IBPS SO Recruitment 2026 – Last Date Extended | Apply Online for 745 Specialist Officer Vacancies
Job Description
Job Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) |
| Recruitment Name | CRP SPL-XVI (Specialist Officers) |
| Job Roles | IT Officer, Agricultural Field Officer, Rajbhasha Adhikari, Law Officer, HR/Personnel Officer, Marketing Officer |
| Total Vacancies | 745 (Indicative) |
| Job Location | Across India |
| Salary | ₹48,480 – ₹85,920 (Scale-I Pay Scale) + Allowances |
| Qualification | B.E./B.Tech, LL.B, M.A., M.Sc., MBA/PGDM, PG Diploma & Other Relevant Degrees |
| Experience | Freshers & Eligible Candidates Can Apply |
| Age Limit | 20 to 30 Years |
| Job Type | Permanent Banking Job |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 01 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply (Extended) | 26 July 2026 |
| Official Website | www.ibps.in |
IBPS SO Recruitment 2026
The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has extended the last date for the IBPS Specialist Officer (SO) Recruitment 2026 under CRP SPL-XVI. Candidates interested in building a career in India’s leading Public Sector Banks now have additional time to submit their applications online.
This recruitment drive aims to fill 745 Specialist Officer (Scale-I) vacancies across 11 participating Public Sector Banks for the financial year 2027–28. Vacancies are available for IT Officer, Agricultural Field Officer, Law Officer, Rajbhasha Adhikari, HR/Personnel Officer, and Marketing Officer.
Eligible candidates must complete the online application process through the official IBPS website before the extended deadline of 26 July 2026.
About IBPS
The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) is an autonomous organization that conducts recruitment examinations for Public Sector Banks and other financial institutions across India.
Every year, IBPS organizes competitive examinations for various banking positions such as Probationary Officers (PO), Clerks, Specialist Officers (SO), and Regional Rural Bank (RRB) Officers. IBPS recruitment offers excellent career growth, attractive salaries, job stability, and opportunities to work in India’s leading government-owned banks.
Vacancy Details
| 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 (No vacancies reported currently) |
| Total | 745 |
Participating Banks
Selected candidates may be appointed in one of 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
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
IT Officer (Scale-I)
- Four-year Engineering Degree (B.E./B.Tech) in:
- Computer Science
- Information Technology
- Electronics
- Electronics & Telecommunications
- Electronics & Communication
- Electronics & Instrumentation
OR
- Postgraduate Degree in the relevant discipline
OR
- Graduate with DOEACC ‘B’ Level Certificate.
Agricultural Field Officer
- Four-year Degree in:
- Agriculture
- Horticulture
- Animal Husbandry
- Veterinary Science
- Dairy Science
- Fishery Science
- Agricultural Engineering
- Forestry
- Agricultural Biotechnology
- Food Technology
- Allied Agricultural Disciplines
Rajbhasha Adhikari
- Postgraduate Degree in Hindi with English as a subject at Graduation
OR
- Postgraduate Degree in Sanskrit with Hindi and English as subjects at Graduation.
Law Officer
- Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LL.B).
- Must be enrolled as an Advocate with the Bar Council.
HR/Personnel Officer
- Graduate Degree
- Two-year Full-time MBA/PGDM/PG Diploma in:
- Human Resource Management
- Personnel Management
- Industrial Relations
- Labour Law
- Social Work
Marketing Officer
- Graduate Degree
- Two-year Full-time MBA/MMS/PGDM/PGDBA with specialization in Marketing.
Age Limit (As on 01 July 2026)
- Minimum Age: 20 Years
- Maximum Age: 30 Years
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 Years |
| OBC (NCL) | 3 Years |
| PwBD | 10 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen | 5 Years |
Gender
- Male and Female candidates are eligible to apply.
Experience Required
- No prior work experience is mandatory.
- Fresh graduates meeting the eligibility criteria can apply.
Job Responsibilities
Depending on the selected post, responsibilities include:
- Managing banking IT infrastructure and cybersecurity.
- Providing technical support to banking operations.
