The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) launched its Rural Regional Bank (RRB) XIII Recruitment 2024, offering opportunities for roles such as Office Assistant, Officer Scale I, Officer Scale II, and Officer Scale III. Candidates interested in these positions could apply online from June 7, 2024, to June 30, 2024, with the application window extended from the initial deadline of June 27 to June 30, 2024. This recruitment drive targeted a total of 9,995 vacancies across various categories, catering to graduates with diverse qualifications and experience levels. Aspirants were advised to consult the official notification for comprehensive details on eligibility, selection procedures, and post-specific requirements before applying, ensuring they met the age and educational criteria.

• Key Dates:

  • Application Start: June 7, 2024

  • Application Deadline: June 30, 2024

  • Last Date to Pay Exam Fee: June 30, 2024

  • Preliminary Exam Date: August 2024

  • Admit Card Availability: Released before the exam

  • Phase II Exam: As per schedule

• Application Fees:

  • General / OBC: ₹850

  • SC / ST / PH: ₹175

  • Payment Options: Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, Mobile Wallet, E-Challan, or Cash Card

• Age Limit (as of June 1, 2024):

  • Office Assistant: 18–28 years

  • Officer Scale I: 18–30 years

  • Officer Scale II (Various Posts): 21–32 years

  • Officer Scale III (Senior Manager): 21–40 years

  • Age relaxation as per IBPS RRB XIII rules

• Vacancy Details (Total: 9,995 Posts):

  • Office Assistant: 5,585

  • Officer Scale I: 3,499

  • Officer Scale II (General Banking Officer): 496

  • Officer Scale II (IT Officer): 94

  • Officer Scale II (Chartered Accountant): 60

  • Officer Scale II (Law Officer): 30

  • Officer Scale II (Treasury Officer): 21

  • Officer Scale II (Marketing Officer): 11

  • Officer Scale II (Agriculture Officer): 70

  • Officer Scale III: 129

• Eligibility Criteria:

  • Office Assistant & Officer Scale I: Bachelor’s degree in any discipline.

  • Officer Scale II (General Banking): Bachelor’s degree with 50% marks + 2 years of experience.

  • Officer Scale II (IT): Degree in Electronics/Communication/Computer Science/IT with 50% marks + 1 year of experience.

  • Officer Scale II (CA): Chartered Accountant (CA) from ICAI + 1 year of experience.

  • Officer Scale II (Law): LLB with 50% marks + 2 years of advocacy experience.

  • Officer Scale II (Treasury): CA or MBA in Finance + 1 year of experience.

  • Officer Scale II (Marketing): MBA in Marketing + 1 year of experience.

  • Officer Scale II (Agriculture): Degree in Agriculture/Horticulture/Dairy/Veterinary Science/Engineering + 2 years of experience.

  • Officer Scale III: Bachelor’s degree with 50% marks + 5 years of experience.

• Steps to Apply Online:

  • Visit the IBPS official website and locate the RRB XIII 2024 recruitment section.

  • Review the notification for eligibility, age limits, and selection details.

  • Collect required documents, including ID proof, educational certificates, and a handwriting sample.

  • Prepare scanned copies of your photo, signature, ID, and thumb impression.

  • Fill out the online form between June 7 and June 30, 2024, ensuring accuracy.

  • Check the preview, submit the form, and pay the fee by June 30, 2024.

  • Print the final submitted application for your records.

As of March 30, 2025, this recruitment process has likely progressed beyond the preliminary and mains exams, with results possibly announced. Candidates who applied can monitor the IBPS website for updates, while those interested in future cycles can use this as a reference for preparation.