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SBI extends SCO recruitment deadline to 31 October for six posts
The Story in Brief
The State Bank of India has extended the online registration deadline for Specialist Cadre Officers recruitment 2026 in its Wealth Management and Premier Banking Department. Eligible candidates can now submit applications until 31 October 2026 through the SBI Current Openings portal. The recruitment drive, conducted on a contract basis under Advertisement No. CRPD/SCO/2026-27/25, covers six vacancies across five posts including Head Sales, Central Research Team Product Lead, and Project Development Manager Technology. The suggested place of posting is Mumbai, though the bank may assign selected candidates elsewhere.
Educational and experience criteria vary by post. Head Sales requires an MBA or PGDM with at least 15 years of experience, while the Technology Manager post needs a BE or BTech plus four years in banking technology. The age limit is calculated as of 31 August 2026. Candidates should check the detailed notification, upload required documents and pay any applicable fee before submitting. A copy of the completed form and payment receipt should be saved for future reference.
Indian Opinion Analysis
The SBI has extended the SCO recruitment deadline by a few days, but this is not a general hiring event: only six vacancies across five specialised posts exist, all in wealth management and premier banking. That signals targeted talent acquisition for high-margin advisory and technology roles rather than broad-based expansion. Candidates must meet stringent experience thresholds, up to 15 years for Head Sales, which limits the applicant pool to senior professionals in financial services. The application window closes 31 October, leaving two days for submission. Whether SBI fills all six posts or lets some lapse will indicate its real need for in-house specialist capacity in wealth management.
Source: timesofindia.indiatimes.com
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