IBPS SO 2026 Recruitment: Vacancies Increased to 1035, Last Date Extended
Institute of Banking Personnel Selection — Public Sector Banks
Executive Summary & Key Facts
The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection has issued an official recruitment notification for Specialist Officer (Scale I), announcing a total of 1,035 vacancies located in All India. The online application window opens on 01 July 2026 and closes on 26 July 2026. To be eligible, applicants must hold Graduate/Post-Graduate degree relevant to the specific domain 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 ₹48,480 - ₹85,920 per month plus allowances. The selection procedure comprises Preliminary Examination, Main Examination, and Interview. For complete guidelines, syllabus breakdown, and official notification PDF, refer to the verified information below on ApplySarkariJob.
📅 Specialist Officer (Scale I) - Important Dates & Schedule
📝 Specialist Officer (Scale I) - Detailed Notification Guide
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 Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| IT Officer | 376 |
| Agriculture Field Officer | 370 |
| Law Officer | 125 |
| Rajbhasha Adhikari | 94 |
| HR/Personnel Officer | 60 |
| Marketing Officer | 10 |
| Total | 1,035 |
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: Bachelor’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
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Registration & Fee Payment Start | 1 July 2026 |
| Extended Last Date | 26 July 2026 |
| Preliminary Exam (Tentative) | August 2026 |
| Main Exam (Tentative) | November 2026 |
Application Fees
The application fee is ₹175 for SC/ST/PwBD candidates and ₹850 for all other categories. Payment must be completed online via net banking, credit/debit cards, or UPI by 26 July 2026.
Steps to Apply
- Visit the official IBPS portal (ibps.in).
- Select the CRP Specialist Officers (SPL-XVI) recruitment link.
- Complete the registration process using a valid email and mobile number.
- Log in, fill in personal and educational details, and upload the required documents (photo, signature, thumb impression, and handwritten declaration).
- Pay the application fee and save the submission confirmation page.