IBPS SO XVI Online Form 2026 (745 Posts) – Last Date Extended to 26 July | Apply Online
The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has extended the last date for the IBPS Specialist Officer (SO) XVI Recruitment 2026. Eligible candidates can now submit the online application form until 26 July 2026. The recruitment drive offers 745 vacancies for various Specialist Officer posts including IT Officer, Agricultural Field Officer, Rajbhasha Adhikari, Law Officer, HR/Personnel Officer, and Marketing Officer in participating public sector banks.
Candidates holding the required educational qualification can apply online before the closing date. The IBPS SO Preliminary Examination is expected to be conducted in August 2026.
IBPS SO XVI Recruitment 2026 Overview
Organization: Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS)
Exam Name: CRP SPL-XVI (Specialist Officer)
Post Name: Specialist Officer (Scale-I)
Advertisement: IBPS SO XVI Recruitment 2026
Total Vacancies: 745 Posts
Application Mode: Online
Job Location: Across India
Application Status: Active
Last Date: 26 July 2026 (Extended)
Pre Exam: August 2026
Important Dates
- Application Start : 01 July 2026
- Last Date to Apply : 26 July 2026 (Extended)
- Fee Payment Last Date : 26 July 2026
- Pre Exam : August 2026
- Admit Card : Before Exam
- Result : Will Be Updated Soon
Application Fee
General / OBC / EWS: ₹850
SC / ST / PH: ₹175
Payment Mode
- Debit Card
- Credit Card
- Net Banking
- IMPS
- UPI / Online Payment
Age Limit (As on 01 July 2026)
Minimum Age: 20 Years
Maximum Age: 30 Years
Age relaxation is applicable as per IBPS SO XVI Recruitment Rules.
Total Vacancy
745 Posts
IBPS SO XVI Vacancy Details & Eligibility
IT Officer (Scale-I)
Vacancy: 301
Qualification:
- BE/B.Tech in Computer Science, IT, Computer Applications, Electronics, Electronics & Communication, Electronics & Instrumentation, Electronics & Telecommunication or equivalent.
- OR Postgraduate Degree in relevant discipline.
- OR DOEACC 'B' Level.
Agricultural Field Officer (Scale-I)
Vacancy: 190
Qualification:
Bachelor's Degree in Agriculture, Horticulture, Animal Husbandry, Veterinary Science, Dairy Science, Fisheries, Forestry, Agricultural Engineering, Biotechnology, Food Technology, Agriculture Business Management or equivalent.
Rajbhasha Adhikari (Scale-I)
Vacancy: 89
Qualification:
- Post Graduate Degree in Hindi with English at Graduation level.
- OR Post Graduate Degree in Sanskrit with Hindi & English at Graduation level.
Law Officer (Scale-I)
Vacancy: 105
Qualification:
- Bachelor's Degree in Law (LLB)
- Candidate should be enrolled as an Advocate with the Bar Council.
HR / Personnel Officer (Scale-I)
Vacancy: 60
Qualification:
Graduation with Full-time 2-Year PG Degree / Diploma in:
- Human Resource
- Personnel Management
- Industrial Relations
- Labour Law
- HRD
- Social Work
Marketing Officer (Scale-I)
Vacancy: 00
Qualification:
Graduation with MBA (Marketing) / MMS (Marketing) / PGDM / PGDBM / PGPM / PGDBA (Marketing).
Selection Process
The recruitment process includes:
- Preliminary Examination
- Main Examination
- Interview
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
IBPS SO XVI Exam Pattern (Expected)
Preliminary Examination
For IT Officer, Agriculture Officer, HR Officer, Marketing Officer & Law Officer
- English Language
- Reasoning Ability
- Quantitative Aptitude
For Rajbhasha Adhikari
- English Language
- Reasoning Ability
- General Awareness (Special Reference to Banking)
Documents Required
Candidates should keep the following ready:
- Passport Size Photograph
- Signature
- Graduation Certificates
- Educational Documents
- Category Certificate (if applicable)
- Disability Certificate (if applicable)
- Aadhaar Card / PAN Card / Voter ID
- Active Mobile Number
- Valid Email ID
How to Apply for IBPS SO XVI Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official IBPS recruitment portal.
- Open the IBPS SO XVI Recruitment 2026 notification.
- Complete the online registration.
- Fill all personal and educational details carefully.
- Upload photograph, signature and required documents.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Verify all information before final submission.
- Submit the application form.
- Download and print the confirmation page.
Important Instructions
- Apply before 26 July 2026.
- Read the official notification carefully.
- Upload clear documents in prescribed format.
- Verify all entered information before submission.
- Keep registration details safe.
- Regularly check the official website for updates.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Incorrect educational details.
- Wrong category selection.
- Blurred photo or signature.
- Incorrect email or mobile number.
- Waiting until the last day to apply.
- Not downloading the final application form.
What Happens After Registration?
After the application process closes, IBPS will release the Preliminary Exam Admit Card. Qualified candidates will appear for the Main Examination, followed by the Interview, Document Verification, and Medical Examination before final selection.
Important Links
- Apply Online – Active
- Registration – Active
- Official Notification – Available
- Pre Admit Card – Before Exam
- Result – To Be Announced
- Official Website – IBPS
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. What is the last date to apply for IBPS SO XVI Recruitment 2026?
26 July 2026 (Extended).
Q2. How many vacancies are available?
745 Specialist Officer posts.
Q3. What is the age limit?
20 to 30 years as on 01 July 2026.
Q4. What is the application fee?
- General/OBC/EWS: ₹850
- SC/ST/PH: ₹175
Q5. When will the Preliminary Exam be held?
The exam is scheduled for August 2026.
Q6. Is there an interview?
Yes. Candidates shortlisted after the Main Examination will appear for the Interview.
Q7. Can final-year students apply?
Only candidates meeting the eligibility criteria mentioned in the official notification are eligible.
Q8. Which post has the highest vacancies?
IT Officer (Scale-I) with 301 vacancies.
Q9. What is the selection process?
Prelims → Mains → Interview → Document Verification → Medical Examination.
Q10. Is the last date extended?
Yes. The last date has been extended to 26 July 2026.