IBPS RRB Exam: Your Gateway to Rural Banking Success
The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) conducts the Regional Rural Bank (RRB) exam every year to recruit candidates for Officer (PO & SO) and Clerk positions in regional rural banks across India. Through the Common Recruitment Process (CRP RRB XIV), IBPS offers career opportunities for those aspiring to contribute to India’s rural banking and financial growth.
Our Contribution to your Vision
“At GICE Academy, we provide a structured and result-driven learning approach to help students crack the IBPS RRB PO, SO, and Clerk exams with ease and confidence.”
1. IBPS RRB PO (Officer Scale-I)
The RBI Grade B Officer Exam is one of the most prestigious and challenging banking exams in India, conducted by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) to recruit officers for managerial roles in various departments. It is a highly competitive exam that attracts thousands of aspirants every year who wish to build a stable and respected career in the financial sector. The RBI Grade B Officer position involves handling crucial responsibilities like monetary policy analysis, economic data management, financial supervision, and ensuring the stability of India’s banking and economic system. It offers an excellent pay scale, job security, and immense opportunities for career growth within the central bank.
“At GICE Academy, we provide specialised coaching for the RBI Grade B exam, focusing on conceptual clarity, analytical understanding, and exam-oriented preparation. Our experienced mentors cover every topic in detail, conduct regular mock tests, and provide current affairs sessions that are essential for this exam. We also offer guidance for the descriptive papers and interview stage to ensure complete preparation. With GICE Academy’s structured approach and expert support, aspirants can confidently aim to secure one of the most prestigious positions in India’s central banking system.”
Selection Process
The selection process for the RBI Grade B exam consists of three phases
Phase I (Preliminary Exam)
Phase II (Main Exam)
Personal Interview.
Here’s the complete and updated RBI Grade B Phase-II Exam Structure based on the official RBI
1. IBPS RRB PO (Officer Scale-I)
The Officer Scale-I exam selects candidates for managerial roles in regional rural banks. This position requires handling customer relationships, supervising operations, and ensuring loan recovery.
Exam Structure
Preliminary Exam
Subject
○ Reasoning
○ Quantitative AptitudeNumber of Quesions : 80
○ Reasoning 40 questions
○ Quantitative Aptitude 40 questionsTotal Marks : 80 (1 marks each per question )
○ Reasoning 40
○ Quantitive Aptitude 40Time Duration : 45 minutes
○ Reasoning 25 minutes
○ Quantitative Aptitude 20 minutes
Main Exam
Subject
○ Reasoning
○ Computer Knowledge
○ General Awareness
○ English / Hindi Language
○ Quantitative AptitudeNumber of Quesions : 200
○ Reasoning 40 questions
○ Computer Knowledge 40 questions
○ General Awareness 40 questions
○ English / Hindi Language 40 Questions
○ Quantitative Aptitude 40 questionsTotal Marks : 200
○ Reasoning 50 Marks
○ Computer Knowledge 20 Marks
○ General Awareness 40 Marks
○ English / Hindi Language 40 marks
○ Quantitative Aptitude 50 MarksTime Duration : 120 minutes
○ Reasoning 30 Minutes
○ Computer Knowledge 15 Minutes
○ General Awareness 15 Minutes
○ English / Hindi Language 30 Minutes
○ Quantitative Aptitude 30 Minutes
Paper I – Economic and Social Issues (ESI)
● Type of Paper:
○ 50% Objective Type
○ 50% Descriptive Type
● Time Duration: 120 Minutes (30 mins for objective + 90 mins for descriptive)
● Total Marks: 100 (50 marks each for objective and descriptive sections)
● Objective Section: 30 questions, carrying 50 marks (some questions carry 1 mark, others 2 marks).
● Descriptive Section: 6 questions will be asked, out of which candidates must attempt 4 questions
○ 2 questions of 15 marks each
○ 2 questions of 10 marks each
(If more than 4 questions are answered, only the first 4 will be evaluated.)
