The State Bank of India (SBI), through its Central Recruitment & Promotion Department in Mumbai, has announced the SBI SCO Specialist Cadre Officer Recruitment 2026. This comprehensive drive encompasses three distinct advertisements (CRPD/SCO/2026-27/11, /12, and /13), collectively offering 38 vacancies for Specialist Cadre Officers. These roles span critical areas such as Cyber Security, Artificial Intelligence (AI), IT Security, Human Resources (HR) Management, and Enterprise Technology Architecture, with positions ranging from Deputy Manager to Vice President, on both regular and contractual terms.
About the Recruitment
This recruitment initiative by the State Bank of India aims to onboard highly skilled professionals to strengthen its specialized functions. The combined 38 vacancies are distributed across 10 unique Specialist Cadre posts, addressing diverse technological and managerial needs within the bank. The application window for all three advertisements is unified, allowing eligible candidates to apply online from August 7 to August 27, 2026.
Vacancy Details: 38 Specialist Cadre Officer Posts
The recruitment drive features a total of 38 vacancies across various specialized roles. These include 34 posts under Advt 11, focusing on Cyber Security and AI specialists; 2 posts under Advt 12 for HR Managers; and 2 posts under Advt 13 for leadership roles in Enterprise Technology Architecture. The number of vacancies is provisional and subject to change based on the bank's requirements.
Advt No. CRPD/SCO/2026-27/11 - 34 Posts
| S. No. | Post | Nature of Engagement | No. of Posts |
|---|
| 1 | Deputy Vice President (DVP) – Cyber Innovation & Simulation Lab | Contractual (SMGS-V) | 1 (UR-1) |
| 2 | Deputy Vice President (DVP) – Citizen Centric Initiatives | Contractual (SMGS-V) | 1 (UR-1) |
| 3 | Deputy Vice President (DVP) – Cyber Security | Contractual (SMGS-V) | 2 (UR-2, incl. 1 PwBD-VI horizontal) |
| 4 | Deputy Manager – AI Specialists | Regular | 25 (UR-12, SC-4, ST-1, OBC-6, EWS-2, incl. 1 PwBD horizontal) |
| 5 | Deputy Manager – IT Security Expert | Regular | 2 (UR-2, incl. 1 PwBD horizontal) |
| 6 | Deputy Manager – Cyber Security Analyst | Regular | 3 (UR-2, OBC-1, incl. 1 PwBD backlog) |
Advt No. CRPD/SCO/2026-27/12 - 2 Posts
| S. No. | Post | Grade | No. of Posts |
|---|
| 1 | Manager (Manpower Planning & Recruitment) | MMGS-III (Regular) | 1 (UR-1) |
| 2 | Manager (Learning & Development) | MMGS-III (Regular) | 1 (UR-1) |
Advt No. CRPD/SCO/2026-27/13 - 2 Posts
| S. No. | Post | Nature of Engagement | No. of Posts |
|---|
| 1 | Dy. Chief Technology Officer (Enterprise Architecture) | Contractual | 1 (Regular-1; includes 1 PwBD-LD backlog) |
| 2 | Vice President (Enterprise & Technology Architect) | Contractual | 1 (Regular-1; includes 1 PwBD-VI backlog) |
Eligibility Criteria and Educational Qualifications
Candidates applying for SBI Specialist Cadre Officer posts must meet specific educational qualifications and possess relevant post-qualification experience as of July 31, 2026. The requirements vary significantly by post, encompassing various engineering, IT, and management degrees.
