📅 Important Dates
Notification Released: August 2025
Online Registration Started: August 7, 2025
Original Last Date to Apply: September 21, 2025
Extended Last Date to Apply: September 28, 2025 (till 11:59 PM)
Fee Payment Window: Same as registration dates
Prelims Exam (Office Assistant & Officer Scale I): October 2025
Mains Exam (Scale I, II, III, and Office Assistant): November–December 2025
The one-week extension is crucial, as IBPS rarely extends dates unless there is heavy demand from candidates or technical bottlenecks.
🏦 Vacancy Distribution (Total 13,217 Posts)
The IBPS RRB 2025 notification covers Group “A” Officers (Scale I, II & III) and Group “B” Office Assistants. Approximate category-wise distribution is:
Office Assistant (Clerk): 6,200+ vacancies
Officer Scale I (PO): 5,000+ vacancies
Officer Scale II (Specialist/General Banking Officer): 1,200+ vacancies
Officer Scale III (Senior Manager): 700+ vacancies
This large-scale recruitment provides opportunities for graduates from various fields, including agriculture, IT, law, and finance.
📝 How to Apply Online at ibps.in
Candidates must carefully follow the steps to avoid rejection of forms:
Visit the official website: ibps.in
Click on the link “CRP RRBs XIII – Recruitment 2025 Apply Online”
Select your post (Office Assistant/Officer Scale I, II, or III)
Register with a valid email ID and mobile number
Fill in details such as personal information, academic qualifications, and experience
Upload scanned documents:
Photograph (20–50 KB, color, white background)
Signature (10–20 KB, black ink on white background)
Left thumb impression
Handwritten declaration (in English)
Pay the application fee online:
₹850 for General/OBC/EWS
₹175 for SC/ST/PwBD candidates
Submit the form and download the confirmation page
Tip: Always keep two printouts of your application and payment receipt for future reference.
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
Before applying, ensure that you meet the eligibility standards:
Nationality: Indian citizen
Age (as of July 1, 2025):
Office Assistant: 18–28 years
Officer Scale I: 18–30 years
Officer Scale II: 21–32 years
Officer Scale III: 21–40 years
(Age relaxation applies for reserved categories as per Govt. norms)
Educational Qualification:
Office Assistant/Officer Scale I: Graduation in any discipline
Officer Scale II: Graduation + specialization (Agriculture, IT, Law, CA, etc.) + 1–2 years’ experience
Officer Scale III: Graduation + minimum 5 years’ managerial experience
Language Proficiency: Candidates must know the local language of the RRB state/region they are applying for.
📘 Exam Pattern
Preliminary Exam (for Clerk & PO):
Reasoning – 40 Q, 40 marks
Quantitative Aptitude – 40 Q, 40 marks
Total: 80 Q, 80 marks (45 minutes)
Main Exam (for Clerk, PO & Officers):
Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, General Awareness, English/Hindi Language, Computer Knowledge
Scale II & III include professional knowledge questions.
Selection Process:
Office Assistant: Prelims + Mains + Proficiency in local language
Officer Scale I: Prelims + Mains + Interview
Officer Scale II & III: Single exam + Interview
🔑 Why This Extension Matters
Higher Participation: Many candidates from rural/semi-urban regions faced internet connectivity issues during initial deadlines.
Document Readiness: Applicants had more time to collect category certificates, handwritten declarations, and other essential papers.
Balanced Competition: With 13,217 posts, more applicants now stand a chance, but competition remains stiff due to high applicant volume.
📌 Key Tips for Candidates
Apply Early: Don’t wait until the last date; heavy traffic may slow the site.
Check Eligibility Twice: Submitting false or incomplete details may lead to disqualification.
Prepare Local Language Proof: Be ready for language proficiency tests.
Focus on Prelims Strategy: Since cut-offs are usually high, accuracy matters more than attempting all questions.
Use Mock Tests: Familiarize yourself with the online exam interface.
🧾 Conclusion
The extension of the IBPS RRB 2025 online application deadline to September 28 is a golden chance for aspirants who missed out earlier. With 13,217 vacancies across Office Assistants and Officer posts, this recruitment is among the biggest opportunities of the year. Candidates must act quickly, ensure correct application, and begin focused preparation for the October Prelims.
For official updates and direct application link, always rely on ibps.in. This extension might be the last — so apply without delay and secure your spot in India’s thriving Regional Rural Banks.
