The State Bank of India (SBI), the country’s largest public sector bank and a Fortune 500 company, has officially released the SBI SCO Recruitment 2026 notification. Under Advertisement No: CRPD/SCO/2025-26/27, SBI is inviting applications from eligible Indian citizens for 116 Specialist Cadre Officer (SCO) vacancies across three posts — Deputy Manager (IS Audit), Deputy Manager (Chartered Accountant – Internal Audit), and Assistant Vice President (IS Audit). This is a golden opportunity for professionals in the fields of Information Systems audit, cybersecurity, and chartered accountancy to build a career with one of India’s most prestigious financial institutions.

The online registration window opened on 23rd February 2026 and will remain active until 15th March 2026. Candidates are strongly advised to apply well in advance to avoid last-minute technical issues. Unlike many government recruitments, this process involves no written examination — selection is entirely based on shortlisting followed by a personal interview.

SBI SCO Recruitment 2026 — Overview

SBI SCO Vacancy Details 2026

A total of 116 posts have been announced under this recruitment drive, covering both regular and contractual appointments. The vacancies are distributed across three specialist profiles as follows:

Note: The vacancy figures are provisional and may change. Backlog vacancies for reserved categories are also included in the total count. Candidates are advised to check the official notification PDF for category-wise breakdowns.

SBI SCO Eligibility Criteria 2026

Age Limit (as on 31st January 2026)

Minimum Age: 27 Years

Maximum Age: 45 Years

Age relaxation is applicable as per Government of India norms for reserved category candidates:

• SC / ST candidates: 5 years relaxation
• OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) candidates: 3 years relaxation
• PwBD (UR/EWS): 10 years; PwBD (OBC): 13 years; PwBD (SC/ST): 15 years
• Other relaxations as per Government rules — refer to official notification for complete details

Educational Qualification

For AVP (IS Audit) – Contractual & Deputy Manager (IS Audit) – Regular:

• Essential: B.Sc. / B.E. / B.Tech in Computer Science, Software Engineering, IT, or Electronics (minimum 50% marks) from a recognized university or institution
• OR: BCA or MCA from a recognized university
• OR: M.Tech / M.Sc. in Computer Science, Software Engineering, IT, or Electronics (minimum 50% marks)
• Desirable Certifications (valid as on last date of registration): CISA, CISSP, CISM, DISA, ISO 27001 Lead Auditor, CEH, GIAC

For Deputy Manager (CA – Internal Audit) – Regular:

• Essential: Chartered Accountant (CA) with active membership of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI)

Experience Required

For AVP (IS Audit) – Contractual:

• Minimum 6 years of experience in BFSI / IT / Information Security Consultancy
• Of which, at least 3 years must be specifically in IS Audit / Cyber Security Audit / Information Security Consultancy

For Deputy Manager (IS Audit) – Regular:

• Minimum 3 years of experience in BFSI / IT / Information Security
• Of which, at least 2 years must be in IS Audit / Cyber Security Audit

For Deputy Manager (CA – Internal Audit) – Regular:

• Post-qualification experience in internal / statutory / concurrent audit in BFSI sector (refer to official notification for exact years required)

Application Fee

The application fee is non-refundable and must be paid online during the application process. No other mode of fee payment is accepted.

SBI SCO Selection Process 2026

Unlike most government banking recruitments, SBI SCO 2026 does not involve a written examination. The selection process is as follows:

Stage 1 — Shortlisting:

Merely fulfilling the minimum eligibility criteria does not guarantee a call for interview. A committee appointed by SBI will determine the shortlisting parameters and call an adequate number of candidates for the interview. Shortlisted candidates will receive call letters via email only.

Stage 2 — Interview:

Shortlisted candidates will appear for a personal interview carrying a total of 100 marks. The qualifying marks for the interview will be decided by the bank. Candidates must secure the minimum qualifying marks to be considered for selection.

