The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has released the official notification for the IBPS Specialist Officer (SO) XVI Recruitment 2026. The recruitment is being conducted for various Specialist Officer posts, including IT Officer, Agriculture Field Officer, Marketing Officer, Law Officer, Rajbhasha Adhikari, HR/Personnel Officer, and other positions in participating banks. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online from 01 July 2026 to 21 July 2026. Before applying, candidates should carefully read the official notification for complete details regarding post-wise eligibility, educational qualifications, age limit, selection process, exam pattern, syllabus, application procedure, and other important recruitment information.
Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) – CRP SPL XVI Specialist Officer Recruitment 2026
Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has released the notification for the 16th Specialist Officer (SO) Recruitment 2026. Interested candidates can apply online from 01/07/2026 to 21/07/2026. Refer to the official notification for complete details on age limit, selection procedure, and pay scale for IBPS Specialist Officer Recruitment 2026.
General Recruitment Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Authority | Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) |
| Post Name | Specialist Officer (CRP SPL XVI) |
| Total Vacancies | 745 Posts |
| Official Gateway | ibps.in |
Fee Structure
- General / EWS / OBC: ₹850/-
- SC / ST / PH: ₹175/-
- Fee payable through Online / Offline mode only
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Begin | 01/07/2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 21/07/2026 |
| Pay Exam Fee Last Date | 21/07/2026 |
| IBPS SO Pre Exam Date | August 2026 |
| Pre Admit Card Available | Before Exam |
| Pre Result Available | September / October 2026 |
| IBPS SO Mains Exam Date | November 2026 |
| Mains Result Available | November 2026 |
Eligibility / Qualification
| Post Name | Total Post | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| IT Officer Scale I | 301 | Bachelor’s Degree with B-Level Certificate, OR Engineering Degree in Computer Science / Computer Applications / Information Technology / Electronics / Electronics & Telecommunications / Electronics & Communication / Electronics & Instrumentation, OR Master’s Degree. |
| Agriculture Field Officer (AFO) Scale I | 190 | Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering with Agriculture, OR equivalent subject. |
| Rajbhasha Adhikari | 89 | Master’s Degree in Hindi with English as a subject at degree level, OR Master’s Degree in Sanskrit with Hindi and English as subjects at degree level. |
| Law Officer Scale I | 105 | Bachelor’s Degree in Law (3-year or 5-year) and enrolled with the Bar Council. |
| HR / Personnel Officer Scale I | 60 | Master’s Degree / PG Diploma in Personnel Management / Industrial Relations / HR / HRD / Social Work / Labour Law. |
| Marketing Officer (MO) Scale I | 0 | Master’s Degree / PG Diploma in Marketing / PGDBA / PGDBM / PGPM / PGDM. |
- Minimum Age: 20 Years
- Maximum Age: 30 Years
- Age relaxation as per IBPS Specialist Officer XVI Exam Examination Rules
Category-Wise Vacancy Details
| Post Name | UR | OBC | EWS | SC | ST | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IT Officer | 122 | 82 | 28 | 46 | 23 | 301 |
| Agriculture Field Officer (AFO) | 79 | 51 | 19 | 28 | 13 | 190 |
| Rajbhasha Adhikari | 43 | 21 | 08 | 11 | 06 | 89 |
| Law Officer | 49 | 26 | 10 | 14 | 06 | 105 |
| HR / Personnel Officer | 60 | 15 | 06 | 08 | 03 | 92 |
| Marketing Officer (MO) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
How to Fill IBPS Specialist Officer-XVI Online Form 2026
- Read the official notification carefully before applying to the IBPS Specialist Officer Recruitment 2026.
- Gather all required documents — handwriting sample, eligibility certificates, ID proof, and address details.
- Keep scanned copies ready — photo, signature, ID proof, thumb impression, and other proof documents.
- Fill in the online application form and review all columns carefully before final submission.
- Pay the applicable application fee, if required; the form is not complete without fee payment.
- Take a printout of the final submitted application form for future reference.
Some Useful Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Download Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions
1. When did the IBPS Specialist Officer XVI Recruitment online application start?
The online application process started on 01 July 2026.
2. What is the last date to apply for IBPS SO Recruitment 2026?
The last date to apply online is 21 July 2026.
3. When is the IBPS SO Preliminary Exam expected?
The Preliminary Exam is expected to be held in August 2026.
4. When is the IBPS SO Mains Exam?
The Mains Exam is scheduled for November 2026.
5. How many total vacancies are available in this recruitment?
A total of 745 posts are available across IT Officer, Agriculture Field Officer, Rajbhasha Adhikari, Law Officer, HR/Personnel Officer, and Marketing Officer categories.
6. How can I apply for the IBPS Specialist Officer Recruitment 2026?
Candidates can apply online through the official recruitment link available on Naukri Disha.
