IBPS RRB Recruitment 2025 – Complete Guide to CRP RRBs XIV Notification

The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has officially released the CRP RRBs XIV Notification 2025 for recruitment of Group A – Officers (Scale I, II & III) and Group B – Office Assistants (Multipurpose) in Regional Rural Banks (RRBs) across India. This recruitment drive offers thousands of vacancies and is one of the most awaited opportunities for banking aspirants.

In this comprehensive article, we provide detailed eligibility, exam dates, syllabus, vacancies, application process, and selection procedure to help candidates successfully apply and prepare for IBPS RRB 2025.

Important Dates – IBPS RRB 2025

The official schedule for the IBPS RRB CRP XIV 2025 is as follows:

• Online Registration & Fee Payment: 1st September 2025 to 21st September 2025
• Pre-Exam Training (PET): November 2025
• Preliminary Exam (Officers & Office Assistants): November / December 2025
• Result of Preliminary Exam: December 2025 / January 2026
• Main / Single Exam: December 2025 to February 2026
• Result of Main/Single Exam: January 2026
• Interviews (for Officers Scale I, II & III): January / February 2026
• Provisional Allotment: February / March 2026

Posts under IBPS RRB Recruitment 2025

The recruitment is conducted for the following posts:

• Group B: Office Assistants (Multipurpose)
• Group A:
  • Officer Scale I (Assistant Manager)
  • Officer Scale II (General Banking Officer)
  • Officer Scale II (Specialist Officers – IT, CA, Law, Treasury, Marketing, Agriculture)
  • Officer Scale III (Senior Manager)

Participating Regional Rural Banks (RRBs)

The IBPS RRB CRP XIV 2025 recruitment is conducted for 28 Regional Rural Banks across India. Some of the major participating banks include:

• Andhra Pradesh Grameena Bank (Telugu)
• Karnataka Grameena Bank (Kannada)
• Kerala Gramin Bank (Malayalam)
• Punjab Gramin Bank (Punjabi)
• Uttar Pradesh Gramin Bank (Hindi/Urdu)
• Tamil Nadu Grama Bank (Tamil)
• Telangana Grameena Bank (Telugu/Urdu)
• West Bengal Gramin Bank (Bengali/Nepali)

👉 Each bank has its own head office and local language requirement, so candidates must check carefully before applying.

Local Language Proficiency Requirement

One of the most important eligibility conditions is proficiency in the local language of the state where the RRB is located.

• Candidates should have studied the local language at Class 8 or above OR
• Hold a certificate proving proficiency in that language OR
• Be willing to acquire the language skill within 6 months of joining.

For example:

• Andhra Pradesh & Telangana → Telugu
• Karnataka → Kannada
• Kerala → Malayalam
• Punjab → Punjabi
• Bihar & UP → Hindi
• West Bengal → Bengali/Nepali

Eligibility Criteria for IBPS RRB 2025

Nationality

Candidates must be:

• A citizen of India, or
• A subject of Nepal/Bhutan, or
• A Tibetan refugee settled in India before 1st January 1962, or
• A person of Indian origin migrated from eligible countries as per GOI rules.

Age Limit (as of 01.09.2025)

• Office Assistants (Multipurpose): 18–28 years
• Officer Scale I: 18–30 years
• Officer Scale II: 21–32 years
• Officer Scale III: 21–40 years

Age relaxation is applicable for SC/ST (5 years), OBC (3 years), PwBD (10 years), and other reserved categories as per government rules.

Reservation Policy & Relaxations

IBPS follows the Government of India’s reservation policy. The relaxations in the upper age limit are as follows:

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• SC/ST → 5 years
• OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) → 3 years
• PwBD → 10 years
• Ex-Servicemen → Service period + 3 years (up to 50 years max)
• Widows, divorced women (for Office Assistants only) → Up to 35 years (Gen), 38 (OBC), 40 (SC/ST)

👉 Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) with an annual family income less than ₹8 lakh are eligible for 10% reservation, provided they meet asset-related conditions.

Educational Qualifications

• Office Assistants & Officer Scale I: Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline. Proficiency in the local language is mandatory.
• Officer Scale II (General Banking Officer): Bachelor’s Degree with 50% marks + 2 years experience.
• Officer Scale II (Specialist Officer): Relevant degree (IT, CA, Law, MBA, Agriculture) + 1–2 years experience.
• Officer Scale III: Bachelor’s Degree with 50% marks + 5 years experience in banking/finance.

Application Fee

• SC/ST/PwBD/ESM/DESM: ₹175 (inclusive of GST)
• Others: ₹850 (inclusive of GST)

Payment is to be made online between 1st September and 21st September 2025.

Exam Pattern – IBPS RRB 2025

Preliminary Exam

For Office Assistants & Officer Scale I:

• Reasoning – 40 Questions, 40 Marks
• Numerical/Quantitative Aptitude – 40 Questions, 40 Marks
• Total: 80 Marks | Duration: 45 minutes

Pre-Examination Training (PET)

IBPS arranges Pre-Exam Training (PET) for candidates belonging to SC/ST/OBC/Minority/PwBD categories.

