Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has released the IBPS Specialist Officer (SO) XVI Recruitment 2026 notification for a total of 1,035 vacancies across various Specialist Officer posts.
Online application process started on 1 July 2026, and eligible candidates can submit the IBPS SO XVI Online Form 2026 until 26 July 2026 (extended from 21 July 2026 as per the official IBPS corrigendum dated 21 July 2026). The selection process will include the Preliminary Examination, Main Examination, and Interview. Candidates should check the eligibility criteria, age limit, application fee, vacancy details, and selection process before applying online.
IBPS SO XVI Specialist Officer Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) |
| Post Name | Specialist Officer |
| Total Vacancies | 1035 Posts |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Post Category | Latest Sarkari Jobs |
| Official Website | ibps.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start | 1 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 26 July 2026 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 26 July 2026 |
| Preliminary Examination | 1 August 2026 |
| Admit Card | Before Exam |
| Result | To Be Announced |
| Notification Release | 30 June 2026 |
| Exam Fee Payment Last Date | 26 July 2026 |
| Pre Exam Date | 1 August 2026 |
IBPS SO XVI Specialist Officer Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Total Post | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| IT Officer (Scale‑I) | 376 | 4‑year Engineering/Technology degree in IT or related fields, DOEACC B Level or relevant PG degree |
| Agricultural Field Officer (Scale‑I) | 370 | 4‑year Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture‑related streams |
| Rajbhasha Adhikari (Scale‑I) | 94 | Postgraduate degree in Hindi or Sanskrit with English as a subject |
| Law Officer (Scale‑I) | 125 | Bachelor’s degree in Law (LL.B.) and enrollment with Bar Council |
| HR/Personnel Officer (Scale‑I) | 60 | Graduation degree plus 2‑year PG Diploma/PG in HR, Personnel Management, etc. |
| Marketing Officer (Scale‑I) | 10 | Graduation degree plus 2‑year MMS/MBA/PGDM with Marketing specialization |
| Total | 1,035 |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General, OBC, EWS | ₹850 |
| SC, ST, PH | ₹175 |
Payment Mode: Online (Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, IMPS, Cash Card/Mobile Wallet)
Age Limit (As on 1 July 2026)
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 20 Years |
| Maximum Age | 30 Years |
| Age Relaxation | As per IBPS regulations |
Educational Qualification
Eligibility varies by post. IT Officer candidates need a 4‑year engineering/technology degree in IT or related fields, or a DOEACC B‑Level certification. Agricultural Field Officer posts require a 4‑year degree in agriculture‑related subjects. Rajbhasha Adhikari posts demand a postgraduate degree in Hindi or Sanskrit with English as a subject. Law Officer candidates must hold an LL.B. and be enrolled with the Bar Council. HR/Personnel Officer posts need a graduation degree plus a 2‑year postgraduate diploma in HR or related areas, while Marketing Officer posts require a graduation degree with a 2‑year MMS/MBA/PGDM specialization in Marketing.
Selection Process
- Prelims Written Exam
- Mains Written Exam
- Interview
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
Payment Modes for Application Fee
The fee can be paid online via Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, IMPS, or Cash Card/Mobile Wallet.
How to Apply for IBPS Specialist Officer Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official IBPS application portal at https://ibpsreg.ibps.in/crpspxvimy26/
- Click on the ‘Apply Now’ button and fill in the required personal and academic details
- Upload scanned copies of the required documents in the prescribed format
- Pay the application fee as per your category (₹850 for General/OBC/EWS, ₹175 for SC/ST/PH) using any of the online payment modes listed
- Review the entered information and submit the application before 26 July 2026
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IBPS Specialist Officer Recruitment 2026 FAQs
The IBPS SO XVI Recruitment 2026 offers 1,035 Specialist Officer posts across six categories.
The online application for IBPS SO XVI 2026 opens on 01 July 2026 and closes on 26 July 2026.
General, OBC and EWS candidates need to pay an application fee of ₹850 for the IBPS SO XVI 2026 recruitment.
Candidates must be between 20 and 30 years of age as on 01 July 2026, with relaxations as per IBPS rules.
A 4‑year Engineering/Technology degree in Computer Science, IT, Electronics or related fields, or a DOEACC B‑Level qualification, is required for the IT Officer post.
The selection consists of Prelims Written Exam, Mains Written Exam, Interview, Document Verification and Medical Examination.
Visit https://ibpsreg.ibps.in/crpspxvimy26/, fill the application form, upload documents, pay the fee and submit before 26 July 2026.