Bank of India (BOI)
Quick Summary
Bank of India (BOI) has released notification for 205 Specialist Officer (SO) vacancies across 48 posts from Scale I to Scale IV (Officer, Manager, Senior Manager, Chief Manager). Online applications open on 10 September 2026 and close on 25 September 2026.
Job Location
Anywhere in India (All India)
Salary / Pay Scale
₹48,480 - ₹1,20,940 (Scale I: ₹48480-85920, Scale II: ₹64820-93960, Scale III: ₹85920-105280, Scale IV: ₹102300-120940) + Allowances
Full Information
Bank of India (BOI) has officially released the Specialist Officer Recruitment 2026 notification (Project No. 2026-27/02 Notice dated 01.08.2026) for 205 vacancies across 48 specialist posts from Scale I to Scale IV (Officer, Manager, Senior Manager, and Chief Manager). Online applications open on 10 September 2026 and close on 25 September 2026. This recruitment offers high-paying careers in IT, Digital Banking, Cybersecurity, Law, Fire Safety, Security, and Civil Engineering with all-India postings.
BOI Specialist Officer Recruitment 2026 — Overview
| Organization | Bank of India (BOI) |
| Project Number | Project No. 2026-27/02 |
| Notification Date | 01 August 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 205 Posts (48 Specialist Profiles) |
| Scales / Grades | Scale I (Officer), Scale II (Manager), Scale III (Senior Manager), Scale IV (Chief Manager) |
| Application Mode | Online Only |
| Application Dates | 10 September 2026 to 25 September 2026 |
| Cut-off Date for Age & Eligibility | 01 August 2026 |
| Selection Process | Online Examination + Personal Interview (60:40 Weightage) or Direct Interview |
| Job Location | Anywhere in India (All India Postings) |
| Official Website | www.bankofindia.bank.in |
Important Dates
| Event / Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Notice / Notification Date | 01 August 2026 |
| Online Application & Fee Payment Start Date | 10 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 25 September 2026 |
| Last Date for Online Fee Payment | 25 September 2026 |
| Online Exam Date | To be notified separately |
| Personal Interview Date | To be notified separately |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee (incl. GST) |
|---|---|
| General / EWS / OBC Candidates | ₹1,180/- (Application Fee + Intimation Charges) |
| SC / ST / PWD Candidates | ₹175/- (Intimation Charges only) |
Payment Mode: Online through Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, UPI, or QR Code. Fees are non-refundable.
Vacancy Breakdown by Scale (205 Posts)
1. Scale IV – Chief Manager (10 Vacancies)
| Post Name | Vacancies | Age Limit (as on 01.08.2026) |
|---|---|---|
| Chief Manager – Full-Stack Engineering | 2 | 28 – 40 years |
| Chief Manager – Digital Platforms | 1 | 28 – 40 years |
| Chief Manager – Supply Chain, Trade Finance Technology | 1 | 28 – 40 years |
| Chief Manager – Digital Banking Operations | 2 | 28 – 40 years |
| Chief Manager – IT Procurement, Contracts & SLA Management | 1 | 28 – 40 years |
| Chief Manager – IT (CISA/CISM/CISSP) | 1 | 28 – 42 years |
| Chief Manager – Information Security | 2 | 32 – 42 years |
2. Scale III – Senior Manager (49 Vacancies)
| Post Name | Vacancies | Age Limit (as on 01.08.2026) |
|---|---|---|
| Senior Manager – Full-Stack Engineering | 12 | 28 – 37 years |
| Senior Manager – Digital Platforms | 2 | 28 – 37 years |
| Senior Manager – Finacle Application Support | 3 | 28 – 37 years |
| Senior Manager – Infrastructure Operations | 3 | 28 – 37 years |
| Senior Manager – Solution & Technology Architecture | 3 | 28 – 37 years |
| Senior Manager – Data Engineering | 4 | 28 – 37 years |
| Senior Manager – API Governance & Security | 4 | 28 – 37 years |
| Senior Manager – DevSecOps Engineering | 3 | 28 – 37 years |
| Senior Manager – IT Procurement Specialist | 2 | 28 – 37 years |
| Senior Manager – Database Administration | 2 | 28 – 37 years |
| Senior Manager – Information Security | 6 | 28 – 37 years |
| Senior Manager – IT (CISA/CISM/CISSP) | 5 | 28 – 40 years |
3. Scale II – Manager (118 Vacancies)
| Post Name | Vacancies | Age Limit (as on 01.08.2026) |
