Hello Friends, If you are looking to build a successful career in the banking sector and secure a prestigious government job, the latest notification by the Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) is a golden opportunity. IBPS has officially released the IBPS SO Recruitment 2026 notification for the Common Recruitment Process (CRP SPL-XVI) on its official website.
This year, recruitment is being conducted across participating public sector banks to fill 1,035 Specialist Officer Posts following a vacancy increase. Candidates can apply for various specialized roles, including IT Officer, Agricultural Field Officer (AFO), Rajbhasha Adhikari, Law Officer, HR/Personnel Officer, and Marketing Officer.
IBPS SO Recruitment 2026 : Overview
Here is a quick summary of the key highlights for the IBPS SO Recruitment 2026.
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Particulars |
Details |
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Organization Name |
Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) |
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Recruitment Name |
Common Recruitment Process (CRP SPL-XVI) |
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Post Names |
Specialist Officers (Scale I) – IT Officer, AFO, Rajbhasha Adhikari, Law Officer, HR/Personnel Officer, Marketing Officer |
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Total Vacancies |
1,035 (Vacancy Increase) |
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Application Start Date |
01 July 2026 |
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Application Last Date |
21 July 2026 |
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Fee Payment Last Date |
26 July 2026 (Date Extended) |
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Application Mode |
Online Only |
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Starting Basic Pay |
INR 48,480/- per month |
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Official Website |
www.ibps.in |
Important Dates of IBPS SO Recruitment 2026
Candidates must keep track of the crucial timeline to ensure timely submission of their applications:
- Notification Release Date: 01 July 2026
- Online Registration Start Date: 01 July 2026
- Online Registration Last Date: 21 July 2026
- Fee Payment Last Date: 26 July 2026 (Date Extended)
- Edit Window for Modification: 2 days after closing of registration
- Online Preliminary Examination: August 2026
- Online Main Examination: November 2026
- Common Interview: November/December 2026
- Provisional Allotment: January 2027
IBPS SO Vacancy Details 2026
The positions are distributed across 11 participating public sector banks. The post-wise breakdown of indicative vacancies includes.
- Agricultural Field Officer (Scale I): 370 posts
- Law Officer (Scale I): 125 posts
- Rajbhasha Adhikari (Scale I): 94 posts
- HR/Personnel Officer (Scale I): 60 posts
- Marketing Officer (Scale I): 10 posts
- Grand Total: 1,035 posts
(Note: Participating banks include 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, and Union Bank of India).
IBPS SO Eligibility Criteria 2026
Before applying for the IBPS SO Recruitment 2026, applicants must ensure they fulfill the required educational qualifications and age limits.
1. Educational Qualification (As on 21.07.2026)
- IT Officer (Scale I): 4-year Engineering/Technology Degree in Computer Science/Computer Applications/Information Technology/Electronics/Electronics & Telecommunication/Electronics & Communication/Electronics & Instrumentation OR Graduate having passed DOEACC ‘B’ level.
- Agricultural Field Officer (Scale I): 4-year Degree (Graduation) in Agriculture/Horticulture/Animal Husbandry/Veterinary Science/Dairy Science/Fishery Science/Pisciculture/Agri. Marketing & Cooperation/Co-operation & Banking/Agro-Forestry/Forestry/Agricultural Biotechnology/B.Tech Biotechnology/Food Science/Agriculture Business Management/Food Technology/Dairy Technology/Agricultural Engineering/Sericulture/Fisheries Engineering.
- Rajbhasha Adhikari (Scale I): Post Graduate Degree in Hindi with English as a subject at the graduation level OR Post Graduate Degree in Sanskrit with English and Hindi as subjects at the graduation level.
- Law Officer (Scale I): A Bachelor Degree in Law (LL.B) and enrolled as an advocate with the Bar Council.
- HR/Personnel Officer (Scale I): Graduate and Two Years Full-time Post Graduate Degree or Two Years Full-time Post Graduate Diploma in Personnel Management/Industrial Relations/HR/HRD/Social Work/Labour Law.
