IBPS RRB PO Eligibility 2026: Age Limit, Qualification and Local Language
Last updated: 2026-11-13 · MockMentor
For RRB PO (Officer Scale I) you need a graduation degree in any discipline, must be above 18 and below 30 years of age, and must know the local language of the State you apply for. These rules are from the CRP RRBs-XV notification of 1 September 2026.
Eligibility at a glance
| Rule | CRP RRBs-XV (2026) |
|---|---|
| Age | Above 18 and below 30 years as on 1 September 2026 |
| Date of birth | Between 2 September 1996 and 1 September 2008 (both days included) |
| Qualification | Bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognised university |
| Result date | Graduation result must be declared on or before 21 September 2026 |
| Preferred subjects | Degrees in fields such as Agriculture, Management, Law, Economics or Accountancy |
| Computer knowledge | Desirable |
| Minimum marks | Not prescribed |
| Experience | Not required |
Graduates in the preferred subjects are not given extra marks. The notification only says they will be preferred.
Local language proficiency
- You must know the official language of the State whose RRB you apply for.
- If you studied that language up to Class 8 or above, you are treated as proficient.
- Others must learn it within six months of joining. The RRB may extend this, but not beyond the probation period.
Age relaxation
| Category | Relaxation in upper age limit |
|---|---|
| Scheduled Castes / Scheduled Tribes (SC/ST) | 5 years |
| Other Backward Classes (OBC), non-creamy layer | 3 years |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) | 10 years |
| Ex-servicemen and commissioned officers with at least 5 years of military service | 5 years |
SC, ST or OBC relaxation can be combined with only one other relaxation from the list.
Application fee
| Category | Fee (including GST) |
|---|---|
| SC / ST / PwBD | ₹175 |
| All others | ₹850 |
Other conditions
- OBC candidates must belong to the non-creamy layer; others apply as General.
- Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) need a valid Income and Asset Certificate.
- The RRB has the final say: it can reject a provisionally allotted candidate who does not meet its conditions.
- Serving Government, PSU and bank employees need an original NOC at interview.
Frequently asked questions
What is the age limit for RRB PO 2026?
Above 18 and below 30 years as on 1 September 2026, so your date of birth must fall between 2 September 1996 and 1 September 2008. SC/ST get 5 more years and OBC 3 more.
Do I need to know the local language for RRB PO?
Yes. If you did not study it up to Class 8, you must learn it within six months of joining.
Is there a minimum percentage in graduation?
No. A degree in any discipline is enough for Officer Scale I.
Read next: exam pattern and salary.
Source: IBPS: CRP RRBs-XV notification, corrigenda and vacancy update of 25 September 2026.
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