The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has released the official notification for the IBPS Specialist Officer (SO) Recruitment 2025 under the Common Recruitment Process (CRP SPL-XV). This recruitment drive aims to fill 1007 Specialist Officer vacancies across various public sector banks in India. Eligible candidates are invited to submit their applications online through the official IBPS portal. This article provides comprehensive details about the recruitment, including vacancy details, eligibility criteria, application process, exam dates, and more.
Overview of IBPS Specialist Officer Recruitment 2025
| Post Name | Specialist Officers (CRP SPL-XV) |
|---|---|
| Vacancies | 1007 |
| Organization | Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) |
| Apply Mode | Online |
| Application Fee | ₹850/- (General), ₹175/- (SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-Serviceman) |
| Start Date | 1st July 2025 |
| Last Date | 21st July 2025 |
Vacancy Details
Total Vacancies: 1007
| Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| IT Officer | 203 |
| Agricultural Field Officer | 310 |
| Rajbhasha Adhikari | 78 |
| Law Officer | 56 |
| HR/Personnel Officer | 10 |
| Marketing Officer | 350 |
| Grand Total | 1007 |
Eligibility Criteria for IBPS recruitment 2025
Age Limit (as of 01-07-2025)
- Minimum Age: 20 years
- Maximum Age: 30 years
- Age Relaxation:
- SC/ST: 5 years
- OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 years
- PwBD: 10 years
Educational Qualification
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| IT Officer (Scale-I) | 4-year Engineering/Technology Degree in Computer Science/Computer Applications/Information Technology/Electronics/Electronics & Telecommunications/Electronics & Communication/Electronics & Instrumentation OR Post Graduate Degree in the same fields OR Graduate with DOEACC ‘B’ level. |
| Agricultural Field Officer (Scale-I) | 4-year Degree 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/Fisheries Engineering. |
| Rajbhasha Adhikari (Scale-I) | Post Graduate Degree in Hindi with English as a subject at the degree level OR Post Graduate Degree in Sanskrit with English and Hindi as subjects at the degree level. |
| Law Officer (Scale-I) | 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 Diploma in Personnel Management/Industrial Relations/HR/HRD/Social Work/Labour Law. |
| Marketing Officer (Scale-I) | Graduate and Two Years Full-time MMS (Marketing)/MBA (Marketing)/PGDBA/PGDBM/PGPM/PGDM with specialization in Marketing. |
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Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | ₹175/- |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | ₹175/- |
| Persons with Disabilities (PwBD) | ₹175/- |
| Ex-Serviceman | ₹175/- |
| All Other Candidates | ₹850/- |
Payment Method: Online via Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI.
EXAMINATION CENTRES
Dibrugarh, Guwahati, Jorhat, Silchar, Tezpur
Selection Process
The IBPS SO Recruitment 2025 selection process consists of three stages:
- Preliminary Examination: A qualifying exam with objective-type questions. Candidates must secure the minimum cut-off marks in each section.
- Main Examination: Focuses on professional knowledge specific to the applied post. Marks obtained are considered for final merit.
- Interview: Conducted by participating banks and coordinated by the nodal bank. Final selection is based on Main Exam and Interview performance.
Preliminary Exam Pattern
| Post | Tests | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Law Officer & Rajbhasha Adhikari | English Language, Reasoning Ability, General Awareness with Special Reference to Banking Industry | 150 | 125 | 120 Minutes |
| IT, Agricultural, HR/Personnel, Marketing Officer | English Language, Reasoning Ability, Quantitative Aptitude | 150 | 125 | 120 Minutes |
Note: There is a negative marking of 1/4th (0.25) for each wrong answer.
Main Exam Pattern
| Post | Test | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Posts | Professional Knowledge | Varies | 60 | 45 Minutes |
| Rajbhasha Adhikari | Professional Knowledge (Objective & Descriptive) | Varies | 60 | 60 Minutes |
How to Apply for IBPS SO Recruitment 2025
Eligible candidates can apply online through the official IBPS Recruitment Portal by following these steps:
- Visit the Important Links section on the IBPS website.
- Click on “Online Application Form” and select “New User? Register Here” to complete the registration process.
- Log in using the provided credentials.
- Fill in all required personal and educational details and upload necessary documents (photograph, signature, and handwritten declaration).
- Pay the application fee as per your category.
- Submit the form and take a printout for future reference.
Important Dates of IBPS SO Recruitment 2025
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 1st July 2025 |
| Starting Date of Online Application | 1st July 2025 |
| Last Date of Online Application | 21st July 2025 |
| Prelims Admit Card Release | August 2025 |
| Prelims Exam Date | August 2025 |
| Prelims Result Declaration | September 2025 |
| Main Exam Admit Card Release | September/October 2025 |
| Main Exam Date | November 2025 |
| Main Result Declaration | November 2025 |
Important Links of IBPS Recruitment 2025
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Application Form | Click Here |
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Home Page | Click Here |
For more details, visit the official IBPS website at www.ibps.in.
🔍 FAQ – IBPS SO Recruitment 2025
❓ What is the last date to apply for IBPS SO 2025?
✅ The last date to apply online is 21st July 2025.
❓ How many vacancies are available in IBPS SO 2025?
✅ There are 1007 vacancies for Specialist Officers (IT, Agriculture, Law, HR, Marketing, etc.).
❓ What is the age limit for IBPS SO Recruitment?
✅ Minimum: 20 years, Maximum: 30 years (as of 01-07-2025).
- Age relaxation applies for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD candidates.
❓ What is the application fee for IBPS SO?
✅ SC/ST/PwBD: ₹175 | Others: ₹850
❓ What is the selection process for IBPS SO?
✅ Two-tier exam:
- Preliminary Exam (August 2025)
- Main Exam (November 2025)
- Interview (for shortlisted candidates)
