IOB Security Guard Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 25 Posts (Ex-Servicemen/Ex-Agniveers)
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IOB Security Guard Recruitment 2026 Notification has been officially released by Indian Overseas Bank for 25 Security Guard vacancies, open exclusively to eligible Ex-Servicemen and Ex-Agniveers (this drive is not open to civilian candidates). Eligible candidates looking for Bank Jobs 2026 or Ex-Servicemen recruitment updates can apply online from 25 August 2026 to 14 September 2026. Detailed eligibility criteria, age limit, selection process, pay scale, and direct apply link are provided below.
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About Indian Overseas Bank (IOB)
Indian Overseas Bank (IOB) is a Government of India Undertaking headquartered at its Central Office in Chennai, and one of India's leading public sector banks. Through this drive, IOB is filling Security Guard posts in the Subordinate Staff Cadre exclusively from the pool of Ex-Servicemen and Ex-Agniveers, offering these candidates a stable second career in the banking sector with duties centred around premises security, surveillance, and operation of security systems at the Bank's offices.
IOB Security Guard Recruitment 2026 – Quick Overview
| Recruiting Bank | 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 Posts |
| Eligible Candidates | Ex-Servicemen / Ex-Agniveers only (Disabled Ex-Servicemen not eligible) |
| Job Category | Bank Jobs 2026 / Sarkari Naukri |
| Place of Posting | Currently Chennai; postable anywhere in Tamil Nadu |
| Application Mode | Online Application |
| Start Date to Apply | 25 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 14 September 2026 |
| Official Website | iob.bank.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 25 August 2026 |
| Online Registration Start Date | 25 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 14 September 2026 |
| Eligibility Cut-off Date | 01 August 2026 |
| Online Test / Tamil Test / PFT Date | To be intimated via call letter/email |
IOB Security Guard Vacancy Details 2026
A total of 25 Security Guard posts are available, reserved exclusively for Ex-Servicemen and Ex-Agniveers. The category-wise vacancy distribution is given below; the number of vacancies is provisional and may change as per the Bank's actual requirements.
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| General (GEN) | 12 |
| OBC | 7 |
| SC | 4 |
| EWS | 2 |
| ST | 0 |
| Total Posts | 25 |
Eligibility Criteria 2026
Eligibility & Educational Qualification
- Candidate must be an Ex-Serviceman/Ex-Agniveer of the Army, Navy, or Air Force (those whose Specific Period of Engagement completes on or before 30 September 2026 may also apply).
- Character must have been "Exemplary" at the time of valid discharge.
- Educational Qualification: 10th standard pass or equivalent, but the candidate must not have passed Graduation.
- Candidate must be able to speak, read and write Tamil.
- Medical Standard: Minimum SHAPE-1 or AYE at the time of discharge.
- Persons with Disabilities, Disabled Ex-Servicemen, and Dependants of Servicemen killed in action are not eligible to apply.
Age Limit (as on 01 August 2026)
| Category | Maximum Age | Relaxation |
|---|---|---|
| General | 26 Years | + actual defence service + 3 years (max. 45) |
| SC/ST | 31 Years | + actual defence service + 3 years (max. 45) |
| OBC | 29 Years | + actual defence service + 3 years (max. 45) |
| Ex-Agniveer | 21 Years | + actual Agniveer service + 3 years |
Minimum age is 18 years; the overall maximum age limit for Ex-Servicemen is capped at 45 years across all categories.
IOB Security Guard Pay Scale 2026
Selected candidates will be placed in the Subordinate Staff Cadre under the 12th Bipartite Settlement pay structure:
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Pay Scale | ₹19,500–665/4–22,160–830/5–26,310–990/4–30,270–1,170/3–33,780–1,345/3–37,815 |
| Basic Pay Fixation | Based on last drawn defence salary + applicable emoluments |
| Probation | 6 months of active service |
Selection Process
Selection for IOB Security Guard Recruitment 2026 is based on three stages, followed by a category-wise merit list:
- Online Objective Test — English, Aptitude, Arithmetic & Psychometric (80 Marks)
- Local Language Test in Tamil (20 Marks)
- Physical Fitness Test — Push-Ups, Sit-Ups, 1 km Run, Drill (100 Marks, qualifying 65)
- Final Merit List based on combined marks, category/reservation-wise
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| All Categories | Nil — No Application Fee |
Documents Required (at Physical Fitness Test)
- Printout of Physical Fitness Test Call Letter & Application Form
- Proof of Date of Birth (Birth Certificate / SSLC or 10th Certificate)
- Photo ID Proof (Aadhaar / PAN / Passport / Driving Licence / Voter ID)
- Educational Qualification Mark Sheets & Certificates
- Discharge Book & Ex-Servicemen Identity Card
- SC/ST/OBC/EWS Certificate in prescribed format, where applicable
How to Apply Online for IOB Security Guard Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official website: iob.bank.in, go to "Careers", and open "Recruitment of Security Guards".
- Read the detailed advertisement, then click Apply Online.
- Register by clicking "Click here to Register Online"; note your Registration Number and Password.
- Upload scanned photograph, signature, live photo capture, left thumb impression, and declaration in the specified format.
- Fill in all details carefully, ensuring names match your certificates exactly.
- Click "Complete Registration" and take a printout of the submitted form.
- Submit the application on or before 14 September 2026. Only online applications are accepted; there is no application fee.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. Who can apply for IOB Security Guard Recruitment 2026?
Ans: Only eligible Ex-Servicemen and Ex-Agniveers (excluding Disabled Ex-Servicemen) can apply; this is not open to civilian candidates.
Q2. What is the last date to apply for IOB Security Guard Recruitment 2026?
Ans: Online registration closes on 14 September 2026.
Q3. Is knowledge of Tamil compulsory?
Ans: Yes, candidates must be able to speak, read and write Tamil, tested separately in the Local Language Test.
Q4. Is there an application fee?
Ans: No, there is no application fee for this recruitment.
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