IBPS Specialist Officer (CRP SPL‑XVI) 2026 – Exam Pattern & Scribe Rules Out
Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has officially released the Information Handout and Scribe Guidelines for the Specialist Officer (CRP SPL-XVI) Online Preliminary Examination 2026. The documents are available in both English and Hindi on the IBPS website, along with the link for the Online Scribe Declaration Form.
📅 Important Release Details
- Date of Release: 20 August 2026
- Documents Available:
- Information Handout for Online Preliminary Exam (English)
- Information Handout for Online Preliminary Exam (Hindi)
- Guidelines for Scribe for CRP SPL-XVI
- Link for Online Scribe Declaration Form
🧾 Exam Overview
The CRP SPL-XVI examination is conducted for recruitment of Specialist Officers in participating public sector banks. The online preliminary exam will test candidates on multiple subjects including English Language, Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, and Professional Knowledge.
📘 Exam Pattern (Preliminary)
| Section | No. of Questions | Marks | Medium | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| English Language | 25 | 25 | English | 20 minutes |
| Reasoning | 25 | 25 | English & Hindi | 20 minutes |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 25 | English & Hindi | 20 minutes |
| Professional Knowledge | 25 | 50 | English & Hindi | 20 minutes |
| Total | 100 | 125 | 80 minutes |
♿ Scribe Guidelines for PwBD Candidates
IBPS has issued detailed instructions for candidates with benchmark disabilities who wish to use the services of a scribe. The facility is available only to those who have physical limitations affecting their ability to write.
Key Points:
- The scribe must meet eligibility criteria as per Government guidelines.
- Both candidate and scribe must submit an undertaking with a passport-size photo.
- Candidates using a scribe are eligible for 20 minutes of compensatory time per hour of examination.
- The scribe must not be a candidate for the same exam and can assist only one candidate.
- PwBD candidates must carry their UDID card/disability certificate on the day of the exam.
- Online Scribe Form must be filled before the exam, and the scribe’s Class 10 certificate must be uploaded and verified.
⚠️ Important Instructions
- IBPS reserves the right to cancel candidature if any violation of scribe rules is detected.
- Both candidate and scribe will be debarred if found engaging in unfair means during the exam.
- All candidates must possess a valid Aadhaar card for verification.
- IBPS may introduce additional steps to maintain exam integrity under the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act, 2024.
✅ Conclusion
The release of the Information Handout and Scribe Guidelines marks an important step in the IBPS Specialist Officer recruitment process. Candidates are advised to read all instructions carefully and complete the scribe declaration form (if applicable) before appearing for the exam.
— Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS)
