Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) — Banking
The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has issued an official recruitment notification for Specialist Officer (Scale I), announcing a total of 745 vacancies located in All India. The online application window opens on 01 July 2026 and closes on 21 July 2026. To be eligible, applicants must hold Bachelor's degree or Postgraduate degree in relevant fields (IT, Agriculture, Law, HR, Marketing, Hindi) and be within the prescribed age limit of 20 to 30 years as of 2026-07-01, with category relaxation applicable as per government guidelines. Selected candidates will receive an approved pay scale of Basic Pay Scale: ₹48,480 - ₹85,920 (Scale I). The selection procedure comprises Preliminary Examination, Main Examination, and Common Interview. For complete guidelines, syllabus breakdown, and official notification PDF, refer to the verified information below on ApplySarkariJob.
| Application Start | 01 Jul 2026 |
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| Last Date to Apply |
21 Jul 2026
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| Exam Date | 01 Aug 2026 |
| Interview Date / Walk-in | 01 Nov 2026 |
| Post Name | Specialist Officer (Scale I) |
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| Total Vacancies | 745 |
| Qualification | Bachelor's degree or Postgraduate degree in relevant fields (IT, Agriculture, Law, HR, Marketing, Hindi) |
| Age Limit | 20 to 30 years as of 2026-07-01 |
| Salary | Basic Pay Scale: ₹48,480 - ₹85,920 (Scale I) |
| Application Fee | General/OBC/EWS: ₹850; SC/ST/PwBD: ₹175 |
| Selection Process | Preliminary Examination, Main Examination, and Common Interview |
Prescribed Age: 20–30 Years (As on 21 Jul 2026)
The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has initiated the recruitment process under CRP SPL-XVI for the fiscal year 2027-28. This drive aims to fill 745 Scale I Specialist Officer positions across 11 participating public sector banks. Applicants must submit their applications exclusively through the official portal by the designated deadline.
| Post Name | Indicative 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 |
| Total | 745 |
Candidates must meet specific educational qualifications relevant to their chosen field as of 2026-07-21. The age limit for all candidates is 20 to 30 years (born between 1996-07-02 and 2006-07-01). Age relaxations are applicable for reserved categories per government norms (SC/ST: 5 years, OBC: 3 years, PwBD: 10 years).
| Event | Tentative Date |
|---|---|
| Online Registration | 2026-07-01 to 2026-07-21 |
| Preliminary Examination | August 2026 |
| Main Examination | November 2026 |
| Provisional Allotment | January 2027 |
The application fee is non-refundable and must be paid online. SC/ST/PwBD candidates are required to pay ₹175, while all other categories must pay ₹850.
The recruitment process consists of three distinct stages:
Warning: Candidates should exercise caution during registration. Ensure that the handwritten declaration is written in the candidate's own handwriting in English and not in capital letters. Applications with incorrect photograph dimensions or blurred signatures will be summarily rejected by the system.
Q: Can I apply for more than one Specialist Officer post?
A: No, a candidate is permitted to apply for only one post. Multiple applications will lead to disqualification.
Q: What is the primary qualification for the IT Officer post?
A: Applicants must hold a 4-year Engineering/Technology degree in Computer Science/IT/Electronics or a Postgraduate degree in the same fields, or a DOEACC 'B' level qualification.
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