Tamil Nadu Grama Bank (TNGB) is inviting applications for various positions through the IBPS RRB 2026 (CRP RRBs XV) recruitment process. This is an excellent opportunity for banking aspirants to secure a stable career in a prestigious Regional Rural Bank operating across Tamil Nadu. The recruitment is being conducted by the Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) and will fill multiple vacancies across different cadres.
Tamil Nadu Grama Bank (TNGB) is a prominent Regional Rural Bank established on April 1, 2019, through the merger of Pallavan Grama Bank and Pandyan Grama Bank. It serves the financial needs of rural and semi-urban populations across Tamil Nadu.
Key Information:
- Headquarters: Salem, Tamil Nadu
- Status: Regional Rural Bank (RRB)
- Ownership: Joint venture between Government of India (50%), Indian Bank (35%), and Government of Tamil Nadu (15%)
- Branches: 682+ operational branches across Tamil Nadu
- Employees: 2,700+ staff members
- Annual Revenue: ₹3,099.57 crore (2024)
- Net Worth: ₹446.73 crore (2024)
- Regional Language: Tamil
- Official Website: www.tngb.bank.in
Total Vacancies
Tamil Nadu Grama Bank is recruiting for the following positions under IBPS RRB 2026:
| Position | Vacancies | Category-wise Breakdown |
|---|---|---|
| Officer Scale I (PO) | 90 | General: 13, EWS: 6, OBC: 24, SC: 9, ST: 38 |
| Office Assistant (Clerk) | Notified under State quota | Separate notification |
| Officer Scale II & III | As per notification | Specialist positions |
Total Expected Vacancies: Over 13,700 positions across all Regional Rural Banks in India under IBPS RRB 2026.
Important Dates – IBPS RRB 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Starts | September 1, 2026 |
| Online Application Deadline | September 21, 2026 |
| Application Fee Payment | September 1-21, 2026 |
| Officer Scale I (PO) Prelims | November 21-22, 2026 |
| Office Assistant (Clerk) Prelims | December 6, 12-13, 2026 |
| Main Exam | December 2026 – February 2027 |
| Interview | January-February 2027 |
| Result Declaration | March-April 2027 |
Eligibility Criteria
For Officer Scale I (Probationary Officer / PO)
Educational Qualification:
- Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized university/institution
- Final year graduation students can apply (must submit degree certificate before joining)
- Computer literacy is desirable
- Language Proficiency: Tamil (local language of Tamil Nadu) required at the time of joining
Age Limit (as on September 1, 2026):
| Category | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| General / EWS | 18-30 years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 18-33 years |
| SC / ST | 18-35 years |
| Person with Disability (PwBD) | 18-40 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | As per Government of India norms |
For Office Assistant (Clerk / Multipurpose)
Educational Qualification:
- Graduate in any discipline from a recognized university/institution
- Computer literacy mandatory
- Local language proficiency required
Age Limit:
| Category | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| General / EWS | 18-28 years |
| OBC | 18-31 years |
| SC / ST | 18-33 years |
| PwBD | 18-38 years |
Application Fee / Exam Fee
| Category | Amount (Inclusive of GST) |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹850/- |
| SC / ST / PwBD / ESM / DESM | ₹175/- |
Payment Mode: Online only (Credit Card, Debit Card, Net Banking, UPI)
Salary Structure – 2026
Officer Scale I (PO)
- Basic Pay: ₹48,480/-
- Gross Monthly Salary: Approximately ₹83,100/- (with current DA of 27.83%)
- In-hand Salary: Approximately ₹76,400 to ₹78,000/-
Office Assistant (Clerk)
- Basic Pay: ₹28,000/-
- Gross Monthly Salary: Approximately ₹35,000-37,000/-
- In-hand Salary: Approximately ₹33,000 to ₹35,000/-
Additional Benefits:
✓ Dearness Allowance (DA) – Quarterly revision
✓ House Rent Allowance (HRA)
✓ City Compensatory Allowance (CCA)
✓ Travel Allowance
✓ Medical Benefits & Health Insurance
✓ Provident Fund (PF)
✓ Gratuity
✓ Leave Encashment
✓ Pension Benefits (after retirement)
Selection Process
The recruitment process consists of three stages:
Stage 1: Preliminary Examination (Prelims)
- Type: Online Objective test
- Duration: 45 minutes
- Total Marks: 100
- Questions: 80 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
- Language: English & Tamil (local language option available)
Exam Pattern:
- Reasoning Ability: 40 marks
- Quantitative Aptitude: 40 marks
- General Awareness / Financial Awareness: 20 marks
Stage 2: Main Examination (Mains)
- Type: Online Objective + Descriptive test
- Duration: Objective: 2 hours 30 minutes | Descriptive: 30 minutes
- Objective Section: 250 marks
- Descriptive Section: 50 marks (Letter/Essay writing)
For Officer Scale I (PO):
- English Language / Local Language: 40 marks
- Reasoning: 60 marks
- Quantitative Aptitude: 50 marks
- General Awareness: 40 marks
- Computer Knowledge: 20 marks
- (Descriptive: 50 marks)
Stage 3: Interview
- Marks: 100
- Conducted By: TNGB and IBPS
- Focus: Banking knowledge, general awareness, personality assessment
- Language: Tamil/English
Final Merit: Preliminary (if qualifying) + Mains + Interview
How to Apply – Step-by-Step Guide
Step 1: Official Registration
- Visit www.ibps.in
- Click on “CRP RRBs XV” link
- Register by creating a login ID and password
- Fill basic personal details (Name, DOB, Email, Mobile)
Step 2: Complete Application Form
- Fill in detailed information
- Upload photograph (jpeg format, 150×120 pixels)
- Upload signature (150×60 pixels)
- Select Tamil Nadu Grama Bank as preferred choice
Step 3: Pay Application Fee
- Select payment method (Credit Card, Debit Card, Net Banking, UPI)
- Pay the applicable fee
- Note: Fee is non-refundable
Step 4: Verification & Final Submission
- Review all details carefully
- Click “Final Submit”
- Save confirmation page and reference number
Step 5: Download Admit Card
- Admit card will be available 7-10 days before exam
- Download from www.ibps.in using Registration No. and Password
- Print and preserve for exam day
Documents Required During Application
- Valid Photo ID (Aadhaar, Passport, PAN, Voter ID, or Driving License)
- Recent passport-size photograph
- Educational certificates (Degree, Marksheets)
- Address proof (Electricity bill, Water bill, Ration card, etc.)
