CBI SO Recruitment 2026: Central Bank of India has issued an official advertisement for the post of 275 Specialist Officers Information Technology etc. Applications are invited from eligible and interested candidates.
CBI SO Recruitment Overview
| Post Name | Specialist Officer IT, Officer, Manager |
| Total Posts | 275 Vacancy |
| Organization | Central Bank of India – CBI |
| Qualification | Graduated, B.E/BTech |
| Salary | Rs. 89,890/- Per Month |
| Application Date | 28th Feb – 23rd Mar 2026 |
CBI SO Recruitment Post Details
Meeting the strict academic and experience standards in the Central Bank of India SO Recruitment process is important for candidates applying for these posts. According to educational rules, a B.E./B.Tech degree in Computer Science/IT/Electronics/ECE or MCA from a Government recognized university with full-time regular courses is required for most technical positions. The deadline for submission of all qualifications, experience, and certifications has been formally fixed as 31st January 2026. Follow this table for complete eligibility details:
CBI SO Education Qualification
Candidates having Graduation in any stream from a recognized university / college will be considered for this post.
- B.E./B.Tech in CS/IT/Electronics/ECE or MCA from Government recognized university (Full-time regular courses)
- Post-qualification relevant experience as per stream (2 to 10 years depending on scale)
Central Bank of India Specialist Officers Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Total Posts |
|---|---|
| Software Developer (Java) | 13 |
| Mobile Developer – Android / iOS | 3 |
| Software Developer (.NET) | 6 |
| Database Administration | 11 |
| Digital Channel Manager / Digital Application Specialist | 23 |
| Linux/Solaris/SAN/Storage/SRE/OpenShift | 14 |
| Windows / Active Directory | 5 |
| Cloud Manager | 5 |
| Information Security, Cyber Security & IT GRC | 38 |
| Network Administrator / Network Security | 5 |
| Production support / ROC / Digital Support | 26 |
| Enterprise / Integration / Public Cloud Architect | 6 |
| DevSecOps | 4 |
| Web Server / Web Logic Administrator | 3 |
| Data Architect | 2 |
| Data Engineer / Data Quality / ETL / PLSQL / BI | 15 |
| Data Scientist | 6 |
| Gen AI | 2 |
| IT Officer | 82 |
| Risk Manager | 4 |
| Taxation / CA | 2 |
| Total | 275 |
CBI SO Recruitment Age Limit
Candidates are advised to check the specific age criteria for the desired position before applying.
- Scale IV: Max 45 Years
- Scale III: Max 35 Years
- Scale II: Max 35 Years
- Scale I: Max 30 Years
- Age Relaxation: SC/ST: +5 years; OBC: +3 years; PwBD: +10 years; Ex-Servicemen: +5 years.
Relaxation in the upper age limit will be given to the reserved categories as given below.
CBI SO Recruitment Salary Details
The financial compensation offered through the Central Bank of India SO Recruitment is highly attractive and follows public sector bank standards. Selected officers receive a salary based on the designated pay scale authorized by the bank. This basic pay is supplemented by various allowances, including housing assistance, medical benefits, and dearness allowance. The following table provides details about the Central Bank of India SO salary:
| Grade/Scale | Pay Scale |
|---|---|
| Chief Manager (Scale IV) | Basic: Rs. 102300-2980/4-114220-3360/2-120940 |
| Senior Manager (Scale III) | Basic: Rs. 85920-2680/5-99320-2980/2-105280 |
| Manager (Scale II) | Basic: Rs. 64820-2340/1-67160-2680/10-93960 |
| Assistant Manager (Scale I) | Basic: Rs. 48480-2000/7-62480-2340/2-67160-2680/7-85920 |
Additional Benefits: Dearness Allowance, House Rent Allowance, Medical Benefits, Pension Schemes, and regular annual increments as per bank policy
Selection Process For CBI SO Recruitment
The selection will be made through a multi-stage process:
- Online Written Examination
- Screening of Applications
- Group Discussion
- Interview.
The Bank reserves the right to modify the selection process. The final merit list will be prepared based on performance in the various stages.
CBI SO Recruitment Application Fee
Candidates have to pay the application fee to complete their online application process, the fee may vary according to the category of the candidates. The complete details regarding the fee are given below.
| Category | Application Fee |
| General/OBC/EWS | Rs.850/- |
| SC/ST | Rs.175/- |
| PwBD | Rs.175/- |
Payment Method: Candidates can pay their application fee through an online payment gateway. Candidates should have any one of the following options to make the online payment: debit card, credit card, net banking or UPI.
Important Dates of CBI SO Recruitment
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Opening Date for Online Registration | 28th February 2026 |
| Closing Date for Online Registration | 23rd March 2026 |
| Date of Online Examination | April 2026 (Tentative) |
| Date of Interview | April 2026 (Tentative) |
| Eligibility Cut-off Date | 31st January 2026 |
How To Apply For CBI SO Recruitment
Candidates interested in applying for the recruitment must submit their applications online through the bank’s official website.
- Visit the CBI Bank website at www.centralbankofindia.bank.in
- Navigate to the “Career” section and click on “Recruitment Opportunities.”
- Register using a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Fill in the application form carefully and upload the required documents (photo, signature, educational certificates).
- Pay the application fee using the available payment methods.
- Submit the form and take a printout.
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