🔔 Introduction
The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has officially released the IBPS SO Recruitment 2025 Notification under the Common Recruitment Process (CRP SPL-XV) to fill 1007 Specialist Officer (SO) vacancies across various public sector banks in India. These positions offer a golden opportunity for candidates from technical, legal, HR, marketing, and agricultural backgrounds to build a secure and prestigious career in banking.
The recruitment is conducted for the 2026–27 cycle and includes both Preliminary and Main Examinations, followed by an interview round. Interested candidates who meet the eligibility criteria can apply online through the official IBPS website from 01 July to 21 July 2025.
🧾 IBPS SO Vacancy Details (CRP SPL-XV 2025)
Total Number of Posts: 1007
Here is the detailed post-wise vacancy distribution:
| Post Name | No. of Posts | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|
| I.T. Officer (Scale-I) | 203 | ₹48,480 – ₹85,920/month |
| Agricultural Field Officer (Scale I) | 310 | ₹48,480 – ₹85,920/month |
| Rajbhasha Adhikari (Scale I) | 78 | ₹48,480 – ₹85,920/month |
| Law Officer (Scale I) | 56 | ₹48,480 – ₹85,920/month |
| HR / Personnel Officer (Scale I) | 10 | ₹48,480 – ₹85,920/month |
| Marketing Officer (Scale I) | 350 | ₹48,480 – ₹85,920/month |
🎓 Educational Qualifications
Candidates must meet the following educational criteria for their desired posts:
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I.T. Officer (Scale-I):
B.E./B.Tech (Computer Science/IT/ECE) or Postgraduate in IT/Computer Science or DOEACC ‘B’ level. -
Agricultural Field Officer (Scale-I):
4-year Degree in Agriculture/Horticulture/Animal Husbandry/Veterinary Science/Fisheries/Agri-Marketing/Dairy Technology/Sericulture etc. -
Rajbhasha Adhikari (Scale-I):
PG in Hindi with English at graduation level OR PG in Sanskrit with English and Hindi at graduation level. -
Law Officer (Scale I):
LLB Degree and must be registered with the Bar Council. -
HR / Personnel Officer (Scale-I):
Graduate + 2 years Full-Time PG Degree/PG Diploma in HR, Personnel Management, Labour Law, Industrial Relations, or Social Work. -
Marketing Officer (Scale-I):
Graduate + 2 years Full-Time MBA/PGDBA/PGDBM/PGDM with Marketing specialization.
🎂 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 be born between 02/07/1995 and 01/07/2005 (both dates inclusive).
Age relaxation applicable for reserved categories as per govt. rules.
💰 Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General/OBC/EWS | ₹850/- (incl. GST) |
| SC/ST/PwBD | ₹175/- (incl. GST) |
Payment Mode: Online – Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking / UPI / Wallets.
🗓️ Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 30 June 2025 |
| Online Application Starts | 01 July 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 21 July 2025 |
| Preliminary Admit Card | August 2025 |
| Prelims Exam Date | August 2025 |
| Prelims Result | September 2025 |
| Mains Admit Card | Sept/Oct 2025 |
| Mains Exam | November 2025 |
| Mains Result | November 2025 |
| Interview | Dec 2025 / Jan 2026 |
| Final Allotment | Jan / Feb 2026 |
📘 Selection Process
The IBPS SO selection process comprises three stages:
- Preliminary Examination (Online)
- Main Examination (Online – Subject-Specific)
- Personal Interview
Candidates need to qualify each stage separately to be considered for final allotment.
📍 Job Location
Selected candidates will be posted in various Public Sector Banks across India. Posting locations will depend on the bank's requirement and candidate preference during the selection/allotment process.
🖥️ How to Apply for IBPS SO Recruitment 2025?
Follow these steps to apply online:
- Visit IBPS Official Website
- Click on “CRP Specialist Officers” under the latest notifications.
- Register using basic details and get your registration ID & password.
- Fill the online application form carefully.
- Upload scanned photograph, signature, thumb impression, and handwritten declaration.
- Pay the required application fee online.
- Submit the form and download the confirmation page for reference.
Note: No correction facility will be provided after the final submission.
📄 Documents Required at the Time of Registration
- Valid Email ID and Mobile Number
- Scanned Photograph & Signature
- Educational Certificates
- Category/Caste Certificate (if applicable)
- PWD Certificate (if applicable)
- Online Payment Details
🧑🎓 Why Choose IBPS SO as a Career?
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Reputed and stable Government Job
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Competitive salary structure with increments
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Defined career growth and promotion policy
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Opportunities to work in specialized departments
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Posting across India's top Public Sector Banks
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