๐Ÿ“ข Official Announcement

IBPS SO 2026 Recruitment: Vacancies Increased to 1035, Last Date Extended

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Institute of Banking Personnel Selection
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Date
26 Jul 2026

IBPS SO 2026 Recruitment: Vacancies Increased to 1035, Last Date Extended

Institute of Banking Personnel Selection โ€” Public Sector Banks

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By Vikram Reddy โ€ข 23 Jul 2026
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๐Ÿ“… Important Dates

๐Ÿ“‹ Vacancy Details

Post NameSpecialist Officer (Scale I)
Total Vacancies1035
QualificationGraduate/Post-Graduate degree relevant to the specific domain
Age Limit20 to 30 years as of 2026-07-01
SalaryBasic pay โ‚น48,480 - โ‚น85,920 per month plus allowances
Application FeeSC/ST/PwBD: โ‚น175; Others: โ‚น850
Selection ProcessPreliminary Examination, Main Examination, and Interview

๐Ÿ“ Detailed Notification Information

Overview of IBPS SO 2026 Recruitment

The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has issued a revised notification for the Common Recruitment Process (CRP SPL-XVI) for Specialist Officers (Scale I). The total number of vacancies has been increased to 1,035, and the online application deadline has been extended to 26 July 2026.

Revised Vacancy Details

The updated vacancy list for Scale I Specialist Officers is as follows:

Post NameVacancies
IT Officer376
Agriculture Field Officer370
Law Officer125
Rajbhasha Adhikari94
HR/Personnel Officer60
Marketing Officer10
Total1,035

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must ensure they meet the specific educational requirements as of 26 July 2026:

  • IT Officer: 4-year B.E./B.Tech degree in Computer Science/IT/Electronics or PG in relevant streams.
  • Agriculture Field Officer: 4-year degree in Agriculture or allied fields.
  • Law Officer: Bachelorโ€™s degree in Law (LLB) with active enrollment as an advocate.
  • Rajbhasha Adhikari: PG in Hindi with English as a subject, or PG in Sanskrit with English and Hindi.
  • HR/Personnel Officer: Graduate with 2-year full-time PG degree or diploma in Personnel Management/HR/Industrial Relations/Labor Law.
  • Marketing Officer: Graduate with 2-year full-time MBA/PGDBA/PGDM specializing in Marketing.

Age Limit: Candidates must be between 20 and 30 years old as of 1 July 2026. Age relaxations apply for reserved categories per government guidelines.

Important Recruitment Dates

EventDate
Registration & Fee Payment Start2026-07-01
Extended Last Date2026-07-26
Preliminary Exam (Tentative)August 2026
Main Exam (Tentative)November 2026

Application Fees

The application fee is โ‚น175 for SC/ST/PwBD candidates and โ‚น850 for all other categories. Payment must be completed online via net banking, credit/debit cards, or UPI by 26 July 2026.

Steps to Apply

  1. Visit the official IBPS portal (ibps.in).
  2. Select the CRP Specialist Officers (SPL-XVI) recruitment link.
  3. Complete the registration process using a valid email and mobile number.
  4. Log in, fill in personal and educational details, and upload the required documents (photo, signature, thumb impression, and handwritten declaration).
  5. Pay the application fee and save the submission confirmation page.

๐Ÿ“ How to Apply

Register on the official IBPS website, fill out the form, upload documents, and complete fee payment.
Institute of Banking Personnel Selection โ€” Exam Preparation & Verification Guide

๐Ÿ“š Preparation Strategy for Institute of Banking Personnel Selection

Securing a government position under Institute of Banking Personnel Selection requires a disciplined and strategic approach. Candidates with Graduate/Post-Graduate degree relevant to the specific domain qualifications should focus on the following:

  • Analyze Syllabus & Pattern: Thoroughly review the official Institute of Banking Personnel Selection exam syllabus. Understand the marking scheme, sectional cutoffs, and whether negative marking applies.
  • Practice Previous Papers: Solving past Institute of Banking Personnel Selection exam papers and taking timed mock tests is the most effective way to improve speed and accuracy.
  • Time Management: Dedicate fixed study hours for quantitative aptitude, logical reasoning, general awareness, and language tests based on the weightage of marks in the Specialist Officer (Scale I) examination.

โš ๏ธ Safe Application Checklist

To avoid fraud and secure your candidature for the Specialist Officer (Scale I) position, always complete the following checks before submitting your application:

  • Verify Official Domains: Ensure you apply only on official government portals. Check that the website URL ends in .gov.in, .nic.in, or .ac.in.
  • Read PDF Notification: Always download and thoroughly read the official Institute of Banking Personnel Selection notification PDF to check specific eligibility details, reservations, and document formats.
  • Beware of Agents: Government recruitments by Institute of Banking Personnel Selection are strictly based on merit. Never pay money to unauthorized agents promising guaranteed jobs.
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How can I confirm if this Institute of Banking Personnel Selection job posting is genuine?

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What qualifications do I need for this Institute of Banking Personnel Selection recruitment?

The educational qualification required for this recruitment is: Graduate/Post-Graduate degree relevant to the specific domain. Please always refer to the official notification PDF linked in the "Source/Official Links" section above for the most accurate and complete eligibility criteria, including age limits, experience requirements, and category-specific relaxations.

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โœ๏ธ Reviewed & Verified By
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Vikram Reddy
Public Sector Recruitment Analyst

Vikram Reddy has been tracking public sector recruitment across India for over 9 years. His expertise lies in banking sector jobs (SBI, IBPS, RBI) and financial institution recruitment processes.

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