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List Of All Government Bank Exams In India: In India, jobs in government banks rank among the most secure and most prestigious career choices for recent graduates. The State Bank of India (SBI), the Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS), and the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) all administer banking exams that draw thousands of applicants each year. These tests are administered to select qualified applicants for a number of positions, including Grade B Officers, Clerks, Specialist Officers (SOs), and Probationary Officers (POs).

Along with a stable salary, bank jobs come with many other benefits, including health insurance, housing assistance, pensions, travel benefits and more. These positions offer job security, set hours, and chances for advancement. Everybody can find a banking position that suits them, regardless of their level of experience.


To apply for most of these exams, candidates need a graduation degree. They also need to pass several tests, such as the preliminary and main exams, and occasionally an interview or skill test. The top government bank exams in India, the job roles they offer, their pay scales, and the numerous benefits that draw applicants from all over the nation will all be covered in this guide.

Bank Exams And Jobs Under IBPS (Institute of Banking Personnel Selection)

1. IBPS PO (Probationary Officer)

The IBPS PO exam is conducted by the Institute of Banking Personnel Selection to recruit Probationary Officers in public sector banks (except SBI). Candidates who clear the exam join as Assistant Managers and are trained for manager roles. Any graduate can apply for this exam.

Approx Salary: ₹52,000 – ₹55,000/month (including allowances)
Perks: Job stability, promotion opportunities, medical benefits and housing allowance.

2. IBPS Clerk

This exam selects candidates for the clerical cadre in various public sector banks and to apply for this exam, one must have a graduation degree in any discipline. Clerks handle daily transactions, customer interactions and office tasks.

Approx Salary: ₹28,000 – ₹32,000/month
Perks: Easy transfers, fixed hours, medical and leave benefits.

 

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3. IBPS RRB (Regional Rural Banks)

IBPS conducts exams for various posts in RRBs such as Office Assistant, Scale I Officers (PO), Scale II & III Officers. These banks serve rural areas and candidates must have a graduate degree before applying for this exam (some officer posts need experience).
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Approx Salary: ₹25,000 – ₹60,000/month depending on post
Perks: Local posting, government holidays, pension, and allowances.

4. IBPS SO (Specialist Officer)

The IBPS SO exam recruits professionals in roles like IT Officer, HR, Marketing, Agriculture Field Officer, Law Officer and Rajbhasha Adhikari. Eligibility for giving this exam is to have done a Graduation/PG in the relevant field (like B.Tech for IT, LLB for Law).

Approx Salary: ₹38,000 – ₹45,000/month
Perks: Job specialisation, stable career, medical and HRA benefits.

Bank Exams And Jobs Under The State Bank Of India (SBI)

5. SBI PO (Probationary Officer)

Conducted by the State Bank of India, this is one of the most competitive banking exams. Selected candidates become Assistant Managers and are later promoted to senior roles. Any Graduate can apply for the SBI PO exam.

Approx Salary: ₹65,000 – ₹70,000/month (including allowances)
Perks: Petrol, furniture, travel allowances, job security, and career growth.

6. SBI Clerk

This exam recruits Junior Associates (clerical staff) in SBI branches. Clerks manage customer service, deposits, and cash handling. The candidate must meet the age limit and have graduated from any course.

Approx Salary: ₹30,000 – ₹35,000/month
Perks: Flexible job, holidays, medical insurance, and work-life balance.

7. SBI SO (Specialist Officer)

SBI SO hires professionals for roles like IT Officer, Risk Manager, Law Officer, HR, and Engineer. These are expert-level positions. Candidates with a Graduation/PG with experience in the related field are eligible for this exam.

Approx Salary: ₹40,000 – ₹75,000/month depending on post
Perks: Attractive perks, growth opportunities, specialised work environment.

Bank Exams And Jobs Under RBI (Reserve Bank of India)

8. RBI Grade B Officer

This is a prestigious exam conducted by the Reserve Bank of India to recruit Grade B Officers for policy-making and financial regulation roles. To apply for this exam, you must have a minimum of 60% marks in your graduation.

Approx Salary: ₹80,000 – ₹90,000/month
Perks: Bank accommodation, travel perks, loans at low rates, elite career growth.

9. RBI Assistant

RBI conducts this exam for clerical posts to assist in day-to-day banking functions. It is less competitive than Grade B. For this, you need to have graduated with 50% marks.

Approx Salary: ₹40,000 – ₹45,000/month
Perks: Central government holidays, a stress-free job, and allowances.

 

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Other Government Bank Jobs In India

10. NABARD Grade A

This exam is conducted by the National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development to hire Assistant Managers in the rural development and finance sectors. One just has a degree in Graduation/PG in Agriculture, Economics, etc.

Approx Salary: ₹62,000 – ₹65,000/month
Perks: Government housing, travel, pension, and social impact-based work.

11. IPPB (India Post Payments Bank)

IPPB conducts recruitment for roles like Assistant Manager, Manager, Territory Officer, etc., to improve rural financial inclusion. Candidates must have a graduation in any stream, while some roles require experience.

Approx Salary: ₹30,000 – ₹75,000/month depending on role
Perks: Posting in the postal network, mobile banking promotion, stable job.