SBI Specialist Cadre Officers Recruitment 2026 has been announced by the State Bank of India for the appointment of Specialist Cadre Officers on a regular basis. The recruitment is conducted by the Central Recruitment & Promotion Department, Corporate Centre, Mumbai. Applications are invited through online mode for eligible candidates possessing the prescribed qualifications and experience for deputy manager-level positions.
The SBI Specialist Cadre Officers Recruitment 2026 advertisement invites online applications for the posts of Deputy Manager (IS Audit) and Deputy Manager (Chartered Accountant – Internal Audit) in Middle Management Grade Scale-II (MMGS-II). Candidates fulfilling the eligibility criteria may submit their applications within the specified registration period through the official careers portal of the bank.
Under the SBI Specialist Cadre Officers Recruitment 2026, the bank has notified vacancies across regular and backlog categories for different reservation groups, including Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, Other Backward Classes, Economically Weaker Sections, and the Unreserved category. The recruitment process will consist of shortlisting of candidates followed by an interview conducted by the bank.
Applicants must carefully verify educational qualifications, professional certifications, and relevant work experience requirements before applying. The notification specifies discipline-specific qualifications for information systems audit as well as chartered accountant internal audit positions. Candidates must also ensure that all claimed experience is supported by certificates issued by the concerned employer.
The SBI Specialist Cadre Officers Recruitment 2026 also prescribes minimum and maximum age limits depending on the post applied for. Eligible candidates may be required to perform duties on a mobile basis and travel for audit purposes within India and abroad depending on service requirements.
The pay structure for the selected candidates will be in the scale applicable to MMGS-II officers of the State Bank of India, along with admissible allowances and benefits such as Dearness Allowance, House Rent Allowance, City Compensatory Allowance, Provident Fund, Pension Scheme, and medical facilities as applicable under bank rules.
Candidates interested in participating in the SBI Specialist Cadre Officers Recruitment 2026 must complete the online registration and payment of application fees within the prescribed period. The final selection will be based on the marks obtained in the interview and the preparation of a merit list in descending order.
SBI Specialist Cadre Officers Recruitment 2026 – Recruitment Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | State Bank of India |
| Department | Central Recruitment & Promotion Department |
| Recruitment Name | SBI Specialist Cadre Officers Recruitment 2026 |
| Posts | Deputy Manager |
| Grade | MMGS-II |
| Total Vacancies | 104 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Selection Process | Shortlisting and Interview |
| Job Location | As per posting requirements of the bank |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Registration Start Date | 23.02.2026 |
| Online Registration Last Date | 15.03.2026 |
| Payment of Application Fees | 23.02.2026 to 15.03.2026 |
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | UR | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deputy Manager (IS Audit) – Regular | 6 | 3 | 10 | 4 | 17 | 40 |
| Deputy Manager (IS Audit) – Backlog | 3 | – | – | – | – | 3 |
| Total – IS Audit | 9 | 3 | 10 | 4 | 17 | 43 |
| Deputy Manager (Chartered Accountant – Internal Audit) – Regular | 4 | 4 | 14 | 5 | 25 | 57 |
| Deputy Manager (Chartered Accountant – Internal Audit) – Backlog | 2 | 2 | – | – | – | 4 |
| Total – CA Internal Audit | 6 | 6 | 14 | 5 | 25 | 61 |
Eligibility Criteria
| Post | Educational Qualification | Experience |
|---|---|---|
| Deputy Manager (IS Audit) | B.E./B.Tech in Computer Science/Software Engineering/IT/Electronics or equivalent with minimum 50% marks OR MCA OR M.Tech/M.Sc in Computer Science/Software Engineering/IT/Electronics with minimum 50% marks | Minimum 3 years’ experience in BFSI / IT / Information Security Consultancy with 2 years in IS Audit / Cyber Security Audit / Information Security Consultancy |
| Deputy Manager (Chartered Accountant – Internal Audit) | Chartered Accountant (CA) with active membership of ICAI | Minimum 1 year post-qualification experience in statutory/internal/concurrent audit of Bank |
Preferred Certifications (IS Audit)
- CISA—Certified Information Systems Auditor
- CISSP – Certified Information System Security Professional
- CISM – Certified Information Security Manager
- DISA – Diploma in Information Systems Audit
- ISO 27001 Lead Auditor
- CEH – Certified Ethical Hacker
- GIAC Global Information Assurance Certification
Age Limit: Please check age using the AGE CALCULATOR
| Post | Minimum Age | Maximum Age |
|---|---|---|
| Deputy Manager (IS Audit) | 25 Years | 35 Years |
| Deputy Manager (Chartered Accountant – Internal Audit) | 21 Years | 35 Years |
Age calculated as of 31.01.2026.
Pay Scale
| Post | Grade | Scale of Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Deputy Manager | MMGS-II | Basic Pay: Rs. 64820-2340/1-67160-2680/10-93960 |
Additional benefits such as DA, HRA, CCA, PF, Contributory Pension Fund, Leave Fare Concession, NPS, Medical Facility, and other perquisites will be applicable as per bank rules.
Application Process
| Step | Details |
|---|---|
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Registration Portal | https://sbi.bank.in/web/careers/current-openings |
| Application Fee Payment | Online during registration period |
| Application Period | 23.02.2026 to 15.03.2026 |
Candidates must apply online through the bank’s website within the prescribed dates.
Documents Required
Not Mentioned in the Official Notification.
Important Instructions
- The selection process consists of shortlisting and an interview.
- Meeting minimum qualification and experience does not guarantee an interview call.
- The interview carries 100 marks.
- The merit list will be prepared based on marks obtained in the interview in descending order.
- No correspondence will be entertained regarding interview marks or selection.
- Candidates may be posted or transferred to any office of the State Bank of India or its associates/subsidiaries depending on service requirements.
- Candidates may be required to perform mobile duty and travel for audit purposes within India and abroad.
Official Website / Reference
https://sbi.bank.in/web/careers/current-openings
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