IBPS SO Recruitment 2026 Notification Out for 745 Specialist Officer Posts, Apply Online
The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has officially released the CRP SPL-XVI Notification 2026 for the recruitment of 745 Specialist Officer (Scale-I) posts in participating Public Sector Banks. The online registration process will begin on 01 July 2026 and continue until 21 July 2026. Eligible candidates can apply online through the official IBPS website. The recruitment is being conducted for IT Officer, Agricultural Field Officer, Rajbhasha Adhikari, Law Officer, HR/Personnel Officer, and
Applications for this role have closed.
Last date to apply was Jul 21, 2026
Deadline: Jul 21, 2026 · Last date approaching
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Vacancy count, salary, fee, age limit, selection process, and qualification details are included below.
IBPS SO Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) |
| Recruitment Name | CRP SPL-XVI |
| Post Name | Specialist Officer (Scale-I) |
| Total Vacancies | 745 |
| Job Location | Across India |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Registration Dates | 01 July to 21 July 2026 |
| Selection Process | Preliminary Exam, Main Exam & Interview |
| Official Website | www.ibps.in |
IBPS SO Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 30 June 2026 |
| Online Registration Starts | 01 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 21 July 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 21 July 2026 |
| Application Correction Window | 22-23 July 2026 |
| Preliminary Examination | 29 August 2026 |
| Preliminary Result | September / October 2026 |
| Main Examination | 01 November 2026 |
| Interview | November / December 2026 |
| Provisional Allotment | January 2027 |
IBPS SO Vacancy 2026
| Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| IT Officer (Scale-I) | 301 |
| Agricultural Field Officer (Scale-I) | 190 |
| Law Officer (Scale-I) | 105 |
| Rajbhasha Adhikari (Scale-I) | 89 |
| HR / Personnel Officer (Scale-I) | 60 |
| Marketing Officer (Scale-I) | 0 |
| Total | 745 |
Participating Banks
The 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 Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must fulfill the educational qualification prescribed for the respective Specialist Officer post.
| Post | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|
| IT Officer | B.E./B.Tech in Computer Science, IT, Electronics or related discipline OR PG Degree in relevant field OR DOEACC 'B' Level |
| Agricultural Field Officer | Degree in Agriculture, Horticulture, Animal Husbandry, Veterinary Science, Dairy Science, Fishery Science or allied disciplines |
| Law Officer | Bachelor's Degree in Law (LLB) and enrolled with the Bar Council |
| Rajbhasha Adhikari | Postgraduate Degree in Hindi with English at Graduation level OR PG in Sanskrit with Hindi & English |
| HR/Personnel Officer | Graduate with 2-Year Full-time PG Degree/Diploma in HR, Personnel Management, Labour Law, Industrial Relations or Social Work |
| Marketing Officer | Graduate with MBA/MMS/PGDM/PGDBA in Marketing |
For all posts except IT Officer, candidates should possess Computer/IT knowledge through education or certification.
IBPS SO Age Limit 2026
Age will be calculated as on 01 July 2026.
| Criteria | Age |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 20 Years |
| Maximum Age | 30 Years |
Candidates should be born between 02 July 1996 and 01 July 2006 (both dates inclusive).
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 Years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 Years |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) | 10 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen / Commissioned Officers | 5 Years |
| Persons affected by 1984 Riots | 5 Years |
IBPS SO Recruitment 2026 Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| SC / ST / PwBD | ₹175 |
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹850 |
Payment Mode:
- Debit Card
- Credit Card
- Internet Banking
- UPI
- IMPS
- Mobile Wallets
IBPS SO Salary 2026
| Post | Pay Scale |
|---|---|
| Specialist Officer (Scale-I) | ₹48,480 - 2,000/7 - 62,480 - 2,340/2 - 67,160 - 2,680/7 -85,920 |
In addition to the basic pay, candidates are entitled to Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Special Allowance, Medical Benefits, Leave Travel Concession, and other benefits as per bank rules.
IBPS SO Selection Process 2026
The recruitment process consists of the following stages:
- Online Preliminary Examination
- Online Main Examination
- Personal Interview
- Document Verification
- Final Allotment
The final merit list will be prepared by giving 80% weightage to the Main Examination and 20% weightage to the Interview.
IBPS SO Exam Pattern 2026
Preliminary Examination (IT Officer, Agricultural Field Officer, HR/Personnel Officer & Marketing Officer)
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| English Language | 25 | 25 |
| Reasoning | 25 | 25 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 25 |
| Professional Knowledge | 25 | 50 |
| Total | 100 | 125 |
For Law Officer & Rajbhasha Adhikari
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| English Language | 25 | 25 |
| Reasoning | 25 | 25 |
| General Awareness (Banking) | 25 | 25 |
| Professional Knowledge | 25 | 50 |
| Total | 100 | 125 |
- Duration: 80 Minutes
- Negative Marking: 0.25 mark for each wrong answer
Main Examination
| Component | Marks |
|---|---|
| Objective Test | 200 |
| Descriptive Test | 25 |
| Total | 225 |
In the Main Examination, all sections except Professional Knowledge are qualifying in nature. Merit is prepared based on Professional Knowledge scores.
How to Apply for IBPS SO Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official IBPS website.
- Click on CRP SPL-XVI Apply Online.
- Register using a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Fill the online application form.
- Upload photograph, signature, thumb impression, handwritten declaration and live photograph.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Verify all details before final submission.
- Submit the application form.
- Download and print the confirmation page.
Documents Required
Candidates should keep the following documents ready:
- Passport-size Photograph
- Signature
- Left Thumb Impression
- Handwritten Declaration
- Class 10 Certificate (Date of Birth Proof)
- Educational Certificates
- Category Certificate (if applicable)
- PwBD Certificate (if applicable)
- Valid Photo Identity Proof
Why Choose IBPS Specialist Officer?
The IBPS Specialist Officer recruitment is one of the best opportunities for candidates with professional qualifications in IT, Agriculture, Law, HR, Marketing, and Rajbhasha. Selected candidates are appointed as Scale-I Officers in leading Public Sector Banks with attractive salaries, job security, career growth, and various allowances.
IBPS SO Recruitment 2026 Important Links
| Particular | Status |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
Applications for this role have closed.
Last date to apply was Jul 21, 2026
Deadline: Jul 21, 2026 · Last date approaching
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