IBPS SO Recruitment 2025: The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has opened the online application window for 1007 vacancies of Specialist Officers posts. The application deadline for IBPS SO 2025 has been extended till 28 July 2025. Interested candidates can go the official website www.ibps.in and complete their registration. The positions include: IT Officer, Law Officer, HR/Personnel Officer, Marketing Officer, and others across multiple participating public sector banks.
IBPS SO Recruitment 2025 Overview
| Recruitment Organization | Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) |
| Post Name | Specialist Officers (SO) |
| Total Vacancy | 1007 |
| Job Type | Government |
| Job Location | India |
| Category | All India Job |
| Qualification | Graduate |
| Application Process (Mode) | Online |
| Application Start Date | 1 July 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 28 July 2025 (Extended) |
| Official Website | https://www.ibps.in/ |
| Join Groups | Telegram | WhatsApp | Facebook |
IBPS SO Recruitment 2025 Notification
IBPS SO Notification 2025: The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has officially released the IBPS SO 2025 Notification for the Common Recruitment Process (CRP SPL-XV) to recruit Specialist Officers in participating public sector banks for the year 2026–27.
The notification was published on 1 July 2025, and applications have been invited for various Scale-I posts including: IT Officer, Agricultural Field Officer, Rajbhasha Adhikari, Law Officer, HR/Personnel Officer, Marketing Officer. As per a corrigendum issued on 21 July 2025, the last date for online registration has been extended to 28th July 2025, giving candidates more time to apply.
The IBPS SO recruitment process will include a Preliminary Exam, Main Exam, and Interview, followed by provisional allotment based on final merit. Candidates interested in applying must ensure they meet the required eligibility criteria, educational qualifications, and age limits as outlined in the official notification.
Participating Banks
IBPS conducts recruitment exams on behalf of 11 public sector banks in India. If you’re aiming to become a Specialist Officer (SO) in any of these banks, you must appear for the IBPS SO 2025 examination. The list of participating banks is provided below.
| Bank of Baroda | 5. Bank of India | 9. Bank of Maharashtra |
| 2. Canara Bank | 6. Central Bank of India | 10. Indian Bank |
| 3. Indian Overseas Bank | 7. Punjab National Bank | 11. Punjab & Sind Bank |
| 4. UCO Bank | 8. Union Bank of India |
IBPS SO Vacancy 2025: 1007 Posts
The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has released a total of 1007 vacancies for Specialist Officer (SO) positions under CRP SPL-XV. These vacancies span across various specialized roles including Agricultural Field Officer, Marketing Officer (Scale I), HR/Personnel Officer (Scale I), IT Officer (Scale I), Law Officer (Scale I), and Rajbhasha Adhikari (Scale I).
| Posts | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | UR | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Agriculture Field Officer (AFO) | 46 | 23 | 82 | 13 | 128 | 310 |
| HR/Personnel | 01 | 00 | 02 | 01 | 06 | 10 |
| IT Officer | 30 | 14 | 53 | 20 | 86 | 203 |
| Law Officer | 07 | 03 | 14 | 05 | 27 | 56 |
| Marketing | 52 | 26 | 94 | 35 | 143 | 350 |
| Rajbhasha | 10 | 03 | 19 | 07 | 39 | 78 |
| TOTAL | 146 | 69 | 264 | 81 | 429 | 1007 |
IBPS SO 2025 Eligibility Criteria
IBPS PO Eligibility Criteria 2025:
Age Limit (as on 01.07.2025)
- Minimum: 20 years
- Maximum: 30 years
(Candidates must be born between 02.07.1995 and 01.07.2005)
Age relaxations apply for reserved categories as per government norms.
Educational Qualification (as on 21.07.2025)
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| IT Officer | 4-year degree in IT/CS/Electronics or equivalent / Post Graduate in similar fields / DOEACC ‘B’ level |
| Agriculture Field Officer | Degree in Agriculture, Horticulture, Animal Husbandry, Agri Marketing, Food Tech, etc. |
| Rajbhasha Adhikari | PG in Hindi with English at UG level OR Sanskrit with Hindi & English |
| Law Officer | LLB and enrollment as advocate with Bar Council |
| HR/Personnel Officer | Graduate + 2-year PG in HR/IR/Personnel Mgmt./Labour Law |
| Marketing Officer | Graduate + 2-year PG in Marketing (MBA/MMS/PGDBM/PGDM, etc.) |
IBPS SO 2025 Selection Process
The selection process for IBPS SO Recruitment 2025 will be carried out in three phases:
- Preliminary Examination
- Main Examination
- Interview
IBPS SO Application Fee
Candidates applying for the IBPS SO 2025 recruitment are required to pay an application fee based on their category. The fee must be paid online only during the registration process.
