Job Overview
The Indian Bank has officially released the notification for the recruitment of 350 Specialist Officer posts. This is a prominent opportunity for eligible candidates seeking a career in the public sector banking industry. Interested applicants can submit their applications online through the official website. This recruitment is among the most sought-after Latest Govt Jobs 2026 for professionals in IT, Finance, Management, and Engineering domains.
The online application process commenced on 08-04-2026 and will conclude on 28-04-2026. Candidates possessing the required educational qualifications and experience are encouraged to read the official notification carefully before applying.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Starting Date for Apply Online | 08-04-2026 |
| Last Date for Apply Online | 28-04-2026 |
| Exam Date | Notify Later |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee Amount | Payment Mode |
|---|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS Candidates | Rs 850/- | Online |
| SC / ST / PwBD | Rs 175/- | Online |
Age Limit
The age limit varies depending on the post and scale. The cut-off date for determining eligibility is 01-04-2026.
| Post Scale / Category | Age Limit (Years) |
|---|---|
| Manager Scale II (DC Operations, IT Security, DBA, Network, Developer, Data Analyst) | 23 – 33 |
| Manager – Chartered Accountant (Scale II) | 23 – 33 |
| Senior Manager Scale III (Credit, Finance, Risk, Treasury) | 26 – 36 or 25 – 37 (Post Specific) |
| Manager – HR, Marketing, Wealth Management | 24/25 – 34/35/31 (Post Specific) |
| Assistant Manager Scale I (Security, Civil Engineer, Architect) | 22 – 32 / 24 – 34 / 30 – 45 (Post Specific) |
Note: Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories as per Government of India norms.
Qualification
Candidates must possess the following educational qualifications and experience as per the post applied for:
- Manager-DC Operations: B.E./B.Tech/MCA/M.Sc in CS/IT or equivalent + VMware/AIX/RHEL cert + 3 years IT exp (2 in DC).
- Manager-Information Security Operations: B.E./B.Tech/MCA/M.Sc in CS/IT or equivalent + CISSP/CISA/CISM cert + 3 years IT Security exp.
- Manager-DBA: B.E./B.Tech/MCA/M.Sc in CS/IT or equivalent + Desirable OCP + 3 years DBA exp.
- Manager-Network Operations: B.E./B.Tech/MCA/M.Sc in CS/IT or equivalent + 3 years Network exp.
- Manager-Application/API Developer: B.E./B.Tech/MCA/M.Sc in CS/IT or equivalent + Relevant certs + 3 years exp.
- Manager-Data Analyst: B.E./B.Tech/MCA/M.Sc in CS/IT/Data Science + 3 years data analysis exp.
- Manager-Chartered Accountant: Member of ICAI (CA) + 1 year post-qual exp.
- Senior/Manager-Credit/Finance/Analyst: MBA Finance or CA/ICWA/CFA + Relevant experience (2 to 4 years).
- Senior Manager-Model Validator/Risk/Climate/Forex: CA/CFA/Masters in Maths/Stats/Finance/Economics + Relevant exp.
- Manager-Health Management/HR/Marketing: Relevant PG Degree + Experience.
- Assistant Manager-Security: Graduate + Ex-service/Police (5 yrs service).
- Assistant Manager-Civil Engineer: B.E. Civil + exp + AutoCAD.
- Assistant Manager-Architect: B.Arch + exp + Revit.
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Total Vacancy |
|---|---|
| Manager-DC Operations | 4 |
| Manager-Information Security Operations | 3 |
| Manager-DBA | 5 |
| Manager-Network Operations | 3 |
| Manager-Application Developer | 3 |
| Manager-API Developer | 4 |
| Manager-Data Analyst | 3 |
| Manager-Chartered Accountant | 10 |
| Senior Manager-Credit | 20 |
| Manager-Credit | 80 |
| Senior Manager-Finance | 20 |
| Manager-Finance | 80 |
| Senior Manager-Financial Analyst | 10 |
| Manager-Financial Analyst | 40 |
| Senior Manager-Model Validator | 4 |
| Senior Manager-IT Risk Management | 1 |
| Senior Manager-Data Analyst | 2 |
| Senior Manager-Risk Management | 6 |
| Senior Manager-Climate Risk | 2 |
| Senior Manager-Forex Dealer | 4 |
| Senior Manager-Forex Dealer (Cross-Currency) | 1 |
| Senior Manager-Domestic Dealer – Rupee Derivatives | 1 |
| Senior Manager-Domestic Dealer – Equity / MFs | 1 |
| Senior Manager-Domestic Dealer – NSLR | 1 |
| Senior Manager-Domestic Dealer – SLR | 2 |
| Manager-Health Management | 5 |
| Manager-HR | 10 |
| Manager-Marketing | 10 |
| Assistant Manager-Security | 10 |
| Assistant Manager-Civil Engineer | 4 |
| Assistant Manager-Architect | 1 |
| Grand Total | 350 |
Salary Details
| Scale | Pay Scale (Basic Pay) |
|---|---|
| Scale-I | ₹48,480 – ₹85,920 |
| Scale-II | ₹64,820 – ₹93,960 |
| Scale-III | ₹85,920 – ₹1,05,280 |
Additional allowances such as DA, HRA, Perks, and other benefits will be applicable as per Bank rules.
Selection Process
The selection of candidates will be based on the following stages:
- Shortlisting of applications based on eligibility and experience.
- Online Examination (if conducted by the Bank).
- Interview and/or Group Discussion.
- Verification of documents and medical fitness.
The Bank reserves the right to decide the selection methodology, including the ratio for shortlisting candidates for the interview. The decision of the Bank in all matters relating to selection shall be final and binding.
How to Apply
Candidates must apply online through the official website. No other mode of application will be accepted.
- Visit the official website of Indian Bank.
- Navigate to the “Recruitment” or “Careers” section.
- Click on the link for “Recruitment of Specialist Officers – 2026”.
- Register using a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Fill in the online application form with personal, educational, and experience details.
- Upload scanned copies of photograph, signature, and required documents.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Submit the form and take a printout for future reference.
Note: A candidate can apply for only one post. Multiple applications will lead to cancellation.
Important Links
FAQs
1. What is the last date to apply for Indian Bank SO Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the online application is 28-04-2026.
2. What is the application fee for General category candidates?
The application fee for General / OBC / EWS candidates is Rs 850/-.
3. Can I apply for multiple posts in this recruitment?
No, a candidate can apply for only one post. Multiple applications will not be accepted.
4. What is the selection process for Specialist Officers?
The selection process involves shortlisting of applications followed by an Interview. The Bank may also conduct an Online Examination or Group Discussion if deemed necessary.