Bank of India SO Recruitment 2026 Notification: Bank of India (BOI), a leading Public Sector Bank with its Head Office in Mumbai, has published an official recruitment notice (Project No. 2026-27/02) for the appointment of Specialist Officers across multiple specialized streams. The bank is inviting online applications from eligible and qualified Indian professionals to fill 205 vacancies across Junior Management Grade Scale I (JMGS-I), Middle Management Grade Scale II (MMGS-II), Middle Management Grade Scale III (MMGS-III), and Senior Management Grade Scale IV (SMGS-IV). The recruitment encompasses high-demand positions in Information Technology, Digital Platforms, Information Security, Law, Credit, Civil Engineering, and Security.
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Recent Updates
The online application window opens from September 10, 2026, to September 25, 2026 on the official Bank of India portal.Bank of India SO Recruitment 2026: Overview
The Bank of India has announced 205 Specialist Officer vacancies across 48 posts, covering Scale I to Scale IV. The vacancies include positions in technology, digital banking, information security, data engineering, law, fire safety, civil engineering and other specialist areas. The online application process begins on September 10, 2026, and candidates can apply until September 25, 2026.
| Recruiting Organization | Bank of India (BOI) |
| Project Number | Project No. 2026-27/02 Notice dated 01.08.2026 |
| Post Name | Specialist Officers (Scale I, II, III & IV) |
| Total Vacancies | 205 Posts |
| Job Nature | Regular Basis |
| Job Location | Anywhere in India (Transferable) |
| Selection Mode | Online Examination & Personal Interview (Weightage: 60:40) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | bankofindia.bank.in |
Bank of India SO 2026 Notification – Important Dates
| Event / Activity | Scheduled Dates |
| Notice Issue Date | August 1, 2026 |
| Commencement of Online Application | September 10, 2026 |
| Last Date for Submission of Online Application & Fee | September 25, 2026 |
| Crucial Date for Age & Qualifications | August 1, 2026 |
| Online Examination Date | To be advised separately |
BIO SO Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details
Bank of India has released 205 Specialist Officer positions spanning four management scales in specialized technology, law, civil, and security verticals. Candidates are permitted to apply for only one post under this recruitment drive.
| Scale / Cadre | Post Level | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | GEN | Total Posts | PwBD (Horizontal) |
| Senior Management Grade Scale IV (SMGS-IV) | Scale IV | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 6 | 10 | 1 |
| Middle Management Grade Scale III (MMGS-III) | Scale III | 7 | 3 | 13 | 4 | 22 | 49 | 2 |
| Middle Management Grade Scale II (MMGS-II) | Scale II | 17 | 8 | 31 | 11 | 51 | 118 | 4 |
| Junior Management Grade Scale I (JMGS-I) | Scale I | 4 | 2 | 7 | 2 | 13 | 28 | 1 |
| Total Vacancies | — | 29 | 13 | 53 | 18 | 92 | 205 | 8 |
Major Posts by Scale
- Scale IV (Chief Manager): Full-Stack Engineering, Digital Platforms, Supply Chain & Trade Finance Technology, Digital Banking Operations, IT Procurement, IT Officer (CISA/CISM/CISSP), and Information Security.
- Scale III (Senior Manager): Full-Stack Engineering, Digital Platforms, Finacle Support, Infrastructure Operations, Solution Architecture, Data Engineering, API Governance, DevSecOps, Database Administration, Network, and Information Security.
- Scale II (Manager): Full-Stack Engineering, Application Support, IT System Administrator, Automation/Performance Testing, IT Project Manager, Business Analysis, Data Analytics, UI/UX Design, Law Officers, Fire Officer, and Security Officer.
- Scale I (Officer): Full-Stack Engineering, Application Support, Data Analytics, QA & Test Engineering, Information Security, and Civil Engineer.
Educational Qualification & Eligibility Criteria (As on 01.08.2026)
- IT & Specialized Technical Posts (Scale I to IV): Full-time Engineering Degree (B.E. / B.Tech) in Computer Science, Information Technology, Electronics & Communication, or MCA / M.Sc. (Computer Science/IT) with a minimum of 60% marks (55% for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD). Relevant post-qualification executive experience and specialized professional certifications (such as CISA, CISM, CISSP, CEH, CCNA/CCNP, Oracle OCP, or AWS/Azure) are required according to the scale applied.
- Law Officer (Scale II): Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LL.B.) from a recognized university along with required legal practice or banking legal experience.
- Civil Engineer (Scale I): Full-time Degree in Civil Engineering with minimum 60% marks (55% for reserved categories) and relevant site/structural engineering experience.
- Fire Officer (Scale II): Degree in Fire Engineering or equivalent qualification with requisite domain experience.
- Security Officer (Scale II): Graduation with experience as a commissioned officer in the Armed Forces or equivalent rank in Paramilitary/Police services.
