About Institute of Banking Personnel Selection Recruitment 2026
Institute of Banking Personnel Selection has officially announced a recruitment drive for IBPS SO XI Specialist Officer Recruitment 2021. There are 1828 vacancies to be filled through this drive. The appointed candidates will be posted in All India. The official notification is available on www.ibps.in/.
Interested candidates can submit their applications online through the official portal. the application window opens on 03/11/2021. It is recommended to apply well before the deadline to avoid last-minute technical issues.
Key highlights — age limit: 20–30 years; application fee varies by category. Candidates must ensure they meet all eligibility criteria before applying. Detailed information about the selection process, exam pattern, and syllabus is available in the sections below.
Key Highlights
Vacancy Details — Total 1828 Posts
| Post Name | Vacancies | Qualification | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| IT Officer | 220 | Bachelor Degree with B Level Certificate OR Engineering Degree in Computer Science/ Computer Applications/ Information Technology / Electronics / Electronics & Telecommunications/Electronics & Communication/ Electronics & Instrumentation. OR Master Degree. | — |
| Agriculture Field Officer (AFO) | 884 | Bachelor Degree in Engineering with Agriculture OR Equivalent Subject. | — |
| Rajbasha Adhikari | 84 | Master Degree in Hindi with English as a Subject in Degree Level. OR Master Degree in Sanskrit with Hindi and English as a Subject in Degree Level. | — |
| Law Officer | 44 | Bachelor Degree in Law 3 Year OR 5 Year. Enrolled with Bar Council. | — |
| HR / Personal Officer | 61 | Master Degree / PG Diploma in Personnel Management / Industrial Relations/ HR / HRD/ Social Work / Labour Law. | — |
| Marketing Officer (MO) | 535 | Master Degree / PG Diploma in Marketing / PGDBA / PGDBM/ PGPM/ PGDM | — |
📊 Category-wise Reservation
Important Dates
| Application Start | 03/11/2021 |
| Last Date To Apply | 23/11/2021 |
| Last Date For Fee Payment | 23/11/2021 |
| Prelim Exam Date | 26/12/2021 |
| Admit Card Available Prelim | 10/12/2021 |
| Prelim Exam Result Available | 18/01/2022 |
| Mains Exam Date | 30/01/2022 |
| Admit Card Available Mains | 19/01/2022 |
| Mains Exam Result | 15/02/2022 |
| Interview Letter Available | 21/02/2022 |
Application Fee
| General | 850 |
| OBC | 850 |
| SC | 175 |
| ST | 175 |
| PH / / / PwD | 175 |
Age Limit & Relaxation
| Minimum Age | 20 Years |
| Maximum Age | 30 Years |
| Age Cutoff Date | 01/11/2021 |
| Relaxation (OBC) | 3 years |
| Relaxation (SC) | 5 years |
| Relaxation (ST) | 5 years |
| Relaxation (PWD) | 10 years |
* Age relaxation is applicable as per government rules for reserved categories.
Educational Qualification & Eligibility
Varies by post. Refer to individual post qualifications in the 'posts' section.
Selection Process
Preliminary Exam
Mains Exam
Interview
Exam Pattern & Syllabus
| Subject | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Preliminary Exam | 150 | 2 hours |
| Mains Exam | 60 | 45 minutes |
Documents Required
* Candidates must carry original documents for verification at the time of interview / document verification.
How To Apply
Visit the official website of Institute of Banking Personnel Selection — https://www.ibps.in/.
Read the official notification carefully and check your eligibility.
Click on the "Apply Online" / "Registration" link for IBPS SO XI Specialist Officer Recruitment 2021.
Complete the registration by providing a valid email ID and mobile number.
Fill in all required details: personal information, educational qualifications, work experience (if applicable), and address.
Upload scanned copies of your photograph (passport size), signature, and required documents as per the specifications.
Pay the application fee online through the available payment gateway (if applicable).
Review all entered details carefully before final submission.
Submit the application form and take a printout / save a PDF copy for future reference.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What are the important dates for IBPS SO XI Specialist Officer Recruitment 2021?
Application Start: 03/11/2021
What is the minimum educational qualification for IBPS SO XI Specialist Officer Recruitment 2021?
Varies by post. Refer to individual post qualifications in the 'posts' section.
What is the age limit for IBPS SO XI Specialist Officer Recruitment 2021?
Minimum Age: 20 years.
Maximum Age: 30 years.
Age relaxation is applicable as per government norms.
What is the application fee for IBPS SO XI Specialist Officer Recruitment 2021?
General: 850
OBC: 850
SC: 175
ST: 175
PwD: 175
What is the selection process for IBPS SO XI Specialist Officer Recruitment 2021?
Preliminary Exam
Mains Exam
Interview
What is the last date to apply for IBPS SO XI Specialist Officer Recruitment 2021?
The last date to apply online is 23 November 2021.
What is the application fee for General category candidates?
The application fee for General and OBC category candidates is INR 850.
What is the educational qualification required for the IT Officer post?
Candidates need a Bachelor's degree with B Level Certificate or an Engineering degree in Computer Science/Computer Applications/Information Technology/Electronics/Electronics & Telecommunications/Electronics & Communication/Electronics & Instrumentation, or a Master's degree.
When will the preliminary exam for IBPS SO XI be conducted?
The preliminary exam is scheduled for 26 December 2021.
When will the admit card for the preliminary exam be available?
The admit card for the preliminary exam will be available from 10 December 2021.
What is the negative marking scheme in the IBPS SO exam?
There is a negative marking of 0.25 marks for each wrong answer in both the preliminary and mains exams.
How many vacancies are there for the Agriculture Field Officer (AFO) post?
There are 884 vacancies for the Agriculture Field Officer (AFO) post.
What is the exam mode for IBPS SO XI Specialist Officer Recruitment?
The exam mode is online (Computer Based Test).
What documents are required to apply for IBPS SO XI?
Required documents include a passport-sized photograph, signature, left thumb impression, handwritten declaration, ID proof, educational certificates, caste certificate (if applicable), disability certificate (if applicable), ex-servicemen certificate (if applicable), age proof certificate, and experience certificate (if applicable).
What is the total number of vacancies for IBPS SO XI Specialist Officer Recruitment 2021?
The total number of vacancies is 1828.
What is the educational qualification required for the Marketing Officer (MO) post?
Candidates need a Master's degree or PG Diploma in Marketing, PGDBA, PGDBM, PGPM, or PGDM.
When will the mains exam result for IBPS SO XI be declared?
The mains exam result will be declared on 15 February 2022.
What is the application fee for SC/ST/PwD candidates?
The application fee for SC/ST/PwD candidates is INR 175.