Paper II – English
(Writing Skills)
- Type of Paper: Descriptive (to be typed using the keyboard)
- Time Duration: 90 Minutes
- Total Marks: 100
- Number of Questions: 3
- This paper assesses essay writing, comprehension, and precis writing to evaluate writing clarity, grammar, and coherence.
Paper III – Finance and Management (F&M)
- Type of Paper:
○ 50% Objective Type
○ 50% Descriptive Type (to be typed on the keyboard)
- Time Duration: 120 Minutes(30 mins for objective + 90 mins for descriptive)
- Total Marks: 100 (50 marks each for objective and descriptive sections)
- Objective Section: 30 questions, carrying 50 marks (some questions carry 1 mark, others 2 marks).
- Descriptive Section: 6 questions will be asked, out of which candidates must attempt 4 questions
○ 2 questions of 15 marks each
○ 2 questions of 10 marks each
Key topics
Quantitative Aptitude: Simplification, Data Interpretation, Ratio, Percentage, Profit & Loss, Time & Work, Speed & Distance, Simple & Compound Interest, Averages, and Quadratic Equations.
Reasoning: Puzzles, Seating Arrangements, Blood Relations, Syllogism, Coding-Decoding, Inequality, and Logical Reasoning.
English Language: Reading Comprehension, Cloze Test, Error Detection, Sentence Rearrangement, Vocabulary, and Grammar Usage.
2. IBPS RRB SO (Officer Scale-II & III)
The Specialist Officer (SO) exam recruits experienced professionals in roles such as IT Officer, Law Officer, Marketing Officer, Treasury Officer, and Agriculture Officer. It also includes Scale-III for senior managerial posts.
Educational Qualification
To be eligible for the RBI Grade B Officer Exam, candidates must meet specific educational qualification requirements based on the post they are applying for. For the RBI Grade B (General) post, candidates must hold a bachelor’s degree in any discipline or an equivalent qualification from a recognised university with at least 60% marks in aggregate (or equivalent grade). For candidates belonging to SC, ST, and PwBD categories, the minimum required marks are 50%. The marks must also meet the same criteria in both 10th and 12th standard examinations. The RBI provides a relaxation of 5% marks for candidates belonging to SC, ST, and PwBD categories. Final-year students may also apply if they can present proof of passing their degree by the date specified in the official notification. These educational criteria ensure that selected candidates have the analytical, financial, and statistical knowledge required to perform effectively in India’s central banking system.
Single Online exam (objective Type) Exam Structure
Subject
○ Reasoning
○ Computer Knowledge
○ Financial Awareness
○ English / Hindi Language
○ Quantitative Aptitude & Data InterpretationNumber of Quesions : 200
○ Reasoning 40 questions
○ Computer Knowledge 40 questions
○ Financial Awareness 40 questions
○English / Hindi Language 40 questions
○ Quantitative Aptitude & Data Interpretation 40 questionsTotal Marks : 200
○ Reasoning 50 Marks
○ Computer Knowledge 20 Marks
○ Financial Awareness 40 Marks
○ English / Hindi Language 40 marks
○ Quantitative Aptitude & Data Interpretation 50 MarksTime Duration : 120 minutes
○ Reasoning 30 Minutes
○ Computer Knowledge 15 Minutes
○ Financial Awareness 15 Minutes
○ English / Hindi Language 30 Minutes
○ Quantitative Aptitude 30 Minutes
Key topics
Quantitative Aptitude: Data Interpretation, Profit & Loss, Percentage, Time & Work, Partnership, Boats & Streams, and Simple Interest.
Reasoning: Input-Output, Syllogism, Direction Sense, Puzzles, and Logical Deductions.
English Language: Essay Writing, Vocabulary, and Reading Comprehension related to banking and finance.
3. IBPS RRB Clerk (Office Assistant & Multipurpose)
The Office Assistant exam recruits candidates for clerical roles in rural banks. This post involves assisting customers, data entry, record keeping, and handling routine banking operations.
