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The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has announced recruitment for 13,706 posts across Regional Rural Banks (RRBs) nationwide; the application process begins today, September 1. A detailed recruitment notification has been released. Recruitment is being conducted for the posts of Clerk and Officer (Scales 1, 2, and 3). This is a major opportunity for young aspirants waiting for recruitment in the banking sector. Applications for this recruitment drive can be submitted until September 21. Let us look at the required qualifications and the number of vacancies for each post.

**Important Dates to Note**
Start of online applications: September 1, 2026
Last date for form submission and fee payment: September 21, 2026
RRB PO (Scale 1) Prelims Exam: November 21 and 22, 2026
RRB Clerk Prelims Exam: December 6, 12, and 13, 2026
RRB PO (Scale 1, 2 & 3) Mains Exam: December 20, 2026
RRB Clerk Mains Exam: January 30, 2027

**Vacancy Details by Post**
Office Assistant (Clerk): 8,183 posts
Officer Scale I (PO): 4,256 posts
Officer Scale II & III (Manager and Expert posts): Remaining posts

**Who Can Apply?**
Regarding educational qualifications, a graduation degree in any discipline from a recognized university is mandatory for Clerk and PO (Scale I) posts. Candidates must also possess knowledge of the local language of the state or rural bank region they are applying to. For Scale II and III posts, a degree in the relevant field is required.

**Age Limit for Each Post**
Regarding the age limit, candidates aged between 18 and 28 years can apply for Clerk posts. For the PO post, the age limit is set between 18 and 30 years. Candidates aged 21 to 32 years can apply for the Officer Scale-2 (Manager) post, while those aged 21 to 40 years can apply for the Officer Scale-3 post. Age relaxation will be provided to reserved categories as per the rules.

How to apply?
First, visit the official IBPS website at www.ibps.in
Click on the 'CRP RRBs' section
Click on the 'New Registration' link and register using your name, mobile number, and email
Fill out the application form carefully and upload your photograph, signature, etc.
Submit the form after paying the fee and make sure to take a printout

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