Good news for all banking job aspirants! The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has released the IBPS SO Notification 2025 for the recruitment of Specialist Officers (CRP SPL-XV) for 1000+ vacancies. This is a great opportunity for candidates with specialized qualifications in fields such as IT, Law, Agriculture, HR, and Marketing to secure a Scale-I Officer position in top public sector banks in India.
The notification includes all important details like how to apply, eligibility, post-wise vacancies, exam pattern, and important dates. In this article, you will find everything you need to know about the IBPS SO 2025 recruitment. Make sure to read till the end so you don’t miss any important updates!
- IBPS SO 2025: Quick Overview
- IBPS SO Notification 2025 – Important Dates
- IBPS SO Vacancy 2025 (Post-wise)
- IBPS SO 2025 Eligibility Criteria
- Educational Qualifications (as on 21 July 2025)
- IBPS SO Notification 2025 – Application Fee
- IBPS SO 2025 Exam Pattern
- IBPS SO Salary
- How to Apply for the IBPS SO Recruitment 2025?
- Important Links
- Final Thoughts
IBPS SO 2025: Quick Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | IBPS Common Recruitment Process (CRP) Specialist Officer XV |
| Conducting Body | Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) |
| Posts | IT Officer, Agricultural Field Officer, Rajbhasha Adhikari, Law Officer, HR/Personnel Officer, Marketing Officer (all Scale I) |
| Total Vacancies (Indicative) | 1013+ |
| Application Period | 01-July-2025 to 21-July-2025 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Selection Process | Prelims -> Mains -> Interview |
| Official Website | www.ibps.in |
IBPS SO Notification 2025 – Important Dates
IBPS has announced a tentative schedule for the entire CRP SPL-XV process. Mark these dates on your calendar to stay ahead in your preparation.
| Activity | Tentative Schedule |
|---|---|
| Online Registration Starts | 01-July-2025 |
| Online Registration Ends | 21-July-2025 |
| Payment of Application Fees | 01-July-2025 to 21-July-2025 |
| Online Exam – Prelims | August 2025 |
| Result of Prelims | September 2025 |
| Online Exam – Main | November 2025 |
| Main Exam Result | November 2025 |
| Conduct of Interview | December 2025 / January 2026 |
| Provisional Allotment | January / February 2026 |
IBPS SO Vacancy 2025 (Post-wise)
The notification has provided an indicative list of vacancies for each Specialist Officer post. The Punjab National Bank has reported a significant number of vacancies, particularly for Marketing and Agricultural Field Officers.
| Sr. No. | Post | Total Indicative Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | IT Officer (Scale I) | 203 |
| 2 | Agricultural Field Officer (Scale I) | 310 |
| 3 | Rajbhasha Adhikari (Scale I) | 78 |
| 4 | Law Officer (Scale I) | 56 |
| 5 | HR/Personnel Officer (Scale I) | 10 |
| 6 | Marketing Officer (Scale I) | 350 |
| Total | 1007 (Some banks have NR, so this may increase) |
IBPS SO 2025 Eligibility Criteria
Before applying, it is crucial to ensure you meet the eligibility criteria as of 21 July 2025 for educational qualifications and 01 July 2025 for the age limit.