Educational Qualification
To be eligible for the RBI Grade B Officer Exam, candidates must meet specific educational qualification requirements based on the post they are applying for. For the RBI Grade B (General) post, candidates must hold a bachelor’s degree in any discipline or an equivalent qualification from a recognised university with at least 60% marks in aggregate (or equivalent grade). For candidates belonging to SC, ST, and PwBD categories, the minimum required marks are 50%. The marks must also meet the same criteria in both 10th and 12th standard examinations. The RBI provides a relaxation of 5% marks for candidates belonging to SC, ST, and PwBD categories. Final-year students may also apply if they can present proof of passing their degree by the date specified in the official notification. These educational criteria ensure that selected candidates have the analytical, financial, and statistical knowledge required to perform effectively in India’s central banking system.
Preliminary Exam
Subject
○ Reasoning
○ Numbering AbilityNumber of Quesions : 80
○ Reasoning 40 Questions
○ Numbering Ability 40 QuestionsTotal Marks : 80 (1 marks each per question )
○ Reasoning 40 marks
○ Numbering Ability 40 marksTime Duration : 45 minutes
○ Reasoning 25 minutes
○ Numbering Ability 20 minutes
Main Exam
Subject
○ Reasoning
○ Computer Knowledge
○ General Awareness
○ English / Hindi Language
○ Numbering AbilityNumber of Quesions : 200
○ Reasoning 40 questions
○ Computer Knowledge 40 questions
○ General Awareness 40 questions
○ English / Hindi Language 40 Questions
○ Numbering Ability 40 questionsTotal Marks : 200
○ Reasoning 50 Marks
○ Computer Knowledge 20 Marks
○ General Awareness 40 Marks
○ English / Hindi Language 40 marks
○ Numbering Ability 50 MarksTime Duration : 120 minutes
○ Reasoning 30 Minutes
○ Computer Knowledge 15 Minutes
○ General Awareness 15 Minutes
○ English / Hindi Language 30 Minutes
○ Numbering Ability 30 Minutes
Key topics
Numerical Ability: Profit & Loss, Percentage, Simplification, Average, Ratio, Interest, and Data Interpretation.
Reasoning: Direction Sense, Blood Relation, Series, and Puzzles.
English Language: Error Spotting, Synonyms/Antonyms, Cloze Test, and Grammar.
Why Choose GICE Academy for IBPS RRB Coaching?
Complete syllabus coverage for Prelims & Mains
- Experienced banking faculty and personal mentorship
- Daily topic-wise tests and mock exam analysis
- Regular doubt-solving sessions and strategy workshops
- Interview preparation and confidence-building sessions
“At GICE Academy, we don’t just prepare you for exams we prepare you for success. Join our IBPS RRB Batch today and take your first step toward a prestigious banking career!”
RBI Assistant
The RBI Assistant is one of the most prestigious clerical-level positions offered by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). This post plays a key role in maintaining smooth day-to-day operations within RBI offices across the country. RBI Assistants handle various administrative, financial, and customer service tasks such as data entry, currency circulation, document verification, ledger maintenance, and communication with different departments. It’s a perfect starting point for graduates who aspire to build a long-term career in India’s central banking system.
“At GICE Academy, we provide result-oriented training to help students crack the RBI Assistant exam with confidence. Our courses include concept-based learning, a section-wise test series, mock exams under real-time conditions, and current affairs sessions focused on banking and finance. Our expert mentors guide students on how to manage time, boost accuracy, and develop the right exam temperament. With personalised feedback and dedicated support, GICE Academy ensures that every aspirant is well-prepared to clear the exam and secure a position in the Reserve Bank of India.”
Selection Process
∙ Preliminary Exam
∙ Main Exam
∙ Language Proficiency Test (LPT)
The Prelims and Mains are online objective-type tests covering English, Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude,
General Awareness, and Computer Knowledge. Candidates who clear both stages must qualify for the LPT,
which ensures they are comfortable with the local or regional language of the RBI office they’re applying for.
