The State Bank of India (SBI) has released the official notification for Specialist Cadre Officer (SCO) Recruitment 2026. A total of 12 regular vacancies are available for various Deputy Manager positions in the IT and Cyber Security domain.
Candidates holding B.Tech / B.E / MCA / M.Tech / M.Sc in relevant disciplines with a minimum of 50% marks can apply online. The application process begins on 24 February 2026 and will close on 16 March 2026. Interested applicants must submit their forms through the official SBI website.
This article provides complete details including eligibility, age limit, salary structure, selection process, application fee, and steps to apply online.
SBI Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | State Bank of India (SBI) |
| Post Name | Specialist Cadre Officers |
| Total Vacancies | 12 |
| Advertisement No. | CRPD/SCO/2025-26/25 |
| Job Type | Regular |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Online Application Start | 24 February 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 16 March 2026 |
| Age Limit | 25 to 35 Years |
SBI Specialist Cadre Officer Vacancy 2026 – Post Details
| Post Name | Total Posts |
|---|---|
| Deputy Manager – IT Security Expert | 1 |
| Deputy Manager – Emerging Technology | 4 |
| Deputy Manager – Cyber Security Analyst | 2 |
| Deputy Manager – Incident Management & Forensics | 2 |
| Deputy Manager – Test Engineers | 3 |
| Total | 12 |
All posts are in MMGS-II Grade.
Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess:
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B.Tech / B.E in Computer Science / IT / Electronics / Software Engineering
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MCA / M.Tech / M.Sc in relevant disciplines
✅ Minimum 50% marks required
✅ Minimum 4 years post-qualification experience in Cyber Security / IT / Technology domain (as applicable to the post)
Age Limit (As on Notification Date)
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Minimum Age: 25 Years
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Maximum Age: 35 Years
Age Relaxation:
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OBC: 3 Years
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SC/ST: 5 Years
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PwBD (UR/EWS): 10 Years
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PwBD (OBC): 13 Years
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PwBD (SC/ST): 15 Years
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / EWS / OBC | ₹750 |
| SC / ST / PwBD | No Fee |
Salary Structure
All selected candidates will be appointed in MMGS-II Grade with the following pay scale:
₹64,820 – 2,340/1 – 67,160 – 2,680/10 – ₹93,960
In addition to basic pay, candidates will receive applicable allowances and benefits as per SBI rules.
Selection Process
The recruitment process will consist of:
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Shortlisting based on eligibility and experience
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Interview
Final selection will be based on performance in the interview.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start | 24 February 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 16 March 2026 |
How to Apply for SBI Recruitment 2026?
Eligible candidates can follow these steps:
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Visit the official SBI website.
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Go to the Careers/Recruitment section.
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Click on the Specialist Cadre Officer recruitment link.
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Register and fill out the online application form carefully.
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Upload required documents (photo, signature, certificates).
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Pay the application fee (if applicable).
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Review the details and submit the application.
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Take a printout for future reference.
SBI Recruitment 2026 Important Links
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Official Notification PDF : Click Here
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Apply Online : Click Here
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Official Website : Click Here