- Age limit
- 20–30 yrs · age counted on 1 Jul 2026
- Age relaxation
- OBC-NCL +3 yrs · SC +5 yrs · ST +5 yrs
- Qualification
- Each post needs a specific degree, with the result declared by 21 Jul 2026: IT Officer a 4-year B.E./B.Tech in Computer Science, IT or Electronics (or a PG degree in these, or graduation plus DOEACC 'B' level); Agricultural Field Officer a 4-year degree in Agriculture, Horticulture, Animal Husbandry, Veterinary, Dairy, Fishery, Food Technology or another listed allied subject; Law Officer an LL.B. with enrolment as an advocate with the Bar Council.
- State
- All India
IBPS SO XVI 2026 CRP SPL-XVI · Agriculture Field Officer and other specialist posts
1 Nov 2026
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IBPS SO XVI 2026 (CRP SPL-XVI) is conducted by the Institute of Banking Personnel Selection, open to candidates from all over India. Age 20–30 years as on 1 Jul 2026 (General: born 2 Jul 1996 – 1 Jul 2006); minimum qualification: Graduate.
Can you apply?
At a glance
- Notice
- CRP SPL-XVI
- Age
- 20–30 years · on 1 Jul 2026 · varies by post Relaxation: OBC-NCL +3 · SC +5 · ST +5 years
- Date of birth
- 2 Jul 1996 – 1 Jul 2006 · General / UR · EWS2 Jul 1993 – 1 Jul 2006 · OBC-NCL2 Jul 1991 – 1 Jul 2006 · SC · ST
- Qualification
- Graduate · lowest across posts
- Where
- All India
- Exam date
- Held 1 Nov 2026
Official links
- Admit cardibpsreg.ibps.in · 22 Oct 2026
- Prelims resultibpsreg.ibps.in · 15 Oct 2026
- Official websiteibps.in
- Official notification (PDF)ibps.in · 1 Jul 2026
- Updated vacancies as on 20.07.2026 (post-, bank- and category-wise)ibps.in · 20 Jul 2026
Fees are paid only on the official site. Sahi Exam never asks for money.
Key dates
Eligibility by post
- Age limit
- 20–30 yrs · age counted on 1 Jul 2026
- Age relaxation
- OBC-NCL +3 yrs · SC +5 yrs · ST +5 yrs
- Qualification
- Each post needs a specific postgraduate qualification, with the result declared by 21 Jul 2026: Rajbhasha Adhikari a PG degree in Hindi (with English at graduation) or in Sanskrit (with English and Hindi at graduation); HR/Personnel Officer graduation plus a 2-year full-time PG degree or diploma in Personnel Management, Industrial Relations, HR, HRD, Social Work or Labour Law; Marketing Officer graduation plus a 2-year full-time MBA/MMS/PGDM (or similar) in Marketing.
- State
- All India
How selection works
- Online Preliminary exam
- Online Main exam
- Interview
- Provisional allotment to a bank
Fee and pay
- SC, ST, PwBD
- ₹175
- All others
- ₹850
- Pay
- Scale I: basic pay ₹48,480–85,920As printed in the official notice.
Always confirm the details in the official notification before you apply.
Common questions about IBPS SO XVI 2026 (CRP SPL-XVI)
What is the last date to apply for IBPS SO XVI 2026 (CRP SPL-XVI)?
The last date to apply is 21 Jul 2026. Applications open on 1 Jul 2026.
When is the IBPS SO XVI 2026 (CRP SPL-XVI) exam?
The exam was held on 1 Nov 2026.
What is the age limit for IBPS SO XVI 2026 (CRP SPL-XVI)?
20–30 years, counted as on 1 Jul 2026. How age is counted
What is the date of birth limit for IBPS SO XVI 2026 (CRP SPL-XVI)?
General / UR · EWS: born 2 Jul 1996 – 1 Jul 2006; OBC-NCL: born 2 Jul 1993 – 1 Jul 2006; SC · ST: born 2 Jul 1991 – 1 Jul 2006. How the birth-date window works
Is there age relaxation in IBPS SO XVI 2026 (CRP SPL-XVI)?
Yes. The upper age limit is relaxed by 3 years for OBC-NCL, 5 years for SC and 5 years for ST. Persons with disabilities get extra relaxation too — see the official notification for the exact years. Age relaxation explained
What qualification do I need for IBPS SO XVI 2026 (CRP SPL-XVI)?
At least: Graduate. The exact requirement differs by post — see “Eligibility by post” above.
When will the IBPS SO XVI 2026 (CRP SPL-XVI) admit card be released?
The admit card date is 22 Oct 2026.
Where is the official notification for IBPS SO XVI 2026 (CRP SPL-XVI)?
It is published by the Institute of Banking Personnel Selection. Applications are made on ibps.in. Open the official notification ↗
How do I know if I’m eligible for IBPS SO XVI 2026 (CRP SPL-XVI)?
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