Bank of Baroda SO Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 206 Specialist Officer Vacancies

Quick Highlights

• Organisation: Bank of Baroda
• Advertisement No.: BOB/HRM/REC/ADVT/2026/15
• Post Name: Specialist Officer (22 posts across 6 departments)
• Total Vacancies: 206
• Mode of Application: Online
• Last Date to Apply: 26 August 2026

Important Dates

Candidates should note that the registration process is complete only once the application fee has been paid online on or before the closing date. Applications that are incomplete or where the fee payment has failed will not be considered valid.

Application Fee

The fee is non-refundable and has to be paid online through debit card, credit card, internet banking or UPI. Candidates are required to pay the fee irrespective of whether the online test is conducted or whether they are later shortlisted for interview.

Vacancy Details

The 206 vacancies are distributed across six departments as detailed below. Each department covers multiple posts at different officer grades, from Junior Management Grade (JMG/S-I) to Senior Management Grade (SMG/S-IV).

Category-Wise Reservation

Out of the total vacancies, 13 posts are reserved for persons with benchmark disabilities (PwBD), including 11 for Locomotor Disability and 2 for Hearing Impaired candidates. The number of vacancies, including reserved vacancies, is provisional and may change as per the bank's actual requirement.

Post-Wise Vacancy and Grade Details

Eligibility Criteria

The mandatory educational qualification and post-qualification work experience differ for each of the 22 posts. A summary of the essential requirements for the major post categories is given below; candidates should refer to the official notification for the complete department-wise qualification and experience details before applying.

• Digital Banking Posts: B.E./B.Tech in relevant streams (IT, Computer Science, Electronics) or MCA, with 3 to 6 years of relevant work experience in digital products or IT in a bank, BFSI, fintech or card network, depending on the post.
• Facility Management Posts (Civil/Electrical Engineer): BE/B.Tech or equivalent in Civil or Electrical Engineering, with 2 to 7 years of relevant work experience in construction, execution or monitoring of civil or electrical works, depending on the grade.
• Information Security Posts: Full-time BE/B.Tech in Computer Science/IT/Electronics or MCA/M.Sc./M.Tech, along with mandatory certifications such as CEH, CompTIA Security+, CCNA/CISA or CISSP/CISM/CISA, plus 3 to 6 years of relevant IT or information security experience.
• Manager - Security: Graduation in any discipline, along with a minimum of 5 years of commissioned service as an officer in the Army/Navy/Air Force, or equivalent service as a Class-I Gazetted Officer in the Police Force or Paramilitary Forces.
• Enterprise Data Management Posts: B.E./B.Tech/M.E./M.Tech, B.Sc./M.Sc., BCA/MCA or a related quantitative discipline, with 6 to 10 years of relevant experience in data science, data profiling, data quality analysis, or BI and dashboard development.
• Corporate Accounts and Taxation Posts: Chartered Accountant or ICWA for Manager/Senior Manager - Taxation and Accounts posts, with 2 to 5 years of relevant BFSI experience. For Chief Manager - Investor Relations, graduation in Economics or Commerce with a minimum of 8 years of experience in banking or reputed brokerage firms is required.

All educational qualifications must be from a university, institute or board recognised by the Government of India or approved regulatory bodies. Percentage of marks will be calculated as per the formula prescribed by the university or board; where CGPA is awarded, it must be converted to percentage in the online application.

Nationality

A candidate must be a citizen of India, or a subject of Nepal or Bhutan, or a Tibetan refugee who came to India before 1 January 1962 with the intention of settling permanently, or a person of Indian origin who has migrated from specified countries with the intention of permanently settling in India, subject to production of the necessary eligibility certificate from the Government of India where applicable.

Age Limit and Relaxation

The minimum and maximum age limits are specified separately for each of the 22 posts (as on 01.08.2026), ranging from 23 years to 43 years depending on the grade and position. Age relaxation is available as under wherever reservation roster points apply to a post.

There is no reservation for ex-servicemen in the Officers' cadre, and age relaxation for ex-servicemen applies only where they meet the specified conditions of military service.

Pay Scale

Salary and other emoluments will be governed by the industry-level bipartite settlement and Joint Note applicable to bank officers. Selected candidates will also be entitled to allowances and perquisites as per the bank's policies.

Selection Process

The selection process for Bank of Baroda SO recruitment 2026 may comprise application scrutiny, an online test, a psychometric test, a group discussion and/or a personal interview, depending on the post and the volume of applications received. The bank reserves the right to modify the selection method for any post at its sole discretion.

Online Examination Pattern

Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude and Professional Knowledge sections will be available bilingually in English and Hindi, while the English Language section will be in English only. Sections 1, 2 and 3 are qualifying in nature. There is a penalty of 0.25 marks for every wrong answer, while unattempted questions carry no penalty.

Candidates who qualify the online test, where conducted, will be shortlisted for a psychometric test and/or personal interview. The minimum qualifying marks for the interview stage are 60 percent for General and EWS category candidates and 55 percent for candidates from other reserved categories.

