The State Bank of India (SBI) has invited applications for Specialist Cadre Officer (SCO) positions in the fields of Artificial Intelligence, Data Analytics, Data Engineering, and Technology Architecture. The bank intends to hire experienced professionals for these roles on a fixed-term basis.
Eligible candidates may submit their online applications via the official website sbi.bank.in. Before filling out the application form, candidates should review the age limits, educational qualifications, and other essential requirements for their chosen position. These vacancies include senior-level roles such as General Manager, Chief AI Officer, and Deputy General Manager, as well as specialised positions related to AI architecture.
SBI Specialist Cadre Officer (SCO) Recruitment 2026: Qualifications and Age Limit.
The eligibility criteria vary by post. The key details are given below.
| Post | General Manager and Chief AI Officer |
| Age limit | 40 to 55 years |
Qualification: A B.E., B.Tech., or M.Tech. degree in Computer Science and Engineering, Information Technology, Electrical and Electronics, Electronics and Communication, or a related field.
Candidates holding an M.Sc. in Statistics or Computer Science, an M.A. in Statistics, an M.Stat., or an MCA may also be eligible, provided they meet the conditions specified in the official notification.
| Post | Deputy General Manager: SBI is recruiting for three specialised positions I) Risk and Operational Analytics II) AI Governance and Compliance III) Data Engineering IV) Model Application Development V) MLOps (AI Ops) |
| Qualification | A degree in Engineering or Technology (e.g., B.E., B.Tech., or M.Tech.) |
| Age Limit | 35 to 50 years |
As per the terms of the notification, candidates holding a postgraduate degree in Statistics or Computer Science (such as M.Stat. or MCA) are also eligible to apply.
| Post | Enterprise AI Architect |
| Age Limit | 30 to 45 years |
| Qualification Required | Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in: Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, or an equivalent field. |
SBI SCO Recruitment 2026: Selection Process
The selection process includes shortlisting, an interview, and a discussion (negotiation) on CTC (Cost to Company). The interview will carry 100 marks, and the final merit list will be prepared based on the marks obtained in the interview.
Candidates shortlisted for the first four positions mentioned in the detailed notification will also be required to deliver a 10-minute presentation on their work experience, projects, or professional achievements.
Applicants should be prepared to discuss their technical skills, past projects, and experience relevant to the position. For more details and to apply, visit the official SBI website at sbi.bank.in.
