The IBPS RRB PO Notification 2025 invites eligible graduates to apply for Officer Scale I positions in Regional Rural Banks. Conducted by the Institute of Banking Personnel Selection, this notification outlines eligibility, selection stages, and crucial timelines, offering a structured pathway for candidates aiming for a rural banking career.


📊 IBPS RRB PO Notification 2025

FieldDetails
Vacancy5208
Post NameOfficer Scale I (Probationary Officer)
OrganizationInstitute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS)
EducationBachelor’s degree in any discipline
Age Limit18–30 years (relaxation for reserved categories)
Salary₹48,480 basic (~₹74,000 gross/in-hand with allowances)

🗓️ Important Dates

  • Notification Release Date: 30-06-2025
  • Starting Date for Apply Online: 01-07-2025
  • Last Date for Apply Online: 21-07-2025
  • IBPS PO Prelims Exam Date 2025: 17, 23, 24-08-2025
  • IBPS PO Mains Exam Date 2025: 12-10-2025

📋 Posts, Vacancy & Eligibility

PostVacancyEligibility (Education, Age, Salary)
Officer Scale I (PO)5208Bachelor’s degree; age 18–30 (relaxations applicable); salary Rs 48480-2000/7-62480-2340/2-67160-2680/7-85920

🔗 Important Links

Apply OnlineClick Here
NotificationClick here
Official WebsiteClick here

🎓 Education, Age Limit & Salary Details

To apply for the IBPS RRB PO Notification 2025, candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized university. The age limit is 18 to 30 years for the general category, with upper-age relaxation permitted for SC, ST, OBC, PwBD, and Ex-servicemen. The basic salary is ₹48,480 (Level 8), and with allowances such as DA, HRA, SPL, and TA, the gross monthly salary touches approximately ₹80,437, resulting in a take-home of around ₹74,561


IBPS PO Prelims Exam Pattern 2025

The IBPS PO preliminary examination has a duration of 20 minutes for each section, which will be conducted in online mode. It consists of 3 sections with a total of 100 questions and a maximum score of 100 marks. There is a negative marking in the IBPS PO pre-exam and 0.25 marks are deducted for each wrong answer. Candidates must clear the cut-off in all 3 sections to qualify for the IBPS PO Main exam. The section-wise details are given below:

IBPS PO Prelims Exam Pattern 2025
S.No.Name of Tests(ObjectiveNo. of QuestionsMaximum MarksDuration
1English Language303020 minutes
2Numerical Ability353020 minutes
3Reasoning Ability354020 minutes
Total10010060 minutes

Candidates have to qualify in each of the three tests by securing minimum cut-off marks to be decided by IBPS. The adequate number of candidates in each category as decided by IBPS depending upon requirements will be shortlisted for Online Main Examination.

IBPS PO Mains Exam Pattern 2025

The IBPO PO Main exam is also conducted online, it has 5 (4+1) sections with a total score of 200+25 marks and a total duration of 160+30 minutes. IBPS will be conducting a descriptive paper in its mains exam for the selection of candidates for the post of Probationary Officer. The sections must be attempted in the same order and the allotted time as mandated at the time of the exam. A candidate has to clear both preliminary and mains examinations to be eligible for the interview process.

IBPS PO Mains Exam Pattern 2025
S.No.Name of Tests(ObjectiveNo. of QuestionsMaximum MarksDuration
1Reasoning406050 minutes
2English Language354040 minutes
3Data Analysis & Interpretation355045 minutes
4General/ Economy/ Banking Awareness / Digital/ Financial Awareness including RBI circulars355025 minutes
Total145200160 minutes
5English Language (Letter Writing & Essay)22530 minutes

🖥️ Online Application Process

Steps to apply:

  1. Visit the IBPS online portal and register with a valid email and mobile number.

  2. Log in and select the IBPS RRB PO Notification 2025.

  3. Complete the application form with personal and educational details.

  4. Upload scanned photographs and signature in prescribed format.

  5. Pay the application fee online.

  6. Submit the form and download the confirmation page for records.


🎫 Admit Card & Exam Dates

For the IBPS RRB PO Notification 2025, admit cards will be released approximately 10–15 days before the exam. Prelims are scheduled for 22–23 November 2025, Mains on 28 December 2025, followed by interviews in late 2025


📊 Answer Key & Result

After the prelims, IBPS releases a provisional answer key, allowing candidates to challenge discrepancies. Following resolution, final keys are published, and results are declared. Shortlisted candidates proceed to Mains, and a combined merit list of Mains + Interview forms the final selection.


❓ FAQs

Q1. What is the qualification required for IBPS RRB PO Notification 2025?
A bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized university is mandatory.

Q2. What is the age limit for IBPS RRB PO posts?
Applicants should be between 18–30 years, with applicable relaxations for reserved categories.

Q3. Is there negative marking in the IBPS RRB PO exam?
Yes, 0.25 marks are deducted for every incorrect answer in both Prelims and Mains stages.

Q4. When are the exams scheduled for IBPS RRB PO 2025?
Prelims will be held on 22–23 November 2025, and Mains on 28 December 2025.

Q5. What is the salary of an IBPS RRB PO?
Basic pay starts at ₹48,480. With allowances, a PO can expect roughly ₹80,437 gross and ₹74,561 take-home each month

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