IBPS RRB 2024 Selection Process: Prelims, Mains, Interview, Single Online Test & More

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

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Updated on Sep 13, 2024 07:20 IST

IBPS RRB Selection Process 2024 is different for different posts. IBPS RRB Clerk selection process comprises prelims exam and mains exam. IBPS RRB PO selection process comprises prelims exam, mains exam and interview. IBPS RRB selection process for Officers Scale 2 and 3 comprises single online exam and interview. Successful candidates are selected for the positions of Officers Scale 1, 2, 3 and Office Assistant. A total of 10313 vacancies were announced for the IBPS RRB 2024. The selection process begins with the release of notification. 

According to IBPS RRB salary, candidates selected for the posts of Clerks receive a salary that ranges between INR 21,000 to INR 23,000. IBPS RRB PO salary ranges between INR 51,000 to 58,000. Read below for more details on IBPS RRB selection process.

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:   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:   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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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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IBPS RRB Selection Process

The post-wise selection process of IBPS RRB is explained below.

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IBPS RRB Office Assistant (Multipurpose)

The selection process of IBPS RRB Clerk includes the preliminary exam and mains exam. Since it is a lower grade post, therefore, no interview will be conducted. The provisional allotment of candidates is done based on the mains exam. The marks of the preliminary exam are not counted for the preparation of the merit list. On the basis of the marks of the prelims exam, an adequate number of candidates are selected for the mains exam.

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IBPS RRB Officers Scale I

The selection process of this post includes preliminary exam, mains exam, and interview. Based on the marks of the preliminary exam, candidates are selected for the mains exam. Candidates qualifying the mains exam are called for an interview. The final allotment of candidates is done based on the mains exam and interview. Selected candidates are given an appointment for the post of Assistant Manager.

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IBPS RRB Officers Scale II and III

The post of Officers Scale II is of Manager while the post of Officers Scale III is of Senior Manager. All registered candidates are required to appear for Single Level examination. There is no preliminary exam for this post. All shortlisted candidates of Single Level examination are required to appear for the interview panel. Final allotment of candidates to these posts based on the combined marks of single-level examination and interview.

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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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Q:   What's the career growth for an IBPS RRB PO?

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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 many vacancies have been announced for IBPS RRB 2023 exam?

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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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Complete Recruitment Process of IBPS RRB 2024

Explained below is the complete IBPS RRB recruitment process:

Filling the Application Form

After going through the notification candidates who satisfy the eligibility criteria should proceed towards filling IBPS RRB application form. The application form should be filled online only. The application process begins after the release of IBPS RRB Notification.The application fee, INR 850 for General and OBC candidates and INR 175 for SC/ST/PWD categories, can be paid online. The steps to fill IBPS RRB application form are given below:

  • Visit the official website of IBPS 
  • Click 'IBPS RRB Apply Online' Link
  • Register for the exam by entering the required details
  • Fill the detailed application form
  • Choose the preferred RRBs
  • Pay the application fees
  • Submit IBPS RRB application form

Issue of Admit Card

IBPS RRB admit card is issued separately for different posts and stages of exam. The admit card is released online on the official website. To download the IBPS RRB admit card, candidates need to enter the registration number or roll number and date of birth or password. The steps to download IBPS RRB admit card are given below:

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

Appearing in the Exam

IBPS RRB exam is conducted in various stages. Candidates who apply for Office Assistant (Multipurpose) post need to appear for prelims and mains exam. For Officers Scale I, candidates need to appear for prelims, mains and interview. Candidates for Officers Scale II and III posts are required to appear for single-level exam and interview. IBPS RRB exam pattern highlights the overall structure of the exam. IBPS RRB syllabus is framed based on the nature of the posts. Candidates need to follow IBPS RRB Preparation Tips inorder to crack the exam. 

Declaration of Result

IBPS RRB result is declared online on the official website. To check the IBPS RRB result status, candidates need to enter the registration number or roll number and date of birth or password. The scorecard and IBPS RRB cutoff are released few days after the declaration of result.

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:   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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IBPS RRB Selection Process 2024: Provisional Allotment

The provisional allotment in IBPS RRB exam is done in the following manner:

  • On completion of the interview process or the mains exam, depending upon the number of IBPS RRB vacancies to be filled in as per the business needs, candidates shortlisted are provisionally allotted to any one of the RRBs based on the 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 as well as IBPS RRB cut off
  • Candidates belonging to the reserved category selected on the basis of the norms as applicable to the General Category are treated at par with a General category candidate.
  • Such own merit candidates belonging to reserved categories who are provisionally allotted under the unreserved (General) category are not adjusted against a reserved post. However, their original category entered in the online registration remains unchanged
  • In the event where two or more candidates obtains the same score, the merit order is decided as per the date of birth
  • The provisional allotment is subject to the candidates fulfilling the criteria of RRBs and identity verification
  • The letter of appointment, joining formalities, etc. are done by the RRBs
  • A reserve list is maintained by the IBPS which is filled as per the business need

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

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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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IBPS RRB Selection Process FAQs

Candidates can check below IBPS RRB selection process FAQs.

Q:   What is IBPS RRB Scale 2 salary?

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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:   How do I prepare for the IBPS RRB PO?

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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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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 2 weeks 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

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Answered 2 weeks 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 2 weeks 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 4 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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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

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Answered 2 months 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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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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