The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has officially released the Specialist Officer (SO) XV 15th Prelims Admit Card 2025. This is an important update for candidates who applied for the recruitment process and are preparing to appear for the preliminary examination. The IBPS SO exam is a national-level competitive test that selects candidates for specialist roles in public sector banks across India.

The preliminary examination is scheduled to take place on 30 August 2025 at various centers. Candidates who have registered successfully can now download their admit cards from the official IBPS portal.

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Steps to Download the Admit Card

To make the process simple, here are the clear steps candidates should follow:

1. Visit the official IBPS recruitment website.

2. Look for the link titled IBPS SO XV Prelims Admit Card 2025 in the latest notifications section.

3. Click on the link and enter your registration number and password or date of birth.

4. Enter the security code if required and submit.

5. The admit card will appear on the screen.

6. Download the file and take a printout for exam use.

It is advisable to take multiple copies to avoid issues if one copy gets misplaced.

Information Printed on the Admit Card

The admit card contains important details which must be checked carefully by each candidate. These include:

• Candidate’s full name and roll number

• Registration number

• Exam date and timing

• Examination center name and complete address

• Candidate’s photograph and signature

• Instructions regarding the exam day

If any error is noticed, candidates must contact the IBPS support desk immediately for correction.

IBPS SO XV Prelims Exam Date 2025

The preliminary examination for IBPS SO XV will be held on 30 August 2025. This exam is the first stage of the selection process. Only candidates who clear the prelims will be allowed to appear in the mains examination. The exam will be conducted in online mode at multiple centers across India.

Documents Required on Exam Day

On the day of the examination, candidates must carry the following:

• A printed copy of the admit card.

• One valid photo ID proof such as Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Passport, Driving License, or Voter ID.

• Passport-size photographs if required by the invigilator.

Without these documents, entry to the examination hall will not be permitted.

Exam Day Instructions

IBPS follows strict guidelines to ensure transparency and fairness in the recruitment exam. Candidates must follow these rules:

• Reach the examination venue well before the reporting time.

• Carry the admit card and valid ID proof without fail.

• Do not bring restricted items like mobile phones, calculators, electronic devices, notes, or bags inside the exam hall.

• Follow all instructions given by the invigilators.

• Maintain discipline during the examination.

Failure to follow the instructions may result in cancellation of candidature.

Preparation Tips for IBPS SO Prelims

With the exam date approaching, candidates should focus on last-minute preparation and revision. Here are some useful tips:

• Go through the syllabus once again and revise important topics.

• Practice previous year question papers and mock tests to improve speed.

• Pay attention to time management during practice tests.

• Avoid stress by maintaining a balanced routine with proper rest.

• Keep all documents and essentials ready a day before the exam.

Why IBPS SO Exam is Important

The IBPS Specialist Officer exam is one of the most prestigious banking recruitment examinations in India. It provides candidates with an opportunity to secure specialist roles such as IT Officer, Agricultural Field Officer, Marketing Officer, Law Officer, HR/Personnel Officer, and Rajbhasha Adhikari. These positions offer not just job stability but also growth opportunities and the chance to serve in important technical and professional roles within public sector banks.

Given the competitive nature of the exam, securing a place requires dedication, preparation, and strong conceptual knowledge in both reasoning and professional subjects.