Recruitment Of Specialist Cadre Officer On Regular Basis - State Bank of India

State Bank of India (SBI) invites online applications from eligible Indian citizens for appointment to Specialist Cadre Officer posts on a regular basis. Interested candidates can apply online through the official website https://bank.sbi/web/careers/current-openings.

Important Dates

Online Registration & Payment of Fees: From 25.08.2025 to 15.09.2025

Application Process Guidelines

Registration is complete only upon successful fee deposit via Online mode by the last date.
Candidates must ensure they fulfill all eligibility criteria as of the date of eligibility.
Required documents (resume, ID proof, age proof, PwBD Certificate (if applicable), educational qualification, experience etc.) must be uploaded. Failure to upload will result in non-consideration for shortlisting/interview.
Shortlisting is provisional; documents will be verified during the interview.
Ineligible candidates will not be allowed to appear for the interview or receive travel reimbursement.
Candidates should regularly check the Bank’s official website for updates; call letters/advice will be sent by e-mail only (no hard copy).
All revisions/corrigendum will be hosted on the Bank’s website.
In case of tie in marks for the final merit list, candidates will be ranked according to age (descending order).
Do not send hard copies of applications or documents.
Candidates can apply for only ONE post.
Training & teaching experience will not be counted for eligibility in the experience criteria.

Post Details, Vacancies, Grade, Age & Selection Process

Sl. No.	Name of Post	Grade/Scale	Vacancies (Regular/UR)	PwBD* (VI)	Age as on 31/05/2025 (Min-Max)	Suggested Posting	Selection Procedure
1	Manager (Salary Package Products)	MMGS-III	2/2	1	25-40	Mumbai	Shortlisting and Interview
2	Deputy Manager (Salary Package Products)	MMGS-II	2/2	1	25-35	Mumbai	Shortlisting and Interview

Abbreviations: UR - Unreserved, PwBD - Persons with Benchmark Disabilities, VI - Visually Impaired.
Reservation is horizontal and included in the respective parent category.
Candidates seeking PwBD reservation must submit a latest disability certificate issued by a Competent Authority as per Government of India guidelines, dated on or before the last date of application.
Age relaxation is available to PwBD as per Government of India guidelines.
Suggested place of posting is indicative; the Bank reserves the right to post or transfer services to any of its offices or associates/subsidiaries depending on service exigencies.

Basic Qualification, Preferred Qualification, Experience & Specific Skills Required (As on 31.05.2025)

For Post No.1 Manager (Salary Package Products)

Basic Qualifications: Post Graduate Degree/Diploma/Program in Management or equivalent from a Govt. bodies/AICTE/UGC recognized institute.
Experience (Essential): Minimum 5 years of post-qualification work experience as Executive/Supervisory/Managerial role in Schedule Commercial Banks/NBFC/Insurance Company.
Experience (Preferred): Experience in Public Sector Banks and/or in Retail/liability products.

For Post No.2 Deputy Manager (Salary Package Products)

Basic Qualifications: Post Graduate Degree/Diploma/Program in Marketing Management or equivalent from a Govt. bodies/AICTE/UGC recognized institute.
Experience (Essential): Minimum 2 years of post-qualification work experience as Executive/Supervisory/Managerial role in Schedule Commercial Banks/NBFC/Insurance Company.
Experience (Preferred): Experience in Public Sector Banks and/or in Retail/liability products.

Job Profile (Role, Responsibilities & Functions) and Key Responsibility Area (KRA)

Manager (Salary Package Products)

Responsibilities: Monitor product performance, track best practices, develop/modify products, strategize/implement business activities, manage alternate channels, handle regulatory/security issues, liaise with departments, organize SOP/manuals/e-circulars/e-lessons for new products, and other assigned tasks.
Measurable KRA: Increase in overall Deposits for P-segment accounts (Tie-ups), new Govt. & Institutional Salary Package Accounts opened, % increase in outstanding CASA balance per CITU account, % Gold+Accounts in new CSP A/Cs (Govt+Defense, Corporates).

