024 was released on June 7, 2024. The application fee could be paid online only. The application form comprises several parts and applicants were required to complete all the parts successfully.

How to Apply Online for IBPS RRB?

The steps to fill IBPS RRB application form are given below:

  • Visit the official website of IBPS
  • Register using your mobile number, name, father's name, and email ID
  • Registration ID and password are generated
  • Upload scanned photograph and signature
  • Fill in basic details, educational qualification, and work experience
  • Select preferences of Regional Rural Banks
  • Review the details before final submission
  • Upload IBPS RRB handwritten declaration and left thumb impression
  • Select the mode of payment and pay the application fees

How to fill IBPS RRB Application Form 2024?

 

Q:   What is the application fee for the IBPS RRB exam?

A:

The application fee for IBPS RRB exam is INR 850 for General and OBC candidates and INR 175 for SC/ST/PWD categories. Applicants need to pay the application fee online only. The payment can be made by using Debit Cards (RuPay/Visa/MasterCard/Maestro), Credit Cards, Internet Banking, IMPS, Cash Cards/ Mobile Wallets. After final submission, an additional page of the online application form is displayed wherein candidates may follow the instructions and fill in the requisite details. If the online transaction is not successfully completed then candidates are advised to login again with their provisional registration number and password and pay the application fees/intimation charges online. On successful completion of the transaction, an e-receipt is generated. Candidates are required to take a printout of the e-receipt and online application form
containing fee details. 

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Q:   When IBPS RRB 2025 application form will be released?

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IBPS RRB 2025 application form will be released in June 7. Interested candidates are required to fill the application form online. The application fee is INR 850 for General and OBC candidates and INR 175 for SC/ST/PWD categories. Candidates are not required to send the hard copy of their application forms. IBPS RRB application form is released to fill up vacancies for the posts of Officers Scale 1, 2, 3 and Office Assistant. Before filling the application form, candidates must ascertain that they fulfill the eligibility criteria laid down by the examination authority for IBPS RRB exam.

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Q:   What is IBPS RRB handwritten declaration?

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IBPS RRB handwritten declaration is a text that candidates need to write in their own handwriting to declare that the details provided in the application form are correct and valid. The handwritten declaration should be written in English Language only. If IBPS find the IBPS RRB Handwritten Declaration inappropriate or written by anybody else or in any other language or in the capital letter, the application will be considered invalid and cancelled. The file size of IBPS RRB handwritten declaration should be between 50 to 100 kb and dimension should be between 800 x 400 pixels. The text for IBPS RRB handwritten declaration is given below:

“I,   (Name of the candidate), hereby declare that all the information submitted by me in the application form is correct, true, and valid. I will present the supporting documents as and when required."

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Q:   How to fill IBPS RRB application form?

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IBPS RRB application form needs to be filled online. The application fee for the exam is accepted online only. The application process comprises different steps which candidates need to complete successfully or else their application forms will be rejected. The steps to fill IBPS RRB application form are given below:

  • Applicants need to visit the official website of IBPS
  • They need to click the ‘IBPS RRB Apply Online Link’ on the home page
  •  Candidates need to first register for the exam by entering the basic details
  • After registration, registration ID and password are generated
  • Candidates need to upload the scanned photograph and signature
  • Candidates need to proceed towards filling the detailed application form
  • After filling the detailed application form, candidates need to preview and submit the same
  • Candidates need to upload left thumb impression and handwritten declaration
  • They need to pay the application fees and take the printout of the fee transaction receipt
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IBPS RRB Eligibility Criteria 2024

IBPS prescribed the IBPS RRB eligibility criteria in terms age limit, nationality and educational qualification. The eligibility criteria of IBPS RRB is given below.

Parameters Specifications
Age Limit as on 01.06.2024

Office Assistant/Clerk: 18 to 28 years

Officers Scale I: Above 18 and below 30 years

Officer Scale II: Above 21 and below 32 years

Officer Scale III: Above 21 and below 40 years

Note: Relaxation in age is provided to candidates belonging to reserved categories

Educational Qualification  The educational qualification is different for different posts. However, the basic educational qualification is graduation
Local Language Proficiency  Candidates applying in any particular RRB are required to possess proficiency in the local language of the State/UT, in which the same is situated

Q:   What is IBPS RRB eligibility criteria?

A:

IBPS RRB eligibility criteria is prescribed by the examination authority separately for different posts. The basic educational qualification for IBPS RRB exam is graduation. However, the educational qualification vary post-wise. The post-wise age limit for IBPS RRB exam is given below:

For Officer Scale- III (Senior Manager): Above 21 years-Below 40 years i.e. candidatesshould not have been born earlier than 03.06.1983 and later than 31.05.2002 (both dates inclusive)
For Officer Scale- II (Manager): Above 21 years - Below 32 years i.e. candidatesshould not have been born earlier than 03.06.1991 and later than 31.05.2002 (both dates inclusive)
For Officer Scale- I (Assistant Manager): Above 18 years - Below 30 years i.e. candidates should not have been born earlier than 03.06.1993 and later than 31.05.2005 (both dates inclusive)
For Office Assistant (Multipurpose): Between 18 years and 28 years i.e. candidates should not have been born earlier than 02.06.1995 and later than 01.06.2005 (both dates inclusive)

The upper age limit is relaxed for candidates belonging to reserved categories.

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Q:   What is IBPS RRB age limit?

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IBPS RRB age limit for different posts is given below:

For Officer Scale-III (Senior Manager): Candidates must be above 21 years and below 40 years, i.e. candidates should not have been born earlier than July 3rd 1981 and later than May 31st 2000 (both dates inclusive)

For Officer Scale-II (Manager): Candidates must be above 21 years  and below 32 years, i.e. candidates should not have been born earlier than July 3rd 1989 and later than May 31st 2000 (both dates inclusive).

For Officer Scale-I (Assistant Manager): The age of candidates should be above 18 years and below 30 years, i.e. candidates should not have been born earlier than July 3rd 1991 and later than May 31st, 2003 (both dates inclusive).

For Office Assistant (Multipurpose): The age limit prescribed for this post is between 18 years and 28 years, i.e. candidates should not have been born earlier than July 2nd 1993 and later than July 1st, 2003 (both dates inclusive).

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Q:   What is the nationality requirement for applying for IBPS RRB positions?

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The nationality prescribed for IBPS RRB exam is given below:

  • A citizen of India
  • A subject of Nepal
  • A subject of Bhutan
  • A Tibetan Refugee who came over to India before 1st January 1962 intending to settle in India permanently
  • A person of Indian origin who has migrated from Pakistan, Burma, East African countries of Kenya, Uganda, the United Republic of Tanzania (formerly Tanganyika and Zanzibar), Zambia, Malawi, Zaire, Ethiopia and Vietnam with the intention of permanently settling in India.
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Q:   What is IBPS RRB eligibility for Scale 2 and 3 officers?

