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Quick Summary
The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) released the RRB recruitment notification (CRP RRBs XIV) for 2025 to fill vacancies for Office Assistants (Multipurpose), Officer Scale I (PO), and Officer Scale II & III specialist posts. The recruitment presents a major hiring drive for rural banking—an excellent opportunity for eligible graduates.
Vacancy Break-up
| Post | Vacancies (Approx.) |
|---|---|
| Office Assistant (Multipurpose) | 7,972 |
| Officer Scale I (PO) | 3,907 |
| Officer Scale II (Specialist) | ~254 (IT, CA, Law, Agriculture, etc.) |
| Officer Scale III | ~84 |
| Total | 13,217 |
Eligibility & Age Limit
Minimum educational qualification is graduation in any discipline for most posts. Specific posts like Officer Scale II (IT/CA/Law) may require professional qualifications or experience. Typical age range is 18–40 years with relaxations as per government norms — check the official PDF for post-wise age limits.
Important Dates
| Notification Release Date | 31 August 2025 |
|---|---|
| Apply Online Start | 01 September 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 21 September 2025 |
| Prelims (Expected) | November–December 2025 (tentative) |
How to Apply Online
- Visit the official IBPS portal: ibps.in.
- Open CRP RRBs XIV notification and go to the apply online link.
- Register (if first time), fill personal and educational details, upload documents and pay the application fee.
- Submit and download the confirmation page. Keep printouts for future reference.
Selection Process & Exam Pattern
Selection for Clerk (Office Assistant) usually involves a Preliminary test followed by Mains. Officer posts follow prelims, mains and interviews/assessment where applicable. Specialist Officer posts may have specific tests or standards. Check the official notification for marks, negative marking and sectional timings.
FAQs
Q: How many vacancies are announced?
A: 13,217 vacancies across clerk and officer posts.
Q: When is the last date to apply?
A: 21 September 2025.
Q: Where to apply online?
A: Official IBPS website — ibps.in.