Central Bank of India has officially released a detailed recruitment notification for Specialist Officers on regular basis. This recruitment drive is for Foreign Exchange Officer (Scale III) and Marketing Officer (Scale I) posts and is a golden opportunity for experienced banking and BFSI professionals aiming for stable government bank careers with attractive pay, authority, and nationwide exposure.
The recruitment includes 350 total vacancies, online examination, interview, structured pay scales, and long-term career progression. Candidates must apply strictly through online mode within the notified dates.
This article explains everything in detail—eligibility, vacancies, salary, selection process, syllabus, exam pattern, application steps, common mistakes, and FAQs—so that no applicant faces confusion or rejection.
🔎 Quick Review – Central Bank of India SO Recruitment 2026
- Recruiting Organization: Central Bank of India
- Posts: Foreign Exchange Officer & Marketing Officer
- Category: Specialist Officer (Regular Basis)
- Total Vacancies: 350
- Online Application Start Date: 20 January 2026
- Last Date to Apply: 03 February 2026
- Exam Mode: Online (CBT)
- Selection Process: Online Test + Interview
- Job Location: Anywhere in India
- Official Website: centralbankofindia.bank.in
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📌 Vacancy Details (Post-Wise & Scale-Wise)
✔ Foreign Exchange Officer – MMG Scale III
- Total Vacancies: 50
- Pay Level: Senior Manager
- Role: Trade Finance, Forex Operations, Treasury, Compliance
✔ Marketing Officer – JMG Scale I
- Total Vacancies: 300
- Pay Level: Assistant Manager
- Role: Field-based business mobilization (BFSI marketing)
Total Vacancies: 350
Reservations are applicable for SC, ST, OBC, EWS, and PwBD categories as per Government of India norms.
🎓 Eligibility Criteria (As on 01 January 2026)
🧑💼 Foreign Exchange Officer – Scale III
Educational Qualification
- Full-time Graduation (any discipline) from AICTE/UGC approved institution
- Preference: CA / CFA / MBA (Finance/International Business)
Mandatory Certification
- IIBF Certificate in Foreign Exchange Operations
Experience
- Minimum 5 years as Officer in Scheduled Commercial Bank
- At least 3 years in Forex / Trade Finance
- NBFC, RRB, Cooperative Bank experience not eligible
Age Limit
- Minimum: 25 Years
- Maximum: 35 Years (Relaxation applicable)
📈 Marketing Officer – Scale I
Educational Qualification
- Graduation + 2-year Full-Time MBA/PGDM (Marketing specialization)
Experience
- Minimum 2 years post-qualification
- At least 1 year continuous marketing experience in BFSI
- Must be currently working in marketing role
Age Limit
- Minimum: 22 Years
- Maximum: 30 Years
🎂 Age Relaxation Rules
- SC / ST: +5 Years
- OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): +3 Years
- PwBD: +10 Years
- Ex-Servicemen & 1984 Riot Victims: As per GOI norms
Maximum permissible age (including relaxation): 56 years
💰 Salary & Pay Scale (Official)
💼 Scale III – Senior Manager
- ₹85,920 – ₹1,05,280 (Basic + Increments)
💼 Scale I – Assistant Manager
- ₹48,480 – ₹85,920 (Basic + Increments)
Additional benefits include:
- DA, HRA, CCA
- Medical insurance
- Leave Travel Concessions
- Pension & Gratuity
- Performance incentives
📝 Selection Process Explained Clearly
Stage 1: Online Written Examination
- Total Questions: 100
- Total Marks: 100
- Duration: 60 Minutes
- No negative marking
Sections
- Stream/Category Specific – 70 Marks
- Banking, Economy & GA – 30 Marks
Stage 2: Interview
- Total Marks: 100
Final Merit Weightage
- Written Exam: 70%
- Interview: 30%
📚 Exam Syllabus (Post-Specific)
Forex Officer
- Trade Finance (LCs, BGs, Bills)
- FEMA & RBI Guidelines
- Export-Import Documentation
- Treasury & Nostro Accounts
- Forex Risk & Hedging
Marketing Officer
- BFSI Products
- Sales & Distribution
- Customer Acquisition
- Digital & Field Marketing
- Banking Awareness
🧾 Application Fee
- SC / ST / PwBD / Women: ₹175
- All Other Candidates: ₹850
- Mode: Online only (Debit/Credit/UPI/Net Banking)
🖥️ How to Apply Online (Step-by-Step)
- Visit official website → Career section
- Click “Apply Online – SO Recruitment 2026”
- Complete registration (email & mobile mandatory)
- Upload photo, signature, thumb impression & declaration
- Pay application fee
- Submit & download application + e-receipt
Important: Multiple applications lead to rejection.
⚠️ Common Problems & How to Avoid Them
✔ Upload documents strictly as per size & format
✔ Ensure CIC credit score ≥ 650
✔ Experience must be post-qualification
✔ OBC candidates must submit Non-Creamy Layer certificate
✔ PwBD certificates must be as per RPwD Act, 2016
✔ Do not wait for last date (payment failures common)
📍 Exam Centres (Pan-India)
Exam centres are available across all major states, including:
- Odisha (Bhubaneswar, Sambalpur)
- Maharashtra (Mumbai, Pune, Nagpur)
- Delhi NCR
- Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Karnataka
- Northeast states
Exact centre details will be mentioned in call letter.
📄 Official Notification & Updates
All updates, corrigendum, exam dates, and results will be published only on the official website. No individual communication will be sent.
🌐 Important Links
✅ Official Link to Apply Online for Central Bank of India Specialist Officer Recruitment 2026 ✅
- Download Official Notification Pdf Here
- Official Website: centralbank.bank.in
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✅ Final Words for Applicants
This recruitment is not for freshers, but for serious professionals aiming to transition into stable, high-authority government banking roles. If you meet eligibility, apply early, prepare smartly, and ensure documentation accuracy.
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