BOI has released the Bank of India SO Recruitment 2026 notification for 205 vacancies at its official website. The recruitment drive is for Specialist Officers across Scale I (Officer/Junior Management), Scale II (Manager/Middle Management), Scale III (Senior Manager) and Scale IV (Chief Manager/Senior Management), covering streams such as Full-Stack Engineering, Digital Platforms, Information Security, Data Engineering, Law, Fire Safety and more.
Online applications are being accepted through the bank’s official website. The application process starts on 10th Sep 2026, while the last date to submit the online form is 25th Sep 2026. Candidates should check the post-wise eligibility, age limit, salary, vacancy and selection process before applying.
BOI SO Recruitment 2026 Out
The Bank of India SO Recruitment 2026 has been announced for a total of 205 vacancies across four scales — Scale I (28), Scale II (118), Scale III (49) and Scale IV (10). Applications must be submitted online through the bank’s website.
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Bank of India (BOI) |
| Recruitment Name | Recruitment of Officers in Various Streams upto Scale IV |
| Project Number | 2026-27/02, Notice dated 01.08.2026 |
| Post Names | Chief Manager, Senior Manager, Manager, Officer (Specialist streams: Full-Stack Engineering, Digital Platforms, Information Security, Data Engineering, Law, Fire Safety, Civil Engineering, etc.) |
| Total Vacancies | 205 (Scale I: 28, Scale II: 118, Scale III: 49, Scale IV: 10) |
| Job Location | Anywhere in India |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Relevant Date for Age & Qualification | 01.08.2026 |
| Application Start Date | 10th Sep 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 25th Sep 2026 |
| Online Examination Date | To be advised separately |
| Selection Process | Online Test and/or Personal Interview |
| Official Portal | www.bankofindia.bank.in (Career section) |
Bank of India Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF
Bank of India has issued the BOI SO recruitment notification under Project No. 2026-27/02 for Specialist Officer posts across Scale I to Scale IV. Candidates should read the notification carefully before submitting the application form, as eligibility conditions (age, qualification, experience) vary by post and are detailed in Annexure-I of the notice.
The Bank of India SO notification clarifies that the vacancies mentioned are inclusive of backlog and are provisional, and may vary according to the bank’s actual requirements. The post/designation names are indicative of the respective scale and do not confer any special advantage; the bank reserves the right to change post names/designations at any time.
Bank of India Vacancy 2026
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Scale IV – Chief Manager (10 Posts)
Posts include Chief Manager – Full-Stack Engineering, Digital Platforms, Supply Chain & Trade Finance Technology, Digital Banking Operations, IT Procurement/Contracts & SLA Management, IT Officer (CISA/CISM/CISSP), and Information Security.
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| SC | 1 |
| ST | 2 |
| OBC | 1 |
| General (GEN) | 6 |
| Total | 10 |
| Out of which PwBD (OC) | 1 |
Scale III – Senior Manager (49 Posts)
Posts include Senior Manager – Full-Stack Engineering, Digital Platforms, Finacle Application Support, Infrastructure Operations, Solution & Technology Architecture, Data Engineering, API Governance & Security, DevSecOps Engineering, IT Procurement Specialist, Database Administration, Information Security, and IT Officer (CISA/CISM/CISSP).
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| SC | 7 |
| ST | 3 |
| OBC | 13 |
| EWS | 4 |
| General (GEN) | 22 |
| Total | 49 |
| Out of which PwBD (HI/VI) | 2 |
Scale II – Manager (118 Posts)
Posts include Manager – Full-Stack Engineering, BRE/LOS/Decisioning Engineering, Digital Platforms, Application Support & Operations, Infrastructure Operations, IT System Administrator, Performance Testing, Automation Testing, IT Procurement Specialist, IT Project Manager, Business Analysis, Data Analytics, DevSecOps Engineering, UI/UX Design, Emerging Technology & Innovation, Solution & Technology Architecture, Database Administration, Information Security, IT Officer (CISA/CISM/CISSP), Law Officer, Fire Officer, and Security Officer.
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| SC | 17 |
| ST | 8 |
| OBC | 31 |
| EWS | 11 |
| General (GEN) | 51 |
| Total | 118 |
| Out of which PwBD (HI/VI/OC/ID) | 5 |
Scale I – Officer (28 Posts)
Posts include Officer – Full-Stack Engineering, Application Support & Operations, Data Analytics, Data Engineering, QA & Test Engineering, Information Security, and Civil Engineer.
