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RECRUITMENT FOR THE POST OF OFFICE ATTENDANT IN RESERVE BANK OF INDIA - PANEL YEAR 2025
Applications are invited from eligible candidates for 572 posts of “Office Attendant” in Reserve Bank of India, hereinafter referred to as 'the Bank’. Selection for the post will be through a competitive examination (Online Test) followed by a Language Proficiency Test (LPT). Before applying, candidates should ensure that they fulfil the eligibility criteria for the advertised posts. The Bank shall admit the candidates for the Examination for the respective post, upon payment of the requisite fee/ intimation charges (wherever applicable) based on information furnished in the ONLINE application and shall determine their eligibility only at the final stage i.e., document verification. If at any stage, it is found that any information furnished in the ONLINE application is false/ incorrect, or if according to the Bank, the candidate does not satisfy the eligibility criteria for the post, his/ her candidature shall be cancelled. Such candidates can be removed from the Bank’s services without notice if he / she has already joined the Bank.
Candidates are required to apply ONLINE only through the Bank's website (https://rbi.org.in/). No other mode for submission of application is available.
Important Dates:
Particulars | Dates |
|---|---|
Website Link Open | January 15, 2026 – February 04, 2026 |
Payment of Test Fees (Online) | January 15, 2026 – February 04, 2026 |
Tentative date of Online Test | February 28 & March 01, 2026 |
*The Bank reserves the right to change the dates of Online Test.
Link for apply online (below)
“Recruitment for the post of Office Attendant - PY 2025”
Recruitment for the post of Office Attendant Official Notification
RECRUITMENT FOR THE POST OF OFFICE ATTENDANT NOTIFICATION VIDEO
Scheme of Selection:
Selection will be through Online Test and Language Proficiency Test (LPT).
I. Online Test (Multiple Choice):
Sr. No. | Name of Tests (Objective) | No. of Questions | Maximum Marks | Composite Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Reasoning | 30 | 30 | |
2 | General English | 30 | 30 | |
3 | General Awareness | 30 | 30 | |
4 | Numerical ability | 30 | 30 | |
Total | 120 | 120 | 90 minutes |
Language Proficiency Test (LPT):
The candidates provisionally shortlisted from the online test will have to undergo a language proficiency test (LPT). LPT will be of qualifying nature and will be conducted in the Official / Local Language/s of the State concerned as detailed in Annex V (In the detailed notification). Candidates not proficient in the Official / Local Language as per LPT shall be disqualified.
i. The above online test/s except the Test of General English Language will be available in English, Hindi and certain other Regional Languages. The list of regional languages for online test is given in Annex VI.
ii. There will be negative marks for wrong answers in the Online Test. 1/4th marks will be deducted for each wrong answer.
iii. Candidates will have to qualify in each part of the online test separately.
iv. Other detailed information regarding the examination will be given in an Information Handout, which will be made available for the candidates to download along with the Call Letter for examination from the Bank’s website.
v. Roll numbers of those candidates who have qualified for LPT on the basis of Online test will be displayed on the Bank’s website.
vi. If the examination is held in more than one session, the scores across various sessions will be equated following IBPS’ standard practice to adjust for slight differences in difficulty level of different test batteries used across sessions. The ‘corrected-scores’ obtained by each of the candidate in different sessions (if held) will be normalized using equi percentile method.
vii. Only such number of candidates will be called for LPT who stand sufficiently high in merit on the aggregate marks of the Online Test; such merit being decided by the Bank in relation to the number of vacancies to be filled in.
viii. LPT is mandatory. No exemption of any sort will be given to any candidate from appearing in LPT, which will be conducted at respective Regional Offices of the Bank. Final selection will be on the basis of candidate's performance in the online examination (in the order of merit), qualifying in LPT, Medical fitness, verification of certificates, etc. to the Bank’s satisfaction. Decision of the Bank in this regard, shall be final.
ix. Appointment of selected candidate will be subject to his/her being declared medically fit as per the rules of the Bank.
x. Identity Verification- Biometric Data Capturing or by other mode.
The Bank reserves its right to conduct biometric verification/ other mode of verification any time during / post the recruitment process. Biometric thumb impression/ lRlS and photographs of the candidates will be captured at the time of Online Exam and verified at the time of LPT and Joining.
