IBPS has released the CRP SPL-XVI 2026 notification to recruit 745 indicative Specialist Officer (Scale I) vacancies across 11 public sector banks, including IT Officer, Agricultural Field Officer, Rajbhasha Adhikari, Law Officer, HR/Personnel Officer, and Marketing Officer. Online registration runs from 01-07-2026 to 21-07-2026 via the official IBPS site. Selection involves an online Preliminary exam, Main exam, and a Common Interview; final allotment follows merit-cum-preference. Age limits are 20–30 years, and pay follows the Specialist Officers Scale I pay scale with applicable allowances.
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Vacancy Details
- IT Officer (Scale I): 301 vacancies
Qualification: 4-year Engineering/Technology degree in Computer Science/IT/Electronics or related field, OR Postgraduate degree in relevant field, OR Graduate with DOEACC ‘B’ level - Agricultural Field Officer (Scale I): 190 vacancies
Qualification: 4-year degree in Agriculture/Horticulture/Animal Husbandry/Veterinary Science/Dairy Science/Fishery Science or allied subjects - Law Officer (Scale I): 105 vacancies
Qualification: Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LL.B) and enrolled as an advocate with Bar Council - Rajbhasha Adhikari (Scale I): 89 vacancies
Qualification: Postgraduate degree in Hindi with English as a subject at graduation, OR PG in Sanskrit with English and Hindi as subjects - HR/Personnel Officer (Scale I): 60 vacancies
Qualification: Graduate and 2-year full-time PG degree/diploma in Personnel Management/HR/Industrial Relations/Social Work/Labour Law - Marketing Officer (Scale I):
Qualification: Graduate and 2-year full-time MBA/MMS/PGDBA/PGDM with specialization in Marketing
Qualification Requirements
Qualifications vary by post: IT Officer requires a 4-year Engineering/Technology degree in Computer Science/IT/Electronics or related field, or a postgraduate degree in relevant field, or Graduate with DOEACC ‘B’ level. Agricultural Field Officer requires a 4-year degree in Agriculture/Horticulture/Animal Husbandry/Veterinary Science/Dairy Science/Fishery Science or allied subjects. Rajbhasha Adhikari requires a postgraduate degree in Hindi (with English at graduation) or PG in Sanskrit with English and Hindi. Law Officer requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LL.B) and enrollment as an advocate with the Bar Council. HR/Personnel Officer requires a Graduate and a 2-year full-time PG degree/diploma in Personnel Management/HR/Industrial Relations/Social Work/Labour Law. Marketing Officer requires a Graduate and a 2-year full-time MBA/MMS/PGDBA/PGDM with specialization in Marketing. For posts other than IT Officer, candidates must have studied Computer/IT as a subject at High School/College/Institute or hold a certificate/diploma/degree in computer operations.
Age Limits
- Minimum Age: 20 years
- Maximum Age: 30 years
Application Fees
- SC/ST/PwBD: ₹175
- General/EWS/OBC and all others: ₹850
Selection Process
- Online Preliminary Examination: Candidates take an online preliminary exam (tentatively August 2026). They must clear individual cut-offs in each of the tests to move forward.
- Preliminary Result: Preliminary exam results are declared (tentative: September/October 2026) to shortlist candidates for the Main Examination.
- Online Main Examination: Shortlisted candidates appear for the online Main exam (tentative: November 2026); main exam scores are used for interview shortlisting and final merit calculation along with interview.
- Common Interview: Conducted by Participating Banks coordinated by Nodal Banks (tentative: November/December 2026). Interview carries 100 marks with minimum qualifying marks of 40% (35% for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD).
- Provisional Allotment: Provisional allotment is based on merit-cum-preference with 80:20 weightage between Main Exam and Interview (expected January 2027).
How to Apply
- Visit the official website www.ibps.in and click the ‘CRP SPL’ link on the homepage.
- Select ‘Click Here to Apply Online for CRP-Specialist Officers (CRP SPL-XVI)’ to open the application form.
- Click ‘Click Here for New Registration’ and enter basic details to obtain a Provisional Registration Number and Password.
- Log in using the provisional credentials and complete the application form by entering required information.
- Upload photograph, signature, left thumb impression, handwritten declaration, and SSC/SSLC/10th standard certificate as per specifications.
- Capture and upload a live photograph via webcam or mobile phone.
- Verify all details carefully and complete registration (edits allowed only during the 2-day Edit Window after registration closes).
- Pay the applicable application fee online via Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI.
- Download and print the system-generated application form and e-receipt for future reference.
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Important Dates
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the educational eligibility requirements for IBPS Specialist Officer posts?
Eligibility depends on the post: IT Officer requires a 4-year engineering/technology degree in Computer Science/IT/Electronics or a relevant postgraduate degree or DOEACC ‘B’ level; Law Officer requires an LL.B and enrollment with the Bar Council; other posts have specific degree requirements such as a 4-year agriculture degree for Agricultural Field Officer or a PG in Hindi for Rajbhasha Adhikari.
How do I apply for the IBPS CRP SPL-XVI recruitment?
Apply only online via the official IBPS website by visiting the CRP SPL link, completing new registration, filling the application form, uploading required documents, paying the fee online, and downloading the system-generated form and e-receipt.
What is the last date to apply for this recruitment?
The last date to apply is 21-07-2026. Online registration begins on 01-07-2026 and ends on 21-07-2026.
What is the selection process for Specialist Officers under CRP SPL-XVI?
Selection involves three stages: an Online Preliminary Examination (tentative August 2026), an Online Main Examination (tentative November 2026), and a Common Interview (tentative November/December 2026); final provisional allotment follows based on Main Exam and Interview scores with 80:20 weightage.
What is the pay scale for selected Specialist Officers (Scale I)?
Specialist Officers Scale I have the basic pay scale: ₹48,480-2000/7-62,480-2340/2-67,160-2680/7-85,920, and are eligible for allowances and perquisites as per each bank’s rules.
