The State Bank of India (SBI) has released the Specialist Cadre Officer (SCO) Recruitment 2026 notification for 34 vacancies across various specialist positions. The available posts include Deputy Vice President (DVP) – Cyber Innovation & Simulation Lab, Deputy Vice President – Citizen Centric Initiatives, Deputy Vice President – Cyber Security, Deputy Manager – AI Specialists, Deputy Manager – IT Security Expert, and Deputy Manager – Cyber Security Analyst. Eligible candidates can apply online from 07 August 2026 to 27 August 2026. SBI SCO recruitment 2026 is being conducted on Contract/Regular Basis, with post-wise educational qualifications, experience, age limits and other eligibility conditions as prescribed in the official notification.
SBI Specialist Cadre Officer Recruitment 2026 Notification Overview
| Organization | State bank of India |
| Post Name | Specialist Cadre Officer |
| No of Vacancy | 34 Post |
| Job Type | Central Govt Jobs |
| Application Start Date | 07.08.2026 |
| Application End Date | 27.08.2026 |
SBI Specialist Cadre Officer Recruitment Vacancy details
| S.No. | Post Name | Regular / Contractual | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Deputy Vice President (DVP) – Cyber Innovation & Simulation Lab | Contractual | 01 |
| 2 | Deputy Vice President (DVP) – Citizen Centric Initiatives | Contractual | 01 |
| 3 | Deputy Vice President (DVP) – Cyber Security | Contractual | 02 |
| 4 | Deputy Manager – AI Specialists | Regular | 25 |
| 5 | Deputy Manager – IT Security Expert | Regular | 02 |
| 6 | Deputy Manager – Cyber Security Analyst | Regular | 03 |
| Total | 34 |
SBI Specialist Cadre Officer recruitment 2026 Education Qualification & Experience
| Post | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|
| Deputy Vice President – Cyber Innovation & Simulation Lab | BE/BTech in any discipline from a recognized university/institution/board OR MCA/M.E./M.Tech/M.Sc. in any discipline from a recognized institution. |
| Deputy Vice President – Citizen Centric Initiatives | The notification specifies the required professional experience in BFSI IT / Information Security / Cyber Security; the qualification is covered in the detailed post-wise eligibility criteria. |
| Deputy Vice President – Cyber Security | The notification specifies the required professional experience in BFSI IT / Information Security / Cyber Security, particularly Cyber Research/Cyber Defence & Intelligence. |
| Deputy Manager – AI Specialist | B.E./B.Tech in Computer Science, CSE, Data Science & AI, Software Engineering, IT, Electronics, ECE or equivalent with minimum 50% marks OR MCA OR M.Tech/M.Sc. in the specified relevant disciplines. |
| Deputy Manager – IT Security Expert | B.E./B.Tech in Computer Science, CSE, Software Engineering, IT, Electronics, ECE or equivalent with minimum 50% marks OR MCA OR M.Tech/M.Sc. in the specified relevant disciplines. |
| Deputy Manager – Cyber Security Analyst | B.E./B.Tech in Computer Science, CSE, Software Engineering, IT, Electronics, ECE or equivalent with minimum 50% marks OR MCA OR M.Tech/M.Sc. in the specified relevant disciplines. |
Required Experience
- DVP – Cyber Innovation & Simulation Lab: 12+ years’ overall experience, including at least 6 years in technology/digital/cyber innovation or related domains.
- DVP – Citizen Centric Initiatives: Minimum 12 years’ experience in BFSI IT / Information Security / Cyber Security, including at least 6 years in cyber security or cybersecurity awareness.
- DVP – Cyber Security: Minimum 12 years’ experience in BFSI IT / Information Security / Cyber Security, including at least 6 years in Cyber Research/Cyber Defence & Intelligence.
- Deputy Manager – AI Specialist: Minimum 4 years’ post-qualification IT experience, including 2 years in relevant AI/ML/GenAI technologies.