Stage 3 — CTC Negotiation (for AVP Post Only):

For the contractual post of Assistant Vice President (IS Audit), CTC negotiation will take place at the time of the interview. The final salary will be mutually agreed upon between SBI and the selected candidate.

Stage 4 — Merit List:

The final merit list is prepared in descending order of interview marks. In case of a tie between two or more candidates, the candidate who is older in age will be ranked higher.

Stage 5 — Document Verification & Medical Test:

Finally, selected candidates will undergo document verification and a medical fitness examination before appointment.

How to Apply for SBI SCO Recruitment 2026

The application must be submitted online only. No hard copy of the application form is required to be sent to SBI. Follow the steps below to complete your application:

Step 1: Visit the official SBI careers website at sbi.co.in or sbi.bank.in and navigate to ‘Careers’ > ‘Current Openings.’

Step 2: Locate the advertisement titled ‘Recruitment of Specialist Cadre Officers on Regular / Contract Basis (CRPD/SCO/2025-26/27)’ and click on ‘Apply Online.’

Step 3: Click on ‘New Registration’ (top-right corner) and register using a valid email ID and mobile number. You will receive a Registration ID and password.

Step 4: Log in using your Registration ID and password. Fill in all personal, educational, and professional experience details carefully and accurately.

Step 5: Upload the required documents — Resume, Photo ID proof, Age proof, Educational Certificates, ExpSerience proofs, PwBD certificate (if applicable), Photograph (200×230 px, 20–50 KB) and Signature (140×60 px, 10–20 KB). All supporting documents must be below 500 KB each.

Step 6: Pay the application fee online using Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card, or UPI.

Step 7: Review all details carefully. The form can be edited up to 3 times before final submission. Click ‘Final Submit’ once satisfied.

Step 8: Print and save the application form and e-receipt for future reference.

SBI SCO Recruitment 2026- Important Links

Important Dates- SBI SCO Recruitment 2026

Pay Scale and Benefits

SBI offers highly competitive remuneration packages to its Specialist Cadre Officers. The pay details are as follows:

• Deputy Manager (IS Audit & CA – Internal Audit) – Regular Posts: Pay in MMGS-II scale with basic pay plus allowances including DA, HRA, CCA, and other perquisites as applicable per SBI service rules.
• Assistant Vice President (IS Audit) – Contractual Post: Market-competitive CTC finalized through negotiation at the time of the interview.
• Additional benefits for regular posts include medical benefits, LFC/LTC, retirement benefits, and other bank-mandated facilities.
• Regular employees receive job security, structured career progression, and access to SBI’s pan-India network of over 22,500 branches.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)- SBI SCO Recruitment 2026

Q1. What is the last date to apply for SBI SCO Recruitment 2026?

The last date to submit the online application and pay the fee is 15th March 2026.

Q2. How many vacancies are available in SBI SCO 2026?

A total of 116 vacancies are announced — 12 for AVP (IS Audit) on contract, 43 for Deputy Manager (IS Audit) on regular basis, and 61 for Deputy Manager (CA – Internal Audit) on regular basis.

Q3. Is there a written exam for SBI SCO 2026?

No. There is no written examination. Selection is based on shortlisting of applications followed by a personal interview. For the AVP contractual post, CTC negotiation is also conducted.

Q4. What is the application fee for SBI SCO 2026?

The application fee is Rs. 750 (including GST) for General, EWS, and OBC candidates. SC, ST, and PwBD candidates are fully exempted from paying any fee.

Q5. What qualifications are needed for the Deputy Manager (CA – Internal Audit) post?

Candidates must be a qualified Chartered Accountant (CA) with active ICAI membership. No engineering or IT degree is required for this specific post.

Q6. Where do I apply for SBI SCO 2026?

Applications can be submitted online at sbi.co.in or directly at https://recruitment.sbi.bank.in/crpd-sco-2025-26-27/apply. No offline mode of application is available.

Q7. Can I edit my application after submission?

Yes. The application can be edited up to 3 times before the final submission. Once the ‘Final Submit’ button is clicked, no further changes can be made.