IBPS RRB Clerk Preliminary Examination Results Announced for CRP RRBs XIV
The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has officially declared the results for the IBPS RRB Clerk preliminary examination under the Common Recruitment Process for Regional Rural Banks XIV (CRP RRBs XIV). This announcement specifically concerns the recruitment of Group "B" Office Assistants (Multipurpose) positions across various Regional Rural Banks throughout India.
Result Availability and Important Dates
According to the official notification from IBPS, the result status for the online preliminary examination has been made accessible to candidates starting from January 23, 2026. The result window will remain active until January 29, 2026, providing a one-week period for aspirants to verify and download their qualifying status. Candidates must access their results through the dedicated candidate login section on the IBPS website within this stipulated timeframe.
Recruitment Overview and Vacancy Details
This recruitment drive is being conducted under the comprehensive Common Recruitment Process for RRBs XIV, which encompasses appointments for multiple positions including Office Assistant (Clerk) along with Officer Scale I, II, and III roles. For this current update, IBPS has specifically released only the preliminary examination results for the Clerk post.
The total number of vacancies notified under the IBPS RRB Recruitment 2025 stands at an impressive 13,294 positions. Out of these, a substantial 8,022 vacancies are specifically earmarked for the Clerk or Office Assistant post. Eligibility criteria for the clerk position mandate that candidates possess a graduate degree along with demonstrated proficiency in the local language of the respective region. The prescribed age limit for applicants ranges from 18 to 28 years as per the official notification.
Examination Schedule and Next Stages
As per the official examination schedule, the clerk preliminary examination was conducted across multiple dates: December 6, 7, 13, and 14, 2025. Candidates who have successfully qualified in this preliminary examination will now become eligible to appear for the clerk mains examination, which is scheduled to take place on February 1, 2026.
IBPS has provided important clarification regarding the nature of the preliminary examination. This initial stage is qualifying in nature, meaning the marks obtained at this phase are not counted toward the final merit list. The ultimate selection and merit ranking will be prepared exclusively based on candidates' performance in the mains examination.
Step-by-Step Guide to Check Results
Candidates can follow these systematic steps to check and download their IBPS RRB Clerk preliminary result status online:
- Visit the official IBPS website at the designated portal
- Locate and click on the link specifically related to CRP RRBs XIV displayed on the homepage
- Select the appropriate option for Office Assistant (Multipurpose) preliminary examination result
- Enter the required login credentials, which typically include your registration number along with either your password or date of birth
- Submit the details and proceed to download your result status for future reference and documentation
Selection Process and Subsequent Stages
The complete IBPS RRB selection process for clerks consists of two main stages: a preliminary examination followed by a comprehensive mains examination. Notably, there is no interview stage for the Office Assistant post. Candidates who successfully qualify in the mains examination will subsequently be called for document verification and medical examination as per established IBPS norms and procedures.
IBPS has strongly advised all candidates to regularly monitor and visit the official website for timely updates regarding scorecards, cut-off marks, and further recruitment stages under CRP RRBs XIV. Staying informed through official channels ensures candidates don't miss critical announcements throughout the recruitment process.
