Short Detail:
Institute of Banking Personal Selection (IBPS) has announced Specialist Officers Various Posts Recruitment 2026 for total 745 posts. Candidates who want to apply for the IBPS Specialist Officers vacancy 2026 can submit their online application form from 01/07/2026 to 21/07/2026 if you meet all the required eligibility criteria. For complete details such as eligibility, age limit, selection process, salary, and application steps, candidates must read the full notification carefully.
Institute Of Banking Personal Selection (IBPS)
IBPS Specialist Officers SO Recruitment 2026
CRP SPL-XVI (CRP 16th)
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Important Dates
- Application Start Date: 01/07/2026
- Last Date To Apply: 21/07/2026
- Last Date Of Fee Payment: 21/07/2026
- Form Correction Date: N/A
- Admit Card Date: Before the exam
- Pre-Exam Date: Aug 2026
- Pre Exam Result: Sept/Oct 2026
- Mains Exam Date: Nov 2026
- Mains Result: Nov 2026
- Interview Date: Nov/Dec 2026
Application Fees
- General / OBC / EWS: ₹850/-
- SC / ST / PH: ₹175/-
- Pay the application fees online using debit card, credit card, net banking or UPI
Age Limit
Age As On Date: 01/07/2026
- Min Age: 20 Years
- Max Age: 30 Years
- Age relaxation extra is applicable as per the rules of the IBPS 16th SO Recruitment Exam 2026
Age Relaxation
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST | 5 Years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 Years |
| PwBD | 10 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen / Commissioned Officers* | 5 Years (Applicable to candidates who have completed at least 5 years of military service and satisfy the prescribed release conditions.) |
Vacancy Details
Total Posts: 745
| Post Name | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | UR | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IT Officer (Scale-I) | 46 | 23 | 82 | 28 | 122 | 301 |
| Agricultural Field Officer (Scale-I) | 28 | 13 | 51 | 19 | 79 | 190 |
| Law Officer (Scale-I) | 14 | 6 | 26 | 10 | 49 | 105 |
| Rajbhasha Adhikari (Scale-I) | 11 | 6 | 21 | 8 | 43 | 89 |
| HR / Personnel Officer (Scale-I) | 8 | 3 | 15 | 6 | 28 | 60 |
| Marketing Officer (Scale-I) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Grand Total | 107 | 51 | 195 | 71 | 321 | 745 |
Eligibility Details
| Post Name | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|
| IT Officer | B.E./B.Tech (4-Year) or PG Degree in Computer Science, IT, Computer Applications, Electronics & related fields OR DOEACC ‘B’ Level. |
| Agricultural Field Officer (AFO) | 4-Year Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture, Horticulture, Animal Husbandry, Veterinary Science, Dairy, Fishery, Forestry, Food Technology, Biotechnology, Agricultural Engineering, or other related agriculture disciplines. |
| Rajbhasha Adhikari | Post Graduate Degree in Hindi with English at Graduation level OR PG in Sanskrit with Hindi & English at Graduation level. |
| Law Officer | Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LL.B) and enrolled with the Bar Council. |
| HR / Personnel Officer | Graduation + 2-Year Full-time PG Degree/Diploma in HR, Personnel Management, Industrial Relations, HRD, Social Work, or Labour Law. |
| Marketing Officer | Graduation + 2-Year Full-time MBA/MMS/PGDM/PGPM/PGDBM/PGDBA in Marketing. |
Important Notes
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Computer Knowledge | Required for all posts except IT Officer. Candidates must have a Computer Certificate/Diploma/Degree or have studied Computer/IT as a subject. |
| HR & Marketing Specialization | The prescribed subject must be the primary specialization. Candidates with more than two specializations are not eligible. |
Post Wise, Bank Wise & Category Wise Vacancy Distribution
Agricultural Field Officer (AFO)
| Participating Bank | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | UR | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bank of Baroda | 15 | 7 | 27 | 10 | 41 | 100 |
| Bank of Maharashtra | 13 | 6 | 24 | 9 | 38 | 90 |
| Total | 28 | 13 | 51 | 19 | 79 | 190 |
HR / Personnel Officer
| Participating Bank | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | UR | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bank of Baroda | 7 | 3 | 13 | 5 | 22 | 50 |
| Bank of Maharashtra | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 6 | 10 |
| Total | 8 | 3 | 15 | 6 | 28 | 60 |
IT Officer
| Participating Bank | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | UR | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bank of India | 16 | 8 | 29 | 11 | 46 | 110 |
