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Introduction
The IBPS Specialist Officer (SO) Exam stands as a pinnacle of prestige and competition, annually hosting a rigorous assessment to enlist specialist officers across various public sector banks in India. It serves as a distinguished pathway for aspirants aiming for a flourishing career within the banking sector, boasting specialized skills in diverse fields such as Information Technology (IT), Human Resources (HR), Marketing, Legal, Agriculture, and beyond.
For individuals harboring expertise in their respective domains, the IBPS SO Exam symbolizes an unparalleled opportunity to immerse themselves in the banking industry, offering a platform to make substantial contributions to the nation's financial sector's growth and evolution. The examination's significance lies in its ability to identify and select the most deserving and competent candidates, ensuring that only those equipped with the requisite knowledge and aptitude are entrusted with pivotal roles within banking organizations.
Moreover, the IBPS SO Exam's selection process is renowned for its comprehensiveness and transparency, fostering a level playing field for all applicants. Through a series of meticulously designed tests and evaluations, it meticulously assesses candidates' capabilities, encompassing not just academic prowess but also analytical thinking, problem-solving skills, and domain-specific expertise. The IBPS SO Exam epitomizes a gateway to a fulfilling and rewarding career in the banking sector, attracting individuals driven by ambition, dedication, and a passion for excellence. Its role extends beyond mere recruitment, serving as a catalyst for fostering talent, innovation, and professionalism within the financial landscape of the nation, thereby shaping the future of banking in India.
IBPS SO Exam Dates 2024
The IBPS Notification spans across diverse posts such as IT, marketing, HR, and more. While the syllabus and exam pattern vary for each post, the uniformity lies in the exam dates. The preliminary stage remains consistent across all IBPS SO posts, underscoring the importance of staying abreast of the 2024 exam dates to avoid overlooking critical details.
The IBPS SO exam dates are crucial milestones for aspirants to mark on their calendars. These dates serve as checkpoints for preparation, ensuring candidates are well-equipped to tackle the challenges posed by the examination. Keeping track of the exam dates enables candidates to plan their study schedules effectively, allocate sufficient time for revision, and strategize their approach towards achieving success in the IBPS SO examination.
By staying vigilant and adhering to the designated exam dates, candidates can navigate through the various stages of the IBPS SO recruitment process with confidence and precision, ultimately enhancing their chances of securing a coveted specialist officer position within the esteemed public sector banks of India.
IBPS SO Important Dates
Events | Tentative Dates |
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Online registration including Edit/Modification of Application | To be notified later |
Payment of Application Fees/ Intimation Charges (Online) | To be notified later |
Download of call letters for Online examination – Preliminary | To be notified later |
Online Examination – Preliminary | To be notified later |
Result of Online exam – Preliminary | To be notified later |
Download of Call letter for Online exam – Main | To be notified later |
Online Examination – Main | To be notified later |
Download of call letters for interview | To be notified later |
Conduct of interview | To be notified later |
Provisional Allotment | To be notified later |
IBPS SO Interview Dates
Following the completion of Stage 1 and 2 of the IBPS SO Exam, successful candidates progress to the final round – the interview stage. Only those shortlisted from the IBPS SO Mains Exams participate in this phase. After the release of the IBPS SO Mains result, candidates are summoned for the interview round.
Upon completion of the interviews, a merit list is compiled based on the aggregate scores of the Mains exam and the interview performance. Subsequently, selected candidates are allocated to their respective job locations. This entire process typically spans a duration of approximately two months from the conclusion of the final interview round, ensuring a thorough and systematic selection process for specialist officer positions within the public sector banks of India.
Importance of knowing the IBPS SO Exam Dates
Having prior knowledge of exam dates provides several benefits. It allows for effective time management, reducing last-minute stress from unforeseen disruptions.
Imagine traveling on a road with no idea of its length or the pace needed to reach your destination. Such uncertainty can cause confusion and frustration. Similarly, preparing for an exam without knowing its date can lead to a sense of aimlessness and confusion. Therefore, understanding the exam schedule is essential for planning and structuring your preparation effectively.
By knowing the exam dates, you can allocate your time wisely, set realistic study goals, and maintain a balanced approach to preparation. This clarity enables you to navigate the preparation process with confidence, ensuring you are adequately prepared for the challenges ahead.
Steps to download the admit card
- Visit the official website of IBPS.
- Click the 'Admit Card' link on the home page.
- In the login panel, enter your registration number or roll number and date of birth or password.
- IBPS SO admit card appears on the screen.
- Download the admit card and take its printout.
IBPS SO Exam Centres
The IBPS Specialist Officer (SO) exam is conducted online, necessitating the availability of exam centers across India. These centers are equipped with all necessary facilities and support to ensure a smooth examination process. Applicants have the flexibility to choose their preferred exam center according to their desired state and city during the application process. Once the IBPS SO application form is submitted, candidates cannot modify their choice of center. It's important to note that IBPS reserves the right to make changes to the list of exam centers at its discretion. Therefore, candidates should remain updated with any announcements or notifications regarding exam center modifications. Adhering to the allotted exam center is essential to ensure a seamless examination experience and avoid any inconveniences on the day of the IBPS SO exam.
