Central Bank of India SO Recruitment 2026 Notification Out for 275 Specialist Officer Posts

The Central Bank of India has officially released the Central Bank of India SO Recruitment 2026 Notification, announcing a total of 275 vacancies across various IT and Non-IT streams from Scale I to Scale IV. This recruitment drive offers excellent career opportunities for professionals in fields such as Software Development, Cyber Security, Cloud Management, Data Science, Risk Management, and Taxation/CA.

Central Bank of India SO Recruitment 2026 Notification Out

Candidates who meet the required educational qualification and work experience can apply online within the given dates under the Central Bank of India SO Recruitment 2026. The official notification of Central Bank of India SO Recruitment 2026 includes complete details about important dates, eligibility criteria, age limit, required experience, salary, selection process, application fee, exam pattern, and exam centres.

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CBI SO Recruitment 2026 Important Dates

• Online Application Starts: 28 February 2026
• Last Date to Apply: 23 March 2026
• Online Exam: April 2026 (Tentative)
• Interview: April 2026 (Tentative)
• Eligibility Cut-off Date: 31 January 2026

Central Bank of India SO 2026 Vacancy

CBI SO Eligibility Criteria

The eligibility conditions include educational qualification, age limit, age relaxation, and required work experience. Only those candidates who meet all the prescribed requirements as on the cut-off date will be considered for the recruitment process.

Educational Qualification

For most IT posts:

• B.E./B.Tech in CS/IT/Electronics or related field
  OR
• MCA (Full-time regular course only)

For specific roles:

• Risk Manager: MBA (Finance) / PG Diploma in Banking & Finance / Statistics
• Taxation/CA: CA Final Pass

Age Limit (As on 31 Jan 2026)

• Scale I: Maximum 30 years
• Scale II: Maximum 35 years
• Scale III: Maximum 35 years
• Scale IV: Maximum 45 years

Age Relaxation

• SC/ST: 5 years
• OBC: 3 years
• PwBD: 10 years
• Ex-Servicemen: 5 years

Experience Requirement

Most posts require 2–10 years of relevant experience, depending on scale and position.

Note: Experience less than 6 months in any organization will not be considered (except current employment).

Central Bank of India SO Recruitment 2026 Apply Online

To apply for the Central Bank of India SO Recruitment 2026, eligible candidates must submit their applications online only through the official IBPS registration portal. Begin by completing the new registration and noting your provisional registration number and password.

Fill in all personal, educational, and work experience details carefully, and upload the required documents including your passport-size photo, signature, left thumb impression, and handwritten declaration in the prescribed format.

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How to Apply for Central Bank of India SO Recruitment 2026

• Visit Official Website: Go to official Portal.
• New Registration: Click “Click Here to Apply Online” and complete registration. Note your registration number and password.
• Fill Application Form: Enter personal, educational, and work experience details accurately.
• Upload Documents: Upload photo, signature, left thumb impression, and handwritten declaration in the prescribed format.
• Pay Application Fee: Complete the payment online using debit/credit card, net banking, or UPI.
• Submit & Print: Submit the form and download a copy for future reference.

Central Bank of India SO Recruitment 2026 Application Fee

• SC/ST/PwBD/Women Candidates: ₹175 (Intimation Charges)
• All Other Candidates: ₹850 (Fee + Intimation)

Payment Mode: Online only via Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI, or IMPS.
Important: The fee is non-refundable and must be paid within the application window (28 Feb to 23 Mar 2026).

CBI SO Recruitment 2026 Salary

The pay scale for Specialist Officers depends on the post and scale:

• Scale I – Assistant Manager: ₹48,480 – ₹85,920
• Scale II – Manager: ₹64,820 – ₹93,960
• Scale III – Senior Manager: ₹85,920 – ₹1,05,280
• Scale IV – Chief Manager: ₹1,02,300 – ₹1,20,940

In addition to the basic pay, candidates are eligible for DA, HRA, CCA, special allowances, and other perks as per the bank’s policy.

Central Bank of India SO Recruitment 2026 Selection Process

The selection for Specialist Officer (SO) posts will be based on:

• Online Written Test – Tests professional knowledge, reasoning, and banking/general awareness.
• Interview – Candidates qualifying the written test will be called for an interview.
• Document Verification – Final verification of educational qualifications, experience, and other documents.