IBPS SO Recruitment 2026: The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has released the official IBPS SO Notification 2026 for the Common Recruitment Process (CRP SPL-XVI) to recruit Specialist Officers (SO) in participating public sector banks. The notification was published on 30 June 2026, and the online application process started on 1 July 2026. Eligible candidates can submit their applications through the official IBPS website. On 20 July 2026, IBPS increased the total number of vacancies to 1,035 and also extended the last date to apply online until 26 July 2026.
Particular Details Organization Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) Exam Name IBPS CRP SPL-XVI Post Name Specialist Officer (SO) Vacancy Session 2027–28 Total Vacancy 1035 (Increased) Job Location Across India Application Mode Online Notification Release Date 30 June 2026 Official Website ibps.in
Notification Released: 30 June 2026Online Application Starts: 01 July 2026Last Date to Apply: 26 July 2026Fee Payment Last Date: 26 July 2026Edit / Correction Form: 29-30 July 2026Preliminary Examination: August 2026Main Examination: November 2026Interview Date: Nov / Dec 2026
General / OBC / EWS: ₹850/-SC / ST / PH (Divyang): ₹175/-Payment Mode: Online
Minimum Age: 20 Years Maximum Age: 30 Years Age Calculation Date: 01 July 2026 Age Relaxation: Applicable for reserved category candidates as per Government of India and IBPS rules.
Post Name Qualification Specialist Officer (SO) Degree in the relevant discipline from a recognized university
Post Name Vacancy Specialist Officer (SO) 1035
The selection process for IBPS SO Recruitment 2026 consists of the following stages:
Preliminary Examination
Main Examination
Interview
Document Verification
Medical Examination
Visit the official IBPS website.
Click on the CRP SPL-XVI Recruitment 2026 link.
Complete the online registration process.
Fill in the application form with the required details.
Upload your photograph, signature, and other required documents.
Pay the application fee through the online payment gateway.
Submit the application form.
Download and print the confirmation page for future reference.