In case, if any candidate is found not to be genuine, then, apart from taking legal action against him/her, his/her candidature shall be cancelled. Accordingly, at various stages, photograph / thumb impression / IRIS Scan of the candidates will be captured in digital format for verification/ biometric verification of the candidates. Candidates will ensure that their correct photograph/ thumb impression/ IRIS Scan is captured at various stages, as any inconsistency will lead to rejection of their candidature. Candidates are advised to follow the guidelines that shall be provided to them in their call letter. Further, the candidate has to take proper precaution while submitting biometric verification. If the thumb (for impression) / IRIS (for Scan) to be captured is injured/damaged, the candidate shall immediately notify the concerned authority at the test centre. In such a situation, upon declaration being made by the candidate, the authorities would make some alternate provisions, impression of other fingers, toes, etc., of the candidate may be captured for biometric data verification. The Bank will not entertain any complaint/correspondence at subsequent stage of the selection process in the event of biometric data not matching with the original biometric data taken at the online test centre. Decision of the Biometric data verification authority as regards its status (i.e., matching or not-matching) shall be final and binding upon the candidates.
Instructions on Application Process:
i. Candidates can apply online only at the link: "Recruitment for the post of Office Attendant - PY 2025", and no other mode of application will be accepted. Digi Locker has been integrated with the online application form. The candidate may provide access to issued credentials/documents (Aadhaar, Educational Qualification Documents, etc.) and information (Name, Date of Birth, Gender, etc.) through Digi Locker on voluntary basis.
ii. Pre-Requisites for Applying Online:
a) Before applying online, candidates should scan their photograph and signature ensuring that both the photograph and signature adhere to the required specifications as given under Guideline for photograph & signature scan and upload.
b) To make online payment of application fees/ intimation charges candidate should keep the necessary details/ documents ready.
c) Candidate should have a valid personal email ID, which should be kept active till the declaration of result. The Bank may send intimation on call letters for the Examination, etc., through the registered e-mail ID. Under no circumstances, a candidate should share with/mention e-mail ID to / of any other person. In case a candidate does not have a valid personal e-mail ID, he/she should create his/her new e-mail ID before applying online and must maintain that email account.
iii. Application Procedure:
a) Candidates satisfying the conditions of eligibility as on January 01, 2026, are first required to visit the URL "Recruitment for the post of Office Attendant - PY 2025" in the advertisement page for filling the ‘Online Application’. It redirects the candidates to the online registration page.
b) Candidates will have to enter their basic details and upload the photograph, signature, left thumb impression and a hand-written declaration in the online application form as per the specifications given.
c) To register application, choose the tab "Click here for New Registration" and enter Name, Contact details and Email-id. A Provisional Registration Number and Password will be generated by the system and displayed on the screen. Candidate should note down the Provisional Registration Number and Password. An Email & SMS indicating the Provisional Registration number and Password will also be sent.
d) In case the candidate is unable to complete the application form in one go, he / she can save the data already entered by choosing "SAVE AND NEXT" tab. Prior to submission of the online application, candidates are advised to use the "SAVE AND NEXT" facility to verify the details in the online application form and modify the same if required. Visually Impaired candidates should get the application form filled carefully and verify/get the details verified to ensure that the same are correct prior to final submission.
e) Candidates are advised to carefully fill and verify the details filled in the online application themselves as no change will be possible/entertained after clicking the COMPLETE REGISTRATION BUTTON.
f) The Name of the candidate or his /her Father/ Husband, etc., should be spelt correctly in the application as it appears in the Photo identity proof / Certificates/ Mark sheets. Any change/alteration found may disqualify the candidature.
g) Validate your details and Save your application by clicking the 'Validate your details' and 'Save & Next' button.
h) Proceed to upload Photo & Signature as per the specifications given in the Guidelines for Scanning and Upload of Photograph and Signature.
i) Proceed to fill other details of the Application Form.
j) Click on the Preview Tab to preview and verify the entire application form before COMPLETE REGISTRATION.
k) Modify details, if required, and click on ‘COMPLETE REGISTRATION’ ONLY after verifying and ensuring that the photograph, signature uploaded, and other details filled by you are correct.
