Institute of Banking Personnel Selection Recruitment 2026
IBPS SO XVI Recruitment Recruitment 2026
Short Details of Notification
Important Dates
- Application Start Date: 01 July 2026
- Registration Last Date : 21 July 2026
- Pay Exam Fee Last Date : 21 July 2026
- Pre Exam Date : August 2026
- Pre Exam Admit Card : Before Exam
Application Fee
- General, OBC, EWS : Rs 850/-
- SC, ST, PH : Rs 175/-
Pay the Examination Fee Through: UPI, Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking.
Institute of Banking Personnel Selection Specialist Officer XVI Recruitment 2026: Age Limit Details As On 01/07/2026
- Minimum Age : 20 Years
- Maximum Age : 30 Years
- Age Relaxation: As per IBPS SO XVI Recruitment Rules.
Eligibility Details: Total Vacancies – 745
| Post Name | Total Post | Eligibility Criteria |
|---|---|---|
| IT Officer (Scale-I) | 301 | 4-year Engineering/Technology degree in CS, IT, Electronics, ECE, EEE or related fields OR PG in relevant discipline OR DOEACC ‘B’ Level |
| Agricultural Field Officer (Scale-I) | 190 | Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture / Horticulture / Veterinary Science / Dairy Science / Fisheries / Agro-related fields or equivalent |
| Rajbhasha Adhikari (Scale-I) | 89 | Postgraduate degree in Hindi with English at graduation level OR PG in Sanskrit with Hindi & English |
| Law Officer (Scale-I) | 105 | Bachelor’s degree in Law (LL.B.) + enrolled as Advocate with Bar Council |
| HR/Personnel Officer (Scale-I) | 60 | Graduation + 2-year PG Degree/Diploma in HR, Personnel Management, Industrial Relations, Social Work or Labour Law |
| Marketing Officer (Scale-I) | 0 | Graduation + 2-year MBA/MMS/PGDM/PGDBM in Marketing specialization |
| Total | 745 Posts | — |
UPSSSC Recruitment 2026: Selection Process
- Preliminary Examination (Objective Type)
- Main Examination (Professional Knowledge Test)
- Interview Round
- Final Merit List (Based on Mains + Interview performance)
Salary Structure
| Component | Details |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Specialist Officer (Scale-I) |
| Pay Scale | ₹36,000 – ₹63,840 |
| Basic Pay | ₹36,000 per month |
| Initial Gross Salary | ₹52,000 – ₹60,000 (Approx.) |
| Dearness Allowance (DA) | As per government rules |
| House Rent Allowance (HRA) | As per posting location |
| Special Allowance | As per bank norms |
| Other Benefits | Medical, Pension & Other allowances |
Exam Pattern
| Stage | Section | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Prelims | English Language | 50 Questions – 25 Marks – 40 Minutes |
| Prelims | Reasoning Ability | 50 Questions – 50 Marks – 40 Minutes |
| Prelims | Quantitative Aptitude | 50 Questions – 50 Marks – 40 Minutes |
| Prelims Total | — | 150 Questions – 125 Marks – 120 Minutes |
| Mains | Professional Knowledge | 60 Questions – 60 Marks – 45 Minutes |
| Mains Total | — | 60 Questions – 60 Marks – 45 Minutes |
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How to Apply: IBPS SO XVI Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official website
- Click on CRP Specialist Officer (SO-XVI) Apply Online 2026 link
- Click on New Registration and enter basic details
- Login using Registration ID & Password
- Fill the application form carefully (personal + educational details)
- Upload required documents (photo, signature, etc.)
- Pay the application fee online
- Click on Final Submit
- Download and print the application form for future use
Candidates are advised to read the official Recruitment notification carefully before applying. All details provided here are for informational purposes only.
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IBPS SO XVI Recruitment 2026 – FAQs
Q1. What is IBPS SO XVI Recruitment 2026?
Ans: It is a recruitment process conducted by IBPS for Specialist Officer posts in various public sector banks under CRP SPL-XVI.
Q2.What are the posts available in IBPS SO XVI 2026?
Ans: Posts include IT Officer, Agriculture Field Officer, Law Officer, HR/Personnel Officer, Marketing Officer, and Rajbhasha Adhikari.
Q3. What is the selection process for IBPS SO XVI 2026?
Ans: The selection process includes Prelims Exam, Mains Exam (Professional Knowledge), and Interview.
Q4. What is the eligibility for IBPS SO XVI Recruitment 2026?
Ans: Candidates must have a relevant graduation or postgraduation degree depending on the post applied for.
Q5. How can I apply for IBPS SO XVI Recruitment 2026?
Ans:Candidates can apply online through the official IBPS website (https://www.ibps.in) by filling the application form and paying the fee.
