IBPS CRP SPL-XVI Specialist Officer Recruitment 2026 Notification Out – Apply Online for IT Officer, AFO, Law Officer, HR Officer, Marketing Officer & Rajbhasha Adhikari | Complete Details

The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has officially released the CRP SPL-XVI Recruitment Notification 2026 for the recruitment of Specialist Officers (Scale-I) in various participating Public Sector Banks. This recruitment drive is conducted for vacancies expected during 2027-28. Candidates interested in building a career in India’s leading Public Sector Banks can apply online through the IBPS official website.

The recruitment includes six Specialist Officer posts: IT Officer, Agricultural Field Officer, Rajbhasha Adhikari, Law Officer, HR/Personnel Officer, and Marketing Officer. Selection will be based on a Preliminary Examination, Main Examination, Interview, and Provisional Allotment. The online application process begins on 01 July 2026 and closes on 21 July 2026.

This recruitment offers an excellent opportunity for graduates and postgraduates with specialized qualifications to secure a prestigious banking career with an attractive salary, allowances, job security, and excellent career growth.

IBPS CRP SPL-XVI Recruitment 2026 Overview

IBPS Specialist Officer Posts

Participating Banks

Recruitment will be conducted for the following Public Sector Banks:

• Bank of Baroda
• Bank of India
• Bank of Maharashtra
• Canara Bank
• Central Bank of India
• Indian Bank
• Indian Overseas Bank
• Punjab National Bank
• Punjab & Sind Bank
• UCO Bank
• Union Bank of India

Vacancy Details

IBPS has announced recruitment for Specialist Officer posts. The bank-wise and category-wise vacancies are provided in Annexure-I of the official notification and are subject to change depending on the participating banks’ requirements.

Salary

Selected candidates will receive:

The total monthly in-hand salary may range between ₹75,000 and ₹90,000 depending on the place of posting and applicable allowances.

Age Limit (As on 01 July 2026)

Candidates should be born between 02 July 1996 and 01 July 2006 (both inclusive).

Age Relaxation

Educational Qualification

IT Officer

• BE/B.Tech in Computer Science, IT, Electronics, Electronics & Communication, Electronics & Instrumentation
  OR
• Post Graduation in relevant discipline
  OR
• DOEACC ‘B’ Level

Agricultural Field Officer

Four-Year Degree in:

• Agriculture
• Horticulture
• Animal Husbandry
• Veterinary Science
• Dairy Science
• Fishery Science
• Agricultural Engineering
• Food Technology
• Biotechnology
• Fisheries Engineering
• Agriculture Business Management
• And other equivalent Agriculture disciplines

Rajbhasha Adhikari

Post Graduation in Hindi with English at Graduation Level

OR

Post Graduation in Sanskrit with Hindi and English.

Law Officer

Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LLB)

Must be enrolled with Bar Council.

HR/Personnel Officer

Graduate

PLUS

Two-Year Full-Time PG Degree/Diploma in:

• HR
• Personnel Management
• Labour Law
• Industrial Relations
• HRD
• Social Work

Marketing Officer

Graduate

PLUS

MBA (Marketing)

OR

MMS (Marketing)

OR

PGDM/PGPM/PGDBM/PGDBA with Marketing Specialization.

Nationality

Candidates must be:

• Citizen of India

OR

• Subject of Nepal/Bhutan

OR

• Tibetan Refugee

OR

• Person of Indian Origin as specified in the notification.

Application Fee

Payment mode is Online only.

Selection Process

Selection consists of four stages:

1. Preliminary Examination
2. Main Examination
3. Interview
4. Provisional Allotment

Final merit will be prepared using:

• Main Examination – 80%
• Interview – 20%

Preliminary Examination Pattern

For IT Officer, Agriculture Officer, HR Officer & Marketing Officer

Duration

80 Minutes

For Law Officer & Rajbhasha Adhikari

Main Examination

The Main Examination includes:

• English
• Reasoning
• Quantitative Aptitude/General Awareness
• Professional Knowledge
• Descriptive Paper (for applicable posts)

How to Apply for IBPS CRP SPL-XVI Recruitment 2026

Step-by-Step Application Process

1. Visit the official IBPS website.
2. Click on CRP SPL-XVI Specialist Officer Recruitment 2026.
3. Register using a valid email ID and mobile number.
4. Complete the registration process and note down the Registration Number and Password.
5. Fill in personal, educational, communication, and category details carefully.
6. Upload the required documents including:
   • Passport-size Photograph
   • Signature
   • Left Thumb Impression
   • Handwritten Declaration
   • Additional documents (if applicable)
7. Preview the application carefully before final submission.
8. Pay the application fee through online mode.
9. Submit the application.
10. Download and print the final application form and fee receipt for future reference.

Documents Required

Candidates should keep the following documents ready while applying:

Required Documents During Interview

Candidates shortlisted for the interview/document verification must produce:

• Interview Call Letter
• Online Application Printout
• Date of Birth Proof
• Photo Identity Proof
• Educational Certificates & Mark Sheets
• SC/ST/OBC/EWS Certificate (if applicable)
• PwBD Certificate (if applicable)
• Ex-Serviceman Certificate (if applicable)
• No Objection Certificate (for Government/PSU employees)
• Experience Certificate (if applicable)
• Any other documents required by IBPS.

Examination Pattern Summary

Preliminary Examination

IT Officer, Agricultural Field Officer, HR Officer & Marketing Officer

Law Officer & Rajbhasha Adhikari

Main Examination

The Main Examination consists of:

• English Language
• Reasoning
• Quantitative Aptitude/General Awareness
• Professional Knowledge (Objective)
• Descriptive Paper (for applicable posts)

For final merit, Professional Knowledge carries the primary weight in the Main Examination, while the final selection is based on the combined performance in the Main Examination and Interview in an 80:20 ratio.

Negative Marking

• 0.25 marks will be deducted for every incorrect answer in the objective tests.
• No penalty will be applied for unanswered questions.

Participating Banks

Candidates selected through CRP SPL-XVI may be provisionally allotted to one of the following participating Public Sector Banks:

• Bank of Baroda
• Bank of India
• Bank of Maharashtra
• Canara Bank
• Central Bank of India
• Indian Bank
• Indian Overseas Bank
• Punjab National Bank
• Punjab & Sind Bank
• UCO Bank
• Union Bank of India

Important Instructions

• Apply for only one post. Multiple applications are liable to be rejected.
• Keep the registered email ID and mobile number active until the recruitment process is complete.
• Ensure all uploaded documents meet the prescribed specifications.
• Candidates must carry the original photo ID and admit card to the examination centre.
• Any incorrect information or forged documents may lead to cancellation of candidature at any stage.
• Regularly visit the official IBPS website for updates, admit cards, results, and interview schedules.

Important Dates

Important Links

The IBPS CRP SPL-XVI Specialist Officer Recruitment 2026 is one of the most prestigious opportunities for candidates aspiring to join India’s Public Sector Banks as Specialist Officers. With posts available in IT, Agriculture, Law, HR, Marketing, and Rajbhasha disciplines, this recruitment offers an attractive salary package, excellent career growth, job security, and opportunities to work in leading government-owned banks across the country.

Eligible candidates should carefully review the official notification, verify their eligibility, and complete the online application process well before the 21 July 2026 deadline. Since the recruitment process includes Preliminary Examination, Main Examination, Interview, and Provisional Allotment, early preparation and consistent practice in professional knowledge and aptitude subjects will significantly improve the chances of selection. For complete details, candidates should refer to the official notification.

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