SBI Specialist Cadre Officers Recruitment 2026 (207 Posts)
SBI Specialist Cadre Officers Recruitment 2026 (207 Posts)
1. Top Summary
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Body | State Bank of India (SBI), Central Recruitment & Promotion Department |
| Advertisement No. | CRPD/SCO/2026-27/23, dated 04-09-2026 |
| Post Names | Zonal Head (Retail), Regional Head, Relationship Manager-Team Lead, Investment Specialist, Investment Officer, VP Wealth, AVP Wealth |
| Total Vacancies | 207 |
| Engagement Basis | Contract (5 years, renewable by another 4 years at Bank’s discretion) |
| Online Application Closes | 25-09-2026 |
| Official Website | sbi.bank.in |
Source: PDF, Pages 2-3
2. Job Overview
State Bank of India (SBI) has invited online applications from eligible Indian citizens for engagement as Specialist Cadre Officers (SCO) on Contract Basis for its Wealth Management & Premier Banking business. A total of 207 vacancies are on offer across seven post categories, ranging from Zonal Head down to AVP Wealth, spread across 17 SBI Circles nationwide.
Source: PDF, Page 2-3
3. Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Date | 04-09-2026 |
| Online Registration Start Date | 04-09-2026 |
| Online Registration Last Date | 25-09-2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 25-09-2026 |
Source: PDF, Page 2
4. Post-wise Vacancies, Age Limit & Suggested Posting
| Post | Vacancies | Age Limit (as on 31-08-2026) | Suggested Place of Posting |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zonal Head (Retail) | 1 | 35 – 50 years | East Zone (Kolkata) |
| Regional Head (RH) | 5 | 35 – 50 years | Bengaluru, Bhopal, Hyderabad, Guwahati, Patna |
| Relationship Manager – Team Lead | 24 | 28 – 42 years | Centres within applied/opted Circle |
| Investment Specialist (IS) | 9 | 28 – 42 years | Centres within applied/opted Circle |
| Investment Officer (IO) | 4 | 28 – 40 years | Centres within applied/opted Circle |
| VP Wealth | 91 | 26 – 42 years | Centres within applied/opted Circle |
| AVP Wealth | 73 | 23 – 35 years | Centres within applied/opted Circle |
| Total | 207 | – | – |
Source: PDF, Page 3
5. Circle-wise Vacancy Distribution
For five posts – Relationship Manager (Team Lead), Investment Specialist, Investment Officer, VP Wealth and AVP Wealth – vacancies are distributed across 17 SBI Circles as below. Candidates must indicate three different Circle preferences for these posts while applying.
| Circle | RM (Team Lead) | Investment Specialist | Investment Officer | VP Wealth | AVP Wealth |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amaravati | 2 | – | – | – | – |
| Bengaluru | 2 | – | 1 | 28 | 20 |
| Bhopal | 1 | 1 | – | 3 | 4 |
| Bhubaneshwar | 1 | – | 1 | – | – |
| Chandigarh | 1 | – | – | – | – |
| Chennai | – | – | – | 6 | 2 |
| Gandhinagar | 1 | – | 1 | 2 | – |
| Guwahati | 2 | – | – | – | – |
| Hyderabad | 1 | 1 | 1 | 9 | – |
| Jaipur | – | 1 | – | 7 | 8 |
| Kolkata | 1 | 1 | – | 11 | 6 |
| Lucknow | 2 | – | – | – | 4 |
| Maharashtra | 1 | 1 | – | – | – |
| Mumbai Metro | – | 1 | – | – | – |
| New Delhi | 4 | 2 | – | 18 | 16 |
| Patna | 2 | – | – | – | – |
| Thiruvananthapuram | 3 | 1 | – | 7 | 13 |
| Total | 24 | 9 | 4 | 91 | 73 |
Source: PDF, Page 3
6. Eligibility Criteria (Qualification & Experience)
| Post | Mandatory Educational Qualification | Mandatory Post-Qualification Experience |
|---|---|---|
| Zonal Head (Retail) | Graduate from a Government recognised University/Institution | Min. 15 years in managing sales in Wealth Management/Retail Banking/AMCs, including min. 5 years leading a large RM team |
| Regional Head (RH) | Graduate from a Government recognised University/Institution | Min. 12+ years in relationship management, preferably wealth management, plus 5+ years leading a large RM team |
| Relationship Manager – Team Lead | Graduate from a Government recognised University/Institution | Min. 8 years in relationship management, preferably wealth management, with Public/Private/Foreign Banks/Broking/AMC |
