IBPS RRB Exam Date 2024: Check Exam Timing, Duration & Schedule

IBPS RRB exam dates were announced along with the exam calendar. The prelims exam of IBPS RRB PO was conducted on August 3 and 4, 2024. The prelims exam of IBPS RRB Clerk was conducted successfully by IBPS. The single online exam for Officers Scale 2 and 3 will be conducted on September 29, 2024. IBPS RRB PO Mains exam was conducted for candidates who qualify the prelims exam. The exam was conducted on September 29, 2024. The Mains exam of IBPS RRB Clerk will be conducted on October 6, 2024. The single online exam for IBPS RRB Officers Scale 2 and 3 will be conducted on September 29, 2024. 

IBPS RRB PO 2024 prelims exam carried questions from two subjects-Reasoning and Quantitative Aptitude. The total marks allotted to the test are 80. The duration of the test was 45 minutes. There were no sectional timings in the exam. According to students, the overall difficulty level of the exam was easy to moderate. The Quant section was easy, whereas, the Reasoning section was moderate. Questions asked in the exam were based on the syllabus.

IBPS RRB PO prelims result 2024 was announced on September 13, 2024. The result was announced on the official website of IBPS. To download the IBPS RRB result, candidates need to enter registration number or roll number and date of birth or password. The scorecard is released few days after the declaration of result. The hard copy of the result is not sent to candidates post.

IBPS RRB PO prelims admit card 2024 has been released on July 24, 2024. IBPS RRB Clerk admit card 2024 was released on August 2. The admit card was released on the official website-ibps.in. The prelims admit card is released for all the registered candidates. To download IBPS RRB admit card for prelims exam, candidates need to enter registration number or roll number and date of birth or password. The hard copy of the admit card is not sent to candidates by post.

IBPS RRB 2025 application form will be released in June 7. Interested candidates are required to fill the application form online. The application fee is INR 850 for General and OBC candidates and INR 175 for SC/ST/PWD categories. Candidates are not required to send the hard copy of their application forms. IBPS RRB application form is released to fill up vacancies for the posts of Officers Scale 1, 2, 3 and Office Assistant. Before filling the application form, candidates must ascertain that they fulfill the eligibility criteria laid down by the examination authority for IBPS RRB exam.

The short notification for IBPS RRB 2024 exam was released on May 5, 2024. The detailed notification was released on June 7, 2024. IBPS RRB notification was released in PDF form and comprises information related to the exam dates, vacancies, participating banks, pattern, and syllabus. IBPS RRB is a national-level banking exam for recruitment of Group A-Officers (Scale-I, II & III) and Group B-Office Assistant (Multipurpose). Depending on the vacancies as per the business needs of the Regional Rural Banks, candidates shortlisted are provisionally allotted to one of the Regional Rural Banks keeping in view the merit-cum-preference.

The application fee for IBPS RRB exam is INR 850 for General and OBC candidates and INR 175 for SC/ST/PWD categories. Applicants need to pay the application fee online only. The payment can be made by using Debit Cards (RuPay/Visa/MasterCard/Maestro), Credit Cards, Internet Banking, IMPS, Cash Cards/ Mobile Wallets. After final submission, an additional page of the online application form is displayed wherein candidates may follow the instructions and fill in the requisite details. If the online transaction is not successfully completed then candidates are advised to login again with their provisional registration number and password and pay the application fees/intimation charges online. On successful completion of the transaction, an e-receipt is generated. Candidates are required to take a printout of the e-receipt and online application form
containing fee details. 

The tips and tricks to prepare for IBPS RRB Clerk exam are given below:

• To begin preparation for IBPS RRB Clerk exam, candidates need to first understand the exam pattern and syllabus
• Candidates should practice previous year question papers to gain understanding regarding the type of questions asked in the exam
• Candidates should also attempt section-wise and full length mock tests to increase speed and accuracy
• Candidates must refer to relevant study materials as per the syllabus
• Candidates should identify their strengths and weaknesses. They should work on improving their weak areas

IBPS RRB application form needs to be filled online. The application fee for the exam is accepted online only. The application process comprises different steps which candidates need to complete successfully or else their application forms will be rejected. The steps to fill IBPS RRB application form are given below:

• Applicants need to visit the official website of IBPS
• They need to click the ‘IBPS RRB Apply Online Link’ on the home page
•  Candidates need to first register for the exam by entering the basic details
• After registration, registration ID and password are generated
• Candidates need to upload the scanned photograph and signature
• Candidates need to proceed towards filling the detailed application form
• After filling the detailed application form, candidates need to preview and submit the same
• Candidates need to upload left thumb impression and handwritten declaration
• They need to pay the application fees and take the printout of the fee transaction receipt

The tips and tricks to prepare for IBPS RRB PO exam are given below:

