SBI Specialist Cadre Officers Recruitment 2026
SBI Specialist Cadre Officers (IT Risk) Recruitment 2026 — DVP & AVP Posts, Apply Online
1. Top Summary
State Bank of India (SBI) has invited online applications for engagement of Specialist Cadre Officers on Contract Basis for 2 posts — Deputy Vice President (IT Risk) and Assistant Vice President (IT Risk) — under Advertisement No. CRPD/SCO/2026-27/22. Online registration and fee payment window: 16.09.2026 to 06.10.2026. A candidate cannot apply for both posts.
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2. Job Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | State Bank of India (SBI), Central Recruitment & Promotion Department |
| Advertisement No. | CRPD/SCO/2026-27/22 |
| Posts | Deputy Vice President (IT Risk), Assistant Vice President (IT Risk) |
| Nature of Engagement | Contractual |
| Contract Period | 3 years (extendable up to 2 more years, subject to yearly review) |
| Place of Posting | Mumbai, Navi Mumbai (suggested; transferable anywhere in India) |
| Application Mode | Online |
Source: PDF, Pages 1–3
3. Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Start of Online Registration & Fee Payment | 16.09.2026 |
| Last Date of Online Registration & Fee Payment | 06.10.2026 |
| Eligibility Cut-off Date | 31.08.2026 |
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4. Vacancy Details
| Post | UR | Regular Total | PwBD (LD) Backlog | Overall Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deputy Vice President (IT Risk) | 2 | 2 | 1 | 2 |
| Assistant Vice President (IT Risk) | 2 | 2 | 1 | 2 |
PwBD = Person with Benchmark Disabilities; LD = Locomotor Disability. Vacancies are provisional and may vary as per Bank’s actual requirement.
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5. Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit (as on 31.08.2026)
| Post | Minimum Age | Maximum Age |
|---|---|---|
| Deputy Vice President (IT Risk) | 36 years | 45 years |
| Assistant Vice President (IT Risk) | 32 years | 42 years |
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Educational Qualification (as on 31.08.2026)
For both posts: BE/BTech (Computer Science / Electronics & Communications / Information Technology / Cybersecurity) from a recognized university with minimum 50% marks, OR MCA/MSc (Computer Science)/MSc (IT) from a recognized university with minimum 50% marks, OR MTech in Computer Science / Cyber Security / Information Security from a recognized university with minimum 50% marks.
Preferred certifications (any one): CISSP, CRISC, CISM, CISA — must be valid and dated on or before the last date of registration.
Source: PDF, Pages 2, 5
Post-Qualification Experience (as on 31.08.2026)
| Post | Minimum Experience |
|---|---|
| Deputy Vice President (IT Risk) | 12 years in IT Domain, including minimum 6 years in IT risk management or information security (preferable) |
| Assistant Vice President (IT Risk) | 9 years in IT Domain, including minimum 5 years in IT risk management or information security (preferable) |
Training/teaching experience will not be counted for eligibility.
Source: PDF, Pages 2, 5
6. Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| UR / EWS / OBC | ₹750/- (Non-refundable) |
| SC / ST / PwBD | No fee / intimation charges |
Fee is to be paid online through Internet Banking, Debit Card or Credit Card. Fee once paid will NOT be refunded or adjusted for any other examination/selection.
Source: PDF, Page 8
7. Grade & Remuneration (CTC Range)
| Post | Annual CTC Range |
|---|---|
| Deputy Vice President (IT Risk) | Upto ₹60.00 lacs |
| Assistant Vice President (IT Risk) | Upto ₹50.00 lacs |
CTC is negotiable and will depend on experience and current emoluments; it is bifurcated into Fixed Pay and Variable Pay in 80:20 ratio. No other perks are provided.
Source: PDF, Pages 3, 7
8. Selection Process
Selection will be through Shortlisting and Interview (carrying 100 marks), followed by CTC Negotiation. Mere fulfilment of eligibility criteria does not entitle a candidate to be called for interview. The merit list is prepared in descending order of interview marks; in case of a tie at the cut-off, candidates are ranked by age in descending order.
