IBPS SO Recruitment 2025
The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) released the official IBPS SO Recruitment 2025 notification on 30 June 2025, inviting applications for 1,007 Specialist Officer (SO) vacancies across various public sector banks in India. This recruitment drive targets roles such as IT Officer, Agricultural Field Officer, Rajbhasha Adhikari, Law Officer, HR/Personnel Officer, and Marketing Officer. This article provides comprehensive details on eligibility criteria, application process, important dates, selection process, salary structure, and more.
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IBPS SO Recruitment 2025 – Overview
The IBPS SO Recruitment 2025 is a golden opportunity for professionals seeking specialized roles in India’s public sector banks. Below is a detailed overview of the recruitment:
| Organization | Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) |
| Post Name | IT Officer, Agricultural Field Officer, Rajbhasha Adhikari, Law Officer, HR/Personnel Officer, Marketing Officer |
| Vacancies | 1,007 |
| Application Process | Online |
| Educational Qualification | Varies by post (e.g., B.Tech, LLB, MBA, PG in Agriculture, Hindi, or HR) |
| Age Limit | 20–30 years (relaxations for reserved categories) |
| Official Website | www.ibps.in |
Important Dates
Stay updated with the key dates for IBPS SO Recruitment 2025 to ensure you don’t miss any deadlines:
- Notification Release Date: 30 June 2025
- Application Start Date: 1 July 2025
- Application Last Date: 21 July 2025
IBPS SO Eligibility Criteria 2025
To apply for IBPS SO Recruitment 2025, candidates must meet specific eligibility criteria related to nationality, age, and educational qualifications. Below are the details:
- Nationality:
- A citizen of India, or
- A subject of Nepal or Bhutan, or
- A Tibetan refugee who arrived in India before 1 January 1962 with the intent to settle permanently, or
- A person of Indian origin who migrated from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Zambia, Malawi, Zaire, Ethiopia, or Vietnam with the intent to settle permanently, provided they have a certificate of eligibility issued by the Government of India.
- Age Limit:
- Candidates must be between 20 and 30 years as of 1 July 2025 (born between 2 July 1995 and 1 July 2005).
- Age Relaxation:
- SC/ST: 5 years
- OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 years
- PwBD: 10 years
- Ex-Servicemen: 5 years
- Persons affected by 1984 riots: 5 years
- Educational Qualification (as of 21 July 2025):
- IT Officer (Scale I): 4-year degree in Computer Science/IT/Electronics/Electronics & Telecommunications/Communication/Instrumentation, or Postgraduate degree in these fields, or DOEACC ‘B’ level certification.
- Agricultural Field Officer (Scale I): 4-year degree in Agriculture/Horticulture/Animal Husbandry/Veterinary Science/Dairy Science/Agri. Marketing & Cooperation/Agro-Forestry/Food Technology/Agricultural Engineering, etc.
- Rajbhasha Adhikari (Scale I): Postgraduate degree in Hindi with English as a subject at the degree level, or Postgraduate degree in Sanskrit with English and Hindi at the degree level.
- Law Officer (Scale I): Bachelor’s degree in Law (LLB) and enrolled as an advocate with the Bar Council.
- HR/Personnel Officer (Scale I): Graduate degree and Postgraduate degree/diploma in Personnel Management/Industrial Relations/HR/HRD/Social Work/Labour Law.
- Marketing Officer (Scale I): Graduate degree and Postgraduate degree/diploma in Marketing Management/MBA with specialization in Marketing.
- Additional Requirements: Candidates must provide proof of educational qualifications declared by 21 July 2025. For detailed post-wise eligibility, refer to the official notification.
IBPS SO Recruitment 2025 Application Process
Applying for IBPS SO Recruitment 2025 is straightforward and conducted online through the official IBPS website. Follow these steps:
- Visit the official IBPS website: www.ibps.in.
- Look for the “CRP Specialist Officers” link on the homepage and click it.
- Select “Click here to apply online for CRP Specialist Officers-XV.”
- Register by entering basic details like your name, email, and phone number to receive a provisional registration number and password.
- Log in with your credentials.
- Fill out the application form with your personal, educational, and other required information.
- Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and other documents as per the guidelines.
- Pay the application fee online—Rs. 850 for General/OBC candidates and Rs. 175 for SC/ST/PWD candidates—via debit/credit card, net banking, or other options.
- Double-check your details and submit the form.
- Print the application form and e-receipt for your records.
Important Links For IBPS SO Recruitment 2025
| Online Application Link | Click Here |
| Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
