The IIBF IT Security Exam Date 2026 has been released and is scheduled to be held on 24th January 2026. The IIBF IT Security Certification Exam will be conducted in Remote Proctored Mode, which allows candidates to take the examination from a location of their choice while maintaining the integrity of the exam process.
Under this system, candidates must verify their identity before the exam. During the examination, the system continuously monitors the candidate using the webcam and microphone to detect any behavior that may suggest unfair practices or cheating. The examination must be taken using a desktop or laptop with a stable internet connection. Use of mobile phones, tablets, or other devices is strictly prohibited.
When is the IIBF IT Security exam scheduled?
As per the official notification, the IIBF IT Security exam has been scheduled to be held on 24th January 2026. The important dates related to the IT Security examination, including registration and exam schedule, are provided below.
| Exam Date | Day | Registration Start Date | Registration End Date |
|---|
| 24th January 2026 | 4th Saturday | 12th January 2026 | 18th January 2026 |
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IIBF IT Security Eligibility Criteria
The Indian Institute of Banking & Finance has set clear eligibility criteria for the IT Security Certification Exam 2026. The exam is open to both IIBF members and non-members who have passed the 12th standard examination in any discipline or an equivalent qualification. The subject of the exam is IT Security, and candidates must score at least 50 marks out of 100 to qualify.
| Section | Details |
|---|
| Eligibility | 1. Open to both Members and Non-Members of the Institute
2. Candidates must have passed the 12th standard examination (in any discipline) or an equivalent qualification. |
| Subject of Examination | IT Security |
| Passing Criteria | Minimum marks required to pass: 50 out of 100 |
IIBF IT Security Exam Pattern 2026
The exam assesses candidates on critical IT security topics, including cybersecurity threats, risk mitigation, IT governance, regulatory frameworks, and secure banking operations.
| Component | Details |
|---|
| Subject of Examination | IT Security |
| Medium of Examination | English Only |
| Total Questions | 120 Objective (MCQs) |
| Total Marks | 100 Marks |
| Exam Mode | Online Mode |
| Negative Marking | No |
| Passing Criteria | Minimum 50 out of 100 Marks |
| Exam Duration | 2 Hours (120 Minutes) |
IIBF IT Security Syllabus
The details of the IIBF IT Security Syllabus are as follows:
| Module | Unit Titles & Key Focus Areas |
|---|
| Module A: IT Security Overview | Unit 1: Introduction to Information Security (Concepts, Goals, Types) Unit 2: Corporate IT Security Policies (Policy Features, Legal Needs) Unit 3: Organisational Security & Risk Management (Risk Metrics, Attack Types) Unit 4: Security Governance (Frameworks, Compliance, Monitoring) Unit 5: Physical & Environmental Security (Security Equipment, IPS) Unit 6: Hardware Security (Routers, Switches, Hubs) Unit 7: Software & Operational Security (Cloud, Banking, User Controls) Unit 8: Security Standards & Best Practices (ISO 27001, COBIT, CIA Triad) |
| Module B: IT Security Controls | Unit 9: Asset Classification & Controls (Hardware/Software Protection, OSI Model) Unit 10: Physical & Environmental Controls (Lighting, e-Waste) Unit 11: Software Security Controls (OS, Databases, Mobile/Internet Banking) Unit 12: Network Controls (VLANs, IDS, Firewalls, Protocols) Unit 13: Software Development Controls (Secure Coding, Cloud, Big Data) |
| Module C: IT Security Threats | Unit 14: Security Threats Overview (Cyber Espionage, Terrorism) Unit 15: Software Attack Prevention & Detection (Malware, Virus Controls) Unit 16: Incident Management (Response Plans, Awareness) Unit 17: Fault Tolerant Systems (HA, SOA Principles) Unit 18: Business Continuity & Disaster Recovery (Downtime Phases, Backups) |
| Module D: IS Audit & Regulatory Compliance | Unit 19: Information Systems Audit (Audit Types, Planning, COBIT, Reports) Unit 20: Regulatory Mechanism in Banks (RBI Guidelines, Gopalakrishna Committee, SEBI, IRDAI) |
