IBPS SO Recruitment 2025: The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has officially released the much-awaited IBPS SO Notification 2025 for the recruitment of Specialist Officers in various Public Sector Banks. This recruitment drive, known as CRP SPL-XV, aims to fill Specialist Officer posts for the 2026–27 financial year.
With multiple roles under IBPS Specialist Officer Recruitment, aspirants can apply according to their educational background. The IBPS SO Notification 2025 clearly outlines all the important details, and candidates are advised to read it carefully before applying.
IBPS SO Notification 2025 Overview
The IBPS SO Notification 2025 outlines all the essential information regarding the Common Recruitment Process (CRP) for Specialist Officers (SO) across multiple banks. The online application window is open from July 1 to July 21, 2025.
The selection process includes Preliminary and Main Exams followed by a personal interview. Successful candidates will be provisionally allotted to participating banks based on their performance and preference.
IBPS Specialist Officer Recruitment Participating Banks
IBPS SO Recruitment 2025 will be conducted for vacancies reported by various Public Sector Banks. The participating banks include Bank of Baroda, Bank of India, Bank of Maharashtra, Canara Bank, Central Bank of India, Indian Bank, Indian Overseas Bank, Punjab National Bank, Punjab & Sind Bank, UCO Bank, and Union Bank of India.
Direct IBPS CRP SPL-XV SO Notification Link — Click Here
Post-wise Details Under IBPS SO Recruitment 2025
IBPS SO Notification 2025 covers six different posts with 1007 vacancies in total under the Specialist Officer cadre:
- IT Officer (Scale I)
- Agricultural Field Officer (Scale I)
- Rajbhasha Adhikari (Scale I)
- Law Officer (Scale I)
- HR/Personnel Officer (Scale I)
- Marketing Officer (Scale I)
Each post has distinct eligibility requirements, exam pattern, and job responsibilities tailored to the specific role.
IBPS Specialist Officer CRP SPL-XV Vacancies
This year IBPS annouced total 1007 Vacancies under the CRP SPL-XV notification , Here below is the post wise and bank wise vacancies:
IBPS SO 2025 Important Dates to Remember
The IBPS Specialist Officer Recruitment calendar includes the following key dates:
- Online Application Start Date: July 1, 2025
- Last Date to Apply Online: July 21, 2025
- Preliminary Exam Date: August 2025
- Prelims Result Declaration: September 2025
- Main Exam Date: November 2025
- Interview: December 2025 / January 2026
- Provisional Allotment: January/February 2026
Eligibility Criteria for IBPS SO Recruitment 2025
Candidates applying for IBPS Specialist Officer Recruitment must meet the following criteria:
Nationality/Citizenship
Applicants must be Indian citizens or meet the nationality conditions outlined in the IBPS SO Notification 2025.
Age Limit
As per IBPS SO Notification 2025, the age limit is 20 to 30 years as on July 1, 2025. Age relaxation is applicable for SC, ST, OBC, PwBD, and Ex-Servicemen as per government norms.
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Educational Qualifications
Educational qualifications vary by post:
- IT Officer: B.E./B.Tech in relevant streams or Postgraduate in IT-related subjects.
- Agricultural Field Officer: 4-year degree in agriculture or related fields.
- Rajbhasha Adhikari: Postgraduate in Hindi/Sanskrit with English.
- Law Officer: LLB with Bar Council registration.
- HR Officer: PG Degree/Diploma in HR/IR/Labour Law.
- Marketing Officer: MBA/PGDM in Marketing.
Candidates must ensure that the final result of their qualifying exam is declared before July 21, 2025.
IBPS SO 2025 Exam Pattern
IBPS SO Recruitment 2025 will be conducted in two phases: Preliminary and Main Examination. Each stage has its own format.
Preliminary Exam Structure
For IT Officer, HR Officer, Agriculture Officer, and Marketing Officer:
- English Language – 50 questions (25 marks)
- Reasoning – 50 questions (50 marks)
- Quantitative Aptitude – 50 questions (50 marks)
- Total Duration: 120 minutes
For Law Officer and Rajbhasha Adhikari:
- English Language – 50 questions (25 marks)
- Reasoning – 50 questions (50 marks)
- General Awareness with Banking Focus – 50 questions (50 marks)
- Total Duration: 120 minutes
Main Exam Structure
- For most posts: 60 questions on Professional Knowledge (60 marks, 45 minutes).
- For Rajbhasha Adhikari: Objective (45 questions) + Descriptive (2 questions) on Professional Knowledge.
IBPS SO Selection Process 2025: Step-by-Step
The selection process under IBPS Specialist Officer Recruitment consists of:
- Online Preliminary Examination
- Online Main Examination
- Personal Interview
Only the marks of the Main Exam and Interview will be considered for final selection. Candidates must qualify in each stage to move forward in the recruitment process.
Application Fee for IBPS SO 2025
As per the IBPS SO Notification 2025, the application fee is:
- ₹175/- for SC/ST/PwBD
- ₹850/- for General and other categories
The fee must be paid online during the application window from July 1 to July 21, 2025.
How to Apply for IBPS SO Recruitment 2025
Candidates must follow these steps to apply online:
- Visit the official IBPS website: www.ibps.in
- Click on “CRP Specialist Officers” section.
- Register using your basic details and obtain a registration ID and password.
- Upload the required documents (photo, signature, thumb impression, etc.).
- Pay the application fee online.
- Submit and download the final application form.
Direct Apply Link for IBPS SO CRP SPL-XV 2025
IBPS Specialist Officer Salary Structure
The IBPS SO Recruitment 2025 offers attractive salary packages. The pay scale for Scale I Specialist Officers is:
₹48,480–1,46,920 (including all increments and allowances). Officers are also entitled to various perks like HRA, DA, medical benefits, and performance-based incentives as per bank policies.
IBPS SO Interview & Final Allotment Process
Shortlisted candidates from the Main Examination will be called for an Interview. The interview will carry 100 marks, and the qualifying marks are 40% for general and 35% for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD. The final merit list will be prepared based on the combined marks of the Main Exam and Interview (in 80:20 ratio).
