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Please note that these dates are tentative and based on previous years’ schedules. Candidates are advised to regularly check the official IBPS website for the most up-to-date information.
- The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) conducts the recruitment process for the position of Agriculture Field Officer (AFO) under its Specialist Officer (SO) cadre.
- The IBPS AFO role is pivotal in promoting agricultural advancements by facilitating financial services to the farming community.
- As of February 11, 2025, the official notification for the IBPS AFO 2025 recruitment is anticipated to be released in May 2025.
- However, based on previous recruitment cycles, we can provide a comprehensive overview to help prospective candidates prepare in advance.
Key Highlights of IBPS AFO Recruitment:
- Conducting Authority:
- Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS)
- Position:
- Agriculture Field Officer (Scale-I)
- Mode of Application:
- Online
- Selection Process:
- Preliminary Exam, Main Exam, and Interview
- Official Website: www.ibps.in
Tentative Important Dates:
IBPS AFO 2024 Result Declaration|Cut Off, Strategy & Motivation for Freshers & Interview CandidatesTap to play · from the C4S channel
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | May 2025 |
| Online Registration Begins | May 2025 |
| Online Registration Ends | May 2025 |
| Preliminary Exam | July 2025 |
| Preliminary Exam Result | August 2025 |
| Main Exam | September 2025 |
| Main Exam Result | October 2025 |
| Interview | November 2025 |
| Provisional Allotment | November 2025 |
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Eligibility Criteria:
- Educational Qualification:
- A four-year degree in disciplines such as Agriculture, Horticulture, Animal Husbandry, Veterinary Science, Dairy Science, Agricultural Biotechnology, Food Technology, Sericulture, Forestry, or related fields.
- Age Limit:
- Candidates must be between 20 to 30 years of age. Age relaxations are applicable as per government norms for reserved categories.
Exam Pattern:most asked
The selection process comprises three stages:
- Preliminary Examination:
- Objective-type questions.
- Total duration: 2 hours.
- Sections:
- Reasoning: 50 questions (50 marks)
- English Language: 50 questions (25 marks)
- Quantitative Aptitude: 50 questions (50 marks)
- Main Examination:
- Focuses on Professional Knowledge relevant to the Agriculture Field Officer role.
- Total duration: 45 minutes.
- Number of questions: 60 (60 marks)
- Interview:
- Candidates who qualify in the Main Examination are called for an interview, which carries 100 marks.
Syllabus Overview:
Preliminary Exam:
- Reasoning: Puzzles, Seating Arrangements, Coding-Decoding, Syllogism, etc.
- English Language: Reading Comprehension, Cloze Test, Error Detection, etc.
- Quantitative Aptitude: Data Interpretation, Simplification, Arithmetic Problems, etc.
Main Exam (Professional Knowledge):
- Agriculture-related topics such as Agronomy, Soil Science, Horticulture, Animal Husbandry, Agricultural Economics, and more.
Application Process:
- Candidates are required to apply online through the official IBPS website. The application fee is ₹175/- for SC/ST/PwBD candidates and ₹850/- for others.
- Ensure to have all necessary documents, including educational certificates, identification proof, and a recent photograph, before starting the application process.
Preparation Tips:
- Understand the Syllabus:
- Thoroughly review the syllabus for each section and focus on key topics.
- Practice Regularly:
- Solve previous years’ question papers and take mock tests to assess your preparation level.
- Stay Updated:
- Keep abreast of current affairs, especially those related to agriculture and rural development.
- Time Management:
- Develop a study schedule that allocates sufficient time to each subject and stick to it diligently.