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For Officers Scale 2, the age of candidates should be above 21 years and below 40 years. For Officer Scale-II- Candidates should be above 21 years old and below 32 years old. For Officer Scale- I- Candidates should be above 18 years old and below 30 years old. The educational qualification prescribed for the exam is graduation.

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IBPS RRB Exam Pattern 2024

IBPS RRB exam pattern comprises prelims, mains, and interview. The interview phase is not applicable for candidates applying to the post of Office Assistant. It is only applicable for Officers Scale I, II, and III posts. The structure of IBPS RRB exam pattern is given below.

IBPS RRB Prelims Exam Pattern for Office Assistant

Section  No. of Questions Maximum Marks Duration
Reasoning Ability 40  40 45 minutes
Numerical Ability 40 40
Total 80  80   

IBPS RRB Prelims Exam Pattern for Officers Scale I

Name No. of Questions Maximum Marks Duration
Reasoning Ability 40  40 45 minutes
Quantitative Aptitude 40 40
Total 80  80 

IBPS RRB Mains Exam Pattern for Office Assistant

Section  No. of Questions Maximum Marks Duration 
Reasoning Ability 40  50 2 hours
Numerical Ability 40 50
General Awareness 40 40
English/Hindi Language* 40 40
Computer Knowledge 40 20
Total 200  200   

IBPS RRB Mains Exam Pattern for Officers Scale I

Name No. of Questions Maximum Marks Duration
Reasoning 40  50 2 hours
Quantitative Aptitude 40 50
General Awareness 40 40
English/Hindi Language* 40 40
Computer Knowledge 40 20
Total 200 200  

IBPS RRB Interview

The Interview is conducted for the posts of Officers Scale I, II, and III. The interview is co-ordinated by nodal Regional Rural banks with the help of NABARD. The marks allotted to the interview are 100. The marks obtained in the interview are taken into consideration for final merit list.

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Q:   Which types of questions will be asked in the IBPS RRB PO interview?

A:

The IBPS RRB PO interview typically include questions related to your education, work experience, and your motivation for wanting to work in the banking sector. They may also ask about your knowledge of the banking industry and current events, as well as your ability to handle pressure and work in a team. Some specific questions that are asked in IBPS RRB PO interview are given below:

  • Why do you want to work in banking?
  • What relevant experience do you have for this role?
  • Can you tell us about a time when you had to handle a difficult situation at work?
  • How do you stay updated on current events and industry developments?
  • How do you handle stress and pressure in the workplace?
  • Can you give an example of a time when you had to work in a team to achieve a goal?
  • How do you plan to balance the demands of this role with your personal life?
    It would be best if you prepared yourself well before attending the interview.
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Q:   What is IBPS RRB pattern?

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IBPS RRB exam pattern highlights the overall structure of the exam such as marking scheme, total marks, number of sections, duration of exam, etc.. Before beginning with the preparation, candidates must go through IBPS RRB exam pattern thoroughly. As per IBPS RRB exam pattern, the prelims exam is conducted for the posts of Officers Scale 1 and Office Assistant (Multipurpose). The total marks allotted to the test are 80. The mains exam of IBPS RRB is conducted for the posts of Officers Scale 1 and Office Assistant (Multipurpose) and carries 200 marks. The single online exam is conducted for the posts of Officers Scale 2 & 3 . The Interview carries 100 marks and is conducted for the posts of Officers Scale 1, Officers Scale 2 & 3. There is no  interview for the post of Office Assistant (Multipurpose). 

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Q:   In how many languages IBPS RRB exam conducted?

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Besides English and Hindi, IBPS RRB exam is conducted in the regional languages. Candidates can check below the languages of IBPS RRB question paper.

Name of stateLanguages of question papers
Andhra PradeshEnglish, Hindi and Telugu
Arunachal PradeshEnglish and Hindi
AssamEnglish, Hindi, and Assamese
BiharEnglish and Hindi
ChhattisgarhEnglish and Hindi
GujaratEnglish, Hindi, and Gujarati
HaryanaEnglish and Hindi
Jammu & KashmirEnglish, Hindi, and Urdu
Jharkhand English and Hindi
KarnatakaEnglish, Hindi, Kannada and Konkani
KeralaEnglish, Hindi and Malayalam
Madhya PradeshEnglish and Hindi
MaharashtraEnglish, Hindi, Marathi and Konkani
ManipurEnglish, Hindi, and Manipuri
MeghalayaEnglish and Hindi
MizoramEnglish and Hindi
NagalandEnglish and Hindi
OdishaEnglish, Hindi, and Odia
PuducherryEnglish, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu and Malayalam
PunjabEnglish, Hindi and Punjabi
RajasthanEnglish and Hindi
Tamil NaduEnglish, Hindi, and Tamil 
TelanganaEnglish, Hindi, Telugu, and Urdu
TripuraEnglish, Hindi, and Bengali
Uttar PradeshEnglish, Hindi, and Urdu
UttarakhandEnglish and Hindi
West BengalEnglish, Hindi, and Bengali
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Q:   What is IBPS RRB Clerk exam pattern?

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IBPS RRB Clerk exam pattern 2024 is divided into prelims and Mains exams. The prelims exam carries 80 marks. The Mains exam carries 200 marks. There are negative markings in both prelims and Mains exams. For the wrong answer, 1/4 of the marks assigned to that question are deducted as penalty. The structure of IBPS RRB Clerk exam pattern is given below.

IBPS RRB Prelims Exam Pattern

Section 

No. of Questions

Maximum Marks

Duration

Reasoning Ability

40 

40

45 minutes

Numerical Ability

40

40

Total

80 

80 

 

IBPS RRB Mains Exam Pattern

Section 

No. of Questions

Maximum Marks

Duration 

Reasoning Ability

40 

50

2 hours

Numerical Ability

40

50

General Awareness

40

40

English/Hindi Language*

40

40

Computer Knowledge

40

20

Total

200 

200 

 

 

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Q:   What is IBPS RRB PO exam pattern?

A:

IBPS RRB PO exam pattern is given below.

IBPS RRB Prelims Exam Pattern 2024 for Officers Scale I/PO

Name

No. of Questions

Maximum Marks

Duration

Reasoning Ability

40 

40

45 minutes

Quantitative Aptitude

40

40

Total

80 

80 

 

IBPS RRB Mains Exam Pattern 2024 for Officers Scale I/PO

Name

No. of Questions

Maximum Marks

Duration

Reasoning

40 

50

2 hours

Quantitative Aptitude

40

50

General Awareness

40

40

English/Hindi Language*

40

40

Computer Knowledge

40

20

Total

200

200

 
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IBPS RRB Syllabus 2024

IBPS RRB syllabus covers various topics from different subjects. IBPS RRB syllabus varies depending on the specialisation of Officer Scale-II. The prelims exam primarily covers Logical Reasoning and Quantitative Aptitude. The paper carries a total of 80 marks. IBPS RRB mains syllabus comprises topics from Quantitative Aptitude, Logical Reasoning, English/Hindi Language, Financial Knowledge, General Awareness, and Computer Knowledge. The mains exam carries a total of 200 marks.

