π IBPS SO Recruitment 2025 β Apply Now | Eligibility, Last Date
π Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has released the much-awaited CRP SPL-XV notification for the recruitment of Specialist Officers (SO) in various Public Sector Banks for the financial year 2026β27. This is a golden opportunity for graduates and postgraduates in specialized fields to secure a prestigious Banking Job in India.
Read below for full details on IBPS SO Recruitment 2025, including eligibility, exam pattern, application process, syllabus, and important dates. β
π Quick Summary
- β Organization: Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS)
 - β Post Name: Specialist Officer (SO)
 - β Total Vacancies: 1007 (tentative & indicative)
 - β Salary: βΉ48,480 β βΉ85,920 + allowances
 - β Job Location: All India
 - β Job Type: Full-Time, Government Job
 - β Last Date to Apply: 21/07/2025
 

π Job Details at a Glance
| ποΈ Category | π Details | 
|---|---|
| β π¦ Organization | IBPS | 
| β πͺͺ Post Name | Specialist Officer (Scale I) | 
| β π Total Vacancies | 1007 (Indicative) | 
| β π° Salary Range | βΉ48,480 β βΉ85,920 (Basic Pay) | 
| β π€ Job Location | Across India | 
| β β³ Experience | Freshers & Experienced | 
| β π Qualification | Graduate / Postgraduate in relevant field | 
| β βοΈ Age Limit | 20β30 Years (Relaxation applicable) | 
| β π» Application Mode | Online | 
| β π Selection Process | Prelims + Mains + Interview | 
| β β° Last Date | 21/07/2025 | 
π§Ύ Eligibility Criteria for IBPS SO Recruitment 2025
π IBPS SO Educational Qualification
Depending on the post, candidates must have:
- IT Officer: Engineering Degree (CS/IT/ECE etc.) OR PG in CS/IT/Electronics OR DOEACC βBβ Level.
 - Agricultural Field Officer: 4-year Degree in Agriculture or Allied Fields.
 - Rajbhasha Adhikari: PG in Hindi with English at Graduation level OR PG in Sanskrit with Hindi & English at Graduation level.
 - Law Officer: Bachelorβs Degree in Law (LLB) & enrolled as an advocate.
 - HR/Personnel Officer: Graduate + 2-year PG/PG Diploma in HR/IR/Personnel/Labour Law.
 - Marketing Officer: Graduate + 2-year MBA/MMS/PGDBM in Marketing.
 
π Final result of qualification must be declared before 21.07.2025.
π IBPS SO Age Limit & Relaxation (As on 01.07.2025)
- πΉ General/EWS: 20 to 30 years
 - πΉ OBC (Non-Creamy): +3 years
 - πΉ SC/ST: +5 years
 - πΉ PwBD: +10 years
 - πΉ Ex-Servicemen: +5 years
 
π Experience
- Most posts are open to freshers.
 - Law Officer may require enrollment with Bar Council.
 - Experience considered if specified by banks at final appointment.
 
π° IBPS SO Salary & Benefits
- β Basic Pay: βΉ48,480 β βΉ85,920
 - β Grade Pay & DA: As per bank rules
 - β Allowances: HRA, CCA, Medical, Pension, Special Pay
 - β Other Benefits: Job stability, promotion opportunities, paid leave
 
π IBPS SO Notification Important Dates
| π Event | π Date | 
|---|---|
| Application Start | 01/07/2025 | 
| Last Date to Apply | 21/07/2025 | 
| Preliminary Exam | August 2025 | 
| Main Exam | November 2025 | 
| Interview | December 2025 / January 2026 | 
| Provisional Allotment | JanuaryβFebruary 2026 | 
π How to Apply for IBPS SO Recruitment 2025
π» Follow these steps to apply online:
- Visit https://ibps.in
 - Click on βCRP Specialist Officers (CRP-SPL-XV)β
 - Register with your basic details
 - Upload required documents:
- Photo, Signature, Left Thumb Impression
 - Handwritten Declaration
 - Educational Certificates
 
 - Pay Fee Online: βΉ850/- (Gen/OBC) or βΉ175/- (SC/ST/PwBD)
 - Submit application & save confirmation
 
π Deadline: 21 July 2025
Click Here for official details on Online Apply Procedure.

π IBPS SO 2025 Indicative Syllabus
π§ Preliminary Exam
For IT, AFO, HR, Marketing:
- Reasoning β 50 Q (50 M)
 - Quantitative Aptitude β 50 Q (50 M)
 - English β 50 Q (25 M)
 
For Law & Rajbhasha:
- Reasoning β 50 Q (50 M)
 - English β 50 Q (25 M)
 - General Awareness (Banking) β 50 Q (50 M)
 
π Mains Exam (Post-specific Professional Knowledge)
- IT / AFO / HR / Law / Marketing: 60 Q (60 M)
 - Rajbhasha: Objective (45 Q) + Descriptive (2 Q)
 
β Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. What is the last date to apply for IBPS SO 2025?
β Ans: 21st July 2025
Q2. Is there any application fee?
β Ans: βΉ850 for Gen/OBC, βΉ175 for SC/ST/PwBD
Q3. Can final year students apply?
β Ans: Yes, if they can produce proof of passing by 21.07.2025
Q4. Will there be an interview?
β Ans: Yes, after the Mains exam
Q5. Can I apply for multiple posts?
β Ans: No, only one post allowed
Click Here for more FAQ issued at official portal of IBPS.
βοΈ Final Note:
This is one of the most prestigious and competitive bank recruitment drives in India. If you’re aiming for a career as a Specialist Officer in IBPS, this is your chance. Stay focused, prepare well, and grab this opportunity.
πImportant Links for IBPS SO Vacancy 2025:
| Description | Link | 
|---|---|
| πDirect Link to Apply Online | Apply Now | 
| πOfficial Notification | β¬οΈDownload PDF | 
| πOfficial Website | Click Here | 
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