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IBPS SO IT Officer key facts & eligibility
| Conducting body | Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) — Common Recruitment Process for Specialist Officers (CRP-SPL) |
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| Official website | ibps.in ↗ |
| Mode | Recruitment for IT Officer (Scale I), a specialist officer for a bank’s technology functions (systems, networks, databases, application support and information security) in participating public-sector banks: an online Preliminary examination, an online Main examination, and a common interview. |
| Frequency | Once a year per CRP-SPL cycle. |
| Scoring & marking | The Preliminary examination has objective sections — English, Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude and Professional Knowledge — and screens candidates; the Main examination includes a Professional Knowledge test on which the merit is based (the other sections being qualifying), with 0.25 negative marking. The exact question and mark counts are set in each CRP-SPL notification. Final selection combines the Main examination and the interview in an 80:20 weighting. The IT Professional Knowledge covers DBMS, computer networks, data structures, operating systems, software engineering, programming and information security. |
| Language | English and Hindi (except the English test). |
Who is eligible for IBPS SO IT Officer?
A 4-year engineering/technology degree in Computer Science, Computer Applications, Information Technology, Electronics or a related field, or a relevant post-graduate degree, or a graduate with DOEACC ‘B’ level, within the prescribed age limits.
Last verified July 2026 against IBPS — Specialist Officers. Always confirm current details on the official website before you register.
IBPS SO IT Officer section breakdown
The IBPS SO IT Officer mock test on Wrexa Edge replicates the real exam's section structure — same names, same question count per section, same time limits. No inter-section breaks — the timer runs continuously.
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IBPS SO IT Officer (55 Q)
Marking scheme
+1 per correct. Try your score.
Strategy: IBPS SO IT Officer has no negative marking. Attempt every question — blank answers cost you potential marks but cannot pull your score down.
Scale: IBPS SO IT Officer (pass 700/1000).
How IBPS SO IT Officer is conducted
- Mode
- Test format
- Backtracking
- Mark for review
IBPS SO IT Officer time strategy
With 55 questions in 90 minutes, you have about 98 seconds per question on average. Successful candidates aim for the following pacing on each section:
- IBPS SO IT Officer (55 Q)
Wrexa Edge's analytics show your actual time-per-question after every mock so you can spot which sections you're losing time on.
IBPS SO IT Officer topics covered
Across the 50 Wrexa Edge variants of IBPS SO IT Officer, the following topics appear most often (sample distribution from one variant):
IBPS SO IT Officer (55 Q)
- IBPS SO IT — DBMS · 9
- IBPS SO IT — Data Structures & Algorithms · 6
- IBPS SO IT — Computer Networks · 6
- IBPS SO IT — Software Engineering · 4
- IBPS SO IT — Operating Systems · 4
- IBPS SO IT — Information Security · 3
- IBPS SO IT — Web & Cloud · 3
- Reasoning — Classification (odd one out) · 3
IBPS SO IT Officer difficulty calibration
Advanced tier. Advanced-level: high-stakes exam with rigorous content depth. Expect 4-8 months of structured prep.
IBPS Specialist Officer — IT Officer · MCQ. Reasoning, quantitative aptitude, English, general/financial awareness & computer knowledge. · Official language: English & Hindi.
Verified content — Wrexa Edge's IBPS SO IT Officer bank has been deeply curated with real exam-aligned content (estimated 100% syllabus coverage).
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Expert take: what IBPS SO IT Officer really tests
IBPS SO IT Officer (Scale I) is recruited by IBPS via the Specialist Officers process — an online Preliminary (English, Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude and Professional Knowledge), an online Main in which only the Professional Knowledge test counts toward merit, and a common interview (80:20), with 0.25 negative marking. Eligibility is an engineering degree in CS/IT/electronics (or a relevant PG or DOEACC ‘B’ level). The Professional Knowledge covers DBMS, networks, data structures, operating systems, software engineering and security.
Preparation tips
- The Professional Knowledge (IT) paper decides merit — master it.
- Focus on DBMS, networking, data structures and OS.
- The exact section counts change per cycle — check the notification.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Treating the general sections as merit-deciding — only PK counts.
- Neglecting core CS topics (DBMS/networking) for the PK paper.
IBPS SO IT Officer study plan
A phase-by-phase roadmap from your first concept to test-ready. Stretch or compress each phase to fit the time you have before your attempt.
- English, Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude
- Professional Knowledge (IT)
- 0.25 negative marking
- DBMS, networks, data structures
- Operating systems, software engineering
- Security — PK decides merit
- Interview (20% of the final weight)
- Technology awareness
- Main : Interview 80:20
Where IBPS SO IT Officer can take you
A strong IBPS SO IT Officer result opens up these careers and higher-study paths:
- IT Officer (bank)
- PK decides merit
- Engineering degree
- 80:20 weight
Best books & official prep for IBPS SO IT Officer
- IBPS SO IT Officer professional-knowledge guides — Various
- Computer-science reference books — Various
Official practice: Apply and prepare from the official IBPS notification on ibps.in; the Professional Knowledge (IT) paper decides merit, so master DBMS, networks, data structures and OS, and prepare for the interview.
Previous-year papers: Previous IBPS SO IT Officer papers reflect the specialist-officer pattern.
Sample IBPS SO IT Officer practice questions
5 questions taken from the IBPS SO IT Officer mock tests on Wrexa Edge. Try each one, then reveal the answer.
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Q1. Which device monitors traffic for suspicious patterns and raises alerts but does not block traffic inline?
