Post Date: January 22, 2026
5:08 pm
The Central Bank of India (CBI) has officially announced the recruitment of Specialist Officers (SO) for the year 2026. This recruitment drive is aimed at filling 350 Specialist Officer vacancies in categories like Marketing and Foreign Exchange. The online application window is brief, starting from 20 January 2026 and concluding on 03 February 2026. Candidates possessing a Graduation degree along with professional qualifications like MBA or IIBF certificates and relevant work experience are encouraged to apply. Detailed eligibility criteria, age limits, and category-wise post distributions are provided in the tables below. Ensure you check all requirements on the SarkariExam2026 portal before submitting your fee. Direct application links are active now.
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Central Bank Specialist Officer Online Form 2026 – Apply Now
Central Bank SO Examination 2026 : Key Recruitment Details
Important Registration Dates
- Application Start Date : 20 January 2026
- Registration Last Date : 03 February 2026
- Fee Payment Deadline : 03 February 2026
- Tentative Exam Date : Feb – March 2026
- Admit Card Availability : Before Exam
- Result Declaration : Updated Soon
Category-Wise Application Fees
- General / OBC / EWS : ₹ 850/-
- SC / ST / PH : ₹ 175/-
- All Female Candidates : ₹ 175/-
Payment Methods:
Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, IMPS, Cash Card / Mobile Wallet.
Age Limit (As on 01 January 2026)
- Minimum Age Required : 22 Years
- Max Age (Marketing Officer) : 30 Years
- Max Age (Foreign Exchange) : 35 Years
- Age relaxation applies extra as per Central Bank of India SO rules.
Total Posts
350 Vacancies
CBI Specialist Officer Post Distribution 2026
| Post Name | Total Posts |
| Foreign Exchange Officer | 50 |
| Marketing Officer | 300 |
Category-Wise Vacancy Details
| Post | Gen | OBC | EWS | SC | ST |
| Foreign Exchange | 22 | 13 | 05 | 07 | 03 |
| Marketing Officer | 122 | 81 | 30 | 45 | 22 |
Education Qualification & Eligibility
| Post | Eligibility Criteria |
| Foreign Exchange Officer | Graduation Degree with IIBF Certificate in Foreign Exchange Operations + Minimum 05 years experience. |
| Marketing Officer | Graduation Degree with MBA / PGDM / PGDBM / PGPM + Minimum 02 years experience. |
How to Fill Central Bank SO Application Form 2026
- Visit the official portal of Central Bank of India or use the IBPS direct link provided below.
- Register with your basic details to generate a Registration Number and Password.
- Fill in professional details and upload proof of work experience as per post requirements.
- Upload scanned documents including photograph and signature.
- Pay the required application fee before 03 February 2026.
- नोट: छात्रो से ये अनुरोध किया जाता है की वो अपना फॉर्म भरने से पहले Official Notification को ध्यान से जरूर पढे।
SOME USEFUL IMPORTANT LINKS
| Apply Online Link (IBPS) | Click Here |
| Download Official Notification | Click Here |
| Official CBI Portal | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
| Q: What is the last date for Central Bank SO 2026? A: The final date to submit the online application is 03 February 2026. |
| Q: Is work experience required for Specialist Officer posts? A: Yes, 5 years for Foreign Exchange and 2 years for Marketing Officer. |
| Q: What is the application fee for general category? A: General/OBC/EWS candidates need to pay ₹ 850/-. |
| Q: When will the exam be conducted? A: The tentative exam dates are scheduled for February or March 2026. |
Disclaimer: This recruitment information is provided for the immediate convenience of job seekers. While we maintain high accuracy standards, this is not a legal document. Always refer to official notifications at centralbankofindia.co.in for the most current data.
