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Indian Overseas Bank Security Guard Recruitment 2022

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Indian Overseas Bank Chennai, Tamil Nadu Bank · Full-time
20 Total Vacancies
15 Jun 2022 Last Date to Apply
₹14,500 - ₹28,145 Salary / Month
Free Application Fee
18 - 26 yrs Age Limit

About This Recruitment

Indian Overseas Bank invited online applications for recruitment of Security Guards under Advertisement No. HRMD/SS/RECT/01/2022-23. The recruitment was for 20 Security Guard vacancies at the Bank's Central Office in Chennai. The post was intended for eligible Ex-Servicemen. Candidates were required to have passed 10th standard or equivalent but should not have passed Graduation. Candidates were also required to possess the ability to speak, read and write the local vernacular language and satisfy the prescribed service, character and medical conditions. The pay scale was Rs.14,500 to Rs.28,145. Selection consisted of an online objective test followed by a Physical Fitness Test. The online application window was from 01 June 2022 to 15 June 2022. The recruitment was subsequently conducted with the online examination held in Chennai on 19 January 2023, followed by the physical fitness and final selection stages.

Quick Facts

Advertisement Number

IOB

HRMD/SS/RECT/01/2022-23

Advertisement NumberHRMD/SS/RECT/01/2022-23

Post

Security

Security Guard

PostSecurity Guard

Total Vacancies

Security Guard

20 Posts

Vacancies20

Location

Posting

Chennai, Tamil Nadu

CityChennai
StateTamil Nadu

Eligibility

Special Category

Ex-Servicemen

CategoryEx-Servicemen

Qualification

Minimum

10th Pass

Qualification10th Pass

Pay Scale

Security Guard

Rs.14,500 - Rs.28,145

Maximum28145
Minimum14500

Application Start

Online

01 June 2022

Date2022-06-01

Application Last Date

Online

15 June 2022

Date2022-06-15

Selection

Recruitment

Online Objective Test + Physical Fitness Test

Stages2

Graduation Restriction

Important

Candidate should not have passed the Graduation examination or its equivalent.

Graduation AllowedNo

Local Language

Essential

Candidate should be able to speak, read and write in the local vernacular language. For this Chennai recruitment, Tamil is the relevant local language.

LanguageTamil

Character Requirement

Armed Forces Service

Character should be EXEMPLARY at the time of valid discharge from the Armed Forces.

CharacterEXEMPLARY

Medical Standard

Armed Forces Service

The candidate must possess the prescribed medical standard, including SHAPE-1 or AYE as applicable, at the time of valid discharge from the Armed Forces.

Medical StandardSHAPE-1 / AYE

Personal Email

Application

Candidates were required to have a valid personal email ID active throughout the recruitment process.

RequiredYes

Photograph

Application

Scanned photograph was required according to the specifications given in the advertisement.

RequiredYes

Signature

Application

Scanned signature was required according to the specifications given in the advertisement.

RequiredYes

Online Objective Test

Examination

The written examination is an objective type online test.

ModeOnline

Knowledge of Local Language

Online Test

Questions assessing knowledge of the relevant local vernacular language, including Tamil for the Chennai recruitment.

Marks20
LanguageTamil

English Language

Online Test

English language test.

Marks20

Aptitude Test

Online Test

Aptitude-related questions.

Marks20

Arithmetic Test

Online Test

Arithmetic-related questions.

Marks20

Psychometric Test

Online Test

Psychometric test.

Marks20

Total

Online Test

The online objective test carries 100 marks.

Marks100

Examination Centre

Online Examination

The online examination was conducted in Chennai.

CityChennai
StateTamil Nadu

Discharge Documents

Document Verification

Discharge Book / Discharge Certificate and service records.

Character Record

Document Verification

Evidence of the required EXEMPLARY character at discharge.

Medical Fitness

Document Verification

Relevant medical/service fitness documentation as prescribed.

Photograph and Signature

Online Application

Scanned photograph and signature in the prescribed format.