Probation and Service Bond

Selected candidates will be on probation for 12 months from the date of joining. Officers recruited in JMG/S-I must serve the bank for a minimum of 3 years or pay an amount equivalent to three months' gross salary, subject to a maximum of Rs.2 lakh, in case they leave before completing three years. Officers recruited in MMG/S-II, MMG/S-III or SMG/S-IV are subject to a similar 3-year service bond, with the payable amount capped at Rs.3 lakh.

How to Apply

1. Visit the official Bank of Baroda website and go to the Career section, then click on Current Opportunities to find the SO recruitment notification.
2. Register with a valid personal email ID and mobile number, then fill in the online application form carefully as no changes are allowed after submission.
3. Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, resume, and eligibility documents such as date of birth proof, educational certificates, category certificate and experience letters as per the specified format and size.
4. Pay the applicable application fee or intimation charges online through debit card, credit card, internet banking or UPI.
5. Verify all the details entered in the application form before clicking submit, then print the system-generated application form and e-receipt for future reference.

Candidates are advised to apply well before the closing date to avoid last-minute issues such as heavy internet traffic or website slowdown. Applications submitted through any mode other than online will not be accepted.

Documents Required

• Resume in PDF format
• Date of birth proof (10th marksheet or birth certificate)
• Educational mark sheets and certificates, including the final degree/diploma certificate
• Work experience certificates, wherever applicable
• Caste/category certificate, wherever applicable
• PWD certificate, wherever applicable
• Latest salary slip, wherever applicable
• Scanned passport-size photograph (4.5cm x 3.5cm) and signature as per the specified pixel and file-size guidelines

General Rules

• Only candidates willing to serve anywhere in India should apply, as selected candidates may be posted to any branch or office of the bank.
• Shortlisting and interview or selection will initially be provisional; final candidature is subject to verification of all details and documents with the originals.
• No change of category is permitted once submitted in the online application.
• Not more than one application should be submitted for a post; in case of multiple applications, only the last valid completed application will be retained.
• All correspondence, including call letters, will be sent only to the email ID registered in the online application form.
• Candidates serving in government, quasi-government or public sector organisations must produce a No Objection Certificate from their employer at the time of interview.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1. How Many Vacancies Are Available In Bank Of Baroda SO Recruitment 2026?

Bank of Baroda has announced a total of 206 vacancies for Specialist Officer posts across 22 positions in six departments, including Digital Banking, Facility Management, Information Security, Security, Enterprise Data Management Office, and Corporate Accounts and Taxation Planning.

Q2. What Is The Last Date To Apply For Bank Of Baroda SO Recruitment 2026?

The online application window opened on 06.08.2026 and candidates can submit their application along with the requisite fee up to 26.08.2026.

Q3. What Is The Application Fee For Bank Of Baroda SO Recruitment 2026?

General, EWS and OBC candidates have to pay Rs.850 inclusive of GST plus payment gateway charges. SC, ST, PWD, ESM/DESM and Women candidates have to pay Rs.175 inclusive of GST plus payment gateway charges as intimation charges.

Q4. What Is The Age Limit For Bank Of Baroda SO Recruitment 2026?

The age limit varies by post and grade, ranging from a minimum of 23 years to a maximum of 43 years as on 01.08.2026. Age relaxation is available for SC, ST, OBC-NCL, PwBD and eligible ex-servicemen candidates as per government norms.

Q5. What Is The Selection Process For Bank Of Baroda SO Recruitment 2026?

Selection may comprise application scrutiny, an online test, a psychometric test, and a personal interview or group discussion, depending on the post and the number of applications received. The bank reserves the right to change the selection process at its discretion.

Q6. Is There A Service Bond For Selected Candidates?

Yes, selected candidates must execute a service bond to serve the bank for a minimum of three years. Officers in JMG/S-I must pay up to Rs.2 lakh if they leave early, while officers in MMG/S-II, MMG/S-III and SMG/S-IV must pay up to Rs.3 lakh.

Q7. How Can Candidates Apply For Bank Of Baroda SO Recruitment 2026?

Candidates can apply only through the online mode on the official Bank of Baroda website under the Career section and Current Opportunities page. No other mode of application will be accepted.

Q8. Where Will The Selected Candidates Be Posted?

Selected candidates are liable to be posted at the bank's absolute discretion to any branch or office of Bank of Baroda anywhere in India, and only candidates willing to serve anywhere in India should apply.

Source

This article is based on the official Bank of Baroda recruitment notification (Advertisement No. BOB/HRM/REC/ADVT/2026/15) dated 06.08.2026, issued by the Chief General Manager - HRM, Bank of Baroda, Mumbai.

Disclaimer

This article is published for general informational purposes based on the official notification available at the time of writing. Candidates are advised to verify all details, including eligibility, dates and any subsequent corrigendum, from the official Bank of Baroda website before applying.