The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) released the IBPS SO Mains Admit Card 2026 (call letter) on 22 October 2026 for the Specialist Officer CRP SPL-XVI recruitment. Candidates who cleared the Preliminary Examination can download their call letter now from ibps.in. The Mains exam is scheduled for 1 November 2026 (Sunday).
Important Note
1. The call letter is live now – download it from ibps.in using your Registration Number or Roll Number and your Password or Date of Birth. No call letter will be sent by post or email.
2. The Mains exam is on 1 November 2026 (Sunday). Carry the printed call letter and an original valid photo ID proof. Entry without them can be refused.
3. Do not carry mobile phones, smartwatches, calculators or Bluetooth devices into the exam hall. Check every instruction printed on your own call letter.
IBPS SO Mains Admit Card 2026: Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) |
| Recruitment | Common Recruitment Process for Specialist Officers (CRP SPL-XVI) |
| Post Names | IT Officer, Agricultural Field Officer, Law Officer, Rajbhasha Adhikari, HR/Personnel Officer, Marketing Officer (all Scale I) |
| Total Vacancies | 1,043 (revised) |
| Document | IBPS SO Mains (Phase II) Admit Card / Call Letter |
| Admit Card Status | Released |
| Admit Card Release Date | 22 October 2026 |
| Mains Exam Date | 1 November 2026 (Sunday) |
| Exam Mode | Online (Computer Based Test) |
| Login Details Required | Registration Number / Roll Number and Password / Date of Birth |
| Official Website | ibps.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| IBPS SO Preliminary Examination | 29 August 2026 |
| IBPS SO Prelims Result | 15 October 2026 |
| Prelims Scorecard Availability | 15 October 2026 to 22 October 2026 |
| Mains Admit Card Released | 22 October 2026 |
| IBPS SO Mains Exam | 1 November 2026 (Sunday) |
| Interview | Not yet announced |
IBPS SO Vacancy 2026 (Revised)
| Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| IT Officer (Scale I) | 376 |
| Agricultural Field Officer (Scale I) | 370 |
| Law Officer (Scale I) | 125 |
| Rajbhasha Adhikari (Scale I) | 102 |
| HR/Personnel Officer (Scale I) | 60 |
| Marketing Officer (Scale I) | 10 |
| Total | 1,043 |
How to Download IBPS SO Mains Admit Card 2026
- Go to the official IBPS website at ibps.in.
- Open the CRP Specialist Officers section (CRP SPL-XVI) on the homepage.
- Click the link for IBPS SO Mains (Phase II) Call Letter.
- Enter your Registration Number or Roll Number and your Password or Date of Birth.
- Enter the security (captcha) code if it appears, then submit.
- Your call letter will display on the screen.
- Check all the details carefully.
- Download the PDF and take a clear printout.
Login Details Required
| Field | What to Enter |
|---|---|
| Registration Number / Roll Number | As provided at the time of application |
| Password / Date of Birth | Date of birth as entered during registration. If rejected, check your application printout. |
| Security (captcha) code | Enter only if displayed on the login page |
Details Printed on IBPS SO Mains Admit Card
- Candidate name, roll number and registration number
- Photograph and signature
- Post applied for
- Exam date and reporting time
- Exam centre name and full address
- General instructions for candidates
Documents to Carry on Exam Day
- Printed copy of the IBPS SO Mains Call Letter 2026
- Original, valid photo ID proof as permitted by IBPS
- Passport-size photographs or a photocopy of your ID, if specifically asked for on your call letter
IBPS SO Selection Process 2026
- Preliminary Examination — completed (29 August 2026)
- Mains Examination — 1 November 2026
- Interview — for candidates shortlisted from Mains; date not yet announced
Exam Day Instructions
- Verify your name, photograph, signature, exam centre and reporting time on the call letter before exam day.
- Reach the centre before the reporting time shown on your call letter. Late entry is generally not allowed once the exam begins.
- Carry the printed call letter and original photo ID to the centre.
- Do not carry mobile phones, smartwatches, calculators, Bluetooth devices or study material into the exam hall.
- All instructions printed on your own call letter take precedence over general guidance.
What to Do If There Is an Error on Your Admit Card
- Check the name, photograph, signature, roll number and other details carefully after downloading.
- Contact IBPS through the helpdesk or grievance option on the official website ibps.in. An official helpline number or email is not mentioned in the available information — check the ibps.in contact page directly.
- Keep your registration details and admit card ready when explaining the error.
- Address the issue well before 1 November 2026, not on exam day.
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Download IBPS SO Mains Admit Card 2026 (CRP SPL-XVI) | Click Here |
| IBPS Official Website | Click Here |
FAQs
When was the IBPS SO Mains Admit Card 2026 released?
IBPS released the call letter on 22 October 2026.
What is the IBPS SO Mains exam date 2026?
The Mains exam for CRP SPL-XVI is scheduled for 1 November 2026 (Sunday).
Where can I download the IBPS SO Mains call letter?
From the CRP Specialist Officers section on ibps.in, or use the direct link in the Important Links table above.
What login details do I need to download the IBPS SO Mains admit card?
Your Registration Number or Roll Number, and your Password or Date of Birth. A captcha code may also appear.
Will IBPS send the SO Mains call letter by post or email?
No. The call letter is available for download online only from ibps.in.
How many vacancies are there in IBPS SO CRP SPL-XVI?
The revised total is 1,043 vacancies across six Scale I posts.
What comes after the IBPS SO Mains exam?
Candidates shortlisted from the Mains will be called for an Interview. IBPS has not yet announced the interview dates.
Disclaimer
This article is based on the IBPS CRP SPL-XVI Mains Admit Card release announced on 22 October 2026 and information available on ibps.in. The vacancy figure of 1,043 is IBPS’s revised figure and is sourced from the official recruitment information available at the time of writing. Confirm all exam dates, centre details and next-stage updates directly on ibps.in. JobShouter is not associated with IBPS. This article is for informational purposes only.