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| SC | 4 |
| ST | 2 |
| OBC | 7 |
| EWS | 2 |
| General (GEN) | 13 |
| Total | 28 |
| Out of which PwBD | 1 |
BOI SO Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Relevant Date for Age and Qualification | 01.08.2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 10th Sep 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 25th Sep 2026 |
| Payment of Fee/Intimation Charges | 10.09.2026 to 25.09.2026 |
| Online Examination Date | To be advised separately |
Bank of India SO Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Candidates applying for Bank of India SO Recruitment 2026 must satisfy the age, educational qualification and post-qualification experience prescribed for the respective post (as detailed in Annexure-I of the notification), computed as on 01.08.2026. Broadly:
| Scale | Approximate Age Range Across Posts |
|---|---|
| Scale I (Officer) | 21–30 years |
| Scale II (Manager) | 25–35 years (Law Officers: 25–30 years; Information Security: 25–32 years; IT Officer with CISA/CISM/CISSP: 27–35 years) |
| Scale III (Senior Manager) | 28–37 years (IT Officer with CISA/CISM/CISSP: 28–40 years) |
| Scale IV (Chief Manager) | 28–40 years (IT Officer with CISA/CISM/CISSP: 28–42 years; Information Security: 32–42 years) |
Candidates belonging to reserved categories (SC/ST/OBC/PWD) applying against reserved vacancies are entitled to a relaxation of 5% wherever a minimum of 60% marks is stipulated (i.e., they need a minimum of 55% marks). Candidates who previously held a similar post in Bank of India are not eligible to apply. A candidate can apply for only one post; in case of multiple applications, only the latest valid application is retained.
Bank of India SO Recruitment 2026 Age Relaxation
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 years |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) | 10 years |
| Ex-Servicemen (as defined) | 5 years |
| Persons affected by 1984 riots | 5 years |
Bank of India SO Recruitment 2026 Salary
Selected candidates will be placed in the following pay scale, along with other admissible allowances and perquisites.
| Scale/Grade | Scale of Pay (₹) |
|---|---|
| JMGS-I | 48,480 – 2,000(7) – 62,480 – 2,340(2) – 67,160 – 2,680(7) – 85,920 |
| MMGS-II | 64,820 – 2,340(1) – 67,160 – 2,680(10) – 93,960 |
| MMGS-III | 85,920 – 2,680(5) – 99,320 – 2,980(2) – 1,05,280 |
| SMGS-IV | 1,02,300 – 2,980(4) – 1,14,220 – 3,360(2) – 1,20,940 |
Bank of India SO Recruitment 2026 Security Deposit
Selected candidates must deposit a specified, refundable security amount, returnable after 3 years of satisfactory service. The amount is forfeited if the candidate leaves the bank before completing 3 years.
| Scale | Security Deposit |
|---|---|
| Officers in JMGS-I | ₹1,00,000/- |
| Officers in MMGS-II | ₹2,00,000/- |
| Officers in MMGS-III & above | ₹3,00,000/- |
BOI SO Recruitment 2026 Application Fee
Candidates must pay the prescribed, non-refundable application fee/intimation charges online between 10.09.2026 and 25.09.2026.
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| SC/ST/PWD | ₹175/- (intimation charges only, inclusive of GST) |
| General/EWS/OBC | ₹1,180/- (application fee + intimation charges, inclusive of GST) |
Bank transaction charges for online payment must be borne by the candidate.
How to Apply for Bank of India Recruitment 2026?
Applications for Bank of India Recruitment 2026 must be submitted online through the bank’s official website.
- Visit www.bankofindia.bank.in and click on “CAREER.”
- Click on the link “Recruitment of Officers in various streams upto Scale IV – Project No. 2026-27/02” and select “APPLY ONLINE.”
- Click “Click here for New Registration” and enter your name, contact details and email ID to generate a Provisional Registration Number and Password.
- Use “SAVE AND NEXT” to fill in the application form in stages, verifying details before final submission.
- Upload your scanned photograph, signature, left thumb impression and handwritten declaration as per the prescribed specifications.
- Preview the entire application and click “COMPLETE REGISTRATION” only after verifying all details.
- Proceed to the “Payment” tab and pay the fee/intimation charges via Credit/Debit Card, Internet Banking, Cash Card/Mobile Wallet, QR or UPI.
- Take a printout of the system-generated application form and e-Receipt for personal reference (not to be sent to the bank).
No change is permitted after clicking “COMPLETE REGISTRATION.” Not more than one application should be submitted; in case of multiple applications, only the latest valid one is retained and fees for other registrations are forfeited.
Bank of India Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
Selection will be through an Online Test and/or Personal Interview, depending on the number of applicants/eligible candidates. Shortlisting for further stages is based on documents uploaded at the time of registration (professional experience, mandatory certification, educational qualifications).
Online Examination Structure
| Test | Maximum Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| English Language (Qualifying only) | 25 | Composite time of 100 minutes |
| Professional Knowledge (relevant to the post) | 100 |
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Interview
Candidates who secure the minimum qualifying marks and rank sufficiently high in merit (based on Professional Knowledge marks) will be called for interview, in a ratio of approximately 1:3 to the number of vacancies. The maximum marks for interview are 100. Minimum qualifying marks in the interview are 50% for General/EWS candidates and 45% for SC/ST/OBC/PWD candidates.
Final Selection
If both an online examination and interview are conducted, the weightage will be 60:40 (Online Examination : Interview). Candidates must be found suitable in both stages to be eligible for final selection. If the bank decides not to conduct an online examination, selection will be made purely through Personal Interview based on qualification, experience and overall suitability.
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