SBI Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 6 Specialist Cadre Officer Posts
State Bank of India (SBI), Central Recruitment & Promotion Department, has released Advertisement No. CRPD/SCO/2026-27/30 for the engagement of Specialist Cadre Officers on a fixed-term basis. The recruitment includes 6 vacancies for senior AI, analytics, data engineering and AI architecture professionals. Eligible candidates can apply online from 19 October to 9 November 2026 through the official SBI Careers website.
SBI Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | State Bank of India (SBI) |
| Department | Central Recruitment & Promotion Department |
| Advertisement Number | CRPD/SCO/2026-27/30 |
| Post Names | GM & Chief AI Officer, DGM and AI Architect posts |
| Total Vacancies | 6 |
| Job Type | Fixed-Term Employment |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 19 October 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 9 November 2026 |
| Age Cut-off Date | 30 September 2026 |
| Salary | Annual CTC up to ₹160 lakh, depending on the post |
| Job Location | Mumbai or anywhere in India, as required |
| Official Website | https://sbi.bank.in/ |
SBI Vacancy Details 2026
SBI has announced 6 vacancies for the following Specialist Cadre Officer posts.
| Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| GM & Chief AI Officer | 1 |
| DGM – Risk and Operational Analytics | 1 |
| DGM – AI Governance and Compliance | 1 |
| DGM – Data Engineering, Model Application Development and AI Ops | 1 |
| AI Solution Architect | 1 |
| Enterprise AI Architect | 1 |
| Total | 6 |
All 6 vacancies are listed under the Unreserved (UR) category in the notification.
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must satisfy the educational qualification, professional experience and age requirements applicable to their chosen post. The eligibility cut-off date is 30 September 2026.
Educational Qualification and Experience
GM & Chief AI Officer
- Relevant qualifications include B.E., B.Tech., M.Tech., M.Sc. in Statistics or Computer Science, M.A. in Statistics, M.Stat. or MCA in the specified disciplines.
- Minimum 15 years of experience in Banking, BFSI or the Information Technology sector.
- At least 3 years of senior leadership experience in AI, analytics, model oversight, governance and business transformation.
DGM – Risk and Operational Analytics
- Relevant technical or quantitative qualifications, including specified engineering degrees, postgraduate qualifications in Statistics or Computer Science, M.Stat. or MCA.
- Minimum 10 years of relevant sector experience, including at least 2 years in a senior leadership role involving risk analytics, operational analytics, AI/ML oversight or related areas.
DGM – AI Governance and Compliance
- Relevant qualifications in specified engineering, Statistics, Computer Science or MCA disciplines.
- Minimum 10 years of experience in Banking, BFSI or IT, including at least 2 years in a senior leadership role involving AI governance, model risk, regulatory compliance, data privacy, information security or technology risk.
DGM – Data Engineering, Model Application Development and AI Ops
- Relevant qualifications in specified engineering, Statistics, Computer Science or MCA disciplines.
- Minimum 10 years of relevant sector experience, including at least 2 years in a senior leadership role involving data engineering, AI/ML application development, MLOps/AI Ops or enterprise technology transformation.
AI Solution Architect
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Data Science, AI, Business Administration, Management or a related discipline.
- Minimum 8 years of overall experience, including at least 3 years in AI/analytics solutioning, digital transformation, technology consulting or solution architecture.
Enterprise AI Architect
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, Data Science, AI or an equivalent discipline.
- Minimum 8 years of technology experience, including at least 3 years in enterprise, platform, data or AI architecture.
Candidates should read the official notification for the complete post-wise mandatory qualifications, preferred qualifications, technical skills and experience requirements before applying.
Age Limit
| Post | Age Limit as on 30 September 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 |
Applicable age relaxation, if any, is subject to the official notification and eligibility rules.
Salary and Contract Period
The advertised annual Cost to Company (CTC) upper ranges are:
| Post | Annual CTC Upper Range |
|---|---|
| GM & Chief AI Officer | ₹160 lakh |
| DGM posts | ₹120 lakh |
| AI Solution Architect | ₹90 lakh |
| Enterprise AI Architect | ₹90 lakh |
The actual CTC is negotiable and depends on the candidate’s experience, current remuneration and place of posting. The remuneration includes fixed and variable components as specified by SBI.
The initial engagement period is 3 years, which may be renewed for up to 2 additional years at the Bank’s discretion, subject to a maximum total engagement period of 5 years.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / EWS / OBC | ₹750 |
| SC / ST / PwBD | Nil |
The application fee is non-refundable. Candidates should confirm the applicable fee and payment instructions in the official notification.
Selection Process
The selection process consists of:
- Shortlisting based on the prescribed criteria
- Interview
- CTC negotiation
For the GM & Chief AI Officer and DGM posts, shortlisted candidates must also give a 10-minute presentation on relevant job profiles, projects or achievements as specified in the notification. The final merit list is based on interview scores.
How to Apply for SBI Recruitment 2026
Eligible candidates can follow these steps to submit an online application:
- Visit the official SBI Careers – Current Openings page.
- Find Advertisement No. CRPD/SCO/2026-27/30 for Specialist Cadre Officers on a fixed-term employment basis.
- Read the official advertisement carefully and confirm that you meet the eligibility criteria for the selected post.
- Open the online application link and complete the registration and application form.
- Upload the required photograph, signature, biodata, resume, identity proof, educational certificates, experience certificates and other applicable documents.
- Upload the required CTC negotiation form and supporting documents, as applicable.
- Pay the application fee, if required, through the online payment gateway.
- Submit the application before the closing date and save a copy of the submitted form and payment receipt.
Candidates are advised to apply for only one post and submit accurate information with the required supporting documents.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification / Application Start Date | 19 October 2026 |
| Eligibility Cut-off Date | 30 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 9 November 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 9 November 2026 |
| Interview Schedule | To be announced by SBI |
Important Links
| Link Description | URL |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | SBI Online Application Portal |
| Official Notification PDF | Download SBI Advertisement CRPD/SCO/2026-27/30 |
| Official Careers Page | SBI Current Openings |
| Official Website | State Bank of India |
About State Bank of India
State Bank of India is a major public sector bank in India that provides banking and financial services to individuals, businesses and institutions. Through its Specialist Cadre Officer recruitment, SBI engages professionals with specialized expertise to support areas such as technology, artificial intelligence, analytics, risk management and digital transformation.
Disclaimer
This post is based on the official notification. Candidates must verify all details from the official website before applying.