SBI Invites Online Applications for 6 Specialist Cadre Officer Posts on Fixed Term Employment Basis, Apply by 09.11.2026
State Bank of India (SBI) has invited online applications from eligible Indian citizens for engagement as Specialist Cadre Officers (SCO) on a fixed term employment basis, under advertisement number CRPD/SCO/2026-27/30.
Last Date: 9 Nov 2026
1 days remaining - apply before the application window closes.
6 posts
All India
Editorial Summary
About This Recruitment
The recruitment covers six senior and specialist posts: one General Manager & Chief AI Officer, three Deputy General Manager (DGM) posts covering Risk and Operational Analytics, AI Governance and Compliance, and Data Engineering with Model Application Development and AI Ops, one AI Solution Architect, and one Enterprise AI Architect.
Each post carries a single unreserved vacancy. These roles are intended for professionals with substantial experience in banking, BFSI, or information technology, particularly in artificial intelligence, analytics, governance, and technology architecture.
Eligibility for both age and qualification will be assessed as on 30 September 2026.
Experience requirements vary by post, ranging from a minimum of 8 years for the AI Solution Architect and Enterprise AI Architect posts to 15 or more years for the GM & Chief AI Officer post, with specified years of senior leadership experience required in each case.
Online registration and fee payment are open from 19 October 2026 to 9 November 2026, through the official SBI careers portal only.
Selection will involve document verification, an interview if called, and other formalities such as medical examination and verification of antecedents.
The bank reserves the right to modify vacancy numbers or cancel the process at any stage, and all updates will be published only on the SBI careers website.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- GM & Chief AI Officer: B.E./B.Tech/M.Tech in Computer Science, IT, Electronics, Electrical & Electronics, Electronics & Communication or equivalent; M.Sc (Statistics/Computer Science), MA (Statistics), M.Stat or MCA from a recognized university/institution
- DGM posts (Risk and Operational Analytics; AI Governance and Compliance; Data Engineering, Model Application Dev and AI Ops): As per the notification's post-wise qualification details
- AI Solution Architect: Bachelor's/Master's degree in Computer Science, IT, Data Science, AI, Business Administration, Management or a related discipline
- Enterprise AI Architect: Bachelor's/Master's degree in Computer Science, IT, Engineering, Data Science, AI or equivalent
Experience
- GM & Chief AI Officer: Minimum 15+ years in Banking/BFSI/IT, including at least 3+ years of senior leadership experience in AI, Analytics, model oversight, governance and business transformation (individual contributor experience does not count)
- DGM (Risk and Operational Analytics): Minimum 10+ years in Banking/BFSI/IT, including at least 2+ years in a senior leadership role in risk analytics, operational analytics, AI/ML model oversight, model governance and business transformation
- DGM (AI Governance and Compliance): Minimum 10+ years in Banking/BFSI/IT, including at least 2+ years in a senior leadership role in AI governance, responsible AI, model risk management, regulatory compliance, data privacy, information security or technology risk
- DGM (Data Engineering, Model Application Dev and AI Ops): Minimum 10+ years in Banking/BFSI/IT, including at least 2+ years in a senior leadership role in data engineering, AI/ML application development, MLOps/AI Ops, enterprise integration and technology transformation
- AI Solution Architect: Minimum 8 years overall, including at least 3 years in AI/analytics solutioning, digital transformation, technology consulting or solution architecture
- Enterprise AI Architect: Minimum 8 years overall technology experience, including at least 3 years in enterprise, platform, data or AI architecture
Age Limit (as on 30.09.2026)
- GM & Chief AI Officer: 40-55 years
- DGM posts: 35-50 years
- AI Solution Architect: 30-45 years
- Enterprise AI Architect: 30-45 years
Age Relaxation: Candidates seeking age relaxation must submit a valid certificate from the Competent Authority in the prescribed format at document verification
Nationality: Eligible Indian citizens
Other Conditions: Candidates with adverse reports on character, antecedents or moral turpitude are not eligible. Candidates may apply for only one post.
Important Dates
How to Apply Online
- 1Read the official notification carefully and confirm eligibility for the post as on 30.09.2026.
- 2Visit the SBI careers page and apply online through the apply link between 19.10.2026 and 09.11.2026.
- 3Register with a valid email ID and active mobile number, and fill in the application form accurately. Corrections are not allowed after the window closes.
- 4Upload all required documents, including resume, ID proof, age proof, educational qualification, experience proof, and caste or PwBD certificate where applicable.
- 5Pay the application fee online on or before 09.11.2026. Registration is complete only after successful fee payment.
- 6Keep a copy of the submitted application and check the SBI careers website regularly for updates, schedules and shortlists.
Post-Wise Distribution
Selection Process
Shortlisting is provisional and subject to document verification. Candidates may be called for interview at a venue decided by the Bank. Selected candidates must complete eligibility verification, reference checks, medical examination and antecedent verification. Merit ties at the cut-off are ranked by age in descending order.
Documents Required
FAQs
How many vacancies are available in this SBI SCO recruitment?
There are six vacancies in total, one each for GM & Chief AI Officer, three DGM posts, AI Solution Architect, and Enterprise AI Architect, all unreserved.
What is the last date to apply for these posts?
Online registration and fee payment close on 9 November 2026. The application window opened on 19 October 2026.
What is the cut-off date for determining age and qualification?
Eligibility for both age and educational qualification is assessed as on 30 September 2026.
Where should candidates submit their application?
Applications must be submitted only through the official SBI careers portal. Hard copies are not accepted.
What is the age limit for the GM & Chief AI Officer post?
Candidates must be between 40 and 55 years of age as on 30 September 2026 for this post.
Can a candidate apply for more than one post in this notification?
No, the notification states that candidates may apply for only one post.
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