SBI SCO recruitment 2026 registration extended: apply by October 31 for 6 vacancies

The State Bank of India (SBI) has extended the online registration deadline for its Specialist Cadre Officers (SCO) recruitment 2026. Candidates interested in positions within the Wealth Management and Premier Banking Department can now submit their applications until October 31, 2026. The application process, which commenced on September 30, 2026, is being conducted online through the SBI Current Openings portal.

This recruitment drive, advertised under number CRPD/SCO/2026-27/25, seeks to fill a total of six vacancies across five distinct posts on a contract basis. While Mumbai is the suggested place of posting, selected candidates may be assigned to other locations across India.

Application Details and Eligibility Criteria

The application fee for General, EWS, and OBC candidates is Rs. 750. However, candidates belonging to the SC, ST, and PwBD categories are exempt from paying this fee. The age limit for all advertised posts is calculated as of August 31, 2026, with specific ranges varying by position.

Educational qualifications and experience requirements are stringent for each role. For instance, the Head Sales position requires an MBA or PGDM with a minimum of 15 years of experience in managing sales teams within wealth management, retail banking, or asset management companies, including at least eight years leading relationship managers and team leaders. The Central Research Team (Product Lead) role mandates an MBA or PGDM, or CA/CFA, along with a minimum of five years of experience in equity research or wealth management products.

Manager (Business Process) applicants need an MBA or PGDM and at least five years of post-qualification experience in banking, wealth management firms, or broking firms. Project Development Manager (Technology) requires a BE, BTech, ME, MTech, MBA, MMS, PGDM, or PGDBM, coupled with a minimum of four years of experience in banking technology. For the Central Operations Team (COT) Support role, a graduate degree and at least three years of experience in financial services, investment advisory, private banking, or wealth management solutions are necessary, including two years in central operations within the wealth management business.

Selection Process and Compensation

The selection process for these Specialist Cadre Officer positions involves multiple stages. Initially, candidates will be shortlisted based on their applications. Shortlisted candidates will then proceed to an interview, which carries a weightage of 100 marks. Following the interview, the final stage involves Cost to Company (CTC) negotiation.

The compensation packages for these contract-based roles vary significantly depending on the position. The Head Sales post offers the highest maximum annual CTC, potentially reaching up to Rs. 1.99 crore. Other roles also provide competitive remuneration.

How to Apply

The State Bank of India (SBI) has extended the online registration deadline for its Specialist Cadre Officers (SCO) recruitment 2026 until October 31, 2026. Interested candidates for positions in the Wealth Management and Premier Banking Department can apply online via the SBI Current Openings portal. The application process, which began on September 30, 2026, requires applicants to visit the official SBI careers website at sbi.bank.in.

Applicants must locate Advertisement No. CRPD/SCO/2026-27/25, review the eligibility conditions, and then click the online application link to register. The procedure involves filling in personal and professional details, uploading necessary documents such as a photograph, signature, resume, identity proof, educational certificates, and experience documents. A non-refundable application fee of Rs. 750 is required for General, EWS, and OBC candidates, while SC, ST, and PwBD categories are exempt. After reviewing all details, candidates must submit the form and retain a copy of the completed application and payment receipt for future reference.

1. Visit the official SBI careers website at sbi.bank.in.
2. Locate Advertisement No. CRPD/SCO/2026-27/25 for Specialist Cadre Officers in Wealth Management and Premier Banking.
3. Open and carefully review the recruitment advertisement for eligibility conditions and other details.
4. Click on the online application link to initiate the registration process.
5. Complete the application form by filling in all required personal and professional details.
6. Upload necessary documents, including a photograph, signature, resume, identity proof, educational certificates, and experience documents.
7. Pay the applicable application fee online, if not exempt.
8. Thoroughly review all entered details before the final submission of the form.
9. Submit the application and retain a copy of the completed form and payment receipt for future reference.

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Written by Nishit Kumar

Nishit Kumar is a senior EdTech industry leader with over a decade of experience in building and scaling education platforms, shaping their product, content, and growth strategy. At FindMyCollege, Nishit oversees content and editorial strategy, guiding topic selection and content frameworks to ensure accuracy, relevance, and student-first value across the website.

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