IBPS RRB Quantitative Aptitude Syllabus

Number System

HCF and LCM

Decimal Fraction

Profit and Loss

Simple Interest

Compound Interest

Time and Work

Time and Distance

Averages

Simplification

Partnership

Percentages

Ratio and Proportion

Averages

Case Studies

Charts and Graphs

Permutation and Combination

Probability

IBPS RRB Reasoning Syllabus

Odd One out

Analogy

Syllogism

Coding-Decoding

Blood Relation

Alphabet Test

Series Test

Number

Ranking and Time

Causes and Effects

Direction Sense Test

Sitting Arrangements

Decision Making

Statement and Assumption

Figure Series

Assertion and Reason

Statement and Conclusion

Word Formation

Statement and Arguments

Statements and Action Courses

Figure Series Test

Miscellaneous Tests

IBPS RRB English Syllabus

Spotting Errors

Commonly Misspelled Words

Jumbled Words

Phrase Substitution

Fill in the Blanks

Jumbled up sentences

Idioms and Phrases

Cloze Tests

Comprehension

One word Substitution

IBPS RRB Hindi Syllabus

Vyakaran

Fill in the Blanks

Mistakes

Paragraphs

IBPS RRB General Awareness Syllabus

Current Affairs

Social Function of Banks

Countries/Currencies

UNO

Indian and International Economy

Marketing

Banking Terms

Awards and Honours

RBI

Sports

Books and Authors

Finance

Fiscal Monetary Policies

Agriculture

Repo and Reverse Repo Rate

History of Banking

IBPS RRB Computer Knowledge Syllabus

Computer Fundamentals

Computer Abbreviations

Software and Hardware Fundamentals

Shortcut Keys

Networking

Basic Knowledge of the Internet

MS Office

History of Computers

Database

Security Tools

History and Future of Computers

Virus, Hacking

 

Q:   What is IBPS RRB syllabus?

A:

IBPS RRB syllabus is given below:

1. Reasoning:

Verbal and Non-Verbal Reasoning

Puzzles

Seating Arrangements

Syllogism

Coding-Decoding

Blood Relations

Alphanumeric Series

Input-Output

Ranking/Direction/Alphabet Test

Data Sufficiency

Inequalities

Decision Making

2. Quantitative Aptitude/Numerical Ability:

Number Series

Simplification/Approximation

Data Interpretation (Tables, Pie Charts, Bar Graphs, Line Graphs, etc.)

Quadratic Equations

Time and Work

Time and Distance

Profit and Loss

Simple and Compound Interest

Ratio and Proportion

Percentage

Averages

Ages

Problems on Ages

Mixtures and Alligations

Probability

3. English/Hindi Language (Language Proficiency):

Reading Comprehension

Cloze Test

Para jumbles

Error Spotting

Sentence Improvement

Fill in the Blanks

Vocabulary (Synonyms, Antonyms, One-word Substitution, etc.)

Grammar

4. General Awareness:

Current Affairs (national and international)

Banking Awareness

Financial Awareness

Static GK (Countries, Capitals, Rivers, etc.)

5. Computer Knowledge (Main Exam only):

Basics of Computers

Operating Systems

Internet

MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Computer Hardware and Software

Networking

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Q:   What is IBPS RRB Syllabus for English Language?

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IBPS RRB English Syllabus assesses candidate's proficiency in English Language including their understanding of grammar, vocabulary, comprehension, etc. To prepare this section, candidates are advised to practice reading, improve vocabulary, and focus on grammatical concepts to perform well in this section. IBPS RRB syllabus for English Language is given below:

  • Reading Comprehension: Questions are asked based on a passage that candidates need to read and understand, followed by answering questions related to the passage.
  • Cloze Test: A passage with certain words missing, and candidates are required to fill in the appropriate words to complete the passage.
  • Para jumbles: Sentences that are jumbled, and candidates need to rearrange them in the correct order to form a coherent paragraph.
  • Error Spotting: Sentences with errors, and candidates have to identify and correct the errors.
  • Sentence Improvement: Sentences with an underlined part, and candidates need to choose the correct option that improves the sentence's grammatical and contextual correctness.
  • Fill in the Blanks: Sentences with blanks, and candidates have to choose the appropriate words to fill in the blanks.
  • Vocabulary: Synonyms, Antonyms, and One-word Substitution.
  • Grammar: Basic grammar rules and concepts, such as tenses, verbs, nouns, pronouns, adjectives, etc.
 
 
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Q:   What is IBPS RRB Syllabus for Reasoning?

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IBPS RRB Reasoning syllabus evaluates the candidate's logical and analytical reasoning skills. To perform well in this section, candidates should practice previous years' question papers and attempt mock tests. IBPS RRB syllabus for Reasoning is given below:

  • Verbal and Non-Verbal Reasoning: Questions are asked based on verbal and non-verbal patterns, series, analogies, etc.
  • Puzzles: Different types of puzzles are asked in the exam such as seating arrangement, floor puzzles, box-based puzzles, etc.
  • Seating Arrangements: Linear, Circular, or Rectangular seating arrangements.
  • Syllogism: Questions are asked based on deductive reasoning using statements and conclusions.
  • Coding-Decoding: Coding and decoding of words or phrases based on given patterns.
  • Blood Relations: Questions related to family relations and family tree.
  • Alphanumeric Series: Questions are based on a mixture of alphabets and numbers.
  • Input-Output: Questions involving input and output arrangement are based on certain rules.
  • Ranking/Direction/Alphabet Test: Questions are asked related to ranking of individuals, direction sense, and alphabetic arrangements.
  • Data Sufficiency: Questions are asked to test the candidate's ability to determine whether the given data is sufficient to answer a particular question.
  • Inequalities: Questions are based on comparing quantities using different mathematical symbols.
  • Decision Making: Questions are based on decision making and problem-solving scenarios.
 
 
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Q:   What is IBPS RRB Syllabus for General Awareness?

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IBPS RRB syllabus for General Awareness comprises questions based on the last one year or six months’ events. IBPS RRB syllabus for General Awareness is given below:

  • Current Affairs
  • State Current Affairs
  • International Current Affairs
  • Banking Awareness
  • Economy
  • Sports News
  • Financial Awareness
  • Govt. Schemes/ Apps
  • Ranks and Reports
  • Defence News
  • Science News
  • Obituaries
  • Static Awareness
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IBPS RRB Cut off 2024

IBPS RRB Clerk 2024 prelims cut off is available now. IBPS RRB cut off was released category-wise and section-wise along with the scorecard. Based on the section-wise and overall cut offs, candidates are selected for the different stages of the selection process.

Previous Years' IBPS RRB Cut off

Candidates can check below IBPS RRB last year cut off. 

