Central Bank of India SO Recruitment 2026: Apply for 350 Specialist Officer Positions

The Central Bank of India has opened applications for 350 Specialist Officer positions, including Foreign Exchange and Marketing Officers. The application period runs from January 20 to February 15, 2026. Candidates must meet specific educational qualifications and age limits. The selection process includes a written exam and an interview. For more details on how to apply and the requirements, read the full article.

By Ambika Singh Feb 4, 2026, 15:48 IST

Central Bank of India SO Recruitment 2026: Apply for 350 Specialist Officer Positions

Overview of Central Bank of India SO Recruitment 2026

The Central Bank of India has announced the recruitment for Specialist Officers, specifically for the roles of Foreign Exchange Officer in Scale III and Marketing Officer in Scale I. This recruitment drive is aimed at filling 350 vacancies. The online application process commenced on January 20, 2026, and will remain open until February 15, 2026. Interested candidates are encouraged to review the detailed information regarding the recruitment below.

Key Dates for Application

Important Dates

Application Start Date: January 20, 2026

Application Deadline: February 15, 2026 (Extended)

Last Date for Fee Payment: February 15, 2026

Exam Date: February/March 2026 (Tentative)

Admit Card Release: Before Exam

Interview Date: March/April 2026 (Tentative)

Application Fees

Application Fee Structure

General, EWS, OBC: Rs. 850/-

SC, ST, PH: Rs. 175/-

All Female Candidates: Rs. 175/-

Payment can be made via Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI, and other modes.

Age Limit for Applicants

Age Criteria

As of January 1, 2026:

Marketing Officer: 22 to 30 years

Foreign Exchange Officer: 25 to 35 years

Age relaxation will be provided as per the Central Bank of India recruitment guidelines.

Vacancy Breakdown

Vacancy Details

Total Positions: 350

Post Name	Number of Posts
Foreign Exchange Officer	50
Marketing Officer	300

Educational Qualifications Required

Qualifications for Each Post

Post Name

Qualifications

Foreign Exchange Officer

Graduation from a recognized university. Preference for candidates with CFA/CA or MBA.

Mandatory: Certification in Foreign Exchange Operations from IIBF.

Experience: Minimum 5 years in a Scheduled Commercial Bank, with 3 years in Trade Finance/Forex operations.

Marketing Officer

Graduation and a 2-year MBA/Post-Graduate Diploma in Business Management with a focus on Marketing.

Experience: 2 years in the marketing domain, with at least 1 year in a BFSI organization.

Application Process

How to Apply

Applications can be submitted through the official Central Bank of India website.

Ensure to read the official notification carefully before applying.

Note: Candidates are advised to check the official notification for details on the last date, age limit, and qualifications.

Selection Process

Selection Methodology

Written Examination

Interview

Document Verification

Medical Examination