l) Click on 'Payment' Tab and proceed for payment.
m) Click on 'Submit' button.
n) Candidates are advised to carefully fill in the online application themselves. No change is permitted after clicking on COMPLETE REGISTRATION Button. Candidates must note that the name filled in the online application should match exactly with the name as appearing on photo identity proof to be produced at the time of examination for verification. Female candidates who have changed first/ last/middle name post marriage must take special note of this. Visually Impaired candidates are responsible for carefully verifying/ getting the details filled in, in the online application form properly verified and ensuring that the same are correct prior to COMPLETE REGISTRATION as no change is possible after COMPLETE REGISTRATION.
o) Please note that all the particulars mentioned in the online application including Name of the Candidate, Category, Date of Birth, Address, Mobile Number, Email ID, Centre of Examination, etc., will be considered as final and no modifications will be allowed after submission of the online application form. Candidates are hence requested to fill in the online application form with utmost care as no correspondence regarding change of details will be entertained. The Bank shall not be responsible for any consequences arising out of furnishing incorrect and incomplete details in the application or omission to provide the required details in the application form.
p) An online application which is incomplete in any respect such as without photograph and signature or illegible/ unclear photographs uploaded in the online application form will not be considered as valid.
q) Candidates are advised, in their own interest, to apply online much before the closing date and not to wait till the last date for depositing the fee to avoid the possibility of disconnection/inability/failure to log on the Bank’s website on account of heavy load on internet/website jam.
r) The Bank does not assume any responsibility for the candidates not being able to submit their applications within the last date on account of the aforesaid reasons or for any other reason beyond the control of the Bank.
s) Please note that the above procedure is the only valid procedure for applying. No other mode of application or incomplete steps would be accepted, and such applications would be rejected.
t) Any information submitted by an applicant in his/ her application shall be binding on the candidate personally and he/she shall be liable for prosecution/ civil consequences in case the information/ details furnished by him/ her are found to be false at a later stage.
Examination Fees/ Intimation Charges (Non-Refundable):
Payable from (Dates of Payment Window) (both dates inclusive) only through online payment mode
Sr. No. | Category | Charges | Amount* |
|---|---|---|---|
1 | SC/ST/PwBD/EXS | Intimation charges only | ₹50/- plus 18% GST |
2 | GEN/OBC/EWS | Application fee + intimation charges including | ₹450/- plus 18% GST |
3 | Staff@ | Ni |
*Bank Transaction charges for Online Payment of examination fees/intimation charges will have to be borne by the candidate.
@ Fee/Intimation charges waiver is only for those employees of the Bank (staff candidates) who satisfy the eligibility criteria separately stipulated by the Bank vide its circular CO. HRMD. No. G-75/ 5599/ 05.01.01/ 2013-14 dated December 20, 2013, read with the Bank’s circular CO.HRMD.No. G132 /17000/05.01.01/2013-14 dated June 09, 2014, and para 5.16 of the Bank’s Master Circular on Recruitment dated April 01, 2025, and who apply online within the closing date. In case they are not eligible to be treated as staff candidates (in terms of above referred Bank’s circulars), they are advised to indicate themselves as non-staff candidates and pay fees/ intimation charges as applicable to non staff candidates. Their status as Staff Candidate will be verified at the time of LPT/ Document verification.
iv. Mode of Payment:
Candidates have to make the payment of requisite fee/intimation charges through the online mode only:
a) The application form is integrated with the payment gateway and the payment process can be completed by following the instructions.
b) The payment can be made by using Debit Cards (RuPay/Visa/MasterCard/Maestro), Credit Cards, Internet Banking, IMPS, Cash Cards/ Mobile Wallets.
c) After submitting your payment information in the online application form, PLEASE WAIT FOR THE INTIMATION FROM THE SERVER. DO NOT PRESS BACK OR REFRESH BUTTON IN ORDER TO AVOID DOUBLE CHARGE.
d) On successful completion of the transaction, an e-Receipt will be generated.
e) Non-generation of 'E-Receipt' indicates PAYMENT FAILURE. On failure of payment, Candidates are advised to login again using their Provisional Registration Number and Password and repeat the process of payment.
f) Candidates are required to take a printout of the e-Receipt and online Application Form. Please note that if the same cannot be generated, online transaction may not have been successful.
g) For Credit Card users: All charges are listed in Indian Rupee. If you use a non-Indian credit card, your bank will convert to your local currency based on prevailing exchange rates.
h) To ensure the security of your data, please close the browser window once your transaction is completed.
i) There is facility to print application form containing fee details after payment of fees.
