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The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has officially released a recruitment notification for 310 vacancies of Agricultural Field Officer (AFO) – Scale I under the Specialist Officers cadre. This is a golden opportunity for graduates from agricultural and allied streams to enter the banking sector and serve as specialized officers in India’s public sector banks.
Eligible candidates can apply online from 01 July 2025 to 21 July 2025 through the official IBPS website – www.ibps.in. Before applying, candidates are advised to read the complete notification for details regarding eligibility, application fees, selection process, exam dates, and more.
IBPS AFO Recruitment 2025: Overview
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Organization Name: Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS)
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Post Name: Agricultural Field Officer (AFO) – Scale I
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Total Vacancies: 310
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Mode of Application: Online
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Start Date to Apply: 01 July 2025
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Last Date to Apply: 21 July 2025
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Official Website: www.ibps.in
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Number of Posts |
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| Agricultural Field Officer | 310 |
Educational Qualification (as on 01-07-2025)
Candidates must hold a 4-year degree (Graduation) in one of the following disciplines:
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Agriculture
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Horticulture
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Animal Husbandry
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Veterinary Science
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Dairy Science
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Fishery Science
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Pisciculture
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Agri. Marketing & Cooperation
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Co-operation & Banking
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Agro-Forestry
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Forestry
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Agricultural Biotechnology
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Food Technology
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B.Tech (Biotechnology)
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Food Science
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Dairy Technology
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Agricultural Engineering
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Agriculture Business Management
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Sericulture
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Fisheries Engineering
Note: The degree must be recognized by the Government of India or approved by AICTE/UGC.
Age Limit (as on 01-07-2025)
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Minimum Age: 20 Years
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Maximum Age: 30 Years
(Candidates must have been born between 02 July 1995 and 01 July 2005, both dates inclusive.)
Age Relaxation (as per Government norms):
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SC/ST: 5 Years
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OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 Years
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PwBD: 10 Years
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Ex-Servicemen: 5 Years
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Other categories as per rules
IBPS AFO Salary (Pay Scale)
Agricultural Field Officers are appointed under Scale I, and the pay structure is as follows:
₹ 48,480 – 1,850 (7 years) – 62,480 – 2,340 (2 years) – 67,160 – 2,680 (7 years) – 85,920
In addition to the basic pay, selected candidates will receive other benefits like:
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Dearness Allowance (DA)
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House Rent Allowance (HRA)
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Special Allowance
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Transport Allowance
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Provident Fund
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Pension (under NPS)
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Leave Encashment, etc.
Application Fee
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For SC/ST/PwBD Candidates: ₹ 175/- (inclusive of GST)
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For General/OBC/EWS Candidates: ₹ 850/- (inclusive of GST)
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Payment Mode: Online only via Debit/Credit Card, Internet Banking, UPI, etc.
Selection Process
The selection process for IBPS AFO 2025 will be conducted in three stages:
- Preliminary Examination
- Main Examination
- Interview
Preliminary Exam Pattern
| Subject | No. of Questions | Marks | Duration |
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| English Language | 50 | 25 | 40 mins |
| Reasoning | 50 | 50 | 40 mins |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 50 | 50 | 40 mins |
| Total | 150 | 125 | 120 mins |
Main Exam Pattern (Professional Knowledge)
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Single paper on Professional Knowledge in Agriculture
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Duration: 45 minutes
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Total Marks: 60
Note: Only those who qualify the preliminary exam will be called for the main exam.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
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| Notification Release | 30 June 2025 |
| Online Application Starts | 01 July 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 21 July 2025 |
| Payment of Application Fees | 01 – 21 July 2025 |
| Admit Card for Preliminary Exam | August 2025 |
| Preliminary Exam Date | August 2025 |
| Preliminary Exam Result | September 2025 |
| Main Exam Admit Card | September/October 2025 |
| Main Examination | November 2025 |
| Main Exam Result | November 2025 |
| Interview Process | December 2025/January 2026 |
| Provisional Allotment | January/February 2026 |
How to Apply Online for IBPS AFO 2025
- Visit the official IBPS website: https://www.ibps.in
- Click on “CRP Specialist Officers” under “CRP SO” section
- Select the “Apply Online” link for “Agricultural Field Officer – Scale I”
- Register with basic details and generate login credentials
- Fill out the application form completely with correct information
Upload scanned copies of:
Photograph- Signature
- Left Thumb Impression
- Handwritten Declaration (as per guidelines)
- Pay the application fee via online mode
- Submit and take a printout of the application form for future use
Important Links
Why Choose IBPS AFO as a Career?
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Secure government job in the banking sector
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Hands-on work supporting the agricultural economy
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Professional growth and promotion opportunities
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Attractive salary and job perks
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Opportunity to serve rural and semi-urban areas
Don’t miss this opportunity to start a rewarding career in the banking sector! If you have a degree in agriculture or its allied disciplines and a desire to contribute to India's rural development, apply for IBPS AFO 2025 before 21 July 2025.
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