| Central Bank of India | 8 | 3 | 13 | 5 | 21 | 50 |
| Indian Overseas Bank | 3 | 1 | 6 | 2 | 13 | 25 |
| Punjab & Sind Bank | 4 | 3 | 7 | 0 | 2 | 16 |
| Punjab National Bank | 15 | 8 | 27 | 10 | 40 | 100 |
| Total | 46 | 23 | 82 | 28 | 122 | 301 |
Law Officer
| Participating Bank | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | UR | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bank of Baroda | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 6 | 10 |
| Canara Bank | 4 | 2 | 8 | 3 | 13 | 30 |
| Central Bank of India | 4 | 2 | 8 | 3 | 13 | 30 |
| Indian Overseas Bank | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 6 | 10 |
| Punjab National Bank | 4 | 2 | 6 | 2 | 11 | 25 |
| Total | 14 | 6 | 26 | 10 | 49 | 105 |
Marketing Officer
| Participating Bank | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | UR | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Participating Banks | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Rajbhasha Adhikari
| Participating Bank | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | UR | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bank of Baroda | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 7 |
| Bank of India | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 6 | 10 |
| Canara Bank | 3 | 1 | 5 | 2 | 9 | 20 |
| Central Bank of India | 4 | 3 | 8 | 3 | 13 | 31 |
| Punjab & Sind Bank | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 6 | 11 |
| Punjab National Bank | 1 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 4 | 10 |
| Total | 11 | 6 | 21 | 8 | 43 | 89 |
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IBPS SO 2026 Selection Process
The IBPS Specialist Officer (SO) selection process consists of 3 stages:
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| Stage 1 | Online Preliminary Examination |
| Stage 2 | Online Main Examination |
| Stage 3 | Personal Interview |
Final Merit
- Final selection is based on Main Exam + Interview.
- Weightage: Main Exam (80%) + Interview (20%).
- The Preliminary Exam is qualifying only and its marks are not considered for the final merit list.
IBPS SO Preliminary Exam Pattern
For IT Officer, Agriculture Field Officer, HR/Personnel Officer & Marketing Officer
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| English Language | 25 | 25 | 20 Minutes |
| Reasoning | 25 | 25 | 20 Minutes |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 25 | 20 Minutes |
| Professional Knowledge | 25 | 50 | 20 Minutes |
| Total | 100 | 125 | 80 Minutes |
For Law Officer & Rajbhasha Adhikari
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| English Language | 25 | 25 | 20 Minutes |
| Reasoning | 25 | 25 | 20 Minutes |
| General Awareness (Banking) | 25 | 25 | 20 Minutes |
| Professional Knowledge | 25 | 50 | 20 Minutes |
| Total | 100 | 125 | 80 Minutes |
Note: Candidates must qualify in each section as well as the overall cut-off to appear for the Main Examination.
IBPS SO Main Exam Pattern
For IT Officer, Agriculture Field Officer, HR/Personnel Officer & Marketing Officer
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| English Language | 25 | 30 | |
| Reasoning | 50 | 40 | |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 30 | |
| Professional Knowledge | 50 | 100 | |
| Total | 150 | 200 | 125 Minutes |
For Law Officer & Rajbhasha Adhikari
Objective Test
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| English Language | 25 | 30 | |
| Reasoning | 50 | 40 | |
| General Awareness | 25 | 30 | |
| Professional Knowledge | 50 | 100 | |
| Total | 150 | 200 | 125 Minutes |
Descriptive Test
| Paper | Questions | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Professional Knowledge | 2 | 25 | 30 Minutes |
Grand Total: 225 Marks | 155 Minutes
Note: Final merit is prepared based on the Main Examination marks, followed by the Interview.
Personal Interview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Marks | 100 |
| Qualifying Marks | 40% (General/EWS), 35% (SC/ST/OBC/PwBD) |
| Conducted By | Participating Banks coordinated by IBPS |
Important Exam Rules
| Rule | Details |
|---|---|
| Negative Marking | 0.25 marks will be deducted for each incorrect answer in objective tests. |
| Exam Language | English Language paper is in English only. Other subjects are available in English & Hindi. |
| Normalization | Scores are normalized using the Equi-Percentile Method for fairness across different exam shifts. |