IBPS RRB Clerk Prelims Cutoff 2021

State/UT General OBC EWS

Andhra Pradesh

 69.25

 69.25

 69.25

Arunachal Pradesh

 

 

 

Assam

 71

 

 

Bihar

73

73

 

Chhattisgarh

 71

 

 

Gujarat

76.75

76.75

 

Haryana

 75.75

 

 

Himachal Pradesh

 74.25

 

 

Jammu & Kashmir

 72

 

 

Jharkhand

76.25 

 76.25 

 

Karnataka

70.75

70.75

 

Kerala

 77

 

 

Madhya Pradesh

73.75

73.75

 

Maharashtra

72.75

 72.75

 

Manipur

 

 

 

Meghalaya

 

 

 

Mizoram

 

 

 

Nagaland

 

 

 

Odisha

78.5

 

 

Puducherry

 

 

 

Punjab

76.5

 

 

Rajasthan

76.75

76.75

 

Tamil Nadu

 70.5

 70.5

 

Telangana

 69

 69

69

Tripura

 

 

 61.5

Uttar Pradesh

 76.5

76.5

76.5

Uttarakhand

 77.5

 

 

West Bengal

75.75

 

 

IBPS RRB PO Mains Cutoff 2021

State/UT UR OBC EWS ST

Andhra Pradesh

52.50

 

 

 

Arunachal Pradesh

 

 

 

 

Assam

45.75

45.75

 

 

Bihar

56.25

56.25

56.25 

 

Chhattisgarh

48.50

48

 

 

Gujarat

57.25

57.25

 

 

Haryana

59.50

 

 

 

Himachal Pradesh

57.50

48.75 

56.25

 

Jammu & Kashmir

47 

 

 

 

Jharkhand

55

55

 

 

Karnataka

44.75

44.75

 

 

Kerala

57.75

 

47 

 

Madhya Pradesh 

54.25 

54.25

 

41.50  

Maharashtra

53.75 

53.75 

 

49.25 

Mizoram

 

 

 

30

Punjab

60.25

54

 

 

Odisha

58.50

 

 

 

Rajasthan

60.75

 

60.75 

53.50  

Tamil Nadu

50.50

50.50

 

 

Tripura

48

 

 

 

Telangana

51

51 

 

 

Uttar Pradesh

54.50

54.50 

54.50 

45.75 

Uttarakhand

60.75 

 

 

 

West Bengal

56.50

51

53. 25 

 

IBPS RRB Exam Day Guidelines 

Candidates can check below IBPS RRB exam day guidelines:

Reporting Time

  • The reporting time is different for different candidates
  • Candidates are required to report much before the reporting time to avoid crowding
  • Candidates are required to report at least 15 minutes before the reporting time indicated on the admit card
  • Candidates' roll numbers and lab numbers are not displayed outside the exam venue. They are informed individually at the entry gate, post admit card and ID verification

Items permitted inside the exam centre

  • Candidates are required to wear a mask 
  • Candidates can carry a personal transparent water bottle and hand sanitiser of 50 ml
  • Candidates are allowed to carry pen
  • Candidates are required to carry exam-related documents such as admit card, ID card in the original, photocopy of ID Card, etc
  • Candidates are required to submit a health self-declaration
  • The temperature of candidates is checked at the entry gate through thermo guns

Candidate registration

  • Candidates' registrations are done through photo capture
  • Photographs are taken while candidates are standing
  • The seat number is given to the candidate after registration

Rough sheet, call letter and ID proof management

  • Rough sheets are kept at each candidate's desk. No additional rough sheets are provided 
  • The call letter and ID proof copy are required to be dropped in the boxes provided at the exit of lab/venue
  • Candidates are required to drop the rough sheets in the boxes provided at the exit of the lab/venue while leaving the exam centres
  • The drop boxes are different for the rough sheets and call letters

Banned items

  • Any stationery item such as textual material (printed or written), bits of papers, geometry/pencil box, plastic pouch, calculator, scale, writing pad, pen drives, log table, electronic pen/scanner, etc are not allowed inside the exam centre
  • Any communication device such as mobile phone, Bluetooth, earphones, microphones, pager, health band, etc. are not allowed
  • Other items such as sunglasses, handbags, hair-pin, hair-band, belt, cap, etc. are also not allowed
  • All ornament such as ring, earrings, nose-pin, chain/necklace, pendants, badge, brooch, etc. are thoroughly checked
  • Watch, camera, or any metallic item are not allowed
  • Any eatable item opened or packed, water bottle, etc. are not allowed
  • Any other item which could be used for unfair means for hiding communication devices such as camera, bluetooth devices, etc. are not allowed

Iris Scan

Iris is scanned at the exam venue in lieu of a biometric thumb impression due to the COVID-19 situation. The process is given below:

  • Iris of the left eye is captured for all the candidates
  • Candidates are required to remove contact lenses and spectacles while capturing Iris
  • Half feet distance between scanner and eye is maintained

Q:   What was IBPS RRB Clerk prelims Cut off in 2022?

A:

IBPS RRB prelims cut off 2022 announced in 2022 for General category is given below. 

State/UT

General

SC/ST/OBC

EWS

Andhra Pradesh

71

ST- 67.75

 

Assam

64.25

OBC- 61.75
ST- 61.75
SC- 61.25

 

Bihar

70

OBC- 70
SC- 63

70

Chhattisgarh

 

OBC- 67.25
ST- 56

 

Gujarat

72.75 

SC- 71.50 
ST- 68

72.75

Haryana

75.50

SC- 70.50

75.5

Himachal Pradesh

72.25

 

 

Jammu & Kashmir

64.50

 

 

Jharkhand

72.25

OBC- 72.25
ST- 66.75

 

Karnataka

67.25

OBC- 67.25
ST- 65

 

Kerala

76 

 

 

Madhya Pradesh

70.25

ST- 64.25
OBC- 70.25

70.25

Maharashtra

68.25

SC- 68.25
OBC- 68.25

 

Manipur

62.75

 

 

Odisha

77

 

77

Punjab

75.25

 

 

Rajasthan

75

SC- 71.50 
ST- 66.75
OBC- 75

75

Tamil Nadu

61.25

OBC- 68

 

Telangana

61.5 

OBC- 61.25 
ST- 61.50

61.50

Tripura

67

ST- 55

 

Uttar Pradesh

76.50 

OBC- 76

76.50

Uttarakhand

75.50

OBC- 70.75

 

West Bengal

74.75 

OBC- 71.25

72.25

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Q:   How is the cut-off of IBPS RRB calculated?

A:

IBPS RRB cut off is the minimum qualifying marks which candidates need to secure inorder to qualify the exam. IBPS RRB cut off is applied on different sections and overall/total marks. IBPS RRB cut off for the prelims exam is calculated out of 80 marks. IBPS RRB Mains cut off is calculated out of 200 marks. The provisional allotment cut off is calculated out of 100 marks. Candidates securing equal to or more than the cut off marks are declared qualified in each stage of selection process. As the exam is conducted in different shifts, the cut off is calculated after normalising the marks of candidates. Normalisation of IBPS RRB cut off is done to maintain transparency in the examination process.

