The Central Bank of India (CBI) has officially announced the recruitment schedule for 350 specialist positions, including Foreign Exchange Officers and Marketing Officers. Aspirants preparing for these roles should mark their calendars, as the online examination is set to take place on March 14, 2026. With the application window closing in mid-February, candidates must act promptly to secure their candidacy.
CBI Recruitment 2026 Overview
This recruitment drive aims to fill 300 Marketing Officer positions (Scale I) and 50 Foreign Exchange Officer positions (Scale III). Interested candidates can access official updates via the official website of the Central Bank of India. For detailed information, you can also Download CBI Foreign Exchange & Marketing Officer Notification PDF.
| Organization | Central Bank of India (CBI) |
| Post Name | Foreign Exchange Officers in Scale III & Marketing Officers in Scale I |
| Vacancies | 350 |
| Mode of Exam | Online |
| Exam Date | 14th March 2026 (Saturday) |
| Number of Questions | 100 |
| Total Marks | 100 |
| Duration | 60 Minutes |
| Selection Process | Online Exam and Interview |
| Official Website | https://www.centralbankofindia.bank.in/ |
Important Dates
Candidates must adhere to the following timeline to ensure their applications are processed correctly:
| Events | Dates |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 20th January 2026 |
| Apply Online Starts | 20th January 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 15th February 2026 |
| Last Date to Pay Fee | 15th February 2026 |
| Last Date for editing application details | 15th February 2026 |
| Last date for printing your application | 2nd March 2026 |
| Admit Card release date | March 2026 |
| CBI Online Exam | 14th March 2026 (Saturday) |
Vacancy Breakdown
The 350 vacancies are distributed across various categories to ensure fair representation.
| Category | Foreign Exchange Officer | Marketing Officer | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| UR | 22 | 122 | 144 |
| SC | 7 | 45 | 52 |
| ST | 3 | 22 | 25 |
| OBC | 13 | 81 | 94 |
| EWS | 5 | 30 | 35 |
| Total | 50 | 300 | 350 |
Selection Process and Exam Pattern
Selection Process
- Online Examination
- Interview
Exam Pattern
| Name of Test | No. of Questions | Total Marks | Exam Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stream/Category Specific Question | 70 | 70 | 60 minutes |
| Banking, Present Economic Scenario & General Awareness | 30 | 30 | 60 minutes |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 60 minutes |
Note: There is no negative marking for incorrect responses.
Application Fees
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| SC/ ST/PwBD candidates (Divyangjan)/ Women candidates | Rs. 175/- |
| All Other Candidates | Rs. 850/- |
Exam Centres
| State /UT / NCR | Exam Centre |
|---|---|
| Andhra Pradesh | Vijayawada / Guntur, Visakhapatnam |
| Maharashtra | Chhatrapati Sambhaji Nagar (Aurangabad), Mumbai / Thane / Navi Mumbai / MMR, Nagpur, Pune |
| Uttar Pradesh | Ghaziabad, Noida / Greater Noida, Kanpur, Lucknow, Meerut, Prayagraj (Allahabad), Varanasi |
| West Bengal | Durgapur, Kolkata / Greater Kolkata, Kalyani, Siliguri |
Candidates should monitor the official portal in March 2026 to download their admit cards. Once released, ensure you print the document and verify the designated exam center details to plan your travel accordingly.
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