IBPS has released notification for Specialist Officer (SO) recruitment in July 2025 with 1,007 vacancies. Registration is open from 1 July to 28 July 2025. The Prelims are scheduled for 30 August 2025, and the Mains exam will be held on 9 November 2025.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Registration Start | 1 July 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 28 July 2025 |
| Prelims Exam | 30 August 2025 |
| Mains Exam | 9 November 2025 |
| Admit Card Release | About 10–15 days before each exam |
Vacancy Details
Total vacancies: 1,007 Specialist Officer posts in roles like IT, Agriculture, Marketing, HR, Law Officer, and Rajbhasha Adhikari.
Eligibility
- Age: 20 to 30 years as of 1 July 2025, with relaxation for reserved categories.
- Educational qualification depends on the specific post:
- IT Officer: B.E./B.Tech in CS/IT/ECE or equivalent.
- Agriculture Field Officer: Degree in Agriculture or related field.
- Rajbhasha Adhikari: Postgraduate degree in Hindi or Sanskrit.
- Law Officer: Bachelor of Laws (LLB).
- HR/Personnel Officer: Graduate with HR/Management qualifications.
- Marketing Officer: MBA/MMS or equivalent.
Salary & Perks
Basic salary: ₹48,480 to ₹85,920. In-hand pay is around ₹60,000 to ₹65,000 including allowances like HRA, DA, and CCA.
Application Process
- Visit the IBPS website: ibps.in
- Open the “CRP SPL-XV” Specialist Officer notification.
- Register and fill in the form with required details.
- Upload photo, signature, and relevant certificates.
- Pay the application fee (₹850 for General/OBC/EWS, ₹175 for SC/ST/PwD).
- Submit and print a copy of the application for your record.
Admit Card
- Available before Prelims, Mains, and Interview stages.
- Download by logging in with your registration number and date of birth.
- Carry a printed copy and a valid photo ID to the exam centre.
Selection Process
- Prelims: Screening stage.
- Mains: Objective + descriptive paper.
- Interview: Final stage for qualified candidates.
Important Links
| Link Name | URL |
|---|---|
| Official Website | https://ibps.in |
| Apply Online | Click here |
| Homepage | Click here |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. When is the IBPS SO Prelims exam?
The Prelims exam will be held on 30 August 2025.
2. How many vacancies are there?
There are a total of 1,007 Specialist Officer positions.
3. What is the age limit?
Candidates must be between 20 and 30 years old as of 1 July 2025.
4. What is the salary for IBPS SO?
Basic pay ranges from ₹48,480 to ₹85,920. In-hand salary is approximately ₹60,000–₹65,000 with allowances.
5. How do I apply?
Visit ibps.in, register for CRP SPL-XV, fill out the form, upload documents, pay fee, and submit.
6. When are the Mains exam dates?
The Mains exam is scheduled for 9 November 2025.
