IBPS SO Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 745 Specialist Officer Posts

IBPS SO Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 745 Specialist Officer Posts

The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has announced the IBPS SO Recruitment 2026 Notification for the Common Recruitment Process (CRP SPL-XVI). This recruitment drive aims to fill 745 Specialist Officer (SO) vacancies in participating Public Sector Banks for the 2027–28 session.

Important Dates

• Notification Release: 30 June 2026
• Apply Online Starts: 01 July 2026
• Last Date to Apply: 21 July 2026
• Last Date for Fee Payment: 21 July 2026
• Preliminary Examination: August 2026
• Preliminary Result: September / October 2026
• Main Examination: November 2026
• Main Result: November 2026
• Interview: November / December 2026
• Provisional Allotment: January 2027

Application Fee

Vacancy Details & Educational Qualification

Age Limit (as on 01.07.2026)

• Minimum Age: 20 Years
• Maximum Age: 30 Years

Age relaxation will be provided as per government rules.

Selection Process

The selection process for IBPS SO Recruitment 2026 includes the following stages:

• Preliminary Examination
• Main Examination
• Interview
• Document Verification
• Final Merit List
• Provisional Allotment

How to Apply for IBPS SO Recruitment 2026

Interested and eligible candidates can apply online by following these steps:

1. Visit the official IBPS website (www.ibps.in).
2. Navigate to the CRP SPL-XVI Recruitment 2026 notification.
3. Register using a valid email ID and mobile number.
4. Fill out the online application form with all required details.
5. Upload scanned copies of necessary documents, photograph, and signature.
6. Pay the application fee as per your category.
7. Submit the application form and download the confirmation page for future reference.