IBPS SO XVI Recruitment 2026
Published: 20 Jul 2026 · Updated: 20 Jul 2026
745 Total Vacancies
Important Dates
| Admit Card | Released before each exam stage |
| Application End | 21 Jul 2026 |
| Mains Exam Date | 01 Nov 2026 |
| Application Start | 01 Jul 2026 |
| Prelims Exam Date | 29 Aug 2026 |
| Age Reckoning Date | 01 Jul 2026 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 21 Jul 2026 |
Application Fee
| Sc St Pwbd | Rs. 175/- |
| General Obc Ews | Rs. 850/- |
| Payment Mode | Online — Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, IMPS, Cash Card/Mobile Wallet |
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Total | Gen | OBC | EWS | SC | ST |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IT Officer (Scale-I) | 301 | — | — | — | — | — |
| Agricultural Field Officer (Scale I) | 190 | — | — | — | — | — |
| Rajbhasha Adhikari (Scale I) | 89 | — | — | — | — | — |
| Law Officer (Scale I) | 105 | — | — | — | — | — |
| HR/Personnel Officer (Scale I) | 60 | — | — | — | — | — |
| Marketing Officer (Scale I) | 0 | — | — | — | — | — |
How to Apply
- Visit the official IBPS website (ibps.in) or the CRP SPL-XVI registration portal.
- Complete new registration with your name, mobile number and email ID to generate a provisional registration number and password.
- Fill in the online application form with personal, educational and post-preference details.
- Upload scanned photograph and signature as per the specifications given in the official notification.
- Pay the applicable application fee online using debit card, credit card, internet banking, IMPS or a mobile wallet.
- Submit the form before the last date and save/print the confirmation page for future reference.
Selection Process
- Preliminary Written Exam
- Mains Written Exam
- Interview
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
Post-wise Eligibility
| Post Name | Total Posts | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| IT Officer (Scale-I) | 301 | 4-year Engineering/Technology degree in Computer Science, Computer Applications, Information Technology, Electronics, Electronics & Telecommunications, Electronics & Communication, or Electronics & Instrumentation; OR a Postgraduate degree in a relevant discipline; OR passed DOEACC 'B' Level examination. |
| Agricultural Field Officer (Scale I) | 190 | 4-year Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Horticulture, Animal Husbandry, Veterinary Science, Dairy Science, Fishery Science, Pisciculture, Agricultural Marketing & Cooperation, Cooperation & Banking, Agro-Forestry, Forestry, Agricultural Biotechnology, B.Tech. Biotechnology, Food Science, Agriculture Business Management, Food Technology, Dairy Technology, Agricultural Engineering, Sericulture, or Fisheries Engineering. |
| Rajbhasha Adhikari (Scale I) | 89 | Postgraduate degree in Hindi with English as a subject at graduation level, OR Postgraduate degree in Sanskrit with both Hindi and English as subjects at graduation level. |
| Law Officer (Scale I) | 105 | Bachelor's degree in Law (LL.B.) and enrolled as an Advocate with the Bar Council. |
| HR/Personnel Officer (Scale I) | 60 | Graduation degree with a full-time 2-year Postgraduate Degree/Diploma in Personnel Management, Industrial Relations, HR, HRD, Social Work, or Labour Law. |
| Marketing Officer (Scale I) | 0 | Graduation degree with a full-time 2-year MMS (Marketing), MBA (Marketing), or PGDBA/PGDBM/PGPM/PGDM with specialization in Marketing. |
Exam Schedule
| Preliminary Exam | 29 August 2026 |
| Mains Exam | 01 November 2026 |
Prelims and Mains dates are as per the official IBPS CRP SPL-XVI calendar; confirm on the admit card.
Important Note
Candidates are advised to read the official IBPS notification carefully — particularly the last date, age limit and educational qualification for their chosen post — before submitting the application form.
Important Links
| Apply Online | Apply Online ↗ |
| Download Official Notification (PDF) | Click Here ↗ |
| Official Website | Click Here ↗ |
Important Questions
Q. How to apply for IBPS SO XVI Recruitment 2026?
Ans. Use the official link in the Important Links section on this page, or apply through the official website of Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) before the last date.
Q. What is the official website of Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS)?
Ans. The official website link is provided in the Important Links section above.
Disclaimer: SarkariPitara is not an official government website. The information above is aggregated from the official notification for quick reference. Candidates must read the official notification carefully and verify all details from the official website before applying.