The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has officially released the detailed notification for the Common Recruitment Process (CRP SPL-XVI) for the selection of Specialist Officers in participating banks. According to the Advt No. CRP SPL-XVI (Vacancies of 2027-28), a total of 745 vacancies have been announced for various posts including IT Officer, Agricultural Field Officer, Rajbhasha Adhikari, Law Officer, HR/Personnel Officer, and Marketing Officer. Eligible candidates looking for Upcoming Govt Jobs or a Sarkari Naukri in the banking sector can apply online from 01 July 2026 to 21 July 2026. Welcome to rojgar khabar, your trusted source for Free Job Alert updates and Sarkari Result 2026 news. We strongly advise all candidates to read the complete official notification PDF thoroughly to understand the eligibility criteria, category-wise vacancy breakdown, and selection procedure before applying online.
IBPS SO (CRP SPL-XVI) Recruitment 2026 Details
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement No. | CRP SPL-XVI (2027-28) |
| Application Begin | 01/07/2026 |
| Last Date for Apply Online | 21/07/2026 |
| Pay Exam Fee Last Date | 21/07/2026 |
| Modification / Edit Window | For 2 days after closing of Registration |
| Download Prelims Admit Card | August 2026 |
| Online Examination (Preliminary) | August 2026 |
| Result of Prelims Exam | September / October 2026 |
| Online Examination (Main) | November 2026 |
| Conduct of Interview | November / December 2026 |
| Provisional Allotment | January 2027 |
Disclaimer: Candidates are advised to confirm from the IBPS official website.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹ 850/- (Inclusive of GST) |
| SC / ST / PwBD | ₹ 175/- (Inclusive of GST) |
| Payment Mode | Online Mode Only (Debit Cards, Credit Cards, Internet Banking, IMPS, Cash Cards/ Mobile Wallets/ UPI) |
IBPS SO Recruitment 2026: Age Limit as on 01/07/2026
- Minimum Age: 20 Years.
- Maximum Age: 30 Years.
- (A candidate must have been born not earlier than 02.07.1996 and not later than 01.07.2006, both dates inclusive).
- Age Relaxation Extra as per IBPS Recruitment Rules. (SC/ST get 5 years, OBC Non-Creamy Layer get 3 years, and PwBD get 10 years of upper age relaxation).
IBPS SO Vacancy Details 2026 : Total 745 Posts
| Post Name | UR | EWS | OBC | SC | ST | Total Posts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IT Officer (Scale-I) | 122 | 28 | 82 | 46 | 23 | 301 |
| Agricultural Field Officer (Scale-I) | 79 | 19 | 51 | 28 | 13 | 190 |
| Rajbhasha Adhikari (Scale-I) | 43 | 8 | 21 | 11 | 6 | 89 |
| Law Officer (Scale-I) | 49 | 10 | 26 | 14 | 6 | 105 |
| HR/Personnel Officer (Scale-I) | 28 | 6 | 15 | 8 | 3 | 60 |
| Marketing Officer (Scale-I) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Indicative Vacancies | 321 | 71 | 195 | 107 | 51 | 745 |
Post Name and Eligibility Criteria (As on 21/07/2026)
| Post Name | Eligibility Criteria |
|---|---|
| IT Officer (Scale-I) | • 4-year Engineering/Technology Degree in Computer Science / Computer Applications / Information Technology / Electronics / Electronics & Telecommunications / Electronics & Communication / Electronics & Instrumentation OR• Post Graduate Degree in the above-mentioned subjects 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/ 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 degree (graduation) level OR• Post Graduate degree in Sanskrit with English and Hindi as subjects at the degree (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. |
Mode of Selection Process
The IBPS Specialist Officer recruitment consists of three main stages. Candidates must clear each phase to proceed to the next:
- Stage 1: Online Preliminary Examination: Objective type screening test.
- Stage 2: Online Main Examination: Tests Professional Knowledge (Objective and/or Descriptive). Marks obtained here are considered for final merit.
- Stage 3: Common Interview: Conducted by Participating Banks (Weightage ratio of Mains to Interview is 80:20).
- Stage 4: Document Verification: Verification of eligibility certificates, category proof, and identity.
- Stage 5: Provisional Allotment: Based on merit-cum-preference.
IBPS SO Exam Pattern & Syllabus 2026
Preliminary Examination (For IT, Agriculture Field, HR/Personnel, and Marketing Officer):
| Subject | No. of Questions | Maximum Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Preliminary Examination (For Law Officer and Rajbhasha Adhikari):
| Subject | No. of Questions | Maximum Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| English Language | 25 | 25 | 20 minutes |
| Reasoning | 25 | 25 | 20 minutes |
| General Awareness with Special Reference to Banking | 25 | 25 | 20 minutes |
| Professional Knowledge | 25 | 50 | 20 minutes |
| Total | 100 | 125 | 80 minutes |
(Note: There is a negative marking of 0.25 marks for every incorrect answer in both Prelims and Mains).
How To Apply Online for IBPS SO Recruitment 2026
Interested candidates who wish to apply for the Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) / Specialist Officer (SO) post can submit their application online before 21/07/2026. Use the click here link provided below under important link section to apply directly.
- Step 1: Visit the official IBPS website or click the “Apply Online” link in the Important Links section below.
- Step 2: Click on “CLICK HERE FOR NEW REGISTRATION” and enter your basic information to generate a Provisional Registration Number and Password.
- Step 3: Fill out the detailed application form meticulously, ensuring personal details, educational qualifications, and category information match your official documents perfectly.
- Step 4: Upload scanned copies of the required documents exactly in the specified formats and sizes:
- Passport Size Photograph (4.5cm × 3.5cm, 20kb-50kb)
- Signature in Black Ink (10kb-20kb) – Do not use capital letters.
- Left Thumb Impression (20kb-50kb)
- Handwritten Declaration in English (50kb-100kb)
- Live Photograph capture via Webcam/Mobile.
- Step 5: Proceed to pay the requisite application fee via the integrated online payment gateway using a Debit/Credit Card, UPI, or Internet Banking.
- Step 6: Preview your application using the “SAVE AND NEXT” facility. No changes are permitted after clicking “COMPLETE REGISTRATION”.
- Step 7: Take a printout of the final submitted application form and the payment e-receipt for future reference at the time of the interview.
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Important Question about IBPS SO CRP SPL-XVI Recruitment (FAQ)
Q1. What is the last date to apply for IBPS SO Recruitment 2026?
Ans: The last date to submit the online application and pay the application fee for IBPS Specialist Officer (CRP SPL-XVI) is 21st July 2026.
Q2. What is the text for the IBPS Handwritten Declaration 2026?
Ans: The candidate must write the following declaration in English, on plain white paper with black ink, without using capital letters: “I, (Name of the candidate), hereby declare that all the information submitted by me in the application form is correct, true and valid. I will present the supporting documents as and when required.”
Q3. Is there any negative marking in the IBPS SO Examination?
Ans: Yes, there is a penalty for wrong answers in both the Online Preliminary and Online Main examinations. For every incorrect answer, one-fourth (0.25) of the marks assigned to that question will be deducted.
Q4. What is the application fee for IBPS Specialist Officer 2026?
Ans: For General, OBC, and EWS candidates, the application fee is ₹850/-. For SC, ST, and PwBD candidates, the fee is highly subsidized at ₹175/-. Payment must be made online.
Q5. Will the marks of the Preliminary Exam be counted for final selection?
Ans: No. The Online Preliminary Examination is strictly qualifying in nature. Merit listing and final selection for the interview and provisional allotment will be done purely based on the scores obtained in the Online Main Examination and the Interview round.
