IBPS SOIBPS SO Recruitment 2026 Notification Out
745Vacancies
21 July 2026Last Date to Apply
Overview
The IBPS SO 2026 notification announces a total of 745 indicative vacancies for Specialist Officers. Key posts include IT Officer (Scale I) with 301 positions, Agricultural Field Officer (Scale I) with 190, Law Officer (Scale I) with 105, Rajbhasha Adhikari (Scale I) with 89, and HR/Personnel Officer (Scale I) with 60 vacancies. No vacancies are currently reported for Marketing Officer (Scale I).
Interested candidates can apply online for the IBPS SO 2026 recruitment starting from July 01, 2026. The last date to apply is July 21, 2026, and the application fee is ₹175/-. Candidates are advised to thoroughly check the official notification and website before applying.
Quick Overview
| Organisation | IBPS SO |
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| Post / Exam | SO |
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| Total Vacancies | 745 (Indicative) |
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| Category | Recruitment |
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| Location | All India |
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| Mode | Online |
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| Last Date | 21 July 2026 |
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Vacancy Details
| Post | Total Indicative Vacancies |
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| IT Officer (Scale I) | 301 |
| Agricultural Field Officer (Scale I) | 190 |
| Law Officer (Scale I) | 105 |
| Rajbhasha Adhikari (Scale I) | 89 |
| HR/Personnel Officer (Scale I) | 60 |
| Marketing Officer (Scale I) | 0 (No vacancies reported currently) |
| Total | 745 |
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must fulfil the educational qualification and age limit prescribed by IBPS SO for this recruitment. The required minimum qualification is generally Diploma/ITI, Graduate, Post Graduate from a recognised board or university. Age relaxation is provided to reserved categories (SC / ST / OBC / PwD / Ex-Servicemen) as per government rules. For the exact educational qualification, age limit and experience, please read the official notification carefully before applying.
Important Dates
| Activity | Tentative Schedule |
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| Online Registration & Edit/Modification | 01.07.2026 to 21.07.2026 |
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| Payment of Application Fee/Intimation Charges | 01.07.2026 to 21.07.2026 |
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| Edit Window for Application Correction | 2 days after closing of registration (dates to be notified) |
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| Download of Call Letter – Preliminary Exam | August 2026 |
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| Online Preliminary Examination | August 2026 |
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| Preliminary Exam Result | September/October 2026 |
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| Download of Call Letter – Main Exam | October 2026 |
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| Online Main Examination | November 2026 |
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| Main Examination Result | November 2026 |
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| Interview | November/December 2026 |
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| Provisional Allotment | January 2027 |
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Application Fee
| SC/ST/PwBD | ₹175/- |
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| General/EWS/OBC and all others | ₹850/- |
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Salary / Pay Scale
| Specialist Officers – Scale I (all posts) | ₹48,480-2000/7-62,480-2340/2-67,160-2680/7-85,920 |
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How to Apply Online
- Open the official website using the link in the Important Links section below.
- Register with a valid email ID and mobile number, then log in to the recruitment portal.
- Fill in the online application form with your personal, educational and contact details.
- Upload the required documents — recent photograph, signature and certificates in the prescribed format.
- Pay the application fee online (if applicable) and submit the form before the last date.
- Download and print the submitted application form for future reference.
Selection Process
The selection of candidates will be based on the stages fixed by IBPS SO, which may include a written examination or computer-based test (CBT), skill / typing test, physical efficiency test (where applicable), document verification and a medical examination. The exact selection procedure, exam pattern and syllabus are given in the official notification. Candidates who clear each stage are shortlisted for the next.
Important Links
Frequently Asked Questions
What is IBPS SO Recruitment 2026?
IBPS SO has released an official notification for 745 (Indicative). Eligible candidates can apply online on the official website.
What is the last date to apply for IBPS SO 2026?
The last date to apply online is 21 July 2026. Apply before the deadline on the official website.
How many vacancies are in IBPS SO 2026?
There are 745 (Indicative) as per the official notification. See the Vacancy Details table above for the post-wise breakup.
What is the application fee?
The application fee starts at ₹175/-. It may vary by category — check the Application Fee table above.
How can I apply for IBPS SO 2026?
Applications are accepted online only. Use the official "Apply Online" link in the Important Links section above to apply on the official website. Always verify details on the official site before applying.
