Overview of IBPS Specialist Officer Recruitment 2025
The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has officially released the IBPS SO 2025 Notification for the recruitment of Specialist Officers (SO) Scale-I under CRP SPL-XV. A total of 1007 vacancies have been announced across various posts in participating public sector banks. Interested candidates can apply online from 1st July to 21st July 2025.Those Candidates who has the eligibility criteria and interested to apply these Posts, they can read the notification and apply online. The Applicants can find the eligibility criteria and age limit, Syllabus, Selection process and Qualification Details as given below
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 30th June 2025 |
| Online Registration Begins | 1st July 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 21st July 2025 |
| Fee Payment Deadline | 21st July 2025 |
| Prelims Admit Card Release | August 2025 |
| Prelims Exam Date | 30th August 2025 |
| Mains Exam Date | 9th November 2025 |
Vacancy Details
Total Posts – 1007 Posts
| Post Name | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | UR | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Agriculture Field Officer | 46 | 23 | 82 | 31 | 128 | 310 |
| Marketing Officer | 52 | 26 | 94 | 35 | 143 | 350 |
| IT Officer | 30 | 14 | 53 | 20 | 86 | 203 |
| Law Officer | 07 | 03 | 14 | 05 | 27 | 56 |
| Rajbhasha Adhikari | 10 | 03 | 19 | 07 | 39 | 78 |
| HR/Personnel Officer | 01 | 00 | 02 | 01 | 06 | 10 |
| Total | 146 | 69 | 264 | 81 | 429 | 1007 |
The selected candidates will receive a competitive salary package commensurate with qualifications and experience.
IBPS Specialist Officer Recruitment 2025 – Application Fees
General / OBC / EWS Category – ₹850 + Payment Gateway Charges
SC/ST/PwBD/Women – ₹175 + Payment Gateway Charges
IBPS Specialist Officer Recruitment 2025- Educational Qualification Details
| Post Name | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|
| IT Officer | 4-year Engg Degree (CS/IT/EC/ET/Instru) OR PG in same streams OR DOEACC ‘B’ Level |
| Agriculture Field Officer | 4-year Degree in Agriculture/Horticulture/Animal Husbandry/Veterinary Science/Dairy Science/Fisheries/Agro-Forestry/Agri Marketing/Co-operation/Agri Engg |
| Rajbhasha Adhikari | PG in Hindi (with English at Graduation) OR PG in Sanskrit (with Hindi & English at Graduation) |
| Law Officer | LLB Degree & enrolled with Bar Council |
| HR/Personnel Officer | Graduate + Full-time PG Degree/Diploma in HR/Personnel Mgmt/IR/Labour Law/Social Work/HRD |
| Marketing Officer | Graduate + Full-time MMS (Marketing)/MBA (Marketing)/PGDBA/PGDBM (Marketing Specialization) |
IBPS Specialist Officer Recruitment 2025 – Age Limit
General / OBC / EWS as on 01.07.2025
| Post Name | Age Limit |
| Specialist Officer (SO) | Minimum – 20 Years Maximum – 30 Years |
Age relaxation as per govt norms
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 years |
| PWD (UR/EWS) | 10 years |
| PWD (OBC) | 13 years |
| PWD (SC/ST) | 15 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | Up to 10 years |
| 1984 Riot Victims | 5 years |
Exam Pattern
- Preliminary Exam
- For IT Officer, AFO, HR, and Marketing Officer:
| Section | No. of Qs | Marks | Medium |
|---|---|---|---|
| English Language | 50 | 25 | English |
| Reasoning Ability | 50 | 50 | English & Hindi |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 50 | 50 | English & Hindi |
| Total | 150 | 125 |
- For Law Officer & Rajbhasha Adhikari:
| Section | No. of Qs | Marks | Medium |
|---|---|---|---|
| English Language | 50 | 25 | English |
| Reasoning Ability | 50 | 50 | English & Hindi |
| General Awareness (Banking) | 50 | 50 | English & Hindi |
| Total | 150 | 125 |
- Duration: 120 minutes (40 mins/section)
- Negative Marking: 0.25 for each wrong answer
IBPS Specialist Officer Recruitment 2025 – Selection Process
- Preliminary Exam (Qualifying)
- Mains Exam (Professional Knowledge – Post-specific)
- Interview (Conducted by Participating Banks)
How to Apply
- Visit the official IBPS website – www.ibps.in
- Click on “CRP Specialist Officers” and then select “Apply Online for CRP SPL-XV”.
- Register as a new user by entering basic details. You’ll receive a provisional registration number and password.
- Log in using the credentials and fill out the online application form with personal, academic, and professional details.
- Upload required documents:
- Photograph
- Signature
- Left Thumb Impression
- Handwritten Declaration (in English)
- Pay the application fee online:
- ₹175 for SC/ST/PwBD
- ₹850 for General/OBC/others
- Submit the form and download
IBPS Specialist Officer Recruitment 2025 – Important Documents
At the time of interview/document verification, the following are required:
- Printout of application & call letter
- Photo identity proof (Aadhaar/PAN/Passport, etc.)
- Birth certificate / 10th certificate (as DOB proof)
- Final mark sheets and degree certificates
- Experience certificate(s)
- Caste/Non-creamy layer/EWS certificate (if applicable)
- PWD certificate (if applicable)
- NOC from employer (for Govt/PSU candidates)
- Proof of local language proficiency (10th/12th certificate or LPT clearance)
IBPS Specialist Officer Recruitment 2025 – Important Links
| Online Registration Start Date | 1st July 2025 | |||||
| Apply Online Close Date | 21st July 2025 | |||||
| DOWNLOAD NOTIFICATION | CLICK HERE | |||||
| Official Website | CLICK HERE | |||||
| Apply Online | Registration / Login | |||||
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the last date to apply for IBPS SO 2025?
The last date for applying IBPS SO 2025 is 21st July 2025
What is the age limit for IBPS Specialist Officer?
For IBPS Specialist officer, the maximum age limit is 30. but as per govt guidelines there is an age relaxation
What is the total number of vacancies in IBPS SO 2025?
A total of 1007 vacancies
Is there any negative marking in the IBPS SO exam?
Yes, 0.25 marks will be deducted for each wrong answer.