Source: PDF, Pages 3, 7
9. How to Apply
Eligible candidates should register online through the link on SBI’s official website, upload photograph and signature, fill the application carefully, and pay the fee online. After successful submission, candidates should take a printout of the application form and e-receipt.
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10. Documents Required (at the time of upload/interview)
- Resume/Bio-data and CTC Format
- ID Proof and Age Proof
- PAN Card
- Educational Certificates (Mark-sheets/Degree Certificate)
- Experience Certificates
- Preferred Certification (CISSP/CRISC/CISM/CISA)
- Form-16 / Offer Letter / Latest Salary Slip from current employer
- Caste Certificate (if applicable), PwBD Certificate (if applicable)
- No Objection Certificate (if applicable)
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11. General Instructions
- Candidate cannot apply for both posts; only the last valid completed application will be retained in case of multiple applications for the same post/category.
- Selected candidates will be entitled to 30 days’ leave during the financial year.
- Notice period: contract can be terminated by either side with 3 months’ notice or payment/surrender of 3 months’ compensation in lieu thereof.
- No hard copy of application/documents is to be sent to the Bank; call letters will be sent only by e-mail.
- Candidates serving in Govt./PSU/Bank/Financial Institutions must submit a No Objection Certificate (NOC) at the time of interview.
- Outstation candidates called for interview will be reimbursed travel fare for the shortest route in India (as per eligibility mentioned in the call letter).
Source: PDF, Pages 2–4, 7–11
12. Important Links
| Official Notification (PDF) | Download SBI SCO (IT Risk) CRPD/SCO/2026-27/22 Notification |
| Apply Online | Apply via SBI Official Careers Portal |
| Official Website | sbi.bank.in/web/careers/current-openings |
13. FAQs
What is SBI’s advertisement number for the IT Risk Specialist Cadre Officer recruitment 2026?
The advertisement number is CRPD/SCO/2026-27/22.
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What are the two posts advertised?
Deputy Vice President (IT Risk) and Assistant Vice President (IT Risk).
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What is the last date to apply?
Online registration and fee payment closes on 06.10.2026.
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Can a candidate apply for both posts?
No, a candidate cannot apply for both posts.
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What is the age limit for Deputy Vice President (IT Risk)?
Minimum 36 years and maximum 45 years as on 31.08.2026.
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What is the age limit for Assistant Vice President (IT Risk)?
Minimum 32 years and maximum 42 years as on 31.08.2026.
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What experience is required for the Deputy Vice President post?
A minimum of 12 years’ experience in the IT Domain, out of which at least 6 years in IT risk management or information security is preferable.
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What experience is required for the Assistant Vice President post?
A minimum of 9 years’ experience in the IT Domain, out of which at least 5 years in IT risk management or information security is preferable.
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What is the CTC for these posts?
Upto ₹60.00 lacs per annum for Deputy Vice President (IT Risk) and upto ₹50.00 lacs per annum for Assistant Vice President (IT Risk), bifurcated into fixed and variable pay in 80:20 ratio.
Source: PDF, Page 3
What is the application fee?
₹750/- for UR/EWS/OBC candidates; no fee for SC/ST/PwBD candidates.
Source: PDF, Page 8
What is the contract period?
3 years, which can be extended up to 2 more years subject to yearly review (mutually agreed terms).
Source: PDF, Page 3
Where will selected candidates be posted?
Suggested place of posting is Mumbai/Navi Mumbai; the Bank reserves the right to post or transfer to any office in India or to any associate/subsidiary.
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What is the selection process?
Shortlisting followed by an Interview (100 marks) and then CTC Negotiation with candidates in order of merit.
Source: PDF, Page 7
Will a hard copy of the application need to be sent to SBI?
No, hard copies of the application and documents need not be sent; everything is submitted online and communication is by e-mail only.
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