IBPS RRB Officer Scale I (RRB PO) Eligibility 2026
Who can apply for IBPS RRB Officer Scale I (RRB PO) in 2026 — the age limit, educational qualification, nationality and attempt rules as specified by Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS). Always confirm against the official notification before applying.
Officer Scale I (IBPS RRB PO)
- Age
- 18 to 30 years as on the cut-off date specified in the notification (typically 1st June of the recruitment year). Age relaxation: SC/ST +5 years (up to 35), OBC (non-creamy layer) +3 years (up to 33), PwBD +10 years over and above category relaxation, Ex-servicemen relaxation as per Government rules.
- Education
- A graduate degree (in any discipline) from a recognised university OR its equivalent recognised by Central Government. Preference is given to candidates with a degree in Agriculture, Horticulture, Forestry, Animal Husbandry, Veterinary Science, Agricultural Engineering, Pisciculture, Marketing & Agriculture, Co-operation OR Information Technology, Management, Law, Economics, Accountancy. Computer literacy — operating and working knowledge of computer systems — is mandatory. Local Language proficiency in the Opted State/UT (read, write, speak the official local language) is MANDATORY — a candidate must have studied the local language at least up to Class 10 OR must demonstrate equivalent proficiency at the joining stage.
- Nationality
- Citizen of India OR subject of Nepal/Bhutan OR Tibetan refugee who came to India before 1 January 1962 with intent of permanently settling in India OR person of Indian origin migrated from specified countries with intent of permanently settling in India. Categories (b)-(d) require an eligibility certificate from the Government of India.
- Attempts
- NO maximum attempt limit — a candidate may appear any number of times within the prescribed age band. Application fee: Rs 175 for SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-servicemen; Rs 850 for all other categories (indicative — to be confirmed against the current cycle's notification).
IBPS RRB Officer Scale I (RRB PO) eligibility — common questions
What is the educational qualification for IBPS RRB Officer Scale I (RRB PO)?
A graduate degree (in any discipline) from a recognised university OR its equivalent recognised by Central Government. Preference is given to candidates with a degree in Agriculture, Horticulture, Forestry, Animal Husbandry, Veterinary Science, Agricultural Engineering, Pisciculture, Marketing & Agriculture, Co-operation OR Information Technology, Management, Law, Economics, Accountancy. Computer literacy — operating and working knowledge of computer systems — is mandatory. Local Language proficiency in the Opted State/UT (read, write, speak the official local language) is MANDATORY — a candidate must have studied the local language at least up to Class 10 OR must demonstrate equivalent proficiency at the joining stage.
What is the age limit for IBPS RRB Officer Scale I (RRB PO)?
18 to 30 years as on the cut-off date specified in the notification (typically 1st June of the recruitment year). Age relaxation: SC/ST +5 years (up to 35), OBC (non-creamy layer) +3 years (up to 33), PwBD +10 years over and above category relaxation, Ex-servicemen relaxation as per Government rules.
Do I need to be an Indian citizen to apply for IBPS RRB Officer Scale I (RRB PO)?
Citizen of India OR subject of Nepal/Bhutan OR Tibetan refugee who came to India before 1 January 1962 with intent of permanently settling in India OR person of Indian origin migrated from specified countries with intent of permanently settling in India. Categories (b)-(d) require an eligibility certificate from the Government of India.
Are there attempt limits or extra requirements for IBPS RRB Officer Scale I (RRB PO)?
NO maximum attempt limit — a candidate may appear any number of times within the prescribed age band. Application fee: Rs 175 for SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-servicemen; Rs 850 for all other categories (indicative — to be confirmed against the current cycle's notification).
Where should I confirm my IBPS RRB Officer Scale I (RRB PO) eligibility?
Always check against the official Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) notification — eligibility rules can change from one cycle to the next. The official links are at the bottom of this page.
Official sources
Every figure on this page traces back to the official notification. Rules change from cycle to cycle — confirm before you apply.
IBPS — Official Website (notifications, calendar, results) · IBPS Online Application Portal (CRP-RRBs applications, admit cards) · IBPS Common Recruitment Process — CRP RRBs Section · NABARD (Regulator-supervisor for RRBs) · Reserve Bank of India (primary source for banking awareness)
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