- Marketing Officer (Scale I): Graduate and Two Years Full-time MMS (Marketing)/Two Years Full-time MBA (Marketing)/Two Years Full-time PGDBA/PGDBM/PGPM/PGDM with specialization in Marketing.
2. Age Limit (As on 01.07.2026)
- Minimum Age: 20 Years
- Maximum Age: 30 Years (Candidates must be born between 02.07.1996 and 01.07.2006, both dates inclusive).
- Age Relaxations: 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC (Non-Creamy Layer), 10 years for PwBD, and standard relaxations for Ex-Servicemen.
IBPS SO Selection Process 2026
The selection procedure for IBPS SO Recruitment 2026 consists of three sequential phases:
- Phase-I: Online Preliminary Examination (Qualifying nature, consisting of objective tests for English Language, Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude/General Awareness, and Professional Knowledge totaling 125 marks).
- Phase-II: Online Main Examination (Includes objective tests based on Professional Knowledge and a descriptive paper in English).
- Phase-III: Common Interview (Carrying 100 marks with a minimum qualifying mark of 40% for General/EWS and 35% for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD).
IBPS SO Application Fee
- SC/ST/PwBD Candidates: INR 175/- (inclusive of GST)
- General / EWS / OBC Candidates: INR 850/- (inclusive of GST)
- Edit Window Correction Fee: INR 200/- (applicable to all categories)
- Payment Mode: Online (Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI, Mobile Wallet)
How to Apply Online for IBPS SO Recruitment 2026
Eligible candidates can follow these simple steps to submit their applications successfully:
- Visit the official IBPS website at www.ibps.in.
- Navigate to the home page, click on the ‘Common Recruitment Process (CRP)’ section, and select ‘CRP Specialist Officers’.
- Click on the registration link reading ‘Click here for New Registration’ and enter your basic details to obtain a Provisional Registration Number and Password.
- Login using your credentials and upload your scanned photograph, signature, left-hand thumb impression, and handwritten declaration as per the official specifications.
- Fill in your personal details, academic qualifications, category, exam center preferences, and bank priorities carefully.
- Preview the form using the ‘SAVE AND NEXT’ option before final submission, and complete the process by paying the required application fee online.
- Save and print a hard copy of the final e-receipt and application form for future reference.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) – IBPS SO Recruitment 2026
Q. How many total vacancies have been released under IBPS SO Recruitment 2026, and which posts are included?
- A total of 1,035 vacancies have been released, which include roles for IT Officer, Agricultural Field Officer (AFO), Law Officer, Rajbhasha Adhikari, and HR/Personnel Officer.
Q. When do online applications start for IBPS SO 2026, and what is the last date?
- Online applications begin on 01 July 2026 and run through 21 July 2026. The fee payment last date has been extended to 26 July 2026, followed by a two-day edit window.
Q. What are the educational qualifications and age limits required for IBPS SO?
- Each position requires a specialized degree, such as a B.Tech/MCA for IT Officers, an LL.B for Law Officers, and an Agriculture degree for AFOs. The age limit ranges from 20 to 30 years, with category-based relaxations for SC/ST, OBC, and PwBD candidates.
Q. What is the selection process and exam pattern for IBPS SO 2026?
- The selection occurs across three stages: a Preliminary exam, a Main exam (incorporating objective and descriptive papers), and a final Common Interview.
Q. What is the salary structure for IBPS SO positions?
- Selected candidates receive an initial basic pay of INR 48,480/- per month alongside allowances like DA, HRA, CCA, and medical benefits.
Conclusion
If you want to build a promising career as an officer in the banking sector, the IBPS SO Recruitment 2026 provides an outstanding pathway. With an increased count of 1,035 vacancies and promising career progression, this represents a major employment milestone. Ensure you visit the official portal at www.ibps.in to complete your registration before the deadlines.