This is a massive opportunity for graduates across India looking for the latest government bank jobs (Sarkari Naukri). The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has released the official notification for the Common Recruitment Process for Regional Rural Banks (CRP RRBs-XIV) for thousands of vacancies for Officers and Office Assistants.
Job Summary
The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has invited online applications for its 14th Common Recruitment Process (CRP) to fill vacancies for Group 'A' Officers (Scale-I, II, and III) and Group 'B' Office Assistants (Multipurpose) in various Regional Rural Banks (RRBs) across the country. This is one of the biggest banking recruitment drives of the year.
The selection process will involve online examinations (Preliminary and Main) and interviews for officer posts. For the Office Assistant post, selection will be based on the Main examination only. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates seeking a stable and rewarding career in the banking sector. The participating bank for Maharashtra is the **Maharashtra Gramin Bank**.
Important Dates (Tentative Schedule)
| Activity | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application & Fee Payment Period | 01 Sep 2025 to 21 Sep 2025 |
| Preliminary Exam for Officers & Office Assistants | November / December 2025 |
| Main/Single Exam for Officers & Office Assistants | December 2025 / February 2026 |
| Interviews for Officers (Scale I, II, III) | January / February 2026 |
| Provisional Allotment | February / March 2026 |
Vacancy Details for Maharashtra
The indicative vacancies for the **Maharashtra Gramin Bank** are as follows:
- Office Assistants (Multipurpose): 100 Posts
- Officers Scale-I: 100 Posts
(Vacancies for other posts and states are available in the detailed notification).
Eligibility Criteria Summary
- Office Assistant (Multipurpose) & Officer Scale-I: A Bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognized university. Proficiency in the local language (Marathi) is required.
- Officer Scale-II (General Banking): A Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 50% marks and two years of experience as an officer in a Bank or Financial Institution.
- Officer Scale-II (Specialist): Requires a specific professional degree (e.g., IT, CA, Law, MBA) and relevant work experience.
- Officer Scale-III (Senior Manager): A Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 50% marks and a minimum of 5 years of experience as an officer in a Bank or Financial Institution.
For detailed age limits and educational qualifications for each post, please refer to the official notification.
Application Fee
- Officer (Scale I, II & III):
- ₹175/- for SC/ST/PwBD candidates.
- ₹850/- for all others.
- Office Assistant (Multipurpose):
- ₹175/- for SC/ST/PwBD/ESM/DESM candidates.
- ₹850/- for all others.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1: What is IBPS RRB?
A1: IBPS RRB stands for the Institute of Banking Personnel Selection - Regional Rural Banks. It is a common recruitment process conducted by IBPS once a year to select candidates for various posts in Gramin Banks across India.
Q2: Is this a permanent government job?
A2: Yes, these are permanent government-sector jobs in Regional Rural Banks (RRBs), which are government-owned scheduled commercial banks.
Q3: Can I apply for both the Officer and Office Assistant posts?
A3: Yes. The notification clearly states that a candidate can apply for the post of Office Assistant (Multipurpose) and can also apply for a post in the Officer's cadre. However, you can only apply for ONE post within the Officer's cadre (either Scale-I, Scale-II, or Scale-III).
Q4: What is the salary of an IBPS RRB Officer Scale-I?
A4: While the exact salary varies by bank and location, the in-hand salary for an IBPS RRB Officer Scale-I (Assistant Manager) is typically in the range of ₹50,000 to ₹60,000 per month, including allowances.
Q5: Which bank will I get if I apply from Maharashtra?
A5: The participating Regional Rural Bank for Maharashtra in this recruitment is the **Maharashtra Gramin Bank**.
Q6: Is there negative marking in the exam?
A6: Yes, the official notification states that there will be a penalty for wrong answers. For each incorrect answer, one-fourth (0.25) of the marks assigned to that question will be deducted.
Q7: What is the last date to apply online?
A7: The last date to complete the online application and pay the fee is September 21, 2025.
📄 Official Notification / Main Page: https://www.ibps.in/index.php/rural-bank-xiv/