IBPS RRB 2019 – Application forms for IBPS RRB 2019 are available on ibps.in. IBPS will conduct preliminary exam for Officer Scale I and Office Assistants on 03, 04, 11, 17, 18, and 25 Aug 2019. Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) invites application for Regional Rural Banks (CRP RRBs VIII). Application fee of Rs. 100 is applicable to SC/ST/PWD candidates. Candidates belonging to general/other categories need to pay Rs. 600/-. This recruitment is for Group “A”- Officers (Scale-I, II & III) and Group “B”- Office Assistant posts. The online application will open in the first week of June.
IBPS RRB 2019
IBPS has recently announced the date for Preliminary, Single, & Main Examinations. The body will soon open an online application for interested candidates. Single examination for Officer Scale II and III will take place on 22 Sept 2019. Candidates who applied for Office Assistant position will appear for the main exam on 29 Sept 2019, after clearing Preliminary exams. Following are the IBPS RRB 2019 exam dates are as follows:
| Particulars | Important Dates |
| Online Application form | 18 Jun 2019 |
| Last Date Application Fee Payment | 04 Jul 2019 |
| Download Call Letter for Pre-Exam Training- Officer Scale-I | July 2019 |
| Pre-Exam Training for Officer Scale-I | 21 Jul -26 Jul 2019 |
| Download Call Letters for Pre- Exam Training- Office Assistant | July 2019 |
| Pre-Exam Training for Office Assistant | 27 Jul – 01 Aug 2019 |
| Download Call Letters for Preliminary | To be announced |
| Preliminary Examination | Officer Scale I – 03, 04, 11 Aug 2019 Office Assistants – 17, 18 & 25 Aug 2019 |
| Result of Preliminary Examination | Officer Scale I – August 2019 Office Assistants – September 2019 |
| Download Call letter for Main/Single Exam | September 2019 |
| Online Examination – Main / Single Officers (I, II & III) | Officer Scale I – 22 Sep 2019 Office Assistant – 29 Sep 2019 |
| Declaration of Result – Main/Single Exam (For Officers Scale I, II and III) | October 2019 |
| Download of call letters for interview (For Officers Scale I, II and III) | October 2019 |
| Conduct of Interview | November 2019 |
| Provisional Allotment [For Officers Scale I, II and III & Office Assistant. (Multipurpose)] | January 2020 |
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Eligibility Criteria for IBPS RRB Recruitment 2019
Before going ahead with the application form, a candidate needs to make sure he/she is eligible for the examination. IBPS has listed criteria to make it easy for candidates to check their eligibility. Following are the criteria for eligibility in IBPS RRB 2019 examination:
- Nationality/Citizenship of a candidate
A candidate should be a citizen of India or a subject of Nepal or Bhutan. A Tibetan Refugee (who arrived in India before 1st January 1962) is also eligible to fill the application. Person of Indian origin who have migrated to India and plan to permanently settle down in India are also welcome to fill the application form.
2. Age (as on 01.06.2019)
| Post | Minimum Age | Maximum Age |
| Officer Scale-III (Senior Manager) | Above 21 years (on or after 03 Jun 1979) | Below 40 Years (on or before 31 May 1998) |
| For Officer Scale-II (Manager) | Above 21 Years (on or after 03 Jun 1987) | Below 32 Years (on or before 31 May 1998) |
| Officer Scale-I (Assistant Manager) | Above 18 Years (on or after 03 Jun 1989) | Below 30 Years (on or before 31 May 2001) |
| Office Assistant (Multipurpose) | Above 18 Years (on or after 02 Jun 1991) | Below 28 Years (on or before 01 Jun 2001) |
Age relaxation is as follows:
| Category | Age relaxation |
| Scheduled Caste / Scheduled Tribe | 5 years |
| Other Backward Classes | 3 years |
| Persons With Benchmark Disability | 10 years |
| Ex-Servicemen / Disabled Ex-Servicemen for the post of Office Assistant (Multipurpose |
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| Ex-Servicemen (including ECOs/ SSCOs) with 5 years service for the post of Officers | 5 years |
| Widows, divorced women, and women legally separated (not married again) for the Office Assistant (Multipurpose) | 9 years |
| Domicile of State of Jammu & Kashmir
(01 Jan 1980 to 31 Dec 1989) |
5 years |
| Persons affected by 1984 riots | 5 years |
3. Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (Reservation)
Persons with benchmark disabilities are eligible for reservation under section 34 of The Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016. Following categories are mentioned under the Act:
- Blindness and low vision
- Deaf and hard of hearing
- Locomotor disability like cerebral palsy. leprosy cured, dwarfism, acid attack victims and muscular dystrophy
- Autism, intellectual disability, specific learning disability, and mental illness
4. Educational Qualifications & Experience (as on or before 04.07.2019)
To be eligible for the IBPS RRB 2019 examination, a candidate needs to have educational qualifications from Government approved university / institution / board. Check the following for more details about qualification:
| Post | Educational Qualification | Experience |
| Office Assistant (Multipurpose) | Bachelor’s degree in any discipline. Proficiency in the local language is preferred. Working knowledge of computer is desirable | N/A |
