IOB Security Guard Recruitment 2026 – 25 Ex-Servicemen & Ex-Agniveer Posts
Organization: Indian Overseas Bank (IOB) – Government of India Undertaking, Central Office, Chennai
Post Name: Security Guard (Subordinate Staff Cadre)
Total Vacancies: 25
Salary: Rs. 19,500 – Rs. 37,815 per month (12th Bipartite Settlement)
Qualification: 10th Pass (candidates must NOT have passed Graduation); Tamil language mandatory
Age Limit: 18 – 26 years as on 01 August 2026 (relaxation for Ex-Servicemen)
Application Fee: Nil
Last Date: 14 September 2026
Apply Mode: Online at iob.bank.in
IOB Security Guard Recruitment 2026 – 25 Ex-Servicemen & Ex-Agniveer Posts
Indian Overseas Bank (IOB) has released the official notification for 25 Security Guard posts under the Subordinate Staff Cadre. The recruitment is exclusively for eligible Ex-Servicemen and Ex-Agniveers (excluding Disabled Ex-Servicemen) for appointment at Chennai and other locations in Tamil Nadu. The notification was issued on 25 August 2026 vide Advertisement No. HRMD/SS/RECT/01/2026-27.
The selection process includes an Online Objective Test (80 marks), a Local Language Tamil Test (20 marks), and a Physical Fitness Test (100 marks). There is no application fee for this recruitment. Candidates must be able to speak, read, and write in Tamil and must not have passed Graduation. The educational qualification required is a pass in 10th standard or its equivalent.
Online registration started on 25 August 2026 at iob.bank.in and the last date to apply is 14 September 2026. The pay scale ranges from Rs. 19,500 to Rs. 37,815 per month under the 12th Bipartite Settlement. Basic pay will be fixed based on the last drawn salary during defence service. The selected candidates will be required to work in shifts including night shifts as part of a 24x7x365 security operation at bank premises.
Key Details at a Glance
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Indian Overseas Bank (IOB), Central Office, Chennai |
| Advertisement No. | HRMD/SS/RECT/01/2026-27 |
| Post Name | Security Guard (Subordinate Staff Cadre) |
| Total Vacancies | 25 |
| Eligibility | Ex-Servicemen / Ex-Agniveers only |
| Job Location | Chennai / Tamil Nadu |
| Official Website | iob.bank.in |
Who Should Apply for IOB Security Guard Recruitment 2026?
This recruitment is open exclusively to Ex-Servicemen and Ex-Agniveers from the Indian Army, Navy, or Air Force. It is not open to civilian candidates. Candidates still serving in the Armed Forces whose Specific Period of Engagement (SPE) completes on or before 30 September 2026 are also eligible. Candidates must have the character of EXEMPLARY at the time of discharge and must meet the medical standard of SHAPE-1 or AYE.
Eligible Candidates:
- Ex-Servicemen from Army, Navy, or Air Force
- Ex-Agniveers (not disabled)
- Serving personnel whose SPE ends on or before 30 Sep 2026
- Candidates with EXEMPLARY character at discharge
- Candidates with Tamil language proficiency (speak, read, write)
Why Apply?
- 25 vacancies with guaranteed reservation for Ex-Servicemen
- No application fee
- Three-stage transparent selection process
- Pre-Examination Training available free of cost for SC/ST/Minority/Ex-SM
- Pay scale under 12th Bipartite Settlement
IOB Security Guard Recruitment 2026 – Important Dates
Key Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 25 August 2026 |
| Opening Date of Online Registration | 25 August 2026 |
| Closing Date of Online Registration | 14 September 2026 |
| Eligibility Cut-off Date | 01 August 2026 |
| Online Test / Language Test / PFT Dates | To be intimated via call letter |
IOB Security Guard Recruitment 2026 – Vacancy Details
A total of 25 Security Guard vacancies are available. The vacancies are reserved exclusively for Ex-Servicemen/Ex-Agniveers. The number of vacancies is provisional and may vary based on the bank's actual requirements.
Category-wise Vacancy Breakdown
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| General (UR) | 12 |
| OBC | 7 |
| SC | 4 |
| EWS | 2 |
| ST | 0 |
| Total | 25 |
IOB Security Guard Recruitment 2026 – Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must meet all eligibility requirements including service status, educational qualification, medical standard, and Tamil language proficiency. The eligibility cut-off date is 01 August 2026.
Detailed Eligibility
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Service Status | Ex-Servicemen / Ex-Agniveers from Army, Navy, or Air Force only (Disabled Ex-Servicemen NOT eligible) |
| Education | 10th standard pass or equivalent – candidates must NOT have passed Graduation |
| Language | Must be able to speak, read, and write in Tamil (tested separately) |
| Character | EXEMPLARY character at time of valid discharge |
| Medical | SHAPE-1 or AYE (whichever applicable) at time of discharge |
| Nationality | Citizen of India, or subject of Nepal/Bhutan, or Tibetan refugee (pre-1962) |
Age Limit (as on 01 August 2026)
| Category | Maximum Age | Relaxation |
|---|---|---|
| General | 26 years | + Actual period of defence service + 3 years (max 45 years) |
| OBC | 29 years | + Actual period of defence service + 3 years (max 45 years) |
| SC/ST | 31 years | + Actual period of defence service + 3 years (max 45 years) |
| Agniveer | 21 years | + Actual period of service as Agniveer + 3 years |
IOB Security Guard Recruitment 2026 – Salary Details
The Security Guard post falls under the Subordinate Staff Cadre with pay scale as per the 12th Bipartite Settlement. Basic pay fixation is based on the last drawn salary during defence service, plus emoluments as per Industry-wide Bipartite Settlement and bank policies.