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| SC/ST/PwBD | Rs. 175 |
| Others | Rs. 850 |
How to Apply IBPS SO Recruitment 2025?
Steps to fill IBPS PO application form 2025:
- Go to the IBPS official website: www.ibps.in
- Scroll down and click on the “CRP Specialist Officers” section.
- Now click on the link- “CRP Specialist Officer XV“.
- Go the “Apply Online for Common Recruitment Process under CRP SPL-XV” link and click on it.
- Create an account by clicking “Click here for New Registration“
- After completing the registration process log in by using the Registration no and password.
- Now fill out the application form carefully
- Once the application process is completed, submit it.
- Print the downloaded acknowledgment for future reference.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | 1 July 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 28 July 2025 (Extended) |
| IBPS SO Prelims Admit Card 2025 | August 2025 |
| IBPS SO Prelims 2025 Exam Date | August 2025 |
| IBPS SO Prelims 2025 Result Date | September 2025 |
| IBPS SO Mains Admit Card 2025 | Sept/ Oct 2025 |
| IBPS SO Mains 2025 Exam Date | November |
| IBPS SO Mains Result 2025 Date | November 2025 |
| IBPS SO Interview 2025 Date | Dec 2025/ Jan 2026 |
| Provisional Allotment | Jan/ Feb 2026 |
Important Website Links
| Online Application Link | Apply Here |
| IBPS SO 2025 Corrigendum Notice | Click Here |
| Official IBPS PO 2025 Notification PDF | Click Here |
| IBPS Official Website | Click Here |
| Visit Bodopedia Homepage | Click Here |
| Join Telegram Group | Join Here |
| Join WhatsApp Channel | Click Here |
| Join Facebook Page | Click Here |
IBPS SO 2025 Exam Pattern
1. IBPS PO Prelims Exam Pattern 2025
For IT Officer, Agricultural Field Officer, HR/Personnel Officer, and Marketing Officer:
| Section | No. of Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| English Language | 50 | 25 | 40 minutes |
| Reasoning | 50 | 50 | 40 minutes |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 50 | 50 | 40 minutes |
| Total | 150 | 125 | 120 minutes |
For Law Officer and Rajbhasha Adhikari:
| Section | No. of Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| English Language | 50 | 25 | 40 minutes |
| Reasoning | 50 | 50 | 40 minutes |
| General Awareness (with Banking Focus) | 50 | 50 | 40 minutes |
| Total | 150 | 125 | 120 minutes |
IBPS SO Mains Exam Pattern 2025
For IT Officer, Agriculture Field Officer, HR/Personnel Officer, Marketing Officer, Law Officer:
| Section | No. of Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Professional Knowledge | 60 | 60 | 45 minutes |
For Rajbhasha Adhikari:
| Section | No. of Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Professional Knowledge (Objective) | 45 | 30 minutes | |
| Professional Knowledge (Descriptive) | 02 | 30 minutes | |
| Total | 60 | 60 minutes |
3. Interview
- Total Marks: 100
- Qualifying Marks: 40% (35% for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD)
- Weightage: 80:20 (Main Exam: Interview)
FAQ
1. How many vacancies are announced for IBPS SO 2025?
A total of 1007 vacancies have been announced under the CRP SPL-XV for various Specialist Officer posts.
2. What are the posts available under IBPS SO 2025?
The recruitment is being conducted for the following positions:
1. IT Officer (Scale I)
2. Agricultural Field Officer (Scale I)
3. Rajbhasha Adhikari (Scale I)
4. Law Officer (Scale I)
5. HR/Personnel Officer (Scale I)
6. Marketing Officer (Scale I)
3. What is the last date to apply for IBPS SO 2025?
The last date to submit the online application is 28 July 2025 (extended from 21 July 2025).