Age Limit (as on 01 July 2025)
Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories as per the government norms:
Educational Qualifications (as on 21 July 2025)
| Post | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|
| IT Officer (Scale I) | 4-year Engineering/Technology Degree in Computer Science/ IT/ Electronics/ ECE/ E&I OR a Post Graduate Degree in a relevant field OR a Graduate having passed DOEACC ‘B’ level. |
| Agricultural Field Officer (Scale I) | 4-year Degree (graduation) in Agriculture/ Horticulture/ Animal Husbandry/ Veterinary Science/ Dairy Science/ Fishery Science/ or related fields. |
| Rajbhasha Adhikari (Scale I) | Post Graduate Degree in Hindi with English as a subject at the degree level OR Post Graduate degree in Sanskrit with English and Hindi as subjects at the degree level. |
| Law Officer (Scale I) | A Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LLB) and enrolled as an advocate with the Bar Council. |
| HR/Personnel Officer (Scale I) | Graduate and Two Years Full-time Post Graduate degree or Two Years Full-time PG diploma in Personnel Management / Industrial Relations/ HR / HRD/ Social Work / Labour Law. |
| Marketing Officer (Scale I) | Graduate and Two Years Full-time MMS (Marketing)/ MBA (Marketing)/ Two Years Full-time PGDBA / PGDBM/ PGPM/ PGDM with specialization in Marketing. |
IBPS SO Notification 2025 – Application Fee
The application fee must be paid online between July 1 and July 21, 2025.
IBPS SO 2025 Exam Pattern
The selection process involves a Preliminary Exam, a Main Exam, and an Interview. The Preliminary exam is qualifying in nature, and its pattern differs slightly based on the post.
Preliminary Exam Pattern
For Law Officer & Rajbhasha Adhikari:
| Section | No. of Questions | Max. Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| English Language | 50 | 25 | 40 Mins |
| Reasoning | 50 | 50 | 40 Mins |
| General Awareness (Banking) | 50 | 50 | 40 Mins |
| Total | 150 | 125 | 2 Hrs |
For IT, Agriculture, HR/Personnel & Marketing Officer:
| Section | No. of Questions | Max. Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| English Language | 50 | 25 | 40 Mins |
| Reasoning | 50 | 50 | 40 Mins |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 50 | 50 | 40 Mins |
| Total | 150 | 125 | 2 Hrs |
Main Exam Pattern
Marks from the Main Exam will be considered for shortlisting for the interview and for the final merit list.
For Law, IT, Agriculture, HR/Personnel & Marketing Officer:
| Section | No. of Questions | Max. Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Professional Knowledge | 60 | 60 | 45 Mins |
For Rajbhasha Adhikari:
| Section | No. of Questions | Max. Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Professional Knowledge (Objective) | 45 | 60 | 30 Mins |
| Professional Knowledge (Descriptive) | 2 | 30 Mins |
IBPS SO Salary
As a newly appointed IBPS Specialist Officer (Scale I), you will start with a basic pay of ₹48,480. Including key allowances like Dearness Allowance (DA), HRA, and Special Allowance, the total gross monthly salary ranges from ₹84,000 to ₹85,000 (before deductions), making it a financially rewarding and secure career.
How to Apply for the IBPS SO Recruitment 2025?
Follow these simple steps to complete your online application:
- Visit the official IBPS website: www.ibps.in.
- On the homepage, click on the link “CRP Specialist Officers”.
- Select the option “CLICK HERE TO APPLY ONLINE FOR CRP- SPECIALIST OFFICERS (CRP SPL-XV)”.
- Click on “CLICK HERE FOR NEW REGISTRATION” and enter your basic information.
- Log in using the generated registration number and password.
- Fill in the detailed application form and upload your photograph, signature, thumb impression, and handwritten declaration as per the specified format.
- Proceed to pay the application fee online.
- Verify all details and click on “FINAL SUBMIT”.
- Download and print a copy of the completed application form for future reference.
Important Links
| Official IBPS SO Notification 2025 PDF | Download Notification |
| Professional Knowledge (Descriptive) | Click Here to Apply |
| IBPS Official Website | www.ibps.in |
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| Join our Telegram Group for study notes and resources | Join Telegram Group |
Final Thoughts
The IBPS SO Notification 2025 is a great chance for students and professionals with special qualifications to get a government job as a Specialist Officer in top public sector banks. With 1000+ vacancies, this is a big opportunity to start a stable and respected career.
If you are eligible, don’t miss this chance. Start your preparation now and apply before the last date. For all updates, study tips, and exam news, keep visiting GovtJobSutra regularly.
