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# IBPS SO

Official Kit

Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) · 2026

Resize your photo, signature, thumb, declaration and certificate PDF here. Sizes come from the official notification. Submit on the official portal.

Applications

1 Jul 2026 – 21 Jul 2026

Closed

Correction window

Exact dates not published as of 6 Aug 2026

[Official rules](https://sarkaridoc.com/exams/ibps-so/#sources) Checked 2 Sept 2026 [Portal: ibpsreg.ibps.in](https://ibpsreg.ibps.in/crpspxvimy26/)

### Your documents

0 of 5 files ready

Photograph

Required

JPG · 200 × 230 px · 20–50 KB

Dimensions

200 × 230 px

Max size

20–50 KB

Format

JPG

Crop

Portrait crop, center focus

Light or white passport-photo background.

Tap to add photo

Upload photographor pick from your device. Pasting a screenshot works too. JPG or PNG.

Select file

Print name & date on the photoTurn on only if your official notification asks for it.

Advanced settings200×230 px · 20–50 KB · JPG · center focus

Dimensions

px

File size

KB

Format

JPGPNG

Reset to spec

How to prepare

1. Recent colour passport-style photo; no caps, hats or dark glasses.
2. Coloured, busy or edited backgrounds get photos rejected.
3. Beautified, filtered or AI-generated photos fail the portal photo check.

Source: IBPS CRP SPL-XVI detailed notification: photograph JPG/JPEG, 200 x 230 px preferred, 20-50 KiB.

Signature

Required

JPG · 140 × 60 px · 10–20 KB

Dimensions

140 × 60 px

Max size

10–20 KB

Format

JPG

Crop

Wide crop, center focus

White paper background.

Tap to add signature

Upload signatureor pick from your device. Pasting a screenshot works too. JPG or PNG.

Select file

Advanced settings140×60 px · 10–20 KB · JPG · center focus

Dimensions

px

File size

KB

Format

JPGPNG

Reset to spec

How to prepare

1. Sign in black ink on white paper.
2. Signatures written only in capital letters are not accepted.
3. Crop close to the signature before uploading.

Source: IBPS CRP SPL-XVI detailed notification: signature JPG/JPEG, 140 x 60 px preferred, 10-20 KiB.

Left thumb impression

Required

JPG · 240 × 240 px · 20–50 KB

Dimensions

240 × 240 px at 200 DPI

Max size

20–50 KB

Format

JPG

Crop

Square crop, center focus

White paper background.

Tap to add thumb impression

Upload left thumb impressionor pick from your device. Pasting a screenshot works too. JPG or PNG.

Select file

Advanced settings240×240 px · 20–50 KB · JPG · center focus

Dimensions

px

File size

KB

Format

JPGPNG

Reset to spec

How to prepare

1. Use black or blue ink on white paper.
2. Keep the impression clean and unsmudged.
3. If the left thumb is unavailable, the notice allows the right thumb.

Source: IBPS CRP SPL-XVI detailed notification: left thumb impression JPG/JPEG, 240 x 240 px preferred, 20-50 KiB.

Handwritten declaration

Required

JPG · 800 × 400 px · 50–100 KB

Dimensions

800 × 400 px at 200 DPI

Max size

50–100 KB

Format

JPG

Crop

Wide crop, center focus

#### Print a blank writing template first

Print the blank guide and write on white paper. The writing box is larger than the 800 x 400 px upload so handwriting fits. Then scan and crop it below.

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Write in your normal running handwriting — capital-letter declarations are rejected.

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Tap to add declaration

Upload handwritten declarationor pick from your device. Pasting a screenshot works too. JPG or PNG.

Select file

Advanced settings800×400 px · 50–100 KB · JPG · center focus

Dimensions

px

File size

KB

Format

JPGPNG

Reset to spec

How to prepare

1. Write in English, in your own handwriting — anyone else's invalidates the application.
2. Black ink on white paper; no capital letters.
3. Copy the exact declaration text from your current official notification.

Source: IBPS CRP SPL-XVI detailed notification: handwritten declaration JPG/JPEG, 800 x 400 px preferred, 50-100 KiB.

SSC/SSLC/10th or equivalent certificate PDF

Required

PDF · up to 500 KB

Max size

up to 500 KB

Format

PDF

Tap to add photo or PDF

Upload ssc/sslc/10th or equivalent certificate pdfor pick from your device. Pasting a screenshot works too. PDF, JPG or PNG.