| Post | Essential Qualification | Essential Experience |
|---|
| DVP – Cyber Innovation & Simulation Lab | BE/B.Tech (any discipline) OR MCA/M.E./M.Tech/M.Sc (any discipline) from a recognized university/institution | 12+ years overall, with at least 6 years in Technology/Digital/Cyber Security Innovation, Innovation Labs/CoE, or related domains |
| DVP – Citizen Centric Initiatives | BE/B.Tech (any discipline) OR MCA/M.E./M.Tech/M.Sc (any discipline); advanced degree in Cybersecurity/IT preferred | Minimum 12 years in BFSI IT/Information Security/Cyber Security, with at least 6 years in cyber security/cybersecurity awareness |
| DVP – Cyber Security | BE/B.Tech (any discipline) OR MCA/M.E./M.Tech/M.Sc (any discipline); advanced degree in Cybersecurity/IT preferred | Minimum 12 years in BFSI IT/Information Security/Cyber Security, with at least 6 years in Cyber Research/Cyber Defence & Intelligence |
| Deputy Manager – AI Specialist | B.Tech/B.E./MCA/M.Tech/M.Sc in Computer Science, Data Science & AI, Software Engineering, IT, Electronics, or equivalent, with min. 50% score (for Bachelor's) | 4 years post-qualification IT experience, incl. 2 years in ML/Deep Learning, GenAI/RAG pipelines, cloud ML, or related tools |
| Deputy Manager – IT Security Expert | B.Tech/B.E./MCA/M.Tech/M.Sc in Computer Science, Data Science & AI, Software Engineering, IT, Electronics, or equivalent, with min. 50% score (for Bachelor's) | 4 years post-qualification experience in Cyber Security/IT domain |
| Deputy Manager – Cyber Security Analyst | B.Tech/B.E./MCA/M.Tech/M.Sc in Computer Science, Data Science & AI, Software Engineering, IT, Electronics, or equivalent, with min. 50% score (for Bachelor's) | 4 years post-qualification experience in Cyber Security/IT domain |
| Manager (Manpower Planning & Recruitment) | MBA/PGDM/PGDBM or equivalent, specialization in HR/HRD/HRM, from an AICTE/UGC/Government-recognized institution | Minimum 6 years' post-basic HR experience, preferably in IT industry or IT vertical within BFSI |
| Manager (Learning & Development) | Same as above | Minimum 6 years' post-basic HR/Training experience, preferably in IT industry or IT vertical within BFSI |
| Dy. Chief Technology Officer (Enterprise Architecture) | Engineering Graduate OR MCA; B.E./B.Tech/M.E./M.Tech preferred in Software Engineering/CSE/IT/Computer Technology/Electronics; TOGAF Certification compulsory | Minimum 18 years' overall IT experience with regulated financial services/BFSI product organizations, incl. 5 years at senior executive level and 8 years in Architectural functions |
| Vice President (Enterprise & Technology Architect) | Engineering Graduate OR MCA; B.E./B.Tech/M.E./M.Tech preferred in Software Engineering/CSE/IT/Computer Technology/Electronics; TOGAF Certification compulsory | Minimum 15 years' overall IT experience, incl. 3 years at senior executive level and 5 years in Architectural functions (mandatory) |
Candidates must provide clear experience certificates detailing their duties, duration, and responsibilities. Training and teaching experience are not considered for eligibility.
Age Limit for SBI Specialist Cadre Officer Posts
The age limit for the SBI Specialist Cadre Officer positions is calculated as of July 31, 2026, and varies by post. Reserved category candidates are eligible for age relaxation as per Government of India norms.
| Post | Minimum Age | Maximum Age |
|---|
| DVP (all three posts) | 35 years | 45 years |
| Deputy Manager (all three posts) | 25 years | 35 years |
| Manager (Manpower Planning & Recruitment / Learning & Development) | 28 years | 40 years |
| Dy. Chief Technology Officer (Enterprise Architecture) | 42 years | 50 years |
| Vice President (Enterprise & Technology Architect) | 40 years | 48 years |
Upper age relaxation is 3 years for OBC (Non-Creamy Layer), 5 years for SC/ST, and 10/13/15 years for PwBD (UR/EWS, OBC, SC/ST respectively). Cumulative relaxation is not allowed.
Salary and Compensation for Specialist Cadre Officers
The salary structure for SBI Specialist Cadre Officers includes both regular pay scales and attractive annual CTC packages for contractual roles. Regular posts offer basic pay along with various allowances and perquisites, while contractual positions feature negotiable CTCs linked to performance.
| Post | Pay Scale / Annual CTC | Contract Period (where applicable) |
|---|
| DVP – Cyber Innovation & Simulation Lab / Citizen Centric Initiatives / Cyber Security | Annual CTC upper range up to ₹60 lakhs (90% Fixed: 10% Variable) | 3 years, extendable by 2 more years at Bank's discretion (total not exceeding 5 years) |
| Deputy Manager – AI Specialist / IT Security Expert / Cyber Security Analyst | Basic Pay ₹64,820–2340/1–67,160–2680/10–93,960 (Regular post) + DA, HRA, CCA, PF, NPS, LFC, Medical Facility, and other perks as per Bank's salary structure | Not applicable (Regular post) |
| Manager (Manpower Planning & Recruitment / Learning & Development) | MMGS-III scale: ₹85,920–2680/5–99,320–2980/2–1,05,280 + DA, HRA, CCA, PF/NPS, LFC, Medical Facility, other perquisites | Not applicable (Regular post); 12 months' probation |
| Dy. Chief Technology Officer (Enterprise Architecture) | Annual CTC up to ₹170 lakhs (80% Fixed: 20% Variable) | 3 years, extendable by 2 more years at Bank's discretion |
| Vice President (Enterprise & Technology Architect) | Annual CTC up to ₹96 lakhs (80% Fixed: 20% Variable) | 3 years, extendable by 2 more years at Bank's discretion |
Contractual CTCs are negotiable based on experience and current emoluments, with variable pay tied to performance appraisal scores. Annual increments for contractual roles can be up to 10% of CTC, subject to performance.
