Central Bank of India has released the official notification for Central Bank of India Recruitment 2026 for engagement of Specialist Officers on a regular basis. The recruitment drive covers two posts, namely Foreign Exchange Officer in Scale III and Marketing Officer in Scale I. As per the notification, a total of 350 vacancies have been announced across categories. The online application process will be conducted within a fixed timeline, and selection will involve an online test followed by an interview.
The Central Bank of India Recruitment 2026 process is open to eligible and experienced professionals who meet the prescribed educational qualifications, age limits, and work experience requirements. Interested candidates must apply online within the notified dates.
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Vacancy Details
| Foreign Exchange Officer – Scale III | 50 |
| Marketing Officer – Scale I | 300 |
| Total | 350 |
Pay Scale
The salary structure under Central Bank of India Recruitment 2026 is as per the Bank’s service regulations.
| Foreign Exchange Officer (Scale III) | 85920–2680/5–99320–2980/2–105280 |
| Marketing Officer (Scale I) | 48480–2000/7–62480–2340/2–67160–2680/7–85920 |
Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit
| Post | Minimum | Maximum |
|---|---|---|
| Foreign Exchange Officer | 25 years | 35 years |
| Marketing Officer | 22 years | 30 years |
Age relaxation is applicable for SC/ ST/ OBC/ PwBD and other eligible categories as per Government norms.
Educational Qualification and Experience
Foreign Exchange Officer (Scale III)
- Full-time Graduation from an AICTE/ UGC approved University in any discipline
- Mandatory Certificate in Foreign Exchange Operations from IIBF
- Minimum 5 years’ experience as an officer in a Scheduled Commercial Bank, with at least 3 years in Trade Finance/ Forex operations
- Candidates from NBFCs, RRBs, Cooperative Banks, or Insurance sector are not eligible
Marketing Officer (Scale I)
- Full-time Graduation and a full-time MBA/ PGDM/ PGPM/ PGDBM/ PGDBA with specialization in Marketing
- Minimum 2 years post-qualification experience, including at least 1 year in the marketing domain
- Candidates must be currently working in a marketing role
Selection Process
The selection process for Central Bank of India Recruitment 2026 includes:
- Online written examination
- Personal interview
The final merit list will be prepared based on a 70:30 weightage of online test and interview marks.
Exam Pattern
| Test Section | No. of Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Stream/ Category Specific Questions | 70 | 70 |
| Banking, Economic Scenario and General Awareness | 30 | 30 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
There is no negative marking for wrong answers.
Steps to Apply
- Visit the application portal of Central Bank of India Recruitment 2026 by clicking on the link given below in the Important Links section
- Complete the online registration and generate login credentials
- Fill in the application form with personal and professional details
- Upload the required photograph, signature, thumb impression, and handwritten declaration
- Pay the application fee through the online payment gateway
- Submit the application form and keep a copy for future reference
Application Fees
| SC/ ST/ PwBD/ Women | Rs. 175 |
| All Other Candidates | Rs. 850 |
Key Dates
| Opening of Online Registration | 20th January 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 3rd February 2026 |
| Online Examination (Tentative) | February/ March 2026 |
| Interview (Tentative) | March/ April 2026 |
Important Links
| Notification of Central Bank of India Recruitment 2026 |
| Apply Online |
| Central Bank of India Official Website |
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