The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 745 Specialist Officer (SO) vacancies under CRP SPL-XVI for participating Public Sector Banks.
Eligible candidates can submit their online applications from 1st July 2026 to 21st July 2026 through the official IBPS recruitment portal.
Interested applicants can check complete details regarding eligibility criteria, age limit, educational qualifications, application fees, selection process, and important dates below.
IBPS Specialist Officer Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) |
| Post Name | Specialist Officer (CRP SPL-XVI) |
| Total Posts | 745 Posts |
| Qualification | Graduate / Post Graduate |
| Age Limit | 20 to 30 Years |
| Application Fee | ₹850 (₹175 for SC/ST/PwBD) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Starting Date | 1st July 2026 |
| Last Date | 21st July 2026 |
| Job Location | Across India |
IBPS Specialist Officer Vacancy Details
1. I.T. Officer (Scale-I)
No. of Posts: 301
2. Agricultural Field Officer (Scale-I)
No. of Posts: 190
3. Rajbhasha Adhikari (Scale-I)
No. of Posts: 89
4. Law Officer (Scale-I)
No. of Posts: 105
5. HR/ Personnel Officer (Scale-I)
No. of Posts: 60
Salary Details
Pay Scale: ₹48,480 – ₹85,920
Pay Structure:
₹48,480–2000/7–62,480–2340/2–67,160–2680/7–85,920
Eligibility Criteria of IBPS Specialist Officer Recruitment 2026
Age Limit
Candidates should be between 20 years and 30 years as on 1st July 2026.
Applicants must have been born between 2nd July 1996 and 1st July 2006 (both dates inclusive).
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 Years |
| OBC-NCL | 3 Years |
| PwBD | 10 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen | 5 Years |
Educational Qualification
I.T. Officer (Scale-I)
Candidates must possess:
- Four-year Engineering/Technology Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Electronics, Computer Applications, Electronics & Communication or related disciplines; OR
- Post Graduate Degree in relevant disciplines; OR
- Graduation with DOEACC ‘B’ Level qualification.
Agricultural Field Officer (Scale-I)
Four-year degree in:
Agriculture, Horticulture, Animal Husbandry, Veterinary Science, Dairy Science, Fishery Science, Forestry, Food Technology, Agricultural Engineering, Agriculture Business Management, Sericulture and allied disciplines.
Rajbhasha Adhikari (Scale-I)
- Post Graduate Degree in Hindi with English as a subject at graduation level; OR
- Post Graduate Degree in Sanskrit with Hindi and English as subjects at graduation level.
Law Officer (Scale-I)
- Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LLB)
- Enrolled as an Advocate with Bar Council.
HR/ Personnel Officer (Scale-I)
Graduate along with a two-year full-time Post Graduate Degree or Diploma in:
- Personnel Management
- Industrial Relations
- Human Resource Management
- HRD
- Social Work
- Labour Law
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| SC/ST/PwBD | ₹175 |
| Others | ₹850 |
Payment Mode
Candidates can make payment through:
- Debit Card
- Credit Card
- Internet Banking
- IMPS
- Mobile Wallets
- Cash Cards
Selection Process
The selection process includes:
- Preliminary Examination
- Main Examination
- Interview
- Provisional Allotment
How to Apply for IBPS Specialist Officer Recruitment 2026?
Eligible candidates may apply online by following these steps:
- Visit the official IBPS Recruitment Portal.
- Navigate to the Important Web-Links section.
- Click on Online Application Form.
- Register by selecting New User Registration.
- Login using generated credentials.
- Fill in personal, educational and communication details.
- Upload required documents.
- Pay the application fee according to category.
- Submit the application form.
- Download and print the submitted form for future reference.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Starts | 1st July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 21st July 2026 |
| Prelims Admit Card | August 2026 |
| Preliminary Examination | August 2026 |
| Prelims Result | September/October 2026 |
| Mains Admit Card | October 2026 |
| Main Examination | November 2026 |
| Mains Result | November 2026 |
| Interview | November/December 2026 |
| Provisional Allotment | January 2027 |
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Important Web-Links
| Links | Details |
|---|---|
| Online Application Form | Click Here |
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. How many vacancies are available under IBPS Specialist Officer Recruitment 2026?
A total of 745 Specialist Officer vacancies have been announced.
Q2. What is the last date to apply online?
The last date for submission of online applications is 21st July 2026.
Q3. What is the age limit for IBPS SO Recruitment 2026?
Candidates must be between 20 and 30 years as on 1st July 2026.
Q4. What is the application fee for General category candidates?
General, OBC and EWS category candidates need to pay ₹850.
Q5. What is the salary of an IBPS Specialist Officer?
The pay scale ranges from ₹48,480 to ₹85,920.
Conclusion
IBPS Specialist Officer Recruitment 2026 presents an excellent opportunity for graduates and postgraduates seeking a career in the banking sector. With 745 vacancies across multiple specialist streams, eligible candidates should complete their online application process before 21st July 2026 to avoid last-minute issues.Stay Updated For the latest government and private job notifications in Assam, keep checking NiyogAssam.com