IBPS SO Law Officer Recruitment 2026-27: Apply Online for 56 Vacancies in Public Sector Banks

IBPS SO Law Officer Recruitment: The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has released the notification for CRP SPL-XV (Specialist Officers) for recruitment in Participating Public Sector Banks for the vacancies of 2026-27. Law graduates can apply for the post of Law Officer (Scale-I) through the common recruitment process conducted by IBPS. (IBPS)

The selected candidates may be appointed in participating banks such as Bank of Baroda, Bank of India, Canara Bank, Central Bank of India, Indian Bank, Indian Overseas Bank, Punjab National Bank, Punjab & Sind Bank, UCO Bank, Union Bank of India and other participating institutions. (IBPS)

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IBPS SO Law Officer Recruitment 2026: Overview

Particulars	Details
Recruiting Body	Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS)
Recruitment Process	CRP SPL-XV
Post Name	Law Officer (Scale-I)
Cadre	Specialist Officer
Job Type	Permanent
Scale	JMGS-I
Application Mode	Online
Official Website	https://www.ibps.in

(IBPS)

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Important Dates

Event	Date
Online Registration Starts	01 July 2025
Last Date for Registration	21 July 2025
Fee Payment Period	01 July to 21 July 2025
Preliminary Examination	30 August 2025
Main Examination	09 November 2025

(IBPS)

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Vacancy Details – Law Officer (Scale-I): IBPS SO Law Officer Recruitment

Category	Vacancies
SC	07
ST	03
OBC	14
EWS	05
UR	27
Total	56

The vacancies are indicative and may vary depending upon the requirements of participating banks. (Fastjob Searchers)

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Participating Banks Having Law Officer Vacancies

Bank	Vacancies
Bank of India	01
Bank of Maharashtra	30
Central Bank of India	25
Total	56

(Intolegalworld)

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Pay Scale

Post	Scale
Law Officer	JMGS-I (Scale-I Officer)

Expected Salary

Component	Amount (Approx.)
Basic Pay	₹48,480
Gross Monthly Salary	₹80,000 – ₹95,000+

The salary varies depending upon the bank, city of posting, allowances, and service conditions. Bank officers are entitled to DA, HRA, CCA, medical facilities, LTC and other benefits. (IBPS)

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Eligibility Criteria: IBPS SO Law Officer Recruitment

Educational Qualification

Candidates must possess:

• A Bachelor Degree in Law (LL.B.) and
• Must be enrolled as an Advocate with the Bar Council.

Candidates should possess the prescribed qualification on or before the specified eligibility date mentioned in the notification. (IBPS)

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Age Limit

Criteria	Age
Minimum Age	20 Years
Maximum Age	30 Years

A candidate must have been born between the dates specified in the notification.

Age Relaxation

Category	Relaxation
SC/ST	5 Years
OBC (NCL)	3 Years
PwBD	10 Years
Ex-Servicemen	As per Government Rules

(IBPS)

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Job Profile of IBPS SO Law Officer Recruitment

The Law Officer in a Public Sector Bank is responsible for:

• Legal scrutiny of loan and mortgage documents.
• Recovery proceedings and SARFAESI matters.
• DRT and NCLT related cases.
• Contract vetting and legal opinions.
• Litigation management.
• Compliance with banking laws and regulations.
• Coordination with advocates and law firms.
• Handling consumer disputes and arbitration matters.

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Selection Process: IBPS SO Law Officer Recruitment

The selection process consists of:

Stage 1: Preliminary Examination

Pattern

Section	Questions	Marks
English Language	50	25
Reasoning Ability	50	50
General Awareness with Special Reference to Banking Industry	50	50
Total	150	125

Duration: 2 Hours

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Stage 2: Main Examination

Professional Knowledge (Law)

Subject	Questions	Marks
Professional Knowledge	60	60

Duration: 45 Minutes

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Stage 3: Interview

Candidates shortlisted in the Main Examination will be called for an Interview conducted jointly by participating banks and IBPS.

Final Merit

Component	Weightage
Main Examination	80%
Interview	20%

(IBPS)

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Application Fee: IBPS SO Law Officer Recruitment

Category	Fee
SC/ST/PwBD	₹175
General/OBC/EWS	₹850

The fee is inclusive of GST and can be paid online. (IBPS)

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Why Advocates Should Apply?

The IBPS Law Officer position offers:

• Officer-scale banking career.
• Permanent public sector employment.
• Exposure to banking litigation.
• Experience in SARFAESI, DRT and recovery laws.
• Excellent promotion prospects.
• Attractive salary and allowances.
• Work-life balance compared to litigation practice.

It is one of the most sought-after opportunities for fresh law graduates and young advocates looking to enter the banking sector.

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How to Apply: IBPS SO Law Officer Recruitment

1. Visit the IBPS online application portal.
2. Complete registration using a valid email ID and mobile number.
3. Fill in personal, educational and professional details.
4. Upload photograph, signature, thumb impression and handwritten declaration.
5. Pay the application fee online.
6. Submit the application and save the confirmation page.

(IBPS)

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Important Links: IBPS SO Law Officer Recruitment

Description	Link
Official Notification PDF	https://www.ibps.in/wp-content/uploads/Detailed-Advt.-CRP-SPL-XV_Final1.pdf
Apply Online	https://www.ibps.in
IBPS Official Website	https://www.ibps.in
CRP Specialist Officers Page	https://www.ibps.in/index.php/specialist-officers-xv/
IBPS Helpdesk	Available on IBPS Portal

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs): IBPS SO Law Officer Recruitment

How many vacancies are available for IBPS SO Law Officer 2026?

A total of 56 vacancies have been notified for Law Officer (Scale-I). (Intolegalworld)

Is Bar Council enrollment mandatory?

Yes. Candidates must possess an LL.B. degree and be enrolled as an Advocate. (IBPS)

What is the age limit for IBPS Law Officer?

Candidates must be between 20 and 30 years of age, subject to relaxation for reserved categories. (IBPS)

What is the salary of a Law Officer in a Public Sector Bank?

The gross monthly salary is generally between ₹80,000 and ₹95,000+, depending on the bank and place of posting.

Is there any interview?

Yes. Candidates qualifying the Main Examination will be called for an Interview. (IBPS)