Overview
Indian Overseas Bank (IOB), a Government of India Undertaking, Central Office, Chennai has released a recruitment notification for the post of Security Guard (Subordinate Staff Cadre) (25 vacancies). Eligible candidates can apply online only, via www.iob.bank.in as per the official notification.
Key Details
- Organization
- Indian Overseas Bank (IOB), a Government of India Undertaking, Central Office, Chennai
- Qualification
- • 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. Important: Persons with Disabilities (PWDs), Disabled Ex-Servicemen (disabled during operation or otherwise), and Dependants of Servicemen killed in action are NOT ELIGIBLE to apply for this recruitment.
- Vacancies
- 25
- Advertisement No
- HRMD/SS/RECT/01/2026-27
- Last date to apply
- 14 September 2026
Important Dates
| Opening Date of Online Registration | 25 August 2026 |
| Closing Date of Online Registration | 14 September 2026 |
| Eligibility Cut-off Date | 1st day of the month in which registration opens (i.e. 01 August 2026, for age/qualification) |
| Online Test / Local Language Test / Physical Fitness Test Dates | Not specified in the official notification; will be intimated via call letter/email |
Eligibility
• 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. Important: Persons with Disabilities (PWDs), Disabled Ex-Servicemen (disabled during operation or otherwise), and Dependants of Servicemen killed in action are NOT ELIGIBLE to apply for this recruitment.
Age Limit
Category: Maximum Age | Relaxation for Ex-Servicemen/Ex-Agniveer General: 26 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) OBC: 29 years | + Actual period of defence service + 3 years (max. 45 years) Agniveer: 21 years | + Actual period of service as Agniveer + 3 years 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.
Salary
Particulars: Details Pay Scale (Subordinate Staff Cadre): ₹19,500–665/4–22,160–830/5–26,310–990/4–30,270–1,170/3–33,780–1,345/3–37,815 (12th Bipartite Settlement) Basic Pay Fixation: Based on last drawn salary during defence service, plus emoluments as per Industry-wide Bipartite Settlement and Bank policies Probation: 6 months of active service, confirmed on successful completion 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 Process
Selection is in three stages: Online Objective Test, Local Language (Tamil) Test, and Physical Fitness Test.
How to Apply
• 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. Important: Only online applications are accepted; no other mode will be entertained. If a candidate uploads more than one application, only the latest one will be considered. There is no application fee for this recruitment.
Required Documents
• 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important dates for IOB Security Guard Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Online for 25 Posts?
Opening Date of Online Registration: 25 August 2026; Closing Date of Online Registration: 14 September 2026; Eligibility Cut-off Date: 1st day of the month in which registration opens (i.e. 01 August 2026, for age/qualification); Online Test / Local Language Test / Physical Fitness Test Dates: Not specified in the official notification; will be intimated via call letter/email
What is the age limit?
Category: Maximum Age | Relaxation for Ex-Servicemen/Ex-Agniveer General: 26 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) OBC: 29 years | + Actual period of defence service + 3 years (max. 45 years) Agniveer: 21 years | + Actual period of service as Agniveer + 3 years 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.
What is the selection process?
Selection is in three stages: Online Objective Test, Local Language (Tamil) Test, and Physical Fitness Test.