Telangana & Andhra Pradesh Students: Bank Recruitment Opportunities You Can Apply For Banking Jobs
If you’re from Telangana or Andhra Pradesh, here’s the good news: you’re absolutely eligible to apply for the bank recruitment and clerical positions currently open nationwide. Though some job opportunities may be limited by language requirements or state preferences, there are still plenty of excellent options available — including posts in your home states.
Eligibility Factors — No Restrictions on State
- The ongoing IBPS Clerk Recruitment 2025 (CRP-CSA XV), with 10,277 vacancies across public sector banks (like Canara Bank, Bank of Baroda, and SBI), is open for all Indian citizens. The online application window is from 1st to 21st August 2025 (The Economic Times, The Times of India).
- You are eligible to apply regardless of your state — Telangana or Andhra Pradesh — as long as you meet the age, education, and computer proficiency requirements (The Economic Times, The Times of India).
- Just keep in mind: language proficiency in Kannada is important if applying for Karnataka-specific positions — but happiest for Telangana and Andhra, Telugu language requirements apply only in rural RRB exams or regional-language banks (Bankers Adda, Bank Exam Portal).
Vacancies in Telangana & Andhra Regional Rural Banks (Gramin Banks)
For students specifically looking to work closer to home, consider openings in Regional Rural Banks (RRBs) serving Telugu-speaking regions:
- Andhra Pradesh:
- Andhra Pragathi Grameena Bank
- Chaitanya Godavari Grameena Bank
- Saptagiri Grameena Bank
- Telangana:
- Andhra Pradesh Grameena Vikas Bank
- Telangana Grameena Bank (Shiksha, Bihar Help)
Both states offer numerous Office Assistant (clerical) and Officer Scale I-II posts. For example:
- Andhra Pradesh RRBs: ~100 Office Assistant roles in Andhra Pragathi Grameena Bank, ~50 in Chaitanya Godavari, and similar in others.
- Telangana RRBs: ~285 Office Assistants in Andhra Pradesh Grameena Vikas Bank, and ~135 in Telangana Grameena Bank (AP Teachers, Bihar Help).
These roles provide strong career opportunities right in your home districts.
Exam Centers in Telangana & Andhra Pradesh
If selected, you can conveniently take exams at familiar centers across your states:
- Telangana: Preliminary test centers in Hyderabad, Karimnagar, Khammam, Warangal. Mains centers: Hyderabad and Khammam.
- Andhra Pradesh: Multiple centers such as Anantapur, Chittoor, Guntur, Vijayawada, Visakhapatnam, among others (India Education).
Key Details at a Glance
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Process | IBPS Clerk Prelims & Mains |
| Educational Qualification | Graduate degree recognizes in any discipline |
| Age Requirement | 20–28 years; up to 5 years relaxation for SC/ST, 3 for OBC |
| Required Skills | Computer Knowledge (certification or course) (The Economic Times, Bankers Adda) |
| Local Language | Telugu required for RRB postings in Telangana & AP; Kannada for Karnataka RRBs |
| How to Apply | Online at ibps.in between Aug 1–21 2025 (The Times of India, Bankers Adda) |
| Documents Required | Photo, signature, left thumb impression, handwritten declaration, ID proof, educational certificates |
Good to Know Before You Apply
- There’s no domicile restriction for IBPS Clerk — students from Telangana and AP can apply anywhere. However, choose Telangana or Andhra PRRB/RRB postings for local advantage.
- Language proficiency matters — ensure you meet the local language requirement of the region you apply to (Bankers Adda).
- For career stability and localization, RRB postings in your home state (Telangana or Andhra Pradesh) offer strong opportunities.
Here’s the table with bank name, total jobs, and direct apply link for the current IBPS Clerk recruitment (2025) which Telangana and Andhra Pradesh students can apply for:
| Bank Name | Total Vacancies | Apply Link |
|---|---|---|
| Bank of Baroda | 500 | Apply Here |
| Bank of India | 424 | Apply Here |
| Bank of Maharashtra | 550 | Apply Here |
| Canara Bank | 1,200 | Apply Here |
| Central Bank of India | 1,400 | Apply Here |
| Indian Bank | 900 | Apply Here |
| Indian Overseas Bank | 350 | Apply Here |
| Punjab National Bank | 1,050 | Apply Here |
| Punjab & Sind Bank | 300 | Apply Here |
| UCO Bank | 703 | Apply Here |
| Union Bank of India | 1,900 | Apply Here |
| Total | 10,277 | Apply Now |
📌 Note:
- All applications are through the IBPS official portal only.
- Last date to apply: 21 August 2025.
- Telangana & Andhra Pradesh students are eligible for all banks in the list.
As students from Telangana and Andhra Pradesh, you have full access to:
- Nationwide IBPS Clerk Recruitment (10,277 clerical vacancies across India).
- Regional RRB Recruitment within your states — including Andhra Pragathi Grameena Bank and Telangana Grameena Bank.
- Local exam centers within your state for convenience.
Meeting the eligibility criteria and language proficiency, you are well-positioned to apply and secure a banking job in your home state.
Let me know if you’d like help drafting your application or preparing for the exam!