The State Bank of India (SBI), through its Central Recruitment & Promotion Department in Mumbai, has published two official notifications regarding the engagement of Specialist Cadre Officers on a contract basis.
Under Advertisement No. CRPD/SCO/2026-27/20, the bank is seeking candidates for Dean, Faculty, and Marketing Executive roles at the State Bank Institute of Leadership (SBIL) in Kolkata. Concurrently, Advertisement No. CRPD/SCO/2026-27/22 outlines openings for Deputy Vice President (IT Risk) and Assistant Vice President (IT Risk) positions.
Online application processing and fee payment for both hiring drives commenced on 16.09.2026 and will close on 06.10.2026. Prospective applicants must submit their details exclusively through https://sbi.bank.in/web/careers/current-openings.
Overview of the Engagement
The recruitment aims to fill seven contractual vacancies across both advertisements. The initial contract spans 3 years and may be extended by another 2 years, capping the total engagement at a maximum of 5 years.
| Particulars | Details |
| Recruiting Organisation | State Bank of India (SBI), Central Recruitment & Promotion Department, Corporate Centre, Mumbai |
| Advertisement Numbers | CRPD/SCO/2026-27/20 (SBIL Kolkata posts) and CRPD/SCO/2026-27/22 (IT Risk posts) |
| Posts Available | Dean (SBIL), Faculty (SBIL), Marketing Executive (SBIL); Deputy Vice President (IT Risk); Assistant Vice President (IT Risk) |
| Nature of Engagement | Contract basis, 3 years (extendable up to 2 more years; total engagement not to exceed 5 years) |
| Total Vacancies | 7 (3 under Advt 20 + 4 under Advt 22) |
| Application Mode | Online only, via https://sbi.bank.in/web/careers/current-openings |
| Application Fee | ₹750 (General/EWS/OBC); Nil (SC/ST/PwBD) |
| Place of Posting | Kolkata (SBIL posts); Mumbai/Navi Mumbai (IT Risk posts) – subject to Bank’s discretion for transfer anywhere in India |
Important Dates
All eligibility criteria, including age, qualifications, and professional experience, will be calculated as of the cut-off date, which is 31.08.2026.
- Online Registration Start Date: 16.09.2026
- Last Date for Online Registration & Fee Payment: 06.10.2026
- Cut-off Date for Eligibility: 31.08.2026
- Interview Date: Call letters will be sent by email only; exact dates are not specified in the notification.
Vacancy Breakdown and Age Limits
The bank has issued specific distributions for unreserved (UR) and reserved categories. PwBD reservation remains horizontal and operates within the parent category; it does not constitute an additional vacancy.
Advt No. CRPD/SCO/2026-27/20 – SBIL, Kolkata
| Post | Nature of Vacancy | UR | SC | PwBD (VI) | Total | Age Limit |
| Dean, SBIL Kolkata | Regular | 1 | – | 1 (within UR) | 1 | 40–55 years |
| Faculty, SBIL Kolkata | Contractual (Backlog) | – | 1 | 1 (within SC) | 1 | 35–55 years |
| Marketing Executive | Regular / Backlog | 1 | – | 1 (Backlog) | 1 | 28–40 years |
Advt No. CRPD/SCO/2026-27/22 – IT Risk Posts
| Post | Nature of Vacancy | UR | PwBD (LD, Backlog) | Total | Age Limit |
| Deputy Vice President (IT Risk) | Regular / Backlog | 2 | 1 | 2 | 36–45 years |
| Assistant Vice President (IT Risk) | Regular / Backlog | 2 | 1 | 2 | 32–42 years |
Age relaxation policies apply to reserved category candidates as per Government of India guidelines. Documentation proving category claims must be submitted during document verification, and no subsequent category modifications are allowed post-registration. Reserved-category candidates lacking designated reservations can apply against UR vacancies if they meet the general eligibility standards.
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must hold the minimum educational qualifications and relevant full-time experience by the stated cut-off date.
SBIL, Kolkata Positions
- Dean: Requires an MBA / Executive MBA / PGDM / PGDBA or equivalent (min. 55% marks), OR a Ph.D./M.Phil. from an Indian university or Indian/International ‘B’ school. Applicants must have 15 years’ post-qualification experience, including at least 3 years in senior academic leadership roles (such as Dean, Principal, Director, or Senior VP) within a training institute, university, or corporate learning academy.
- Faculty: Requires a Postgraduate degree in any discipline (min. 55% marks). A Ph.D./M.Phil. serves as an additional qualification. A minimum of 6 years’ teaching experience as Faculty, Professor, or Corporate Trainer is mandatory.
- Marketing Executive: Requires an MBA or equivalent in Marketing (min. 55% marks) alongside 5 years’ marketing experience. At least 3 years of this must involve the marketing of executive education, management institutes, or EdTech organizations.
Preference for the Dean and Faculty roles applies to those holding an MBA/Ph.D./M.Phil. in Banking & Finance, or possessing proven experience in Executive Education and Corporate Leadership Roles. Marketing Executive candidates with a background in branding, international partnerships, and revenue generation will be given priority.
IT Risk Positions
Both Deputy Vice President and Assistant Vice President roles require a BE/BTech (Computer Science/Electronics & Communications/IT/Cybersecurity) with a minimum of 50% marks, OR an MCA/MSc (Computer Science)/MSc (IT) with min. 50%, OR an MTech (Computer Science/Cyber Security/Information Security) with min. 50%.
Additionally, applicants should preferably hold a valid CISSP, CRISC, CISM, or CISA certification dated on or before the registration deadline.
- Deputy Vice President (IT Risk): Requires a minimum of 12 years in the IT Domain, with 6 years preferably in IT risk management or information security.
