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All India Graduate 08 July 2026 State Bank of India (SBI)
Last Date
08 Jul 2026
Age Limit
Upto 62 Yrs
Qualification
Graduate
Apply Mode
Online

SBI Specialist Cadre Officer Recruitment 2026 Overview

The State Bank of India (SBI) has released its official notification for the Specialist Cadre Officer (SCO) Recruitment 2026. This recruitment drive aims to fill a total of 05 vacancies for various Specialist Cadre Officer posts, including Defence Banking Advisor (Navy), Advisor (Central Armed Police Force), and Circle Defence Banking Advisor (CDBA). Eligible candidates who are Graduates and meet the specific post-wise age criteria (up to 62 years) can apply online for these contractual positions. The selection process involves shortlisting followed by an interview. Successful candidates will be offered an attractive CTC, with salaries varying by post. The online application window opens on 18 Jun As per official notification, and the last date to apply is 08 Jul As per official notification. Interested applicants are advised to review the complete notification for detailed eligibility and application instructions.

Particulars Details
Company Name State Bank of India (SBI)
Post Name Specialist Cadre Officer
No of Posts 05
Salary CTC of Rs. 37.95 lakhs p.a. (post-wise)
Qualification Graduate
Age Limit Max 62 years (post-wise)
Last Date 08 Jul As per official notification
Apply Mode Online
Job Type Contract

Important Dates

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Event Date
Notification Release Date As per official notification
Online Registration of Application Start Date 18 Jun As per official notification
Online Registration of Application Last Date 08 Jul As per official notification
Payment of Fees Start Date 18 Jun As per official notification
Payment of Fees Last Date 08 Jul As per official notification

Vacancy Details

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Particulars Details
Total Vacancies 05
Recruitment Type As per official notification
Vacancy Status As per official notification
Department Allocation As per official notification

Major Posts Included

Post Name No. of Posts
Defence Banking Advisor (Navy) As per official notification
Advisor (Central Armed Police Force) As per official notification
Circle Defence Banking Advisor (CDBA) As per official notification
Total 05

Eligibility Criteria

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Criteria Requirement
Educational Qualification
  • Overall: Graduate
  • Defence Banking Advisor (Navy): Retired from the rank of Vice Admiral/Rear Admiral from Indian Navy.
  • Advisor (Central Armed Police Force): Retired in the rank of Director General (DG) with minimum 3 years experience in CAPF.
  • Circle Defence Banking Advisor (CDBA): Retired from the rank of Major General or Brigadier.
Nationality As per official notification
Final Year Students eligibility As per official notification
Additional Qualification As per official notification

Age Limit

Understand the maximum age limits for different Specialist Cadre Officer posts under the SBI Recruitment 2026.

Post Name/Category Age Limit
Defence Banking Advisor (Navy) Maximum 62 years
Advisor (Central Armed Police Force) Maximum 62 years
Circle Defence Banking Advisor (CDBA) Maximum 60 years

Application Fee

Find out the application fee structure for various categories applying for the SBI Specialist Cadre Officer positions.

Category Application Fee
General/EWS/OBC Rs. As per official notification
SC/ST/PwBD Rs. 0

Selection Process

Learn about the stages involved in the selection process for the SBI Specialist Cadre Officer Recruitment 2026.

Stage Process
Stage 1 Shortlisting
Stage 2 Interview

Salary / Pay Scale

Explore the detailed salary structure and annual CTC for the Specialist Cadre Officer posts at State Bank of India.

Post Name Pay Scale / Salary
Defence Banking Advisor (Navy) CTC of Rs. 37.95 lakhs per annum (Fixed Rs 34.50 lakhs p.a., Variable* (10% of Fixed Pay): Rs 3.45 lakhs p.a.)
Advisor (Central Armed Police Force) CTC of Rs. 26.95 lakhs per annum (Fixed Rs 24.50 lakhs p.a., Variable* (10% of Fixed Pay) – Rs 2.45 lakhs p.a.)
Circle Defence Banking Advisor (CDBA) CTC of Rs. 26.95 lakhs per annum (Fixed Rs 24.50 lakhs p.a., Variable* (10% of Fixed Pay) – Rs 2.45 lakhs p.a.)

How to Apply

Follow these step-by-step instructions to successfully apply online for the SBI Specialist Cadre Officer Recruitment 2026.

  1. Candidates who meet the eligibility criteria should visit the official website of SBI.
  2. Locate the "Apply Online" link for SBI Various Posts Recruitment 2026 in the Important Links section or on the official website.
  3. Fill out the application form carefully with correct personal, educational, and contact details.
  4. Upload required documents such as photograph, signature, and certificates in the prescribed format.
  5. Pay the application fee online, if applicable, through the provided payment gateway.
  6. Review all details carefully before submitting the form to ensure accuracy.
  7. After successful submission, take a printout or save a copy of the submitted application for future reference.

Important Links

Access direct links to the official notification PDF, online application portal, and the State Bank of India's official website.

Description Link
Official Website As per official notification
Notification PDF Click Here
Apply Online As per official notification

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Get quick answers to common questions regarding the SBI Specialist Cadre Officer Recruitment 2026.

Q1. What is the total number of vacancies in SBI Specialist Cadre Officer Recruitment 2026?

Ans: A total of 05 vacancies have been announced for the Specialist Cadre Officer posts.

Q2. What is the last date to apply for SBI SCO Recruitment 2026?

Ans: The last date to apply online for SBI SCO Recruitment 2026 is 08 Jul As per official notification.

Q3. What is the application fee for General/EWS/OBC candidates?

Ans: The application fee for General/EWS/OBC candidates is Rs. As per official notification. For SC/ST/PwBD candidates, the fee is Rs. 0.

Q4. What are the educational qualifications required for these posts?

Ans: Candidates must be Graduates, with specific retirement ranks and experience required for each Specialist Cadre Officer post as detailed in the eligibility criteria.

Q5. What is the selection process for SBI Specialist Cadre Officer posts?

Ans: The selection process involves two main stages: Shortlisting followed by an Interview.

Q6. What is the age limit for Defence Banking Advisor (Navy) post?

Ans: The maximum age limit for the Defence Banking Advisor (Navy) post is 62 years.

Q7. What is the salary for Circle Defence Banking Advisor (CDBA)?

Ans: The CTC for Circle Defence Banking Advisor (CDBA) is Rs. 26.95 lakhs per annum (Fixed Rs 24.50 lakhs p.a., Variable* (10% of Fixed Pay) – Rs 2.45 lakhs p.a.).

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Job Summary

BoardState Bank of India (SBI)
StateAll India
QualificationGraduate
Salary08 July 2026
Apply ModeOnline
Last Date08 Jul 2026

Note: While every effort is made to provide accurate and up-to-date information, candidates are strongly advised to verify all details, including eligibility criteria, important dates, application procedures, and official notifications, from the respective official government websites before applying.