Eligibility

Ex-Servicemen Status

Essential

The recruitment is intended for eligible Ex-Servicemen from the Armed Forces of the Union.

Ex Servicemen RequiredYes

Navy / Air Force Certificate

Ex-Servicemen

Corresponding certificate issued by the Navy or Air Force may be accepted for eligible Ex-Servicemen after completion of not less than 15 years of service.

Minimum Service Years15

Physical / Medical Fitness

Eligibility

Candidates must satisfy the physical and medical fitness requirements prescribed for Security Guard recruitment and the conditions applicable to Ex-Servicemen.

Category Certificate

Document Verification

Valid SC/ST/OBC certificate wherever applicable.

Educational Qualification

Educational Qualification

Essential

Candidate should have passed 10th standard or its equivalent examination.

Qualification10th Pass

Army Special Certificate

Ex-Servicemen

Ex-Servicemen who do not possess the prescribed civil examination qualification may be eligible if they are matriculate Ex-Servicemen and have obtained the Army Special Certificate of Education after completing not less than 15 years of service in the Armed Forces of the Union.

ForceArmy
Minimum Service Years15

Certificate Date

Important

The prescribed service/educational certificate should be dated on or before the cut-off date prescribed in the advertisement.

Preliminary Screening

Important

Merely satisfying the eligibility criteria does not automatically entitle a candidate to be called for the Online Test or Physical Fitness Test. The Bank may shortlist candidates with reference to qualification, experience, profile and job requirements.

ShortlistingYes

Educational Certificate

Document Verification

10th/Matriculation certificate or prescribed equivalent Ex-Servicemen educational certificate.

Age Limit

Minimum Age

Age Limit

18 Years

Minimum Age18

Maximum Age

Age Limit

26 Years

Maximum Age26

General Ex-Servicemen Relaxation

Age Relaxation

26 years + actual period of military service + 3 years, subject to maximum age of 45 years.

Base Age26
Maximum Age45
Additional Years3

SC/ST Ex-Servicemen

Age Relaxation

26 years + 5 years + actual period of military service + 3 years, subject to maximum age of 45 years.

Base Age26
Maximum Age45
Additional Years3
Category Relaxation5

OBC Ex-Servicemen

Age Relaxation

26 years + 3 years + actual period of military service + 3 years, subject to maximum age of 45 years.

Base Age26
Maximum Age45
Additional Years3
Category Relaxation3

Vacancy Details

Security Guard

Indian Overseas Bank

20 Posts

PostSecurity Guard
Vacancies20

Security Guard

SC

4 Posts

CategorySC
Vacancies4

Security Guard

ST

0 Posts

CategoryST
Vacancies0

Security Guard

OBC

6 Posts

CategoryOBC
Vacancies6

Security Guard

EWS

2 Posts

CategoryEWS
Vacancies2

Security Guard

UR / General

8 Posts

CategoryUR
Vacancies8

Posting Location

Chennai

The advertised Security Guard vacancies were for Indian Overseas Bank's Central Office in Chennai, Tamil Nadu.

CityChennai
StateTamil Nadu

Application Fee

Application Fee Application

No application fee was prescribed for this recruitment.

Fee0

How to Apply

Application Mode Application

Online application through the Indian Overseas Bank Careers website.

ModeOnline

Selection Process

Online Objective Test

Stage 1

Candidates shortlisted after preliminary screening appear for the online objective test.

Stage1

Physical Fitness Test

Stage 2

Candidates qualifying in the online examination are called for the prescribed Physical Fitness Test.

Stage2

Final Merit

Stage 3

Final selection is made on the basis of the prescribed reservation-wise merit and successful completion of the required selection stages.

Stage3

Document Verification

Stage 4

Original documents and eligibility conditions are verified before appointment.

Stage4

Physical Fitness Test

Selection

Candidates shortlisted from the online test are required to qualify in the prescribed Physical Fitness Test before final selection.