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Q:   What was IBPS RRB Clerk Final Cut off in 2022?

A:

The table below shows the category-wise and state-wise IBPS RRB Clerk final cut off for 2022. The highest cut off under the General category was announced for Haryana. The cut off announced for this state under General category was 84.13.

State / UT

Category

SC

ST

OBC

EWS

UR

ANDHRA PRADESH

63.47

59.13

68.57

65.41

83.78

ARUNACHAL PRADESH

NA

47.03

NA

NA

61.16

ASSAM

60.75

61.78

65.03

61.85

73.63

BIHAR

67.57

59.22

72.00

66.78

79.91

CHHATTISGARH

65.03

62.53

NA

64.13

75.69

GUJARAT

70.88

58.60

65.53

65.69

76.91

HARYANA

73.60

NA

69.32

68.63

84.13

HIMACHAL PRADESH

65.32

60.94

66.94

68.47

81.22

JAMMU & KASHMIR

59.25

59.88

65.35

60.57

71.60

JHARKHAND

59.35

62.75

67.75

66.28

78.82

KARNATAKA

60.10

58.82

65.57

62.78

74.10

KERALA

58.91

51.60

67.82

67.00

74.66

MADHYA PRADESH

66.41

64.78

70.50

67.16

82.50

MAHARASHTRA

68.32

66.00

71.94

67.35

82.38

MANIPUR

57.10

56.78

NA

NA

64.28

MEGHALAYA

NA

54.75

NA

NA

62.25

MIZORAM

NA

59.75

56.47

NA

59.78

NAGALAND

NA

57.38

NA

NA

59.16

ODISHA

68.32

68.28

70.32

65.57

80.19

PUDUCHERRY

52.82

NA

66.66

NA

67.13

PUNJAB

64.66

NA

68.38

69.13

78.44

RAJASTHAN

68.10

65.28

74.69

68.25

79.75

TAMIL NADU

65.28

55.91

70.44

65.19

81.25

TELANGANA

63.19

62.91

70.63

64.69

74.72

TRIPURA

62.00

55.10

NA

61.60

75.91

UTTAR PRADESH

71.50

60.03

68.91

69.41

81.16

UTTARAKHAND

71.13

61.32

68.78

70.25

77.72

WEST BENGAL

71.13

57.75

76.00

69.78

80.16

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Q:   How to Check IBPS RRB cut off?

A:

IBPS RRB Cut off is released online along with the scorecard. The cut off is applied on the total score and section-wise marks. Based on the cut off marks, candidates are selected for the next round of selection process. Candidates can follow the steps below to check IBPS RRB cut off:

  • Visit the official website-ibps.in
  • Click the cutoff link on the home page
  • The state-wise and category-wise IBPS RRB cutoff PDF opens on a new page
  • Check the cut off marks and save it
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IBPS RRB Preparation Tips

To ace the exam, candidates can follow IBPS RRB preparation tips:

  • Understand the exam pattern and syllabus 
  • Go through the previous years' question papers and syllabus to know the structure of the exam
  • Clear your basic concepts of each and every topic
  • Prepare a study routine and follow it diligently
  • Devote equal time to each subject
  • Study regularly and try to cover the syllabus 
  • Attempt both sectional and full-length mock tests
  • Refer to good study material and IBPS RRB books

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IBPS RRB Books

The best books for IBPS RRB exam are given below for different subjects.

English Language

Name of Books Author Name
High School English Grammar and Composition Wren and Martin
Daily News Paper and Vocabulary The Hindu
Word Power Made Easy Norman Lewis
Objective General English SP Bakshi

Reasoning Ability

Name of Books Author/Publication
A Modern Approach to Verbal and Non Verbal Reasoning R. S Agarwal
A New Approach to Reasoning Verbal and Non-Verbal B. S Sijwali & InduSijwali
Analytical Reasoning MK Pandey
How to Crack Test of Reasoning: In All Competitive Exam Arihant Publication

Quantitative Aptitude

Name of Books Author Name
Magical Book on Quicker Maths M Tyra
Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive Exams R. S Agarwal
Fast Track Objective Arithmetic Rajesh Verma
How to Prepare for Data Interpretation for CAT Arun Sharma

General Awareness

Name of Books Author/Publication
Banking Awareness Arihant Publication
Static General Knowledge Arihant Publication
General Knowledge Lucent
Banking Awareness Handbook of Banking Information N.S Toor

Q:   How do I prepare for the IBPS RRB PO?

A:

The tips and tricks to prepare for IBPS RRB PO exam are given below:

  • Candidates must understand the exam pattern and syllabus of the exam and focus on the areas where they need improvement
  • Candidates must use the credible study materials such as books. Make sure to study from the latest edition of the books and resources to ensure that candidates have the most up-to-date information
  • Take as many mock tests as candidates can. This help candidates understand the exam pattern and time management better
  • Candidates should stay updated on current affairs
  • Regular revision is essential to retain what candidates have learned. Make sure to revise what you have studied every day to ensure that you don't forget it
  • Candidates should stay healthy and take proper rest
  • Candidates must keep a positive approach towards preparation
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Q:   What's the career growth for an IBPS RRB PO?

A:

The career growth for an IBPS RRB PO (Probationary Officer) typically involves promotions to higher positions within the bank. The next level after PO is usually Assistant Manager, followed by Branch Manager, Assistant General Manager, Deputy General Manager, General Manager, and finally, Chief General Manager. The promotions are based on performance, experience, and other criteria set by the bank. With each promotion, the salary, benefits, and responsibilities also increase. 

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Q:   How should I prepare for the IBPS RRB clerk exam?

A:

The tips and tricks to prepare for IBPS RRB Clerk exam are given below:

  • To begin preparation for IBPS RRB Clerk exam, candidates need to first understand the exam pattern and syllabus
  • Candidates should practice previous year question papers to gain understanding regarding the type of questions asked in the exam
  • Candidates should also attempt section-wise and full length mock tests to increase speed and accuracy
  • Candidates must refer to relevant study materials as per the syllabus
  • Candidates should identify their strengths and weaknesses. They should work on improving their weak areas
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Q:   Which are the best books for IBPS RRB exam?

