IBPS SO Recruitment 2025: 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) in various participating public sector banks. This golden opportunity is ideal for graduates and professionals seeking prestigious government bank jobs in India.
IBPS will conduct a Common Recruitment Process (CRP) comprising Preliminary Exam, Main Exam, and Interview for filling the Specialist Officer positions for the 2026–27 recruitment cycle.
IBPS SO Recruitment 2025 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) |
| Post Names | Specialist Officers (SO) |
| Total Vacancies | 710+ (approximate, subject to change) |
| Posts Offered | IT Officer, Law Officer, HR Officer, AFO, Marketing, Rajbhasha |
| Eligibility | Graduation/ Post Graduation |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | Across India |
| Official Website | Click Here |
IBPS SO Recruitment 2025 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 01-07-2025 |
| Start of Online Application | 01-07-2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 21-07-2025 |
| Preliminary Exam Date | August 2025 |
| Main Exam Date | November 2025 |
| Interview Date | To be announced |
IBPS SO Recruitment 2025 Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Code | Approx. Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| IT Officer (Scale-I) | 01 | TBD |
| Agricultural Field Officer | 02 | TBD |
| Rajbhasha Adhikari | 03 | TBD |
| Law Officer | 04 | TBD |
| HR/Personnel Officer | 05 | TBD |
| Marketing Officer | 06 | TBD |
Note: Final vacancy details to be updated on IBPS website.
IBPS SO Recruitment 2025 Salary Details
| Post Name | Pay Scale (Scale I) |
|---|---|
| All SO Posts | ₹48,480 – ₹85,920 + DA + HRA + other perks |
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IBPS SO Recruitment 2025 Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification:
| Post | Qualification Required |
|---|---|
| IT Officer (Scale-I) | Engineering degree in CS/ IT/ ECE or PG in IT/ CS or DOEACC ‘B’ level |
| Agricultural Field Officer | 4-year Degree in Agriculture/ Horticulture/ Animal Husbandry/ Dairy Science etc. |
| Rajbhasha Adhikari | PG in Hindi with English as a subject or PG in Sanskrit with English and Hindi |
| Law Officer | Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LLB) and enrolled with Bar Council |
| HR/Personnel Officer | PG in HR/ IR/Labour Law/ Social Work/ HRM/ Personnel Management |
| Marketing Officer | PGDBM/ MBA/ PGDM/ MMS in Marketing |
Nationality:
- Indian citizen or as per IBPS norms (Nepal, Bhutan, Tibetan Refugees, etc.)
Age Limit (as on 01.07.2025):
- Minimum: 20 years
- Maximum: 30 years
(Age relaxation as per category norms – SC/ST: 5 yrs, OBC: 3 yrs, PwBD: 10 yrs)
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IBPS SO Recruitment 2025 Selection Process
- Stage 1: Preliminary Examination (Objective)
- Stage 2: Main Examination (Objective + Descriptive for Rajbhasha)
- Stage 3: Interview
- Stage 4: Provisional Allotment
Weightage: 80% Mains + 20% Interview
IBPS SO Recruitment 2025 Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General/OBC/EWS | ₹850 |
| SC/ST/PwBD | ₹175 |
Steps to Apply for IBPS SO Recruitment 2025
- Step 1: Visit the official IBPS website www.ibps.in
- Step 2: Click on “CRP Specialist Officers (CRP SPL-XV)”
- Step 3: Click on “Apply Online”
- Step 4: Register using email ID and phone number
- Step 5: Fill in all details, upload photo, signature, thumb impression, and handwritten declaration
- Step 6: Pay the application fee online
- Step 7: Submit the form and download the confirmation
IBPS SO Recruitment 2025 Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification | Download |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Website | Visit Here |
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FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)
Q1. What is the last date to apply for IBPS SO 2025?
A. 21st July 2025
Q2. What is the salary of IBPS SO Scale-I Officer?
A. ₹48,480 – ₹85,920 per month + allowances
Q3. How many attempts are there for IBPS SO exam?
A. No fixed limit. You can apply if you meet age & eligibility criteria.
Q4. What is the exam pattern of IBPS SO Rajbhasha Adhikari?
A. Prelims (Reasoning, English, GA) + Mains (Objective + Descriptive)
Q5. Can I apply for more than one post in IBPS SO 2025?
A. ❌ No, you can apply for only one post.
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