IBPS Recruitment 2025: Deadline Extended Till July 28 for 6,215 PO, SO Vacancies

The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has officially extended the application deadline for the recruitment of Probationary Officers (PO) and Specialist Officers (SO) under IBPS CRP PO/MT-XV and CRP SPL-XV. Candidates now have time till July 28, 2025, to apply online via the official website - ibps.in.

This extension offers a fresh chance to apply for a total of 6,215 vacancies, including 5,208 posts for POs and 1,007 for SOs in various participating public sector banks.

IBPS 2025 Vacancy Details

Eligibility Criteria

Age Limit: 20 to 30 years as on July 1, 2025

Educational Qualification:

• PO: Graduation in any stream from a recognized university
• SO: Varies based on specialization (IT, HR, Law, etc.)
• Nationality: Indian citizens and select categories (refer to notification)

Application Fee

• General/OBC/EWS: ₹850
• SC/ST/PwBD: ₹175
• Payment Mode: Debit/Credit card, Net Banking, UPI

Important Dates

Registration Window (Extended): Now open till July 28, 2025

Preliminary Exam Dates:

PO: August 17, 23 & 24, 2025

SO: Likely in November 2025

Main Exam: October 12, 2025

Interview & Final Allotment: January-March 2026

How to Apply for IBPS PO/SO Recruitment 2025

1. Visit ibps.in

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

3. Register using your email ID and phone number

4. Fill the form with educational and personal details

5. Upload scanned photo, signature, and documents

6. Pay the required application fee

7. Submit and download your application confirmation

Selection Process

The selection for PO and SO posts is done in three stages:

• Preliminary Examination
• Main Examination
• Interview

Candidates who qualify all stages will be provisionally allotted banks based on merit and preference.

Why This Matters

IBPS is one of the most prestigious recruitment bodies in India. Getting selected through this process provides a secure, respected, and growth-oriented career in the Indian banking sector. With over 6,000 vacancies, this is a golden opportunity for banking aspirants, especially those who missed the earlier deadline.

Pro Tip: Apply early to avoid last-minute server issues and use this extended window to double-check your application details and begin exam preparation.