IBPS SO Recruitment 2025

The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has officially released the IBPS SO Recruitment 2025 Notification, announcing 1007 vacancies for various Specialist Officer (SO) Scale I posts in participating Public Sector Banks across India.

If you are looking for a stable, high-paying, and respectable banking job in a specialized professional role, this is your chance! In this post, you will find complete details about IBPS SO 2025 including eligibility criteria, age limit, qualification, selection process, important dates, application fee, salary structure, and how to apply online.

IBPS SO (Specialist Officer) is a national-level banking recruitment exam conducted every year by IBPS to recruit eligible candidates for specialist positions like IT Officer, Agricultural Field Officer, Rajbhasha Adhikari, Law Officer, HR/Personnel Officer, and Marketing Officer in participating banks.

Specialist Officers handle key functions in their area of expertise, making these posts highly sought-after by professionals who want to work in the banking sector but in a specialized domain.

IBPS SO 2025 Important Dates

Application Fee

Mode of Payment: Online only through Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, IMPS, or UPI

IBPS SO 2025 Vacancy Details

Below is the post-wise tentative vacancy breakdown for IBPS Specialist Officer (SO) Scale I posts in 2025:

IBPS SO 2025 Eligibility Criteria

To apply for IBPS SO 2025, candidates must meet educational qualification and age limit criteria as prescribed by IBPS.

Educational Qualification (Post-wise)

IT Officer (Scale I)

• 4-year Engineering/Technology Degree in Computer Science, Computer Applications, Information Technology, Electronics, Electronics & Telecommunication, Electronics & Communication, Electronics & Instrumentation
  OR
• Post Graduate Degree in Electronics, Electronics & Telecommunication, Electronics & Communication, Electronics & Instrumentation, Computer Science, Information Technology, Computer Applications
  OR
• Graduate with DOEACC ‘B’ Level Certification.

Agricultural Field Officer (Scale I)

• 4-year Degree in Agriculture, Horticulture, Animal Husbandry, Veterinary Science, Dairy Science, Fishery Science, Pisciculture, Agri. Marketing & Cooperation, Co-operation & Banking, Agro-Forestry, Forestry, Agricultural Biotechnology, B.Tech Biotechnology, Food Science, Agriculture Business Management, Food Technology, Dairy Technology, Agricultural Engineering, Sericulture, Fisheries Engineering, etc

Rajbhasha Adhikari (Scale I)

• Post Graduate Degree in Hindi with English as a subject at the Graduation level
  OR
• Post Graduate Degree in Sanskrit with English and Hindi as subjects at the Graduation level.

Law Officer (Scale I)

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LLB) and enrolled as an advocate with the Bar Council.

HR/ Personnel Officer (Scale I)

• Graduate degree plus Two Years Full-Time Post Graduate Degree/ Diploma in Personnel Management, Industrial Relations, Human Resources/HRD, Social Work, Labour Law.

Marketing Officer (Scale I)

• Graduate degree plus Two Years Full-Time MMS (Marketing)/MBA (Marketing)/PGDBA/PGDBM/PGPM/PGDM with specialization in Marketing.

Age Limit (as on 01 July 2025)

• Minimum Age: 20 Years
• Maximum Age: 30 Years
• Candidate must have been born not earlier than 02.07.1995 and not later than 01.07.2005 (both dates inclusive).

Age Relaxation:

• SC/ST: 5 years
• OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 years
• PwBD: 10 years
• Ex-Servicemen & Others: As per Govt. norms

IBPS SO 2025 Selection Process

The recruitment process for IBPS SO Scale I posts consists of three stages:

• Preliminary Examination (Online) – Objective type, section-wise cut-off.
• Main Examination (Online) – Professional knowledge relevant to the post.
• Interview – Conducted by participating banks and coordinated by IBPS.

Only candidates shortlisted in the Main Exam will be called for the Interview.

IBPS SO 2025 Salary Structure

Selected candidates for IBPS SO Scale I posts will be entitled to a lucrative pay package as per current banking pay scales:

• Basic Pay: ₹48,480 – 85,920 (Approx.)
• Pay Structure: ₹48,480–2000(7 increments)–62,480–2340(2 increments)–67,160–2680(7 increments)–85,920.

Additionally, Specialist Officers enjoy DA, HRA, CCA, Special Allowances, Leased Accommodation, and other perks as per the rules of the participating bank.

How to Apply for IBPS SO 2025

Follow these simple steps to apply online:

• Apply Online for Below Links for Sarkari Result
• Click on ‘CRP Specialist Officers’ under CRP notifications.
• Register with a valid email ID & mobile number.
• Fill the application form with accurate details.
• Upload scanned photograph, signature, left thumb impression & handwritten declaration.
• Pay the application fee online.
• Submit the application form and download the confirmation page for future reference.

Tips for IBPS SO Aspirants

• Double-check your eligibility and documents before applying.
• Apply early to avoid last-minute server issues.
• Start your preparation for Prelims & Mains simultaneously.
• Practice previous year papers & mock tests for better accuracy.
• Keep an eye on your registered email & SMS for call letters and updates.

IBPS SO 2025 is an excellent chance for qualified graduates and postgraduates to build a strong career in the banking industry with a specialized professional role and attractive salary package. Make sure you don’t miss the opportunity – register and apply before 21 July 2025, and start your exam preparation early to secure your dream job!

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