IBPS RRB Officer Exam 2021

About IBPS RRB Officer Exam

The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection conducts the IBPS RRB Officer Scale-1 exam to recruit Assistant Managers in Regional Rural Banks (RRBs) across the country. Scale-1 officers are responsible for informing farmers about credit facilities, assessment of credit profiles and loan repayments, implementation and promotion of policies, and maintaining annual balance sheet and auditing.

IBPS RRB Officer Exam 2021 - Notification

The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has released the IBPS RRB PO Recruitment notification 2021 for the hiring of probationary officers in the Rural & Regional Banks across the country. This is one of the most sought-after exams by the aspirants preparing for the bank exams after the SBI PO. This article will provide you with important details regarding the recruitment process. You will be familiarised with the complete details starting from the eligibility, selection procedure, syllabus for the exam, and more.

IBPS RRB Officer Exam 2021 - Overview

IBPS RRB PO Important Dates

IBPS RRB PO 2021 Mock Test

IBPS RRB PO Mock Test Series 2021 have the following features:

• 20 IBPS RRB PO Prelims Mock Tests with Solutions
• 10 IBPS RRB PO Mains Mock Tests with Solutions
• 100+ sectional & Topics Tests for Practice
• This mock test series is created by Subject matter experts
• Analyse your performance using our AI-Based Detailed Performance Analysis
• These mock tests will help you identify your strong and weak areas

IBPS RRB PO/Officer 2021 – Vacancies

The vacancy for IBPS RRB Clerk/Assistant is released for the year 2021. This year a total of 5895 vacancies has been released for the office assistant post.

IBPS RRB Officer Exam Pattern

The selection of Assistant Managers happens in 3 stages: Preliminary Exam, Main Exam, Interview round

IBPS RRB Officer Prelims Exam

IBPS RRB Officer Scale 1 Mains Exam

IBPS RRB Officer Eligibility Criteria

Age Criteria

• Minimum: 18 years
• Maximum: 30 years

Educational Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized University or its equivalent.
• Preference will be given to the candidates having a degree in Agriculture, Horticulture, Forestry, Animal Husbandry, Veterinary Science, Agricultural Engineering, Pisciculture, Agricultural Marketing and Cooperation, Information Technology, Management, Law, Economics or Accountancy;
• Proficiency in the local language as prescribed by the participating RRB/s*
• Desirable: working knowledge of Computer.

IBPS RRB Officer Application Process

Prerequisites for Applying Online

Before applying online, candidates should,

• Scan their signature and photographs. The candidate must ensure that both the photograph (4.5 cms x 3.5 cms) and signature adhere to the specifications mentioned.
• CAPITAL LETTERS signature will not be accepted
• Keep the necessary details/documents ready to make the online payment.
• Must have a valid personal email ID. This should be maintained until the completion of the recruitment process.

Application Fees/ Intimation Charges

Note: Candidates have the option of making the payment of requisite fees/ intimation charges through the ONLINE mode only.

• Rs. 175/- for SC/ST/PWD candidates.
• Rs. 850 /- for all others.

Steps to Apply for IBPS RRB Officer Exam Online

• Step 1 - Go to www.ibps.in website
• Step 2 - Click on the homepage
• Step 3 - Open 'CRP for RRBs' and click 'Click here to apply online for CRP RRB Officers (Scale I, II and III) to open the online application form.
• Step 4 - Click on 'Click here for new registration' and register by entering basic information. A provisional registration number and password is displayed on the screen. Note this down. The registration number and password is also sent by SMS and Email.
• Step 5 - Upload photograph and signature as per specifications
• Step 6 - Indicate state for provisional allotment.
• Step 7 - Before submitting use 'save and next' to verify and modify details if required
• Step 8 - Hit the 'Final Submit' button once you have verified your details
• Step 9 - Pay the fee/intimation charges online.

IBPS RRB PO Syllabus 2021

IBPS RRB PO Reasoning Syllabus

The topics asked in reasoning are as follows:

IBPS RRB PO Quantitative Aptitude Syllabus

The questions asked from the quant topics are as follows:

IBPS RRB PO Computer Knowledge Syllabus

The questions asked from the computer knowledge section are based on the below topics:

IBPS RRB PO English Language Syllabus

The different topics asked in English Language are as follows:

IBPS RRB PO Hindi Language Syllabus

The questions asked in Hindi Langauge are from the below topics:

IBPS RRB PO General Awareness Syllabus

The General Awareness questions in IBPS RRB PO mains are from the following topics:

IBPS RRB Salary For Different Posts

The In-hand IBPS RRB salary for the different Assistant & Officer Scale posts are as follows:

IBPS RRB Officer Scale 1 Salary

IBPS RRB Salary varies depending on the posts. IBPS RRB officers can expect an amount of Rs. 43,000/- to 47,000/- for the PO posts. Below is the detailed description of the salary of the scale 1 IBPS RRB PO.

• The starting Basic pay for IBPS RRB Officer Scale 1 is 23,700/-
• The In-hand Salary at present varies from Rs.43,000 – 47,000 at 100% D.A.
• After the selection of the candidate for the post of Officer Scale-I, he/she will need to undergo training for 2 years under the probationary period. During the probationary period, the candidate will receive a fixed amount that is usually less than the normal pay scale.
• After completion of the probationary period, the candidates will be promoted to the Assistant Manager post.

IBPS RRB PO Salary | Basic Pay & In-hand Salary

IBPS RRB Officer Scale- I or PO Pay Scale is Rs. 23700 – 980/7 – 30560 – 1145/2 – 32850 – 1310/7 – 42021.

Perks and allowances of IBPS RRB Officer Scale 1 Post

Apart from the basic pay, the officers are entitled to the following allowances and perks:

1. Dearness Allowance
2. Special Allowance
3. House Rent Allowance / Leased Accommodation
4. Conveyance Allowance
5. Furniture Allowance
6. Household Cleaning Expenses
7. Leave Encashment
8. Leave Travel Concession
9. Medical Reimbursement
10. National Pension Scheme
11. Newspaper Allowance
12. Travelling Allowance

IBPS RRB PO Allowances in percentage form is as follows:

Additional Benefits

The benefits of the IBPS PO RRB Officer Scale-I (PO) post are numerous. Stress and work pressure are relatively less in comparison to commercial banks. Employees have a good work-life balance. The cost of living is low since employees get posted in rural areas. Employees are eligible for 100% D.A. Employees can be deputed to other departments in Govt. sector under exchange programs.