IBPS SO Syllabus 2026: Check the Latest Exam Pattern, Topic-Wise Syllabus for Prelims and Mains

Last Updated: Jul 23, 2026, 22:42 IST

Check the latest IBPS SO Syllabus 2026 with the latest exam pattern, topic-wise syllabus for Prelims and Mains exam, important details on the exam pattern and other important details.

IBPS SO Syllabus 2026: Check the Latest Exam Pattern, Topic-Wise Syllabus for Prelims and Mains
IBPS SO Syllabus 2026: Check the Latest Exam Pattern, Topic-Wise Syllabus for Prelims and Mains

The IBPS SO syllabus 2026 is important for those candidates who are prearping for the Institute of Banking Personnel Selection, IBPS, Specialists Officer (SO) recruitment exam 2026. Before the candidates starts their preparation for the exam, which is expected to be conducted in August 2026, they should completely understand the latest syllabus and exam pattern. The selection process for the IBPS SO 2026 will include Prelims exam, Mains Exam and Interview. Understanding the complete exam pattern and the subject-wise syllabus will help the candidates prepare in a better way and improve their chances of making to the final list. 

IBPS SO Prelims Syllabus 2026 

The prelims of the IBPS SO 2026 exam will include topics from Reasoning, English Language, Professional Knowledge Section and Quantitative Aptitude.  This section assesses the candidate’s basic knowledge and skills in these areas. Given below is the topic-wise syllabus of the IBPS Specialist Officers (SO) Prelims syllabus 2026:-

Section 

Topic-Wise Syllabus

English Language

  • Reading Comprehension
  • Spotting Errors
  • Sentence Improvement
  • Sentence Correction
  • Para Jumbles
  • Fill in the Blanks
  • Sentence Completion
  • Cloze Test

Reasoning

  • Puzzles
  • Syllogism
  • Seating Arrangements
  • Input and Output
  • Data Sufficiency
  • Blood Relations, 
  • Order and Rankings
  • Alphanumeric Series
  • Distance and Direction
  • Verbal Reasoning

Quantitative Aptitude

  • Data Interpretation
  • Simplification and Approximation
  • Data Sufficiency
  • Number Series
  • Quadratic eQUATION
  • Mensuration
  • Profit and Loss
  • Average
  • Ratio and Proportion
  • Work, Time and Energy
  • Time and Distance
  • Probability
  • Simple and Compund Interest
  • Permutation and Combination

General Awareness

  • Current Affairs, GK Updates
  • Banking Awareness
  • Important Places
  • Books and Authors
  • Awards and Honours
  • Headquarters
  • Government Schemes
  • Important Days and Events
  • Currencies
  • Important Places

IBPS SO Mains Syllabus 2026

The IBPS SO Mains Syllabus 2026 plays an important role in the exam preparation of the candiate. To qualify for the personal interview round it is important that the candidates have an understanding of the syllabus. The Mains exam inlcudes both  general subjects and specialised topics which are releveant to the posts. Given below is the post wise syllabus of the IBPS SO Mains Syllabus 2026 according to the post:-

Post Name

Topic-Wise Syllabus

IT Officer

  • Operating Systems
  • Software Engineering
  • Data Structure
  • Data Communication and Networking
  • Database Management System
  • Computer Organiusation and Microprocessor
  • Object-Oreinted Programming

Marketing Officer

  • Advertising
  • Public Relations
  • Sales
  • Retail
  • Business Ethics
  • Brand Management
  • Basics of Marketing Mangement
  • Market Segmentation
  • Market Research and Forecasting demand
  • Service Marketing
  • Marketing Strategies
  • Corporate Social Responsibility

Agricultural Field Officer

  • Basic of Crop Production
  • Seed Science
  • Agronomy and Irrigation
  • Agricultural Practices
  • Soil Recrources
  • Animal Husbandry
  • Aroforestry
  • Ecology
  • Horticulture 
  • Seed Science
  • Agricultral Economies
  • Government Schemes

Law Officer

  • Consumer Protection Act
  • Banking Regulations
  • Compliance and Legal Aspects
  • Prevention of Money Laundering, Limitation Act
  • Relevant Law and Orders related to negotiable instruments, securities, and foreign exchange
  • SARFAES
  • Banking Ombudsman Scheme
  • DRT Act
  • Laws and Actions with a direct link to the Banking Sector

HR and Personnel Officer

  • Human Resource Development
  • Transnational Analysis
  • Business Policy and Strategic Analysis
  • Training and Development
  • Industrial Relations
  • Rewards and Recognition
  • Grievance and Conflict Management
  • Performance Management Appraisal

The Mains Exam is based on the professional knowledge related to the post applied for. The mains exam will check the candidate’s subject knolwedge. Candidates are advised to prepare according to the the professional subject of their chosen post.

Pratyasha Chaturvedi
Pratyasha Chaturvedi

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Pratyasha is a Communications Professional with over 2.2 years of experience in the education sector. Having worked with top names like Arihant Publications and Jagran Josh, she specializes in board exam results, education news, and government job updates. She also brings a unique perspective as a former Subject Matter Expert for nearly a year. Currently, she is a key part of the Exam Prep and Sarkari Naukri team at Jagran Josh. Pratyasha holds an Honours degree in Ancient Indian History, Culture, and Archaeology, and loves reading and traveling in her free time.

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First Published: Jul 23, 2026, 22:42 IST

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