What is the salary for Specialist Officer posts?

The salary ranges from Rs. 48,480 to Rs. 1,20,940 depending on the scale.

What is the application fee for Central Bank SO Recruitment 2026?

SC, ST, PWBD and Women candidates need to pay Rs. 175 plus GST, while all other candidates must pay Rs. 850 plus GST.

What is the required educational qualification for SO posts?

Candidates must have B.E., B.Tech in relevant discipline or MCA. For Taxation post, Chartered Accountant qualification is required.

How can I apply for Central Bank of India SO Recruitment 2026?

Candidates can apply online through the official website by filling the application form and paying the required fee before the last date.

Central Bank of India Vacancy 2026 for 275 Specialist Officer - Apply Before 23 March

Q: What is the last date to apply for Central Bank of India SO Recruitment 2026?

The last date to apply online is 23 March 2026.

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SHORT INFORMATION

Central Bank of India has released a notification for the recruitment of Officers in Specialist Category in various streams. The online registration process starts from 28 February 2026 and the last date to apply is 23 March 2026. The online examination will be conducted in April 2026, and the interview is also tentatively scheduled for April 2026.

A total of 275 vacancies have been announced across different posts and scales (Scale I, II, III and IV). The recruitment covers multiple specialist roles including Software Developer (Java/Dot Net), Mobile Developer (Android/iOS), Database Administration, Digital Channel Manager, Linux/Windows Administrator, Cloud Manager, Information Security, Network Administrator, IT Officer, Risk Manager and Taxation/CA.

Important Dates

Event	Date / Link
Opening Date for Online Registration	28 February 2026
Closing Date for Online Registration	23 March 2026
Online Examination Date	April 2026
Tentative Interview Date	April 2026
Official Website	https://www.centralbankofindia.co.in

Category Wise Vacancy Details

Post Name	Scale	SC	ST	OBC	EWS	UR	Total
Software Developer (Java)	I/II/III/IV	1	0	4	1	7	13
Mobile Developer (Android/iOS)	II	0	0	1	0	2	3
Software Developer (Dot Net)	II	1	0	2	0	3	6
Database Administration	II/III	1	0	4	1	5	11
Digital Channel Manager	II/III	4	2	6	3	8	23
Linux/Solaris/SAN/Storage/SRE	II/III	1	1	5	1	6	14
Windows / AD	II/III	0	0	1	1	3	5
Cloud Manager	II/III	0	0	2	0	3	5
Information Security / Cyber Security	I/II/III/IV	7	4	12	3	12	38
Network Administrator	II/III	1	0	1	0	3	5
Production / Digital Support	I/II/III	3	3	7	2	11	26
Enterprise / Public Cloud Architect	II/III/IV	0	0	1	1	4	6
DevSecOps	II	0	0	1	1	2	4
Web Server / Web Logic Admin	II	0	0	0	1	2	3
Data Architect	II	0	0	1	0	1	2
Data Engineer / ETL / BI	II/III	2	1	5	1	6	15
Data Scientist	II/III	0	1	2	0	3	6
Gen AI	II/III	0	0	0	0	2	2
IT Officer	I/II	20	8	19	11	24	82
Risk Manager	I/III	0	0	0	0	4	4
Taxation / CA	II	0	0	0	0	2	2
Grand Total	—	41	20	74	27	113	275

AGE LIMIT

Scale I: Minimum 23 years – Maximum 30 years
Scale II: Minimum 25 years – Maximum 33 years
Scale III: Minimum 27 years – Maximum 35 years
Scale IV: Minimum 30 years – Maximum 40 years.

