SBI SCO recruitment for AI roles: apply by 9 November 2026 for up to ₹1.60 crore salary

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The State Bank of India (SBI) is recruiting for six Specialist Cadre Officer (SCO) posts in AI, Risk Analytics, and Data Engineering under Advertisement No. CRPD/SCO/2026-27/30.
The application window for these fixed-term employment positions opened on 19 October 2026 and closes on 9 November 2026.
Candidates must possess relevant Bachelor’s/Master’s degrees and 8 to 15+ years of experience, depending on the specific role.
The maximum annual Cost to Company (CTC) for these roles is up to ₹1.60 crore, with job locations in Mumbai or anywhere in India.
The selection process involves shortlisting, an interview, and CTC negotiation, with a contract period of three years, extendable by up to two years.

The State Bank of India (SBI) has initiated an online application process for six Specialist Cadre Officer (SCO) positions on a fixed-term employment basis. These senior-level vacancies, advertised under Advertisement No. CRPD/SCO/2026-27/30, are primarily focused on Artificial Intelligence (AI), Risk Analytics, AI Governance, Data Engineering, and AI Architecture.

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The application window commenced on 19 October 2026 and will conclude on 9 November 2026. Interested candidates are required to apply through the official SBI careers portal, sbi.bank.in, for these roles which offer a maximum annual Cost to Company (CTC) of up to ₹1.60 crore.

Specialist Cadre Officer Vacancies in AI and Data

The current recruitment drive targets six unreserved vacancies for specialized roles within the AI and data analytics domain. These positions include leadership and architectural roles crucial for the bank’s digital transformation initiatives. The eligibility criteria, including educational qualifications, post-qualification work experience, and age requirements, are assessed as of 30 September 2026.

Applicants for these roles must hold relevant Bachelor’s or Master’s degrees and possess substantial experience ranging from 8 to over 15 years, depending on the specific post. For instance, the GM & Chief AI Officer position requires more than 15 years of experience, including at least three years in senior leadership roles related to AI, analytics, model oversight, governance, and business transformation.

SBI SCO Vacancy 2026 (CRPD/SCO/2026-27/30)
Post Name	Vacancies
GM & Chief AI Officer	1
DGM (Risk and Operational Analytics)	1
DGM (AI Governance and Compliance)	1
DGM (Data Engineering, Model Application Development and AI Ops)	1
AI Solution Architect	1
Enterprise AI Architect	1
Total	6

Application and Selection Process

The application process for Advertisement No. CRPD/SCO/2026-27/30 is entirely online. Candidates are advised to complete their applications and fee payments by 9 November 2026. The selection methodology for these SCO positions involves a multi-stage process designed to identify suitable candidates for senior-level responsibilities.

Following the application submission, eligible candidates will undergo a shortlisting process. Those shortlisted will then be invited for an interview, which carries a weightage of 100 marks. The final stage involves a CTC negotiation. The contract period for these roles is initially set for three years, with a possibility of extension for up to an additional two years, based on performance and bank requirements. The job locations for these positions are either Mumbai or anywhere in India.

SBI SCO Important Dates (CRPD/SCO/2026-27/30)
Events	Dates
Notification Date	19 October 2026
Online Application Starts	19 October 2026
Last Date to Apply Online	9 November 2026
Last Date for Fee Payment	9 November 2026
Interview Date	To be notified

Other SBI Specialist Cadre Officer Recruitments

On top of the current AI-focused recruitment, SBI has conducted other Specialist Cadre Officer recruitments in 2026 and late 2025. One such recruitment, Advertisement No. CRPD/SCO/2026-27/25, sought to fill six vacancies in the Wealth Management & Premier Banking Department. The application period for these roles was from 30 September 2026 to 21 October 2026. These positions were also on a contract basis, with an initial contract period of five years, renewable for up to four additional years. The suggested posting for these roles was Mumbai, with an annual CTC ranging from ₹37.20 lakh to ₹1.99 crore. An application fee of ₹750 was applicable for General/EWS/OBC candidates, while SC/ST/PwBD candidates were exempt.

Another significant recruitment drive, Advertisement No: CRPD/SCO/2025-26/27, was for 116 Specialist Cadre Officers on both regular and contractual bases. The application period for these diverse roles, including AVP (IS Audit) and DM (Chartered Accountant), was from 23 February 2026 to 15 March 2026. The cut-off date for eligibility for this recruitment was 31 January 2026. These multiple advertisements highlight SBI’s ongoing efforts to recruit specialized talent across various departments and employment models.