IBPS SO Prelims 2026 Admit Card Download: Direct Link, Release Date

The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) will soon release the IBPS SO Prelims Admit Card 2026 (also called Call Letter or Hall Ticket) for the Common Recruitment Process for Specialist Officers (CRP SPL-XVI). The Preliminary Examination is scheduled for 29 August 2026.

Candidates who successfully applied for Specialist Officer posts (IT Officer, Agricultural Field Officer, Law Officer, Rajbhasha Adhikari, HR/Personnel Officer, and Marketing Officer) can download their admit card from the official website www.ibps.in once it is activated. The call letter is usually released 7–10 days before the exam, most likely in the third week of August 2026.

Total Vacancies: 1,035 (revised)

IBPS SO Admit Card 2026 – Quick Overview

Particulars Details
Exam Name IBPS Specialist Officer (SO) 2026
Recruitment CRP SPL-XVI
Conducting Body Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS)
Admit Card Mode Online
Expected Release 3rd week of August 2026
Prelims Exam Date 29 August 2026
Mains Exam Date 1 November 2026
Credentials Required Registration Number / Roll Number + Password / Date of Birth
Official Website Click here
Admit Card Download Link Coming soon! Click here
Exam Duration (Prelims) 80 minutes

Important Dates – IBPS SO 2026

Event Date
Notification Release 1 July 2026
Online Application Start 1 July 2026
Last Date to Apply 26 July 2026 (Extended)
Application Correction Window 29–30 July 2026
Prelims Admit Card Release August 2026 (Expected)
IBPS SO Prelims Exam 29 August 2026
Prelims Result September / October 2026
Mains Admit Card October 2026
Mains Exam 1 November 2026
Interview November / December 2026
Provisional Allotment January 2027

How to Download IBPS SO Prelims Admit Card 2026

Follow these simple steps once the link is active:

Step 1. Visit the official IBPS website: https://www.ibps.in

Step 2. On the homepage, click on the “CRP Specialist Officers” or “CRP SPL-XVI” section.

Step 3. Find and click the link “Download Call Letter for Online Preliminary Examination – CRP SPL-XVI” (or similar wording).

Step 4. Enter your Registration Number / Roll Number.

Step 5. Enter your Password or Date of Birth (as per the format given).

Step 6. Enter the captcha code carefully.

Step 7. Click on Login / Submit.

Step 8. Your IBPS SO Prelims Admit Card 2026 will appear on the screen.

Step 9. Download the PDF and take at least 2–3 clear printouts on A4 size paper.

Direct Link Status: The official download link will be activated here as soon as IBPS releases it. Keep checking the official website regularly.

Details Mentioned on IBPS SO Admit Card 2026

Carefully verify the following information after downloading:

  • Candidate’s Name, Photograph & Signature
  • Registration Number & Roll Number
  • Category, Gender, Date of Birth
  • Exam Date, Shift & Reporting Time
  • Exam Centre Name & Complete Address
  • Exam Duration & Important Instructions
  • Space for affixing a recent passport-size photograph

If any detail is incorrect, contact the IBPS helpdesk or raise a grievance through the Candidate Grievance Redressal System (CGRS) immediately. Do not wait till the exam day.

Documents to Carry on Exam Day

You must carry the following:

  • Printed copy of the IBPS SO Prelims Admit Card 2026 (with a recent photograph affixed if required)
  • Original valid Photo Identity Proof (Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Passport, Driving Licence, Voter ID, or Bank Passbook with photograph)
  • Photocopy of the same photo ID proof
  • 2 additional recent passport-size photographs (same as uploaded in the application)

Note: Electronic gadgets, calculators, smart watches, bags, and study material are strictly prohibited inside the exam centre.

What If You Forgot Your Password / Registration Number?

On the admit card login page, use the “Forgot Registration Number / Password” option. You will need your registered email ID and mobile number to retrieve the details.

Exam Day Guidelines & Tips

  • Reach the exam centre at least 45–60 minutes before the reporting time.
  • Follow all COVID or other health protocols if mentioned.
  • Read the instructions on the admit card thoroughly.
  • Biometric verification and photograph capturing will be done at the centre.
  • Only candidates with a valid admit card and photo ID will be allowed entry.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. When will the IBPS SO Prelims Admit Card 2026 be released?

It is expected in the third week of August 2026 (7–10 days before the 29 August exam).

Q2. What is the official website to download the IBPS SO Call Letter?

www.ibps.in

Q3. Can I download the admit card on mobile?

Yes, but it is recommended to download and print it from a computer for better clarity.

Q4. Is the admit card mandatory for the exam?

Yes. Without the printed admit card and valid photo ID, entry will not be allowed.

Q5. Will there be separate admit cards for Mains and Interview?

Yes. Separate call letters will be issued for the Mains exam and Interview stages.

Q6. How many vacancies are there in IBPS SO 2026?

1,035 Specialist Officer posts (revised).

Stay Updated

Bookmark this page and the official IBPS website. We will update the direct download link as soon as it goes live. Regularly check your registered email and SMS for any official communication from IBPS.

All the best for your IBPS SO Prelims 2026 exam! Prepare well and stay confident.

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