Age Relaxation

Scheduled Caste (SC) / Scheduled Tribe (ST) – 5 years
Other Backward Classes (OBC) – 3 years
PwBD (Divyangjan) – 10 years
Children / Family members of those who died in 1984 riots – 5 years
Ex-servicemen / Commissioned Officers (including ECOs / SSCOs) who have rendered at least 5 years of military service and have been released on completion of assignment (or within 12 months of application date) – 5 years (subject to government ceiling guidelines)

Educational Qualification & Experience required

1) Software Developer (Java)

Qualification: B.E./B.Tech (CS/IT/Electronics related) or MCA (Full-time, regular).
Experience:
- Scale I – 2 years
- Scale II – 4 years
- Scale III – 6 years
- Scale IV – 10 years

2) Mobile Developer (Android/iOS) – Scale II

Qualification: B.E./B.Tech (CS/IT/Electronics related) or MCA.
Experience: 4 years

3) Software Developer (Dot Net) – Scale II

Qualification: B.E./B.Tech (CS/IT/Electronics related) or MCA.
Experience: 4 years

4) Database Administration (DBA)

Qualification: B.E./B.Tech (CS/IT/Electronics related) or MCA.
Experience:
- Scale II – 4 years
- Scale III – 6 years

5) Digital Channel Manager

Qualification: B.E./B.Tech or MCA.
Experience:
- Scale II – 4 years
- Scale III – 6 years

6) Digital Application Specialist

Qualification: B.E./B.Tech or MCA.
Experience:
- Scale I – 2 years
- Scale II – 4 years

7) Linux / Solaris / SRE / OpenShift

Qualification: B.E./B.Tech or MCA.
Experience:
- Scale II – 4 years
- Scale III – 6 years

8) Windows / Active Directory

Qualification: B.E./B.Tech or MCA.
Experience:
- Scale II – 4 years
- Scale III – 6 years

9) Cloud Manager

Qualification: B.E./B.Tech or MCA.
Experience:
- Scale II – 4 years
- Scale III – 6 years

10) Information Security / Cyber Security / IT Governance

Qualification: B.E./B.Tech or MCA.
Experience:
- Scale I – 2 years
- Scale II – 4 years
- Scale III – 6 years
- Scale IV – 10 years

11) Network Administrator / Network Security

Qualification: B.E./B.Tech or MCA.
Experience:
- Scale II – 4 years
- Scale III – 6 years

12) Production Support / Digital Support

Qualification: B.E./B.Tech or MCA.
Experience:
- Scale I – 2 years
- Scale II – 4 years
- Scale III – 6 years

13) Enterprise / Integration / Public Cloud Architect

Qualification: B.E./B.Tech or MCA.
Experience:
- Scale II – 4 years
- Scale III – 6 years
- Scale IV – 10 years

14) DevSecOps – Scale II

Qualification: B.E./B.Tech or MCA.
Experience: 4 years

15) Web Server / Web Logic Administrator – Scale II

Qualification: B.E./B.Tech or MCA.
Experience: 4 years

16) Data Architect – Scale II

Qualification: B.E./B.Tech or MCA.
Experience: 4 years

17) Data Engineer / ETL / BI

Qualification: B.E./B.Tech or MCA.
Experience:
- Scale II – 4 years
- Scale III – 6 years

18) Data Scientist

Qualification: B.E./B.Tech or MCA.
Experience:
- Scale II – 4 years
- Scale III – 6 years

19) Gen AI

Qualification: B.E./B.Tech or MCA.
Experience:
- Scale II – 4 years
- Scale III – 6 years

20) IT Officer

Qualification: B.E./B.Tech or MCA.
Experience:
- Scale I – 2 years
- Scale II – 4 years

21) Risk Manager

Qualification: As prescribed in notification (Risk/Finance related).
Experience:
- Scale I – 2 years
- Scale III – 6 years

22) Taxation / CA – Scale II

- Qualification: Chartered Accountant (CA).
- Experience: 2 years

Salary/ Stipend - SO Bharti 2026

Scale	Pay Scale (Basic Pay)	Applicable Posts
Scale I (JMGS I)	₹48,480 – 85,920	Software Developer (Java), Information Security, Production Support, Digital Application Specialist, IT Officer, Risk Manager (Scale I posts)
Scale II (MMGS II)	₹64,820 – 93,960	Mobile Developer, Dot Net Developer, DBA, Digital Channel Manager, Linux/Solaris, Windows/AD, Cloud Manager, Network Administrator, DevSecOps, Data Architect, Data Engineer, Data Scientist, Gen AI, IT Officer, Taxation/CA, Web Server Admin
Scale III (MMGS III)	₹85,920 – 1,05,280	Java Developer, DBA, Digital Channel Manager, Linux/Solaris, Windows/AD, Cloud Manager, Information Security, Network Administrator, Production Support, Data Engineer, Data Scientist, Gen AI, Risk Manager
Scale IV (SMGS IV)	₹1,02,300 – 1,20,940	Java Developer, Information Security, Enterprise / Public Cloud Architect

