Recruitment for Specialist Officers in Participating Public Sector Banks
The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) invites applications from eligible candidates for the Common Recruitment Process (CRP SPL-XV) for the recruitment of Specialist Officers in various Participating Public Sector Banks for vacancies in 2026-27. The process includes Online Preliminary and Main Examinations, followed by interviews for shortlisted candidates.
1. Participating Banks
- Includes banks such as:
- Bank of Baroda
- Bank of India
- Bank of Maharashtra
- (Refer to the original document for the complete list of participating banks.)
2. Posts
- Specialist Officer posts include:
- IT Officer (Scale-I)
- HR/Personnel Officer (Scale-I)
- Marketing Officer (Scale-I)
- Law Officer (Scale-I)
- Rajbhasha Adhikari (Scale-I)
- (Other posts as specified in the notification.)
3. Eligibility Criteria
(a) Nationality/Citizenship
A candidate must be:
- A citizen of India, or
- A subject of Nepal or Bhutan, or
- A Tibetan Refugee who came to India before January 1, 1962, with the intention of permanently settling, or
- A person of Indian origin who migrated from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, or specified East African countries (Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Zambia, Malawi, Zaire, Ethiopia, Vietnam) with the intention of permanently settling in India.
- Candidates under categories (ii) to (v) must possess a certificate of eligibility issued by the Government of India.
(b) Age
- Specific age criteria are not detailed in the provided document excerpt but typically range from 20 to 30 years (as per previous IBPS notifications), with relaxations for reserved categories (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD) as per government guidelines. Candidates must submit relevant certificates for age relaxation at the time of the interview.
(c) Educational Qualifications
- General Requirement: Candidates must indicate the percentage obtained in Graduation/Post-Graduation, calculated to the nearest two decimals. If CGPA/GPA is awarded, it must be converted to a percentage as per university norms, and a certificate stating the conversion must be produced during the interview.
- Specific Requirements: Vary by post (e.g., IT Officer requires a degree in IT/Computer Science, Rajbhasha Adhikari requires proficiency in Hindi, etc.). Refer to the official notification for detailed qualifications.
(d) Disability Categories (PwBD)
Eligible disabilities under the RPWD Act, 2016 include:
- Visual Impairment (VI):
- Blindness: Total absence of sight or visual acuity less than 3/60 or 10/200 (Snellen) in the better eye with best correction.
- Low Vision: Visual acuity not exceeding 6/18 or 20/60 up to 3/60 or 10/200 (Snellen) in the better eye.
- Hearing Impairment (HI):
- Deaf: 70 dB hearing loss in speech frequencies in both ears.
- Hard of Hearing: 60 dB to 70 dB hearing loss in speech frequencies in both ears.
- Orthopedic Disabilities: Includes dwarfism (height 4 feet 10 inches or less), muscular dystrophy, and acid attack victims.
- Intellectual Disability: Includes Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).
- Candidates with benchmark disabilities (≥40% impairment) are eligible for reservation and scribe facilities as per government guidelines.
(e) Other Eligibility Conditions
- Reserved Categories: Candidates claiming SC/ST/OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)/EWS/PwBD reservation must provide valid certificates in the prescribed format:
- OBC (NCL) certificate: Issued on or after April 1, 2025, valid for 2025-26.
- EWS certificate: Valid for the financial year 2024-25.
- PwBD certificates: As per Forms I, II, or III (depending on the disability type).
- Candidates not producing valid certificates or belonging to the creamy layer (OBC) will be treated as General category candidates.
- Candidates with temporary disabilities are not eligible for PwBD reservation.
4. Examination Structure
The recruitment process is two-tiered: Online Preliminary Examination and Online Main Examination, followed by an interview.
(a) Preliminary Examination
- For Law Officer and Rajbhasha Adhikari:
- Tests include Professional Knowledge, English Language, Reasoning, and General Awareness (specific to banking for some posts).
- Medium: English and Hindi (for Rajbhasha Adhikari).