| Investment Specialist (IS) | PG Degree/PG Diploma in Finance/Accountancy/Business Management/Commerce/Economics/Capital Markets/Banking/Insurance/Actuarial Science, or CA/CFA | Min. 6 years as investment advisor/counsellor/officer or in a product team at Wealth Management Firms/AMCs |
| Investment Officer (IO) | PG Degree/PG Diploma in Finance/Accountancy/Business Management/Commerce/Economics/Capital Markets/Banking/Insurance/Actuarial Science, or CA/CFA | Min. 4 years as investment advisor/counsellor/officer or in a product team at Wealth Management Firms/AMCs |
| VP Wealth | Graduate from a Government recognised University/Institution | Min. 6 years in sales & marketing with leading Banks/Wealth Management Firms/AMCs |
| AVP Wealth | Graduate from a Government recognised University/Institution | 3 years in sales & marketing with leading Banks/Wealth Management Firms/AMCs/SBI Wealth CREs with 4 years’ experience |
Source: PDF, Pages 6-12
7. Remuneration (CTC) & Contract Period
| Post | Annual CTC Upper Range (Rs. in Lakhs) |
|---|---|
| Zonal Head (Retail) | 97.00 |
| Regional Head (RH) | 66.40 |
| Relationship Manager – Team Lead | 51.80 |
| Investment Specialist (IS) | 44.50 |
| Investment Officer (IO) | 27.10 |
| VP Wealth (SRM) | 44.70 |
| AVP Wealth (RM) | 30.20 |
Contract period is 5 years, renewable by another 4 years at the Bank’s discretion, subject to conditions. The contract can be terminated by either side with 2 months’ notice or payment/surrender of 2 months’ compensation in lieu thereof. Officers Engaged on Contract are entitled to 30 days’ leave per financial year.
Source: PDF, Pages 5-6, 13
8. Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| UR / EWS / OBC | Rs. 750/- |
| SC / ST / PwBD | No fee / intimation charges |
Fee and intimation charges are non-refundable and payable online through the integrated payment gateway (Debit Card/Credit Card/Internet Banking). Fee once paid will not be refunded or adjusted against any other exam/selection.
Source: PDF, Page 13
9. Selection Process
- Shortlisting based on parameters decided by the Bank’s shortlisting committee.
- Interview (personal/telephonic/video), carrying 100 marks; qualifying marks decided by the Bank.
- CTC Negotiation, conducted individually at the time of or after the interview.
- Merit list prepared in descending order of interview marks; ties broken by higher age.
Source: PDF, Page 13
10. How to Apply
- Visit the official SBI careers page: sbi.bank.in/web/careers/current-openings.
- Scroll down and locate Advertisement No. CRPD/SCO/2026-27/23, and read the detailed advertisement carefully.
- Click Apply Online and register with a valid, active email ID.
- Upload recent photograph, signature, resume, ID proof, PAN card, educational certificates, experience certificates and other documents as specified (all in PDF except photo/signature, each under 500 KB).
- Pay the application fee online, where applicable, through the payment gateway.
- Review and submit the application; take a printout of the system-generated form and e-receipt for records.
Source: PDF, Pages 13-14, 16
11. Documents Required
- Recent passport-style colour photograph (20-50 KB, 200×230 px)
- Signature on white paper with black ink (10-20 KB, 140×60 px)
- Brief Resume/Bio-data and CTC Negotiation Format (PDF)
- ID Proof and PAN Card (PDF)
- PwBD certification, if applicable (PDF)
- Educational mark-sheets/degree certificates (PDF)
- Experience certificates (PDF)
- Form-16/Offer Letter/latest salary slip from current employer (PDF)
- No Objection Certificate, if already in Government/PSU/SBI Group service (PDF)
Source: PDF, Page 14
12. General Instructions
- Candidates already engaged on contract for WBPM posts previously but who did not join after receiving an offer are debarred from applying for 2 years from the date of non-joining.
