The IDBI Bank Ltd. has officially released a highly anticipated employment notification for the recruitment of Assistant Manager Grade ‘A’ for the upcoming 2026-27 cycle. Through Advertisement Number 6/2025-26, the bank intends to fill a total of 200 highly prestigious officer-level vacancies.
This recruitment drive is an exceptional opportunity for young graduates who already possess foundational experience in the banking sector and are looking to rapidly accelerate their professional careers within a premier financial institution. Candidates selected through this comprehensive recruitment process will be positioned across various branches and offices of IDBI Bank pan-India, gaining robust exposure to core banking, retail assets, and credit operations.
The online application process for this Grade ‘A’ Assistant Manager recruitment will officially commence on the 8th of March 2026 and will remain active until the 19th of March 2026. Aspirants must carefully review the strict eligibility criteria, which mandate a minimum of two years of prior work experience in a scheduled commercial, private, cooperative, or regional rural bank as of the 1st of March 2026.
Eligible candidates are strongly advised to complete their online registration, upload the required documents in the specified format, and pay the application fees well before the deadline. The bank has also tentatively scheduled the Online Test for the 12th of April 2026, leaving candidates with a focused timeframe to gear up for their preparations.
💡 Key Highlights
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization Name | IDBI Bank Ltd. |
| Advertisement Number | 6/2025-26 |
| Post Name | Assistant Manager Grade ‘A’ |
| Total Vacancies | 200 Posts |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | Across India |
📢 Vacancy Details
The 200 vacancies for the Assistant Manager Grade ‘A’ post are distributed among various categories as follows:
| Category | Number of Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | 81 |
| OBC | 54 |
| SC | 30 |
| EWS | 20 |
| ST | 15 |
| Total | 200 |
🎓 Eligibility Criteria & Qualification (As on 01/03/2026)
- Educational Qualification: The candidate must be a Graduate from a recognized university. (Passing only a diploma course will not be considered). Operating and working knowledge of computers is mandatory.
- Work Experience: Minimum 2 years of Post Qualification Work Experience in any Scheduled Public Sector Bank / Scheduled Private Sector Bank / Cooperative Bank / Regional Rural Bank. Only full-time experience as a permanent employee will be considered. Candidates having experience in Branch Banking, Operations, Retail assets, Credit, or sales shall be preferred.
⏳ Age Limit (As on 01/03/2026)
- Minimum Age: 21 Years
- Maximum Age: 30 Years (Candidates must have been born not earlier than March 02, 1996, and not later than March 01, 2005).
- Age Relaxation: 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC (NCL), and 10 years for PwD candidates as per government guidelines.
💰 Pay Scale & Emoluments
After joining the Bank’s services as an Assistant Manager (Grade ‘A’), the extant Basic Pay currently applicable is ₹ 48,480/- per month in the pay scale of ₹ 48480-2000(7)-62480-2340(2)-67160-2680(7)-85920(17 years). The appointee will also be eligible for various allowances, perquisites, and will be covered under the IDBI Bank Ltd. New Pension Scheme (IBLNPS).
💳 Application Fee
- General / OBC / EWS: ₹ 1,050/- (Application Fees and Intimation Charges)
- SC / ST / PwD: ₹ 250/- (Only Intimation Charges)
- Payment Mode: Exclusively online via Debit/Credit Cards, Internet Banking, Wallets, or UPI.
📝 Selection Process & Exam Pattern
The selection process comprises an Online Test (OT), Document Verification (DV), Personal Interview (PI), and a Pre-Recruitment Medical Test (PRMT). The final selection score will be calculated as 3/4th of the OT Score + 1/4th of the PI Score.
Online Test (OT) Pattern
| Name of the Test | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Logical Reasoning, Data Analysis & Interpretation | 60 | 60 | 40 Minutes |
| English Language | 40 | 40 | 20 Minutes |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 40 | 40 | 35 Minutes |
| General/Economy/Banking Awareness/Computer/IT | 60 | 60 | 25 Minutes |
| Total | 200 | 200 | 120 Minutes |
Note: As per the official notification, there will be NO penalty for wrong answers in the objective tests.
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Cut-off Date for Eligibility Criteria | 01 March 2026 |
| Online Registration Start Date | 08 March 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply & Pay Fees Online | 19 March 2026 |
| Tentative Date of Online Test | 12 April 2026 (Afternoon Session) |
🔗 Important Links [MUST]
| Link Description | Direct Link |
|---|---|
| Download Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Apply Online (IDBI Portal) | Click Here |
| IDBI Bank Official Website | Click Here |
| MaruGujarat Official Website | Click Here |
| Join WhatsApp Channel | Click Here |
| Join Telegram Channel | Click Here |
🎯 Key Takeaways
- A total of 200 Assistant Manager Grade ‘A’ posts are open for graduates having a mandatory minimum 2 years of banking experience.
- The basic pay is highly lucrative at ₹48,480/- per month.
- The written exam features 200 questions across four sections with dedicated sectional timings, and notably, there is no negative marking for incorrect answers.
- The cutoff date for determining the age limit (21-30 years) and work experience is 1st March 2026.
- The Personal Interview carries 100 marks with a minimum qualifying threshold of 50% (45% for reserved categories).
❓ FAQs
Q1. Who is eligible to apply for IDBI Assistant Manager Grade A Recruitment 2026?
Ans. Graduates between the ages of 21 and 30 years who possess a minimum of 2 years of post-qualification permanent work experience in a scheduled commercial, cooperative, or regional rural bank are eligible to apply.
Q2. Is there any negative marking in the IDBI Assistant Manager Online Test?
Ans. No, as per the official notification, there will be no penalty (negative marking) for wrong answers in the objective online test.
Q3. What is the application fee for the IDBI AM Grade A post?
Ans. The fee is ₹1,050 for General, EWS, and OBC candidates, and ₹250 for SC, ST, and PwD candidates.
Q4. When is the IDBI Assistant Manager online exam scheduled?
Ans. The online computer-based test is tentatively scheduled to be conducted on the 12th of April 2026 (Afternoon Session).
💡 Final Thoughts
The IDBI Bank Assistant Manager Grade ‘A’ recruitment offers a phenomenal stepping stone for current banking professionals looking to upgrade their scale and work environment. Given the mandatory requirement of 2 years of experience, the applicant pool will be highly targeted and competitive. With the rare advantage of having no negative marking in the online test, candidates should aim to maximize their attempts accurately. Gather your documented proofs of experience right away, ensure your format aligns with the Bank’s requirements, and complete your application well before the 19th March 2026 deadline. Start taking timed mock tests to adapt to the sectional timings and secure your success!
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