Central Bank of India SO Recruitment 2026: Specialist Officer posts in various IT and Risk streams. Apply online from 28 February 2026 to 23 March 2026. Check eligibility, age limit, salary, selection process and full details here.
Central Bank of India has released an official notification for the recruitment of Specialist Officers (SO) in various streams including IT, Digital Banking, Cyber Security, Risk Management, Database Administration, Cloud, and more.
A total of 275 vacancies are announced across different scales (Scale I, II, III & IV). Eligible and experienced professionals can apply online from 28 February 2026 to 23 March 2026.
Candidates looking for banking specialist jobs in 2026 should not miss this opportunity.
Central Bank of India SO Recruitment 2026
Job Overview Table
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Central Bank of India |
| Advertisement No. | Specialist Officer Recruitment 2026 |
| Post Name | Specialist Officer (Various Streams) |
| Total Vacancies | 275 |
| Apply Start Date | 28 February 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 23 March 2026 |
| Online Exam Date | April 2026 |
| Interview (Tentative) | April 2026 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | www.centralbankofindia.co.in |
Post Details Table
| Post Name | Total Posts | Scale |
|---|---|---|
| Software Developer (Java) | 13 | Scale I–IV |
| Mobile Developer (Android/iOS) | 3 | Scale II |
| Software Developer (.Net) | 6 | Scale II |
| Database Administrator | 11 | Scale II/III |
| Digital Channel Manager / Digital Application Specialist | 23 | Scale I–III |
| Linux/Solaris/SAN/Storage/SRE | 14 | Scale II/III |
| Windows / Active Directory | 5 | Scale II/III |
| Cloud Manager | 5 | Scale II/III |
| Information Security / Cyber Security / IT Governance & Risk | 38 | Scale I–IV |
| Network Administrator / Security | 5 | Scale II/III |
| Production Support / Digital Support | 26 | Scale I–III |
| Enterprise / Public Cloud Architect | 6 | Scale II–IV |
| DevSecOps | 4 | Scale II |
| Web Server / Web Logic Administrator | 3 | Scale II |
| Data Architect | 2 | Scale II |
| Data Engineer / ETL / BI | 15 | Scale II/III |
| Data Scientist | 6 | Scale II/III |
| Gen AI Specialist | 2 | Scale II |
| IT Officer | 82 | Scale I/II |
| Risk Manager | 4 | Scale I/III |
| Taxation / CA | 2 | Scale II |
| Total | 275 |
Educational Qualification
Candidates must have:
- B.E. / B.Tech in Computer Science / IT / Electronics / Communications
OR - MCA (Full Time, Regular Course from recognized University)
Additional certifications required for higher scales (depending on post):
- CISSP / CISM / CRISC / OSCP (Cyber Security)
- Oracle OCA/OCP (DBA)
- Red Hat / Kubernetes (Linux/OpenShift)
- AWS / VMware / Nutanix (Cloud)
- Spring / Java / IBM Certifications (Developer roles)
👉 Experience required:
- Scale I: Minimum 2 Years
- Scale II: Minimum 4 Years
- Scale III: Minimum 6 Years
- Scale IV: Minimum 10 Years
(Experience varies post-wise as per official notification.)
Age Limit
Age limit varies according to scale:
- Scale I: Approx. 20–30 Years
- Scale II: Up to 35 Years
- Scale III: Up to 38 Years
- Scale IV: Up to 40 Years
Age relaxation applicable as per Government rules for SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD candidates.
Salary (Pay Scale)
| Scale | Salary (Approx Basic Pay) |
|---|---|
| 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 |
Other allowances and benefits as per bank rules.
Application Fees
| Category | Fees |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹850 + GST |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Women | ₹175 + GST |
Payment Mode: Online (Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking / UPI)
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start | 28 February 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 23 March 2026 |
| Online Exam | April 2026 |
| Interview | April 2026 |
Selection Process
Selection will be based on:
- Online Written Examination
- Interview
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
Bank may shortlist candidates depending on number of applications.
How to Apply (Step-by-Step)
- Visit the official website of Central Bank of India.
- Go to the Recruitment Section.
- Click on “Specialist Officer Recruitment 2026”.
- Register using valid Email ID and Mobile Number.
- Fill the application form carefully.
- Upload required documents (Photo, Signature, Certificates).
- Pay the application fee.
- Submit the form and take printout for future reference.
Syllabus / Exam Pattern
The Online Exam may include:
- Professional Knowledge (Post Specific)
- English Language
- Reasoning Ability
- Quantitative Aptitude
- IT & Banking Awareness (for relevant posts)
Detailed exam pattern will be available in admit card stage.
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Website | www.centralbankofindia.co.in |
Central Bank of India Specialist Officer Recruitment 2026 offers a great opportunity for IT and Banking professionals to work in a reputed Public Sector Bank. Candidates meeting the eligibility criteria should apply before the last date 23 March 2026.
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