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The State Bank of India (SBI) has released the SBI SCO Recruitment 2026 notification for the engagement of Specialist Cadre Officers on a contract basis. The recruitment includes 207 regular vacancies across seven posts. Eligible Indian citizens can apply online through the SBI careers portal.
SBI SCO Recruitment 2026: Overview
- Recruiting Organisation: State Bank of India (SBI)
- Recruitment: Specialist Cadre Officers
- Advertisement No.: CRPD/SCO/2026-27/23
- Nature of Engagement: Contract Basis
- Regular Vacancies: 207
- Posts: Zonal Head (Retail), Regional Head, Relationship Manager-Team Lead, Investment Specialist, Investment Officer, VP Wealth and AVP Wealth
- Application Mode: Online
- Selection Process: Shortlisting followed by Personal/Telephonic/Video Interview and CTC Negotiation
- Contract Period: 5 years
- Official Website: SBI Careers
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Important Dates
| Online Registration Starts | 4 September 2026 |
| Last Date for Online Registration | 25 September 2026 |
| Eligibility Cut-off Date | 31 August 2026 |
SBI SCO Recruitment 2026: Vacancy Details
Category-Wise Vacancy
| Post | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | UR | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zonal Head (Retail) | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Regional Head (RH) | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 5 |
| Relationship Manager – Team Lead | 3 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 13 | 24 |
| Investment Specialist (IS) | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 9 |
| Investment Officer (IO) | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 4 |
| VP Wealth | 18 | 19 | 39 | 2 | 13 | 91 |
| AVP Wealth | 14 | 5 | 18 | 7 | 29 | 73 |
| Total | 39 | 30 | 65 | 11 | 62 | 207 |
Circle-Wise Vacancies
| Circle | RM-Team Lead | Investment Specialist | Investment Officer | VP Wealth | AVP Wealth |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amaravati | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Bengaluru | 2 | 0 | 1 | 28 | 20 |
| Bhopal | 1 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 4 |
| Bhubaneshwar | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Chandigarh | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Chennai | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 2 |
| Gandhinagar | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| Guwahati | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Hyderabad | 1 | 1 | 1 | 9 | 0 |
| Jaipur | 0 | 1 | 0 | 7 | 8 |
| Kolkata | 1 | 1 | 0 | 11 | 6 |
| Lucknow | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| Maharashtra | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Mumbai Metro | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| New Delhi | 4 | 2 | 0 | 18 | 16 |
| Patna | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Thiruvananthapuram | 3 | 1 | 0 | 7 | 13 |
| Total | 24 | 9 | 4 | 91 | 73 |
- Candidates must select three different Circles for the five applicable posts.
- Repetition of a Circle can lead to SBI taking an appropriate decision.
- Once submitted, the Circle preference cannot be changed.
- If the candidate does not receive a preferred Circle, SBI may consider the candidature for another Circle.
SBI SCO Recruitment 2026: Eligibility Criteria
| Post | Educational Qualification | Age Limit | Experience Required |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zonal Head (Retail) | Graduation from a Government-recognised University/Institution. Preferred: MBA in Banking/Finance/Marketing with 60%; CFP/CFA/NISM V-A/NISM Investment Advisor/NISM 21-A | 35–50 Years | Minimum 15 years of experience in managing sales in Wealth Management/Retail Banking/AMCs, including at least 5 years leading a large team of Relationship Managers and Team Leads, preferably in Wealth Management Firms/AMCs |
| Regional Head (RH) | Graduation from a Government-recognised University/Institution. Preferred: MBA in Banking/Finance/Marketing with 60%; CFP/CFA/NISM V-A/NISM Investment Advisor/NISM 21-A | 35–50 Years | Minimum 12+ years of relationship management experience, preferably in wealth management with leading Public/Private/Foreign Banks, Wealth Management Firms or AMCs, including 5+ years leading a large team of Relationship Managers/Team Leads |
| Relationship Manager-Team Lead | Graduation from a Government-recognised University/Institution. Preferred: MBA in Banking/Finance/Marketing with 60%; CFP/CFA/NISM V-A/NISM Investment Advisor/NISM 21-A | 28–42 Years | Minimum 8 years of post-qualification experience in relationship management, preferably in wealth management with leading Public/Private/Foreign Banks, Broking/Security Firms or AMCs. Team Lead experience is preferred |
| Investment Specialist (IS) | PG Degree/PG Diploma in Finance, Accountancy, Business Management, Commerce, Economics, Capital Markets, Banking, Insurance or Actuarial Science from a recognised institution, or CA/CFA. Preferred: CA/CFP/CFA/NISM Investment Advisor/Research Analyst/NISM 21-A | 28–42 Years | Minimum 6 years of post-qualification experience as an investment advisor/counsellor/officer or part of a product team in Wealth Management Firms/AMCs |
| Investment Officer (IO) | PG Degree/PG Diploma in Finance, Accountancy, Business Management, Commerce, Economics, Capital Markets, Banking, Insurance or Actuarial Science from a recognised institution, or CA/CFA. Preferred: CA/CFP/CFA/NISM Investment Advisor/Research Analyst/NISM 21-A | 28–40 Years | Minimum 4 years of post-qualification experience as an investment advisor/counsellor/officer or part of a product team in Wealth Management Firms/AMCs |
