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About the Post
The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has released the official notification for the Common Recruitment Process (CRP SPL-XVI) for recruitment of Specialist Officers (SO) in Participating Public Sector Banks for the vacancies of 2027–28. A total of 745 vacancies have been announced for various Specialist Officer posts including IT Officer, Agricultural Field Officer, Rajbhasha Adhikari, Law Officer, HR/Personnel Officer and Marketing Officer. (IBPS)
The online application process starts from 1st July 2026 and will remain open till 21st July 2026. Eligible candidates can submit their applications through the official IBPS website.
IBPS SO Recruitment 2026 Details
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) |
| Recruitment Name | CRP Specialist Officers (CRP SPL-XVI) |
| Post Name | Specialist Officer (Scale-I) |
| Total Vacancies | 745 |
| Job Type | Banking |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Online Registration Starts | 1st July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 21st July 2026 |
| Official Website | https://www.ibps.in |
Vacancy Details
A total of 745 vacancies have been notified for various Specialist Officer posts.
Post-wise Vacancy
| Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| IT Officer (Scale-I) | 203 |
| Agricultural Field Officer (Scale-I) | 310 |
| Rajbhasha Adhikari (Scale-I) | 78 |
| Law Officer (Scale-I) | 56 |
| HR/Personnel Officer (Scale-I) | 10 |
| Marketing Officer (Scale-I) | 88 |
| Total | 745 |
Participating Banks
Recruitment will be conducted for the following Public Sector Banks:
- Bank of Baroda
- Bank of India
- Bank of Maharashtra
- Canara Bank
- Central Bank of India
- Indian Bank
- Indian Overseas Bank
- Punjab National Bank
- Punjab & Sind Bank
- UCO Bank
- Union Bank of India
IBPS SO Eligibility Criteria
Nationality
Applicants must be:
- Citizen of India, or
- Subject of Nepal/Bhutan, or
- Tibetan Refugee (subject to Government rules), or
- Person of Indian Origin migrated from specified countries.
Educational Qualification
The educational qualification varies according to the post applied for.
IT Officer (Scale-I)
- 4-Year Engineering Degree in Computer Science/Computer Applications/IT/Electronics/Electronics & Telecommunications/Electronics & Communication/Electronics & Instrumentation.
- OR Postgraduate Degree in Computer Science/Computer Applications/IT/Electronics.
Agricultural Field Officer
- Four-year Degree in Agriculture, Horticulture, Animal Husbandry, Veterinary Science, Dairy Science, Agricultural Engineering, Fisheries, Forestry, Food Technology, etc.
Rajbhasha Adhikari
- Postgraduate Degree in Hindi with English as a subject at Graduation level.
- OR Postgraduate Degree in Sanskrit with English and Hindi as subjects.
Law Officer
- Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LLB) and enrolled as an Advocate with the Bar Council.
HR/Personnel Officer
- Graduate and Two-Year Full-Time Post Graduate Degree/Diploma in Personnel Management, Human Resource, HRD, Social Work or Labour Law.
Marketing Officer
- Graduate and Two-Year Full-Time MMS/MBA/PGDBA/PGDBM/PGPM with specialization in Marketing.
Age Limit
As on 1st July 2026
- Minimum Age: 20 Years
- Maximum Age: 30 Years
Candidates should have been born between 2nd July 1996 and 1st July 2006 (both dates inclusive).
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 Years |
| OBC (NCL) | 3 Years |
| PwBD | 10 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen | 5 Years |
| Others | As per Government Rules |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General/OBC/EWS | ₹850 |
| SC/ST/PwBD | ₹175 |
Salary
Selected candidates will be appointed as Scale-I Officers.
Pay Scale
₹48,480 – ₹85,920
Additional Benefits
- Dearness Allowance (DA)
- House Rent Allowance (HRA)
- Special Allowance
- City Compensatory Allowance
- National Pension System (NPS)
- Provident Fund
- Medical Benefits
- Leave Fare Concession
- Other allowances as per Bank Rules
IBPS SO Preliminary Exam Pattern
For Law Officer & Rajbhasha Adhikari
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| English Language | 50 | 25 | 40 Minutes |
| Reasoning | 50 | 50 | 40 Minutes |
| General Awareness | 50 | 50 | 40 Minutes |
| Total | 150 | 125 | 2 Hours |
For IT Officer, Agriculture Officer, HR Officer & Marketing Officer
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| English Language | 50 | 25 | 40 Minutes |
| Reasoning | 50 | 50 | 40 Minutes |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 50 | 50 | 40 Minutes |
| Total | 150 | 125 | 2 Hours |
Main Examination
The Main Examination consists of Professional Knowledge related to the post applied for.
| Test | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Professional Knowledge | 60 | 60 | 45 Minutes |
Negative Marking
- 0.25 marks will be deducted for every incorrect answer in both Preliminary and Main Objective Tests.
- No penalty for unanswered questions.
Selection Process
Selection will be conducted in the following stages:
- Preliminary Examination
- Main Examination
- Personal Interview
- Provisional Allotment
How to Apply for IBPS SO Recruitment 2026?
- Visit the official IBPS website.
- Click on CRP Specialist Officers (CRP SPL-XVI).
- Register using a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Fill in the online application form carefully.
- Upload the required documents.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Submit the application form.
- Download and print the confirmation page for future reference.
Documents Required
Eligible candidates can submit their online application by following these steps:
Candidates should keep the following documents ready before applying:
- Passport-size Photograph
- Signature
- Left Thumb Impression
- Handwritten Declaration
- Educational Certificates
- Valid Photo ID Proof
- Category Certificate (if applicable)
- PwBD Certificate (if applicable)
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 1st July 2026 |
| Online Registration Starts | 1st July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 21st July 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 21st July 2026 |
| Application Edit Window | To be notified |
| Preliminary Admit Card | August 2026 |
| Preliminary Examination | 29th August 2026 |
| Preliminary Result | September/October 2026 |
| Main Admit Card | October 2026 |
| Main Examination | 1st November 2026 |
| Interview | December 2026 / January 2027 |
| Provisional Allotment | January/February 2027 |
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Join WhatsApp Channel | Click Here |
| Join Telegram Channel | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How many vacancies are available under IBPS SO Recruitment 2026?
Ans: A total of 745 Specialist Officer vacancies have been announced.
What is the last date to apply online?
Candidates can apply online till 21st July 2026.
What is the age limit for IBPS SO Recruitment 2026?
Candidates must be between 20 and 30 years as on 1st July 2026.
What is the salary of an IBPS Specialist Officer?
The pay scale is ₹48,480–₹85,920, along with DA, HRA, NPS, medical benefits and other allowances.
What is the selection process?
Selection consists of Preliminary Examination, Main Examination, Interview and Provisional Allotment.
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