IOB Security Guard Recruitment 2026 – 25 Vacancies
Recruitment Overview
| Organization Name | Post Name | Total Vacancies | Application Mode | Job Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian Overseas Bank | Security Guard | 25 | Online | Chennai (anywhere in Tamil Nadu) |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| 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 / Local Language Test / Physical Fitness Test Dates | Check Official Notification |
Application / Registration Fee
No Application Fee
Eligibility Criteria & Vacancy / Seat Details
The recruitment is open only to Ex-Servicemen and Ex-Agniveers (excluding disabled Ex-Servicemen).
| Post Name | Total Vacancies | Category-wise Breakup | Age Limit | Educational Qualification | Pay Scale | Job Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Security Guard | 25 | GEN-12, OBC-7, SC-4, EWS-2, ST-0 | 18-26 years (relaxation applicable) | 10th standard pass (must not have passed Graduation) | ₹19,500–₹37,815 | Chennai (anywhere in Tamil Nadu) |
| 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) |
| Agniveer | 21 years | + actual service + 3 years |
Selection / Admission / Evaluation Process
Selection consists of three stages: Online Objective Test, Local Language (Tamil) Test, and Physical Fitness Test.
- Online Objective Test (80 marks): English (20), Aptitude (20), Arithmetic (20), Psychometric (20).
- Local Language Test (Tamil, 20 marks).
- Physical Fitness Test (100 marks): Push-ups (30), Sit-ups (30), 1 km Run (30), Drill (10). Minimum qualifying marks: 20 each for push-ups/sit-ups/run, 5 for drill; overall 65.
Final merit list is prepared category-wise based on total marks.
How to Apply / Register / Check Status
- Visit the official website and go to the "Careers" page.
- Open "Recruitment of Security Guards" and click "Apply Online".
- Register with your email/SMS and note your registration number.
- Upload scanned photograph, signature, live photo, left thumb impression, and handwritten declaration.
- Fill in all required details carefully.
- Click "COMPLETE REGISTRATION" and take a printout.
- Submit the application on or before 14 September 2026.
Only online applications are accepted; there is no application fee.
Required Documents
- Printout