IBPS SO XVI Recruitment 2026
The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has released the IBPS Specialist Officer (SO) CRP SPL-XVI Recruitment 2026 notification. The recruitment offers 1,035 Specialist Officer (SO) vacancies in various Public Sector Banks across India. The online application process started on 01 July 2026, and the last date to apply online is 21 July 2026. Candidates holding the required educational qualification for the respective specialist post can submit their application through the official IBPS portal.
IBPS SO XVI Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) |
| Recruitment Name | CRP SPL-XVI Recruitment 2026 |
| Post Name | Specialist Officer (SO) |
| Total Vacancies | 1,035 Posts |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | Across India |
| Registration Start Date | 01 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 21 July 2026 |
| Official Website | IBPS |
Important Links
| Description | Status |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Vacancy Increase Notice | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start | 01 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 21 July 2026 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 21 July 2026 |
| Preliminary Exam | August 2026 |
| Main Exam | November 2026 |
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Total Posts |
|---|---|
| Specialist Officer (SO) | 1,035 |
Specialist Officer Posts Include
- IT Officer
- Agriculture Field Officer
- Rajbhasha Adhikari
- Law Officer
- HR / Personnel Officer
- Marketing Officer
Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess the educational qualification prescribed for the respective Specialist Officer post.
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| IT Officer | B.E./B.Tech./Degree in Computer Science, IT or related field |
| Agriculture Field Officer | Degree in Agriculture or related discipline |
| Rajbhasha Adhikari | Post Graduate in Hindi with English as a subject |
| Law Officer | Bachelor Degree in Law (LLB) |
| HR/Personnel Officer | MBA/PGDM in HR or Personnel Management |
| Marketing Officer | MBA/PGDM in Marketing |
Age Limit
| Criteria | Age |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 20 Years |
| Maximum Age | 30 Years |
Age Relaxation: Applicable as per IBPS rules.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹850 |
| SC / ST / PwBD | ₹175 |
Selection Process
- Preliminary Examination
- Main Examination
- Interview
- Document Verification
- Final Merit List
Participating Banks
- Bank of Baroda
- Bank of India
- Bank of Maharashtra
- Canara Bank
- Central Bank of India
- Indian Overseas Bank
- Punjab National Bank
- Punjab & Sind Bank
- UCO Bank
- Union Bank of India
- Other Participating Public Sector Banks
Required Documents
- Passport Size Photograph
- Signature
- Educational Certificates
- Valid ID Proof (Aadhaar/PAN/Voter ID)
- Category Certificate (If Applicable)
- PwBD Certificate (If Applicable)
- Active Mobile Number
- Valid Email ID
How to Apply Online
- Visit the official IBPS website.
- Open the CRP SPL-XVI Recruitment 2026 link.
- Register using your mobile number and email ID.
- Fill the online application form carefully.
- Upload the required documents.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Submit the application form.
- Download and print the confirmation page.
Why Apply for IBPS SO XVI Recruitment 2026?
- 1,035 Specialist Officer vacancies
- Recruitment in leading Public Sector Banks
- Excellent salary and allowances
- Fast career growth opportunities
- Secure Central Government banking job
- Nationwide recruitment process
FAQs
Q1. What is the last date to apply for IBPS SO XVI Recruitment 2026?
Answer: 21 July 2026.
Q2. How many vacancies are available?
Answer: A total of 1,035 Specialist Officer posts.
Q3. What is the minimum educational qualification?
Answer: Candidates must possess the required qualification prescribed for the respective Specialist Officer post.
Q4. What is the age limit?
Answer: 20 to 30 years with age relaxation as per rules.
Q5. What is the selection process?
Answer: Preliminary Exam, Main Exam, Interview, Document Verification, and Final Merit List.