- Candidates who previously resigned from a contract post mentioned in this advertisement are debarred from applying for 2 years from the date of resignation; those against whom a caution notice was issued are barred from all future recruitments.
- Candidates in Government/Quasi-Government/PSU/Nationalised Bank/SBI Group service must submit a No Objection Certificate at the time of interview.
- Call letters/interview advices will be sent only by email; no hard copy will be sent.
- The Bank reserves the right to cancel the recruitment process entirely, or for any particular post, at any stage without assigning reasons.
- Any legal dispute arising from this advertisement falls under the exclusive jurisdiction of Courts/Tribunals at Mumbai.
Source: PDF, Pages 4-5, 15
13. Important Links
| Link | Where to Find / How to Navigate |
|---|---|
| Official Notification (PDF) | Direct PDF link on SBI’s Current Openings careers page |
| Apply Online | Link provided against Advt No. CRPD/SCO/2026-27/23 on the same page |
| Official Website | sbi.bank.in/web/careers/current-openings — visit for updates and corrigenda |
Source: PDF, Pages 1, 16
14. FAQs
What is SBI Specialist Cadre Officers Recruitment 2026?
It is SBI’s recruitment drive (Advt No. CRPD/SCO/2026-27/23) to engage 207 Specialist Cadre Officers on a 5-year contract basis for its Wealth Management & Premier Banking business, across seven post categories.
Source: PDF, Pages 2-3
What is the last date to apply?
The online registration and fee payment window is open from 04-09-2026 to 25-09-2026.
Source: PDF, Page 2
How many total vacancies are there?
207 vacancies across 7 posts: Zonal Head (1), Regional Head (5), Relationship Manager-Team Lead (24), Investment Specialist (9), Investment Officer (4), VP Wealth (91) and AVP Wealth (73).
Source: PDF, Page 3
What is the application fee?
Rs. 750/- for UR/EWS/OBC candidates. SC/ST/PwBD candidates are not required to pay any fee or intimation charges.
Source: PDF, Page 13
What is the age limit for these posts?
Age limits (as on 31-08-2026) vary by post: Zonal Head and Regional Head 35-50 years, Relationship Manager-Team Lead and Investment Specialist 28-42 years, Investment Officer 28-40 years, VP Wealth 26-42 years and AVP Wealth 23-35 years, with relaxation for reserved categories as per GOI norms.
Source: PDF, Page 3
What is the engagement basis and contract period?
These are contractual posts (Officers Engaged on Contract) for an initial 5-year period, renewable for a further 4 years at the Bank’s discretion, subject to conditions.
Source: PDF, Pages 3, 13
What is the selection process?
Shortlisting, followed by one or more rounds of personal/telephonic/video interview (100 marks), and CTC negotiation. The final merit list is based on interview marks only.
Source: PDF, Page 13
Can a candidate apply for more than one post?
Yes, candidates can apply for more than one post provided they fulfil the eligibility criteria for each post applied for.
Source: PDF, Page 3
How is the Circle preference decided for RM/IS/IO/VP/AVP Wealth posts?
Candidates must indicate three different Circle preferences at the time of application for the Relationship Manager (Team Lead), Investment Specialist, Investment Officer, VP Wealth and AVP Wealth posts. No request for change of Circle preference is entertained later.
Source: PDF, Page 3
Where can I download the official advertisement and apply online?
Both the advertisement PDF and the Apply Online link are available on SBI’s official careers page at sbi.bank.in/web/careers/current-openings, against Advertisement No. CRPD/SCO/2026-27/23.
Source: PDF, Page 16
Are candidates already serving in Government/PSU/SBI Group companies eligible to apply?
Yes, but they must submit a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their current employer at the time of interview, failing which their candidature may not be considered.
Source: PDF, Pages 4, 15