The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has officially released its Recruitment Notification 2025, offering over 5,000 vacancies across multiple roles—ranging from Probationary Officers (PO) and Specialist Officers (SO) to Analyst Programmer, Hindi Officer, and more.
What’s New in IBPS 2025?
- 5,208 PO positions released across 8+ banks
- Specialist Officer (SO) roles open in 6 key categories including IT, Agriculture, Law, and Marketing
- New technical positions like Analyst Programmer (Python) and Division Head for IT
- Entire process is online—no need for physical document submission
Vacancy Overview (Category-Wise Breakdown)
Post Title | No. of Vacancies |
---|---|
Probationary Officer (PO) | 5,208 |
Specialist Officer (SO) – Scale I | 1,007 |
Analyst Programmer – Python | 1 |
Hindi Officer | 1 |
Division Head (Finance/IT) | 2 (1 each) |
Banker Faculty (Technical + General) | 2 |
Bank-wise PO Vacancies
Bank Name | PO Vacancies |
---|---|
Bank of Baroda | 1,000 |
Canara Bank | 1,000 |
Bank of Maharashtra | 1,000 |
Bank of India | 700 |
Central Bank of India | 500 |
Indian Overseas Bank | 450 |
Punjab and Sind Bank | 358 |
Punjab National Bank | 200 |
Eligibility Criteria (By Post)
Here’s a simplified look at the qualification required:
- Probationary Officer (PO): Graduation in any discipline from a recognized university
- SO – IT Officer (Scale I): 4-year Engineering degree in CS/IT/Electronics
- SO – Law Officer: LLB + Bar Council registration
- SO – HR/Personnel: Graduate + 2-year PG in HR/IR/Labour Law
- SO – Marketing: Graduate + Full-time MBA or PGDM in Marketing
- SO – Agriculture: 4-year degree in Agri/Forestry/Veterinary or related streams
- Rajbhasha Adhikari: PG in Hindi with English at UG level
- Analyst Programmer (Python): BE/B.Tech in CS/IT or MCA
- Hindi Officer: Master’s in Hindi + English as a subject at graduation
- Division Head (Finance): PG in Commerce / CA preferred
- Division Head (IT): BE/B.Tech or Master’s in relevant tech field
- Banker Faculty (Tech): B.Tech + domain exposure (Risk, Cybersecurity, AI preferred)
How to Apply for IBPS 2025?
- Visit the official IBPS website – www.ibps.in
- Click on “CRP PO/MT” or “CRP SO” under Recent Updates
- Register with your mobile number and email
- Log in and fill out your application form
- Upload the required documents
- Pay the application fee online
- Submit and download your confirmation receipt
Important Dates to Remember
Event | Date Range |
---|---|
Online Registration | July 1 – July 21, 2025 |
PO/SO Prelims Admit Card | August 2025 |
Preliminary Exam | August 2025 |
Prelims Result | September 2025 |
Main Exam (SO & PO) | November 2025 |
Interview (for shortlisted) | Dec 2025 – Jan 2026 |
Final Allotment | Jan–Feb 2026 |
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Uploading low-resolution or unclear photos/signature
- Choosing the wrong post while registering—cannot be changed later
- Missing your preferred exam center while selecting cities
- Ignoring email notifications—exam updates come fast
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: Can final-year students apply?
No, only those who’ve completed graduation by July 1, 2025, are eligible.
Q: Are there age relaxations?
Yes, as per government rules—SC/ST, OBC, Ex-Servicemen, and PwD candidates get age relaxation.
Q: Is there a separate exam for each post?
Yes, POs and SOs have different papers. Analyst and Faculty roles may have shortlisting + interview only.
Q: How many banks participate in IBPS SO 2025?
11 banks including BOB, BOI, Canara, Union Bank, and PNB are taking part.
Final Thought
This may not be the easiest exam out there—but it opens doors that matter. If you meet the criteria, it’s worth a try.
For full details, visit the official site:
https://www.ibps.in