Pay Scale
| Component | Details |
|---|---|
| Pay Scale | Rs. 19,500 – Rs. 37,815 (Subordinate Staff Cadre) |
| Basic Pay Fixation | Based on last drawn defence salary + Bank policy |
| Probation | 6 months of active service |
| Other Benefits | As per 12th Bipartite Settlement and bank policies |
IOB Security Guard Recruitment 2026 – Selection Process
Selection is in three stages. Candidates must clear each stage to proceed to the next. The final merit list is drawn category/reservation-wise by adding marks from the Online Test, Local Language Test, and Physical Fitness Test.
Stage 1: Online Objective Test (80 Marks)
| Subject | Maximum Marks |
|---|---|
| Knowledge of English Language | 20 |
| Aptitude Test | 20 |
| Arithmetic Test | 20 |
| Psychometric Test | 20 |
| Total | 80 |
Stage 2: Local Language Tamil Test (20 Marks)
Conducted separately for 20 marks. Candidates must demonstrate ability to speak, read, and write in Tamil.
Stage 3: Physical Fitness Test (100 Marks)
| Sub-Test | Max Score | Qualifying Score |
|---|---|---|
| Push-Ups | 30 | 20 |
| Sit-Ups | 30 | 20 |
| 1 Kilometre Run | 30 | 20 |
| Drill | 10 | 5 |
| Total | 100 | 65 |
IOB Security Guard Recruitment 2026 – How to Apply
The application process is entirely online. Candidates must register through the IOB website before the closing date. Only online applications are accepted.
Step-by-Step Application Process
- Step 1: Visit www.iob.bank.in and navigate to the Careers page for "Recruitment of Security Guards"
- Step 2: Click "Apply Online" and register by clicking "Click here to Register Online"
- Step 3: Note down the Registration Number and Password sent via email/SMS
- Step 4: Upload scanned photograph, signature, live photo capture, left thumb impression, and handwritten declaration as per specified format and size
- Step 5: Fill in all required details carefully – ensure names match certificates exactly
- Step 6: Click "COMPLETE REGISTRATION" and take a printout of the submitted application form
- Step 7: Submit the application on or before 14 September 2026
Important Instructions
- Only online applications are accepted – no other mode will be entertained
- If multiple applications are uploaded, only the latest one will be considered
- No request for change of exam centre or registered email ID will be entertained
- Only candidates willing to work in shifts (24x7x365) should apply
- Candidates serving in government/PSU must produce original NOC at interview stage
IOB Security Guard Recruitment 2026 – Documents Required
Candidates must produce the following documents in original with self-attested photocopies at the Physical Fitness Test. Ration Card and Learner's Driving Licence are not accepted as valid ID proof.
- Printout of valid Physical Fitness Test call letter
- System-generated printout of the online application form
- Proof of Date of Birth (Birth Certificate or SSLC/Std. X certificate with DOB)
- Photo Identity Proof (Passport/Aadhaar/e-Aadhaar/PAN Card/Driving Licence/Voter's Card)
- Mark sheets and certificates for educational qualifications
- Discharge Book
- Ex-Servicemen Identity Card
- SC/ST/OBC/EWS certificate in prescribed format, where applicable (OBC certificate must carry Non-Creamy Layer clause valid as on 14 Sep 2026)
- Medical fitness certificate (not older than 15 days) from Civil Assistant Surgeon or above
- Any other relevant documents supporting eligibility
IOB Security Guard Recruitment 2026 – Important Links
Official Recruitment Links
- Official Notification PDF - Download PDF
- Apply Online - ibpsreg.ibps.in
- Official Website - iob.bank.in
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IOB Security Guard Recruitment 2026 – Frequently Asked Questions
Only eligible Ex-Servicemen and Ex-Agniveers (excluding Disabled Ex-Servicemen) can apply. This recruitment is not open to civilian candidates.
IOB has notified 25 posts – General-12, OBC-7, SC-4, EWS-2, ST-0. All posts are reserved for Ex-Servicemen/Ex-Agniveers.
Online registration closes on 14 September 2026. Registration started on 25 August 2026.
The selection includes an Online Objective Test (80 marks), a Local Language Tamil Test (20 marks), and a Physical Fitness Test (100 marks), followed by a category-wise merit list.
The pay scale is Rs. 19,500 to Rs. 37,815 per month under the 12th Bipartite Settlement. Basic pay is fixed based on the last drawn defence salary.
No, there is no application fee for this recruitment.
Yes, candidates must be able to speak, read, and write in Tamil. This is tested separately in the Local Language Test.
18 to 26 years for General category as on 01 August 2026. Ex-Servicemen get relaxation for actual defence service period plus 3 years, subject to a maximum of 45 years across all categories.
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