|---|---|---|
| Manager – Full-Stack Engineering | 18 | 25 – 35 years |
| Manager – BRE/LOS/Decisioning Engineering | 4 | 25 – 35 years |
| Manager – Digital Platforms | 5 | 25 – 35 years |
| Manager – Application Support & Operations | 11 | 25 – 35 years |
| Manager – Infrastructure Operations | 12 | 25 – 35 years |
| Manager – IT System Administrator | 2 | 25 – 35 years |
| Manager – Performance Testing | 2 | 25 – 35 years |
| Manager – Automation Testing | 3 | 25 – 35 years |
| Manager – IT Procurement Specialist | 4 | 25 – 35 years |
| Manager – IT Project Manager | 3 | 25 – 35 years |
| Manager – Business Analysis | 2 | 25 – 35 years |
| Manager – Data Analytics | 5 | 25 – 35 years |
| Manager – DevSecOps Engineering | 3 | 25 – 35 years |
| Manager – UI/UX Design | 2 | 25 – 35 years |
| Manager – Emerging Technology & Innovation | 2 | 25 – 35 years |
| Manager – Solution & Technology Architecture | 2 | 25 – 35 years |
| Manager – Database Administration | 1 | 25 – 35 years |
| Manager – Information Security | 8 | 25 – 32 years |
| Manager – IT (CISA/CISM/CISSP) | 7 | 27 – 35 years |
| Law Officer | 10 | 25 – 30 years |
| Fire Officer | 2 | 25 – 35 years |
| Security Officer | 10 | 25 – 35 years |
4. Scale I – Officer (28 Vacancies)
| Post Name | Vacancies | Age Limit (as on 01.08.2026) |
|---|---|---|
| Officer – Full-Stack Engineering | 6 | 21 – 30 years |
| Officer – Application Support & Operations | 4 | 21 – 30 years |
| Officer – Data Analytics | 2 | 21 – 30 years |
| Officer – Data Engineering | 2 | 21 – 30 years |
| Officer – QA & Test Engineering | 2 | 21 – 30 years |
| Officer – Information Security | 2 | 22 – 30 years |
| Civil Engineer | 10 | 25 – 30 years |
| Total Vacancies | 205 | Across 48 Posts |
Age Limit & Relaxations (as on 01.08.2026)
| Category / Scale | Age Limit / Relaxation |
|---|---|
| Scale I (Officer) | 21 – 30 years |
| Scale II (Manager) | 25 – 35 years (varies slightly by profile) |
| Scale III (Senior Manager) | 28 – 37 years (28 – 40 years for CISA/CISM/CISSP) |
| Scale IV (Chief Manager) | 28 – 40 years (up to 42 years for Info Security / CISA) |
| SC / ST Candidates | +5 years relaxation |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | +3 years relaxation |
| PwBD Candidates | +10 years relaxation |
| Ex-Servicemen / ECOs / SSCOs | +5 years relaxation |
| 1984 Riot Affected | +5 years relaxation |
Educational Qualification & Certifications
- IT & Digital Banking Posts (Scale I to IV): B.E. / B.Tech in Computer Science / IT / Electronics & Communication OR MCA (3 years full-time) OR M.Sc (CS/IT) from a recognized university. Mandatory/preferred domain certifications for higher scales include OCP Java, React JS, MERN Stack, AWS / Azure, CISA / CISM / CISSP, TOGAF, PMP, CKA, DevSecOps Foundation, etc.
- Law Officer (Scale II): Bachelor's Degree in Law (LLB) from a recognized university / institute.
- Fire Officer (Scale II): B.E. (Fire Engineering) from NFSC Nagpur OR B.Tech (Fire & Safety Engineering) OR B.Sc + GIFE (Institution of Fire Engineers). Mandatory 3-month computer course or IT subject at graduation.
- Security Officer (Scale II): Graduate from a recognized university + 3-month computer course / IT subject, with required defense/police experience.
- Civil Engineer (Scale I): B.E. / B.Tech in Civil Engineering with minimum 60% aggregate marks.
Salary Scale, Perks & Security Deposit
| Scale / Grade | Basic Pay Scale | Refundable Security Deposit |
|---|---|---|
| JMGS-I (Officer) | ₹48,480 – ₹85,920 | ₹1,00,000/- |
| MMGS-II (Manager) | ₹64,820 – ₹93,960 | ₹2,00,000/- |
| MMGS-III (Senior Manager) | ₹85,920 – ₹1,05,280 | ₹3,00,000/- |
| SMGS-IV (Chief Manager) | ₹1,02,300 – ₹1,20,940 | ₹3,00,000/- |
Allowances & Benefits: DA, HRA, CCA, Conveyance, Newspaper, Telephone/Mobile reimbursement, Residential furniture allowance, and leased accommodation as per Bank rules.
Selection Process & Exam Pattern
Selection is conducted via an Online Examination and Personal Interview (60:40 weightage). Bank reserves the right to shortlist candidates directly for Interview based on applications.
