IBPS SO Notification 2025: Check Eligibility & Apply For 1007 Posts

IBPS SO Notification 2025 was issued by the Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) on 1 July 2025. Online applications are being accepted for the Common Recruitment Process (CRP) to recruit and select candidates for Specialist Officer positions. Interested and eligible candidates can submit their online application by visiting the official website of IBPS from 1 to 21 July 2025. Candidates are advised to submit their IBPS SO Application 2025 within the stipulated time or well before the deadline to avoid last-minute technical difficulties. 

IBPS CRP SPL-XV 2025 Recruitment is being conducted for the 1007 vacancies of specialist officers in the Participating Public Sector Banks. To get selected for the IBPS SO Recruitment 2025, candidates need to clear the three different stages i.e. Online Preliminary examination,  Online Main examination and Personality Test. Scroll down this page to get updates on IBPS SO Recruitment 2025.

IBPS SO Recruitment 2025  

The IBPS SO Notification 2025 has been released, providing complete details about the IBPS Specialist Officer Recruitment 2025. It includes vital information that candidates must review before applying for the IT Officer (Scale I), Agricultural Field Officer (Scale I), Rajbhasha Adhikari (Scale I), Law Officer (Scale I), HR/Personnel Officer (Scale I), and Marketing Officer (Scale I) positions. The IBPS SO Notification outlines the eligibility criteria, application procedure, number of vacancies, salary structure, exam pattern, syllabus, and more.

IBPS SO Exam 2025: Overview

IBPS SO Notification 2025 is out and candidates should carefully check the IBPS SO Notification. Candidates are advised to have a look at the below table for a quick overview of the IBPS SO Recruitment 2025:-

IBPS SO Important Dates 2025

IBPS SO Exam Date 2025 has not yet been announced by the IBPS. Candidates should mark August 2025 for the IBPS SO Prelims 2025 and start their preparation. In the below table we are providing all the important dates related to the IBPS SO Exam 2025:-

IBPS SO 2025 Recruitment: Important Links

IBPS SO Application 2025 Link is activated now and candidates can fill out their online application till 21 July 2025. In case you are facing any trouble in submitting the application form, you can click on the links provided below:-

IBPS SO 2025 Vacancy

IBPS SO Vacancy 2025 has been announced by the IBPS. A total of 1007 vacancies are announced this year for the IBPS SO Recruitment 2025. In the below table we are providing post-wise vacancy details for your reference:-

IBPS SO Eligibility Criteria 2025 

Prospective applicants for CRP SPL-XV must verify their compliance with the specified minimum eligibility criteria outlined by IBPS. The IBPS SO Eligibility Criteria commonly includes requirements related to nationality, age limits, educational qualifications, and other essential criteria. Below, we are detailing the IBPS SO 2025 Eligibility Criteria:-

Nationality

An eligible candidate must fall into one of the following categories:

(i) A citizen of India

(ii) A subject of Nepal

(iii) A subject of Bhutan

(iv) A Tibetan refugee who arrived in India before 1 January 1962 with the intent of settling permanently

(v) A person of Indian origin who migrated from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Zambia, Malawi, Zaire, Ethiopia, or Vietnam with the intention of permanent settlement in India. 

Note: However, individuals falling under categories (ii), (iii), (iv), and (v) must possess a Government of India-issued certificate of eligibility.

Age Limit and Relaxation

Applicants should fall within the age of 20 to 30 years, meaning they must have been born between 02.08.1994 and 01.08.2004 (inclusive). Specific categories are eligible for age relaxations, detailed as follows:

Educational Qualification

IBPS Specialist Officer Application Process

IBPS SO Application Form was available online from 1 to 21 July 2025. Here we are providing step-by-step guidance to apply online for the IBPS SO Recruitment 2025:-

1. Visit the official website of the IBPS. 
2. Click on the "NEW REGISTRATION" button located at the top-right corner of the homepage.
3. Begin by entering basic details such as name, contact number, email ID, address, etc. Then, click on "save and next."
4. Upload a passport-sized photograph and a clear signature in the specified format. The photograph should be 4.5 cm * 3.5 cm, with file sizes between 20 KB to 50 KB. Signatures should be between 10 KB and 20 KB.
5. Enter your academic and professional qualifications. After filling in the details, click "save and next."
6. Preview your application form, as no further changes will be allowed after this step. Once reviewed, click "save and next."
7. Make the payment for your application fee using the online payment options—Credit Card/Debit Card/Net Banking.
8. Click on the "Final Submit" button. Your application will be successfully submitted. IBPS will send you an email and text message with your registration ID and password for further login to the official website.

