Central Bank of India 275 Specialist Officer Recruitment 2026: Notification, Eligibility, Salary, Last Date

Central Bank of India 275 Specialist Officer Recruitment 2026: Notification, Eligibility, Salary, Last Date

Central Bank of India Specialist Officers (SO) Recruitment 2026

Recruitment Overview

The Central Bank of India, a leading public sector bank, has released an official notification for the recruitment of 275 Specialist Officers (SO) posts. This is a significant opportunity for engineering and IT graduates looking for a stable career in the banking sector. The recruitment process involves a competitive online examination followed by an interview. Interested candidates meeting the eligibility criteria can apply online starting from 28 February 2026.

Recruitment Type: Competitive Examination (Online Written Exam + Interview).

Key Highlights Table

Vacancy Details (Detailed Breakdown)

Eligibility Criteria (In-Depth)

Educational Qualification

• General Specialist Roles (Java, .NET, DevOps, Cloud, Data, etc.): B.E./B.Tech in Computer Science/IT/ECE/E&TC/Electronics or MCA from AICTE/UGC recognised University.
• Risk Manager: Relevant degree in Risk Management or equivalent.
• Taxation / CA: CA or Postgraduate in Taxation.

Age Limit & Relaxation

Age as on 31 January 2026.

• Scale I (Assistant Manager): Max 30 years
• Scale II (Manager): Max 35 years
• Scale III (Senior Manager): Max 35 years
• Scale IV (Chief Manager): Max 45 years

Age Relaxation:

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

Examination Structure & Selection Process

The selection process consists of two stages:

1. Online Written Examination
2. Interview

Exam Pattern (Preliminary Structure)

Note: Exact pattern and marking scheme will be detailed in the call letter. Generally, banking SO exams cover Professional Knowledge, Reasoning, English, and General Awareness.

Negative Marking: Usually 1/4th (0.25) marks are deducted for every wrong answer. (Candidates should verify specific rules in the official notification).

Application Fee

Mode of Payment: Online

How to Apply (Step-by-Step)

1. Visit the official website of Central Bank of India or click the Apply Online link provided in the Important Links section.
2. Register yourself with a valid email ID and mobile number.
3. Login using the generated credentials and fill in the application form with personal, educational, and experience details.
4. Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and relevant certificates (as per specified dimensions).
5. Pay the application fee online using Debit Card/Credit Card/Net Banking.
6. Review the application form carefully before final submission.
7. Submit the form before 23 March 2026 and take a printout for future reference.

Important Dates

• Opening Date for Online Registration: 28 February 2026
• Closing Date for Online Registration: 23 March 2026
• Eligibility Cut-off Date: 31 January 2026
• Date of Online Examination: April 2026
• Tentative Interview Date: April 2026

Important Links

• Download Official Notification PDF
• Apply Online Link (Active from 28 Feb)
• Official Website