The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has released the official notification for the Common Recruitment Process for Specialist Officers (CRP SO/SPL-XVI) for the recruitment of Specialist Officers in participating public sector banks. The online registration process for these posts starts on 01 July 2026 and the last date to submit the application form is 21 July 2026.
This recruitment drive will fill vacancies in various specialized fields, including IT Officers, Agricultural Field Officers, Rajbhasha Adhikaris, Law Officers, HR/Personnel Officers, and Marketing Officers (Scale I). Candidates with the required professional or academic qualifications are eligible to apply. Detailed eligibility criteria, selection procedure, exam pattern, and other information are provided below.
IBPS SO XVI Recruitment 2026: Highlighted Details
A quick summary of the Specialist Officer CRP SPL-XVI Examination 2026 is provided below. Candidates are advised to read the full notification before applying online.
| Parameter / मापदंड | Information / विवरण |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body / भर्ती संस्था | Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) |
| Exam Name / परीक्षा का नाम | CRP SO/SPL-XVI Examination 2026 |
| Post Names / पदों के नाम | Specialist Officers (Scale I) |
| Total Vacancies / कुल रिक्तियां | Available Soon |
| Registration Mode / आवेदन का माध्यम | Online |
| Official Website / आधिकारिक वेबसाइट | www.ibps.in |
Important Dates & Application Fee
The key timelines and fees for the IBPS Specialist Officer recruitment are detailed in the tables below. Payment of fees must be completed online before the deadline.
| Event / कार्यक्रम | Date / तिथि |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date / आवेदन शुरू होने की तिथि | 01 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online / ऑनलाइन आवेदन की अंतिम तिथि | 21 July 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment / शुल्क भुगतान की अंतिम तिथि | 21 July 2026 |
| Preliminary Online Exam / प्रारंभिक परीक्षा तिथि | August 2026 |
| Pre Exam Admit Card / प्रवेश पत्र डाउनलोड | Before Exam |
| Mains Online Exam / मुख्य परीक्षा तिथि | Notify Later |
| Category / श्रेणी | Application Fee / आवेदन शुल्क |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS (सामान्य / ओबीसी / ईडब्ल्यूएस) | ₹ 850/- |
| SC / ST / PH (अनुसूचित जाति / अनुसूचित जनजाति / दिव्यांग) | ₹ 175/- |
Eligibility Criteria & Post-Wise Qualifications
Candidates applying for the IBPS SO XVI recruitment must check the post-specific eligibility criteria before filling out the form. The age limit is determined as on 01 July 2026. The minimum age required is 20 years, and the maximum age limit is 30 years. Age relaxation is applicable as per official norms.
| Post Name / पद का नाम | Educational Qualification / शैक्षिक योग्यता |
|---|---|
| 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 Electronics/ Electronics & Tele Communication/ Electronics & Communication/ Electronics & Instrumentation/ Computer Science/ Information Technology/ Computer Applications OR Graduate having passed DOEACC “B” level. |
| Agricultural Field Officer (Scale I) | 4-year Degree (graduation) in Agriculture/ Horticulture/ Animal Husbandry/ Veterinary Science/ Dairy Science/ Fishery Science/ Pisciculture/ Agri. Marketing & Co-operation/ Co-operation & Banking/ Agro-Forestry/ Forestry/ Agricultural Biotechnology/ Food Science/ Agriculture Business Management/ Food Technology/ Dairy Technology/ Agricultural Engineering/ Sericulture. |
| Rajbhasha Adhikari (Scale I) | Post Graduate Degree in Hindi with English as a subject at the degree (graduation) level OR Post Graduate degree in Sanskrit with English and Hindi as subjects at the degree (graduation) level. |
| Law Officer (Scale I) | A 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 Two Years Full time Post Graduate diploma in Personnel Management / Industrial Relations/ HR / HRD/ Social Work / Labour Law. |
| Marketing Officer (Scale I) | Graduate and Two Years Full time MMS (Marketing) / Two Years Full time MBA (Marketing) / Two Years Full time PGDBM / PGDBA / PGPM / PGDM with specialization in Marketing. |
Selection Process & Examination Scheme
The selection process for Specialist Officer posts in participating banks consists of a three-stage examination structure:
- Preliminary Examination: An online objective test consisting of three sections (English Language, Reasoning, and General Awareness/Quantitative Aptitude depending on the specific post).
- Main Examination: Candidates who qualify the prelims will appear for the mains exam, which tests professional knowledge relevant to the specific post.
- Interview Phase: Candidates qualifying the main exam will be called for a personal interview conducted by participating banks and coordinated by IBPS.
- Document Verification & Medical Exam: Final selection is subject to document verification and medical fitness.
How to Apply Online for IBPS SO XVI
Follow these steps to submit your application form online:
- Visit the official portal of the Institute of Banking Personnel Selection at www.ibps.in.
- Click on the link for “CRP Specialist Officers” on the home page and choose the link for CRP SO/SPL-XVI.
- Select “Click here for New Registration” to complete the basic registration and obtain your login credentials.
- Log in using your registration ID and password, and fill in all the required personal, educational, and communication details.
- Upload your recent passport-sized photograph, signature, left thumb impression, and a scanned copy of the handwritten declaration.
- Select bank preferences and verify all entries using the preview option.
- Pay the registration fee of ₹850 (₹175 for SC/ST/PH) using online options like credit/debit card, net banking, or wallets.
- Submit the form and print the confirmation page for your records.
Important Links for Candidates
| Useful Link / महत्वपूर्ण लिंक | Direct Link / सीधा लिंक |
|---|---|
| Apply Online (Starts 01 July 2026) / ऑनलाइन आवेदन करें | Apply Here |
| Download Official Notification / आधिकारिक अधिसूचना डाउनलोड करें | Download Notification |
| Official Website / आधिकारिक वेबसाइट | ibps.in |
