IBPS Specialist Officer Recruitment 2026–27: All You Need to Know About CRP SPL-XV

Short Description:

The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has officially released the notification for CRP SPL-XV, inviting applications for Specialist Officer posts in participating public sector banks. If you’re aiming for a career in banking as a Specialist Officer, this article covers everything from key dates to eligibility, selection process, and post details.

📅 Important Dates to Remember

Event	Date
Online Registration	01 July – 21 July 2025
Preliminary Exam	August 2025
Preliminary Results	September 2025
Main Exam	November 2025
Interview	Dec 2025 / Jan 2026
Provisional Allotment	Jan / Feb 2026

🧑‍💼 Specialist Officer Posts Available

The recruitment is for Scale I Officer roles, including:

• IT Officer
• Agricultural Field Officer
• Rajbhasha Adhikari
• Law Officer
• HR/Personnel Officer
• Marketing Officer

🏦 Participating Banks

Some of the major banks taking part in this recruitment:

• Bank of Baroda
• Canara Bank
• Punjab National Bank
• Union Bank of India
• Bank of India
• Indian Bank
• Central Bank of India

(Full list provided in the official notification)

🎓 Eligibility Criteria

Nationality

Applicants must be:

• Indian citizens, or
• Specified categories like subjects of Nepal/Bhutan, Tibetan refugees, or persons of Indian origin from designated countries

Age Limit (as on 01 July 2025)

• Minimum: 20 years
• Maximum: 30 years
• Age relaxation is applicable for SC/ST, OBC (Non-Creamy Layer), PwBD, and ex-servicemen as per govt rules

Educational Qualification

Varies based on post. Example:

• IT Officer: Engineering/Tech degree in relevant computer-related fields or DOEACC ‘B’ level certification
• Agriculture Officer: Degree in Agriculture or allied fields

♿ Reservation for Persons with Disabilities

Vacancies are identified for candidates with benchmark disabilities under categories like:

• Visual Impairment (VI)
• Hearing Impairment (HI)
• Locomotor Disability (LD)
• Intellectual Disability (ID)
• Multiple Disabilities

Compensatory time and scribe provisions are available per government norms.

💰 Application Fee

• Charges must be paid online during the registration window.
• Amount varies by category and is detailed in the notification.

📝 Selection Process

IBPS follows a three-tier selection system:

1. Online Preliminary Exam
2. Online Main Exam
3. Interview & Provisional Allotment

All exams are conducted online, with call letters provided prior to each phase.

🗂️ Salary Structure

Basic Pay for Scale I SO: ₹48,480 – ₹85,920 (plus applicable allowances and perks based on bank policy)

Important Links:

Official Site	IBPS Official Site
Download Notification	Official Notification(Below)
Apply Online	Candidate Portal
Admit Card (Pre)	Click Here

Official Notice:

How to Apply For IBPS SO:

1️⃣ Visit the IBPS Website

• Go to the IBPS official site
• Click on “CRP Specialist Officers” section
• Select the link that says “Click here to apply for CRP SPL-XV”

2️⃣ Click on “New Registration”

• If you’re registering for the first time, click on “New Registration”
• Fill in your basic details:
  • Full Name
  • Mobile Number
  • Email ID

💡 Tip: Use an active email and phone number for future communication.

3️⃣ Receive Registration Credentials

• After submitting basic details, you’ll get a Provisional Registration Number and Password via email/SMS

4️⃣ Fill Detailed Application

• Log in using your Registration Number & Password
• Enter:
  • Personal Information
  • Educational Qualifications
  • Work Experience (if any)
  • Choice of Exam Centre

5️⃣ Upload Required Documents

• Ensure documents are scanned and in the correct format:
  • Passport-size Photo (Recent)
  • Signature
  • Left thumb impression
  • Handwritten declaration (as specified in the notification)

📌 Formats: JPG/JPEG only 📌 Sizes: Photo – 20–50 KB, Signature – 10–20 KB

6️⃣ Preview Your Form

• Carefully check every detail
• Click on “Save & Next”

7️⃣ Pay the Application Fee

• Use any of the following:
  • Debit/Credit Card
  • Net Banking
  • UPI/Wallets (if supported)

💸 Fee: As mentioned in the official notification (varies by category)

8️⃣ Final Submission

• Click “Submit”
• Take a printout of the application and fee receipt for future reference

📝 Key Reminders

• Registration window: 01 July to 21 July 2025
• Use proper formats and keep documents handy
• Avoid last-minute rush — submit early