IDBI Bank Mega Recruitment 2026: 1300 Vacancies for Assistant Manager and JAM Posts, Salary Up to Rs. 48,000

Mumbai: IDBI Bank has released two major recruitment notifications (Advertisement No. 6 & 7/2025-26) inviting online applications for 1300 vacancies across two posts: Assistant Manager (Grade 'A') and Junior Assistant Manager (Grade 'O'). The online registration window opens on March 8, 2026, and closes on March 19, 2026. The online examination is tentatively scheduled for April 12, 2026.

This is a golden opportunity for graduates and experienced banking professionals seeking a career in the public sector. Here is the complete breakdown of both notifications.

Recruitment Overview at a Glance

For the Assistant Manager post, there are 200 vacancies. Candidates must be graduates with at least two years of banking experience, aged between 21 and 30 years. The exam for this post will be held in the afternoon session on April 12, 2026.

For the Junior Assistant Manager (JAM) post, there are 1100 vacancies. Candidates must be graduates with minimum 60% marks, aged between 20 and 25 years. The exam for this post will be held in the morning session on April 12, 2026.

Post 1: Assistant Manager – Grade 'A' (200 Vacancies)

This is a national-level recruitment for experienced banking professionals.

Regarding the vacancy breakdown, the total 200 posts are distributed as follows: 81 for Unreserved (UR) category, 30 for Scheduled Castes (SC), 15 for Scheduled Tribes (ST), 54 for Other Backward Classes (OBC), 20 for Economically Weaker Sections (EWS), and 8 for Persons with Disabilities (PwD).

The eligibility criteria require candidates to be graduates from a recognized university. They must possess a minimum of two years of post-qualification work experience in any Scheduled Public Sector Bank, Private Sector Bank, Cooperative Bank, or Regional Rural Bank. Candidates having experience in Branch Banking, Operations, Retail Assets, Credit, or Sales will be preferred. The age limit, as on March 1, 2026, is a minimum of 21 years and a maximum of 30 years, meaning candidates must have been born between March 2, 1996, and March 1, 2005.

In terms of salary, the basic pay for an Assistant Manager is Rs. 48,480 per month. The detailed pay scale is Rs. 48480-2000(7)-62480-2340(2)–67160–2680(7)-85920 over 17 years. Additional allowances, perquisites, and benefits under the IDBI Bank New Pension Scheme (IBLNPS) will apply as per bank rules.

Post 2: Junior Assistant Manager (JAM) – Grade 'O' (1100 Vacancies)

This is a zone-wise regional recruitment. Candidates must be proficient in the local language of the zone they apply for.

The zone-wise vacancy distribution is as follows. The Delhi zone, covering Delhi-NCR and Rajasthan, has 130 vacancies. The Mumbai zone, covering Maharashtra, also has 130 vacancies. The Lucknow zone, covering Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand, has 85 vacancies. Bengaluru zone for Karnataka has 75 vacancies. Ahmedabad zone, covering Gujarat, Daman & Diu, and Dadra & Nagar Haveli, has 70 vacancies. Chandigarh zone, covering Punjab, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu & Kashmir, and Ladakh, has 70 vacancies. Chennai zone, covering Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and Andaman & Nicobar, has 70 vacancies. Hyderabad zone for Telangana and Andhra Pradesh has 65 vacancies. Kolkata zone for West Bengal and Sikkim has 60 vacancies. Bhopal zone for Madhya Pradesh has 55 vacancies. Kochi zone for Kerala has 55 vacancies. Pune zone for Goa and Maharashtra has 55 vacancies. Bhubaneswar zone for Chhattisgarh and Odisha has 50 vacancies. Nagpur zone for Maharashtra has 50 vacancies. Patna zone for Bihar and Jharkhand has 45 vacancies. Finally, the Guwahati zone for the seven sister states has 35 vacancies.

The eligibility criteria for JAM require candidates to hold a Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 60% marks. For SC, ST, and PwBD candidates, the minimum is 55%. It is crucial to note that this post requires proficiency in the language of the applied zone. Proof of language proficiency must be provided via a domicile certificate or a Class 10 or 12 mark sheet. The age limit, as on March 1, 2026, is a minimum of 20 years and a maximum of 25 years, meaning candidates must have been born between March 2, 2001, and March 1, 2006.

