Agricultural Field Officer (Scale I) – IBPS
Quick Info
- Vacancies
- Vacancies: 190
- Employment Type
- Employment Type: Full Time
- Pay Scale
- Pay Scale: ₹48,480 - ₹85,920 per month
- Qualification
- Qualification: 4-year Degree (graduation) in Agriculture, Horticulture, Animal Husbandry, Veterinary Science, Dairy Science, Fishery Science, or related agricultural fields.
- Experience Required
- Experience Required: Freshers eligible — no prior experience is required for this specialist officer role.
- Age Limit
- Age Limit: Between 20 to 30 years
- Application Mode
- Application Mode: Online
- Deadline
- Deadline:
The Agricultural Field Officer (Scale I) role is a vital link between the banking sector and India's rural economy, focusing on credit delivery and agricultural development. With 190 vacancies available, this post is perfectly suited for graduates with a four-year degree in Agriculture, Horticulture, or related veterinary and forestry sciences. Officers in this cadre play a crucial role in implementing government schemes and managing rural branch portfolios, offering a fulfilling career with long-term stability. Prospective applicants should carefully check the eligibility dates and prepare for the specialized professional knowledge tests required for selection.
- This position is ideal for candidates passionate about rural development and agricultural finance within the public sector.
- Candidates must possess a 4-year degree in a relevant agricultural or allied science discipline from a recognized university.
- The role involves field visits, farmer interactions, and the assessment of agricultural loan applications for participating banks.
- Preparation should focus on both general banking aptitude and core agricultural professional knowledge for the main exam.
- Applicants must complete the online registration and fee payment between July 1 and July 21, 2026.
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Additional Salary Information
Basic Pay Scale: ₹48480-2000/7-62480-2340/2-67160-2680/7-85920 plus applicable allowances and perquisites.
Important Dates
Selection Process
Online Preliminary Examination Online Main Examination (Professional Knowledge) Common Interview Provisional Allotment based on merit-cum-preference
Application Fees
SC/ST/PwBD candidates: Rs. 175/- All others: Rs. 850/-
Reservation
SC: 28 ST: 13 OBC: 51 EWS: 19 UR: 79
How to Apply
- Visit the official IBPS website www.ibps.in.
- Click on the link 'CRP SPL' and then 'CLICK HERE TO APPLY ONLINE FOR CRP- SPECIALIST OFFICERS (CRP SPL-XVI)'.
- Choose 'CLICK HERE FOR NEW REGISTRATION' and enter basic details to generate a Registration Number and Password.
- Upload scanned photograph, signature, left thumb impression, and a handwritten declaration as per specifications.
- Capture and upload a live photograph through the webcam or mobile phone during registration.
- Fill in the educational and professional details carefully and verify using the 'SAVE AND NEXT' facility.
- Pay the application fee through the integrated online payment gateway using Debit/Credit cards, Net Banking, or UPI.
- Submit the application and take a printout of the system-generated application form and e-receipt for future reference.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Agricultural Field Officer (Scale I) is placed in the pay scale of ₹48,480 to ₹85,920, supplemented by various bank-specific allowances.
A 4-year degree (graduation) in Agriculture, Horticulture, Animal Husbandry, Veterinary Science, or other specified allied sciences is required.
There are a total of 190 indicative vacancies for the Agricultural Field Officer (Scale I) post in the 2027-28 recruitment cycle.
