The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has announced a major recruitment drive for 1007 Specialist Officer (SO) posts. This is a big chance for young people looking for a government job in the banking sector. The application process for these roles began on July 1, 2025 , and will close on July 21, 2025 . Interested candidates must apply online through the official IBPS website, ibps.in .
This recruitment drive includes various specialist roles such as IT Officer, Agriculture Field Officer, Law Officer, Rajbasha Adhikari, HR/Personnel Officer, and Marketing Officer. Candidates are advised to read the full notification carefully to understand all eligibility criteria, application fees, age limits, and the selection process before applying.
Important Dates
Here are the key dates for the IBPS Specialist Officer Recruitment 2025:
- Notification Date: July 1, 2025
- Application Start Date: July 1, 2025
- Last Date to Apply Online: July 21, 2025
- Last Date for Fee Payment: July 21, 2025
- Admit Card Release: Will be announced later
- Exam Date: Will be announced later
- Result Date: Will be announced later
Application Fee
Candidates need to pay an application fee based on their category:
- General, OBC, EWS candidates: ₹850/-
- SC, ST, PWD candidates: ₹175/-
The examination fee can be paid online using a Credit Card, Debit Card, Net Banking, or through an E-Challan.
Age Limit
As on August 1, 2025 , candidates must meet the following age requirements:
- Minimum Age: 20 Years
- Maximum Age: 30 Years
Please check the official notification for any age relaxation rules for reserved categories.
Total Vacancies
There are a total of 1007 Specialist Officer posts available across different departments. This is the 15th recruitment drive for Specialist Officers by IBPS.
Post-wise Eligibility and Vacancy Details
Here is a detailed breakdown of the posts and their required qualifications:
| Post Name | Total Posts | Eligibility (Educational Qualification) |
|---|---|---|
| IT Officer | 203 | Bachelor’s Degree with B Level Certificate OR Engineering Degree in Computer Science, IT, Electronics, or related fields. OR Master’s Degree from a recognized university. |
| Agriculture Field Officer (AFO) | 310 | Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering with Agriculture OR equivalent qualification from a recognized university. |
| Rajbasha Adhikari | 78 | Master’s Degree in Hindi with English as a subject at degree level. OR Master’s Degree in Sanskrit with Hindi and English as subjects at degree level from a recognized university. |
| Law Officer | 56 | Bachelor’s Degree in Law (3 or 5 years) and enrolled with the Bar Council. |
| HR / Personal Officer | 10 | Master’s Degree or PG Diploma in Personnel Management, Industrial Relations, HR, HRD, Social Work, or Labour Law from a recognized university. |
| Marketing Officer (MO) | 350 | Master’s Degree or PG Diploma in Marketing, PGDBA, PGDBM, PGPM, or PGDM from a recognized university. |
Salary Information
Selected candidates will receive a competitive salary. The pay scale for IBPS Specialist Officers ranges from ₹48,480 to ₹85,920 . In addition to the basic pay, other allowances will be provided as per government rules.
Selection Process
The selection for IBPS Specialist Officer posts will involve several stages:
- Preliminary Written Exam
- Main Written Exam
- Interview
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
- Final Merit List
How to Apply Online
Candidates interested in these IBPS Specialist Officer posts can apply online by following these simple steps:
- First, read the official IBPS Specialist Officer Notification 2025 PDF thoroughly.
- Visit the official IBPS website: ibps.in .
- Click on the ‘Apply Online’ link for IBPS Specialist Officer Recruitment 2025.
- Fill in all required details in the online application form.
- Upload scanned copies of necessary documents, such as photographs and signatures.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Review your application form carefully and then submit it.
- Finally, take a printout of the submitted application form for your records.