The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has announced the Specialist Officer (CRP SO/SPL-XVI) Recruitment 2026. This recruitment drive aims to fill 745 various Specialist Officer posts across different scales. IBPS has also activated a correction/edit window for submitted applications. Prospective candidates are encouraged to review the complete details regarding application dates, eligibility criteria, and selection process provided below.
The application correction facility for IBPS SO XVI will be active from July 29, 2026, to July 30, 2026. All interested applicants must ensure they meet the minimum age of 20 years and a maximum age of 30 years as of July 01, 2026. Comprehensive details regarding the recruitment, including post-wise vacancies and educational qualifications, are available in the official notification.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Application Start Date | 01 July 2026 |
| Registration Last Date | 26 July 2026 |
| Fee Payment Last Date (Extended) | 26 July 2026 |
| Application Correction Date | 29 - 30 July 2026 |
| Preliminary Exam Date | August 2026 |
| Pre Exam Admit Card | Before Exam |
| Result Declaration | To Be Updated Soon |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | Rs 850/- |
| SC / ST / PH | Rs 175/- |
| Payment Mode | Online (Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, IMPS, Cash Card / Mobile Wallet) |
Age Limit (as on 01 July 2026)
| Criteria | Details |
|---|
| Minimum Age | 20 Years |
| Maximum Age | 30 Years |
| Age Relaxation | Applicable as per IBPS rules |
Vacancy Details & Eligibility (Total: 745 Posts)
| Post Name | Total Posts | Eligibility Criteria |
|---|
| IT Officer (Scale-I) | 301 | 4-year Engineering/Technology degree in Computer Science, Computer Applications, Information Technology, Electronics, Electronics & Telecommunications, Electronics & Communication, or Electronics & Instrumentation. OR Postgraduate degree in relevant disciplines. OR DOEACC ‘B’ Level examination passed. |
| Agricultural Field Officer (Scale I) | 190 | 4-year Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Horticulture, Animal Husbandry, Veterinary Science, Dairy Science, Fishery Science, Pisciculture, Agricultural Marketing & Cooperation, Cooperation & Banking, Agro-Forestry, Forestry, Agricultural Biotechnology, B.Tech. Biotechnology, Food Science, Agriculture Business Management, Food Technology, Dairy Technology, Agricultural Engineering, Sericulture, or Fisheries Engineering from a recognized university. |
| Rajbhasha Adhikari (Scale I) | 89 | Postgraduate degree in Hindi with English as a subject at the graduation level. OR Postgraduate degree in Sanskrit with both Hindi and English as subjects at the graduation level from a recognized university. |
| Law Officer (Scale I) | 105 | Bachelor’s degree in Law (LL.B.) from a recognized university and enrolled as an Advocate with the Bar Council. |
| HR/Personnel Officer (Scale I) | 60 | Graduation degree with a full-time 2-year Postgraduate Degree or Postgraduate Diploma in Personnel Management, Industrial Relations, Human Resources (HR), Human Resource Development (HRD), Social Work, or Labour Law from a recognized university. |
| Marketing Officer (Scale I) | 00 | Graduation degree with a full-time 2-year MMS (Marketing), MBA (Marketing), or PGDBA/PGDBM/PGPM/PGDM with specialization in Marketing from a recognized university. |
How to Apply for IBPS SO XVI Recruitment 2026
Candidates interested in applying for the IBPS Specialist Officer 16th Online Form 2026 can submit their applications online before the final registration date of July 26, 2026. Applicants should use the direct 'Apply Online' link provided in the important links section below. Alternatively, you can visit the official IBPS website to complete the application process. It is crucial to finalize your application before the deadline. It is strongly recommended to thoroughly read the official notification before filling out the form to understand all details regarding the last date, age limits, and educational qualifications.
Mode of Selection
The selection process for IBPS SO 16th Recruitment 2026 involves several stages:
- Preliminary Written Examination
- Main Written Examination
- Interview
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
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