A:

IBPS RRB Books serve as the important part of preparation. Candidates should refer to the books which have covered the entire syllabus and are easy to understand. Candidates must refer to the good books to gain understanding regarding the topics given in the syllabus. Also, the books help candidates to clear the concepts of the topics given in the syllabus. Some of the best books for IBPS RRB exam are given below:

  • IBPS RRB Officer Scale I and Office Assistant (Multipurpose) Recruitment Exam Guide by RPH Editorial Board
  • IBPS RRB Officer Scale I and Office Assistant (Multipurpose) Recruitment Exam by Arihant Experts
  • IBPS RRB Officer Scale I and Office Assistant (Multipurpose) Recruitment Exam Practice Workbook by Disha Experts

 

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IBPS RRB Vacancies 2024

IBPS RRB vacancies are announced along with the notification. A total of 10313 vacancies were announced for IBPS RRB 2024 exam. In 2023, total of 8860 were announced. IBPS RRB 2024 vacancies are given below.

Posts Previous Vacancies Revised Vacancies Revised Vacancies (As on June 27, 2024)

Office Assistants (Multipurpose)

5585

5709

5800

Officer Scale I

3499

3551

3583

Officer Scale-II (Agriculture Officer)

70

70

70

Officer Scale-II (Law)

30

30

30

Officer Scale-II (CA)

60

60

60

Officer Scale-II (IT)

94

104

104

Officer Scale-II (General Banking Officer)

496

496

501

Officer Scale-II (Marketing Officer)

11

11

11

Officer Scale-II (Treasury Manager)

21

21

21

Officer Scale III

129

129

133

Total Vacancies

9995

10181

10313

Q:   How many vacancies have been announced for IBPS RRB 2023 exam?

A:

A total of 9075 vacancies have been announced for IBPS RRB 2023 exam. Initially, the number of vacancies announced for IBPS RRB 2023 exam were 8612. However, the vacancies were revised to 8860. The vacancies were revised again to 9075. The post-wise revised vacancies for IBPS RRB 2023 exam are given below.

Posts

Vacancies 

Office Assistants (Multipurpose)

5650

Officer Scale I

2560

Officer Scale -I (Agriculture Officer)

122

Officer Scale-II (Marketing Officer)

38

Officer Scale-II (Treasury Manager)

16

Officer Scale-II (Law)

56

Officer Scale-II (CA)

64

Officer Scale-II (IT)

106

Officer Scale-II (General Banking Officer)

387

Officer Scale III

76

Total Vacancies

9075

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Q:   How many IBPS RRB vacancies were announced in 2022 for Officers Scale 1?

A:

The state-wise IBPS RRB vacancies announced in 2022 for Officers Scale 1 is given below.


State


Bank


SC


ST


OBC


EWS


Gen


Total

ANDHRA PRADESH

ANDHRA PRAGATHI GRAMEENA BANK

10

5

17

6

26

64

 

ANDHRA PRADESH

CHAITANYA GODAVARI GRAMEENA

BANK

0

0

0

0

0

0

ANDHRA PRADESH

SAPTAGIRI GRAMEENA BANK

5

2

9

3

13

32

ARUNACHAL PRADESH

ARUNACHAL PRADESH RURAL BANK

0

1

2

0

4

7

ASSAM

ASSAM GRAMIN VIKASH BANK

15

8

27

10

41

101

BIHAR

DAKSHIN BIHAR GRAMIN BANK

18

8

32

12

50

120

BIHAR

UTTAR BIHAR GRAMIN BANK

3

1

6

2

13

25

CHHATTISGARH

CHHATTISGARH RAJYA GRAMIN BANK

11

0

28

7

33

79

GUJARAT

BARODA GUJARAT GRAMIN BANK

NR

NR

NR

NR

NR

NR

GUJARAT

SAURASHTRA GRAMIN BANK

15

8

27

10

40

100

HARYANA

SARVA HARYANA GRAMIN BANK

14

7

26

9

43

99

HIMACHAL PRADESH

HIMACHAL PRADESH GRAMIN BANK

7

3

12

4

18

44

JAMMU & KASHMIR

ELLAQUAI DEHATI BANK

2

1

4

1

7

15

JAMMU & KASHMIR

J & K GRAMEEN BANK

10

0

12

4

28

54

JHARKHAND

JHARKHAND RAJYA GRAMIN BANK

4

2

8

2

14

30

KARNATAKA

KARNATAKA GRAMIN BANK

35

17

62

23

94

231

KARNATAKA

KARNATAKA VIKAS GRAMEENA BANK

30

15

34

20

99

198

KERALA

KERALA GRAMIN BANK

13

6

23

8

34

84

MADHYA PRADESH

MADHYA PRADESH GRAMIN BANK

34

17

62

23

95

231

MADHYA PRADESH

MADHYANCHAL GRAMIN BANK

11

8

18

7

44

88

MAHARASHTRA

MAHARASHTRA GRAMIN BANK

15

7

27

10

41

100

MAHARASHTRA

VIDHARBHA KONKAN GRAMIN BANK

25

12

45

17

66

165

MANIPUR

MANIPUR RURAL BANK

0

0

2

0

3

5

MEGHALAYA

MEGHALAYA RURAL BANK

1

0

1

0

2

4

MIZORAM

MIZORAM RURAL BANK

4

0

2

0

0

6

NAGALAND

NAGALAND RURAL BANK

0

2

0

0

0

2

ODISHA

ODISHA GRAMYA BANK

NR

NR

NR

NR

NR

NR

ODISHA

UTKAL GRAMEEN BANK

15

21

11

10

38

95

PUDUCHERRY

PUDUVAI BHARATHIAR GRAMA BANK

0

0

0

0

2

2

PUNJAB

PUNJAB GRAMIN BANK

25

0

27

10

43

105

 

RAJASTHAN

BARODA RAJASTHAN KSHETRIYA

18

9

32

12

49

120

TAMIL NADU

TAMIL NADU GRAMA BANK

0

0

0

0

0

0

 

TELANGANA

ANDHRA PRADESH GRAMEENA VIKAS

BANK

9

4

17

6

29

65

TELANGANA

TELANGANA GRAMEENA BANK

11

6

20

7

30

74

TRIPURA

TRIPURA GRAMIN BANK

5

2

8

3

13

31

UTTAR PRADESH

ARYAVART BANK

15

8

27

10

41

101

UTTAR PRADESH

BARODA UP BANK

NR

NR

NR

NR

NR

NR

UTTAR PRADESH

PRATHAMA UP GRAMIN BANK

6

3

10

4

14

37

UTTARAKHAND

UTTARAKHAND GRAMIN BANK

5

2

8

3

14

32

WEST BENGAL

BANGIYA GRAMIN VIKASH BANK

21

10

38

14

57

140

WEST BENGAL

PASCHIM BANGA GRAMIN BANK

7

4

13

5

21

50

 

WEST BENGAL

UTTARBANGA KSHETRIYA GRAMIN

BANK

3

1

6

2

11

23

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Q:   How many IBPS RRB vacancies were announced in 2022 for Office Assistant?

A:

The state-wise IBPS RRB vacancies announced for Office Assistant is given below.


