The State Bank of India (SBI) Recruitment 2026 for posts of 02 Specialist Cadre Officers. Candidates with an MBA/PGDM Can Apply Online. The online application opens on 12-01-2026 and closes on 02-02-2026. The candidate shall apply online through the SBI website, sbi.bank.in.

State Bank of India (SBI) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 02 Specialist Cadre Officers Posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online through the official SBI website. The last date to submit the application form is 02-02-2026. In this article, you’ll find the SBI Specialist Cadre Officers Posts recruitment details, including eligibility criteria, age limit, salary structure, selection process, application steps, and direct links to the official notification and Online application form.

SBI AVP HR Recruitment 2026 Overview

Vacancy Details

Note: Vacancies are provisional and may vary.

Eligibility Criteria

• Qualification (Mandatory): MBA/PGDM/PGDBM or its equivalent with specialisation in HR/HRD/HRM from institutions recognised by Government Bodies/AICTE/UGC (as on 31.12.2025).

• Preferred Certification (Valid as on date of interview): HR Analytics or SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP.

• Experience (Essential): Minimum 8 Years of post-qualification experience in Human Resources (for both posts). Preferably in the IT industry or IT Department/Vertical in the BFSI Sector (as on 31.12.2025).

Note: Training & Teaching experience will not be counted for eligibility.

Salary / Stipend

• Annual CTC: Up to Rs 45 Lacs (negotiable based on experience & current emoluments).

• Bifurcated into Fixed Pay & Variable Pay in an 80:20 ratio.

• Annual increment (from second year): Up to 5% of annual CTC, subject to a minimum 90% performance appraisal score.

• Variable Pay: Eligible subject to minimum 90% marks in performance appraisal (half-yearly); percentage ranges from 70% to 100% based on score (below 90% = NIL).

Age Limit (as on 31 December 2025)

• Minimum: 31 years

• Maximum: 42 years

Application Fee

• ₹ 750/- (Seven Hundred Fifty only) for UR/EWS/OBC candidates (Non-refundable).

• NIL for SC/ST/PwBD candidates.

• Payable online through Debit Card/Credit Card/Internet Banking.

Important Dates

Selection Process

• Shortlisting (parameters decided by the Bank; mere eligibility does not guarantee a call for an interview).

• Interview (100 marks; qualifying marks decided by the Bank).

• CTC Negotiation (at the time of interview).

• Merit List: Based on interview scores in descending order (tie-breaker: age in descending order).

• Final Selection: Top candidates in the merit list with successful CTC negotiation.

How to Apply

• Apply online through the link on the Bank's official website https://sbi.co.in/web/careers/current-openings.

• Upload required documents: Recent Photograph, Signature, Resume, ID Proof, Educational Certificates, Experience Certificates, etc. (in specified formats and sizes).

• Pay application fee online (if applicable).

• Candidates can apply for only one post.

• Keep email ID active for communications (call letters sent via email only).

SBI Specialist Cadre Officers Important Links

• Apply Online: Click here.

• Official Notification PDF: Click here

• Official Website: Click here

SBI Specialist Cadre Officers Recruitment 2026  - FAQs

Q1. What is the last date to apply for the SBI AVP HR Recruitment 2026?

02 February 2026.

Q2. What is the required experience for AVP posts in SBI?

Minimum 8 years of post-qualification experience in Human Resources (preferably in the IT industry or BFSI IT vertical).

Q3. What is the age limit for AVP (Manpower Planning & Recruitment) and AVP (Learning & Development)?

Minimum 31 years and Maximum 42 years as on 31.12.2025.

Q4. What is the application fee for general category candidates?

₹ 750/- (non-refundable); NIL for SC/ST/PwBD.

Q5. Is teaching experience counted for eligibility in SBI AVP HR posts?

No, teaching experience will not be counted for eligibility.