| Officer Scale-I (Assistant Manager) | Bachelor’s degree in any discipline. Preferred degree in Agriculture, Horticulture, Forestry, Animal Husbandry, Veterinary Science, Agricultural Engineering, Pisciculture, Agricultural Marketing and Cooperation, Information Technology, Management, Law, Economics or Accountancy. Proficiency in the local language. Working knowledge of computer is desirable. | N/A |
| Officer Scale-II – General Banking Officer (Manager) | Bachelor’s degree in any discipline. A minimum of 50% marks in aggregate. Preferred degree in Banking, Finance, Marketing, Agriculture, Horticulture, Forestry, Animal Husbandry, Veterinary Science, Agricultural Engineering, Pisciculture, Agricultural Marketing & Cooperation, Information Technology, Management, Law, Economics, or Accountancy. | Officer in a bank or financial institution with 2 years experience. |
| Officer Scale-II – Specialist Officers (Manager) | Information Technology Officer: Bachelor’s degree in Electronics/Communication/Computer Science/Information Technology or its equivalent. A minimum of 50% marks in aggregate. Certificate in ASP, PHP, C++, Java, VB, VC, OCP, etc is desirable. | 1 Year |
| Officer Scale-II – Specialist Officers (Manager) | Chartered Accountant: Certified Associate (CA) from Institute of Chartered Accountants of India. | 1 Year |
| Officer Scale-II – Specialist Officers (Manager) | Law Officer: Degree from a recognized University in Law or its equivalent. A minimum of 50% marks in aggregate. | 2 years as an advocate or should have worked as a Law Officer in Banks or Financial Institutions. |
| Officer Scale-II – Specialist Officers (Manager) | Treasury Manager: A Chartered Accountant or an MBA in Finance. | 1 Year |
| Officer Scale-II – Specialist Officers (Manager) | Marketing Officer: MBA in Marketing. | 1 Year |
| Officer Scale-II – Specialist Officers (Manager) | Agricultural Officer: Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Horticulture, Dairy, Animal Husbandry, Forestry, Veterinary Science, Agricultural Engineering, or Pisciculture. A minimum of 50% marks in aggregate. | 2 Years |
| Officer Scale-III (Senior Manager) | Bachelor’s degree in any discipline. A minimum of 50% marks in aggregate. Preferred Degree/Diploma in Banking, Finance, Marketing, Agriculture, Horticulture, Forestry, Animal Husbandry, Veterinary Science, Agricultural Engineering, Pisciculture, Agricultural Marketing & Cooperation, Information Technology, Management, Law, Economics, or Accountancy. | Minimum 5 years of experience as an officer in a bank or financial institutions. |
How To Apply for IBPS RRB 2019
Candidates need to keep in mind following when applying:
- Apply online by visiting IBPS Website
- Only use a valid email ID and an active mobile number
a. Documents Required for applying online
Candidate needs to keep the following documents ready:
- Scanned copy of photograph, signature, left thumb impression, and a hand-written declaration (jpeg format only)
- Proof of date of birth (Birth Certificate)
- Photo identity proof
- Mark sheet/transfer certificate
- Experience certificate
- Caste certificate
- Disability certificate
- Service or discharge book for ex-servicemen
- No Objection Certificate for candidates working in Government / quasi-govt offices / Public Sector Undertakings
- Differently abled certificate
b. Applying Online for the IBPS RRB
- Visit website – www.ibps.in
- Locate and click on ‘Click here to apply online for CRP- RRBs Officers (Scale-I, II and III)’ or ‘Click here to apply online for CRP- RRBs- Office Assitant (Multipurpose)’
- Click on ‘Click here for new registration’ to register
- Steps to follow:
- Registration – Fill in basic information to register
- Registration Number & Password – Note down the details very carefully
- Profile Updation – Information such as personal information, educational qualifications, and declaration
- Online Application – Apply for the desired post
- Payment – Make online payment for the examination
- Download – One needs to download and print the application form
Admit Card for IBPS RRB 2019
IBPS will release call letter or admit card for RRB 2019 in two phases. The admit card for the preliminary exam will be out by July. Candidates need to regularly check the website for the latest updates. Call letters will not be sent through the post. Intimation regarding the call letter will be shared on the registered mobile number and email ID. Admit card or call letter for IBPS RRB is the most important document. This document contains the exam date, details about the candidate, time, and center. Candidate needs to visit the official website to download the letter. It is recommended to take a print of the IBPS RRB admit card.
Result for IBPS RRB 2019
Every phase in IBPS RRB examination is followed by a result. This motivates a candidate to perform better in the next phase. All results are released online for IBPS RRB. IBPS will first release the result of Preliminary examination. This is followed by the release of the main examination result. The process is concluded by releasing the result of the interview phase. To check the result, the candidates need to use the registration number and password.