Salary, Scale of Pay & Security Deposit
Selected officers will receive basic pay in the revised pay scales along with standard Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA) / Leased Accommodation, City Compensatory Allowance (CCA), and medical benefits as per Bipartite Settlement / Bank rules:
| Grade / Scale | Scale of Basic Pay (in ₹) |
| JMGS-I (Scale I) | ₹48,480 – 2,000 (7) – 62,480 – 2,340 (2) – 67,160 – 2,680 (7) – ₹85,920/- |
| MMGS-II (Scale II) | ₹64,820 – 2,340 (1) – 67,160 – 2,680 (10) – ₹93,960/- |
| MMGS-III (Scale III) | ₹85,920 – 2,680 (5) – 99,320 – 2,980 (2) – ₹1,05,280/- |
| SMGS-IV (Scale IV) | ₹1,02,300 – 2,980 (4) – 1,14,220 – 3,360 (2) – ₹1,20,940/- |
Refundable Security Deposit
Selected candidates must deposit a security deposit at joining, which is refundable after completing 3 years of satisfactory service (forfeited if leaving prior to 3 years):
- Officers in JMGS-I: ₹1,00,000/-
- Officers in MMGS-II: ₹2,00,000/-
- Officers in MMGS-III & Above: ₹3,00,000/-
Age Limit (As on 01.08.2026)
- Scale I Posts: 21 to 30 Years (25 to 30 Years for Civil Engineer)
- Scale II Posts: 25 to 35 Years (25 to 30 Years for Law Officer; 25 to 32 Years for Info Security)
- Scale III Posts: 28 to 37 Years (28 to 40 Years for CISA/CISM IT Officer)
- Scale IV Posts: 28 to 40 Years (28 to 42 Years for CISA/CISM; 32 to 42 Years for Info Security)
- Upper Age Relaxations:
- SC / ST Candidates: 5 Years
- OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 Years
- Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD): 10 Years
- Ex-Servicemen / Commissioned Officers: 5 Years
- 1984 Riot Affected Persons: 5 Years
Selection Process & Exam Pattern
The selection process is structured through an Online Examination and Personal Interview, or via Direct Interview depending on the total volume of eligible applicants:
- Final Merit Weightage: 60% Online Test + 40% Personal Interview.
- Online Examination Pattern (Duration: Composite 100 Minutes):
- English Language: 25 Questions (25 Marks) – Qualifying nature only (marks not added to merit).
- Professional Knowledge: 100 Questions (100 Marks) – Marks counted for merit ranking.
- Marking Scheme: Negative marking of 1/4th (0.25) mark for every incorrect attempt.
- Minimum Qualifying Marks: 35% for General/EWS candidates (30% for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD) in each section of the Online Exam.
- Personal Interview (100 Marks): Shortlisted candidates will be called in a 1:3 ratio. Minimum qualifying marks in the interview are 50% for General/EWS and 45% for reserved categories.
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee & Intimation Charges |
| General / OBC / EWS Candidates | ₹1,180/- (Application Fee + Intimation Charges with GST) |
| SC / ST / PwBD Candidates | ₹175/- (Intimation Charges only with GST) |
Note: Application fee is non-refundable and must be paid online through integrated digital payment gateways (Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, Cash Cards, QR, or UPI).
How to Apply
- Visit the official website of Bank of India at
www.bankofindia.bank.in. - Click on the “CAREER” link on the homepage and select “Recruitment of Officers in various streams upto Scale IV – Project No. 2026-27/02”.
- Click on “APPLY ONLINE” and choose “Click here for New Registration” to generate your Provisional Registration Number and Password.
- Log in and fill out personal information, contact address, educational qualifications, and chronological post-qualification work experience details.
- Upload mandatory scanned files as per specifications:
- Recent colour photograph (20–50 KB, JPG/JPEG) and complete the Live Photo capture.
- Scanned signature in black ink (10–20 KB, not in capital letters).
- Left Thumb Impression (20–50 KB, JPG/JPEG).
- Handwritten Declaration in English (50–100 KB, JPG/JPEG).
- Educational degree certificates, mandatory professional certifications, and experience proofs.
- Click on “Preview” to verify all details before clicking “COMPLETE REGISTRATION”.
- Proceed to the “Payment” tab and pay the application fee online.
- Submit the application before September 25, 2026, and download/print the system-generated application form and e-receipt for future reference.
Important Links
| Bank of India SO Recruitment 2026 Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Bank of India SO Recruitment 2026 Apply Online Link | Click Here  |
| Bank of India Official Website | |
| BOI Careers & Recruitment Portal | |
| Corporate Head Office Address | Star House, Plot C-5, “G” Block, BKC, Bandra (East), Mumbai – 400051 |
