Detailed IBPS RRB PO & Clerk Notification 2026 Out on 1 Sep

The IBPS RRB PO & Clerk 2026 detailed notification has been released on 1 September 2026. A total of 4,256 vacancies have been announced for RRB PO (Scale I) and 8,183 vacancies for Office Assistants (Multipurpose). 

The RRB PO Prelims will be held on 21 and 22 November 2026, followed by the Mains on 20 December 2026. The RRB Clerk Prelims are scheduled for 6, 12, and 13 December 2026, while the Mains will be conducted on 30 January 2027. 

Here are the key details you need to know about the IBPS RRB Clerk & PO 2026 recruitment.

IBPS RRB PO & Clerk 2026 Notification: Important Dates

IBPS RRB PO & Clerk 2026 Notification: Exam Dates

IBPS RRB PO & Clerk Vacancies 2026

A total of 4,256 vacancies have been announced for RRB PO (Scale I) and 8,183 vacancies for Office Assistants (Multipurpose). 

Here are the state-wise and category-wise RRB PO (Scale I) vacancies:  

Here are the state-wise and category-wise RRB Clerk Office Assistants (Multipurpose) vacancies:  

IBPS RRB PO & Clerk Registration 2026

The RRB Clerk 2026 application process has started on 1 September 2026 and will continue till 21 September 2026.

Important Note: If you are applying for both RRB PO and RRB Clerk, you need to fill separate application forms for each post and pay the applicable fee separately.

Follow these simple steps to apply:

• Step 1: Visit the official IBPS website.
• Step 2: Go to the “CRP RRBs XV” section
  • Click on “Apply Online for Office Assistants (Multipurpose)” to apply for the RRB Clerk post.
  • OR
  • Click on “Apply Online for Officer Scale I” to apply for the RRB PO post.
• Step 3: Click on “New Registration.”
• Step 4: Enter your name, mobile number, and email ID, and click Save & Next.
• Step 5: Upload your photograph, signature, left thumb impression, and handwritten declaration as per the required format.
• Step 6: Enter your personal, educational, and communication details.
• Step 7: Select your RRB preferences in the order you prefer.
• Step 8: Click Save & Next and check all the details.
• Step 9: Preview your application and verify the information carefully.
• Step 10: Pay the application fee through the available online payment options.
• Step 11: Submit the form and save a copy of the application for future reference.

IBPS RRB PO & Clerk Application Fee 2026

The application fee is separate for RRB PO and RRB Clerk. If you apply for both posts, you will need to pay the applicable fee for each post separately.

• SC/ST/PwBD: ₹175 per post
• All Other Categories: ₹850 per post

IBPS RRB PO & Clerk Eligibility Criteria 2026

Based on the detailed IBPS RRB PO & Clerk notification, here are the eligibility details:

RRB PO Age Limit

• Minimum Age: 18 years
• Maximum Age: 30 years
• Age will be calculated as of 1 September 2026.
• Age relaxation is available to eligible reserved and other categories as per the applicable rules.

RRB Clerk Age Limit

• Minimum Age: 18 years
• Maximum Age: 28 years
• Age will be calculated as of 1 September 2026.
• Age relaxation is available to eligible reserved and other categories as per the applicable rules.

RRB PO Educational Qualification

Candidates applying for RRB PO 2026 must have:

• Essential: A graduation degree in any discipline from a recognized university.
• Preferred: Candidates with a degree in any of the following fields may be given preference:
  • Agriculture
  • Horticulture
  • Forestry
  • Animal Husbandry
  • Veterinary Science
  • Agricultural Engineering
  • Pisciculture
  • Agricultural Marketing and Cooperation
  • Information Technology
  • Management
  • Law
  • Economics
  • Accountancy

RRB Clerk Educational Qualification 2026

Candidates must have:

• A Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized university.
• Proficiency in the local language of the RRB they are applying to.
• Working knowledge of computers is desirable.

IBPS RRB PO & Clerk Exam Pattern 2026

The IBPS RRB PO and Clerk exams have different selection processes.

RRB PO Selection Process

The RRB PO selection process has 3 stages:

• Prelims
• Mains
• Interview

RRB Clerk Selection Process

The RRB Clerk selection process has 2 stages:

• Prelims
• Mains

What Next? 

The IBPS RRB PO & Clerk 2026 recruitment is now open, with the detailed notification released on 1 September 2026. If you meet the eligibility criteria, apply before 21 September 2026 and avoid waiting until the last date.

With the exam dates approaching, this is the right time to move from planning to focused preparation. Create a realistic study plan, strengthen your basics, practise previous year questions, and take regular mock tests to track your progress.

Apply on time, start preparing now, and use every remaining day to improve your score.