To be eligible for IBPS RRB PO 2026, Officer Scale-I (Assistant Manager) candidates must hold a bachelor's degree in any discipline, preferably with knowledge in agriculture, IT, management, law, economics, or accountancy, and be 18–30 years old. Officer Scale-II (Manager/Specialist Officers) requires a bachelor's degree with at least 50% marks in relevant fields, along with 1–2 years of post-qualification experience, and an age of 21–32 years. Officer Scale-III (Senior Manager) candidates need a bachelor's degree with 50% marks, preferably in banking, finance, management, or related fields, with a minimum of 5 years' experience, and age 21–40 years.
What is the eligibility for IBPS RRB PO?
To be eligible for IBPS RRB PO, candidates must have a minimum bachelor's degree from a recognized university and meet the prescribed age, nationality, and work experience criteria for Officer Scale-I, II, and III. Candidates must also produce all required documents during verification and satisfy local language and computer knowledge requirements as applicable.
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What is the age limit for IBPS RRB PO Officer posts?
The minimum age varies by post: 18 years for Officer Scale-I and 21 years for Officer Scale-II and III. The maximum age depends on the scale and category, as shown below. The cutoff date for age calculation last year was 01.09.2025, and candidates should check the latest IBPS notification for this year's date.
| Post | Age Limit (General/EWS) | Date of Birth Range (Last Year) |
|---|
| Officer Scale-I (Assistant Manager) | 18–30 years | 02.09.1995 – 01.09.2007 |
| Officer Scale-II (Manager/Specialist Officer) | 21–32 years | 02.09.1993 – 01.09.2004 |
| Officer Scale-III (Senior Manager) | 21–40 years | 02.09.1985 – 01.09.2004 |
Age Relaxation for Reserved Categories
The age relaxation for the reserved categories is as per govt. rules.
- SC/ST: +5 years
- OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): +3 years
- Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD): +10 years
- Ex-Servicemen: Actual service period + 3 years (up to 50 years for SC/ST)
- Ex-Servicemen Commissioned Officers: +5 years
Note: Relaxations are cumulative with only one other category (PwBD/ESM/Widow) as permitted by the government.
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What is the educational qualification required for IBPS RRB PO?
Candidates must have a bachelor's degree from a recognized university to apply for Officer Scale-I, II, and III posts. Candidates should have passed their qualifying degree on or before the last date of online registration. Last year, the cutoff date was 21.09.2025; the latest IBPS notification will specify the updated date. Preference is given to certain professional degrees for Officer Scale-I and specialized posts under Scale-II and Scale-III.
| Post | Educational Qualification | Minimum Marks | Experience Required | Additional Info |
|---|
| Officer Scale-I | Bachelor's degree in any discipline | Not mandatory | None | Preference: Agriculture, IT, Management, Law, Economics, Accountancy; local language proficiency; basic computer knowledge |
| Officer Scale-II (General Banking Officer) | Bachelor's degree in any discipline | 50% | 2 years in bank/financial institution | Preference: Banking, Finance, IT, Agriculture, Management, Law, Economics, Accountancy |
| Officer Scale-II (IT Officer) | Bachelor's in IT/CS/Electronics/Communication | 50% | 1 year relevant | Desirable: ASP, PHP, C++, Java certificates |
| Officer Scale-II (Chartered Accountant) | CA/Certified Associate | 50% | 1 year relevant | - |
| Officer Scale-II (Law Officer) | Bachelor's in Law | 50% | 2 years as advocate/Law Officer | - |
| Officer Scale-II (Treasury Manager) | CA or MBA in Finance | 50% | 1 year relevant | - |
| Officer Scale-II (Marketing Officer) | MBA in Marketing | 50% | 1 year relevant | - |
| Officer Scale-II (Agricultural Officer) | B.Sc. in Agriculture/Horticulture/Dairy/Forestry/Veterinary Science/Agricultural Engineering/Pisciculture | 50% | 2 years relevant | - |
| Officer Scale-III | Bachelor's degree in any discipline | 50% | Minimum 5 years in bank/financial institutions | Preference: Banking, Finance, IT, Agriculture, Management, Law, Economics, Accountancy |
What nationality is eligible for IBPS RRB PO?
Candidates must be Indian citizens or eligible persons from Nepal, Bhutan, Tibetan refugees settled in India before January 1, 1962, or persons of Indian origin from select countries intending to permanently settle in India. For non-Indian applicants, a certificate of eligibility issued by the Government of India is required.
Is work experience mandatory for IBPS RRB PO?
Candidates applying for specialized positions under Officer Scale-II and Scale-III must have relevant work experience. The table below outlines the experience requirements:
| Post | Experience Required |
|---|
| Officer Scale-II (General Banking Officer) | Minimum 2 years as an officer in a financial institution |
| Officer Scale-II (Specialist Officer) | Varies by specialization (1–2 years) |
| Officer Scale-III (Senior Manager) | Minimum 5 years as an officer in a bank or financial institution |
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What documents are required for IBPS RRB PO verification?
Candidates must submit all relevant original and photocopy documents at the time of document verification, interview, or joining to prove their eligibility, including age, educational qualification, category, and other claims. Failure to produce valid documents at any stage may lead to disqualification.
- Valid government-issued ID proof (Aadhaar, PAN, Passport, etc.)
- Degree certificate and mark sheets from a recognized university
- Caste/Category certificate for reserved category applicants (SC/ST/OBC/EWS)
- Ex-Servicemen certificate, if applicable
- Disability certificate for PwBD candidates
- Income & Asset certificate for EWS candidates
- Proof of local language proficiency, if required
Key Takeaways
IBPS RRB PO eligibility requires candidates to meet educational, age, nationality, and experience criteria while producing all necessary documents.
- RRB Officer Scale-I: Bachelor's degree, age 18–30 years
- RRB Officer Scale-II: Bachelor's degree with 50% marks, age 21–32 years, 1–2 years experience
- RRB Officer Scale-III: Bachelor's degree with 50% marks, age 21–40 years, minimum 5 years experience
- Reserved category candidates get age relaxation as per government rules
- Candidates must produce ID, educational, category, PwBD, EWS, and local language documents
