IOB Security Guard Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Online for 25 Posts

Note: Vacancies are reserved exclusively for Ex-Servicemen/Ex-Agniveers (excluding Disabled Ex-Servicemen). This post is not identified for reservation under the Persons with Disabilities (PWD) category. The number of vacancies is provisional and may vary as per the Bank's actual requirements; reserved-category candidates may also apply against General category vacancies if otherwise eligible.

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 perma

Note: Minimum age is 18 years; age is reckoned as on 01 August 2026. The maximum age limit of 45 years for Ex-Servicemen applies uniformly across all categories, including reserved categories.

Duties include security and surveillance of Bank premises, operating security gadgets (CCTV, DFMD, HHMD, access control systems), maintaining fire alarm and fire-fighting equipment, and working in shifts including night shifts.

Selection is in three stages: Online Objective Test, Local Language (Tamil) Test, and Physical Fitness Test. Conducted separately for a maximum of 20 marks . The overall cut-off scores for General and Reserved category candidates in the Online Test and Local Language Test will be decided by the Bank based on candidates' performance. 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 Centra

1. Objective Type Test (Online)

3. Physical Fitness Test (100 Marks)

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 Ration Card and Learner's Driving Licence are not accepted as valid ID proof for this process. All documents must be produced in original along with a self-attested photocopy; failure to do so may disqualify the candidate from further participation.

Only candidates willing to work in shifts (24x7x365) should apply. Pre-Examination Training is available (free of cost) for SC/ST/Minority Communities/Ex-Servicemen candidates at Chennai; travel, boarding and lodging expenses must be borne by the candidate. Candidates serving in Government/Quasi-Government/PSU/Nationalised Bank roles must produce an original NOC from their employer at the time of interview/selection stage. Candidates found using unfair means, impersonation, or canvassing will be disqualified and may be debarred from future Bank recruitment, in addition to facing criminal prosecution. Appointment is provisional and subject to medical fitness, and satisfactory verification of character, antecedents, and caste certificates (wherever applicable). No request for change of examination centre, Physical Fitness Test date, or registered email ID will be entertained. Any dispute a