- Assisting agricultural finance and rural banking activities.
- Handling legal documentation and compliance matters.
- Managing recruitment, employee relations, and HR activities.
- Supporting marketing campaigns and business development.
- Preparing official reports and documentation.
- Ensuring compliance with banking regulations.
Required Skills
Technical Skills
- Computer proficiency
- Banking and financial knowledge
- Professional knowledge related to the chosen specialization
- Data analysis
- Documentation and report writing
- Regulatory compliance
Soft Skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Analytical thinking
- Leadership ability
- Problem-solving skills
- Time management
- Team collaboration
- Customer service orientation
Salary Details
Selected candidates will be appointed as Specialist Officer (Scale-I) in participating Public Sector Banks.
Basic Pay Scale
₹48,480 – 2,000 (7 years) – ₹62,480 – 2,340 (2 years) – ₹67,160 – 2,680 (7 years) – ₹85,920
Additional Benefits
Selected candidates will also receive:
- Dearness Allowance (DA)
- House Rent Allowance (HRA)
- City Compensatory Allowance
- Medical Benefits
- Leave Travel Concession (LTC)
- Pension & Retirement Benefits
- Performance Incentives
- Newspaper & Mobile Reimbursement (as per bank rules)
- Career Growth and Promotion Opportunities
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| SC/ST/PwBD | ₹175 |
| General/OBC/EWS | ₹850 |
Payment Mode
Fees can be paid online using:
- Debit Card
- Credit Card
- Net Banking
- IMPS
- UPI
- Mobile Wallets
Selection Process
Candidates will be selected through the following stages:
Stage 1
- Online Preliminary Examination
Stage 2
- Online Main Examination
Stage 3
- Common Interview
Final Selection
Final merit will be prepared based on:
- Main Examination – 80% Weightage
- Interview – 20% Weightage
How to Apply
Follow these simple steps:
Step 1: Visit the official IBPS website.
Step 2: Click on CRP SPL-XVI – Specialist Officer Recruitment 2026.
Step 3: Register using a valid email ID and mobile number.
Step 4: Fill in all personal, educational, and communication details.
Step 5: Upload the required documents including photograph, signature, thumb impression, handwritten declaration, and Class 10 certificate.
Step 6: Complete the fee payment through online mode.
Step 7: Verify all information carefully before final submission.
Step 8: Submit the application form.
Step 9: Download and print the confirmation page for future reference.
Required Documents
Candidates should keep the following documents ready:
- Passport-size Photograph
- Signature
- Left Thumb Impression
- Handwritten Declaration
- Aadhaar Card or Valid Photo ID
- Class 10 Certificate (Date of Birth Proof)
- Graduation/Post Graduation Certificates
- Engineering/Professional Degree Certificates
- Mark Sheets
- Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS), if applicable
- PwBD Certificate, if applicable
- Bar Council Registration Certificate (For Law Officer)
- Computer Qualification Certificate (where applicable)
- Valid Email ID
- Active Mobile Number
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Registration Starts | 01 July 2026 |
| Original Last Date | 21 July 2026 |
| Extended Last Date | 26 July 2026 |
| Preliminary Exam | August 2026 (Tentative) |
| Main Examination | November 2026 (Tentative) |
| Interview | November/December 2026 |
| Provisional Allotment | January 2027 |
Other Important Details
Recruitment Authority: Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS)
Recruitment Name: CRP SPL-XVI
Job Type: Permanent Public Sector Bank Job
Scale: Scale-I Officer
Posting: Any Participating Public Sector Bank in India
Application Mode: Online Only
Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted for every incorrect answer in objective tests.
Career Growth: Excellent promotion opportunities to Senior Manager, Chief Manager, Assistant General Manager, and higher managerial positions.
Why Choose IBPS Specialist Officer Jobs?
- Permanent Government Banking Career
- Attractive Salary Package
- Fast Career Growth
- Job Security
- Banking Allowances & Benefits
- Medical Facilities
- Pension & Retirement Benefits
- Nationwide Posting Opportunities
- Professional Work Environment
- Opportunity to Work in Leading Public Sector Banks
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