RBI Office Attendant Reasoning Syllabus 2025-26
The RBI Office Attendant Reasoning Syllabus 2026 is designed to evaluate candidates’ logical thinking analytical skills and problem solving ability through both verbal and non verbal reasoning. The syllabus includes Linear Arrangement Floor Puzzles Inequality Coding Decoding Machine Input Output Data Sufficiency Circular Arrangement Scheduling Syllogism Verbal Reasoning Alphabet Test Blood Relations Number Series Distance and Direction Ordering and Ranking Arrangement and Ranking.
RBI Office Attendant General English Syllabus 2025-26
The RBI Office Attendant General English Syllabus 2026 assesses candidates’ understanding of basic English grammar vocabulary comprehension and reading skills. This section focuses on language accuracy and usage. The syllabus covers Reading Comprehension Para Jumbles Idioms and Phrases Cloze Test Fill in the Blanks Spotting Errors Sentence Improvement Grammar Vocabulary Passage Making Sentence Framing Synonyms Antonyms.
RBI Office Attendant General Awareness Syllabus 2025-26
The RBI Office Attendant General Awareness Syllabus 2026 aims to test candidates’ awareness of current events and general knowledge related to India and the world. It includes Current Affairs of India and Global importance Static General Knowledge Political Science and History.
RBI Office Attendant Numerical Ability Syllabus 2025-26
The RBI Office Attendant Numerical Ability Syllabus 2026 evaluates candidates’ numerical aptitude and understanding of basic arithmetic concepts. A strong foundation in mathematics is essential to score well in this section. The syllabus includes Number Series Simplification Approximation Quadratic Equations Data Interpretation Miscellaneous Questions Averages Ratios Proportion Percentages Problems on Ages Simple and Compound Interest Profit and Loss Time Speed and Distance Partnership Time and Work Mixture and Alligation.
RBI Office Attendant Cut Off Marks for 2021 are given below –
S. No. | Office | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | Gen |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Ahmedabad | – | 81 | 81.75 | 75.5 | 96.5 |
2 | Bengaluru | 83.75 | – | – | 67 | 83.75 |
3 | Bhopal & Raipur | – | 82 | – | 103.25 | 105.75 |
4 | Bhubaneshwar | 104.75 | 85.75 | 103.5 | 98.75 | 105.75 |
5 | Chandigarh | 103 | – | 104 | 104.5 | 110 |
6 | Chennai | – | – | 89 | 71 | 92 |
7 | Guwahati, Agartala, Aizawl, Imphal & Shillong | – | 88.5 | 88.25 | 63.25 | 92.5 |
8 | Hyderabad | 99.75 | 100.75 | 102.75 | 97.75 | 103.25 |
9 | Jammu | – | 78 | 91.25 | – | 96.25 |
10 | Jaipur | – | 101.25 | 105.5 | 104.5 | 108.25 |
11 | Kanpur, Lucknow & Dehradun | – | – | 104.25 | 108 | 111.25 |
12 | Kolkata & Gangtok | 103.75 | – | 102.5 | 98.5 | 106 |
13 | Mumbai, Navi Mumbai & Panaji | – | 85.25 | 86.25 | 79 | 92.75 |
14 | Nagpur | 100 | 63.5 | 100 | 72 | 100 |
15 | New Delhi | – | – | 102.75 | 100.5 | 105 |
16 | Patna & Ranchi | – | – | 108 | 109 | 110.25 |
17 | Thiruvananthapuram & Kochi | – | – | 99.75 | 79 | 99.75 |
Subjects | No. of Qs | Cut Off (GEN) |
|---|---|---|
Reasoning | 30 | 16–18 |
General English | 30 | 13–14 |
General Awareness | 30 | 12–15 |
Numerical Ability | 30 | 11–12 |
Total | 120 | 80–90 |
Vacancies: The Reserve Bank of India invites applications from eligible candidates for the posts mentioned below:
Name of Office | SC | ST | OBC $ | EWS @ | GEN/UR | Total | PwBD A | PwBD B | PwBD C | PwBD D | EXS / EX I | EXS / EX II |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ahmedabad | 0 | 8(2) | 1 | 2 | 18 | 29 | 1 | 1(1) | 0 | 0 | 1 | 5 |
Bengaluru | 3 | 0 | 5 | 1 | 7 | 16 | 1 | 0 | 1(1) | 0 | 0 | 3 |
Bhopal | 0 | 3(3) | 0 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 1(1) | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Bhubaneswar | 6 | 8(3) | 4 | 3 | 15 | 36 | 0 | 0 | 2(1) | 0 | 1 | 6 |
