The Central Bank of India (CBI) has officially released a comprehensive notification for the recruitment of Specialist Officers (SO) for the year 2026. This recruitment drive aims to fill 275 vacancies in various specialized technical and management streams including IT, Cyber Security, Data Science, and Risk Management.
For professionals seeking a prestigious Sarkari Naukri in the banking sector, this is a golden opportunity. The online application window is open from 28 February to 23 March 2026. Below are the exhaustive details regarding eligibility, salary, exam pattern, and the application process.
📢 Recruitment Overview: Central Bank SO 2026
| Feature | Details |
| Organization | Central Bank of India (CBI) |
| Post Name | Specialist Officer (Scale I, II, III & IV) |
| Total Vacancies | 275 |
| Job Category | Bank SO Government Jobs / Sarkari Result |
| Notification Date | February 2026 |
| Application Mode | Online via Official Website |
| Selection Process | Online Written Test + Personal Interview |
| Job Location | PAN India (Anywhere in India) |
📊 Vacancy Breakdown (Post-wise & Category-wise)
The vacancies are distributed across highly specialized domains to bolster the bank’s digital and risk infrastructure.
Department-wise Openings
- IT & Technology: IT Officer (82), Software Developer – Java (13), Mobile Developer (3), Database Administration (11), Cloud Manager (5), DevSecOps (4).
- Security & Infrastructure: Info/Cyber Security & IT GRC (38), Network Administrator (5), Windows/Active Directory (5).
- Digital & Data: Digital Channel Manager (23), Data Engineer/ETL/BI (15), Data Scientist (6), Gen AI Specialist (2).
- Management & Finance: Risk Manager (4), Taxation/CA (2), Production Support (26).
Category-wise Distribution
- UR (General): 113
- OBC: 74
- SC: 41
- ST: 20
- EWS: 27
- PwBD: 11
🎓 Eligibility Criteria (As of 31.01.2026)
Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess a Full-time Regular Degree from a Government Recognized University:
- IT Posts: B.E. / B.Tech in Computer Science, IT, ECE, or MCA.
- Finance/Risk: Chartered Accountant (CA) or MBA (Finance) / PGDM / FRM.
- Data Science: M.Tech / B.Tech in Data Science, AI, or Statistics.
Work Experience & Age Limit
| Scale | Grade / Post | Age Limit | Min. Experience |
| Scale I | Assistant Manager | 23 – 30 Years | 1–2 Years |
| Scale II | Manager | 23 – 35 Years | 3–4 Years |
| Scale III | Senior Manager | 23 – 35 Years | 5–7 Years |
| Scale IV | Chief Manager | Up to 45 Years | 8–10 Years |
Note: Age relaxation is applicable as per Government of India norms (SC/ST: 5 years, OBC: 3 years, PwBD: 10 years).
💸 Salary Structure & Perks
Selected candidates will be placed in the following pay scales (plus DA, HRA, Medical, and Perquisites):
- 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
- Service Bond: Selected candidates must execute a bond of ₹3,00,000 to serve the bank for a minimum of 3 years.
📝 Exam Pattern & Selection Process
The selection is based on a 70:30 weightage (70% Written Exam + 30% Interview).
Online Written Examination
The exam will be objective-type and conducted tentatively in April 2026.
| Stream/Category Specific (Professional Knowledge) | 70 | 70 | 60 Mins (Composite) |
| Banking, Economic Scenario & General Awareness | 30 | 30 | — |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 60 Minutes |
- Negative Marking: Generally, there is no negative marking for this recruitment, but candidates should check the hall ticket for final instructions.
- Interview Qualifying Marks: 50% for General/EWS and 45% for Reserved categories.
📅 Important Dates to Remember
- Online Registration Starts: 28 February 2026
- Closure of Registration: 23 March 2026
- Last Date for Fee Payment: 23 March 2026
- Download Admit Card: 7–10 days before the exam
- Tentative Online Exam Date: April 2026
- Personal Interview: April / May 2026
🔗 How to Apply Online
- Visit the Official Website:
centralbankofindia.co.in. - Click on the “Careers” tab and select “Recruitment of Specialist Officers 2026”.
- Click on “New Registration” and enter your basic details.
- Upload your Scanned Photograph, Signature, and Thumb Impression.
- Pay the Application Fee: ₹850 (General/OBC/EWS) or ₹175 (SC/ST/PwBD/Women).
- Submit and print the application form for future reference.