• Candidates must understand the exam pattern and syllabus of the exam and focus on the areas where they need improvement
• Candidates must use the credible study materials such as books. Make sure to study from the latest edition of the books and resources to ensure that candidates have the most up-to-date information
• Take as many mock tests as candidates can. This help candidates understand the exam pattern and time management better
• Candidates should stay updated on current affairs
• Regular revision is essential to retain what candidates have learned. Make sure to revise what you have studied every day to ensure that you don't forget it
• Candidates should stay healthy and take proper rest
• Candidates must keep a positive approach towards preparation

IBPS RRB Clerk exam is conducted to select eligible candidates for the post of Clerks in the Regional Rural Banks. It is one of the most demanding and prestigious government jobs. Candidates joining as IBPS RRB Clerk receive basic salary of INR 19,900. The salary structure of IBPS RRB is given below.

The tips and tricks to prepare for IBPS RRB Clerk exam are given below:

• To begin preparation for IBPS RRB Clerk exam, candidates need to first understand the exam pattern and syllabus
• Candidates should practice previous year question papers to gain understanding regarding the type of questions asked in the exam
• Candidates should also attempt section-wise and full length mock tests to increase speed and accuracy
• Candidates must refer to relevant study materials as per the syllabus
• Candidates should identify their strengths and weaknesses. They should work on improving their weak areas

The salary for IBPS RRB Scale 2 varies depending on the location of the posting, and is subject to change over time. However, as of my available information, the basic pay scale for IBPS RRB Scale 2 officers ranges from INR 33,000 to INR 39,000 per month. Additionally, officers are also eligible for various allowances and perks such as DA, HRA, medical benefits, and more. 

Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) conducts IBPS RRB exam for recruitment to the Regional Rural Banks (RRBs) or Gramin Banks. IBPS organises the RRB CWE Exam every year for the recruitment to the posts of Officers Scale 1, 2, 3 and Office Assistant. The exam is conducted online. IBPS is fully responsible for conducting RRB Common Written Exam (CWE). For the post of Office Assistant (Multipurpose) the examination is conducted in two phases i.e.  preliminary and mains. For the post of Officers Scale 1, the exam is conducted in three phases-prelims , mains and interview. For the post of Officers Scale 2 and 3, the exam is conducted in two phases single online exam and interview. In recent years, the level of competition for IBPS RRB exams has spurt exponentially. Graduates from any field of study can attempt this exam. 

The IBPS RRB PO interview typically include questions related to your education, work experience, and your motivation for wanting to work in the banking sector. They may also ask about your knowledge of the banking industry and current events, as well as your ability to handle pressure and work in a team. Some specific questions that are asked in IBPS RRB PO interview are given below:

• Why do you want to work in banking?
• What relevant experience do you have for this role?
• Can you tell us about a time when you had to handle a difficult situation at work?
• How do you stay updated on current events and industry developments?
• How do you handle stress and pressure in the workplace?
• Can you give an example of a time when you had to work in a team to achieve a goal?
• How do you plan to balance the demands of this role with your personal life?
  It would be best if you prepared yourself well before attending the interview.

The application fee for IBPS RRB exam is INR 850 for General and OBC candidates and INR 175 for SC/ST/PWD categories. Applicants need to pay the application fee online only. The payment can be made by using Debit Cards (RuPay/Visa/MasterCard/Maestro), Credit Cards, Internet Banking, IMPS, Cash Cards/ Mobile Wallets. After final submission, an additional page of the online application form is displayed wherein candidates may follow the instructions and fill in the requisite details. If the online transaction is not successfully completed then candidates are advised to login again with their provisional registration number and password and pay the application fees/intimation charges online. On successful completion of the transaction, an e-receipt is generated. Candidates are required to take a printout of the e-receipt and online application form
containing fee details. 

The tips and tricks to prepare for IBPS RRB PO exam are given below:

• Candidates must understand the exam pattern and syllabus of the exam and focus on the areas where they need improvement
• Candidates must use the credible study materials such as books. Make sure to study from the latest edition of the books and resources to ensure that candidates have the most up-to-date information
• Take as many mock tests as candidates can. This help candidates understand the exam pattern and time management better
• Candidates should stay updated on current affairs
• Regular revision is essential to retain what candidates have learned. Make sure to revise what you have studied every day to ensure that you don't forget it
• Candidates should stay healthy and take proper rest
• Candidates must keep a positive approach towards preparation

The career growth for an IBPS RRB PO (Probationary Officer) typically involves promotions to higher positions within the bank. The next level after PO is usually Assistant Manager, followed by Branch Manager, Assistant General Manager, Deputy General Manager, General Manager, and finally, Chief General Manager. The promotions are based on performance, experience, and other criteria set by the bank. With each promotion, the salary, benefits, and responsibilities also increase.