Online Exam Structure (125 Marks, 100 Minutes)
| Subject | Maximum Marks | Weightage / Remarks |
|---|---|---|
| English Language | 25 Marks | Qualifying only (No weightage in final merit) |
| Professional Knowledge (Post-Specific Domain) | 100 Marks | Counts toward shortlist and merit |
| Total | 125 Marks | Duration: 100 Minutes |
- Negative Marking: 1/4th (0.25) mark deducted for each wrong answer.
- Online Exam Qualifying Marks: 35% for General/EWS; 30% for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD.
- Interview Marks: 100 Marks (Qualifying: 50% for General/EWS, 45% for Reserved categories). Shortlisting ratio is approx 1:3.
Documents Required at Interview
- Interview Call Letter printout
- System-generated Online Application Form printout
- Proof of Date of Birth (Birth Certificate or Class 10 Certificate)
- Photo ID Proof (Aadhaar Card, Passport, PAN Card, Driving Licence, or Voter ID)
- Degree / Graduation / Post Graduation Mark Sheets & Certificates
- Experience Certificates & proof of mandatory certifications as on 01.08.2026
- Category Certificate (SC / ST / OBC-NCL / EWS / PwBD in Govt of India format)
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) for candidates working in Govt / PSU / Bank
How to Apply Online for BOI SO Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official website of Bank of India at www.bankofindia.bank.in and click on the CAREER section.
- Locate the notification: Recruitment of Officers in various streams upto Scale IV – Project No. 2026-27/02 Notice dated 01.08.2026.
- Click on APPLY ONLINE and complete the new registration to receive your Provisional Registration Number and Password.
- Fill in all required personal, educational, experience, and qualification details. Note: Candidates can apply for only one post.
- Upload scanned copies of Photograph, Signature, Left Thumb Impression, and Handwritten Declaration.
- Preview and verify all details before clicking COMPLETE REGISTRATION.
- Pay the application fee online through Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI, or QR Code.
- Download and print the completed application form and fee payment receipt for future records.
Eligibility Criteria
Selection Process
Age Limit (Calculated as on Notification)
| Post Name | Total Posts | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Chief Manager – Scale IV (Full-Stack, Digital Platforms, Supply Chain, Operations, IT Procurement, Info Sec, CISA/CISM) | 10 | B.E./B.Tech/MCA/M.Sc with relevant domain experience & certifications (Age 28–42) |
| Senior Manager – Scale III (Full-Stack, Finacle, Infra, Architecture, Data Engg, API, DevSecOps, DBA, Info Sec, etc.) | 49 | B.E./B.Tech/MCA/M.Sc with relevant domain experience & certifications (Age 28–40) |
| Manager – Scale II (Full-Stack, BRE/LOS, Digital, Infra, QA, Procurement, DevSecOps, UI/UX, Info Sec, Law, Fire, Security) | 118 | B.E./B.Tech/MCA/M.Sc/LLB/Fire Engg/Graduation with relevant experience (Age 25–35) |
| Officer – Scale I (Full-Stack, Operations, Data Analytics, Data Engg, QA, Info Sec, Civil Engineer) | 28 | B.E./B.Tech (CS/IT/ECE/Civil) / MCA / M.Sc (Age 21–30) |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the last date to apply for Bank of India SO 2026?
Ans: The last date to apply online and pay application fees is 25 September 2026.
Q: Can I apply for more than one post?
Ans: No, candidates can apply for only one post. If multiple applications are submitted, only the latest valid one will be retained.
Q: What is the age limit for Civil Engineer posts?
Ans: The age limit for Civil Engineer (Scale I) is 25 to 30 years as on 01.08.2026.
Q: Is there negative marking in the online exam?
Ans: Yes, 1/4th (0.25) mark will be deducted for each wrong answer in the online exam.
Q: What is the application fee for General, OBC, and EWS candidates?
Ans: The application fee is ₹1,180 (inclusive of GST) for General/OBC/EWS candidates, and ₹175 for SC/ST/PWD candidates.
Q: What certifications are required for Chief Manager – Information Security?
Ans: Any one of C-CISO / CISSP / CISM / CISA / CCSP / CDPSE.
Q: What is the selection process for BOI SO Recruitment 2026?
Ans: The selection process consists of an Online Examination and Personal Interview with a 60:40 weightage (or direct interview at the bank’s discretion).
How to Fill Bank of India (BOI) Online Form 2026
- Candidate can apply between the specified dates in the notification.
- Candidate Read the Notification Before Apply the Recruitment Application Form in Bank of India (BOI).
- Kindly Check and Collect the All Document - Eligibility, ID Proof, Address Details, Basic Details.
- Kindly Ready Scan Document Related to Recruitment Form - Photo, Sign, ID Proof, Etc.
- Before Submit the Application Form Must Check the Preview and All Column Carefully.
- Take A Print Out of Final Submitted Form.
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