RequiredYes

Salary / Pay Scale

Security Guard

Pay Scale

Rs.14,500 - Rs.28,145.

Maximum28145
Minimum14500

Allowances

Benefits

Other allowances and benefits are payable at applicable rates according to Indian Overseas Bank rules.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many Security Guard vacancies were there?

FAQ

There were 20 Security Guard vacancies.

Who could apply for IOB Security Guard?

FAQ

The recruitment was intended for eligible Ex-Servicemen satisfying the prescribed service, educational, age, character and medical requirements.

What was the educational qualification?

FAQ

Candidates were required to have passed 10th standard or equivalent and should not have passed Graduation.

What was the age limit?

FAQ

The normal age limit was 18 to 26 years, with prescribed Ex-Servicemen relaxation subject to a maximum age of 45 years.

What was the salary?

FAQ

The Security Guard pay scale was Rs.14,500 to Rs.28,145.

What was the application fee?

FAQ

No application fee was prescribed.

What was the selection process?

FAQ

Selection consisted of an online objective test followed by a Physical Fitness Test and final merit/document verification.

How many marks was the online examination?

FAQ

The online objective test carried 100 marks: Local Language 20, English 20, Aptitude 20, Arithmetic 20 and Psychometric Test 20.

Which local language was required?

FAQ

For the Chennai/Tamil Nadu recruitment, candidates were required to know Tamil.

Was graduation allowed?

FAQ

No. Candidates should not have passed the Graduation examination or its equivalent.

What was the application period?

FAQ

Applications were accepted online from 01 June 2022 to 15 June 2022.

When was the online examination held?

FAQ

The online examination was held on 19 January 2023 in Chennai.

Was there preliminary shortlisting?

FAQ

Yes. The Bank reserved the right to shortlist candidates before calling them for the Online Test or Physical Fitness Test.

What was the vacancy category distribution?

FAQ

The 20 vacancies comprised 4 SC, 0 ST, 6 OBC, 2 EWS and 8 General/UR vacancies.

Eligibility Criteria

Qualification: 10th standard / Matriculation or equivalent examination. The candidate must not have passed the Graduation examination or equivalent. Ex-servicemen may satisfy the prescribed alternative educational condition through the Army Special Certificate of Education or corresponding Navy/Air Force certifica

  • Candidate must be an Ex-Serviceman from the Armed Forces of the Union.
  • Candidate must have passed 10th standard or equivalent examination.
  • Candidate should not have passed Graduation or an equivalent examination.
  • The candidate should be able to speak, read and write the local vernacular language.
  • For the 2022 recruitment, the relevant local language was Tamil for the Chennai/Tamil Nadu vacancy.
  • At the time of valid discharge from the Armed Forces, the character of the candidate should be EXEMPLARY.
  • The candidate must satisfy the prescribed medical standards at the time of valid discharge from the Armed Forces.
  • Ex-servicemen who do not possess the prescribed civil educational qualification may be eligible if they are matriculate Ex-servicemen and have obtained the Army Special Certificate of Education or corresponding certificate in the Navy or Air Force after completing not less than 15 years of service in the Armed Forces of the Union.
  • The prescribed certificate must be dated on or before the cut-off date.
  • Candidates must satisfy the prescribed age limit and applicable relaxation.
  • Candidates must satisfy all other conditions prescribed in the official advertisement.

The normal age limit is 18 to 26 years. For Ex-Servicemen, the maximum age is calculated by adding the actual period of military service and 3 years to the applicable basic age limit, subject to the prescribed maximum age of 45 years. Additional rela

Important Dates

Advertisement Date 1 June 2022

01 June 2022

Online Application Start 1 June 2022

01 June 2022

Online Application Last Date 15 June 2022

15 June 2022

Online Examination 19 January 2023

19 January 2023, Chennai

Physical Fitness Test

Subsequent to the online examination; exact date was notified to shortlisted candidates.

Final Merit List

Published subsequently by Indian Overseas Bank.

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