Select file

Advanced settings≤500 KB · PDF

File size

KB

Max

100 KB

200 KB

500 KB

Reset to spec

How to prepare

1. Every candidate uploads this as proof of date of birth/qualification.
2. Posts that need the Clause I(ix) certificate include it in this same PDF.
3. One PDF, A4 page size, under 500 KB, scanned clearly.

Source: IBPS CRP SPL-XVI detailed notification: SSC/SSLC/10th standard or equivalent certificate, and the certificate mentioned in Clause I (ix) for eligible candidates, must be uploaded as one PDF document, A4 page size, file size not exceeding 500 KB.

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### Your documents

0 of 5 files ready

Photograph20–50 KB · JPGRequired

Signature10–20 KB · JPGRequired

Left thumb impression20–50 KB · JPGRequired

Handwritten declaration50–100 KB · JPGRequired

SSC/SSLC/10th or equivalent certificate PDFup to 500 KB · PDFRequired

Download package

## About IBPS SO

IBPS SO (CRP SPL-XVI) recruits Specialist Officers for participating banks. The form needs photograph, signature, left thumb impression, handwritten declaration, and an SSC/SSLC/10th certificate PDF. ibps.in also takes a live photograph during registration; that step stays on the portal.

IBPS SO CRP SPL-XVI applicants whose photo, signature, left thumb impression, handwritten declaration or certificate PDF upload is rejected for size, crop, format or dimensions.

Conducting body

Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS)

Official portal

[IBPS online application portal (ibpsreg.ibps.in)](https://ibpsreg.ibps.in/crpspxvimy26/)

## Sources

- [IBPS CRP SPL-XVI detailed notification](https://www.ibps.in/wp-content/uploads/Detailed-Notification-CRP-SPL-XVI_Final_V1_30.06.2026.pdf)
- [IBPS online application portal (ibpsreg.ibps.in)](https://ibpsreg.ibps.in/crpspxvimy26/)

Checked 2 Sept 2026 · notice dated 30 Jun 2026

Where each rule is written

Each file below links to the exact section of the official PDF where its rule is written.

- [Important Dates](https://www.ibps.in/wp-content/uploads/Detailed-Notification-CRP-SPL-XVI_Final_V1_30.06.2026.pdf) 10 Jul 2026

Online registration including Edit/Modification of Application, and payment of application fees/intimation charges, both run 01.07.2026 to 21.07.2026; Preliminary exam tentatively August 2026 and Main exam tentatively November 2026.
- [photo · Annexure III: Guidelines for Scanning and Upload of Documents - Photograph Image](https://www.ibps.in/wp-content/uploads/Detailed-Notification-CRP-SPL-XVI_Final_V1_30.06.2026.pdf) 10 Jul 2026

Photograph must be a recent passport-style colour picture on a light/white background, no caps, hats or dark glasses. Preferred dimensions 200 x 230 pixels, file size 20-50 KB. The section header itself reads 'Photograph Image: (4.5cm x 3.5cm)', which does not match the 200 x 230 px body text; the pixel spec is kept as the primary claim here (see verificationNotes).
- [signature · Annexure III: Guidelines for Scanning and Upload of Documents - Signature](https://www.ibps.in/wp-content/uploads/Detailed-Notification-CRP-SPL-XVI_Final_V1_30.06.2026.pdf) 10 Jul 2026

Applicant signs on white paper with black ink pen. Preferred dimensions 140 x 60 pixels, file size 10-20 KB, not more than 20 KB. Signature must NOT be in capital letters and must match the signature given at the exam centre or the candidate is disqualified.
- [left thumb impression · Annexure III: Guidelines for Scanning and Upload of Documents - Left thumb impression](https://www.ibps.in/wp-content/uploads/Detailed-Notification-CRP-SPL-XVI_Final_V1_30.06.2026.pdf) 10 Jul 2026

Left thumb impression on white paper with black or blue ink. Dimensions 240 x 240 pixels at 200 DPI (stated as 3 cm x 3 cm width x height), file size 20-50 KB. If left thumb is unavailable, official fallback order is right thumb, then other left-hand fingers from the forefinger, then other right-hand fingers, then left toe, noting which was used.
- [handwritten declaration · Annexure III: Guidelines for Scanning and Upload of Documents - Hand-written declaration Image](https://www.ibps.in/wp-content/uploads/Detailed-Notification-CRP-SPL-XVI_Final_V1_30.06.2026.pdf) 10 Jul 2026