Chandigarh | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 02 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Chennai | 0 | 0 | 8(8) | 0 | 1 | 09 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Guwahati | 2 | 15 | 9 | 5 | 21 | 52 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2(1) | 2 | 10 |
Hyderabad | 3(1) | 3(2) | 0 | 3 | 27 | 36 | 1 | 1(1) | 0 | 1(1) | 1 | 6 |
Jaipur | 8 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 20 | 42 | 2(1) | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 8 |
Kanpur & Lucknow | 33 | 0 | 19 | 12 | 61 | 125 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 2(1) | 5 | 25 |
Kolkata | 23 | 1 | 21 | 9 | 36 | 90 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 18 |
Mumbai | 0 | 11(2) | 0 | 3 | 19 | 33 | 0 | 3(3) | 2(1) | 1(1) | 1 | 6 |
New Delhi | 4 | 0 | 11 | 6 | 40 | 61 | 1 | 2(1) | 1 | 0 | 2 | 12 |
Patna | 6 | 4 | 0 | 3 | 24 | 37 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3(2) | 1 | 7 |
Total | 89(1) | 58(12) | 83(8) | 51 | 291 | 572 | 8(1) | 10(7) | 10(3) | 12(6) | 19 | 106 |
Note: Vacancies in brackets () indicate backlog.
The Bank reserves the right to increase/ decrease the number of vacancies as per the requirement; or not to fill up the vacancies.
Abbreviations stand for: SC - Scheduled Caste, ST - Scheduled Tribe, OBC - Other Backward Classes, EWS - Economically Weaker Section, GEN/UR - General/ Unreserved, PwBD - Persons with Benchmark Disabilities, EXS - Ex-Servicemen, EX I - Disabled Ex servicemen/ Dependents of servicemen killed in action, EX II - Ex-servicemen (Normal).
$ Reservation for OBC in recruitment is governed by Office Memorandum No. 36012/22/93 Estt. (SCT) dated September 08, 1993, of Department of Personnel & Training, Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions, Government of India, as amended from time to time. Candidates belonging to OBC category but coming in the ‘Creamy Layer’ are not entitled to OBC reservation. They should indicate their category as 'General (GEN)’. The OBC candidates claiming reservation under the said category must produce OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) certificate based on the income for the Financial Year (FY) 2024-2025, 2023-2024 and 2022-2023 and issued on/ after April 01, 2025 (after the completion of FY 2024-25) but not later than the closing date of applications for the posts. The candidate should be in possession of requisite OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) certificate in the prescribed format in support of his/her claim for availing reservation on / before the closing date of applications for the posts i.e., February 04, 2026.
@ Reservation for Economically Weaker Section (EWS) in recruitment is governed by Office Memorandum No. 36039/1/2019-Estt (Res) dated January 31, 2019, of Department of Personnel & Training, Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievance & Pensions, Government of India.
Disclaimer: “EWS vacancies are tentative and subject to further directives of Government of India and outcome of any litigation. The appointment is provisional and is subject to the Income & Asset certificate being verified through proper channels”. Benefits of reservation under EWS category can be availed upon production of an “Income and Asset Certificate” issued by a Competent Authority in the prescribed format prescribed by Government of India, for the Financial Year 2024-2025 and valid for the Year 2025-2026. The EWS candidates who are not in possession of “Income & Asset Certificate” as per the extant DoPT guidelines on or before the closing date of application for the posts i.e., February 04, 2026, should apply under 'General (GEN)’ category only.
