IBPS SO 2024: Official Notification Released, Application Process Started, Exam Details, and Selection Procedure
IBPS SO 2024: Official Notification Released, Application Process Started, Exam Details, and Selection Procedure
The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has recently released the official notification for IBPS SO 2024 on its website www.ibps.in, on August 01, 2023. A total of 1402 vacancies are available for various posts, including Marketing Officer, IT Officer, Law Officer, HR/Personnel Officer, Agriculture Field Officer, and Rajbhasha Adhikari. Among these, 500 vacancies are designated for the AFO posts. The application process commenced on August 01 and will be open until August 21, 2023.
IBPS SO 2023 Prelims Exam is scheduled to be held on December 30 and 31, 2023, while the Main Examination will take place on January 28, 2024.
What is IBPS SO?
The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) conducts the Specialist Officer (SO) Examination to facilitate the recruitment of eligible candidates for various public sector banks in India. IBPS is a government-owned bank personnel recruitment agency, established in 1975.
IBPS SO Exam Date 2024:
Below are the important exam dates for IBPS SO 2024:
- Start of Online Application: August 01, 2023
- Last Date of Registration: August 21, 2023
- Admit Card Release: To be announced
- Online IBPS SO Exam (Preliminary): December 30-31, 2023
- Preliminary Exam Results: To be announced
- Main Exam Admit Card Release: To be announced
- IBPS SO Main Examination: January 28, 2024
- Main Exam Results: To be announced
- Conduct of Interview: To be announced
IBPS SO 2024 – Highlights:
Here are some important details about the IBPS SO 2024 exam:
- Exam Name: IBPS SO (Institute of Banking Personnel Selection – Specialist Officer)
- Conducting Body: Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS)
- Participating Institutes: IDBI Bank, Union Bank of India, Indian Overseas Bank, Central Bank of India, etc.
- Application Mode: Online
- Exam Mode: Online (computer-based test)
- Official Website: www.ibps.in
IBPS SO Notification 2024:
The IBPS SO 2024 notification has been published on the official website on August 01, 2023. The notification announces a total of 1402 vacancies for various posts, and interested candidates can apply from August 01 to 21, 2023.
IBPS SO Vacancy 2024:
The detailed vacancy information for IBPS SO 2024 is available on the official website. Here is a summary:
- IT Officer (Scale-I): 120 vacancies
- Agriculture Officer (Scale-I): 500 vacancies
- Marketing Officer (Scale-I): 700 vacancies
- Law Officer (Scale-I): 10 vacancies
- HR/Personnel Officer (Scale-I): 31 vacancies
- Rajbhasha Adhikari (Scale-I): 41 vacancies
IBPS SO Eligibility Criteria 2024:
Interested candidates should check the eligibility criteria for IBPS SO 2024 before applying. The eligibility criteria include nationality, age limit, and educational qualifications.
IBPS SO Nationality:
- Candidates must be Indian citizens, subjects of Nepal or Bhutan, or both.
- Tibetan Refugees who entered India before January 1, 1962, with the intention of permanent residence, or individuals who migrated to India from certain East African countries with the intention of permanent residence are also eligible.
IBPS SO Age Limit:
- Lower Age Limit: 20 years as of January 01, 2023
- Upper Age Limit: 30 years as of January 01, 2023
- Age relaxation is applicable for SC/ST, OBC, PWD, Ex-Serviceman, and other eligible categories.
IBPS SO Educational Qualification:
The educational qualifications vary based on the posts. Below are the details:
- IT Officer Scale I: Four-year engineering/technology degree or Post-Graduation in relevant disciplines.
- Agriculture Field Officer Scale I: 4-year Degree (graduation) in Agriculture or related fields.
- Rajbhasha Adhikari Scale I: Post Graduate Degree in Hindi or Sanskrit with English at the degree level.
- Law Officer: Bachelor Degree in Law (LLB) and enrolled as an advocate with Bar Council.
- HR/Personnel Officer: Graduate and Two Years Full-time Post Graduate degree or Diploma in relevant disciplines.
- Marketing Officer: Graduate and Two Years Full-time MMS/MBA/PGDBA/PGDBM/PGPM/PGDM with specialization in Marketing.
IBPS SO 2024 Online Application:
The application form for IBPS SO 2024 is available on the official website from August 01 to 21, 2023. Here are the steps to apply:
- Visit the official website – ibps.in
- Click on Specialist Officers, then click on the yellow tab “Click Here for New Registration.”
- Fill in the registration form with your Name, Mobile number, Email ID, and security pin.
- You will receive a registration number and password via SMS and email.
- Log in using your registration number and password.
- Enter your personal, educational, and contact details.
- Upload scanned images of your passport size photograph, signature, left thumb impression, and handwritten declaration as per prescribed specifications.
- Pay the application fee and submit the form.
IBPS SO Application Fee:
Candidates need to pay the application fee using debit card, credit card, or net banking options.
- General/OBC: Rs. 850/-
- SC/ST/PWD: Rs. 175/-
IBPS SO Selection Process 2024:
The IBPS SO selection process consists of three stages:
- Prelims
- Mains
- Interview
IBPS SO Exam Pattern 2024:
The IBPS SO 2024 exam will follow a specific exam pattern for both Prelims and Mains. The preliminary exam is a qualifying phase for the mains.
Preliminary Exam Pattern:
The exam pattern for IBPS SO Preliminary exam varies based on the post.
For Rajbhasha Adhikari & Law Officer:
- Reasoning: 50 questions, 25 marks, 40 minutes
- English Language: 50 questions, 50 marks, 40 minutes
- General Awareness with Special Reference to the Banking Industry: 50 questions, 50 marks, 40 minutes
For I.T, Agricultural, Personnel/HR & Marketing Officer:
- Reasoning: 50 questions, 25 marks, 40 minutes
- English Language: 50 questions, 50 marks, 40 minutes
- Quantitative Aptitude: 50 questions, 50 marks, 40 minutes
Mains Exam Pattern:
The Mains exam pattern varies for different posts.
For Rajbhasha Adhikari & Law Officer:
- Professional Knowledge: 60 questions, 60 marks, 45 minutes
For I.T, Agricultural, Personnel/HR & Marketing Officer:
- Professional Knowledge (Objective): 45 questions, 60 marks, 30 minutes
- Professional Knowledge (Descriptive): 2 questions, 30 minutes
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