IBPS
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| Organization | IBPS |
|---|---|
| Post Name | IBPS SO Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Online for 745 IT Officer, Agricultural Field Officer and More Posts |
| Total Posts | 745 |
| Qualification | Any Graduate |
| Age Limit | 20 – 30 years |
| Application Fee | ST: ₹175 · SC: ₹175 · PWD (PH): ₹175 · EWS: ₹850 · General: ₹850 · OBC: ₹850 |
| Job Category | Central Government |
| Job Location | All India |
| Application Start | 01 Jul 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 21 Jul 2026 |
| Mode of Apply | Online |
The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has officially released the IBPS SO Recruitment 2026 (CRP SPL-XVI) notification for 745 Specialist Officer (Scale-I) vacancies in participating Public Sector Banks. Eligible candidates can apply online from 01 July 2026 to 21 July 2026.
📋 Particular | 📖 Details |
|---|---|
Organization | Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) |
Exam Name | IBPS Specialist Officer (SO) CRP SPL-XVI |
Post Name | Specialist Officer (Scale-I) |
Total Vacancies | 745 Posts |
Application Mode | Online |
Job Location | Across India |
Selection Process | Prelims → Mains → Interview |
Official Website |
Event | Date |
|---|---|
🟢 Online Application Starts | 01 July 2026 |
🔴 Last Date to Apply | 21 July 2026 |
💳 Last Date Fee Payment | 21 July 2026 |
🎫 Prelims Admit Card | August 2026 |
📝 Preliminary Exam | 29 August 2026 |
📄 Mains Exam | 01 November 2026 |
Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
💻 IT Officer (Scale-I) | 301 |
🌾 Agricultural Field Officer | 190 |
⚖️ Law Officer | 105 |
📝 Rajbhasha Adhikari | 89 |
👥 HR/Personnel Officer | 60 |
📢 Marketing Officer | 0 |
Total | 745 |
Engineering Degree or Postgraduate Degree in Computer Science/IT/Electronics/Electronics & Telecommunications/Electronics & Communication/Computer Applications or equivalent.
4-Year Degree in Agriculture or related disciplines.
Bachelor's Degree in Law (LL.B.) and enrolled with Bar Council.
Postgraduate Degree in Hindi/Sanskrit with English as a subject at graduation level (or vice versa).
Graduate + Two-year Full-time PG Degree/Diploma in Personnel Management/HR/Industrial Relations/Labour Welfare.
Minimum Age: 20 Years
Maximum Age: 30 Years
✅ Age relaxation applicable as per Government/IBPS rules.
Category | Fee |
|---|---|
SC/ST/PwBD | ₹175 |
General/OBC/EWS | ₹850 |
Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
UR | 122 |
EWS | 28 |
OBC | 82 |
SC | 46 |
ST | 23 |
Total | 301 |
Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
UR | 76 |
EWS | 19 |
OBC | 51 |
SC | 29 |
ST | 15 |
Total | 190 |
Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
UR | 43 |
EWS | 10 |
OBC | 28 |
SC | 16 |
ST | 8 |
Total | 105 |
Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
UR | 36 |
EWS | 9 |
OBC | 24 |
SC | 13 |
ST | 7 |
Total | 89 |
Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
UR | 24 |
EWS | 6 |
OBC | 16 |
SC | 9 |
ST | 5 |
Total | 60 |
No vacancy (0 Posts) for the 2026 recruitment cycle.
✅ Online Preliminary Examination
✅ Online Main Examination
✅ Personal Interview
✅ Final Merit List
The Preliminary examination has been revised for the 2026 cycle and now includes Professional Knowledge for relevant posts. Candidates should carefully review the official notification before preparing.
Starting Basic Pay: ₹48,480/- per month
Along with:
Dearness Allowance (DA)
House Rent Allowance (HRA)
Transport Allowance
Medical Benefits
Other Bank Perks & Allowances
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
Passport Size Photograph
Signature
Left Thumb Impression
Handwritten Declaration
Educational Certificates
Valid ID Proof
Category Certificate (If Applicable)
1️⃣ Visit the official IBPS website https://www.ibps.in.
2️⃣ Click on CRP Specialist Officers (SPL-XVI) 2026.
3️⃣ Complete the registration process.
4️⃣ Fill the online application form carefully.
5️⃣ Upload the required documents.
6️⃣ Pay the application fee.
7️⃣ Submit the application and print the confirmation page.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start | 01 Jul 2026 |
| Application End | 21 Jul 2026 |
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| ST | ₹175 |
| SC | ₹175 |
| PWD (PH) | ₹175 |
| EWS | ₹850 |
| General | ₹850 |
| OBC | ₹850 |
Quick checks for this recruitment (IBPS). Confirm every point against the official notification PDF.
Read the official notification
Open the official PDF for IBPS SO Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Online for 745 IT Officer, Agricultural Field Officer and More Posts and confirm eligibility, age cutoff date, fee rules, and document specs before you start the form.
Register on the IBPS portal
Create an account with an email and mobile number you will keep active for OTPs, admit card alerts, and result login for months.
Fill personal and education details carefully
Enter name, father's name, date of birth, category, and address exactly as on your certificates. This post typically expects: Any Graduate.
Upload photo, signature, and required documents
Use the exact size and format in the notification. Resize photo and signature with our free tool before uploading to avoid form rejection.
Double-check age eligibility
Listed age limit for this recruitment is 20–30 years. Use the notification’s reference/cutoff date — not today’s date — in our age calculator.
Pay the application fee (if applicable)
Pay only on the official portal via UPI, card, or net banking. Save the fee receipt. Some categories may be exempt — confirm in the PDF.
Submit before the deadline and save proof
Submit the form well before 21 Jul 2026. Download the confirmation page and note your registration/application number.
Apply only through the official link
Use the Apply Online button on this page (or the link in the IBPS notification). Avoid third-party “agent” sites.
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Use these before you submit the form — they help catch common rejection reasons.
The last date to apply online is 21 Jul 2026. Always confirm on the official IBPS website before submitting, especially if there is any extension notice.
Online application started on 01 Jul 2026. Apply only through the official link shared on this page or in the notification.
The exam date has not been announced yet. After the application window closes, watch for admit card and exam city intimation on the official portal.
This recruitment lists 745 total vacancies as per the notification. Final numbers can change if corrigenda are issued.
The age limit shown for this post is 20–30 years. Category-wise relaxation (if any) follows the official notification. Verify your age on the notification’s cutoff date with our age eligibility calculator before applying.
As listed on this page, the qualification requirement is: Any Graduate. Always match the exact wording in the official PDF (including stream, percentage, or experience clauses).
Application fee by category: ST: ₹175; SC: ₹175; PWD (PH): ₹175; EWS: ₹850; General: ₹850; OBC: ₹850. Pay only on the official portal and keep the payment receipt. Fee rules can differ for women, SC/ST, PwBD, and Ex-servicemen — confirm in the notification.
Location information listed for this recruitment includes: All India. Exact posting after selection depends on the recruiting body and vacancy rules.
Apply through the official IBPS recruitment portal using the Apply Online link on this page. Prepare photo, signature, and certificates first; verify age and fee; then submit before the last date and save your confirmation.
Keep a recent photo and signature in the required size, photo ID, date-of-birth proof (usually 10th certificate), educational certificates, and category certificates (OBC-NCL / SC / ST / EWS / PwBD) if you are claiming reservation. Use our document checklist and photo & signature resizer before upload.
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Last date: 21 Jul 2026
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