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State Bank of India (SBI) Specialist Cadre Officers (SCO) Recruitment 2026: Apply Online

Advt No: CRPD/SCO/2026-27/30 Notice ID: #82 Aspirant Bharat Verified Total Posts: 35+ Posts Pay: Grade MMGS-III (Pay Scale Rs. 85,920 - 1,05,280/- p.m.) plus Bank Perquisites, Leased Accommodation
Important Dates & Deadlines
  • Application Start Date: 2026-10-18
  • Last Date for Apply Online: 2026-11-09
  • Last Date for Fee Payment: 2026-11-09
  • Examination / CBT Schedule: Personal Interview in November to December 2026
  • Admit Card Availability: Available 4 to 7 Days Before Exam
Application Fee & Payment Mode
General / EWS / OBC: Rs. 750/- | SC / ST / PwBD: Rs. 0/- (Nil) | Mode: Online via Debit Card, Credit Card, or Internet Banking.
Payment Methods: Pay the Examination Fee through Online Net Banking, Credit Card, Debit Card, or UPI (Google Pay, PhonePe, Paytm). Fees once submitted are non-refundable.
Age Limit & Category Relaxation Criteria
Prescribed Age Benchmark: 25 to 38 Years as on October 01, 2026
  • Candidates must be at least 25 years and not exceed 38 years as on the cut-off date.
  • Upper age relaxation of 5 years is admissible for SC and ST candidates.
  • Upper age relaxation of 3 years applies to OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) applicants.
  • Persons with Benchmark Disabilities receive up to 10 years relaxation in upper age limit.
Total Vacancy Details: 35+ Posts Posts
Primary Educational Requirement: B.E. / B.Tech in Computer Science, IT, Data Science, or MCA from a recognized institution
Post Name Cadre / Group Vacancies Eligibility
Senior Data Scientist MMGS-III 10 B.Tech / MCA + 4 Yrs Exp
Cloud Infrastructure Architect MMGS-III 12 B.Tech / MCA + Cloud Exp
Cyber Security Specialist MMGS-III 15 B.Tech + Security Certifications
Detailed Educational Qualification & Eligibility Criteria
  • Candidates must possess a B.E. / B.Tech in Computer Science, Information Technology, Data Science, or MCA from an AICTE recognized university.
  • A minimum of four years post-qualification work experience in technical infrastructure or software systems is mandatory.
  • Professional certifications in cloud architecture, data pipelines, or network security carry additional weightage.
  • Crucial Date for Qualification: All qualifying degrees, diplomas, marksheets, and registered certificates must have been officially passed and awarded on or before the application closing deadline (2026-11-09).
  • Recognition Standard: Degrees and certifications must be acquired from an institution or university officially recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC), AICTE, NCTE, or respective statutory state/central councils.
Selection Process & Examination Pattern
  • The bank executive committee shortlists applications based on professional qualifications and domain experience benchmark.
  • Interview round conducted by the central executive selection committee for shortlisted candidates.
  • Merit list generation strictly determined by interview performance and experience evaluation.
  • Document verification and background credential authentication before final joining.
  • Negative Marking: For objective multiple-choice computer-based tests, standard negative marking rules apply (typically 1/3rd or 1/4th deduction for each incorrect answer).
  • Final Merit List: Prepared strictly on the basis of marks scored in competitive examination stages, subject to clearing the qualifying skill test and document verification.
How to Fill Online Application Form (Step-by-Step Guide)
  1. Visit the official State Bank of India careers portal at https://sbi.bank.in/web/careers.
  2. Click on the Specialist Cadre Officers advertisement link CRPD/SCO/2026-27/30.
  3. Complete the candidate registration module using your mobile number and primary email ID.
  4. Enter your educational qualifications, past employer details, and project portfolios.
  5. Upload your latest resume, recent passport photograph, signature, and experience letters.
  6. Pay the application fee of Rs. 750 (Nil for SC/ST/PwBD) through the online payment gateway.
  7. Print your application summary page and transaction receipt for interview verification.
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