IBPS Specialist Officer Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online Now
The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has issued the CRP SPL‑XVI notification for the recruitment of Specialist Officers (Scale I) across 11 public sector banks. A total of 745 indicative vacancies are available for six specialist posts, and the online application window is open from 01 July 2026 to 21 July 2026.
Short Information
IBPS is conducting the Specialist Officer recruitment for six posts – IT Officer, Agricultural Field Officer, Rajbhasha Adhikari, Law Officer, HR/Personnel Officer and Marketing Officer – with a combined 745 vacancies. Candidates must complete the online registration before 21 July 2026.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee (Inclusive of GST) | Payment Modes |
|---|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹850 | Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI, SBI |
| SC / ST / PwBD | ₹175 | Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI, SBI |
Eligibility Criteria & Vacancies
| Post | Indicative Vacancies | Age Limit (as on 01‑07‑2026) | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|---|---|
| IT Officer (Scale I) | 301 | 20‑30 years (relaxations: SC/ST +5, OBC +3, PwBD +10) | 4‑year Engineering/Technology degree in Computer Science/IT/Electronics or Post‑graduate degree in relevant field or Graduate with DOEACC ‘B’ level |
| Agricultural Field Officer (Scale I) | 190 | 20‑30 years (relaxations as above) | 4‑year degree in Agriculture, Horticulture, Animal Husbandry, Veterinary Science, Dairy Science, Fishery Science or allied subjects |
| Law Officer (Scale I) | 105 | 20‑30 years (relaxations as above) | LL.B. degree and enrollment as an advocate with the Bar Council |
| Rajbhasha Adhikari (Scale I) | 89 | 20‑30 years (relaxations as above) | Post‑graduate degree in Hindi or PG in Sanskrit (both with English as a subject at graduation) |
| HR/Personnel Officer (Scale I) | 60 | 20‑30 years (relaxations as above) | Graduate and 2‑year full‑time PG degree/diploma in Personnel Management/HR/Industrial Relations/Social Work/Labour Law |
| Marketing Officer (Scale I) | 0 (No vacancies reported) | 20‑30 years (relaxations as above) | Graduate and 2‑year full‑time MBA/MMS/PGDBA/PGDM with specialization in Marketing |
All candidates must have studied Computer/Information Technology as a subject at the school/college level or hold a relevant certificate/diploma, except for the IT Officer post where the qualification itself covers the requirement.
Selection Process & Exam Pattern
Selection Process Overview
| Stage | Description | Tentative Month |
|---|---|---|
| Online Preliminary Examination | Four separate tests (English, Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude/General Awareness, Professional Knowledge). Candidates must clear individual cut‑offs. | August 2026 |
| Online Main Examination | Objective section followed by a descriptive paper (for applicable posts). Scores are used for interview shortlisting. | November 2026 |
| Common Interview | Conducted by the participating banks; total 100 marks with minimum qualifying marks of 40 % (35 % for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD). | November/December 2026 |
| Provisional Allotment | Merit‑cum‑preference based on 80 % Main Exam + 20 % Interview. | January 2027 |
Exam Pattern Overview
| Stage | Subjects / Sections | No. of Questions | Total Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Preliminary (IT, Agri, HR, Marketing) | English, Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, Professional Knowledge | 100 | 125 | 80 minutes |
| Preliminary (Law, Rajbhasha) | English, Reasoning, General Awareness (Banking), Professional Knowledge | 100 | 125 | 80 minutes |
| Main (IT, Agri, HR, Marketing) | Objective (150 Q) + Descriptive (25 marks) | 150 (objective) | 225 (200 + 25) | 155 minutes |
| Main (Law, Rajbhasha) | Same structure, but Quantitative Aptitude replaced by General Awareness (Banking) | 150 (objective) | 225 (200 + 25) | 155 minutes |
Negative marking: –0.25 marks for each wrong answer in the objective sections. No penalty for unattempted questions.
How to Apply Online
- Visit the Official IBPS website (www.ibps.in) and click on the “CRP SPL” link on the homepage.
- Select “Click Here to Apply Online for CRP‑Specialist Officers (CRP SPL‑XVI)” to open the application portal.
- Click “New Registration”, fill in basic personal details, and generate a Provisional Registration Number and password.
- Log in using the provisional credentials and complete the full application form, selecting only one post.
- Upload the required documents: recent passport‑size photograph, signature, left thumb impression, handwritten declaration, and SSC/SSLC/10th certificate as per specifications.
- Capture and upload a live photograph via webcam or mobile phone (the system validates the image).
- Review all entered information carefully; after clicking “Complete Registration”, most fields cannot be edited except during the 2‑day edit window.
- Pay the applicable application fee (₹850 for General/OBC/EWS or ₹175 for SC/ST/PwBD) using any of the accepted online payment modes.
- Download and print the system‑generated application form and the e‑receipt for future reference.
Note: The entire process must be completed before the last date of 21 July 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. What is the last date to submit the online application for IBPS Specialist Officer 2026?
The online registration closes on 21 July 2026. Applications submitted after this date will not be considered.
Q2. How many total vacancies are available under IBPS CRP SPL‑XVI 2026?
There are 745 indicative vacancies spread across six specialist posts, with the highest number (301) for the IT Officer post.
Q3. What are the age limits and relaxations for this recruitment?
Candidates must be 20 to 30 years old as on 01‑07‑2026. Age relaxations are: SC/ST – 5 years, OBC (Non‑Creamy Layer) – 3 years, PwBD – 10 years, Ex‑Servicemen – 5 years.
Q4. What is the application fee structure for different categories?
The fee is ₹850 for General, OBC and EWS candidates, and ₹175 for SC, ST and PwBD candidates. The fee must be paid online during registration.
Q5. What are the three stages of the selection process?
The selection consists of: (1) Online Preliminary Examination, (2) Online Main Examination, and (3) a Common Interview. Final merit is based on an 80 % weightage to the Main Exam and 20 % to the Interview.
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