- Assistant Vice President (IT Risk): Requires a minimum of 9 years in the IT Domain, with 5 years preferably in IT risk management or information security.
Teaching or training experience will not count toward eligibility for the IT Risk posts. Candidates are restricted from applying to both IT Risk roles simultaneously; only the latest valid submission will be retained, and any duplicate fees will be forfeited.
Experience certificates must explicitly mention the required field. If a degree certificate omits the specialization, candidates must secure an official document from their university clarifying the specialization.
Remuneration and Appraisals
The Annual CTC is negotiable and will be finalized based on the individual’s experience, current emoluments, and posting location. The payment structure is divided into Fixed and Variable Pay in an 80:20 ratio.
- Dean, SBIL Kolkata: Up to ₹98 lakhs
- Faculty, SBIL Kolkata: Up to ₹63 lakhs
- Marketing Executive, SBIL Kolkata: ₹52 lakhs
- Deputy Vice President (IT Risk): Up to ₹60 lakhs
- Assistant Vice President (IT Risk): Up to ₹50 lakhs
Candidates may opt for accommodation (and a vehicle for SBIL posts), resulting in a notional deduction from their CTC. Securing full variable pay requires a minimum qualifying score of 90% or more on the half-yearly performance appraisal for Advt No. 20 posts. Subsequent annual increments can reach up to 10% (Advt No. 20) or 7% (Advt No. 22), heavily dependent on a minimum appraisal score of 90%.
Officers Engaged on Contract (OECs) under Advt No. 20 are eligible for 30 days of leave during the financial year for genuine reasons.
Selection Procedure
The shortlisting committee retains final authority over the shortlisting parameters. Meeting the baseline criteria does not guarantee an interview call.
- Shortlisting: Evaluated provisionally without verifying original documents.
- Interview & Demo: Dean and Faculty candidates will undergo an Interview cum Demo Session (100 marks total), while Marketing Executive and IT Risk applicants will undergo standard interviews.
- Document Verification: Occurs on the interview date. Candidates failing to meet criteria at this stage will be dismissed without travel reimbursement.
- CTC Negotiation: Executed sequentially based on the merit list. A refusal of the negotiated CTC is treated as a Voluntary Exit, moving the offer to the next qualifying candidate.
- Final Merit List: Ranked strictly by interview marks. In the event of a tie, the older candidate secures the higher rank.
Application Instructions
Candidates must submit their applications via the SBI official website at https://sbi.bank.in/web/careers/current-openings before 06.10.2026.
- Upload a scanned, recent photograph and signature in the prescribed format.
- Enter application details. Users can save data and modify the form up to three times.
- Upload all relevant documents, including a Resume, ID proof, Age proof, Caste/PwBD Certificate (if applicable), Educational and Experience certificates, Biodata, and the CTC Form.
- Complete the fee payment using Internet Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card, or UPI. Transaction charges fall upon the candidate. Application fees are non-refundable.
- Print the generated e-receipt and application form.
Applicants currently employed in Government, Quasi-Government, or Public Sector Undertakings must present a ‘No Objection Certificate’ during the interview. A proper discharge certificate is mandatory upon taking up the engagement.
The contract includes a notice period requiring 3 months’ notice from either party for termination, or compensation in lieu thereof. SBI reserves the right to modify or cancel the engagement process at any stage without issuing a refund or explanation. All updates will be published exclusively on the Bank’s website.
Important Links
- Apply Online: Click here (CRPD/SCO/2026-27/20)
- Apply Online: Click here (CRPD/SCO/2026-27/22)
- Official Notification PDF: Click here (CRPD/SCO/2026-27/20)
- Official Notification PDF: Click here (CRPD/SCO/2026-27/22)
- Official Website: Click here
SBI Specialist Cadre Officers Recruitment 2026 FAQs
1. What is SBI Specialist Cadre Officers Recruitment 2026?
SBI Specialist Cadre Officers Recruitment 2026 is a contractual recruitment drive by the State Bank of India for Specialist Cadre Officer positions under two separate advertisements. The vacancies include posts at the State Bank Institute of Leadership (SBIL), Kolkata, and IT Risk positions.
2. How many vacancies are available in SBI Specialist Cadre Officers Recruitment 2026?
A total of 7 vacancies are available. Three vacancies are under Advertisement No. CRPD/SCO/2026-27/20 for SBIL, Kolkata, and four are under Advertisement No. CRPD/SCO/2026-27/22 for IT Risk positions.
3. Which posts are included in the SBI Specialist Officer recruitment?
The recruitment includes Dean, Faculty, and Marketing Executive positions at SBIL, Kolkata, along with Deputy Vice President (IT Risk) and Assistant Vice President (IT Risk) positions.
4. What is the last date to apply for SBI Specialist Cadre Officers Recruitment 2026?
The last date for online registration and fee payment is 6 October 2026. The application process started on 16 September 2026.
5. What is the eligibility cut-off date?
The eligibility cut-off date is 31 August 2026. Age, educational qualifications, and professional experience are considered as of this date.
6. What is the application fee for SBI Specialist Cadre Officers Recruitment 2026?
The application fee is ₹750 for General, EWS, and OBC candidates. Candidates belonging to SC, ST, and PwBD categories are exempt from paying the application fee.
7. What is the selection process for SBI Specialist Cadre Officers?
Candidates are shortlisted based on parameters decided by the selection committee and are then called for an interview. Dean and Faculty applicants will also have an Interview cum Demo Session, while Marketing Executive and IT Risk candidates will appear for a standard interview. Document verification is conducted on the interview date.
8. Is the SBI Specialist Cadre Officer recruitment permanent?
No. These positions are offered on a contract basis. The initial contract period is three years and may be extended by up to two additional years, subject to the terms of engagement. The total engagement cannot exceed five years.