| VP Wealth | Graduation from a Government-recognised University/Institution. Preferred: MBA in Banking/Finance/Marketing with 60%; NISM V-A, XXI-A, CFP/CFA | 26–42 Years | Minimum 6 years in sales and marketing with leading Public/Private/Foreign Banks, Wealth Management Firms or AMCs. Minimum 6 years as a Relationship Manager or similar role in Wealth Management is preferred |
| AVP Wealth | Graduation from a Government-recognised University/Institution. Preference for post-graduation in Finance/Marketing/Banking; NISM V-A, XXI-A, CFP/CFA preferred | 23–35 Years | Minimum 3 years in sales and marketing with leading Public/Private/Foreign Banks, Wealth Management Firms/AMCs/SBI Wealth CREs. Minimum 3 years as a Relationship Manager or similar Wealth Management role is preferred |
SBI SCO Recruitment 2026: Salary Details
| Post | Maximum Annual CTC |
|---|---|
| Zonal Head (Retail) | ₹97.00 Lakhs |
| Regional Head (RH) | ₹66.40 Lakhs |
| Relationship Manager-Team Lead | ₹51.80 Lakhs |
| Investment Specialist (IS) | ₹44.50 Lakhs |
| Investment Officer (IO) | ₹27.10 Lakhs |
| VP Wealth (SRM) | ₹44.70 Lakhs |
| AVP Wealth (RM) | ₹30.20 Lakhs |
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee/Intimation Charges |
|---|---|
| UR/EWS/OBC | ₹750 |
| SC/ST/PwBD | No Fee |
The application fee is non-refundable. Payment can be made through Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, and other available online payment methods. The registration process is complete only after successful fee payment.
SBI SCO Recruitment 2026: Selection Process
The selection process will be conducted in the following stages:
- Shortlisting of candidates
- Personal Interview
- Telephonic Interview, if conducted
- Video Interview, if conducted
- CTC Negotiation
- Final Merit List
Documents Required for SBI SCO Recruitment 2026
Candidates are required to upload the relevant documents with their online application.
- Recent photograph
- Signature
- Brief Resume in PDF format
- ID Proof
- PAN Card
- PwBD certificate, if applicable
- Educational certificates and relevant marksheets/degree certificates
- Experience certificates
- Form-16/Offer Letter/Latest Salary Slip from the current employer
- No Objection Certificate (NOC), if applicable
- Bio-data
- CTC format
- Caste certificate, wherever applicable
- Other documents supporting eligibility, wherever required
How to Apply for SBI SCO Recruitment 2026
Candidates can apply online through the SBI Careers website.
- Visit the SBI Careers – Current Openings section.
- Find Advertisement No. CRPD/SCO/2026-27/23.
- Carefully read the detailed recruitment notification.
- Click on the Apply Online link.
- Register using a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Enter the required personal, educational and professional details.
- Upload the photograph and signature in the prescribed format.
- Upload the resume and other required documents.
- Review the application carefully.
- Pay the applicable application fee through the online payment gateway.
- Submit the application form.
- Take a printout of the system-generated application form and e-receipt for future reference.
- Candidates should keep their registered email ID active until the declaration of the result.
- The saved application can be edited up to three times before final submission.
- No changes are permitted after final submission and fee payment.
- A hard copy of the application does not need to be sent to SBI.
Important Instructions
- Candidates must satisfy all eligibility conditions as on the prescribed date.
- Mere fulfilment of the minimum eligibility criteria does not guarantee an interview call.
- SBI reserves the right to decide the shortlisting parameters.
- Teaching and training experience will not be counted for eligibility.
- Experience of less than six months in any organisation will not be considered.
- Candidates can apply for more than one post if they fulfil the eligibility criteria for each post.
- Candidates working in SBI Group companies must produce an NOC from their employer.
- Candidates working in Government, Quasi-Government offices, PSUs, nationalised banks and financial institutions should produce an NOC at the interview.
- Selected candidates will be required to satisfy the Bank’s medical fitness requirements.
- SBI may transfer officers engaged on contract to any of its offices in India or other permitted organisations depending on service requirements.
- Requests for a particular posting or transfer may not be entertained.
- The vacancies are provisional and may change according to the Bank’s requirements.
- False information or suppression of material facts can result in cancellation of candidature and other action.
- The Bank reserves the right to cancel the recruitment process wholly or for any particular post at any stage.
Important links
| SBI Official Website | Click here |
| SBI SCO Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF | Click here |
| Apply Online | Click here |
FAQs on SBI SCO Recruitment 2026
How many regular vacancies are available in SBI SCO Recruitment 2026?
There are 207 regular vacancies across seven Specialist Cadre Officer posts. In addition, the notification lists 100 backlog vacancies.
What are the posts available under SBI SCO Recruitment 2026?
The posts are Zonal Head (Retail), Regional Head (RH), Relationship Manager-Team Lead, Investment Specialist (IS), Investment Officer (IO), VP Wealth, and AVP Wealth.
What is the last date to apply?
The last date for online registration and fee payment is 25 September 2026.
What is the age limit for SBI SCO posts?
The age limit varies by post, ranging from 23 to 50 years, depending on the position.
What is the selection process?
Selection consists of shortlisting followed by one or more rounds of Personal, telephonic, or video interviews and CTC Negotiation.
