IBPS RRB 2025: Notification, Online Form, Exam Dates, Admit Card, Pattern & Syllabus

IBPS RRB notification 2025 is expected to be released in June 2025. The notification will be released in PDF form and comprises the important details related to the exam. Candidates appearing for the exam should read the notification carefully. 

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).

IBPS RRB 2025 application form will be released in June 2025. 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.

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

IBPS RRB Clerk prelims exam will be conducted on August 30, September 6 and 7, 2025. IBPS RRB PO prelims exam will be conducted on July 27, August 2 and 3, 2025. IBPS RRB single online exam and Mains exam for Officers Scale 2 & 3 and PO posts will be conducted on September 13, 2025. IBPS RRB Clerk Mains exam will be conducted on November 9, 2025. 

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

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.

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

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. 

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.

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

The allowances offered to IBPS RRB Officers are given below.

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. 

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). 

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

IBPS RRB notification is released for the following posts.

The topics included in IBPS RRB syllabus for PO and Clerk posts are the same. However, there is a difference in the difficulty level. The difficulty level of IBPS RRB PO question is tough compared to the Clerk post. IBPS RRB SO syllabus is bit different as it comprises topics based on the subject chosen by candidates. 

IBPS RRB PO salary after 10 years might range between INR 70,000 to INR 80,000, including allowances and benefits. The salary is also decided based on various factors such as promotions received, individual performance, bank policies, etc. IBPS RRB Clerk exam is conducted to select candidates for the post of Clerks in the RRBs.

The promotion level of IBPS RRB PO is given below:

• IBPS RRB Officer Scale 1 (PO)

• Assistant Manager

• Deputy Manager

• Branch Manager

• Senior Branch Manager

• Chief Manager

• Assistant General Manager

• Deputy General Manager

• General Manager

Candidates can apply for multiple posts in IBPS RRB exam provided they satisfy the eligibility criteria. The post-wise eligibility criteria of IBPS RRB is given below.

Age Limit:

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

IBPS RRB Office Assistant Qualification

RRB Office Assistant qualification is graduation in any discipline. Candidates can check below the IBPS RRB Office Assistant educational qualification:

• Candidates must have completed graduation from a recognised university
• Proficiency in the local language is compulsory
• Candidates must have a working knowledge of computer

IBPS RRB Qualification for Officer Scale-I (Assistant Manager)

• Graduation from a recognised university
• Preference will be given to candidates having a degree in Agriculture, Horticulture, Forestry, Animal Husbandry, Veterinary Science, Agricultural Engineering, Pisciculture, Agricultural Marketing and Cooperation, Information Technology, Management, Law, Economics or Accountancy
• Proficiency in local language
• Working knowledge of computer is necessary

IBPS RRB Educational Qualification for Officer Scale-II General Banking Officer (Manager)

• Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized University or its equivalent with a minimum of 50 per cent marks in aggregate.
• Preference will be given to the candidates having a degree in Banking, Finance, Marketing, Agriculture, Horticulture, Forestry, Animal Husbandry, Veterinary Science, Agricultural Engineering, Pisciculture, Agricultural Marketing and Cooperation, Information Technology, Management, Law, Economics and Accountancy.
• Candidates must have two years of experience as an officer in a bank or financial institution.

IBPS RRB Educational Qualification for Officer Scale-II Specialist Officers (Manager)

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

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.

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

The dimensions and specifications related to the photograph for IBPS RRB application form are given below:

• Photograph must be a recent passport style colour picture
• Make sure that the picture is in colour, taken against a light-coloured, preferably white, background
• Look straight at the camera with a relaxed face
• If the picture is taken on a sunny day, have the sun behind you, or place yourself in the shade, so that you are not squinting and there are no harsh shadows
• If you have to use flash, ensure there's no "red-eye"
• If you wear glasses make sure that there are no reflections and your eyes can be clearly seen
• Caps, hats and dark glasses are not acceptable. Religious headwear is allowed but it must not cover your face.
• Dimensions 200 x 230 pixels (preferred)
• Size of file should be between 20kb–50 kb
• Ensure that the size of the scanned image is not more than 50kb. If the size of the file is more than 50 kb, then adjust the settings of the scanner such as the DPI resolution, no. of colours etc., during the process of scanning
• Photo uploaded should be of appropriate size and clearly visible

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."

