IBPS SO 2026: 745 Vacancies Out! Check Eligibility & Apply Online — 2026 Update

The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has officially released the Specialist Officer (SO) Notification 2026 for recruitment under CRP SPL-XVI. This recruitment drive aims to fill an indicative total of 745 vacancies for various Scale I posts across 11 Participating Banks. Online applications for these coveted positions commenced on 1st July 2026.

Quick Highlights

• Organization: Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS)
• Total Vacancies: 745 (Indicative)
• Application Dates: 01.07.2026 to 21.07.2026
• Application Mode: Online
• Selection Process: Preliminary Exam, Main Exam, Interview

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must meet specific age and educational qualification criteria as stipulated in the official notification. All eligibility parameters are assessed as of the crucial dates mentioned.

• Age Limit (as on 01.07.2026):
  • Minimum Age: 20 years
  • Maximum Age: 30 years
  • Candidates must have been born not earlier than 02.07.1996 and not later than 01.07.2006 (both dates inclusive).
• Age Relaxation:
  • Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribe (SC/ST): 5 years
  • Other categories will have age relaxation as per Government of India norms, detailed in the full notification.
• Educational Qualification (as on 21.07.2026):
  • IT Officer (Scale I): 4-year Engineering/Technology Degree in Computer Science, Computer Applications, Information Technology, Electronics, Electronics & Telecommunications, Electronics & Communication, Electronics & Instrumentation.
  • Agricultural Field Officer (Scale I): 4-year Degree (Graduation) in Agriculture, Horticulture, Animal Husbandry, Veterinary Science, Dairy Science, Fishery Science, Pisciculture, Agri. Marketing & Cooperation, Co-operation & Banking, Agro-Forestry, Forestry, Agricultural Biotechnology, Food Science, Agriculture Business Management, Food Technology, Dairy Technology, Agricultural Engineering, Sericulture.
  • Rajbhasha Adhikari (Scale I): Post Graduate Degree in Hindi with English as a subject at the Degree (Graduation) level; OR Post Graduate Degree in Sanskrit with English and Hindi as subjects at the Degree (Graduation) level.
  • Law Officer (Scale I): A Bachelor Degree in Law (LLB) and enrolled as an advocate with Bar Council.
  • HR/Personnel Officer (Scale I): Graduate and Two Years Full-time Post Graduate Degree or Two Years Full-time Post Graduate Diploma in Personnel Management / Industrial Relations / HR / HRD / Social Work / Labour Law.
  • Marketing Officer (Scale I): Graduate and Two Years Full-time MMS (Marketing) / Two Years Full-time MBA (Marketing) / Two Years Full-time PGDBA / PGDBM / PGPM / PGDM with specialization in Marketing.

Vacancy Details

A total of 745 indicative vacancies have been announced for Specialist Officers (Scale I) across 11 Participating Banks under CRP SPL-XVI. The post-wise distribution is as follows:

Note: These vacancies are indicative and subject to change based on the final requirements reported by the Participating Banks. Some banks have not reported vacancies for certain posts, which may be updated later.

Application Fee

The detailed application fee structure, including intimation charges for various categories, was not specified in the provided summary. Candidates are advised to refer to the comprehensive IBPS SO Notification 2026 PDF for exact fee amounts and payment instructions.

How to Apply Online

Eligible candidates can apply for the IBPS SO CRP SPL-XVI recruitment through the official IBPS online portal. The application window is active from July 1, 2026, to July 21, 2026. Follow these steps to complete your application:

1. Visit the official IBPS website: www.ibps.in.
2. Navigate to the "CRP Specialist Officers" section and click on "Click here to Apply Online for CRP-SPL-XVI".
3. Click on "Click here for New Registration" to register yourself.
4. Fill in the required personal details, contact information, and create a provisional registration number and password.
5. Log in using your provisional registration number and password to complete the detailed application form.
6. Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, left thumb impression, and a handwritten declaration as per the specified guidelines.
7. Proceed to the payment gateway to pay the application fees online using Debit Cards, Credit Cards, Internet Banking, IMPS, Cash Cards/ Mobile Wallets.
8. Review all entered details carefully before final submission. No changes will be allowed after final submission, except during the specified edit window.
9. Print the e-receipt and the submitted application form for your records.

The direct link for online application is: https://ibpsreg.ibps.in/crpspxvimy26/

Important Dates

The tentative schedule for the IBPS SO 2026 recruitment process is outlined below. Candidates should regularly check the official IBPS website for any updates or changes.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Q: What is the last date to apply for IBPS SO 2026?

  The last date for online registration and fee payment for IBPS SO CRP SPL-XVI is 21st July 2026.

• Q: How many vacancies are announced in the IBPS SO Notification 2026?

  An indicative total of 745 vacancies for various Specialist Officer Scale I posts have been announced across 11 Participating Banks.

• Q: What are the age criteria for IBPS SO 2026?

  Candidates must be between 20 and 30 years of age as on 01.07.2026. Age relaxation applies for reserved categories as per government norms.