Vacancies for IBPS RRB 2019
The IBPS plans to introduce a number of vacancies in various departments. The gap is created due to due retirement, new branches, and other reasons. All the interested aspirants can check the below table to check the Trends of Vacancies from the past years and the vacancy available for 2019:
| Particulars | Vacancies |
| RRB VIII (2019) | 7401 |
| RRB VII (2018) | 10200 |
| RRB VI (2017) | 15260 |
| RRB V (2016) | 18252 |
| RRB IV (2016) | 26570 |
Selection Process of IBPS RRB 2019
For IBPS RRB recruitment, the selection process consists of 2 phases. The first phase of the examination will take place online. The online examination is conducted in Hindi or English medium.
a. Selection Process for Recruitment
Selection method laid down by IBPS is very simple and easy to follow. Candidates just need to remember important dates. Here is the selection process:
For the post of Office Assistant:
- First, one needs to clear the preliminary examination
- A candidate will appear for the main examination
- After qualifying the main examination, a candidate will appear for the common interview phase
For the post of Officers Scale I:
- The prelim-qualifying candidates will appear for the main examination
- Shortlisted candidates from the main examination will appear for interview round
- Last round will be coordinated by Nodal Regional Rural Banks, under the guidance of NABARD and IBPS
For the post of Officers Scale II and Scale III:
- Candidates will appear for single online examination
- Shortlisted candidates from the single examination will appear for common interview
Online Examination Structure of IBPS RRB
As the name suggests, the candidates will appear for an online-based examination. This will consist of objective-style questions. This 80 marks exam will last for 45 minutes. Following is the structure:
i. Preliminary Examination
This is the first stage of the IBPS RRB examination. Following are the subjects covered in the exam:
ii. Main Examination
An objective-style exam that tests a candidate on various subjects. Following are the subjects one needs to work on:
Office Assistant (Multipurpose):
Officer Scale-I:
iii. Single Level Examination
Candidates with experience in the relevant field will appear for this particular exam.
Officer Scale-II (General Banking Officer):
Officer Scale-II (Specialist Cadre):
Officer Scale-III:
*Candidates can either opt for 4a or 4b
2. Interview
This is for the position of Officers (Scale I, II and III). Candidates will be called for the interview round after clearing the main examination. The Nodal Regional Rural Bank under the guidance of NABARD and IBPS will coordinate the interviews. Information related to the center, address of the venue, and time & date of interview will be on the official website. The candidate needs to download the call letter for more information. The interview is allocated 100 marks in the qualification process. Other important information is as follows:
- Minimum qualifying marks / scores in an interview for Officers Scale I, II and III is 40% (35% for SC / ST/OBC/PWD candidates).
- The relative weight-age (ratio) will be 80:20. IBPS will consider the scores of CWE and interview.
- Candidate needs to carry documents on the day of the interview
Syllabus for IBPS RRB Examination
The clear understanding of an exam pattern helps. Refer to the following table for clarity on the syllabus:
Pre-examination Training (Pet) – Arranged by the RRBs
Rural Regional Banks across India organize Pre-examination training. The training helps to level the field. Following are some details:
| Categories | Posts |
| Scheduled Caste / Scheduled Tribes / Minority Communities / Ex-Servicemen / Persons With Benchmark Disabilities | Office Assistant (Multipurpose) |
| Scheduled Caste / Scheduled Tribes / Minority Communities | Officer Scale-I |
Note:
- Candidates need to select this option on the online application
- RRBs will not bear a candidate’s expense related to travel, boarding, and lodging
Fees Details for IBPS RRB 2019
IBPS will release the last date for submitting the online application form soon. Read the above-mentioned information carefully to check eligibility and application submission process. Payment can be made using Debit Cards (RuPay/Visa/MasterCard/Maestro), Credit Cards, Internet Banking, IMPS, or Cash Cards/Mobile Wallets. Please refer to the following for details:
| Post | Category | Fees |
| Officer (Scale I, II & III) | SC/ST/PWD/EXSM candidates | Rs. 100/- |
| Officer (Scale I, II & III) | General/others | Rs. 600/- |
| Office Assistant (Multipurpose) | SC/ST/PWD/EXSM candidates | Rs. 100/- |
| Office Assistant (Multipurpose) | General/others | Rs. 600/- |
Note: Banks may charge GST and service charges, if applicable.
Participating Organisation in IBPS RRB 2019
Thousands of candidates appear for this prestigious recruitment every year. The candidates compete with each other on various aspects as well as for a limited amount of vacancies. Once the appointment is confirmed, a qualifying candidate earns a handsome salary with added goodies.
Here is a list of organizations that would take part in the recruitment process:
For More details on IBPS RRB 2019 –Download the Official Notification
