About Institute of Banking Personnel Selection Recruitment 2026
Institute of Banking Personnel Selection has officially announced the recruitment process for IBPS RRB VIII Officer Scale I II III Clerk Recruitment 2019. A total of 8401 vacancies will be filled through this recruitment drive. Selected candidates will be posted across All India (State-wise vacancies).
Candidates can apply online through the official website. Interested and eligible candidates are encouraged to submit their applications before the deadline.
Key highlights: age requirement is 18 to 30 years, the application fee varies by category (see fee table below). Candidates are advised to carefully review the eligibility criteria and other requirements before applying.
Key Highlights
Vacancy Details โ Total 8401 Posts
| Post Name | Vacancies | Qualification | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Office Assistant | 3688 | Bachelor Degree in Any Stream with Local Language of Applied State | โ |
| Officer Scale I (Assistant Manager) | 3382 | Bachelor Degree in Any Stream with Local Language of Applied State | โ |
| Officer Scale II Manager General Banking Officer | 893 | Bachelor Degree in Any Stream with 50% Marks and 2 Year Working Experience | โ |
| Officer Scale II IT Officer | 76 | Bachelor Degree in Electronics / Communication / Computer Science / Information Technology with 1 Year Experience | โ |
| Officer Scale II CA | 24 | Certified Associate (CA) from Institute of Chartered Accountants of India with 1 Year Experience | โ |
| Officer Scale II Law Officer | 19 | Bachelor Degree in Law with 50% Marks and 2 Year Advocate Practice | โ |
| Officer Scale II Treasury Manager | 11 | CA or MBA in Finance with 1 Year Experience | โ |
| Officer Scale II Marketing Officer | 45 | MBA in Marketing with 1 Year Experience | โ |
| Officer Scale II Agriculture Officer | 106 | Degree in Agriculture/ Horticulture/ Dairy/ Animal Husbandry/ Forestry/ Veterinary Science/ Agricultural Engineering/ Pisciculture with 50% Marks and 2 Year Experience | โ |
| Officer Scale III (Senior Manager) | 157 | Bachelor Degree in Any Stream with 50% Marks and 5 Year Working Experience | โ |
๐ Category-wise Reservation
Important Dates
| Application Begin | 18/06/2019 |
| Last Date Apply Online | 04/07/2019 |
| Last Date Pay Exam Fee | 04/07/2019 |
| Pre Exam Training | 21/07/2019 to 01/08/2019 |
| Pet Admit Card Available | 15/07/2019 |
| Pre Exam Date Officer Scale I | 03,04,11 August 2019 |
| Pre Exam Date Office Assistant | 17-18, 25 August 2019 |
| Mains Exam Officer Scale I Ii Iii | 13/10/2019 |
| Mains Exam Office Assistant | 20/10/2019 |
| Scale I Score Card Available | 23/09/2019 |
| Office Assistant Pre Result Available | 02/10/2019 |
| Admit Card Available | October 2019 |
| Mains Scale I Score Card Available | 01/11/2019 |
| Interview Letter Available | 06/11/2019 |
| Office Assistant Mains Result Available | 01/01/2020 |
| New Reserve List Result Available | 18/09/2020 |
Application Fee
| General | 600/- |
| OBC | 600/- |
| EWS | 600/- |
| SC | 100/- |
| ST | 100/- |
| PH / / / PwD | 100/- |
Age Limit & Relaxation
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
| Maximum Age | 30 Years |
| Age Cutoff Date | 01/06/2019 |
| Relaxation (OBC) | 3 years |
| Relaxation (SC/ST) | 5 years |
| Relaxation (PWD) | 10 years |
* Age relaxation is applicable as per government rules for reserved categories.
Educational Qualification & Eligibility
Bachelor Degree in Any Stream with Local Language of Applied State for Office Assistant and Officer Scale I. For Officer Scale II and III, specific qualifications with experience and minimum marks as per post.
Experience Required: 2 to 5 years of working experience depending on the post. IT Officer requires 1 year, CA requires 1 year, Law Officer requires 2 years, Treasury Manager requires 1 year, Marketing Officer requires 1 year, Agriculture Officer requires 2 years, and Officer Scale III requires 5 years.
Language Requirement: Local language proficiency of the applied state is required for Office Assistant and Officer Scale I.
Selection Process
Preliminary Exam
Mains Exam
Interview
Document Verification
Exam Pattern & Syllabus
| Subject | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Preliminary Exam (Office Assistant & Officer Scale I) | 80 | 45 minutes |
| Mains Exam (All Posts) | 200 | 2 hours |
Documents Required
* Candidates must carry original documents for verification at the time of interview / document verification.
How To Apply
Visit the official website of Institute of Banking Personnel Selection โ https://www.ibps.in.
Read the official notification carefully and check your eligibility.
Click on the "Apply Online" / "Registration" link for IBPS RRB VIII Officer Scale I II III Clerk Recruitment 2019.
Complete the registration by providing a valid email ID and mobile number.
Fill in all required details: personal information, educational qualifications, work experience (if applicable), and address.
Upload scanned copies of your photograph (passport size), signature, and required documents as per the specifications.
Pay the application fee online through the available payment gateway (if applicable).
Review all entered details carefully before final submission.
Submit the application form and take a printout / save a PDF copy for future reference.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the last date to apply for IBPS RRB VIII Recruitment 2019?
The last date to apply online was 04/07/2019.
What is the application fee for General category candidates?
The application fee for General/OBC/EWS candidates is 600/- INR.
What is the age limit for Officer Scale I post as on 01/06/2019?
The age limit for Officer Scale I is 18-30 years as on 01/06/2019.
What is the qualification required for Office Assistant post?
Candidates need a Bachelor's degree in any stream with proficiency in the local language of the applied state.
When was the pre-exam training conducted?
The pre-exam training was conducted from 21/07/2019 to 01/08/2019.
What is the exam date for Officer Scale I Preliminary Exam?
The Officer Scale I Preliminary Exam was held on 03, 04, and 11 August 2019.
What is the negative marking scheme in the exam?
0.25 marks are deducted for each wrong answer in the exam.
What documents are required for document verification?
Matriculation/10th Marksheet, Intermediate/12th Marksheet, Graduation Marksheets, Caste Certificate (if applicable), Income Certificate (for EWS), Disability Certificate (if applicable), Experience Certificate (if applicable), Local Language Proficiency Certificate, Passport-sized Photograph, Signature, ID Proof, and Domicile Certificate.
What is the selection process for Officer Scale I?
The selection process includes Preliminary Exam, Mains Exam, Interview, and Document Verification.
When will the Office Assistant Mains Result be declared?
The Office Assistant Mains Result was declared on 01/01/2020.
What is the relaxation in age limit for OBC candidates?
OBC candidates get a relaxation of 3 years in the upper age limit.
What is the qualification for Officer Scale II IT Officer?
Candidates need a Bachelor's degree in Electronics/Communication/Computer Science/Information Technology with 1 year of experience.
Where can I download the admit card for the Mains Exam?
Admit cards for the Mains Exam can be downloaded from the official IBPS website in October 2019.
What is the total number of vacancies for Officer Scale III?
There are 157 vacancies for Officer Scale III.
What is the exam mode for the IBPS RRB VIII Recruitment?
The exam mode is online (Computer-Based Test).