The Central Bank of India has released an official notification for the recruitment of Specialist Officers (SCO) 2026 in various IT and specialist streams. Eligible and experienced candidates can apply online from 28 February 2026 to 23 March 2026. The online examination is scheduled for April 2026, followed by interviews.
This is a great opportunity for candidates looking to build a career in a leading Public Sector Bank with a PAN India presence of 4500+ branches.
Important Dates
- Starting Date to Apply Online: 28.02.2026
- Last Date to Apply Online: 23.03.2026
- Online Examination: April 2026
- Interview (Tentative): April 2026
Total Vacancies: 275 Posts
Recruitment is being conducted for various Specialist Officer posts across different scales (Scale I to Scale IV).
Major Posts Include:
- Software Developer (Java / .Net)
- Mobile Developer (Android/iOS)
- Database Administrator
- Digital Channel Manager
- Linux/Solaris/SAN/Storage/SRE/OpenShift
- Windows/AD
- Cloud Manager
- Information Security & Cyber Security
- Network Administrator
- Production Support / ROC
- Enterprise / Cloud Architect
- DevSecOps
- Data Architect
- Data Engineer / ETL / BI
- Data Scientist
- Gen AI Specialist
- IT Officer (82 Posts – Highest Vacancies)
- Risk Manager
- Taxation/CA
Reservation applicable for SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD as per Government norms.
Eligibility Criteria
Nationality
Candidate must be:
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Key Highlights
- Citizen of India
- OR subject of Nepal/Bhutan
- OR Tibetan refugee (before 01.01.1962)
- OR Person of Indian Origin from specified countries
Essential Qualification
- B.E./B.Tech (CS/IT/ECE/E&TC/Electronics) or MCA from AICTE/UGC recognised University.
- Relevant degree in Risk Management or equivalent.
- CA or Postgraduate in Taxation.
Age Limit (As on 31.01.2026)
| Scale | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| Scale I | 30 Years |
| Scale II | 35 Years |
| Scale III | 35 Years |
| Scale IV | 45 Years |
Age Relaxation:
- SC/ST – 5 Years
- OBC – 3 Years
- PwBD – 10 Years
- Ex-Servicemen – 5 Years
- Maximum age should not exceed 56 years (with relaxation)
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| SC/ST/PwBD/Women | ?175 |
| General/OBC/EWS | ?850 |
Payment Mode: Online Only
Salary Structure (Scale Wise)
| Scale | Basic Pay |
|---|---|
| Scale I | ?48,480 – ?85,920 |
| Scale II | ?64,820 – ?93,960 |
| Scale III | ?85,920 – ?1,05,280 |
| Scale IV | ?1,02,300 – ?1,20,940 |
Additional allowances & perquisites as per Bank policy.
Selection Process
Selection will be based on:
- Online Written Examination (100 Marks)
- Interview (100 Marks)
Exam Pattern
| Section | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stream Specific | 50 | 75 | 60 mins |
| Reasoning | 15 | 15 | |
| Banking & GA | 10 | 10 | 30 mins |
| Total | 75 | 100 | 90 mins |
No Negative Marking
Qualifying Marks:
- 50% (General/EWS)
- 45% (SC/ST/OBC/PwBD)
Weightage: Written (70%) + Interview (30%)
Exam Centres in Maharashtra
- Mumbai / Navi Mumbai / Thane
- Pune
- Nagpur
- Chhatrapati Sambhaji Nagar (Aurangabad)
(Other centres available across India.)
Bond & Posting
- Bond Amount: ?3 Lakhs
- Bond Duration: 3 Years
- Posting Location: Primarily Mumbai/Navi Mumbai or anywhere in India
- May require 24×7 shift duties
Important Conditions
- Minimum CIC Score: 650 required
- No credit defaults allowed
- Existing bank employees must complete 3 years of service before applying
- Selected internal candidates must resign and join as fresh candidates
How to Apply?
- Visit official website
- Click on “Apply Online”
- Register with basic details
- Upload:
- Photograph
- Signature
- Left Thumb Impression
- Handwritten Declaration
- Live Photograph
- Pay Application Fee
- Submit & Print Application Form
Direct Apply Link
Candidates can apply online through IBPS portal:
https://ibpsreg.ibps.in/cbisofeb26/
Download Official Notification
Final Words
The Central Bank of India SCO Recruitment 2026 offers an excellent opportunity for IT and specialist professionals to secure a prestigious officer-level position in a Public Sector Bank. With attractive salary packages, career growth, and job security, this recruitment drive is expected to attract a large number of applicants.
Interested candidates are advised to apply before 23 March 2026 and start preparing for the online examination scheduled in April 2026.
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FAQs for the Specialist Officer Recruitment 2026 of Central Bank of India
What are the important dates?
nline Registration Starts: 28.02.2026
Last Date to Apply: 23.03.2026
Online Examination: April 2026
Interview (Tentative): April 2026
How many total vacancies are available?
There are 275 total vacancies across various specialist streams. Vacancies are provisional and may change.
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