- Structure for Rajbhasha Adhikari:
- Professional Knowledge (Objective): 30 questions, 30 marks, 30 minutes.
- Professional Knowledge (Descriptive): 2 questions, 30 marks, 30 minutes.
- Total duration varies by post.
- Candidates must secure minimum scores to qualify for the Main Examination.
(b) Main Examination
- Candidates shortlisted from the Preliminary Exam appear for the Main Exam.
- Minimum scores are required to be considered for the interview stage.
- Scores from the Main Exam are not shared with candidates until the interview process is complete.
(c) Interview
- Conducted by Participating Banks and coordinated by Nodal Banks in each State/UT.
- Total marks: 100.
- Minimum qualifying marks: 40% (35% for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD candidates).
- Weightage: Main Exam (80%) + Interview (20%) for the final score.
- Candidates must download call letters from www.ibps.in. No changes to interview date/venue are permitted.
5. Application Process
- Mode: Online only at www.ibps.in.
- Steps:
- Register online and obtain a provisional registration number and password.
- Fill in personal, educational, and other details.
- Upload documents:
- Photograph (4.5cm x 3.5cm, 20-50 KB, JPEG).
- Signature (140×60 pixels, 10-20 KB, black ink on white paper).
- Left thumb impression.
- Handwritten declaration: “I, (Name of the candidate), hereby declare that all the information submitted by me in the application form is correct, true, and valid. I will present the supporting documents as and when required.”
- SSC/10th standard certificate (PDF, ≤500 KB).
- Category certificates (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD, if applicable).
- Live photograph captured via webcam/mobile during registration.
- Pay application fees online (via Debit/Credit Cards, Internet Banking, IMPS, UPI).
- Save and verify details using the “SAVE AND NEXT” facility before final submission.
- Note:
- No changes are allowed after final submission.
- Candidates must retain the e-receipt and application form with fee payment details.
- Incomplete applications or those with smudged/blurred uploads will be rejected.
6. Important Instructions
- Biometric Verification: Conducted at various stages (exam and interview). Mismatched biometrics or failure to provide clear fingerprints (due to ink, dirt, or moisture) may lead to cancellation.
- Aadhaar: Candidates are advised to possess a valid Aadhaar card for verification.
- Scribe Facility: Available for eligible PwBD candidates as per government guidelines. Candidates must arrange their own scribe, and scribe qualifications must not exceed the candidate’s.
- Misconduct/Unfair Means: Includes impersonation, leaking question papers, or using unauthorized devices. Such actions will lead to cancellation, debarment, and possible legal action.
- Document Verification: Candidates must submit original certificates (DOB, caste, disability, educational qualifications) at the time of the interview. False or invalid documents will result in disqualification or termination post-appointment.
7. Provisional Allotment
- Based on merit (combined Main Exam and Interview scores) and candidate’s bank preferences.
- IBPS decisions on allotment are final; no requests for re-allotment are entertained.
- Candidates not allotted or on the reserve list will not be considered for further processes.
- IBPS is not responsible if banks fail to notify sufficient vacancies to exhaust the reserve list.
8. Important Dates
- Application Period: To be announced (check www.ibps.in for exact dates).
- Examination Dates: To be announced.
- Call Letters: Downloadable from www.ibps.in two weeks prior to the exam.
9. How to Apply
- Apply online at www.ibps.in.
- Ensure all documents meet specifications (e.g., clear, readable, correct file size/format).
- Use a stable internet connection to avoid transaction failures.
- Contact IBPS for queries via the official website or designated helplines.
10. Important Links
- Official Website: Click here
- Apply Now: Click here
- Notification: Click here
11. Important Notes
- Selection is merit-based and fair. Any attempt to use unfair means will lead to cancellation, debarment, and legal action.
- Candidates must meet eligibility criteria and provide accurate documents. False information or suppression of facts will result in disqualification or termination.
- IBPS reserves the right to cancel or modify the process due to unforeseen circumstances.
- Regularly check www.ibps.in for updates and notifications.