Pay Scale:
Selected Candidates will draw a starting basic pay of ₹24,250/- per month in the scale of ₹24250 – 840 (4) – 27610 – 980 (3) – 30550 – 1200 (3) – 34150 -1620 (2) - 37390 – 1990 (4) - 45350 – 2700(2) - 50750 – 2800 (1) – 53550 and other allowances, as admissible from time to time.
At present, initial Monthly Gross Emoluments (without HRA) for Office Attendants will be approximately ₹46,029/- per month.
**House Rent Allowance of 15% of Pay will be paid to them, additionally, if they are not staying in Bank’s accommodation.
Perquisites:
Bank’s accommodation subject to availability, medical facilities, reimbursement of education expenses, reimbursement of cost of spectacles and lens, knowledge updation allowance, furnishing of residence, Group Term Life Insurance (GTLI), vehicle insurance, conveyance allowance, Leave Fare Concession, etc., as per eligibility. The recruits will be governed by the Defined Contribution New Pension Scheme, in addition to the benefit of Gratuity.
Nature of Work
The post of Office Attendant is a Class lV post and its duties shall generally include physical movement and dispensation of files, records, office articles, utility items, etc., delivery of dak, opening and closing of sections/ divisions/departments, photocopying, assisting in other non-clerical and routine works and any other work as assigned by the seniors of the Bank, as per requirement.
Eligibility Criteria:
Nationality:
a candidate must be either:
i. a citizen of India, or
ii. a subject of Nepal, or
iii. a subject of Bhutan, or
iv. a Tibetan refugee who came over to India before 1st January 1962 with the intention of permanently settling in India, or
V. a person of Indian origin who has migrated from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, East African countries of Kenya, Uganda, the United Republic of Tanzania, Zambia, Malawi, Zaire, Ethiopia and Vietnam with the intention of permanently settling in India.
Provided that a candidate belonging to categories (ii), (iii), (iv) and (v) shall be a person in whose favour a certificate of eligibility has been issued by the Government of India. A candidate in whose case a certificate of eligibility is necessary may be admitted to the examination, but the offer of appointment may be given only after the necessary eligibility certificate is issued to him/her by the Government of India.
Age (as on 01/01/2026):
Between 18 and 25 years. Candidates born not earlier than 02/01/2001 and not later than 01/01/2008 (both days inclusive) are only eligible to apply.
Relaxation in the Upper Age Limit: Upper age limit will be relaxed as under:
Category | Relaxation in Age |
|---|---|
Scheduled Caste / Scheduled Tribe (SC / ST) | By 5 years, i.e., up to 30 years |
Other Backward Classes (OBC) | By 3 years, i.e., up to 28 years |
Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) | By 10 years (GEN/EWS), 13 years (OBC) & 15 years (SC/ST) |
Ex-Servicemen | To the extent of service rendered by them in Armed Forces plus an additional period of 3 years subject to maximum of 50 years |
Widows/divorced women/women judicially separated who are not re-married | Upto 35 years (40 years for SC/ST) |
Candidates having work experience in Reserve Bank of India | To the extent of number of years of such experience, subject to maximum of 3 years |
NOTE: Cumulative Age Relaxation will not be available either under the above items or in combination with any other items.
Educational Qualifications (as on 01/01/2026):
i) A candidate should have passed 10th Standard (S.S.C./Matriculation) from the concerned State/UT coming under the Regional Jurisdiction of the Recruiting Office to which he/she is applying. Such qualification should be from a recognized Board of that State/UT. The regional jurisdiction of Recruiting Offices is given in Annex IV.
ii) The candidate should be an undergraduate as on 01/01/2026. Graduates and candidates possessing higher qualification are not eligible to apply.
iii) A candidate belonging to Ex-servicemen category should have passed 10th Standard (S.S.C./Matriculation) and rendered at least 15 years of defence service, provided they have not graduated outside the Armed Forces.
iv) Candidates applying to a recruiting office should be proficient in the language (i.e., know to read, write, speak, and understand the language) of the State/UT falling under that office.