The State Bank of India (SBI) has officially published the SBI SCO Notification 2026 on 7th August 2026. This comprehensive recruitment drive aims to fill 38 Specialist Cadre Officer (SCO) positions across multiple critical departments, including Deputy Vice President, Manager, Deputy Chief Technology Officer, and Vice President roles. Eligible candidates aspiring to secure a prominent career in public sector banking can access the SBI SO 2026 Apply Online Link (Active) - Click to Apply before the application window closes on 27th August 2026.
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SBI SCO Recruitment 2026: Overview
Review the essential highlights of the SBI Specialist Cadre Officer examination and recruitment process in the table below:
| SBI SO Recruitment 2025- Overview | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | State Bank of India (SBI) |
| Cadre | Specialist Cadre Officer |
| Post Name | Deputy Vice President, Deputy Manager, Dy. Chief Technology Officer, Vice President, and Manager |
| Vacancy | 38 |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Registration Dates | 7th to 27th August 2026 |
| Age Limit | Varies Post-wise |
| Selection Process | Shortlisting and Interview |
| Official Website | www.sbi.co.in |
Important Dates
Keep track of all crucial deadlines associated with the SBI SCO 2026 registration cycle:
| Events | Dates |
|---|---|
| SBI SO Recruitment 2025 Notification | 7th August 2026 |
| Commencement of SBI SCO Apply Online 2025 | 7th August 2026 |
| Closure of registration of the application | 27th August 2026 |
| Pay Exam Fees Last Date | 27th August 2026 |
| Exam Date | To be notified |
Notification PDFs
Candidates can download the official notification PDFs depending on their applied positions:
| Post Name | Advt. No. | Notification PDF |
|---|---|---|
| Deputy Chief Technology Officer, Vice President | CRPD/SCO/2026-27/13) | Click to Download |
| Manager | CRPD/SCO/2026-27/12) | Click to Download |
| Deputy Vice President, Deputy Manager | CRPD/SCO/2026-27/11) | Click to Download |
Vacancy Distribution
The total pool of 38 vacancies is distributed across various technical and managerial streams:
Stream 1
| Post Name | Vacancy |
|---|---|
| Deputy Vice President (DVP) – Cyber Innovation & Simulation Lab | 01 |
| Deputy Vice President (DVP) – Citizen Centric Initiatives | 01 |
| Deputy Vice President (DVP) – Cyber Security | 02 |
| Deputy Manager – AI Specialists | 25 |
| Deputy Manager – IT Security Expert | 02 |
| Deputy Manager – Cyber Security Analyst | 03 |
| Total | 34 |
Stream 2
| Post Name | Vacancy |
|---|---|
| Dy. Chief Technology Officer (Enterprise Architecture) | 01 |
| Vice President (Enterprise & Technology Architect) | 01 |
| Total | 02 |
Stream 3
| Post Name | Vacancy |
|---|---|
| Manager (Manpower Planning & Recruitment) | 01 |
| Manager (Learning & Development) | 01 |
| Total | 02 |
Eligibility Criteria (As on 31/07/2026)
Candidates must fulfill the educational benchmarks and age restrictions evaluated strictly as of 31st July 2026.
