State Bank of India (SBI), the country's largest public sector bank, has announced a significant recruitment drive for 996 Specialist Cadre Officers (SCO) for the financial year 2025. This presents a prestigious career opportunity for qualified professionals across India seeking roles in wealth management and customer relations within the banking sector.
The application process is completely online, and the deadline to apply is 23rd December 2025. Below is a comprehensive overview of the recruitment details, eligibility, and application procedure.
📋 SBI SCO Recruitment
2025: Overview at a Glance
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Feature |
Details |
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Organization |
State Bank of India (SBI) |
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Job Type |
Regular Basis (Bank Job) |
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Post Name |
Specialist Cadre Officers |
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Total Vacancies |
996 Posts |
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Application Mode |
Online Only |
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Eligibility |
All India Candidates |
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Place of Posting |
Across India (including Odisha) |
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Last Date to Apply |
23rd December 2025 |
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Gender Eligibility |
Both Male & Female |
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
As per the official SBI notification, candidates must possess a Graduation degree from a recognized University.
Preferred Qualifications:
- MBA in Banking, Finance, or Marketing.
- Professional Certifications such as NISM (Series V-A, XXXI-A), CFP (Certified Financial Planner), or CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst).
Candidates are strongly advised to refer to the official notification PDF for subject-specific and post-wise detailed educational requirements.
📊 Vacancy & Age Limit
Details
The 996 vacancies are distributed across three distinct roles, each with its own age criteria.
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Post Name |
Number of Vacancies |
Age Limit (as on 01/12/2025) |
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VP Wealth (SRM) |
506 Posts |
26 to 42 years |
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AVP Wealth (RM) |
206 Posts |
23 to 35 years |
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Customer Relationship Executive |
284 Posts |
20 to 35 years |
Age Relaxation: Applicable as per Government of India rules.
- OBC: 3 years
- SC/ST/PwD: 5 years
- Ex-Servicemen: 5 years
- PwD + SC/ST: 15 years
💰 Salary Structure
(Approximate CTC)
Selected candidates will be offered a competitive compensation package with performance-linked incentives.
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Post Name |
Approximate Upper Range CTC |
Key Components |
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VP Wealth (SRM) |
₹ 44.70 Lakhs per annum |
Fixed Pay (₹30L) + Allowances + PLP (45%) + Increment (0-25%) |
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AVP Wealth (RM) |
₹ 30.20 Lakhs per annum |
Fixed Pay (₹20L) + Allowances + PLP (45%) + Increment (0-25%) |
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Customer Relationship Executive |
₹ 6.20 Lakhs per annum |
Fixed Pay (₹4L) + Allowances + PLP (35%) + Increment (0-25%) |
PLP: Performance Linked Pay
🔍 Selection Process
The selection of candidates will be a multi-stage process:
- Shortlisting: Based on application and qualification.
- Interview: Personal, Telephonic, or Video Interview.
- CTC Negotiation.
- Final Merit List: Prepared solely on the basis of Interview Scores (out of 100 marks).
📝 Application Fees
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Category |
Application Fee |
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General / OBC / EWS |
₹ 750 |
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SC / ST / PwD |
No Fee |
Payment must be made online through the designated portal.
📅 Important Dates
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Event |
Date |
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Online Application Start Date |
2nd December 2025 |
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Online Application Last Date |
23rd December 2025 |
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Interview / Exam Date |
To be notified later |
📄 Important Documents
Required
Candidates should keep the following documents (scanned copies) ready for upload during the application process:
- Graduation and other qualification certificates.
- Date of Birth proof (SSLC/HSC certificate).
- Recent passport-sized color photograph.
- Experience certificate (if applicable).
- Category/Caste certificate (if applicable).
- Valid ID proof.
- A valid Email ID and Mobile Number are mandatory for registration.
✅ How to Apply Online for SBI
SCO Recruitment 2025?
Follow these steps carefully to submit your application:
- Visit Official Website: Go to the SBI Careers portal at https://sbi.co.in or the direct recruitment link.
- Find Notification: Navigate to the "Latest Announcements" or "Recruitment" section and find the "Specialist Cadre Officers (SCO) 2025" advertisement.
- Read Carefully: Thoroughly read the official notification PDF before proceeding.
- New Registration: Click on the "Apply Online" link and complete the registration using your email and phone number.
- Fill Application Form: Log in with your credentials and fill in all personal, educational, and professional details accurately.
- Upload Documents: Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and required documents in the prescribed format and size.
- Pay Fee: Proceed to pay the application fee online (if applicable).
- Submit & Print: Review the entire form, submit it, and take a printout of the final application form for your future reference.
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Important Notes for Applicants
- Accuracy is Key: Applications found to be false or incomplete at any stage will be summarily rejected.
- No Offline Mode: Applications will be accepted only through the online mode on the official website.
- Deadline is Final: The portal will close on 23rd December 2025. No applications will be entertained after this date.
- Stay Updated: All future communications regarding shortlisting and interviews will be sent via email/SMS. Regularly check the official SBI careers website for updates.
🔗 Important Links
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Link For |
Direct Link |
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Download Official Notification PDF |
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Apply Online |
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Official SBI Careers Website |

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