Introduction
The State Bank of India (SBI) has released its official Specialist Officer (SO) Recruitment Notification 2025 for 33 vacancies in various managerial roles. These posts include General Manager, Assistant Vice President, and Deputy Manager across multiple departments such as Strategy, MIS, Risk Management, and Digital Platforms.
SBI, India’s largest public sector bank, offers a great opportunity for experienced professionals to contribute to one of the country’s most technologically advanced banking networks.
Post Details
The recruitment is for the following Specialist Officer posts on a regular or contractual basis:
General Manager (SBI Strategy, Digital Transformation)
Assistant Vice President (AI/ML Analyst, Risk)
Deputy Manager (Security & Fraud Management, MIS, Marketing & Communication, Risk Management, etc.)
Manager (Banking Product and Analytics)
Other related roles as mentioned in the detailed notification
Number of Posts
Total Vacancies: 33
Post-wise Distribution:
General Manager: 1
Assistant Vice President: 4
Deputy Manager: 24
Manager: 4
Vacancies are subject to change and are reserved as per government norms (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwD).
Educational Qualification
Post-specific qualifications are required. General criteria include:
General Manager:
Graduate/Postgraduate in any discipline
Desirable: MBA/PGDM/CA or equivalent
Minimum 18 years of experience in BFSI/digital transformation roles
Assistant Vice President:
B.E./B.Tech or MBA with specialization in IT/Marketing/Finance
Experience in risk analysis, fraud detection, AI/ML tools preferred
Deputy Manager / Manager:
B.E./B.Tech/MBA/CA/CFA/FRM depending on role
2–8 years of post-qualification experience in relevant domain
Age Limit (As on Notification Date)
General Manager: Up to 55 years
Assistant Vice President: 30–40 years
Deputy Manager: 25–35 years
Manager: 27–38 years
Age relaxation is applicable for reserved category candidates as per Government of India norms.
Salary
The pay scale varies by position and experience:
General Manager: Executive level – Negotiable as per CTC (at par with industry standards)
Assistant Vice President: Contractual – Attractive CTC based on qualification and experience
Deputy Manager / Manager: ₹48,170 – ₹69,810 (with allowances)
Additional benefits include DA, HRA, performance-linked incentives, and medical coverage.
Selection Process
The selection process consists of:
Shortlisting based on academic background, experience, and profile
Personal Interview
Merit List prepared based on performance in the interview
Note: No written examination will be conducted for these positions.
Application Fees
General / OBC / EWS: ₹750
SC / ST / PwD: Exempted (No fee)
Payment is accepted through online mode only.
Important Dates
Notification Release: July 2025
Online Application Start Date: 5 July 2025
Last Date to Apply:31 July 2025
Interview Dates: To be announced
Final Result / Offer Letters: Tentatively by September 2025
Important Link
To Download SBI SO Notification 2025 PDF
How to Apply
Follow these steps to apply online:
Visit the official SBI Careers portal
Click on the link for “Recruitment of Specialist Cadre Officers – 2025”
Complete the registration process with basic details
Fill in the application form and upload required documents:
Recent photograph and signature
ID proof (Aadhaar/PAN)
Educational qualifications and experience letters
Caste/PwD certificate (if applicable)
Pay the application fee using a secure online gateway
Submit the form and download the application receipt for reference
Conclusion
The SBI SO Recruitment 2025 offers senior-level and mid-level professionals an exceptional chance to work with India’s most trusted banking institution. With diverse roles across strategy, risk, MIS, and analytics, candidates with strong domain experience and leadership potential should apply before the last date.
Stay prepared with updated resumes, relevant certifications, and interview readiness to make the most of this prestigious opportunity.