IBPS SO - HR/Personnel Officer Practice Exam

IBPS SO - HR/Personnel Officer

The IBPS Specialist Officer – HR/Personnel Officer is a critical human-resources role within public-sector banks. Qualified candidates manage everything from hiring and training to employee policies and conflict resolution. They lead HR functions tailored to banking needs—such as recruitment, performance appraisal, training, and enforcing industrial norms.

You help recruit the right talent, guide their growth, resolve workplace issues, and shape HR policies that support both employee well-being and organizational productivity.

Who should take the Exam?

This exam is ideal for:

• Graduates with qualifications in HR, Personnel Management, Industrial Relations, Labor Law, or related fields

Skills Required

• Human resource practices
• People-management and communication skills
• Strategic thinking and performance evaluation capability

Knowledge Gained

• Recruitment processes, training design, and HR strategy
• Manage industrial relations and employee recognition programs
• Conflict resolution, performance appraisals, and HR policies

Course Outline

The IBPS SO - HR/Personnel Officer Exam covers the following topics -

1. Prelims (Objective – Qualifying Section)

• Reasoning
• English Language
• Quantitative Aptitude

2. Mains – Professional Knowledge

• Human Resource Development
• Business Policy & Strategic Analysis
• Transnational Analysis
• Training & Development
• Recruitment & Selection
• Rewards & Recognition
• Industrial Relations
• Grievance & Conflict Management
• Performance Management & Appraisals