- SC/ST/OBC certificate (if applicable)
- Disability certificate (if applicable)
- Ex-serviceman certificate (if applicable)
- Email ID and Mobile number (must be active)
Exam Syllabus Highlights
Reasoning Ability
- Logical Reasoning, Coding-Decoding, Analogy, Classification, Sitting Arrangement, Syllogism, Circular Arrangement, Blood Relations, Inequalities, Order & Ranking
Quantitative Aptitude
- Simplification, Percentage, Ratio & Proportion, Profit & Loss, Time & Work, Distance & Speed, Average, Partnership, Simple Interest, Compound Interest, Probability, Permutation & Combination
General Awareness / Financial Awareness
- Current Affairs (Last 6 months)
- Banking & Financial Sector news
- RBI policies and monetary policy
- Government schemes & economic updates
- Static GK: Geography, History, Politics, Constitution of India
- Financial terminology
English Language
- Reading Comprehension, Cloze Test, Error Detection, Phrase/Idiom, Sentence Improvement, Spelling Check, Sentence Rearrangement
Computer Knowledge
- Basic hardware & software concepts
- MS Office applications
- Internet & cybersecurity basics
- Database fundamentals
Preparation Tips for IBPS RRB 2026
Time Management Strategy
- 3 Months Out: Cover entire syllabus systematically
- 2 Months Out: Solve previous year question papers
- 1 Month Out: Focus on weak areas and speed building
- Final Week: Revision and mock tests
Daily Study Schedule (Recommended: 4-5 hours)
- 1 Hour: Current affairs & banking updates
- 1.5 Hours: Quantitative Aptitude & Reasoning practice
- 1 Hour: English language preparation
- 1 Hour: Computer knowledge & General Awareness
- 30-45 mins: Revision & mock test practice
Effective Study Resources
✓ Previous year IBPS RRB question papers
✓ Online mock tests and practice sets
✓ Sectional quizzes for individual topics
✓ Daily current affairs bulletins
✓ Banking awareness books & articles
✓ Speed improvement techniques for calculations
Common Mistakes to Avoid
✗ Over-analyzing difficult questions in prelims
✗ Neglecting current affairs section
✗ Poor time management during exams
✗ Not attempting questions strategically
✗ Ignoring computer knowledge topic
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: Can I apply for both Officer Scale I and Office Assistant positions?
Ans: Yes, candidates can apply for multiple positions separately. However, they must pass the prelim exam for each position to participate in the main exam.
Q2: Is there negative marking in IBPS RRB 2026?
Ans: Yes, there is 0.25 marks negative marking for each wrong answer in both Prelim and Main exams.
Q3: What is the minimum qualifying score?
Ans: Candidates must score 40% (General) and 32% (SC/ST/OBC/PwBD) in both Prelim and Main exams to be eligible.
Q4: How many attempts are available for IBPS RRB exam?
Ans: Candidates can apply as many times as they meet the eligibility criteria. Age limit is a major constraint for subsequent attempts.
Q5: Is there interview for Office Assistant (Clerk) position?
Ans: Interview is not mandatory for Clerk position. Selection is based solely on Prelim + Main exam scores. However, interview may be conducted for tie-breaking purposes.
Q6: What is the validity of admit card?
Ans: Admit card is valid for the entire recruitment process. Always keep a photocopy for interview purposes.
Q7: Can PWD (Persons with Disability) candidates apply?
Ans: Yes, PWD candidates (40% or more disability) can apply with relaxations in age limit and exam pattern.
Q8: Will there be interview for Officer Scale I position?
Ans: Yes, interview is mandatory for Officer Scale I (PO). Final selection is based on Prelim (Qualifying) + Main (Qualifying) + Interview (100 marks).
Q9: Is the exam conducted in Tamil language?
Ans: Yes, the exam is available in both English and Tamil. However, the questions may differ slightly between language options.
Q10: What is the probation period after selection?
Ans: Successfully selected candidates undergo 1-2 years probation depending on the position before confirmation as permanent staff.
Important Links
| Link | URL |
|---|---|
| IBPS Official Website | Click Here |
| Tamil Nadu Grama Bank | Click Here |
| IBPS RRB XV Notification | Click Here |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Download Admit Card | Click Here |
| Check Results | Click Here |