Exam Pattern

Sr. No.	Name of the Test	No. of Questions	Maximum Marks	Duration
1	Stream / Category Specific Questions	50	75	60 Minutes
2	Reasoning	15	15
3	Banking, Present Economic Scenario & General Awareness	10	10	30 Minutes
	Total	75	100	90 Minutes

SELECTION PROCESS - CBI Specialist Officer Recruitment 2026

Online Written Examination
Eligible candidates will have to appear for an Online Examination. The test will consist of Stream/Category Specific Questions, Reasoning, and Banking, Present Economic Scenario & General Awareness. The total marks for the examination will be 100.
Shortlisting for Interview
Candidates will be shortlisted for the Personal Interview based on their performance in the Online Examination.
Personal Interview
The interview will assess the candidate’s professional knowledge, domain expertise, suitability for the role, and overall personality.
Final Selection / Merit List
The final merit list will be prepared based on the combined performance in the Online Examination and Personal Interview.
Document Verification
Before final appointment, candidates must undergo document verification to confirm eligibility, educational qualifications, experience, and category certificates.

HOW TO APPLY - Central Bank of India Vacancy 2026

Visit the Bank’s official website:
https://www.centralbankofindia.co.in
Click on the option “CLICK HERE TO APPLY ONLINE” to open the Online Application Form.
Direct link for online application:
https://ibpsonline.ibps.in/cbisoFeb26/
Enter basic information in the online application form to register.
After registration, a Provisional Registration Number and Password will be generated and displayed on the screen. The same will also be sent via Email and SMS.
Save the Registration Number and Password carefully. You can use them to reopen and edit the saved data, if required.
Upload the required documents:
- Photograph
- Signature
- Left thumb impression
- Handwritten declaration
- Live photograph (captured through webcam/mobile during registration)
Carefully verify all details using the “SAVE AND NEXT” facility before final submission.
No change is allowed after clicking on “COMPLETE REGISTRATION”.
Click on “COMPLETE REGISTRATION” after verifying all details.
Pay the application fee through ONLINE mode only using:
- Debit Card (RuPay/Visa/MasterCard/Maestro)
- Credit Card
- Internet Banking
- IMPS
- Cash Cards / Mobile Wallets / UPI
After successful payment, an e-receipt will be generated.
Take a printout of:
- E-receipt
- Final submitted online application form.

Application fee details

Category	Application Fee
SC / ST / PWBD / Women Candidates	₹175 + GST
All Other Candidates (UR / OBC / EWS)	₹850 + GST

Important Links

Description	Link
Official Website	Visit Now
Recruitment Portal	Click here
Apply Link	Apply Now
Official Notification PDF	Download Now

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Central Bank of India SO Bharti 2026: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Ques. 1: What is the last date to apply for Central Bank of India SO Recruitment 2026?
Ans. The last date to submit the online application form is 23 March 2026.

Ques. 2: How many vacancies are announced under this recruitment?
Ans. A total of 275 Specialist Officer vacancies have been announced across different scales and streams.

Ques. 3: What is the selection process for SO posts?
Ans. The selection process consists of an Online Examination followed by a Personal Interview.

Ques. 4: What is the exam pattern for the Online Test?
Ans. The exam includes Stream/Category Specific Questions, Reasoning, and Banking, Present Economic Scenario & General Awareness for a total of 100 marks.

Ques. 5: What is the minimum educational qualification required?
Ans. Candidates must have B.E./B.Tech in relevant discipline or MCA from a recognized university. For Taxation/CA post, Chartered Accountant qualification is required.

Ques. 6: What is the age limit for Specialist Officer posts?
Ans. The age limit varies according to the scale (Scale I to IV), and age relaxation is applicable as per government rules.

Ques. 7: What is the application fee for this recruitment?
Ans. SC/ST/PWBD/Women candidates need to pay ₹175 + GST, while all other candidates must pay ₹850 + GST.