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The IBPS SO Mains 2026 exam (CRP SPL-XVI) is scheduled for 1 November 2026 for candidates who cleared the Specialist Officer prelims. IBPS released the prelims result on 15 October 2026. The recruitment now covers a revised 1,043 Specialist Officer (Scale I) vacancies in public sector banks, up from 745 announced earlier.
IBPS SO Mains 2026 – Key Facts
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruitment | IBPS CRP SPL-XVI (Specialist Officers) |
| Revised vacancies | 1,043 |
| Prelims held | 29 August 2026 |
| Prelims result | 15 October 2026 |
| Mains exam | 1 November 2026 |
| Interview | November/December 2026 |
| Provisional allotment | January 2027 (tentative) |
| Official website | ibps.in |
Post-wise Vacancies (Revised)
| Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| IT Officer | 376 |
| Agricultural Field Officer | 370 |
| Law Officer | 125 |
| Rajbhasha Adhikari | 102 |
| HR/Personnel Officer | 60 |
| Marketing Officer | 10 |
IBPS SO Mains 2026 Exam Pattern
- Professional knowledge test of the respective post (objective)
- For Rajbhasha Adhikari, the mains also includes a descriptive test
- Negative marking of 0.25 marks per wrong answer
- Only the mains score (professional knowledge) is used for shortlisting for the interview
Final Selection
- Interview of 100 marks conducted by participating banks
- Final merit: 80% weightage to mains and 20% to the interview
- Pay: JMGS-I scale starting at a basic pay of ₹48,480
Last-Week Preparation Tips
- IT Officer: Revise DBMS, networking, OS, data structures and cyber security.
- Agricultural Field Officer: Focus on agronomy, soil science, horticulture and government schemes.
- Law Officer: Banking laws, contract law, negotiable instruments, SARFAESI and RBI rules.
- HR/Marketing: HR concepts and labour laws; marketing mix and banking products.
- Attempt at least three full-length mocks before 1 November.
Download the Admit Card
Mains call letters are issued on ibps.in about a week before the exam. Log in with your registration number and password, then print the call letter. Read our Bank Exam Admit Cards section for updates.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Do not spend the last week starting new topics. Focus on revision, short notes and mock tests. Read questions carefully, as professional knowledge questions often test fine differences between similar concepts. Avoid blind guessing because of negative marking, and reach the exam centre early with your call letter and photo ID to avoid stress.
IBPS SO Mains 2026: Quick Checklist for Candidates
Use this simple checklist to stay on track with IBPS SO Mains 2026 updates and avoid last-minute problems.
- Bookmark the official website and check it regularly instead of relying on forwarded messages.
- Keep your registration number, password and date of birth details safe.
- Download admit cards, results and notices as soon as they are released and keep a printed copy.
- Carry an original photo ID and the documents listed in the official notice on exam or verification day.
- Continue preparation for the next stage while waiting for results.
Staying organised in this way helps you make the most of IBPS SO Mains 2026 and move confidently to the next stage.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When is IBPS SO Mains 2026?
On 1 November 2026.
How many vacancies are there?
1,043 after revision.
What is the weightage of mains and interview?
80% mains and 20% interview.
Where can I download the call letter?
On the official website ibps.in.
Related: IBPS Jobs | IBPS Clerk Mains Exam Date 2026
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