Deputy Manager (Salary Package Products)

Responsibilities: Undertake market research, benchmark products/services, present CSP proposals to High Value Corporates/Institutions/Entities, interact for onboarding, act as SPOC for queries/requirements, liaise with departments, strategize/implement business/promotional activities, handle regulatory/security issues, ideate tech-based levers for digital efficiency, and organize SOP/manuals/e-circulars/e-lessons for new products.
Measurable KRA (Continued from page 4): No. of presentations to High-value Corporates/GCCs/CAG/CCG Corporates, No. of Tie-Ups/MoUs entered, Number of Salary accounts opened through tie-ups, Salary credit % in new accounts opened, Increase in Overall Deposits for P-Segment Accounts Through Tie-Ups (GITU+CTU), New Govt & Institutional Salary Package Accounts Opened Through Tie-Ups (CTU+GITU), % Increase in outstanding CASA balance per CITU account (CITU=CTU+GITU), % Gold+ Accounts in new CSP A/Cs opened- Govt+ Defense, % Gold+ Accounts in new CSP A/Cs opened- Corporates.

Grade & Remuneration

Post (Grade Scale)	Pay Scale (Approximate)	Remarks
Middle Management Grade Scale - III (Manager)	Rs 85,920-1,05,280 (85920-2680/5-99320-2980/2-105280)	Eligible for DA, HRA, CCA, Provident Fund, Contributory Pension Fund (NPS), Leave Fare Concession (LFC), Medical Facility, and other perquisites as per rules. Probation Period: 6 months.
Middle Management Grade Scale - II (Deputy Manager)	Rs 64,820-93,960 (64820-2340/1-67160-2680/10-93960)	Same as above. Probation Period: 6 months.

Important Points

Vacancies are provisional and may vary.
Educational qualifications and experience must be met as of specified dates.
Reserved category candidates can apply for General category if they meet the criteria.
Reservation follows Government of India Guidelines.
Experience certificates must specify relevant field experience.
Bank reserves the right to cancel the recruitment process without assigning reasons.
Maximum age limit is for General category candidates; age relaxation for PwBD as per Government of India guidelines.
Valid Caste certificates on the prescribed Government of India format are required for fee exemption.
PwBD candidates must produce a certificate issued by a competent authority.
Reservation for PwBD is horizontal.

Reservation for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD)

Horizontal reservation as per Section 34 of "The Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act (RPWD), 2016".
Suitable Category: B - Blind, LV - Low Vision.
Functional Requirement: S-Sitting, W-Walking, MF-Manipulation by Fingers, BN-Bending, ST-Standing, H-Hearing, C-Communication.
Visual Impairment (VI): Eligibility for visually impaired persons with conditions such as total absence of sight, visual acuity less than 3/60, or limitation of field of vision subtending an angle of less than 10 degrees (Blindness), or visual acuity not exceeding 6/18 or limitation of field of vision subtending an angle of less than 40 degrees (Low Vision).
A valid disability certificate from a Competent Authority, dated on or before the last date of application, is required.

Other Policies

Transfer Policy: Bank reserves the right to transfer officers to any SBI office in India or its associates/subsidiaries. Requests for specific posting/transfer will not be entertained.
Career Path: The career path aligns with existing Specialist cadre Officers. Promotional opportunities depend on vacancies and HR policies.
Mere fulfillment of minimum qualification/experience does not guarantee an interview call. Shortlisting parameters are decided by the Bank, and their decision to call candidates for interview is final.

CIBIL Criteria

Candidates who have defaulted on repayment under any lending arrangement with Banks/NBFCs/Financial Institutions (including credit card dues) and have not regularized/repaid their outstanding amounts by the date of offer of appointment will not be eligible.
If outstanding amounts are regularized by the offer date but CIBIL status is not updated, candidates must get it updated or produce NOCs from lenders to confirm no outstanding amounts, failing which the offer may be withdrawn.

Selection Process

The selection process comprises shortlisting and an interview.

Shortlisting: The Bank's shortlisting committee will determine the parameters for shortlisting. The decision to call candidates for an interview is final.
Interview: Carries 100 marks. The Bank will decide the qualifying marks. No correspondence will be entertained regarding interview marks.
Merit List: Prepared category-wise based on interview scores. In case of same scores, candidates will be ranked by age (descending order).

Call Letter for Interview

Intimation/Call letters for interviews will be sent by email or uploaded on the Bank's website. No hard copy will be sent.

