Law Officer (Scale I) – IBPS
Quick Info
- Vacancies
- Vacancies: 105
- Employment Type
- Employment Type: Full Time
- Pay Scale
- Pay Scale: ₹48,480 - ₹85,920 per month
- Qualification
- Qualification: Bachelor Degree in Law (LL.B) and enrolled as an advocate with Bar Council.
- Experience Required
- Experience Required: Freshers eligible — candidates must be enrolled as an advocate but no minimum years of practice are specified.
- Age Limit
- Age Limit: Between 20 to 30 years
- Application Mode
- Application Mode: Online
- Deadline
- Deadline:
The Law Officer (Scale I) recruitment provides a prestigious entry point for legal professionals into the banking sector, focusing on litigation, recovery, and compliance. There are 105 vacancies available for candidates holding an LL.B degree and enrolled as an advocate with the Bar Council. This role is critical for safeguarding the bank's legal interests and managing contractual obligations, offering a high-impact career with the benefits of a central government-aligned pay structure. Applicants must prepare for a specialized selection process that includes a preliminary exam covering general awareness of the banking industry and a professional knowledge main exam.
- This role is ideal for law graduates looking to specialize in banking laws, recovery procedures, and corporate compliance.
- Candidates must be enrolled as an advocate with the Bar Council to be eligible for this specialist officer post.
- The selection stages involve a preliminary test, a professional knowledge main exam, and a final interview.
- Legal officers enjoy a structured career path with regular increments and the stability of a public sector bank appointment.
- Ensure all legal qualifications and Bar Council registration documents are valid and ready before the July 2026 deadline.
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Additional Salary Information
Basic Pay Scale: ₹48480-2000/7-62480-2340/2-67160-2680/7-85920 plus applicable allowances.
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: 14 ST: 6 OBC: 26 EWS: 10 UR: 49
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 Law Officer (Scale I) pay scale is ₹48,480–₹85,920, which includes periodic increments and standard banking allowances.
A Bachelor Degree in Law (LL.B) and enrollment as an advocate with the Bar Council is mandatory.
There are 105 indicative vacancies for Law Officer (Scale I) across various participating public sector banks.
