Central Bank of India Specialist Officer Recruitment 2026 has officially released the Specialist Officer (SO) Recruitment 2026 notification for Risk Management posts. Eligible and experienced candidates can now apply online for these prestigious banking vacancies. This recruitment offers a great opportunity for professionals seeking a secure and high-paying government banking job.
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Recruitment Snapshot
| Feature | Details |
| Organization | Central Bank of India |
| Post Category | Specialist Officer (Risk Management) |
| Total Vacancies | 26 Posts |
| Application Mode | Online Only |
| Selection Process | Online Examination & Interview |
| Official Website | www.centralbankindia.co.in |
Important Dates & Timeline
| Event | Official Date / Deadline |
| Opening Date for On-line Registration | 09.04.2026 |
| Closing Date for On-line Registration | 30.04.2026 |
| Tentative Date of Online Examination | May 2026 |
| Tentative Date of Interview | June 2026 |
| Age & Qualification Cut-off Date | 28.02.2026 |
Vacancy Breakdown (Post & Scale-wise)
| Post Stream | Scale | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | UR | Total |
| Analytics and Model Risk | IV & III | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 6 |
| Asset Liability Management | III & II | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 5 |
| Digital Risk Management | III & II | 0 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 8 |
| Enterprise Risk | III | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 5 |
| Market Risk | III & II | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 |
| Grand Total | 3 | 1 | 7 | 2 | 13 | 26 |
Eligibility Criteria (Education & Experience)
| Risk Stream | Mandatory Educational Qualification | Required Post-Qualification Experience (as on 28.02.2026) |
| Risk Analytics & Model Risk | Bachelor’s in Maths/Stats OR BE/B.Tech in Data Science/IT/CS/Software Engineering. | Scale IV: Min 5 years; Scale III: Min 3 years in quantitative/risk analytics or Model Validation. |
| Asset Liability Management | BE/B.Tech in IT/CS/Software Engg OR PGDM/MBA OR CA. | Scale III: 4 years (at least 3 in Risk); Scale II: 3 years (at least 2 in Risk) in Financial Institutions. |
| Digital Risk Management | Bachelor’s degree in CS/IT/Cybersecurity. | Scale III: 4 years (at least 3 in Risk); Scale II: 3 years (at least 2 in Risk) in Financial Institutions. |
| Enterprise Risk | BE/B.Tech in IT/CS/Software Engg OR PGDM/MBA OR CA. | Scale III: Total 5 years, with at least 3 years specifically in Risk Management in Banks/NBFCs. |
| Market Risk | BE/B.Tech in IT/CS/Software Engg OR PGDM/MBA OR CA. | Scale III: 4 years (at least 3 in Risk); Scale II: 3 years (at least 2 in Risk) in Financial Institutions. |
Age Limit & Category-wise Relaxation
| Scale / Category | Age Limit (as on 28.02.2026) | Relaxation Permissible |
| Scale IV (Chief Manager) | Min 20 – Max 45 Years | SC / ST: 5 Years |
| Scale III (Senior Manager) | Min 20 – Max 35 Years | OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 Years |
| Scale II (Manager) | Min 20 – Max 35 Years | PwBD (Divyangjan): 10 Years |
| Scale I (Assistant Manager) | Min 20 – Max 30 Years | 1984 Riot Victims Family: 5 Years |
Application Fee Details
| Candidate Category | Amount (Inclusive of GST) |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Women Candidates | Rs. 175/- (Intimation Charges only) |
| All Other Candidates | Rs. 850/- (Application Fee + Intimation Charges) |
Remuneration and Pay Scale
| Grade / Scale | Basic Pay Matrix |
| Chief Manager (Scale IV) | Basic: 1,02,300 – 1,20,940 |
| Senior Manager (Scale III) | Basic: 85,920 – 1,05,280 |
| Manager (Scale II) | Basic: 64,820 – 93,960 |
(Note: Perquisites and allowances shall be as per the Bank’s current policy ).
Online Examination Pattern
| Subject | Questions | Max Marks | Duration |
| Stream/Category Specific Questions | 70 | 70 | |
| Reasoning | 15 | 15 | Composite 90 Minutes |
| Banking, Economic Scenario & General Awareness | 15 | 15 | |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
(Note: There will be NO penalty for wrong answers marked in the objective test ).
Important Link
| Important | Links |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Apply Link | Click Here |
| Join WhatsApp Channel | Click Here |
| View Results | Click Here |
| Join Telegram Channel | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) – CBI SO Recruitment 2026 (Short Version)
Q1. What is this recruitment about?
Central Bank of India is hiring Specialist Officers in Risk Management to handle areas like market risk, digital risk, and enterprise risk across different streams.
Q2. What are the important dates?
Application starts from 09 April 2026 and last date is 30 April 2026. Exam is expected in May 2026 followed by interviews in June 2026.
Q3. How many vacancies are in Digital Risk?
There are 8 vacancies in Digital Risk Management across different categories and levels.
Q4. What is the minimum CIC score required?
Candidates must have a minimum CIC score of 650 with no default history.
Q5. What is the required qualification?
Candidates need a degree in Maths/Statistics/Engineering (IT, CS, Data Science). Higher qualifications like MBA or certifications (FRM, CFA) are preferred.
Q6. What is the experience required?
For Scale III posts, candidates need minimum 5 years experience, including 3 years in Risk Management.
Q7. What is the exam pattern?
The exam has 100 questions (100 marks) including professional knowledge, reasoning, and banking awareness.
👉 No negative marking
👉 Duration: 90 minutes
Q8. What are the qualifying marks?
- General/EWS: 50%
- SC/ST/OBC/PwBD: 45%
Q9. What is the selection weightage?
Final selection is based on:
👉 Written Exam – 70%
👉 Interview – 30%
Q10. Is there any service bond?
Yes, selected candidates must sign a ₹3 lakh bond for 3 years.
Q11. What is the probation period?
The probation period is 2 years, which may be reduced for higher-level officers.
Q12. Can PwBD candidates use a scribe?
Yes, eligible candidates can use a scribe and get extra time as per rules.
Q13. What is the application fee?
- SC/ST/PwBD/Female: ₹175
- Others: ₹850
Q14. Can exam center be changed later?
No, once selected, the exam center cannot be changed.
Q15. What documents are required for interview?
Candidates must carry educational certificates, experience proof, caste certificate (if applicable), and NOC (if working).
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