Important Dates for Application
The online application process for all three SBI Specialist Cadre Officer advertisements begins on August 7, 2026, and concludes on August 27, 2026. Candidates should note the eligibility cut-off date for age, qualification, and experience is July 31, 2026.
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Online Registration Start (all 3 advertisements) | 07 Aug 2026 |
| Online Registration & Fee Payment Last Date (all 3 advertisements) | 27 Aug 2026 |
| Eligibility Cut-off Date (age/qualification/experience) | 31 Jul 2026 |
| Shortlisting/Interview Schedule | To be Announced |
Application Fee Details
The application fee for the SBI Specialist Cadre Officer Recruitment 2026 is ₹750 for General, EWS, and OBC candidates. Candidates belonging to SC, ST, and PwBD categories are exempt from paying any fee.
| Category | Fee |
|---|
| General/EWS/OBC candidates | ₹750 (Application Fee + Intimation Charges) |
| SC/ST/PwBD candidates | No Fee |
Fees are non-refundable and must be paid online through the integrated payment gateway using Internet Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card, or UPI.
Selection Process
The selection process for all Specialist Cadre Officer posts at SBI involves a combination of shortlisting and an interview. For contractual positions, a CTC negotiation stage follows the interview.
- Shortlisting — Candidates will be shortlisted based on criteria determined by the Bank. Merely fulfilling the minimum eligibility requirements does not guarantee an interview call.
- Interview (100 marks) — An interview carrying 100 marks will be conducted, with qualifying marks decided by the Bank.
- Merit List — A merit list will be prepared in descending order of interview scores. In case of a tie, older candidates will be ranked higher.
- CTC Negotiation (for contractual posts only) — For DVP, Dy. Chief Technology Officer, and Vice President roles, a CTC negotiation will occur with candidates in merit order. If a candidate does not accept the negotiated CTC, it is considered a Voluntary Exit, and the next eligible candidate is considered.
- Final Selection — Final selection is based on the merit list and successful CTC negotiation for contractual roles.
How to Apply for SBI Specialist Cadre Officer Recruitment 2026
To apply for the SBI Specialist Cadre Officer positions, eligible candidates must follow the online application procedure on the official SBI careers portal.
- Visit the official SBI careers website: sbi.bank.in/web/careers/current-openings.
- Locate and click on the specific advertisement number (CRPD/SCO/2026-27/11, /12, or /13) for the post you wish to apply for.
- Carefully download and review the detailed advertisement PDF.
- Register online and proceed to upload your recent photograph and signature as per the specified guidelines.
- Complete the application form with accurate details. You can save a partially filled form and resume later using the generated registration number and password.
- Upload all necessary documents in the prescribed format.
- Pay the applicable application fee through the online payment gateway.
- Submit the completed form and print a copy for your records.
Candidates can apply for both Manager posts under Advt 12 if eligible, but are restricted to applying for only one post under Advt 11. No corrections are permitted after final submission.
Documents Required for Application
Applicants must prepare and upload several documents during the online application process. It is crucial to ensure all documents meet the specified format and size requirements.
- Recent passport-style colour photograph and signature.
- Brief Resume / Biodata (if a specific format is prescribed by the Bank).
- ID Proof (e.g., Aadhar Card, Passport) and Proof of Date of Birth.
- PAN Card (mandatory for Advt 13).
- Relevant educational mark-sheets and degree certificates.
- Experience certificate(s) clearly detailing duties, dates, level, and responsibilities.
- Caste Certificate / EWS Certificate (if applicable, in Government-prescribed format).
- PwBD Certificate (if applicable, issued by a competent authority, dated on or before the last registration date).
- Preferred qualification/certification documents (e.g., TOGAF, CISSP, CISM, PMP, as applicable).
- Form-16/Offer Letter/Latest salary slip from current employer.
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the current employer, mandatory for candidates serving in Government/Quasi-Government offices, PSUs, Nationalized Banks, Financial Institutions, or SBI Group companies, to be submitted at the time of interview.
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