- Deputy Manager – IT Security Expert: Minimum 4 years’ post-qualification experience in Cyber Security / Information Technology.
- Deputy Manager – Cyber Security Analyst: Minimum 4 years’ post-qualification experience in Cyber Security / Information Technology.
Age Limis of SBI SCO Recruitment 2026
| Post | Minimum Age | Maximum Age |
|---|---|---|
| Deputy Vice President (DVP) – Cyber Innovation & Simulation Lab | 35 years | 45 years |
| Deputy Vice President (DVP) – Citizen Centric Initiatives | 35 years | 45 years |
| Deputy Vice President (DVP) – Cyber Security | 35 years | 45 years |
| Deputy Manager – AI Specialists | 25 years | 35 years |
| Deputy Manager – IT Security Expert | 25 years | 35 years |
| Deputy Manager – Cyber Security Analyst | 25 years | 35 years |
SBI SCO Recruitment 2026 PayScale Details
| Post | Pay / Annual CTC |
|---|---|
| Deputy Vice President (DVP) – Cyber Innovation & Simulation Lab | Up to ₹60 lakh per annum |
| Deputy Vice President (DVP) – Citizen Centric Initiatives | Up to ₹60 lakh per annum |
| Deputy Vice President (DVP) – Cyber Security | Up to ₹60 lakh per annum |
| Deputy Manager – AI Specialists | Basic Pay: ₹64,820 – 2,340/1 – 67,160 – 2,680/10 – 93,960 |
| Deputy Manager – IT Security Expert | Basic Pay: ₹64,820 – 2,340/1 – 67,160 – 2,680/10 – 93,960 |
| Deputy Manager – Cyber Security Analyst | Basic Pay: ₹64,820 – 2,340/1 – 67,160 – 2,680/10 – 93,960 |
How to Apply for the SBI Specialist Cadre Officer Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official SBI Careers – Current Openings page.
- Find Advertisement No. CRPD/SCO/2026-27/12.
- Click on “Apply Online”.
- Complete the online registration using a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Enter all required personal, educational and professional/experience details carefully.
- Upload the required documents, certificates and photograph/signature as specified in the application.
- Pay the prescribed application fee online.
- Check all details carefully before final submission, as corrections are not allowed after final submission.
- Submit the application and save/print the completed application form and payment receipt for future reference.
Important links of SBI SCO Recruitment 2026
| 1. SBI SCO Official Website – Click here to visit |
| 2. SBI SCO Official Notification – Click here to Download |
| 3. SBI Specialist Cadre Application Link – Click here to Apply |
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Frequently Asked Question (FAQ)
SBI SCO Recruitment 2026 is a recruitment drive conducted by the State Bank of India (SBI) for various Specialist Cadre Officer (SCO) posts on regular and contractual basis.
The last date to submit the online application for SBI SCO Recruitment 2026 is 27 August 2026.
Candidates can visit the official SBI Careers – Current Openings page to view the notification and apply online.
The official notification PDF can be downloaded from the SBI Careers website under the Current Openings section by locating the relevant SCO recruitment advertisement.
SBI Recruitment 2026 refers to various recruitment drives conducted by the State Bank of India for different posts. The SCO recruitment specifically covers Specialist Cadre Officer positions.
The syllabus and selection pattern depend on the particular SCO post. Candidates should refer to the post-wise selection process and examination details given in the official notification.
Eligibility varies by post and includes prescribed educational qualifications, professional experience and age limits. Candidates must satisfy the requirements specified for the post they wish to apply for.
The selection process varies according to the post. Some SBI SCO posts may be selected through shortlisting and interview, while other posts may have an examination as part of the selection process. Candidates should check the specific advertisement.
According to Advertisement No. CRPD/SCO/2026-27/12, a total of 34 vacancies are available across six Specialist Cadre Officer posts.
Candidates must visit the official SBI Careers – Current Openings page, select the relevant SCO advertisement, complete the online application, upload the required documents, pay the applicable fee and submit the application before the closing date. The application is accepted online only.