The dos' related to photo capture in IBPS RRB application form are given below:

• Ensure that the photo is captured against a background and there is adequate light
• Look straight at the webcam/ camera
• Photograph should be of passport size

The don'ts related to the photo capture in IBPS RRB application form are given below:

• Small size photograph is clicked/uploaded
• Wearing coloured glasses or sunglasses
• Shadow on face/ not facing the camera/ distorted face/ face covered with mask/blurred image
• Photo taken in dark/ improper background

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. 

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.

In case the candidate is unable to fill in the application form in one go, he/ she can save the data already entered. When
the data is saved, a provisional registration number and password will be generated by the system and displayed on the
screen. Candidate should note down the Provisional registration number and password. An Email & SMS indicating
the Provisional Registration number and Password will also be sent. They can reopen the saved data using Provisional
registration number and password and edit the particulars, if needed. Once the application is filled in completely,
candidate should submit the data.

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

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

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

IBPS RRB vacancies announced in 2022 are given below for different posts.

A total of 9075 vacancies were 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.

The category-wise IBPS RRB vacancies announced in 2021 is given below.

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.

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.

IBPS RRB PO exam pattern is given below.

IBPS RRB Prelims Exam Pattern for Officers Scale I/PO

IBPS RRB Mains Exam Pattern for Officers Scale I/PO

IBPS RRB exam pattern is different for different posts. IBPS RRB Officers Scale 1 comprises Mains exam, prelims exam and interview. IBPS RRB Clerk exam pattern comprises prelims exam and Mains exam. IBPS RRB Officers Scale 2 and 3 exam pattern is such that it comprises single online exam and interview.

IBPS RRB Clerk exam pattern 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

IBPS RRB Mains Exam Pattern

IBPS RRB syllabus is easier than SBI Clerk syllabus. Though the subjects included in both the syllabus are the same. However, there is a difference in the difficulty level of both the exams. SBI Clerk syllabus is vast than IBPS Clerk syllabus.

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

Aspirants preparing for IBPS RRB exam should take both sectional and full-length mock tests. Taking the full length mock test candidates can know how to complete the paper within the allotted time frame. The sectional mock tests help candidates to know their preparation level for the different sections. 

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:

IBPS RRB syllabus for Officers Scale 2 (General Banking Officer) carries questions from the following subjects:

• Reasoning

• Quantitative Aptitude & Data Interpretation

• Computer Knowledge

• Financial Awareness and

• English Language / Hindi Language

IBPS RRB Officers Scale 2 (Special Cadre) exam syllabus comprises questions from the following subjects:

• Reasoning

• Quantitative Aptitude & Data Interpretation

• Computer Knowledge

• Professional Knowledge and

• English Language / Hindi Language

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:

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

IBPS RRB exam syllabus comprises the topics and sub-topics that candidates need to prepare for the exam. To begin with IBPS RRB exam preparation, candidates need to be well-versed with the syllabus. They should prepare each and every topic given in the syllabus.

IBPS RRB syllabus is formulated based on the previous years' question papers. Downloading the IBPS RRB syllabus PDF, candidates can check the important topics for the exam.

IBPS RRB syllabus for Knowledge section is given below:

Professional Knowledge syllabus for IT Officer

Syllabus for Law Officer

Agriculture Officer

IBPS RRB syllabus for Officers Scale 3 is given below:

• Reasoning

• Quantitative Aptitude & Data Interpretation

• Computer Knowledge

• Financial Awareness and

• English Language / Hindi Language

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.

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

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.

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:

IBPS RRB admit card is released one week before the exam. The link to download the admit card is made available on the official website. However, the direct link to download the admit card is provided on this page. To download IBPS RRB admit card, candidates are required 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.

Some of the IBPS RRB exam day guidelines are given below:

• Candidates must note the date, time, and address of the exam given in the IBPS RRB admit card
• Candidates must visit IBPS RRB exam centre one day before the exam to confirm the location and reach exam centre on time
• Latecomers will not be allowed to enter the exam centre
• Candidates must bring the admit card to the examination centre along with recent passport size photograph duly pasted on it. Candidates need to paste one photograph on the admit card and one photograph they need to bring to the exam centre
• Candidates are not allowed to use calculators, books, notebooks or written notes, cell phones, or any other electronic device
• Candidates are required to bring the authenticated prelims admit card and photo-identity proof along with the Mains admit card to the exam centre
• Candidates must bring additional passport-size photographs or else they will not be allowed to appear for the exam
• Any stationery items such as bits of paper, geometry/pencil box, plastic pouch, calculator, scale, writing pad, pen drives, log table, electronic pen/scanner
• Any communication device such as bluetooth, earphones, microphone, pager, health band etc. is not allowed
• Other items such as goggles, handbags, hair-pin, hair-band, belt, cap, watch/wrist watch, Camera, metallic item, eatable items opened or packed are not allowed
• Candidates are advised not to wear ornaments such as rings, earrings, nose-pin, chains/necklaces, pendants, badges, brooch, etc.

