IDBI Bank JAM Grade A Recruitment 2026-27: Notification, Dates & Apply Online

IDBI Bank has officially released the recruitment notification (Advt No. 7/2025-26) for the post of Assistant Manager Grade ‘A’ for the 2026-27 cycle. This year, the bank has announced 200 vacancies for this cadre, targeting experienced banking professionals. This role offers a direct entry into the managerial level, bypassing the entry-level Grade ‘O’ training phase.

1. Vacancies & Deadlines: There are 200 vacancies for Assistant Manager Grade ‘A’. The online application window opens on March 8, 2026, and closes on March 19, 2026.
2. Selection Process: Eligibility requires a Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 2 years of experience in the BFSI (Banking, Financial Services, and Insurance) sector. Candidates must be aged between 21 to 30 years. Selection involves an Online Test followed by a Personal Interview.
3. Salary & Growth: Grade ‘A’ officers are permanent employees with a competitive pay scale (basic pay starting at ₹36,000). The gross monthly salary is approximately ₹60,000, offering a strong career path toward senior management levels.

IDBI Assistant Manager Grade ‘A’ Notification 2026

The short notification was released on March 6, 2026, while the detailed advertisement will be published on the official website www.idbibank.in from March 8 onward. This recruitment offers an excellent opportunity for candidates currently working in the financial sector to move into a stable position with a well-established bank.

IDBI Assistant Manager Grade ‘A’ Highlights

IDBI Assistant Manager Exam Dates 2026

The application window for Grade ‘A’ is notably short. Candidates should ensure they have their experience certificates and scanned documents ready before the link goes live.

IDBI Grade A Vacancy 2025-26

The 200 vacancies for Assistant Manager Grade ‘A’ are distributed across various categories. The detailed category-wise breakup (UR, OBC, SC, ST, EWS) will be available in the full PDF released on March 8.

Eligibility Criteria (Educational & Age)

• Educational Qualification: Graduation in any discipline from a recognized University. (Candidates must have a valid degree certificate at the time of application).
• Experience (Mandatory): Minimum 2 years of experience in the BFSI Sector (Banking, Financial Services, or Insurance).
• Age Limit (As of cut-off date):
  • Minimum: 21 Years
  • Maximum: 30 Years
  • Age Relaxation: SC/ST: 5 years, OBC (NCL): 3 years, PwBD: 10 years.

Application Fees

IDBI Grade A Exam Pattern

The exam consists of 200 questions to be solved in a composite time of 120 minutes. There is a 0.25 negative marking for each wrong answer.

IDBI Assistant Manager Syllabus

• Logical Reasoning: Puzzles, Input-Output, Logical Reasoning, Syllogism, Data Sufficiency.
• Quantitative Aptitude: Data Interpretation (Advanced), Arithmetic, Caselets, Number Series.
• English: Reading Comprehension, Cloze Test, Fillers, Sentence Correction.
• Banking Awareness: Current Affairs (last 6-8 months), Financial Awareness, RBI Circulars, Static Banking.

IDBI Assistant Manager Salary

Officers in Grade ‘A’ are placed in the pay scale of ₹36000-1490(7)-46430-1740(2)–49910–1990(7)-63840.

• Gross Pay: Approximately ₹60,000 per month.
• Net In-hand Salary: Approximately ₹50,000 per month (after deductions).
• Benefits: HRA, DA, Medical Aid, Travelling Allowance, and Newspaper Reimbursement.

Admit Card & Result

• Admit Card: Will be issued 10-14 days prior to the exam.
• Result: Shortlisted candidates from the online test will be called for the Personal Interview (100 marks). Final selection is based on the combined score of the written test and interview.

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