Central Bank of India Promotion Exam Notification 2026 Out For Various Posts

The Central Bank of India Promotion Exam Notification 2026 has been released for the promotion process from JMG Scale I to MMG Scale II, MMG Scale II to MMG Scale III, MMG Scale III to SMG Scale IV, and SMG Scale IV to SMG Scale V. Te bank has initiated the mainstream promotion process for the year 2027–28 under its Career Path-Cum-Promotion Policy for Officers. Eligible officers can apply through the HRMS module within the prescribed timeline.

Central Bank of India Promotion Exam Notification 2026 Out

The online application process began on 21 October 2026, and the last date for submitting applications is 26 October 2026. The written examination under the Written Test Channel (WTC), conducted by IBPS, is scheduled for 22 November 2026. Officers should check the scale-wise service requirements, channel-specific eligibility conditions and other instructions before submitting their applications.

Central Bank of India Promotion Exam Notification 2026: Download PDF

Central Bank of India Promotion Exam 2026: Overview

The key details of the Central Bank of India Promotion Process 2026–28 are provided below.

Central Bank of India Promotion Exam 2026: Important Dates

Candidates should note the following dates for the promotion process.

Central Bank of India Promotion Exam Eligibility Criteria 2026

The eligibility criteria for the mainstream promotion process depend on the officer’s present scale, service length and the channel selected. The cut-off date for determining eligibility is 1 April 2027.

Scale-Wise Minimum Service Requirement

Important Eligibility Conditions

• Written Test Channel: CAIIB qualification is not mandatory for promotion under the Written Test Channel.
• Normal Channel: Officers generally need five years of service in the preceding scale. A relaxation of one year in the minimum service requirement is available to candidates who have qualified CAIIB by the date of application.
• Computer Literacy and Computer Knowledge Test: Qualifying the CLCK test is mandatory for officers seeking promotion to SMG Scale IV and SMG Scale V. Officers who have already qualified the test need not appear again.
• Scale IV to Scale V: Officers must have worked in a branch for at least five years to be eligible to apply.
• Group Discussion: Group Discussion is mandatory for promotion from SMG Scale IV to SMG Scale V.
• Performance Appraisal: Performance appraisal records for FY 2023–24, FY 2024–25 and FY 2025–26 must be completed and updated in HRMS/Central Rise. The notification specifies a minimum grade of “B” or above in the last three years, subject to the applicable policy.
• Sabbatical Leave: Officers on sabbatical leave are not eligible to apply, even if they otherwise meet the requirements.
• Superannuation: Officers due to retire on or before 31 March 2027 are not eligible for this promotion process.

Central Bank of India Promotion Exam Pattern 2026

The written examination under the Written Test Channel will be conducted by IBPS on 22 November 2026.

Computer Literacy and Computer Knowledge Test (CLCK)

The CLCK test applies to officers seeking promotion to SMG Scale IV and SMG Scale V who have not qualified it earlier.

• Test Name: Computer Literacy and Computer Knowledge Test (CLCK)
• Applicable Promotions: MMG Scale III to SMG Scale IV and SMG Scale IV to SMG Scale V
• Required For: Candidates who have not qualified the test earlier
• Minimum Qualifying Marks: 50%
• Consequence of Not Qualifying: The candidate’s written-test paper will not be evaluated

Central Bank of India Promotion Exam Apply Online 2026

The online application process is available through the bank’s HRMS module. Officers must submit their applications within the stipulated timeline and ensure that all recorded information is correct.

How to Apply Through HRMS

The following navigation paths for submitting the promotion application.

For employees applying through HRMS:

• Log in to the HRMS portal or Central HRMS mobile app.
• Navigate to Employee Self Service → Transfer & Promotion → Promotion Application New.
• Complete the application and check all details recorded in HRMS.
• Submit the application within the prescribed deadline.

For applications submitted on behalf of employees:

Navigate to Manager Self Service → Promotion Application New → Add a New Value.

For administrators/authorised approvers:

Navigate to Manager Self Service → Approvals → Promotion.