IBPS Specialist Officer XVI Recruitment 2026 All India
IBPS has released the Specialist Officer (SO) XVI recruitment for 745 vacancies across India in public sector banks. 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 public sector banks. This is a strong opportunity for candidates with professional and postgraduate qualifications who want to build a career in the banking sector across India. The online application process is open for 745 vacancies, and eligible applicants must submit their forms 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 |
| 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 |
| Official Website | www.ibps.in |
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must meet the prescribed age and educational qualification requirements for the respective Specialist Officer post. The minimum age is 20 years and the maximum age is 30 years as on 2026-07-01. Age relaxation is applicable as per government rules for reserved categories.
The post-wise educational qualifications mentioned in the notification include engineering degrees for IT Officer, graduation in agriculture-related disciplines for Agricultural Field Officer, postgraduate qualifications in Hindi or Sanskrit for Rajbhasha Adhikari, LLB for Law Officer, and graduate plus full-time postgraduate diploma/degree in HR or Personnel Management for HR/Personnel Officer.
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 for IBPS SO XVI 2026
Candidates should apply only through the official IBPS online portal. Before starting the form, keep scanned copies of the photograph, signature, left thumb impression, and handwritten declaration ready in the required format. Register with a valid mobile number and email ID, then complete the application form carefully with accurate personal, academic, and communication details.
After filling in the form, upload the required documents, pay the application fee online, and submit the application before the closing date. It is advisable to download and print the final submitted form and payment receipt for future reference.
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