IBPS Specialist Officer XVI Recruitment 2026 All Over India
IBPS has released the Specialist Officer (SO) XVI recruitment for 745 vacancies across public sector banks in India. Eligible candidates with the required professional qualifications can apply online from 2026-07-01 to 2026-07-21.
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IBPS SO XVI Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 745 Specialist Officer Posts
The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has announced the CRP SPL-XVI recruitment for Specialist Officer posts in participating public sector banks. This is a strong opportunity for candidates with professional degrees who want a secure banking career anywhere in India. The online application process is open from 2026-07-01 to 2026-07-21, and interested applicants should complete the form before the deadline.
Overview
| Recruiting Body | Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | CRP SPL-XVI (Specialist Officer) |
| Post Name | Specialist Officer (SO) XVI |
| Total Vacancies | 745 |
| Job Location | All Over India (Public Sector Banks) |
| Application Start Date | 2026-07-01 |
| Last Date to Apply | 2026-07-21 |
| Prelims Exam Date | 2026-08-01 |
| Mains Exam Date | 2026-11-01 |
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must be within the age limit of 20 to 30 years as on 2026-07-01. Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories as per government rules. The recruitment includes multiple specialist posts, and the educational qualification varies by post. Applicants should hold the exact qualification prescribed for the post they are applying for.
- IT Officer (Scale I): 4-year Engineering Degree in Computer Science / IT / Electronics or PG Degree in a related field or DOEACC 'B' Level.
- Agricultural Field Officer (AFO): Graduation Degree in Agriculture / Horticulture / Animal Husbandry / Dairy Science etc.
- Rajbhasha Adhikari (Scale I): PG Degree in Hindi with English as a subject at graduation level or PG in Sanskrit with Hindi and English as subjects at graduation.
- Law Officer (Scale I): Bachelor Degree in Law (LLB) and enrolled as an advocate with the Bar Council.
- HR / Personnel Officer: Graduate and two years full-time PG degree or diploma in Personnel Management / HR / Industrial Relations.
Important Dates
| Online Application Starts | 2026-07-01 |
|---|---|
| Last Date for Online Application | 2026-07-21 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 2026-07-21 |
| Prelims Admit Card | August 2026 |
| Prelims Exam | August 2026 |
| Mains Exam | November 2026 |
How to Apply for IBPS SO XVI Recruitment 2026
To apply online, candidates should first keep their photograph, signature, left thumb impression, and handwritten declaration ready in the required format. Then visit the official application link, register with a valid mobile number and email ID, and fill in all personal, academic, and post-related details carefully. After uploading the documents, pay the application fee online and submit the form. Finally, download and print the confirmation page for future reference.
Important Links
| Apply Online | Click Here |
|---|---|
| Download Official Notification | Download PDF |
| Admit Card | Admit Card |
| Results | Results |
| Answer Key | Answer Key |
| Syllabus | Syllabus |
| Official Website | www.ibps.in |
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