IBPS RRB admit card is released separately for different posts and stages of exams. Candidates can download their admit cards online only. To download the IBPS RRB admit card, 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.

Following are the items banned inside IBPS RRB exam centre:

• Any stationery items such as bits of paper, geometry/pencil box, plastic pouch, calculator, scale, writing pad, pen drives, log table, electronic pen/scanner
• Any communication device such as bluetooth, earphones, microphone, pager, health band etc. is not allowed
• Other items such as goggles, handbags, hair-pin, hair-band, belt, cap, watch/wrist watch, Camera, metallic item, eatable items opened or packed are not allowed

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.

IBPS RRB Clerk scorecard is released along with the result. To download the IBPS RRB scorecard, candidates need to login with the required credentials. IBPS RRB scorecard displays details such as the candidate's name, roll number, registration number, exam date, category, the state applied for, minimum score, IBPS RRB cutoff marks, score obtained by them. The hard copy of the scorecard is not sent to candidates by post. Before completion of the interview process, scores obtained in the Mains examination are not shared with the candidates selected for the interview. 

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

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.

IBPS RRB result displays the following details:

• Name
• Registration number
• Roll number
• Post
• Qualifying status

IBPS RRB Cerk cut off 2024 is given below.

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

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.

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

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.

The category-wise IBPS RRB Clerk cut off in 2023 is given below.

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.

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.

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.

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

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

The Reasoning Ability section assess a candidate's ability on the basis of logical Ability. This section also requires immense practice. Going through the books, candidates will be able to develop a logical sense of solving the questions and understand the concepts by learning the right techniques to solve the questions from the Reasoning Ability section. Candidates can check below the best books for IBPS RRB Reasoning section:

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

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. 

The Quantitative Aptitude section requires consistent practice. Candidates need to attempt numerous questions to get the complete strategy of the exam. Candidates can get detailed knowledge about the concepts of Quantitative Aptitude in the books. Candidates need to solve the questions with accuracy to get good marks. There are many books available in the market, however, candidates must refer to the books that have covered the entire syllabus. The best books for IBPS RRB Quantitative Aptitude are given below:

The English Language section assesses the candidate's understanding about the grammatical concepts, vocabularly, comprehension, etc. Candidates need to pic the right IBPS RRB books for learning the concepts of the topics given in the syllabus. Candidates can refer to the following books for IBPS RRB exam:

Aspirants preparing for IBPS RRB exam should take both sectional and full-length mock tests. Taking the full length mock test candidates can know how to complete the paper within the allotted time frame. The sectional mock tests help candidates to know their preparation level for the different sections. 

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 PO salary structure is given below.

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.

The initial basic pay of IBPS RRB PO/Officers Scale 1 is INR 36,000. The salary structure is based on the 10th Bipartite Setllement and the pay scale of IBPS RRB PO is INR 36,000 – 1,490/7 – 46,430 – 1,740/2 – 49,910 – 1,990/7 – 63,840. The initial basic pay of IBPS RRB PO is INR 36,000, and after annual increments over the years, the maximum basic pay can reach up to INR 63,840. 

The starting basic IBPS RRB Clerk salary is INR 19,900 and increases gradually after regular increments. After 5 years, the salary grows significantly. IBPS RBR Clerk salary after 5 years is given below.

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. 

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

The job profile of IBPS RRB PO is given below:

• Disburse loans
• Manage numerous tasks of the bank
• Auditing the tasks
• Upliftment of the rural economy
• Disburse the loans

The starting salary for an IBPS RRB Clerk is INR 19900 per month and the pay scale of an IBPS Clerk is INR 19900-1000/1-20900-1230/3-24590-1490/4-30550-1730/7-42600-3270/1-45930-1990/1-47920. IBPS RRB Clerk salary structure is given below.