Educational Qualifications
| Posts | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|
| Deputy Vice President (DVP) | Candidates must have passed BE/ BTech degree in any discipline (OR) MCA / M.E./ MTech / MSc in any discipline |
| Deputy Manager – AI Specialists | B. Tech/ B.E. in Computer Science/ Computer Science & Engineering/ Data Science & Artificial Intelligence/ Software Engineering/ Information Technology/ Electronics/ Electronics & Communications Engineering (OR) MCA (OR) M. Tech/ M. Sc in Computer Science/ Computer Science & Engineering/ Information Technology/ Data Science & Artificial Intelligence/ |
| Deputy Manager – IT Security Expert | B. Tech/ B.E. in Computer Science/ Computer Science & Engineering/ Software Engineering/ Information Technology/ Electronics/ Electronics & Communications Engineering (OR) MCA (OR) M. Tech/ M. Sc in Computer Science/ Computer Science & Engineering/ Information Technology/ Software Engineering/ Electronics/ Electronics |
| Deputy Manager – Cyber Security Analyst | B. Tech/ B.E. in CS/ Software Engineering/ IT/ Electronics/ Electronics & Communications Engineering (OR) MCA (OR) M. Tech/ M. Sc in Computer Science/ Computer Science & Engineering/ Information Technology/ Software Engineering/ Electronics/ Electronics & Communications Engineering |
| Dy. Chief Technology Officer (Enterprise Architecture) | Engineering Graduate OR MCA from a recognized University/ Institution. B.E./ B. Tech/ M.E./ M. Tech |
| Vice President (Enterprise & Technology Architect) | Engineering Graduate OR MCA from a recognized University/ Institution. B.E./ B. Tech / M.E./ M. Tech |
| Manager (Manpower Planning & Recruitment) | MBA/ PGDM/ PGDBM or its equivalent with specialisation in HR / HRD/ HRM from institutions recognised by Government Bodies/ AICTE/ UGC |
| Manager (Learning & Development) | MBA/ PGDM/ PGDBM or its equivalent with specialisation in HR / HRD/ HRM from institutions recognised by Government Bodies/ AICTE/ UGC |
Age Limits
| Posts | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Deputy Vice President (DVP) | 35 to 40 years |
| Deputy Manager – AI Specialists | 25 to 35 years |
| Deputy Manager – IT Security Expert | 25 to 35 years |
| Deputy Manager – Cyber Security Analyst | 25 to 35 years |
| Dy. Chief Technology Officer (Enterprise Architecture) | 42 to 50 years |
| Vice President (Enterprise & Technology Architect) | 40 to 48 years |
| Manager | 28 to 40 years |
Application Fee Structure
The application fee must be paid online by the specified closing date:
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General, EWS, OBC | Rs 750/- |
| SC/ ST/ PWD | 0 |
Salary Structure
| Posts | Scale Pay (CTC Upper Range) |
|---|---|
| Deputy Vice President (DVP) | UP to Rs. 60.00 Lacs |
| Deputy Manager | Rs. 64820-2340/1-67160-2680/10-93960 |
| Dy. Chief Technology Officer (Enterprise Architecture) | Up to Rs 170 Lacs |
| Vice President (Enterprise & Technology Architect) | Up to Rs 96 Lacs |
| Manager | Rs. 85920-2680/5-99320-2980/2-105280 |
Pre-Requisites of SBI SO Online Application
Ensure you meet the following checklist guidelines before starting your online submission:
- Candidates must have a Photograph and Signature Ready before applying for SBI SCO 2026 Online Application
- Candidates must NOT sign in CAPITAL LETTERS as it won’t be accepted.
- Keep all necessary documents ready at the time of Online Payment of the Application Fee
- A valid email ID must be provided at the time of Registration
Steps to Apply Online for SBI SCO 2026 Exam
- Click on the NEW REGISTRATION button provided on the top most right corner of the home page of the link provided.
- Start your application process for SBI SO 2026 by providing basic details such as name, contact number, email id, address etc. and click on save and next button.
- Upload your photograph and signature in the required format (Photograph size: 4.5 cm * 3.5 cm, 20 KB to 50 KB; Signature size: 10 KB to 20 KB, clear and legible).
- Fill in your academic details and professional qualification in this step of your online application process. Click on save and next button after filling in the details.
- Preview your application form one last time as you won’t be allowed to make any changes further. Click on save and next button after previewing your Application Form.
- Pay your Application Fee through Online Payment Option, i.e. through Credit Card/Debit Card/Net Banking.
- Click on Final Submit Button. Your application form will be submitted successfully and you will receive an email and text message with your registration ID and password.
Next Steps: After successfully submitting your application and paying fees, save your registration ID and password securely. Watch for subsequent announcements regarding interview schedules, admit card releases, and detailed guidelines for personal interview preparation.
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