The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has released the IBPS SO XV 15th Pre Admit Card 2025 on its official website. Candidates who have applied for the Specialist Officer (SO) Recruitment 2025 can now download their admit cards directly from the IBPS portal.
The IBPS SO XV Preliminary Examination is scheduled for 30 August 2025 and will be conducted in Computer Based Test (CBT) mode across different exam centers in India. The recruitment aims to fill 1007 Specialist Officer vacancies in multiple disciplines such as IT, Agriculture, Law, HR, Rajbhasha, and Marketing.
The admit card is a mandatory document that candidates must carry along with a valid photo ID proof on the day of examination.
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IBPS Specialist Officer SO XV Recruitment 2025 – Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Body | Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) |
| Exam Name | IBPS Specialist Officer (SO) XV Recruitment 2025 |
| Total Vacancies | 1007 |
| Admit Card Released On | 22 August 2025 |
| Preliminary Exam Date | 30 August 2025 |
| Mode of Exam | Online (CBT) |
| Official Website | ibps.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | 01 July 2025 |
| Registration Last Date | 28 July 2025 (Extended) |
| Last Date to Pay Fee | 28 July 2025 |
| Application Correction Window | 31 July – 01 August 2025 |
| Prelims Admit Card Release | 22 August 2025 |
| Preliminary Exam Date | 30 August 2025 |
| Prelims Result | To Be Announced |
| Mains Admit Card | To Be Announced |
| Mains Exam Date | To Be Announced |
| Mains Result | To Be Announced |
| Interview & Final Selection | To Be Announced |
IBPS SO XV 2025 – Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹850/- |
| SC / ST | ₹175/- |
| PwD | ₹175/- |
Payment Mode: Online only (Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI).
IBPS SO XV Recruitment 2025 – Age Limit (As on 01 August 2025)
- Minimum Age: 20 Years
- Maximum Age: 30 Years
- Age Relaxation: Applicable as per IBPS rules for SC / ST / OBC / PwD / Ex-Servicemen.
Vacancy Details
The recruitment drive offers 1007 vacancies across multiple disciplines.
| Post Name | Total Vacancies | Eligibility Criteria |
|---|---|---|
| IT Officer (Scale I) | 203 | 4-Year Engineering / Technology / PG Degree in CS / IT / Electronics / Telecommunication / Communication / Instrumentation OR DOEACC “B” Level Exam. |
| Agricultural Field Officer (Scale I) | 310 | 4-Year Graduation in Agriculture / Horticulture / Animal Husbandry / Veterinary Science / Dairy Science / Fishery Science / Agri. Marketing / Forestry / Biotechnology / Food Technology / Agricultural Engg / Agri. Business Mgmt. |
| Rajbhasha Adhikari (Scale I) | 78 | PG Degree in Hindi with English at Graduation OR PG in Sanskrit with English and Hindi at Graduation. |
| Law Officer (Scale I) | 56 | Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LLB) + Enrolled as Advocate with Bar Council. |
| HR / Personnel Officer (Scale I) | 10 | Graduate + 2-Year PG Degree / Diploma in Personnel Management / HR / IR / Social Work / Labour Law. |
| Marketing Officer (Scale I) | 350 | Graduation + 2-Year MMS (Marketing) / MBA (Marketing) / PGDBA / PGDBM / PGPM / PGDM (Marketing specialization). |
| Total | 1007 | — |
How to Download IBPS SO XV Pre Admit Card 2025
Follow the steps below to download the admit card:
- Visit the official IBPS website: ibps.in.
- Click on “IBPS SO XV Pre Admit Card 2025” link on the homepage.
- Enter your Registration Number, Password/Date of Birth, and Captcha Code.
- The admit card will appear on the screen.
- Download it and take a printout for the exam.
Important:
- Check that details like Name, Roll Number, Exam Date, and Center are correct.
- Carry the admit card along with a valid Photo ID proof (Aadhar Card, Voter ID, Passport, Driving License, PAN Card).
- Follow examination and COVID guidelines strictly.
Selection Process
The recruitment process will be conducted in three stages:
- Preliminary Exam (30 August 2025) – Online objective type test covering English, Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude / General Awareness.
- Mains Exam – Subject-specific test based on post applied.
- Interview – Conducted by participating banks in coordination with IBPS.
Final selection will be based on combined marks of Mains Exam + Interview.
IBPS SO XV 2025 – Exam Pattern
Prelims Exam Pattern (for IT, HR, Marketing, Law Officers):
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| English Language | 50 | 25 | 40 min |
| Reasoning Ability | 50 | 50 | 40 min |
| General Awareness (Banking/Financial Awareness) | 50 | 50 | 40 min |
| Total | 150 | 125 | 120 min |
Prelims Exam Pattern (for Rajbhasha & Agriculture Field Officer):
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| English Language | 50 | 25 | 40 min |
| Reasoning Ability | 50 | 50 | 40 min |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 50 | 50 | 40 min |
| Total | 150 | 125 | 120 min |
- Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted for each wrong answer.
- Candidates qualifying prelims will be called for Mains Exam.
Important Links
| Download Pre Admit Card | Click Here |
| Online Application Correction | Click Here |
| Check Application Correction Notice | Click Here |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Check Date Extend Notice | Click Here |
| Check IBPS Notification | Click Here |
| IBPS SO 15th Official Website | Click Here |
FAQs – IBPS SO XV Admit Card 2025
Q1. When was the IBPS SO XV Pre Admit Card released?
Ans. The admit card was released on 22 August 2025.
Q2. What is the exam date for IBPS SO XV Prelims 2025?
Ans. The exam will be conducted on 30 August 2025.
Q3. How many vacancies are available in IBPS SO XV Recruitment 2025?
Ans. A total of 1007 Specialist Officer posts are available.
Q4. What is the age limit for IBPS SO XV 2025?
Ans. The age limit is 20 – 30 years as on 01 August 2025.
Q5. How can I download the IBPS SO XV Prelims Admit Card?
Ans. Candidates can download it from the official IBPS portal using their Registration Number and Password/Date of Birth.
Q6. What documents should I carry to the exam hall?
Ans. Admit Card, valid Photo ID proof, and a recent passport-size photograph.
Q7. What is the selection process for IBPS SO XV Recruitment 2025?
Ans. The process includes Prelims Exam, Mains Exam, Interview, and Document Verification.
Q8. Is there negative marking in the IBPS SO XV exam?
Ans. Yes, 0.25 marks will be deducted for every wrong answer.
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