Application Fees 

To finalize their application, candidates are required to submit the application fee. The Application Fees/Intimation Charges are payable from 01.08.2025 to 28.08.2025 (only through online payment), covering both dates. Bank transaction charges for online payment of application fees and intimation charges are the candidate's responsibility. The application fee is tabulated below:

IBPS SO 2025 Selection Process

IBPS SO Selection Process is detailed through IBPS SO Notification The IBPS Specialist Officers (SO) selection process will be conducted in two tiers: Online Preliminary Examination and Online Main Examination. To check the detailed IBPS SO Selection Process have a look at the below points:-

1. Online Preliminary Examination: Candidates must first qualify the Online Preliminary Examination to be shortlisted for the next phase.
2. Online Main Examination: Shortlisted candidates from the Preliminary Examination will advance to the Online Main Examination.
3. Common Interview: Those who qualify the Online Main Examination will be invited to a Common Interview, conducted by the Participating Banks and coordinated by the Nodal Bank.
4. Provisional Allotment: Based on the actual vacancies reported for the financial year 2025-26, considering the business needs of the Participating Banks and in accordance with government reservation policies and administrative convenience, candidates will be assigned to one of the Participating Banks on a provisional basis.

IBPS SO Exam Pattern

Before appearing for the IBPS SO Exam 2025, candidates must be familiar with the IBPS SO Exam Pattern. Here we are providing a detailed examination pattern for prelims and mains:

IBPS SO 2025 Preliminary Exam Pattern

• The Prelim Exam is qualifying in nature.
• The exam will be conducted online with 150 questions.
• Candidates are required to respond to all questions within a time limit of 120 minutes.

IBPS SO Main Exam Pattern 2025

IBPS Specialist Officer Exam Syllabus 2025

The IBPS SO 2025 exam has distinct syllabi for Rajbhasha Adhikari and other Specialist Officers, tailored for Preliminary and Mains Exams. Candidates must review the syllabus for IBPS SO 2025 here:-

IBPS SO 2025 Admit Card

The IBPS SO Admit Card 2025 will be available a few days before the IBPS SO Exam. Candidates can download their IBPS SO Hall Ticket 2025 from the official IBPS website by following these steps:

1. Visit the official IBPS website.
2. Click on the "CRP Specialist Officer" tab on the homepage.
3. Find the section titled "Common Recruitment Process for Specialist Officer XV." 
4. Click on "Online Preliminary/Main Exam Call Letter for CRP SPL-XV." 
5. Enter your IBPS Registration Number or Roll Number along with your Password or Date of Birth. 
6. Your IBPS SO 2025 exam admit card will then be displayed on the screen.
7. Download the admit card, and make sure to save a digital copy and print a hard copy for your records.

IBPS SO Answer Key 2025

IBPS Specialist Officer Answer Key 2025 will be uploaded on the official website of the ibps once the exam is successfully completed. Candidates will get the opportunity to submit their objections against the answer key. Once the IBPS SO Answer Key 2025 is uploaded, we will update the direct link to download the answer key here:

IBPS SO Answer Key 2025 Link (Inactive)

IBPS Specialist Officer Result 2025

Following the successful completion of each exam phase, the IBPS SO Result 2025 will be disclosed. The final merit list is created based on the combined scores from the main exam and the interview phase. The Prelims stage serves as a qualification stage, shortlisting candidates for the Mains Exam. Rankings in the merit list are arranged in descending order of candidates' obtained marks. Those securing a place on the merit list will receive an appointment letter from the Bank of their preference.

IBPS SO Cut-off Marks 2025

IBPS SO cut-off marks will be published along with the results of IBPS SO posts. Candidates need a minimum score in the online Main Examination and high scores for interview shortlisting. Cut-offs are based on vacancy numbers, determining interviews. Until after the interview process, Main exam scores won't be disclosed to shortlisted candidates. IBPS's decisions in shortlisting and interview calls are final for common interviews and provisional allotment.

IBPS SO Salary 2025

The salary offered by IBPS SO serves as a significant incentive for candidates pursuing a career in the banking sector, alongside the promise of job security and attractive perks. The IBPS SO Basic Pay stands at Rs 23,700/-, while the in-hand salary typically ranges from Rs 38,000/- to Rs 39,000/-. Being a Specialist Officer role commands great respect and requires specialized qualifications across six distinct positions.