IBPS SO Apply Online 2026 Started for 745 Posts, Check Application Fee and Steps to Apply - Overview

IBPS has officially released the recruitment notification for multiple posts. Eligible candidates can apply online from See official notification to See official notification at www.adda247.com. Detailed eligibility, age limit, application fee, selection process, salary and how-to-apply information is provided below.

Important Dates & Quick Information

Recruitment Details

The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection has activated the IBPS SO Apply Online 2026 Link on 1st July 2026 . Candidates interested in Specialist Officer posts can submit their application forms through the official IBPS website @www.ibps.in.

In this article, we provide the latest updates on the IBPS SO 2026 application process, including the direct link to apply online, steps to apply, details mentioned on it, application fee, and much more.

The IBPS SO 2026 online application process is conducted entirely online from 1st to 21st July 2026. Candidates must complete registration, upload documents, pay the application fee, and submit the form before the last date. As per the IBPS Calendar 2026, the Preliminary Exam is scheduled for 29th August 2026, and the Mains Exam will be conducted on 1st November 2026.

The direct link to apply online for IBPS SO 2026 has been activated on the official IBPS portal. Candidates are advised to keep all required documents ready before starting the registration process.

The IBPS SO Application Fee for each category is given in the table below. The category-wise application fee is expected to remain similar to the previous recruitment cycle.

Eligibility / Yogyata

Educational Qualification

• Required qualification: See official notification
• From a recognized University / Board / Institute
• For exact post-wise eligibility, refer to the official notification PDF

Age Limit

Age limit: See official notification. Age relaxation is available as per Government of India / State Government rules — OBC (NCL) +3 years, SC/ST +5 years, PwBD +10 years, Ex-Servicemen as per applicable rules.

Selection Process

1. Online Written Examination / CBT: Objective MCQ test covering relevant subjects, general awareness, reasoning and aptitude.
2. Skill Test / Interview: Wherever applicable for shortlisted candidates.
3. Document Verification: Original certificate verification at the final stage.
4. Medical Examination: For posts that require medical fitness.

Salary / Vetan

Selected candidates will be paid as per the official pay scale. As per 7th Pay Commission / pay matrix plus DA, HRA, TA and other admissible allowances. Government job benefits include PF, gratuity, NPS pension, medical facility, LTC and job security.

How to Apply Online

1. Visit the official website: www.adda247.com
2. Find and click the recruitment notification link
3. Register with name, email, mobile number
4. Login and fill the complete online application form
5. Upload scanned photograph, signature and supporting documents
6. Pay the application fee online (where applicable): Rs. 850/-
7. Review all details carefully and submit the form
8. Download and print the confirmation page
9. Apply before the last date: See official notification

Documents Required

• 10th & 12th Class Certificates (DOB proof)
• Graduation / Diploma / ITI certificate as per qualification
• Caste Certificate (SC/ST/OBC – Central/State Govt format)
• EWS Certificate (if applicable, valid for current FY)
• PwBD Certificate (if applicable, 40%+ disability)
• Ex-Servicemen Discharge Book (if applicable)
• Recent passport-size photograph + Signature scan
• Aadhar Card / PAN Card / Voter ID / Driving Licence

FAQs

Q1. Is bharti mein kitni vacancies hain?

Ans: Total multiple posts notified hain. Detailed category-wise breakdown official notification PDF mein hai.

Q2. Online form kab tak bhara jayega?

Ans: Online application See official notification se shuru hai aur antim tithi See official notification hai. Apply karein www.adda247.com par.

Q3. Eligibility kya hai?

Ans: Required qualification See official notification hai recognized University / Board se. Age limit See official notification hai.

Q4. Application fee kitni hai?

Ans: General/OBC/EWS candidates ke liye fee Rs. 850/- hai. SC/ST/PwBD/Female candidates ke liye fee mein chhoot ho sakti hai — official notification check karein.

Q5. Salary kitni hoti hai?

Ans: As per 7th Pay Commission / pay matrix, plus DA, HRA, TA aur anya government allowances. Total in-hand competitive government salary milti hai with full job security and benefits.

Source: Notification reference. For exact and most up-to-date details, always refer to the official notification on the organization website.