State


Bank


SC


ST


OBC


EWS


General


Total

ANDHRA PRADESH

ANDHRA PRAGATHI GRAMEENA BANK

3

1

6

2

9

21

ANDHRA PRADESH

CHAITANYA GODAVARI GRAMEENA BANK

0

0

0

0

0

0

ANDHRA PRADESH

SAPTAGIRI GRAMEENA BANK

13

6

22

8

34

83

ARUNACHAL PRADESH

ARUNACHAL PRADESH RURAL BANK

0

5

0

0

5

10

ASSAM

ASSAM GRAMIN VIKASH BANK

31

15

55

20

83

204

BIHAR

DAKSHIN BIHAR GRAMIN BANK

36

16

64

24

100

240

BIHAR

UTTAR BIHAR GRAMIN BANK

22

11

41

15

62

151

CHHATTISGARH

CHHATTISGARH RAJYA GRAMIN BANK

25

29

0

14

66

134

GUJARAT

BARODA GUJARAT GRAMIN BANK

NR

NR

NR

NR

NR

NR

GUJARAT

SAURASHTRA GRAMIN BANK

14

7

25

9

39

94

HARYANA

SARVA HARYANA GRAMIN BANK

32

0

46

17

77

172

HIMACHAL PRADESH

HIMACHAL PRADESH GRAMIN BANK

18

9

32

12

48

119

JAMMU & KASHMIR

ELLAQUAI DEHATI BANK

5

2

9

3

13

32

JAMMU & KASHMIR

J & K GRAMEEN BANK

15

4

10

9

64

102

JHARKHAND

JHARKHAND RAJYA GRAMIN BANK

12

6

22

8

37

85

KARNATAKA

KARNATAKA GRAMIN BANK

17

7

28

10

42

104

KARNATAKA

KARNATAKA VIKAS GRAMEENA BANK

10

5

12

7

35

69

KERALA

KERALA GRAMIN BANK

9

5

16

6

25

61

MADHYA PRADESH

MADHYA PRADESH GRAMIN BANK

66

88

66

44

177

441

MADHYA PRADESH

MADHYANCHAL GRAMIN BANK

16

10

14

12

78

130

MAHARASHTRA

MAHARASHTRA GRAMIN BANK

20

18

54

20

88

200

MAHARASHTRA

VIDHARBHA KONKAN GRAMIN BANK

14

13

39

14

63

143

MANIPUR

MANIPUR RURAL BANK

1

2

0

0

4

7

MEGHALAYA

MEGHALAYA RURAL BANK

0

3

0

0

3

6

MIZORAM

MIZORAM RURAL BANK

0

3

1

0

2

6

NAGALAND

NAGALAND RURAL BANK

0

6

0

0

2

8

ODISHA

ODISHA GRAMYA BANK

NR

NR

NR

NR

NR

NR

ODISHA

UTKAL GRAMEEN BANK

10

14

7

7

25

63

PUDUCHERRY

PUDUVAI BHARATHIAR GRAMA BANK

0

0

1

0

3

4

PUNJAB

PUNJAB GRAMIN BANK

38

0

32

15

65

150

 

RAJASTHAN

BARODA RAJASTHAN KSHETRIYA GRAMIN

BANK

NR

NR

NR

NR

NR

NR

RAJASTHAN

RAJASTHAN MARUDHARA GRAMIN BANK

34

26

40

20

80

200

TAMIL NADU

TAMIL NADU GRAMA BANK

85

4

121

24

217

451

 

TELANGANA

ANDHRA PRADESH GRAMEENA VIKAS

BANK

42

21

76

28

118

285

TELANGANA

TELANGANA GRAMEENA BANK

28

12

47

17

70

174

TRIPURA

TRIPURA GRAMIN BANK

9

18

0

6

26

59

UTTAR PRADESH

ARYAVART BANK

23

1

30

11

46

111

UTTAR PRADESH

BARODA UP BANK

NR

NR

NR

NR

NR

NR

UTTAR PRADESH

PRATHAMA UP GRAMIN BANK

7

4

13

5

18

47

UTTARAKHAND

UTTARAKHAND GRAMIN BANK

15

3

12

8

45

83

WEST BENGAL

BANGIYA GRAMIN VIKASH BANK

30

15

54

20

81

200

WEST BENGAL

PASCHIM BANGA GRAMIN BANK

13

6

25

9

37

90

WEST BENGAL

UTTARBANGA KSHETRIYA GRAMIN BANK

4

2

7

2

13

28

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Q:   How many vacancies were announced for IBPS RRB 2024 exam?

A:

IBPS RRB 2024 notification were released to fill up a total of 10181 vacancies. The post-wise vacancy break-up is given below.

Posts

Vacancies

Office Assistants (Multipurpose)

5709

Officer Scale I

3551

Officer Scale-II (Agriculture Officer)

70

Officer Scale-II (Law)

30

Officer Scale-II (CA)

60

Officer Scale-II (IT)

104

Officer Scale-II (General Banking Officer)

496

Officer Scale-II (Marketing Officer)

11

Officer Scale-II (Treasury Manager)

21

Officer Scale III

129

Total Vacancies

10181

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IBPS RRB Salary

The post-wise salary of IBPS RRB is given below. Candidates should note that the pay scale varies from bank to bank. 

Posts Pay Scale (In INR)
Office Assistant (Multipurpose) 7,200-19,300
Officer Scale I 14,500-25,700
Officer Scale II 19,400-28,100
Officer Scale III 25,700-31,500

In addition to the basic pay, candidates are also entitled to other allowances such as Dearness Allowance (DA), Special Allowance, House Rent Allowance (HRA)/Leased Accommodation, Travelling Allowance (TA), Conveyance Allowance, Medical Reimbursement, National Pension Scheme (NPS), Leave Travel Concession, Newspaper Allowance, Leave Encashment, etc. 

Also Read: IBPS RRB Salary

IBPS RRB: Roles & Responsibilities 

The post-wise roles and responsibilities of candidates selected under IBPS RRB recruitment are given below:

IBPS RRB Clerk/Office Assistant

IBPS RRB Clerk is the post of Office Assistant. Candidates selected for this post are responsible for handling receipts, handling withdrawal, handling emails, and delivery. 

IBPS RRB PO & SO

Officers Scale 3 is the post of Senior Manager, while Officer Scale 2 is the post of Manager. Officer Scale I is the post of Assistant Manager. The role of IBPS RRB is to check regular banking activities, granting loans, maintaining credit profile, recovery of loans, implementation of schemes, etc. 

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Q:   What is IBPS RRB Salary?

A:

The salary structure for IBPS RRB office assistants range between INR 7200-400/3-8400-500/3-9900-600/4-12300-700/7-17200-1300/1-18500-800/1-19300.

IBPS RRB Posts

IBPS RRB salary (In-hand Salary)

IBPS RRB Office Assistant (Multipurpose)

INR 15000-19000

IBPS RRB Officer (Scale I)

INR 29,000-33,000

Officer Scale-II

INR 33,000-39,000

Officer Scale III

INR 8,000-44,000

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Q:   What is IBPS RRB Scale 2 salary?

