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| Update type | Job |
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| Recruiting authority | Indian Overseas Bank (IOB), a Government of India Undertaking, Central Office, Chennai |
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| Last successful check | 14 Nov 2026 |
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| Last date | 14 Sept 2026 |
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- Updated August 25, 2026 10:10 AM
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- Applications closed on 14 September 2026. The original recruitment details are preserved below.
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IOB Security Guard Recruitment 2026 Overview
IOB Security Guard Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
IOB Security Guard Vacancy 2026 (Category-wise)
IOB Security Guard Eligibility Criteria 2026
- Candidate must be an Ex-Servicemen/Ex-Agniveer from the Army, Navy, or Air Force, as per the eligibility definitions in this notification.
- Candidates still serving in the Armed Forces whose Specific Period of Engagement (SPE) completes on or before 30 September 2026 are also eligible to apply.
- Character must have been "EXEMPLARY" at the time of valid discharge from the Armed Forces.
- Educational Qualification: A pass in 10th standard or its equivalent, but the candidate should not have passed Graduation or its equivalent examination.
- Candidate must be able to speak, read and write in Tamil.
- Medical Standard: Minimum SHAPE-1 or AYE (whichever applicable) at the time of valid discharge from the Armed Forces.
- Nationality: Citizen of India, or a subject of Nepal/Bhutan, or a Tibetan refugee (pre-1962), or a person of Indian origin migrated from specified countries with the intention of permanently settling in India, subject to conditions.
IOB Security Guard Age Limit
IOB Security Guard Pay Scale 2026
IOB Security Guard Selection Process 2026
- Selection is in three stages: Online Objective Test, Local Language (Tamil) Test, and Physical Fitness Test.
3. Physical Fitness Test (100 Marks)
- Push-Ups/Sit-Ups: 30+ reps = 30 marks, 21–29 reps = 25 marks, 15–20 reps = 20 marks, 14 or below = Fail.
- 1 km Run: under 4 min = 30 marks, 4–5 min = 20 marks, 5–6 min = 10 marks, over 6 min = Fail.
- Candidates must compulsorily pass each of the four Physical Fitness sub-tests with the minimum prescribed marks; only one attempt is allowed per sub-test.
- Candidates must submit a medical fitness certificate (not older than 15 days) from a Civil Assistant Surgeon or above, prior to the Physical Fitness Test.
- The Physical Fitness Test will be conducted at IOB Central Office, Chennai.
How to Apply for IOB Security Guard Recruitment 2026
- Visit www.iob.bank.in, go to the "Careers" page, and open "Recruitment of Security Guards".
- Read the detailed advertisement carefully and click "Apply Online" for the post.
- Register online by clicking "Click here to Register Online"; note your Registration Number and Password sent via email/SMS.
- Upload your scanned photograph, signature, live photo capture, left thumb impression, and handwritten declaration as per the specified format and size.
- Fill in all required details in the online application form carefully; ensure names match your certificates exactly.
- Click "COMPLETE REGISTRATION" and take a printout of the submitted application form for your records.
- Submit the application on or before 14 September 2026.
Documents Required (at Physical Fitness Test)
- Printout of the 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 the prescribed format, where applicable (OBC certificate must carry the Non-Creamy Layer clause, valid as on 14 September 2026)
- Any other relevant documents supporting eligibility
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Q4. What is the selection process for IOB Security Guard?
- An Online Objective Test (80 marks), a Local Language Test in Tamil (20 marks), and a Physical Fitness Test (100 marks), followed by a reservation-wise merit list.
Q5. What is the pay scale for IOB Security Guard?
- ₹19,500–₹37,815 in the Subordinate Staff Cadre, with basic pay fixed based on last drawn defence salary.
Q6. Is there an application fee for IOB Security Guard Recruitment 2026?
- No, there is no application fee for this recruitment.
Q8. What is the age limit for IOB Security Guard Recruitment 2026?
- 18 to 26 years for General category (as on 01 August 2026), with relaxation for the actual period of defence service plus 3 years, subject to a maximum of 45 years for Ex-Servicemen across all categories.
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