- Intrusion prevention system (IPS)
- Stateful packet-filter firewall
- Web application firewall (WAF)
- Intrusion detection system (IDS)
Show answer
Answer: D — Intrusion detection system (IDS)
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Q2. Which data structure is used to implement breadth-first search (BFS) of a graph?
- Queue
- Stack
- Priority queue
- Hash table
Show answer
Answer: A — Queue
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Q3. Which SDLC model explicitly includes risk analysis in each iteration?
- Waterfall model
- Spiral model
- V-model
- RAD model
Show answer
Answer: B — Spiral model
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Q4. Which SQL command removes all rows of a table quickly while keeping its structure, and is DDL rather than DML?
- DELETE
- DROP
- TRUNCATE
- REMOVE
Show answer
Answer: C — TRUNCATE
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Q5. How many usable host addresses does a /26 IPv4 subnet provide?
- 64
- 30
- 126
- 62
Show answer
Answer: D — 62
Frequently asked questions
- What is the IBPS SO IT Officer exam pattern?
- IBPS Specialist Officer — IT Officer contains 55 questions across 1 section: IBPS SO IT Officer (55 Q). Total duration is 90 minutes (about 98 seconds per question).
- Does IBPS SO IT Officer have negative marking?
- No — IBPS SO IT Officer has no negative marking. Each correct answer is worth 1 mark, so attempt every question.
- How is IBPS SO IT Officer scored?
- Scaled score range: 100 to 1000. IBPS SO IT Officer (pass 700/1000).
- How can I practise IBPS SO IT Officer online for free?
- Wrexa Edge gives you a free full-length IBPS SO IT Officer mock test — with instant scoring, detailed explanations and analytics — plus 49 more with a one-time $1.99 unlock that never expires. Start practising in under a minute, no card required.
- What is the difficulty level of IBPS SO IT Officer?
- IBPS SO IT Officer is rated Advanced difficulty on Wrexa Edge. Advanced-level: high-stakes exam with rigorous content depth. Expect 4-8 months of structured prep. IBPS Specialist Officer — IT Officer · MCQ. Reasoning, quantitative aptitude, English, general/financial awareness & computer knowledge. · Official language: English & Hindi.
- How long is the IBPS SO IT Officer exam?
- IBPS SO IT Officer runs for 90 minutes total. On Wrexa Edge the timer is enforced exactly as on the real exam — including no inter-section breaks.
- What topics are covered in IBPS SO IT Officer?
- IBPS SO IT Officer is split into: IBPS SO IT Officer (55 Q). Each section is timed and weighted separately. IBPS Specialist Officer — IT Officer · MCQ. Reasoning, quantitative aptitude, English, general/financial awareness & computer knowledge. · Official language: English & Hindi.
- What tools or aids are allowed during IBPS SO IT Officer?
- No special tools are required. Note: real exam is proctored — Wrexa Edge mirrors this with a webcam-based proctoring flow you can enable.
- Is the IBPS SO IT Officer test adaptive?
- No — IBPS SO IT Officer is a fixed-form (linear) test. Every candidate sees the same number of questions per section.
- How many IBPS SO IT Officer mock tests does Wrexa Edge offer?
- Wrexa Edge generates 50 distinct IBPS SO IT Officer variants — each with different question content, not just shuffled options — the first one free for everyone and 49 more with a one-time $1.99 unlock. That's 2750 unique practice questions in the real test-day interface.
- Is there a free IBPS SO IT Officer test series 2026?
- Yes. The Wrexa Edge IBPS SO IT Officer test series for 2026 gives you a free full-length mock test (50 in total) plus subject-wise and topic-wise tests — instant scoring and detailed analysis, no card required.
- Are IBPS SO IT Officer previous year question–style papers included?
- Every IBPS SO IT Officer mock is modelled on the official exam pattern and the style of previous years' papers — the same 55-question structure, sections and marking — so your practice mirrors the real paper you'll sit.
- Which is the best free IBPS SO IT Officer mock test online?
- Wrexa Edge's IBPS SO IT Officer mock test replicates the real exam interface, timing and marking scheme, with instant score, section-wise analysis and 50 fresh variants — a strong free choice for 2026 preparation.
- Can I take the IBPS SO IT Officer mock test on mobile?
- Yes. IBPS SO IT Officer mock tests run in any browser on mobile, tablet or desktop — no app or download needed. Start on your phone and your progress and analytics sync when you sign in.
- What is the IBPS SO IT Officer syllabus?
- The IBPS SO IT Officer syllabus maps to its 1 section: IBPS SO IT Officer (55 Q). Wrexa Edge's mock tests cover the complete syllabus topic by topic — see the topics-covered breakdown above — so you practise every area at real exam difficulty.
- What is the eligibility for IBPS SO IT Officer?
- A 4-year engineering/technology degree in Computer Science, Computer Applications, Information Technology, Electronics or a related field, or a relevant post-graduate degree, or a graduate with DOEACC ‘B’ level, within the prescribed age limits. Wrexa Edge focuses on realistic IBPS SO IT Officer practice: a free full-length mock in the exact exam pattern, ready whenever you are.
- When is the IBPS SO IT Officer exam and how should I prepare?
- Official IBPS SO IT Officer exam dates are announced by the conducting body for each cycle — check the latest notification for the current schedule. To be ready, follow a phased study plan and take full-length timed mocks; Wrexa Edge gives you a free IBPS SO IT Officer mock with instant scoring so you can track your readiness week by week.
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