SBI Specialist Cadre Officers Recruitment 2026

Last verified against official notification: 04 September 2026.

SBI Specialist Cadre Officers Recruitment 2026 - 207 SCO Posts in Wealth Management

State Bank of India (SBI), the country's largest public sector bank, has invited online applications for 207 Specialist Cadre Officers to be engaged on contract basis in its Wealth Management vertical. The recruitment is conducted under Advertisement No. CRPD/SCO/2026-27/23, dated 04 September 2026, issued by the Central Recruitment and Promotion Department, SBI Corporate Centre, Mumbai. The vacancies span seven distinct roles including Zonal Head, Regional Head, Relationship Manager-Team Lead, Investment Specialist, Investment Officer, VP Wealth, and AVP Wealth, distributed across 17 SBI Circles nationwide. Online registration is open from 04 September 2026 and the last date to apply is 25 September 2026.

Candidates must be graduates from a Government-recognized university or institution. For most posts, an MBA in Banking, Finance, or Marketing and certifications such as CFP, CFA, or NISM V-A/XXI-A are preferred. The required post-qualification experience ranges from 3 years for AVP Wealth to 15 years for Zonal Head. Age limits vary by post, ranging from 23-35 years for AVP Wealth to 35-50 years for Zonal Head and Regional Head, as on 31 August 2026. Government or PSU employees must submit a No Objection Certificate at the time of interview. Candidates can apply for more than one post if they fulfil all eligibility criteria for each post.

The selection process involves shortlisting based on qualification and experience, followed by one or more rounds of personal, telephonic, or video interview carrying 100 marks. Shortlisted candidates then undergo individual CTC negotiation. The merit list is prepared in descending order based on interview scores, with ties broken by age in descending order. The contract period is 5 years, renewable for another 4 years at the Bank's discretion. Selected officers are eligible for Performance Linked Pay (0% to 45% of Fixed Pay) and annual increment bands based on performance rating. CTC is negotiable and ranges from Rs. 27.10 lakh to Rs. 97 lakh per annum depending on the post.

Key Details at a Glance

Who Should Apply for SBI SCO 2026?

This recruitment is for experienced banking and finance professionals seeking senior roles in wealth management. The contract-based engagement offers competitive CTC with performance-linked pay. Candidates with strong relationship management, investment advisory, or sales experience in banking and financial services are ideal.

Important Dates and Application Fee

Important Dates

Application Fee

Vacancy Details and Eligibility

SBI has notified 207 tentative vacancies across seven posts. The vacancies are indicative and the Bank reserves the right to transfer selected officers to any of its offices, associates, subsidiaries, or other organizations depending on the exigencies of service.

Vacancy Breakdown

Eligibility Criteria

Age Limit (as on 31-08-2026)

Maximum age indicated is for Unreserved category candidates. Relaxation in upper age limit is available to reserved category candidates as per Government of India guidelines.

Selection Process

Selection for SBI Specialist Cadre Officers is through a multi-stage process involving shortlisting, interview, and CTC negotiation. There is no written examination.

Salary and Job Profile

CTC and Contract Details

Annual CTC is negotiable and depends on the candidate's experience, current emoluments, and place of posting. All posts are eligible for Performance Linked Pay (0% to 45% of Fixed Pay) and an Annual Increment Band. The contract period is 5 years, renewable for another 4 years at the Bank's discretion, and can be terminated by either side with 2 months' notice or payment/surrender of 2 months' compensation in lieu.

Job Profile

• Zonal Head / Regional Head: Lead and manage wealth management operations across zones/regions, drive business growth, and oversee team performance
• Relationship Manager-Team Lead: Manage client relationships, lead a team of RMs, and achieve business targets in wealth products
• Investment Specialist / Investment Officer: Provide investment advisory, manage portfolios, and ensure compliance with SEBI/AMFI guidelines
• VP Wealth / AVP Wealth: Sales and marketing of wealth products including mutual funds, insurance, PMS, and other investment products
• All roles involve client relationship management, portfolio management, and compliance with regulatory guidelines

Suggested Place of Posting

How to Apply

Step-by-Step Application Process

• Step 1: Visit sbi.bank.in/web/careers/current-openings and download the detailed advertisement CRPD/SCO/2026-27/23
• Step 2: Click on the apply link and register online with a valid email ID; keep it active until declaration of results
• Step 3: Scan and upload your latest photograph and signature as specified; the application will not register without these
• Step 4: Upload all relevant documents: resume, ID proof, age proof, caste certificate, PwBD certificate (if applicable), educational qualification certificates, experience certificates, and biodata
• Step 5: Fill the application carefully, note the system-generated registration number and password
• Step 6: Pay the application fee online (Rs. 750 for Gen/EWS/OBC; exempted for SC/ST/PwBD)
• Step 7: Take a printout of the submitted application form and the fee e-receipt for your records

Important Instructions

• No changes are allowed after final submission of the application form
• Candidates can apply for more than one post if they fulfil all eligibility criteria for each post
• Hard copies of the application and documents need not be sent to the Bank
• Apply well before the closing date, 25 September 2026, to avoid last-minute technical issues

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