• Conducted in online or offline mode (November 2025).
• Helps candidates understand the exam pattern, practice mock questions, and improve confidence.
• Candidates need to opt for PET while filling out the application form.

Exam Centers

IBPS conducts the exams in multiple cities across India. Candidates can choose their preferred centers, but IBPS may allocate a different one based on availability.

• No request for change of center will be accepted.
• Candidates must bear travel expenses themselves.
• Misconduct or misbehavior at exam centers can lead to disqualification.

Main Exam

For Office Assistants & Officer Scale I:

• Reasoning – 40 Qs (50 Marks)
• Computer Knowledge – 40 Qs (20 Marks)
• General Awareness – 40 Qs (40 Marks)
• English/Hindi Language – 40 Qs (40 Marks)
• Quantitative Aptitude – 40 Qs (50 Marks)
• Total: 200 Questions, 200 Marks |Duration: 2 hours

Officer Scale II & III (Single Exam)

Includes: Reasoning, Financial Awareness, Computer Knowledge, Language (English/Hindi), Quantitative Aptitude, and Professional Knowledge (for SO).

Negative Marking

• 0.25 marks will be deducted for each wrong answer.

Selection Process

The recruitment process will follow three stages (for Officer Scale I) and two stages (for other posts):

1. Preliminary Exam (Qualifying—only for Office Assistants & Officer Scale I)
2. Main/Single Exam (for all posts)
3. Interview (for Officer Scale I, II & III only)

Final selection will be based on merit in Mains + Interview (80:20 ratio).

Interview Process

Applicable for Officers Scale I, II & III only.

• Weightage: Online Exam (80%) + Interview (20%).
• Marks: 100 (minimum qualifying – 40% for General, 35% for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD).
• Interviews are conducted by Nodal RRBs with NABARD and IBPS.
• Candidates must carry original documents (educational, caste, identity, and experience certificates).

Document Verification

Candidates must produce the following documents:

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• Valid IBPS Application Form & Admit Card
• Birth certificate / 10th certificate (DOB proof)
• Graduation/Professional degree certificates
• Category certificates (SC/ST/OBC/EWS)
• PwBD certificate (if applicable)
• Experience certificate (for Scale II & III)
• Valid Photo ID (Aadhaar, PAN, Passport, etc.)

👉 Failure to produce valid documents may lead to cancellation of candidature.

Vacancies in IBPS RRB 2025

Vacancies vary across 28 participating RRBs, such as Andhra Pradesh Grameena Bank, Karnataka Grameena Bank, Kerala Gramin Bank, Punjab Gramin Bank, Uttar Pradesh Gramin Bank, etc.

The exact post-wise and category-wise vacancies are listed in Annexure I of the official notification.

How to Apply for IBPS RRB 2025

1. Visit the official IBPS website—www.ibps.in.
2. Click on the CRP RRBs XIV Application Link.
3. Choose the post (Office Assistants or Officer Scale I/II/III).
4. Register using a valid email ID and mobile number.
5. Upload required documents (photo, signature, thumb impression, handwritten declaration).
6. Pay the application fee online.
7. Submit and take a printout of the application form for future reference.

Key Preparation Tips

• Understand the syllabus and exam pattern thoroughly.
• Practice mock tests and previous year papers.
• Focus on speed and accuracy in quantitative aptitude and reasoning.
• Stay updated with current affairs and banking awareness.
• For interview preparation, strengthen your knowledge of banking, rural economy, and local issues.

Salary & Career Growth

Working in RRBs ensures job security, allowances, and growth opportunities. Approximate salaries are:

• Office Assistant: ₹19,000 – ₹31,000/month
• Officer Scale I (Assistant Manager): ₹36,000 – ₹42,000/month
• Officer Scale II (Manager): ₹48,000 – ₹52,000/month
• Officer Scale III (Senior Manager): ₹60,000 – ₹65,000/month

Career Progression Path

Office Assistant → Officer Scale I → Officer Scale II → Officer Scale III → General Manager

Cut-Off & Result System

• Prelims cut-off is applied state-wise and category-wise.
• Mains cut-off is higher since it determines merit for final selection.
• IBPS uses the equi-percentile normalization method to balance scores.
• Final results are declared after combining Mains & Interview performance.

Preparation Books & Resources

To crack the exam, candidates should prepare with standard resources:

• Quantitative Aptitude – R.S. Aggarwal
• Reasoning Ability – Arihant Publication
• General Awareness & Banking – Lucent GK, Disha’s Banking Awareness
• Computer Knowledge – Arihant Computer Awareness
• English/Hindi Language – Wren & Martin, local grammar books

👉 Apart from books, daily newspaper reading and solving previous year papers are highly recommended.

Frequently Asked Questions For IBPS RRB Recruitment 2025

Important Links

Notification Pdf  Click Here

Official Website Click Here

Apply Online Click Here

Conclusion

The IBPS RRB CRP XIV 2025 is a golden opportunity for candidates aiming for a career in the banking sector, especially in regional rural banks that serve as the backbone of India’s rural economy. With proper preparation and timely application, aspirants can secure a stable and rewarding government job in banking.