Indian Bank SO Recruitment 2026 Indian Bank has released the notification for the post of Assistant Manager Specialist Officer positions. This recruitment drive seeks to fill 350 Specialist Officer vacancies across various scales including Assistant Manager posts in departments such as IT, Credit, Finance, Risk Management, Treasury, Wealth, HR, Marketing, Security, Civil Engineering and Architecture.
Indian Bank SO Recruitment Overview
| Post Name | Specialist Officer – I,II, III |
| Total Posts | 350 Vacancy |
| Organization | Indian Bank |
| Qualification | Graduated |
| Salary | Rs. 93,960/- Per Month |
| Application Date | 8th – 28th April 2026 |
Indian Bank SO Recruitment Post Details
Name of post: Specialist Officer – SO
Name of organisation: Indian Bank – IOB
Total No of posts: 350 Posts
Indian Bank SO Qualification
Candidates must meet the age, educational, and experience criteria. The Indian Bank SO Recruitment qualifications differ by post, such as:
Educational Qualification (Post-dependent):
- IT Posts: B.E./B.Tech in CS/IT/ECE or MCA or NIELIT ‘B’ Level
- Credit/Finance: MBA (Finance) / CA / ICWA / CFA
- CA Post: Member of ICAI
- Security: Graduate + JCO/Police Inspector/Paramilitary equivalent with 5 yrs service
- Civil Engineer: B.E. Civil with 60% marks
- Architect: B.Arch with valid CoA registration
Work Experience: 1 to 5 years post-qualification experience required for most posts (varies).
Age Limit: Varies by post (examples):
- Manager posts (Scale II): Min 23 – Max 33 years
- Senior Manager posts (Scale III): Min 25-27 – Max 35-37 years
- Assistant Manager (Security): Min 30 – Max 45 years
- Age Relaxation: SC/ST (5 yrs), OBC (3 yrs), PwBD (10 yrs), Ex-Servicemen (5 yrs)
Indian Bank SO Vacancy Details
A total of 350 vacancies have been announced across 31 posts. Below are some key vacancies:
| Post Name | Scale | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Manager-DC Operations | II | 4 |
| Manager-Information Security Operations | II | 3 |
| Manager-DBA | II | 5 |
| Manager-Network Operations | II | 3 |
| Manager-Application Developer | II | 3 |
| Manager-API Developer | II | 4 |
| Manager-Data Analyst | II | 3 |
| Manager-Chartered Accountant | II | 10 |
| Senior Manager-Credit | III | 20 |
| Manager-Credit | II | 80 |
| Senior Manager-Finance | III | 20 |
| Manager-Finance | II | 80 |
| Senior Manager-Financial Analyst | III | 10 |
| Manager-Financial Analyst | II | 40 |
| Senior Manager-Model Validator | III | 4 |
| Senior Manager-Risk Management | III | 6 |
| Manager-Wealth Management | II | 5 |
| Manager-HR | II | 10 |
| Manager-Marketing | II | 10 |
| Assistant Manager-Security | I | 10 |
| Assistant Manager-Civil Engineer | I | 4 |
| Assistant Manager-Architect | I | 1 |
Indian Bank SO Salary
Selected candidates will receive a salary according to the scale of the post from Scale I to Scale III, with basic pay ranging from approximately Rs. 48,480 to over Rs. 1,05,280 plus allowances. Additional benefits include Dearness Allowance, House Rent Allowance, Medical benefits, Leave Travel Concession, and other perks as per Indian Bank and industry standards.
- Scale I: Rs. 48,480 – 85,920/-Per Month
- Scale II: Rs. 64,820 – 93,960/-Per Month
- Scale III: Rs. 85,920 – 1,05,280/-Per Month
Additional benefits: DA, CCA, HRA/Leased accommodation, Leave Fare Concession, Medical Aid, Hospitalization, Retirement benefits, etc. as per Bank rules.
Bond & Probation
- Probation Period: 1 year (Scale II & III)
- Service Bond: Minimum 2 years of service
- Bond Amount: ₹3 lakhs for Scale II & III (₹2 lakhs for Scale I)
- If leaving before 2 years: Reimbursement of bond amount + salary for unserved notice period + training cost.
Indian Bank SO Selection Process
The selection process will be conducted as per the number of applications received. The Bank reserves the right to choose either mode:
Mode 1 (If Test is held):
- Online Test (2 hours, 120 questions, 180 marks)
- English Language: 20 marks (20 mins)
- Professional Knowledge (Domain): 120 marks (60 mins)
- Reasoning: 20 marks (20 mins)
- Quantitative Aptitude: 20 marks (20 mins)
- Negative marking: 1/4th mark per wrong answer
- Interview (100 marks)
- Weightage: Test (80%) + Interview (20%)
- Qualifying marks: 40% for UR/EWS, 35% for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD
Mode 2 (If no test is held):
- Direct shortlisting followed by Interview (100% weightage on Interview)
Indian Bank SO 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.1000/- |
| SC/ST | Rs.175/- |
| PwBD | Exempted |
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 Indian Bank SO Recruitment
Applicants must keep note of the following key dates:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 8th April 2026 |
| Online Registration Starts | 8th April 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply & Pay Fee | 28th April 2026 |
| Exam Date | To be announced |
How To Apply For Indian Bank SO Recruitment
The stages of the online application are given below and candidates can follow these steps to complete the application process.
- Visit the official website of Indian Bank.
- Click on the Indian Bank SO – Recruitment 2026.
- Register using a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Fill in the application form with accurate details.
- Upload necessary documents, including a passport-size photograph and signature.
- Pay the application fee (if applicable).
- Submit the form and take a printout for future reference.
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