A:

The salary for IBPS RRB Scale 2 varies depending on the location of the posting, and is subject to change over time. However, as of my available information, the basic pay scale for IBPS RRB Scale 2 officers ranges from INR 33,000 to INR 39,000 per month. Additionally, officers are also eligible for various allowances and perks such as DA, HRA, medical benefits, and more. 

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Q:   What is the salary of IBPS RRB Office Assistant?

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IBPS RRB Clerk exam is conducted to select eligible candidates for the post of Clerks in the Regional Rural Banks. It is one of the most demanding and prestigious government jobs. Candidates joining as IBPS RRB Clerk receive basic salary of INR 19,900. The salary structure of IBPS RRB is given below.

IBPS RRB Clerk Salary 2023 

Parameters

Amount (INR)

Basic Pay

19900

SPL Allow

3263.60

DA Amount

8049.17

HRA Amount

2167.88

CCA Amount

0.00

HFA/BBA

0.00

NPSI

2812.00

CASH

1250.00

Gross Pay

37442.65

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Q:   Is IBPS RRB a good job?

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There is tremendous scope for progress in this job profile. IBPS RRB Office Assistants are able to get promoted to Officers' posts through deputation and experience. The chances of being promoted to a higher Managerial Scale level are very high. Candidates selected to the post of Assistants are entitled to a good salary. The post-wise salary of IBPS RRB is given below.

IBPS RRB Office Assistant (Multipurpose): INR 15000-19000

IBPS RRB Officer (Scale I): INR 29,000-33,000

Officer Scale-II: INR 33,000-39,000

Officer Scale III: INR 8,000-44,000

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IBPS RRB FAQs 2024

Candidates can check below IBPS RRB 2024 FAQs related to the recruitment process.

Q:   Which types of questions will be asked in the IBPS RRB PO interview?

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The IBPS RRB PO interview typically include questions related to your education, work experience, and your motivation for wanting to work in the banking sector. They may also ask about your knowledge of the banking industry and current events, as well as your ability to handle pressure and work in a team. Some specific questions that are asked in IBPS RRB PO interview are given below:

  • Why do you want to work in banking?
  • What relevant experience do you have for this role?
  • Can you tell us about a time when you had to handle a difficult situation at work?
  • How do you stay updated on current events and industry developments?
  • How do you handle stress and pressure in the workplace?
  • Can you give an example of a time when you had to work in a team to achieve a goal?
  • How do you plan to balance the demands of this role with your personal life?
    It would be best if you prepared yourself well before attending the interview.
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IBPS RRB Cerk cut off 2024 is given below.

IBPS RRB Clerk Prelims Cut Off 2024 (Out of 80)

State/UT

UR

OBC / SC / ST / EWS

Andhra Pradesh

 

 

Arunachal Pradesh

 

OBC - 50.75

Assam

69.50

OBC - 69.50

Bihar

66.75

OBC - 66.25

Chhattisgarh

61.75

 OBC, SC, ST - 61.75

Gujarat

67

OBC - 67

ST - 64

Haryana

75.25

 

Himachal Pradesh

74

 SC - 71.50

Jammu & Kashmir

69

 

Jharkhand

 

 

Karnataka

 

 OBC - 68.75

Kerala

 

 

Madhya Pradesh

70

EWS - 70

SC - 68.25

Maharashtra

 

OBC - 72.50

Manipur

 

 

Meghalaya

 

 

Mizoram

 

 

Nagaland

 

 

Odisha

74

 

Puducherry

 

 

Punjab

73

 SC - 66.50

Rajasthan

70.50

OBC - 70.50

ST - 61

Tamil Nadu

61

OBC - 61

Telangana

 

OBC - 55

Tripura

68.50

ST - 54.5

Uttar Pradesh

69.75

OBC - 69.75

SC - 66.25

Uttarakhand

74.25

 

West Bengal

77.50

 OBC - 75.25

SC - 75.50

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Anangsha Patra

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Answered a week ago

For Officers Scale 2, the age of candidates should be above 21 years and below 40 years. For Officer Scale-II- Candidates should be above 21 years old and below 32 years old. For Officer Scale- I- Candidates should be above 18 years old and below 30 years old. The educational qualification prescribe

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Anangsha Patra

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a week ago

A total of 7.56 lakh candidates had registered for Office Assistant post, out of which 5.33 lakh candidates had appeared for the IBPS RRB exam. For Officers post, a total of 5.74 lakh candidates had applied for the IBPS RRB exam and 4.36 lakh candidates had appeared for the exam.

ExamsRegistered (In Lakh)Appeared (In Lakh)

IBPS RRB

Office Assistant: 7.76

Officers: 5.74

Office Assistant: 5.33

Officers: 4.36

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Anangsha Patra

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a week ago

The official mock test of IBPS RRB is released on the official website. To take the IBPS RRB mock test, candidates need to enter the required credentials. IBPS RRB mock test acquaint candidates with the pattern of actual test. Attempting mock tests help candidates to improve their speed and accuracy

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Anangsha Patra

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 2 weeks ago

Step 1: Go to Testbook's Online Test Series Portal. Step 2: Search “IBPS RRB Clerk (Office Assistant) 2024 Mock Test Series (New) Series” in the search bar.Oliveboard provides 20 IBPS RRB Assistant Prelims Mock Tests. Along with this, 5 advance tests are also included. Solving these mock tests and

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Sonali

Contributor-Level 9

Answered a month ago

IBPS RRB Clerk prelims result 2024 was announced on September 27, 2024 by IBPS. The result was announced on the official website. However, the direct link to check the result  provided on this page. To download the result, candidates need to enter registration number or roll number and date of birth

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Anangsha Patra

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a month ago

IBPS RRB Clerk Mains admit card 2024 was released on September 28. The Mains exam of IBPS RRB Clerk will be conducted on October 6, 2024. Candidates can download their admit cards by logging with the required credentials. The hard copy of the admit card is not sent to candidates by post. Candidates

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Anangsha Patra

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a month ago

IBPS RRB PO Mains admit card 2024 was released on September 19, 2024. The exam is scheduled to be conducted on September 29, 2024. The Mains admit card was released for candidates who qualify the prelims exam. Candidates need to carry the prelims admit card along with the Mains admit card to the exa

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Anangsha Patra

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a month ago

The overall difficulty level of the exam was easy to moderate. The Reasoning section was moderate and the Quant section was easy. The test paper carries a total of 80 questions. The subjects included in the prelims exam are Reasoning and Quantitative Aptitude. The test paper carried a total of 80 ma

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Anangsha Patra

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 2 months ago

IBPS RRB PO 2024 prelims exam carried questions from two subjects-Reasoning and Quantitative Aptitude. The total marks allotted to the test are 80. The duration of the test was 45 minutes. There were no sectional timings in the exam. According to students, the overall difficulty level of the exam wa

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