Declaration written in English, clearly, on white paper with black ink, in the candidate's own handwriting and NOT in capital letters. Dimensions 800 x 400 pixels at 200 DPI (stated as 10 cm x 5 cm width x height), file size 50-100 KB. This cycle's declaration text (page 43) reads: 'I, __________ (Name of the candidate), hereby declare that all the information submitted by me in the application form is correct, true and valid. I will present the supporting documents as and when required.'
- [certificate PDF · Annexure III: Guidelines for Scanning and Upload of Documents - SSC/SSLC/10th Standard or Equivalent Certificate and Certificate as mentioned in Clause I (ix)](https://www.ibps.in/wp-content/uploads/Detailed-Notification-CRP-SPL-XVI_Final_V1_30.06.2026.pdf) 10 Jul 2026

SSC/SSLC/10th standard or equivalent certificate (and the conditional, post-specific Clause I(ix) certificate for eligible candidates) must be uploaded as one PDF, A4 page size, file size not exceeding 500 KB.
- [Annexure III: Guidelines for Scanning and Upload of Documents - Photograph Capture](https://www.ibps.in/wp-content/uploads/Detailed-Notification-CRP-SPL-XVI_Final_V1_30.06.2026.pdf) 10 Jul 2026

In addition to the uploaded photograph file, candidates are separately required to capture and upload a live photograph using a webcam or mobile phone during registration. This live-capture step is a portal-only action and is not prepared on this page.
- [Official source](https://ibpsreg.ibps.in/crpspxvimy26/) 10 Jul 2026

CRP SPL-XVI online application portal (ibpsreg.ibps.in subdomain) confirmed live and accepting registrations for the active window as of this verification pass.

- SSC/SSLC/10th or equivalent certificate PDF Read as: notice says 500 KB; stored as KiB

Sources checked 2 Sept 2026 · 0 unchanged, 3 changed

Notice history · 2 changes since Aug 2026

- 2 Sept 2026

Upload-rule numbers now carry source claims (quote -> interpretation -> value); no value changed.
- 6 Aug 2026

photo

Photo guidance refreshed: white/light background rule and an applicant-reported AI/filter warning.

Shared banking-family photo guidance update; the background rule follows the notification's photograph guidelines. The AI/filter rejection is applicant-reported, phrased as such.

[View source](https://www.ibps.in/wp-content/uploads/Detailed-Notification-CRP-SPL-XVI_Final_V1_30.06.2026.pdf)

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## Questions about IBPS SO

What is the IBPS SO photograph size?

JPG, 200 × 230 px, 20–50 KB, as listed in IBPS CRP SPL-XVI detailed notification.

What is the IBPS SO signature size?

JPG, 140 × 60 px, 10–20 KB, as listed in IBPS CRP SPL-XVI detailed notification.

What is the IBPS SO left thumb impression size?

JPG, 240 × 240 px at 200 DPI, 20–50 KB, as listed in IBPS CRP SPL-XVI detailed notification.

What is the IBPS SO handwritten declaration size?

JPG, 800 × 400 px at 200 DPI, 50–100 KB, as listed in IBPS CRP SPL-XVI detailed notification.

What is the IBPS SO SSC/SSLC/10th or equivalent certificate PDF size?

PDF, up to 500 KB, as listed in IBPS CRP SPL-XVI detailed notification. The source does not fix a pixel size for this file, so keep it clear and easy to read.

What is the last date to apply for IBPS SO?

CRP SPL-XVI online registration and payment of application fees/intimation charges ran from 2026-07-01 to 2026-07-21, both dates inclusive, per the official notification's Important Dates table (page 1) and the fee clause in 'How To Apply' (page 23). (Source: [IBPS CRP SPL-XVI detailed notification](https://www.ibps.in/wp-content/uploads/Detailed-Notification-CRP-SPL-XVI_Final_V1_30.06.2026.pdf))

What if IBPS SO photo upload failed?

First check the current official notification. Then resize the rejected photo on this page and upload the new file on the portal. Light or white passport-photo background.

Is this an official website?

No. This is a helper page built from official sources. Always check the official portal and notification before final submission.

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