State Bank of India (SBI) has released the SBI SCO Notification 2026 for the recruitment of Specialist Cadre Officers (SCO). The bank aims to fill 116 vacancies for key positions including Assistant Vice President (AVP) and Deputy Manager roles in areas such as Information Systems (IS) Audit and Chartered Accountant (CA) Internal Audit. According to the official notification PDF released in February 2026, the recruitment drive aims to fill a total of 993 vacancies. The online application process will commence on March 1, 2026, and will remain active until March 31, 2026. This article provides a comprehensive overview of the vacancy details, eligibility criteria, selection process, and step-by-step application instructions.
SBI SCO Recruitment 2026
| Organization | State Bank of India (SBI) |
| Advt. No | CRPD/SCO/2025-26/27 |
| Post Names | Assistant Vice President (IS Audit), Deputy Manager (IS Audit) |
| Total Vacancies | 116 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Last Date | 15th March 2026 |
| Official Website | sbi.co.in |
SCO Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification:
- For IS Audit roles (AVP/Deputy Manager): BE/B.Tech/B.Sc in Computer Science/IT/Electronics (minimum 50% marks), or BCA/MCA, or M.Tech/M.Sc in relevant fields.
- For Deputy Manager (CA – Internal Audit): Chartered Accountant (CA) qualification.
Age Limit (as on 31 January 2026):
- AVP: 27–45 years
- Deputy Manager: 25–35 years Age relaxation applies as per Government of India norms for reserved categories.
Selection Process
The selection involves:
- Shortlisting based on eligibility, qualifications, experience, and uploaded documents.
- Interview (may include CTC negotiation for contractual roles). No written exam is mentioned; emphasis is on expertise and professional background.
Post-Wise Details
A total of 116 vacancies have been announced across three distinct roles. Here is the detailed breakdown:
| Post Name | Number of Vacancies | Type of Employment |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant Vice President (IS Audit) | 12 | Contractual (3 Years, extendable to 5) |
| Deputy Manager (IS Audit) | 43 | Regular (MMGS-II Grade) |
| Deputy Manager (CA – Internal Audit) | 61 | Regular (MMGS-II Grade) |
| Total | 116 |
How to Apply for SBI SCO Apply Online 2026
- Visit the official SBI careers portal: https://sbi.co.in/web/careers
- Locate Advertisement No. CRPD/SCO/2025-26/27.
- Read the detailed notification carefully.
- Register and fill the online application form.
- Upload required documents (resume, biodata, proofs, etc.).
- Pay the application fee online (if applicable; details in notification).
- Submit and save/print the confirmation for reference.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: How many total vacancies are announced in SBI SCO Notification 2026?
A: A total of 116 vacancies have been announced.
Q2: What is the last date to apply for SBI SCO 2026?
A: The last date to submit the online application is 15th March 2026.
Important Links
| Notification | Check Here |
| Apply Link | Check Here |
