Central Bank of India Recruitment 2026: Registration Deadline

New Delhi, February 5, 2026: In a significant update for banking aspirants, the Central Bank of India (CBI) has officially extended the online registration deadline for its Specialist Officer (SO) Recruitment 2026. Candidates who missed the previous window now have until February 15, 2026, to submit their applications through the official website.

The recruitment drive seeks to fill 350 vacancies for the positions of Marketing Officer (Scale I) and Foreign Exchange Officer (Scale III) on a regular basis. This extension provides a crucial second chance for eligible professionals to join one of India’s oldest and largest public sector banks.

Key Vacancy Details

The 350 available positions are distributed across two specialized categories:

Post Name	Grade/Scale	Total Vacancies
Marketing Officer	Scale I (JMGS)	300
Foreign Exchange Officer	Scale III (MMGS)	50

Eligibility Criteria

To ensure a successful application, candidates must meet specific educational and professional requirements as of the cutoff date, January 1, 2026.

1. Marketing Officer (Scale I)

• Education: Full-time Graduation from a UGC/AICTE-recognized university, plus a 2-year full-time MBA/PGDM/PGDBM with a specialization in Marketing.
• Experience: Minimum 2 years of post-qualification experience, including at least 1 year in the BFSI (Banking, Financial Services, and Insurance) sector.
• Age Limit: 22 to 30 years.

2. Foreign Exchange Officer (Scale III)

• Education: Full-time Graduation in any discipline. A mandatory certificate in Foreign Exchange Operations from IIBF is required.
• Experience: Minimum 5 years of experience as an officer in a Scheduled Commercial Bank, with at least 3 years specifically in Trade Finance or Forex operations.
• Age Limit: 25 to 35 years.

Selection Process & Salary

The selection follows a rigorous two-tier process designed to test both aptitude and professional expertise:

1. Online Written Examination: A 100-mark test covering professional knowledge and general banking awareness.
2. Personal Interview: Candidates who clear the written exam will be shortlisted for a face-to-face interaction.

Remuneration:

Selected candidates will receive competitive pay scales along with Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and other benefits.

• Scale I (Marketing): Approximately ₹48,480 – ₹85,920 (Basic range).
• Scale III (Forex): Approximately ₹85,920 – ₹1,05,280 (Basic range).

Application Fee and How to Apply

Applicants must submit their forms via the IBPS portal linked through the Central Bank of India official website.

• General/OBC/EWS Candidates: ₹850 + GST
• SC/ST/PwBD/Women Candidates: ₹175 + GST

Steps to Apply:

1. Visit the “Career” section on the Central Bank of India website.
2. Click on the link for “Recruitment of Specialist Officers 2026.”
3. Register using a valid email ID and mobile number.
4. Fill out the application form, upload documents (photo, signature, thumb impression), and pay the fee.
5. Download and print the final application for future reference.

The final date to edit application details and pay fees is now February 15, 2026.