The IBPS RRB PO Prelims 2026 exam is also a great opportunity for candidates to work in rural areas and contribute to the development of the local economy. Regional Rural Banks play a crucial role in providing banking services to rural areas, and the exam offers a chance to be a part of this important work. Candidates who are interested in working in rural areas and making a difference in the lives of people should consider applying for the IBPS RRB PO Prelims 2026 exam.
๐ Exam Highlights
Exam Conducting Body
Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS)
Total Vacancies
8000
Exam Mode
Online Computer-Based Test (CBT)
Exam Date
August 2026
๐ Important Dates
Notification Release
June 2026
Application Start
June 2026
Exam Date
August 2026
โ Eligibility Criteria
๐ Nationality
Indian Citizen
๐ Age Limit
18โ30 years
๐ Educational Qualification
Graduation in any discipline from a recognized University or any equivalent qualification recognized as such by the Central Government.
Category / Post
Min Age
Max Age
UR/General
18 yrs
32 yrs
OBC
18 yrs
35 yrs
SC/ST
18 yrs
37 yrs
PWD
18 yrs
42 yrs
โน๏ธ Age relaxation is applicable for SC/ST/OBC/PWD candidates as per government rules
๐ Exam Pattern
Stage/Tier
Mode
Subjects
Qs
Marks
Duration
Negative
Tier-I
Online CBT
Reasoning Ability, Quantitative Aptitude, English Language
80
80
45 min
-0.25
Tier-II
Online CBT
Reasoning Ability, Quantitative Aptitude, English Language, General Awareness
200
200
120 min
-0.25
Tier-III
Interview
Personal Interview
N/A
100
N/A
N/A
๐ฅ Vacancy Details
Post Name
Vacancies
Pay Scale
Probationary Officer (PO)
6000
Pay Level 6 (Rs. 44,900 - Rs. 75,500)
Office Assistant (Multipurpose)
2000
Pay Level 5 (Rs. 29,000 - Rs. 59,000)
Officer Scale-I
1000
Pay Level 7 (Rs. 53,000 - Rs. 80,000)
Officer Scale-II
500
Pay Level 8 (Rs. 63,000 - Rs. 90,000)
๐ Selection Process
1
Tier-I: Computer Based Test
2
Tier-II: Computer Based Test
3
Tier-III: Interview
4
Document Verification
๐ How to Apply
1
Visit the official website of IBPS (www.ibps.in)
2
Click on the link 'Apply Online' for IBPS RRB PO Prelims 2026
3
Fill Part-I: Basic registration and upload required documents
4
Pay the application fee and submit the application form
โ Frequently Asked Questions
The exam is tentatively scheduled for August 2026
The application fee is Rs. 850 for General/OBC candidates and Rs. 175 for SC/ST/PWD candidates
The selection process involves a preliminary exam, a main exam, an interview, and document verification
The pay scale for the post of Probationary Officer is Pay Level 6 (Rs. 44,900 - Rs. 75,500)