Regarding compensation, the Cost to Company (CTC) for a JAM officer will range between approximately Rs. 6.14 lakh to Rs. 6.50 lakh per annum in a Class A city. As per current norms, Grade "O" officers are eligible for promotion to the next cadre, i.e., Grade 'A', on completion of three years of service, subject to performance and other criteria.

Selection Process for Both Posts

The selection process for both positions comprises multiple stages. Candidates must successfully clear the Online Test (OT), which is an objective-type MCQ exam. This will be followed by Document Verification (DV) and a Personal Interview (PI). Finally, shortlisted candidates must pass a Pre-Recruitment Medical Test (PRMT) as per the bank's standards.

The exam pattern for the online test is identical for both posts. There are four sections. The Logical Reasoning, Data Analysis & Interpretation section contains 60 questions for 60 marks, to be completed in 40 minutes. The English Language section has 40 questions for 40 marks, with a time limit of 20 minutes. The Quantitative Aptitude section consists of 40 questions for 40 marks, allotted 35 minutes. The General Awareness section, covering Economy, Banking, Computer, and IT, has 60 questions for 60 marks, to be finished in 25 minutes. The total duration of the exam is 120 minutes for 200 marks.

All tests except the English Language section will be available bilingually, in English and Hindi. There is a key difference in the marking scheme: for the JAM post, there is a penalty of 0.25 marks for each wrong answer. However, there is no penalty for wrong answers in the Assistant Manager exam.

The final selection is based on a composite score, which is calculated as three-fourths of the Online Test score plus one-fourth of the Personal Interview score. Candidates must score a minimum of 50% in the interview (45% for reserved categories) to be considered.

Application Fee and Payment Mode

The application fee is to be paid online. For SC, ST, and PwD candidates, the fee is Rs. 250, which is only the intimation charges. For all other candidates, the total fee is Rs. 1050, which includes both the application fees and intimation charges.

Payment can be made using Debit Cards, Credit Cards (RuPay, Visa, MasterCard, Maestro), Internet Banking, Wallets, or UPI. Candidates are advised to note that bank transaction charges or convenience fees will have to be borne by the candidate themselves, and the fee once paid will not be refunded under any circumstances.

Important Dates to Remember

Candidates must mark the following dates in their calendar. The cut-off date for determining eligibility is March 1, 2026. The advertisement was released on March 6, 2026. The online registration window opens on March 8, 2026, and closes on March 19, 2026. The tentative date for the online examination is April 12, 2026, with the morning session dedicated to the JAM Grade O exam and the afternoon session for the Assistant Manager Grade A exam.

Key Instructions for Candidates

Candidates must ensure they read the full notification carefully before applying. They can apply for only one post. Applying for multiple posts or submitting multiple applications for the same post will lead to disqualification.

Before starting the application, candidates should keep scanned copies of their photograph (4.5cm x 3.5cm, between 20kb and 50kb), signature (between 10kb and 20kb), left thumb impression, and a handwritten declaration ready in JPG or JPEG format. The handwritten declaration must state: "I, _______ (Name of the candidate), hereby declare that all the information submitted by me in the application form is correct, true and valid. I will present the supporting documents as and when required."

For those applying for the JAM post, it is mandatory to have proof of language proficiency, such as a domicile certificate or Class 10 or 12 mark sheet. Candidates with a CGPA must convert it to a percentage using the official formula from their university, as the minimum 60% (or 55% for reserved categories) requirement will be strictly enforced.

Candidates already working in Government, Quasi-Government organizations, or Public Sector Banks must produce a 'No Objection Certificate' from their employer at the time of Document Verification.

Official Disclaimer

IDBI Bank has issued a warning against fraudulent agents and unauthorized intermediaries. The bank does not charge any money for job offers, nor does it authorize any coaching center or agency to collect money on its behalf. Candidates are strictly advised to apply only through the official IDBI Bank website at www.idbi.bank.in. Canvassing in any form will be treated as a disqualification.