SBI SO Recruitment 2026 – Apply for 996 Posts

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By: Harmanjot (India Sarkari Exam Team)

Published: 1, January 2026

Last Updated: 8, January 2026

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Brief Information

State Bank of India (SBI) has announced 996 Specialist Officer vacancies under SBI SO Recruitment 2026. Online applications are open from 02 December 2025 to 10 January 2026. Don’t miss this opportunity—check full eligibility, salary structure, vacancy details, and selection process in this article.
Org Name:State Bank of India (SBI)
Post Name:Specialist Officer
Qualification:Graduation / Bachelor’s Degree, Post Graduation / Master’s Degree
Age Limit:varies by post
Total Vacancy:996
Grade Pay:varies by post
Last Date to Apply:10 January 2026

State Bank of India (SBI)

SBI SO Recruitment 2026

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Important Dates

EventDate
Notification Release Date02 December 2025
Start Date to Apply Online02 December 2025
Last Date to Apply Online10 January 2026
Last Date for Fee Payment10 January 2026

Application Fee

CategoryFee (₹)
General / OBC / EWS750
SC / ST / PwBDNil
  • Fee payment through Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking / UPI only.

Eligibility Criteria

Age Limit

  • As on 01 May 2025
  • VP Wealth (SRM): 26 to 42 Years
  • AVP Wealth (RM): 23 to 35 Years
  • Customer Relationship Executive: 20 to 35 Years
  • Age relaxation as per rules
  • Check age using Online Age Calculator

Educational Qualification

Post NameEducational Qualification
VP Wealth (SRM)Mandatory: Graduation from a recognized university
Preferred: MBA (Banking/Finance/Marketing) with 60% + Certifications: NISM V-A, XXI-A, CFP/CFA
AVP Wealth (RM)Mandatory: Graduation from a recognized university
Preferred: Post-graduation in (Finance / Marketing / Banking) Certifications: (NISM / CFP / CFA)
Customer Relationship ExecutiveMandatory: Graduation from a recognized university
Valid Two-Wheeler Driving Licence

Experience Requirement (as on 01 May 2025)

PostExperience
VP Wealth (SRM)Minimum 6 years in Sales / Marketing / Wealth Management
AVP Wealth (RM)Minimum 3 years in Sales / Wealth Management
CREExperience preferred in documentation & client handling

Teaching & training experience will NOT be counted.

Job Nature

  • Engagement Type: Contract Basis
  • Contract Period: 5 Years
    • Extendable up to 4 more years based on performance
  • Notice Period: 2 Months (from either side)

Posting Details

  • Posting will be circle-wise
  • Candidate must select 3 different circles
  • SBI can transfer candidates anywhere in India

SBI Specialist Officer Vacancy 2026

Total Posts: 996

Sl. No.Name of PostVacancy TypeSCSTOBCEWSURTotal
1VP Wealth (SRM)Regular773411946188506
Backlog151017
2AVP Wealth (RM)Regular3315522082206
Backlog4
3Customer Relationship ExecutiveRegular47217328115284
Backlog

How to Apply for SBI SO Recruitment 2026

  1. Visit the official website: sbi.co.in → Careers → Current Openings
  2. Register or login with valid credentials
  3. Fill the online application form carefully
  4. Upload photograph, signature, and required documents
  5. Pay application fee (if applicable)
  6. Submit the form and take printout

Selection Process

  • Shortlisting based on qualification and experience
  • Interview (100 Marks)
  • CTC Negotiation
  • Final Merit List based on interview marks
  • ➡️ Tie-breaker: Older candidate ranked higher

SBI SO Recruitment 2026 Salary / CTC

PostAnnual CTC (₹ in Lakhs)
VP Wealth (SRM)44.70
AVP Wealth (RM)30.20
Customer Relationship Executive6.20
  • Includes Fixed Pay + Performance Linked Pay (PLP)
  • CTC is negotiable based on experience & current salary

Important Points (Very Exam-Relevant)

  • Candidates can apply for more than one post
  • Previous SBI Wealth non-joiners/resignees may be debarred
  • No hard copy of application required

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Is there any written test for SBI Specialist Officer Jobs 2026?

No. As per the SBI Bank SO Notification 2026, selection is through shortlisting and interview only — there is no written examination for this recruitment.

Can I apply for multiple posts under SBI SO Recruitment 2026?

Yes. Candidates can apply for more than one Specialist Officer post provided they meet the eligibility criteria for each post they choose.

How will SBI Specialist Officer Jobs 2026 be finalized?

After the interview stage, SBI prepares the merit list strictly based on interview scores. In case of a tie, older candidates are ranked higher.
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Harmanjot (India Sarkari Exam Team)

Harmanjot is pursuing her B.Tech in Computer Science. As a core member of the India Sarkari Exam team, she serves as an Author, contributing accurate and timely government job updates to keep aspirants informed with reliable job alerts.

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