IBPS Specialist Officer XVI Recruitment 2026 All Over India

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 to build a stable banking career across India. The online application window is open from 2026-07-01 to 2026-07-21, and applicants should complete the form before the deadline to avoid rejection.

Overview

Eligibility Criteria

The age limit for IBPS SO XVI is 20 to 30 years as on 2026-07-01, with relaxation applicable as per government rules for reserved categories. Educational qualification varies by post. Candidates may apply for IT Officer, Agricultural Field Officer, Rajbhasha Adhikari, Law Officer, or HR/Personnel Officer only if they hold the exact qualification prescribed in the notification.

• IT Officer: 4-year Engineering Degree in Computer Science / IT / Electronics, or PG Degree in a related field, or DOEACC 'B' Level.
• Agricultural Field Officer: 4-year Graduation Degree in Agriculture / Horticulture / Animal Husbandry / Dairy Science etc.
• Rajbhasha Adhikari: 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: Bachelor Degree in Law (LLB) and enrolment as an advocate with the Bar Council.
• HR / Personnel Officer: Graduate degree and two years full-time PG degree or diploma in Personnel Management / HR / Industrial Relations.

Important Dates

• Online Application Start Date: 2026-07-01
• Last Date to Apply Online: 2026-07-21
• Last Date for Fee Payment: 2026-07-21
• Prelims Admit Card: August 2026
• Prelims Exam Date: August 2026
• Mains Exam Date: November 2026

How to Apply

Interested candidates should apply only through the official IBPS online portal. Before starting the registration process, keep your photograph, signature, left thumb impression, and handwritten declaration ready in the required format. After registration, fill in personal details, educational qualifications, and exam preferences carefully, upload the documents, pay the fee online, and save the final confirmation page for future reference.

1. Visit the official IBPS application link.
2. Register with a valid mobile number and email ID.
3. Complete the application form with accurate details.
4. Upload the required scanned documents.
5. Pay the application fee online before 2026-07-21.
6. Download and print the submitted application form.

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