State Code | State /UT / NCR | Preliminary Examination Centre | Main Examination Cente |
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11 | Andaman & Nicobar | Port Blair | Port Blair |
12 | Andhra Pradesh | Chirala, Chittoor, Guntur, Kadapa, Kakinada, Kurnool, Nellore, Ongole, Rajahmundry, Srikakulam, Tirupati, Vijaywada, Vishakhapatnam, Vizianagaram | Vijaywada, Vishakhapatnam |
13 | Arunachal Pradesh | Naharlagun | Naharlagun |
14 | Assam | Dibrugarh, Guwahati, Jorhat, Silchar, Tezpur | Guwahati |
15 | Bihar | Arrah, Aurangabad, Bhagalpur, Darbhanga, Gaya, Muzaffarpur, Patna, Purnea | Patna |
16 | Chandigarh | Chandigarh/Mohali | Chandigarh/Mohali |
17 | Chhattisgarh | Bhilai Nagar, Bilaspur, Raipur | Raipur |
18 | Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu | Surat, Jamnagar | Surat |
19 | Delhi | Delhi/New Delhi, Faridabad, Ghaziabad, Greater Noida, Gurugram | Delhi/New Delhi, Faridabad, Ghaziabad, Greater Noida, Gurugram |
20 | Goa | Panaji | Panaji |
21 | Gujarat | Ahmedabad, Anand, Gandhinagar, Himatnagar, Jamnagar, Mehsana, Rajkot, Surat, Vadodara | Ahmedabad |
22 | Haryana | Ambala, Hissar, Karnal, Kurukshetra, Panipat, Yamuna Nagar | Hissar |
23 | Himachal Pradesh | Bilaspur, Hamirpur, Kangra, Kullu, Mandi, Shimla, Solan, Una | Hamirpur, Shimla |
24 | Jammu & Kashmir | Jammu, Samba, Srinagar | Jammu, Srinagar |
25 | Jharkhand | Bokaro, Dhanbad, Hazaribagh, Jamshedpur, Ranchi | Ranchi |
26 | Karnataka | Bengaluru, Belgaum, Bidar, Gulbarga, Hubli, Mangalore, Mysore, Shimoga, Udupi | Bengaluru, Hubli |
27 | Kerala | Alappuzha, Kannur, Kochi, Kollam, Kottayam, Kozhikode, Malappuram, Palakkad, Thiruvananthapuram, Thrichur | Kochi, Thiruvananthapuram |
28 | Ladakh | Leh | Leh |
29 | Lakshadweep | Kavarrati | Kavaratti |
30 | Madhya Pradesh | Bhopal, Gwalior, Indore, Jabalpur, Sagar, Satna, Ujjain | Bhopal |
31 | Maharashtra | Amravati, Aurangabad, Chandrapur, Jalgaon, Kolhapur, Latur, Mumbai/ Thane/ Navi Mumbai, Nagpur, Nanded, Nashik, Pune, Ratnagiri | Aurangabad, Mumbai/ Thane/ Navi Mumbai, Nagpur, Pune |
32 | Manipur | Imphal | Imphal |
33 | Meghalaya | Shillong | Shillong |
34 | Mizoram | Aizawl | Aizawl |
35 | Nagaland | Kohima | Kohima |
36 | Odisha | Balasore, Berhampur(Ganjam), Bhubaneshwar, Cuttack, Dhenkanal, Rourkela, Sambalpur | Bhubaneshwar |
37 | Puducherry | Puducherry | Puducherry |
38 | Punjab | Amritsar, Bhatinda, Fategarh Sahib, Jalandhar, Ludhiana, Mohali, Pathankot, Patiala, Sangrur | Jalandhar, Ludhiana |
39 | Rajasthan | Ajmer, Alwar, Bikaner, Jaipur, Jodhpur, Kota, Sikar, Udaipur | Jaipur, Udaipur |
40 | Sikkim | Bardang/ Gangtok | Bardang/ Gangtok |
41 | Tamil Nadu | Chennai, Coimbatore, Madurai, Nagercoil, Salem, Thanjavur, Thiruchirapalli, Tirunelveli, Vellore | Chennai, Madurai, Tirunelveli |
42 | Telangana | Hyderabad, Karimnagar, Khammam, Warangal | Hyderabad |
43 | Tripura | Agartala | Agartala |
44 | Uttar Pradesh | Agra, Aligarh, Bareilly, Gorakhpur, Jhansi, Kanpur, Lucknow, Mathura, Meerut, Moradabad, Muzaffarnagar, Prayagraj(Allahabad), Varanasi | Lucknow, Meerut, Prayagraj(Allahabad) |
45 | Uttarakhand | Dehradun, Haldwani, Roorkee | Dehradun |
46 | West Bengal | Asansol, Durgapur, Greater Kolkata, Hooghly, Kalyani, Siliguri | Greater Kolkata, Siliguri |