Job Description
Overview
The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has initiated the recruitment process for Specialist Officers (Scale I) under the CRP SPL-XVI cycle for the 2027-28 financial year. This recruitment drive aims to fill 745 vacancies across 11 participating public sector banks, offering a structured career path in specialized banking domains. Candidates selected through this process will be placed in various roles including IT, Agriculture, Law, and HR, contributing to the operational efficiency of the national banking network.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage technical infrastructure and software systems for IT Officers.
- Provide agricultural credit support and field-level banking services for Agricultural Field Officers.
- Handle legal documentation, litigation, and compliance matters for Law Officers.
- Manage human resource policies, recruitment, and employee relations for HR/Personnel Officers.
- Develop and execute marketing strategies to promote banking products for Marketing Officers.
- Ensure adherence to official language policies and translation tasks for Rajbhasha Adhikari.
Why Apply
Joining IBPS as a Specialist Officer provides a stable career in the public sector with competitive pay scales and comprehensive allowances. Employees benefit from structured promotion policies and the opportunity to work in a professional environment that values specialized expertise.
Important Dates
- Registration Start: 01 July 2026
- Registration End: 21 July 2026
- Preliminary Exam: August 2026
Quick Facts
- Total Vacancies: 745
- Pay Scale: ₹48,480 - ₹85,920
- Location: Nationwide
- Category: Bank Jobs
IBPS SO Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Online for 745 IT Officer, Agricultural Field Officer and More Posts Overview
Registration Date
01 Jul 2026 –
21 Jul 2026
Exam Date
01 Aug 2026
Salary
₹48,480-85,920
Vacancies
745
Eligibility
Graduate/Postgraduate/Engineering/MBA/LLB
Application Link
Vacancy Details
- IT Officer: 301
- Agricultural Field Officer: 190
- Law Officer: 105
- Rajbhasha Adhikari: 89
- HR/Personnel Officer: 60
- Marketing Officer: 0
How to Apply
- Visit the official IBPS portal at www.ibps.in.
- Click on the CRP SPL-XVI recruitment link.
- Select the 'New Registration' option to generate your provisional credentials.
- Log in with your registration number and password to access the application form.
- Fill in all personal, educational, and professional details accurately.
- Upload the required documents including photograph, signature, and handwritten declaration as per the specified dimensions.
- Verify all information before final submission, as no changes are permitted later.
- Complete the fee payment through the integrated online gateway.
- Download and print the final application form and payment receipt for your records.
Cutoff Marks
Candidates must clear individual cut-offs in each test of the Preliminary Examination to qualify for the next stage.
Application Fee
General/EWS/OBC: ₹850/-. SC/ST/PwBD: ₹175/-. Payment is accepted via Debit/Credit Cards, Internet Banking, UPI, or Mobile Wallets.
Age Limit
20-30 years as on 01.07.2026
Selection Process
The selection process consists of three distinct stages. First, an Online Preliminary Examination is conducted to screen candidates based on four subject tests. Second, those who qualify proceed to the Online Main Examination, which includes professional knowledge and descriptive papers. Finally, a Common Interview is held by participating banks. The final merit list is prepared by combining scores from the Main Examination and the Interview in an 80:20 ratio.
Exam Pattern
The Preliminary Exam includes English, Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, and Professional Knowledge (125 marks, 80 minutes). The Main Exam features 150 objective questions and a descriptive paper (225 marks, 155 minutes). A penalty of 0.25 marks is applied for every incorrect answer in objective sections.
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Organization
The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) is a key recruitment body that conducts various examinations for Regional Rural Banks (RRBs) and Public Sector Banks. These include positions such as Assistants, Clerks, Probationary Officers (PO)/Management Trainees (MT), and Specialist Officers. For the 2026-27 banking calendar, IBPS will oversee the recruitment of over 20,000 vacancies.
Frequently Asked Questions
The online application window for the IBPS Specialist Officer recruitment closes on 21 July 2026. It is highly recommended to submit your application well before the deadline to avoid potential technical issues on the official website.
There are a total of 745 indicative vacancies for Specialist Officer (Scale I) posts. This includes 301 for IT Officer, 190 for Agricultural Field Officer, 105 for Law Officer, 89 for Rajbhasha Adhikari, and 60 for HR/Personnel Officer.
Qualifications vary by post. For example, IT Officers need an Engineering/Technology degree in CS/IT or a PG degree. Law Officers require an LL.B degree and advocate enrollment. Marketing Officers need an MBA/PGDBA in Marketing. Please refer to the official notification for the specific requirements for your desired post.
Candidates must be between 20 and 30 years of age as of 01 July 2026. Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories, including 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC (Non-Creamy Layer), and 10 years for PwBD candidates.
The application fee is ₹850 for General, EWS, and OBC candidates, and ₹175 for SC, ST, and PwBD candidates. Payment must be made online using Debit Cards, Credit Cards, Internet Banking, UPI, or mobile wallets.
The selection process consists of three stages: an Online Preliminary Examination, an Online Main Examination, and a Common Interview. Final selection is based on the combined scores of the Main Examination and the Interview.
The basic pay scale for Specialist Officers (Scale I) is ₹48,480-2000/7-62,480-2340/2-67,160-2680/7-85,920. In addition to the basic pay, officers are entitled to various allowances and perquisites as per the rules of the participating bank they are allotted to.
You can apply only through the official IBPS website at www.ibps.in. Follow the 'Click Here to Apply Online' link, complete the registration process, upload the required documents, and pay the application fee to submit your form successfully.
