The IBPS SO (Specialist Officer) Exam is conducted by the Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) to recruit candidates for specialized roles in Public Sector Banks (PSBs) across India. This exam is ideal for candidates with professional qualifications in IT, HR, Law, Marketing, and Agriculture who wish to build a stable and prestigious banking career.
At King Makers School of Banking, we provide comprehensive IBPS SO coaching for Prelims, Mains, and Interview, helping aspirants succeed with expert guidance, updated study material, and full-length mock tests.
Specialist roles in top Public Sector Banks
Job security in India’s banking sector
Job security in India’s banking sector
Specialized fields: IT, HR, Law, Marketing, Agriculture, and Rajbhasha
Before applying for IBPS SO, candidates must fulfill the following criteria:
Nationality:
Must be an Indian citizen
Educational Qualification:
Varies by post (Bachelor’s or Master’s in relevant field)
Age Limit:
20–30 years (Relaxation as per government rules)
Comprehensive 3-tier examination structure designed to assess various skills
and knowledge areas
Tier 1
150 Questions • 125 Marks • 120 Minutes
Tier 2
150 Questions • 125 Marks • 120 Minutes
Main Exam
60 Marks • 45 Minutes
✔ Conducted by participating banks
✔ Marks considered for final selection
Complete subject-wise breakdown of the SBI PO curriculum to help you
prepare systematically
Puzzles, Seating Arrangement, Coding-Decoding, Syllogism
Data Interpretation, Simplification, Arithmetic
Banking Awareness, Current Affairs
Grammar, Vocabulary, Reading Comprehension
● IT: Networking, DBMS, Security, Programming
● Agriculture: Crops, Soil Science, Agri-Economy, Rural Development
● Law: Banking Laws, Constitution, Civil & Criminal Law
● HR: Management, Industrial Relations, Labor Laws
● Marketing: Branding, Product Life Cycle, Digital Marketing
Follow our proven strategies and expert tips to maximize your chances of
success in IBPS SO examination
Focus on English, Reasoning, and Quant for prelims
Practice mock tests & past papers
Work on time management for online exams
Master professional knowledge for your specialized field
Read banking & current affairs daily
Tier 1 & 2
Full syllabus coverage for Prelims & Mains
15+ Years Experience
Dedicated faculty for professional knowledge subjects
Weekly Tests
Regular mock tests & performance analysis
2025 Updated
Specialized coaching for all SO posts
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Interview preparation & personality development
IBPS SO (Specialist Officer) is a national-level exam conducted by IBPS to recruit candidates for specialized roles like IT Officer, Law Officer, HR Officer, Marketing Officer, Agricultural Field Officer, and Rajbhasha Adhikari in 11 public sector banks.
IBPS SO basic pay starts at ₹48,480, with a gross monthly salary of approximately ₹78,000 and an in-hand salary of approximately ₹71,000 per month, plus DA, HRA, Special Allowance, and other perks based on posting location.
Indian citizens aged 20–30 years with a relevant Bachelor's or Master's degree (post-specific — e.g., IT, Law, Agriculture, HR) and basic computer knowledge are eligible to apply.
IBPS SO recruits for IT Officer, Agricultural Field Officer (AFO), HR/Personnel Officer, Law Officer, Marketing Officer, and Rajbhasha Adhikari — all at Scale I level.
IBPS SO has 3 stages: Prelims (150 Q, 125 Marks, 120 min — English, Quant, Reasoning), Mains (Professional Knowledge paper — 60 Marks, 45 min), and a Personal Interview (100 Marks, weighted 20% in final merit).
Yes, 0.25 mark is deducted for every wrong answer in both Prelims and Mains. Accuracy matters more than attempting all questions.
Call +91 8608227273 or contact the admissions team, or visit the KingMakers center in Chennai.
