The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has officially released the IBPS SO Recruitment 2025 Notification (CRP SPL-XV) for the recruitment of Specialist Officers (SO) across participating public sector banks in India. This recruitment drive aims to fill 1007 vacancies for the 2026–27 financial year. It offers an excellent opportunity for candidates aspiring to work in specialized officer roles such as IT Officer, Agricultural Field Officer, Law Officer, HR Officer, Rajbhasha Adhikari, and Marketing Officer.
IBPS SO Recruitment 2025 Overview
| Organization | Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Specialist Officers (SO) |
| Exam Name | IBPS CRP SPL-XV |
| Vacancies | 1007 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | Across India |
| Official Website | www.ibps.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Registration | 01 July to 28 July 2025 (Extended) |
| Preliminary Exam | 30 August 2025 |
| Main Exam | 09 November 2025 |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| SC/ST/PwBD | ₹175 |
| General/OBC/EWS | ₹850 |
Payment must be made online through debit card, credit card, net banking, or UPI before the closing date.
Vacancies and Qualification
| Post Name | Vacancy | Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| IT Officer (Scale I) | 1007 | Degree/Diploma in relevant discipline |
Detailed post-wise qualifications will be available in the official notification.
Age Limit (as on 01 July 2025)
Candidates must be between 20 and 30 years old (born between 02 July 1995 and 01 July 2005, both dates inclusive).
Age Relaxation:
- SC/ST: 5 years
- OBC (NCL): 3 years
- PwBD: 10 years
- Ex-Servicemen: 5 years
Selection Process
The IBPS SO 2025 selection process includes three stages:
- Preliminary Examination
- Main Examination
- Interview
Candidates must qualify in each stage to proceed further. The final merit list will be prepared based on the Main Exam and Interview scores in an 80:20 ratio.
Exam Pattern
Preliminary Exam Pattern
For IT Officer, Agricultural Field Officer, HR, Marketing Officer:
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| English Language | 50 | 25 | 40 minutes |
| Reasoning | 50 | 50 | 40 minutes |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 50 | 50 | 40 minutes |
| Total | 150 | 125 | 2 hours |
For Law Officer & Rajbhasha Adhikari:
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| English Language | 50 | 25 | 40 minutes |
| Reasoning | 50 | 50 | 40 minutes |
| General Awareness (Banking Focus) | 50 | 50 | 40 minutes |
| Total | 150 | 125 | 2 hours |
Main Exam Pattern
For All Posts (Except Rajbhasha Adhikari):
| Test Name | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Professional Knowledge | 60 | 60 | 45 minutes |
For Rajbhasha Adhikari:
| Test Name | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Professional Knowledge (Objective) | 45 | 60 | 30 minutes |
| Professional Knowledge (Descriptive) | 2 | – | 30 minutes |
How to Apply for IBPS SO Recruitment 2025
- Visit the official IBPS website: www.ibps.in.
- Click on “CRP Specialist Officers (CRP SPL-XV)”.
- Register with your valid email ID and mobile number.
- Fill out the application form carefully and upload necessary documents.
- Pay the application fee online and submit the form.
- Download and print the confirmation page for reference.
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| IBPS SO 2025 Notification | Notification |
| Apply Online | Apply Now |
| Result 2025 | Result |
| Score Card 2025 | Score Card |
| Official Website | www.ibps.in |
FAQs
Q1. What is the total number of vacancies in IBPS SO Recruitment 2025?
A1. There are a total of 1007 Specialist Officer vacancies across various posts.
Q2. What is the age limit for IBPS SO 2025?
A2. Candidates must be between 20 and 30 years as on 01 July 2025.
Q3. What is the application fee for IBPS SO 2025?
A3. The application fee is ₹850 for General/OBC/EWS and ₹175 for SC/ST/PwBD candidates.
Q4. How will the final selection be made?
A4. The final selection will be based on the Main Exam and Interview in an 80:20 ratio.
Q5. When will the IBPS SO Preliminary and Main Exams be held?
A5. The Preliminary Exam will be on 30 August 2025, and the Main Exam will be on 09 November 2025.