How to Apply (Detailed)

Valid Email ID/Mobile Number: Keep active until result declaration for communication.
Online Registration: Register via https://bank.sbi/web/careers/current-openings and pay the application fee using Internet Banking/Debit Card/Credit Card.
Document Upload: Scan and upload your latest photograph and signature as per specifications. Online application will not be registered without these uploads.
Application Form: Fill carefully. You can save your application up to three times with a provisional registration number and password. Submit completely and proceed to fee payment.
Printout: Take a printout of the system-generated online application forms after registration.
Age Relaxation: Candidates seeking age relaxation must submit necessary certificates at the time of joining. Category cannot be changed after registration.

Guidelines for Payment of Fees

Application Fees:
- Rs. 750/- (Seven Hundred Fifty only) for General/EWS/OBC candidates.
- No fees/intimation charges for SC/ST/PwBD candidates.
Payment must be made through the payment gateway integrated with the application (Debit Card/Credit Card/Internet Banking).
Transaction charges are borne by the candidate.
Upon successful payment, an e-receipt and application form will be generated; print and retain them.
If online payment fails, make fresh attempts.
Reprint option for e-Receipt and Application form is available later.
Application fee, once paid, is non-refundable and cannot be adjusted for other examinations.

How to Upload Documents (Detailed)

Documents to be uploaded: Recent Photograph, Signature, Brief Resume (PDF), ID Proof (PDF), Proof of Date of Birth (PDF), PwBD Certificate (if applicable) (PDF), Educational Certificates (Mark-Sheets/Degree Certificate) (PDF), Experience Certificates (PDF), Form-16/Offer Letter/Latest Salary Slip (PDF), No Objection Certificate (If applicable) (PDF).
Document File Type/Size:
- All documents (except Photograph & Signature) must be in PDF format.
- Page size: A4. Max file size: 500 kb.
- If scanned, ensure PDF format and size not exceeding 500 kb. Adjust scanner DPI if needed. Documents must be clear and readable.
Photograph File Type/Size:
- Recent passport-style colour picture against a light-coloured, preferably white, background.
- Size: 20 kb - 50 kb. Dimensions: 200 x 230 pixels (preferred).
- Look straight at the camera with a relaxed face. Avoid harsh shadows or red-eye if using flash. Ensure clear vision if wearing glasses.
- Caps, hats, and dark glasses are not acceptable (religious headwear is allowed if it does not cover the face).
- Scanned image size not more than 50kb; adjust scanner settings if needed.
Signature File Type/Size:
- Sign on white paper with black ink pen; signed only by the applicant.
- Size: 10 kb - 20 kb. Dimensions: 140 x 60 pixels (preferred).
- Scanned image size not more than 20 kb. Signature in CAPITAL LETTERS is not accepted.
Uploading Procedure: Separate links for each document. Browse and select the file (JPG/JEPG, PDF, DOC/DOCX). Click 'Upload'. Preview to confirm. File size/format errors will be displayed. Once uploaded, documents cannot be edited. Ensure photograph/signature are clear; unclear images may lead to rejection.

General Information

Applicants must ensure they fulfill all eligibility norms and that furnished particulars are correct.
Reserved category candidates for whom no reservation is mentioned can apply for General category if they meet the conditions.
Candidature will be cancelled, and services terminated if incorrect/false information or suppressed facts are detected at any stage.
Application must be in the prescribed format and properly filled.
Appointment is subject to medical fitness and adherence to Bank's service/conduct rules.
The Bank's decision on eligibility, interview conduct, and selection is final.
Applicants are liable for civil/criminal consequences for false information.
Meeting eligibility norms does not guarantee an interview call; Bank reserves the right to shortlist candidates.
Multiple applications will result in retention of the last valid application and forfeiture of fees.
Legal proceedings related to this advertisement are subject to Mumbai jurisdiction only.
Outstation candidates shortlisted for interview (Manager/Dy. Manager) will be reimbursed economy class airfare up to Bank-approved limits.
Keep email ID active; Bank is not responsible for communication delays.
Govt./Quasi Govt./PSU employees must submit a 'No Objection Certificate' at the interview.
Selected candidates must provide a proper discharge certificate from their employer upon appointment.
Apply online well before the closing date to avoid last-minute technical issues. Bank is not responsible for failures due to heavy load or technical problems.
No change or correction in application particulars (including category) will be entertained once submitted.
Bank reserves the right to cancel the recruitment process entirely or for any particular post at any stage without assigning any reasons.
At the time of interview, candidates must provide details of any pending criminal cases. Suppression of facts or adverse external reports will lead to cancellation of candidature/termination of selection. Independent verification (e.g., Police Records) may be conducted.