IBPS SO Recruitment 2025 – Apply Online for 1007 Posts
The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has officially released the much-awaited IBPS SO Notification 2025 for This recruitment drive aims to fill 1,007 vacancies of Specialist Officers (SO) 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 IBPS SO Recruitment 2025 – Apply Online for 1007 Posts
IBPS SO Recruitment 2025 Overview
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Body | Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) |
| Exam Name | IBPS SO CRP SPL-XV |
| Post Name | Specialist Officer (Scale I) |
| Total Vacancies | 1,007 |
| Notification Released | 30 June 2025 |
| Online Application Dates | 1 July 2025 – 21 July 2025 |
| Preliminary Exam Date | 30 August 2025 |
| Mains Exam Date | 9 November 2025 |
| Interview Dates | Dec 2025 – Jan 2026 |
| Official Website | www.ibps.in |
IBPS SO 2025 Vacancy Details
| Post Name | No. of Vacancies |
|---|---|
| I.T. Officer (Scale I) | 203 |
| Agricultural Field Officer | 310 |
| Marketing Officer | 350 |
| Law Officer | 56 |
| Rajbhasha Adhikari | 78 |
| HR/Personnel Officer | 10 |
| Total | 1,007 |
Eligibility Criteria
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Educational Qualification (varies by post):
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IT Officer: B.E./B.Tech in CS/IT/ECE OR MCA
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AFO: Degree in Agriculture or related fields
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Law Officer: Degree in Law (LLB) + Bar Council registration
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HR Officer: MBA/PG in HR/Personnel Management
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Marketing Officer: MBA/PG in Marketing
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Rajbhasha Adhikari: PG in Hindi with English as a subject in graduation
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Age Limit: 20 – 30 years (as on 1 July 2025)
(Relaxation applicable for reserved categories)
Application Fees
| Category | Fees |
|---|---|
| General/OBC/EWS | ₹850/- |
| SC/ST/PwBD | ₹175/- |
Salary Details
| Details | Amount (Approx.) |
|---|---|
| Basic Pay Scale | ₹48,480 – ₹85,920 (Scale I) |
| Allowances & Perks | As per bank norms |
IBPS SO Recruitment 2025 Selection Process – Detailed Stages
IBPS SO recruitment follows a three-stage selection process:
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| 1. Preliminary Exam | – Objective-type test (online) – Separate papers for Law/Rajbhasha vs other posts – Marks not counted in final merit (qualifying only) |
| 2. Main Exam | – Professional Knowledge test (specific to the chosen SO post) – Carries significant weight in final selection |
| 3. Interview | – Conducted by participating banks – Checks personality, communication, and subject knowledge |
Preliminary Exam Pattern
For Law Officer & Rajbhasha Adhikari
| Section | No. of Questions | Marks | Time (mins) |
|---|---|---|---|
| English Language | 50 | 25 | 40 |
| Reasoning | 50 | 50 | 40 |
| General Awareness (Banking) | 50 | 50 | 40 |
| Total | 150 | 125 | 120 |
For IT Officer, AFO, HR, Marketing
| Section | No. of Questions | Marks | Time (mins) |
|---|---|---|---|
| English Language | 50 | 25 | 40 |
| Reasoning | 50 | 50 | 40 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 50 | 50 | 40 |
| Total | 150 | 125 | 120 |
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Medium: English & Hindi (except English section)
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Penalty: 0.25 marks for each wrong answer
Main Exam Pattern
For IT Officer, AFO, HR, Marketing
| Section | No. of Questions | Marks | Time (mins) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Professional Knowledge | 60 | 60 | 45 |
For Law Officer & Rajbhasha Adhikari
| Section | No. of Questions | Marks | Time (mins) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Professional Knowledge (Objective) | 45 | 60 | 30 |
| Professional Knowledge (Descriptive) | 2 (Essay/Letter) | – | 30 |
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Medium: English & Hindi (except English paper)
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No sectional cut-offs in Mains
Interview Details
| Details | Description |
|---|---|
| Weightage | Mains: 80% + Interview: 20% |
| Conducted By | Participating Banks in respective states/UTs |
| Total Marks | 100 |
| Minimum Qualifying | 40% (35% for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD) |
| Documents Required | Proof of age, education, caste certificate, experience (if any), etc. |
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Final selection = Marks from Mains Exam + Interview combined
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Provisional allotment based on merit, preferences, and vacancies
Final Allotment
| Step | Details |
|---|---|
| Preparation of Merit | Based on combined scores of Mains + Interview |
| Provisional Allotment | Jan-Feb 2026 |
| Appointment | Subject to document verification and medical fitness |
How to Apply.
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Visit the official IBPS website → www.ibps.in
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Click on CRP Specialist Officers (CRP-SPL-XV) link
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Complete the online registration
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Upload required documents (photo, signature, thumb impression, etc.)
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Pay the application fee
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Submit and download your application for future reference
Important links for IBPS SO Recruitment 2025 – Apply Online for 1007 Posts
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Notification | Click Here |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
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