The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has released the IBPS RRB 13th Recruitment 2024 for various posts in Rural Regional Banks (RRB). This recruitment provides an excellent opportunity for candidates seeking to work in the banking sector. The positions include Office Assistant, Officer Scale I, Officer Scale II, and Officer Scale III, offering over 8500+ vacancies. In this blog, we will provide an overview of important information, eligibility criteria, and the steps to apply.
Important Dates
Candidates must be aware of the key dates to avoid missing any important deadlines:
- Application Start Date: June 7, 2024
- Last Date to Apply Online: June 30, 2024
- Last Date to Pay Application Fee: June 30, 2024
- PET Admit Card Release: July 22, 2024
- Preliminary Exam Dates: August 2024
- Office Assistant Result: September 27, 2024
- Officer Scale I Phase II Mains Admit Card: September 13, 2024
- Officer Scale II and III Admit Card: September 19, 2024
Application Fee
Candidates are required to pay the following application fees:
- General/OBC: ₹850
- SC/ST/PH: ₹175
Payments can be made online through Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, Mobile Wallet, or E-Challan.
Age Limit (As of June 1, 2024)
Each position has specific age criteria:
- Office Assistant: 18-28 years
- Officer Scale I: 18-30 years
- Officer Scale II: 21-32 years
- Officer Scale III (Senior Manager): 21-40 years
Vacancy Details
A total of 9,995 vacancies are available across various posts. Here’s a breakdown of the vacancies:
- Office Assistant: 5,585 posts
- Officer Scale I: 3,499 posts
- Officer Scale II General Banking Officer: 496 posts
- Officer Scale II IT Officer: 94 posts
- Officer Scale II Chartered Accountant: 60 posts
- Officer Scale II Law Officer: 30 posts
- Officer Scale II Treasury Officer: 21 posts
- Officer Scale II Marketing Officer: 11 posts
- Officer Scale II Agriculture Officer: 70 posts
- Officer Scale III: 129 posts
Educational Qualifications and Experience
- Office Assistant: Candidates must have a Bachelor’s Degree in any stream from a recognized university.
- Officer Scale I: A Bachelor’s Degree in any stream is required.
- Officer Scale II (General Banking Officer): Bachelor’s Degree in any stream with at least 50% marks and two years of work experience.
- Officer Scale II (IT Officer): Bachelor’s Degree in Electronics/Communication/Computer Science/IT with at least 50% marks and one year of experience.
- Officer Scale II (Chartered Accountant): Passed CA exam from ICAI India with one year of experience.
- Officer Scale II (Law Officer): LLB degree with at least 50% marks and two years of advocacy experience.
- Officer Scale II (Treasury Officer): A degree in CA or MBA Finance with one year of experience.
- Officer Scale II (Marketing Officer): MBA in Marketing with one year of experience.
- Officer Scale II (Agriculture Officer): Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture, Horticulture, Dairy, Animal/Veterinary Science, or Agriculture Engineering with two years of experience.
- Officer Scale III: Bachelor’s Degree in any stream with at least 50% marks and five years of experience.
Category-Wise Vacancy Breakdown
Here’s the category-wise distribution of vacancies for some of the key posts:
| Post | Gen | EWS | OBC | SC | ST | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Office Assistant | 2332 | 536 | 1313 | 938 | 466 | 5585 |
| Officer Scale I | 1453 | 338 | 955 | 513 | 240 | 3499 |
| General Banking Officer | 201 | 43 | 140 | 77 | 35 | 496 |
| IT Officer Scale II | 54 | 3 | 23 | 11 | 3 | 94 |
| Chartered Accountant (CA) | 32 | 4 | 15 | 8 | 1 | 60 |
| Law Officer Scale II | 25 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 30 |
| Treasury Officer Scale II | 16 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 21 |
| Marketing Officer Scale II | 8 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 11 |
| Agriculture Officer Scale II | 33 | 6 | 18 | 9 | 4 | 70 |
| Officer Scale III | 66 | 10 | 34 | 13 | 6 | 129 |
How to Apply for IBPS RRB 13th Recruitment 2024
Candidates must follow these steps to apply online for the IBPS RRB XIII Exam:
- Start Date: The online application process started on June 7, 2024, and ended on June 30, 2024.
- Eligibility Criteria: Ensure you meet the eligibility criteria for the desired post.
- Document Preparation: Keep your necessary documents such as ID Proof, Eligibility Certificates, Address Proof, and other required documents ready.
- Document Scanning: Make sure to have scanned copies of documents like photos, signatures, ID proofs, and others.
- Final Check: Before submitting the form, review all details carefully.
- Fee Payment: If applicable, pay the application fee before the last date.
- Application Submission: After completing the application form, take a printout for future reference.
Admit Card and Result Details
- The Phase II Mains Admit Card for Office Assistant is now available for download.
- The Officer Scale I Phase II Mains Admit Card was released on September 13, 2024.
- Officer Scale II and III Admit Cards were made available on September 19, 2024.
- Candidates can download the Office Assistant Result from September 27, 2024.
To access the admit cards and results, candidates should visit the official IBPS website and enter their login credentials. These documents are crucial for entering the examination hall and verifying your result status.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: What is the last date to apply for IBPS RRB 13th Recruitment 2024?
A1: The last date to apply online was June 30, 2024.
Q2: How many vacancies are available for the Office Assistant post?
A2: There are 5,585 vacancies for the Office Assistant post.
Q3: What is the application fee for general category candidates?
A3: The application fee for general and OBC candidates is ₹850.
Q4: When is the admit card for Officer Scale I Mains available?
A4: The admit card for Officer Scale I Phase II Mains was made available on September 13, 2024.
Q5: What is the age limit for applying to the Officer Scale II post?
A5: The age limit for Officer Scale II is 21 to 32 years.
Q6: How can I check my Office Assistant result?
A6: You can check your Office Assistant result on the official IBPS website starting from September 27, 2024.
Q7: What are the educational qualifications for the IT Officer Scale II post?
A7: A Bachelor’s Degree in Electronics, Communication, Computer Science, or Information Technology with at least 50% marks is required.
Q8: How can I download the admit card?
A8: You can download the admit card by visiting the official IBPS website and logging in with your credentials.
Q9: Is there any experience required for Officer Scale III?
A9: Yes, candidates need at least **five years