The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has announced the IBPS Specialist Officer (SO) Recruitment 2025, which provides opportunities for various specialist roles in banking institutions. This recruitment drive aims to fill 1007 vacancies for posts such as IT Officer, Agriculture Field Officer (AFO), Rajbhasha Adhikari, Law Officer, HR/Personnel Officer and Marketing Officer (MO). The online registration process started on July 1, 2025 and will end on July 21, 2025 through the official IBPS website ibps.in. Candidates are advised to review the official notification thoroughly for detailed eligibility criteria, application procedure and other necessary information before applying.
| Important | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | July 1, 2025 |
| Application Start | July 1, 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | July 21, 2025 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | July 21, 2025 |
| Admit Card Release | Coming Soon |
| Exam Date | After Admit Card |
| Result Declaration | After Exam |
Application Fee for IBPS Specialist Officer SO Recruitment 2025
The application fee structure for IBPS Specialist Officer SO Recruitment 2025 varies based on the candidate’s category. Payment can be made online through credit/debit cards or net banking, or offline via E-Challan. Ensure timely payment of the application fee by July 21, 2025, to complete the registration process successfully.
| Category | Fee (₹) |
|---|---|
| General/OBC/EWS | ₹850 |
| SC/ST/PH | ₹175 |
Age Limit (As of August 1, 2025)
The age criteria for candidates applying for the IBPS Specialist Officer SO Recruitment 2025 are as follows. Age relaxations may apply as per government norms. Candidates should refer to the official notification for detailed information on age relaxations and other eligibility conditions.
- Minimum Age: 20 Years
- Maximum Age: 30 Years
Total Vacancies
The IBPS Specialist Officer SO Recruitment 2025 aims to fill a total of 1007 posts across various specialist officer roles. The distribution of vacancies is detailed in the eligibility and vacancy section below.
Eligibility and Vacancy Details
The eligibility criteria for each post under the IBPS Specialist Officer SO Recruitment 2025 are specific to the role’s requirements. Below is a detailed table outlining the post-wise vacancies and eligibility criteria.
| Post Name | Total Vacancies | Eligibility Criteria |
|---|---|---|
| IT Officer | 203 | Bachelor’s Degree with B Level Certificate OR Engineering Degree in Computer Science, Computer Applications, Information Technology, Electronics, Electronics & Telecommunications, Electronics & Communication, Electronics & Instrumentation OR Master’s Degree from a recognized university/board/institution in India. |
| Agriculture Field Officer (AFO) | 310 | Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering with Agriculture OR equivalent from a recognized university/board/institution in India. |
| Rajbhasha Adhikari | 78 | Master’s Degree in Hindi with English as a subject at the degree level OR Master’s Degree in Sanskrit with Hindi and English as subjects at the degree level OR equivalent from a recognized university/board/institution in India. |
| Law Officer | 56 | Bachelor’s Degree in Law (3-year or 5-year) and enrolled with the Bar Council OR equivalent from a recognized university/board/institution in India. |
| HR/Personnel Officer | 10 | Master’s Degree/PG Diploma in Personnel Management, Industrial Relations, HR, HRD, Social Work, or Labour Law OR equivalent from a recognized university/board/institution in India. |
| Marketing Officer (MO) | 350 | Master’s Degree/PG Diploma in Marketing, PGDBA, PGDBM, PGPM, or PGDM OR equivalent from a recognized university/board/institution in India. |
Salary Structure IBPS Specialist Officer SO Recruitment 2025
The salary for IBPS Specialist Officer SO positions is competitive and includes various allowances as per government norms. The pay scale and allowances are as follows. The pay scale starts at ₹48,480 and progresses with annual increments up to ₹85,920, offering a lucrative career path for successful candidates.
| Allowance | Details |
|---|---|
| Pay Scale | ₹48,480 – ₹85,920 (with increments) |
| Other Allowances | As per Government Norms |
How to Apply Online IBPS Specialist Officer SO Recruitment 2025
Applying for the IBPS Specialist Officer SO Recruitment 2025 is a straightforward process. Follow these steps to complete the online application:
- Visit the official IBPS website (ibps.in) and review the IBPS Specialist Officer SO Notification 2025 PDF.
- Click on the “Apply Online” link provided on the website.
- Fill out the IBPS Specialist Officer SO Online Application Form 2025 with accurate details.
- Upload the required documents, such as educational certificates and photographs.
- Pay the application fee through the available payment modes (online or offline).
- Submit the form and print a copy of the application for future reference.
Important Links
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Login | Click Here |
| Download Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Homepage | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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July 1, 2025.
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