IBPS PO, SO Recruitment 2025: Last Date to Apply for 6,215 Vacancies at ibps.in

Published: Sunday, July 20, 2025, 12:17 [IST]

The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) is closing the registration window for its Probationary Officer (PO) and Specialist Officer (SO) recruitment drive on July 21, 2025. Candidates who have not yet applied can register online at the official portal - ibps.in.

IBPS PO, SO Recruitment 2025: Last Date to Apply

This year's recruitment includes 5,208 vacancies for PO/Management Trainee (MT) posts and 1,007 vacancies for SO posts in various public sector banks. The application window will not be extended, so interested candidates are advised to apply immediately.

Post-wise Vacancies

PO/MT: 5,208 positions

SO (Specialist Officer): 1,007 posts under the following categories:

IT Officer
Agricultural Field Officer
Marketing Officer
Law Officer
HR/Personnel Officer
Rajbhasha Adhikari

Eligibility Criteria

For PO/MT:

Education: A graduate degree in any discipline from a recognized university.
Age: Between 20 and 30 years as on July 1, 2025. Age relaxation is applicable for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD candidates.

For SO:

Education: A specific degree relevant to the post applied for (e.g., Engineering, Law, MBA, etc.).
Age: 20 to 30 years with applicable relaxations

Key Dates to Remember

Event	Dates
Online Registration Ends	July 21, 2025
PO Prelims Exam	August 17, 23 & 24, 2025
PO Mains Exam	12 October, 2025
SO Prelims Exam	August 30, 2025
SO Mains Exam	November 9, 2025
Interviews	Tentatively Scheduled for January 2026
Final Result & Allotment	Expected by March 2026

Application Fees

General/OBC/EWS: ₹850

SC/ST/PwBD: ₹175

Fees are to be paid online during the application process.

IBPS PO / SO 2025 Application Process:

To apply, follow these steps:

1. Visit ibps.in

2. Click on "CRP PO/MT-XIV" or "CRP SPL-XV" under the recruitment section

3. Register as a new user by entering your basic details

4. Upload documents such as photo, signature, and identity proof

5. Complete the application form and select bank preferences

6. Pay the fee and submit the form

7. Download the confirmation page and application printout for future reference

Selection Procedure

PO/MT Selection Includes:

Preliminary Exam (Objective)
Mains Exam (Objective + Descriptive)
Personal Interview
Final Merit List Based on Combined Scores

SO Selection Includes:

Prelims Exam
Mains Exam (Role-Specific Professional Knowledge)
Interview
Final Merit List

The final allotment will be based on cumulative performance in all three stages.

Exam Preparation Tips

Start early preparation with the latest IBPS syllabus.
Focus on Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning, English, and General Awareness.
Practice mock tests and solve previous year papers.
For SO roles, sharpen your domain-specific knowledge.
Improve time management and accuracy to perform well in the exams.

Final Call to Candidates

IBPS PO and SO recruitment offers a golden opportunity to join reputed government banks in India. With over 6,000 vacancies available, this recruitment drive can be a career-defining move for aspirants seeking job stability, growth, and prestige in the banking sector.

Make sure to complete your application before July 21, and begin preparation for the competitive exams that follow. Stay tuned to ibps.in for future updates including exam admit cards and schedule confirmations.