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IBPS SO Selection Procedure 2025 - Dates, Phase wise Explanation
Edited By Meghana Mohana Krishnan | Updated on Jul 01, 2025 12:06 PM IST | #IBPS SO
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The Institute of Banking Personnel (IBPS) conducts the IBPS SO exam 2025 on a national level. The IBPS SO 2025 selection procedure consists of three phases - preliminary, mains and personal interview. The IBPS SO exam is conducted to recruit candidates for the post of Specialist Officers (SO) in nationalised banks of India.
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- IBPS SO Phases 2025
- IBPS SO Preliminary Exam 2025
- IBPS SO Mains Exam 2025
- IBPS SO Interview 2025
Candidates need to qualify in each phase as per the selection procedure of IBPS SO 2025 to get recruited in the exam. According to the IBPS SO selection procedure 2025, the preliminary and mains phase is conducted in online mode while the personal interview is conducted in offline mode. Check more details related to the IBPS SO 2025 selection procedure here.
IBPS SO Phases 2025
IBPS SO Preliminary Exam 2025
IBPS SO Mains Exam 2025
IBPS SO Interview 2025
IBPS SO Exam Dates 2025
From the following table candidates can check all the IBPS SO exam dates 2025. Aspirants are advised to check the dates so that they don’t miss on any major events.
IBPS SO 2025 Exam Dates
IBPS SO 2025 Events | Dates |
IBPS SO Notification 2025 Release Date | July 1, 2025 |
IBPS SO Online Registration Starts | July 1, 2025 |
Last Date to Apply for IBPS SO 2025 | July 21, 2025 |
Prelims Admit Card Release Date | August 2025 |
IBPS SO Prelims Exam 2025 | August 30, 2025 |
IBPS SO 2025 Prelims Result Declaration | September 2025 |
IBPS SO Mains Admit Card Release Date | September/ October 2025 |
IBPS SO Mains Exam 2025 | November 9, 2025 |
IBPS SO Mains Result Declaration | November 2025 |
IBPS SO Interview date | December 2025/ January 2026 |
IBPS SO Final Result Declaration | January/ February 2026 |
Quick links:
- IBPS SO Admit Card 2025
- IBPS SO Exam Centres 2025
- IBPS SO Eligibility Criteria 2025
- IBPS SO Exam Pattern 2025
IBPS SO Preliminary Exam 2025
The preliminary exam is the first stage of the IBPS SO selection process 2025. Candidates who successfully submit their IBPS SO 2025 application form will be eligible to appear for the preliminary stage. The preliminary stage is conducted in online mode and there are a total of 150 questions asked in the exam. The total marks are 125 with time duration of 40 minutes. The questions will be asked from four subjects - Reasoning, English language, General awareness with special reference to banking industry. Candidates who qualify in the preliminary stage will be eligible to appear in the mains stage.
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IBPS SO Mains Exam 2025
The mains stage is the second phase of the IBPS SO exam. The mains stage is conducted for two posts - Law Officer, IT Officer, Agriculture Field Officer, HR/Personnel Officer and Marketing Officer and Rajbhasha Adhikari. For law officers and other posts, there will be 60 questions of 60 marks from Professional Knowledge with time duration of 45 minutes. For Rajbhasha Adhikari, the questions will be from 45 questions from Professional Knowledge (Objective) of 60 marks and 2 questions from Professional Knowledge (Descriptive).
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IBPS SO Interview 2025
Candidates who qualify Mains exam will be eligible to appear in the IBPS SO interview process. The interview will be conducted in offline mode, post qualifying the interview stage, the final merit list will be released. It is important for candidates to perform exceptionally well in the IBPS SO Interview Process as the candidate's final selection will be based on how their performance in the interview.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. What is the Application fee for IBPS SO recruitment?
The application fee is Rs. 175 rupees for SC/ST/PWD/EXSM candidates, while for General candidates it is Rs. 850.
2. How many times can I appear for this IBPS SO Exam?
Candidates can apply for the IBPS SO exam until their upper age limit which is 30 years.
3. IBPS SO Examination will be held in which mode?
The preliminary and mains exam is held in online mode, while the interview stage is conducted in offline mode.
4. Is the IBPS SO exam bilingual?
Yes, IBPS SO is bilingual and is conducted in English and Hindi.
5. Is IBPS so exam tough?
No, the exam is not very tough and candidates who have good command over reasoning and general awareness can successfully qualify it.
6. What is the age limit to appear for IBPS SO 2025?
Candidates in the age between 20-30 can apply for the IBPS SO 2025.
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Have a question related to IBPS SO ?
Hello,
Yes, you are likely eligible for the IBPS SO IT exam. Because you completed your bachelor of technology degree in industrial IOT with a minor in CS, which is an important department for this exam. Also, you meet all eligibility criteria for this examination.
I hope it resolves your query!!
Rahul Mandal 27 July,2025
I have also same doubt as I am also from industrial ioT but ibps not mentioned any degree or related field confuse should i preper or not if got ans please let me know
Ycyc Fufuf6fu 27 July,2025
Yes, with a PGDM in Finance, you are likely eligible to apply for the IBPS SO (Specialist Officer) exam for the Finance Officer position in 2025, provided you meet the other eligibility criteria.
IBPS SO Eligibility:
The IBPS SO exam recruits Specialist Officers for various positions in participating banks.
Finance Officer Eligibility:
For the Finance Officer (Scale I) position, IBPS typically specifies a graduate degree with a post-graduate qualification or diploma in Finance or a related field.
PGDM in Finance:
Your PGDM in Finance likely meets the required post-graduate qualification criteria.
Other Criteria:
Ensure you also meet the age limit (typically between 20-30 years, with relaxations for certain categories) and any other specific requirements mentioned in the official IBPS SO notification.
Check the Notification:
Always refer to the official IBPS notification for the most accurate and up-to-date information on eligibility criteria, including specific requirements for each post.
sadafreen356 03 April,2025
Yes, you are eligible to apply for the IBPS SO HR Personnel role with your MBA in HRM from DDCE Utkal University. The eligibility criteria require a degree in HR or a related field from a recognized university, which you meet with your qualification.
Ankit 22 January,2025
Hello,
To be eligible for the IBPS SO (Institute of Banking Personnel Selection Specialist Officer) exam under the general category, candidates typically need to be within the age range of 20 to 30 years as of a specific cutoff date , which is generally defined in the notification for that exam cycle.
Born on May 20, 1995, you would be 29 years old in 2024. If the cutoff date falls within that year and the upper age limit remains at 30 years, you would still be eligible to apply under the general category for that cycle .
To know more details about eligibility criteria, visit : https://competition.careers360.com/articles/ibps-so-eligibility
Hope it helps !
Prachi Kumari 12 November,2024
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