Bank SO Coaching in Thane, Dadar & Borivali
Bank SO (Specialist Officer) Coaching Classes — IBPS SO
D.I.C.E Institute offers Bank SO coaching across our Thane, Dadar, and Borivali centers, preparing candidates for IBPS SO Specialist Officer posts — including IT Officer, Law Officer, HR/Personnel Officer, Marketing Officer, Agriculture Field Officer, and Rajbhasha Adhikari. Our faculty covers both the general aptitude sections and post-specific Professional Knowledge in depth.
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Bank SO Exam Highlights
| Topic | Information |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | IBPS |
| Exam Name | Specialist Officer (Scale I) |
| Exam Frequency | Once a year |
| Exam Level | National |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Exam Stages | Prelims, Mains, Interview |
| Posts Covered | IT Officer, Law Officer, HR/Personnel Officer, Marketing Officer, Agriculture Field Officer, Rajbhasha Adhikari |
| Official Website | ibps.in |
(Application fee and exact vacancy numbers change every cycle — refer to our Notifications page for the current year’s figures rather than hardcoding them here.)
What Is the Bank SO Exam?
The Bank Specialist Officer exam recruits professionally qualified candidates into public sector banks for specialist, non-generalist roles. Unlike Bank PO or Clerk, eligibility and the Professional Knowledge syllabus differ by post — a candidate applying for IT Officer is tested on computer science fundamentals, while a Law Officer candidate is tested on legal and banking law concepts. The exam is conducted in three stages — Preliminary, Main, and Interview.
Eligibility Criteria (Post-Specific)
| Post | Typical Qualification Required |
|---|---|
| IT Officer | B.E./B.Tech in CS/IT/ECE, or PG in Computer Science/IT/Electronics |
| Law Officer | LLB with enrollment as an advocate, or relevant legal experience |
| HR/Personnel Officer | PG degree/diploma in HR, Personnel Management, or Industrial Relations |
| Marketing Officer | MBA or PG degree/diploma with Marketing specialization |
| Agriculture Field Officer | Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture or related agricultural science |
| Rajbhasha Adhikari | PG in Hindi with English as a subject at degree level (or vice versa) |
Age Limit: Typically 20–30 years depending on post, with relaxation for reserved categories as per government norms.
(Post-wise eligibility and qualification cut-off dates are set fresh each recruitment cycle — always confirm against the current official notification.)
Exam Pattern — Preliminary Exam
| Section | Notes |
|---|---|
| Reasoning Ability | Common across most posts |
| Quantitative Aptitude / English Language | Varies by post |
| Professional Knowledge | Post-specific; included in Prelims for most posts under the current pattern |
For most posts (IT Officer, Agriculture Field Officer, HR/Personnel Officer, Marketing Officer): approximately 100 questions, 125 marks, 80 minutes. The Rajbhasha Adhikari post follows a different, language-focused Prelims pattern. Negative marking of 0.25 marks applies for each incorrect answer.
Exam Pattern — Main Exam
| Section | Notes |
|---|---|
| Professional Knowledge | Post-specific; carries the primary weightage |
| English Language | Common across most posts |
| Descriptive English | Included for select posts under the current pattern |
Mains is post-specific and carries the primary weightage toward final selection. Negative marking applies to objective sections.
(Exact question counts, marks, and duration vary by post and are revised periodically by IBPS — our faculty updates post-specific material each cycle to match the current official pattern.)
Selection Process
- Preliminary Exam — Qualifying stage; post-specific
- Main Exam — Objective + Professional Knowledge (and Descriptive English for select posts); primary basis for merit
- Interview — Conducted for candidates who clear Mains
- Final Merit — Combined Mains + Interview score
Syllabus Covered
- Professional Knowledge (post-specific): In-depth subject coverage tailored to your chosen post
- Reasoning Ability: Puzzles, seating arrangements, syllogisms, inequalities, coding-decoding
- Quantitative Aptitude / English Language: Core sections shared across most posts, weightage varies by role
- General/Banking Awareness: Current affairs and financial awareness relevant to banking
Our USP
Why Choose D.I.C.E Institute
Experienced Faculty
Our mentors don’t just teach the syllabus — they understand exam patterns, marking schemes, and common mistakes students make, because many have coached students through multiple exam cycles.
Comprehensive Test Series
Sectional tests, full-length mocks, and previous year papers — all with instant results, detailed solutions, and topic-wise breakdowns — so you always know exactly where you stand.
Performance Tracking
Get your All-India Rank, State Rank, and a clear picture of your strong and weak areas through in-depth performance analytics after every test.
Structured Study Plans
No guesswork — every course follows a week-by-week plan covering syllabus, revision, and current affairs, so preparation stays on track from day one to exam day.Awarded for Excellence in Academic and Extracurricular Activities
Doubt Solving Support
Stuck on a concept? Our faculty offers one-on-one doubt resolution, so small gaps don’t turn into major setbacks closer to the exam.
Flexible Learning
Choose classroom coaching for a more guided experience, or online courses if you need flexibility around college, work, or other commitments.Awarded for Excellence in Academic and Extracurricular Activities
Frequently Asked Questions
Common Questions Before You Reach Out
Is the Professional Knowledge paper the same for all posts?
Two main stages — Preliminary and Main — plus a Local Language Proficiency Test for applicable candidates.
Is there an interview for Bank Clerk?
No, it’s post-specific — IT Officer, Law Officer, HR/Personnel Officer, Marketing Officer, Agriculture Field Officer, and Rajbhasha Adhikari each have a different Professional Knowledge syllabus.
Is there negative marking?
Generally no — most notifications allow candidates to apply for only one post per cycle. Confirm against the current official notification.
Is final year student can apply for SO Post?
No. You must have a postgraduate degree at the time of the interview and the document process.
Do you offer this course at all three centers?
Yes, Bank Clerk coaching is available at our Thane, Dadar, and Borivali centers, as well as online.
Thane Branch
Contact Number
+91 74002 36100.
Head office address
Office No.502, Krishna Plaza Cop. Hsc, above Krishna Sweets, near Thane Railway Station, Shivaji Path, Naupada, Thane West, Thane, Maharashtra 400602
Dadar Branch
Contact Number
+91 74002 36100
Location
Office No. 33 3rd Floor, Bismilla Building, Ranade Rd, opposite Suvidha, near Dadar Railway Station, Dadar West, Dadar, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400028
Borivali Branch
Contact Number
+91 74002 36100
Location
Office no.-2, 2nd Floor, Sai Niketan Building, Chandavarkar Rd, above Jumboking, opposite Goragandhi Restaurant, west, Borivali, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400092
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