IBPS SO Admit Card 2026 Now Available for Download
IBPS SO Admit Card 2026 Released
IBPS SO Admit Card 2026: The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has made the admit card for the Specialist Officer (CRP SPL-XVI) Preliminary Examination 2026 available as of August 20, 2026. Candidates who have successfully submitted their applications can now download their call letters.
To access the admit card, candidates need to input their registration number or roll number along with their password or date of birth. The admit card will contain essential details regarding the examination.
Exam Schedule
When is the IBPS SO Prelims Exam?
The IBPS SO Preliminary Examination is scheduled for August 29, 2026. It is mandatory for candidates to bring a printed version of the admit card and a valid photo ID to the examination venue.
Details such as the exam center, reporting time, shift, and other important instructions will be included on the admit card. Candidates are advised to review this information thoroughly before the exam.
Exam Details
**Details** | **Information**
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Organizing Body | Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS)
Exam | IBPS Specialist Officer (CRP SPL-XVI)
Post | Specialist Officer (Scale-I)
Total Vacancies | 1,035
Admit Card | Released on August 20, 2026
Preliminary Exam | August 29, 2026
Main Exam | November 1, 2026
Selection Process | Preliminary Exam, Main Exam, and Interview
Official Website | ibps.in
Requirements for Downloading the Admit Card
**What is required to download the admit card?**
Candidates should have the following information ready when downloading their call letter:
Registration Number or Roll Number
Password or Date of Birth
Captcha Code
Ensure that the date of birth is entered in the specified format on the portal.
Information on the Admit Card
**What information will the admit card contain?**
After downloading, candidates must verify all details on the admit card, paying close attention to:
Candidate's Name
Roll Number
Registration Number
Photograph and Signature
Category
Post Applied For
Date of Examination
Reporting Time
Shift Timing
Exam Center Address
Exam Center Code
Important Instructions
If any discrepancies are found, candidates should promptly contact the relevant authorities.
Documents Required at the Exam Center
Which documents must be carried to the exam center?
Candidates must present a valid photo ID along with their admit card. The required documents include:
Document What to carry?
Admit Card Printed copy of the admit card
Original Photo ID Proof Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Passport, Voter ID, Driving License, or other valid government photo ID
Copy of Photo ID A self-attested photocopy of the same identity proof
Passport-size Photograph Two recent photographs (if required by the admit card instructions)
IBPS SO Prelims Exam Pattern
What is the IBPS SO Prelims exam pattern?
The preliminary examination will feature a total of 100 questions, with an overall duration of 80 minutes. Different sections will have specific time limits.
Subject Questions Marks Time
Reasoning 25 25 20 minutes
English Language 25 25 20 minutes
General Awareness (Banking Industry)* 25 25 20 minutes
Professional Knowledge** 25 50 20 minutes
Total 100 125 80 minutes
Exam Day Guidelines
What points should be kept in mind on the day of the exam?
Candidates should check the reporting time on the admit card before arriving at the exam center. It is advisable to arrive early. Keep the following points in mind during the exam:
Carry a printed copy of the admit card.
Ensure you have the original photo ID proof.
Avoid bringing mobile phones, smartwatches, Bluetooth devices, calculators, or other electronic gadgets.
Comply with the biometric verification and security screening process. Read all instructions on the admit card before the exam.
Keep the verified call letter for the preliminary exam safe, as it may be needed for later stages of the recruitment process.
Steps to Download the IBPS SO Admit Card
How to download the IBPS SO admit card?
Candidates can follow these simple steps to download their call letter:
Visit the official IBPS website.
Open the 'CRP Specialist Officers (CRP SPL-XVI)' section.
Click on the link for the IBPS SO Admit Card 2026.
Enter your registration number or roll number.
Enter your password or date of birth.
Enter the captcha code.
Click on 'Login'.
Download the admit card and keep a printed copy safe.