Central Bank of India Specialist Officer Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 350 Posts
Central Bank of India has officially released a detailed recruitment notification for Specialist Officer posts for the year 2026. This recruitment drive is for Foreign Exchange Officer (Scale III) and Marketing Officer (Scale I) under the Specialist Category on a regular basis.
This article explains every single detail mentioned in the official PDF notification in simple English for Indian job seekers.
Overview
| Organization | Central Bank of India |
| Recruitment Name | Central Bank of India Specialist Officer Recruitment 2026 |
| Posts | Foreign Exchange Officer, Marketing Officer |
| Total Vacancies | 350 |
| Job Type | Regular / Permanent |
| Posting | Anywhere in India |
| Mode of Application | Online |
Organization Name & Post Name
- Bank Name: Central Bank of India
- Post 1: Foreign Exchange Officer – Middle Management Grade Scale III
- Post 2: Marketing Officer – Junior Management Grade Scale I
IMPORTANT DATES
| Application Start Date | 20 January 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 03 February 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 03 February 2026 |
| Online Exam Date | February / March 2026 (Tentative) |
| Interview Date | March / April 2026 (Tentative) |
| Result Date | Not Mentioned in Notification |
Vacancy Details (Category-wise)
| Post | Scale | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | UR | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Foreign Exchange Officer | III | 7 | 3 | 13 | 5 | 22 | 50 |
| Marketing Officer | I | 45 | 22 | 81 | 30 | 122 | 300 |
| Total | - | 52 | 25 | 94 | 35 | 144 | 350 |
PwBD Reservation
- Hearing Impairment (HI)
- Orthopedically Challenged (OC)
- Visual Impairment (VI)
- Intellectual Disability (ID)
Salary Details
Foreign Exchange Officer – Scale III
Basic Pay: ₹85,920 – ₹1,05,280
Marketing Officer – Scale I
Basic Pay: ₹48,480 – ₹85,920
Allowances
- Dearness Allowance (DA)
- House Rent Allowance (HRA)
- Transport Allowance (TA)
- Other Bank Perks as per policy
Approx In-Hand Salary: ₹75,000 – ₹1,10,000 depending on post and posting city
Eligibility Criteria
Nationality
Candidate must be an Indian citizen or eligible categories as mentioned in the notification.
Educational Qualification
Foreign Exchange Officer
- Graduation in any discipline
- Mandatory IIBF Foreign Exchange Certificate
- Minimum 5 years experience in Scheduled Commercial Banks
Marketing Officer
- Graduation + MBA/PGDM in Marketing
- Minimum 2 years post-qualification experience
Age Limit (As on 01.01.2026)
| Post | Minimum Age | Maximum Age |
| Forex Officer | 25 Years | 35 Years |
| Marketing Officer | 22 Years | 30 Years |
Age Relaxation
- SC/ST – 5 Years
- OBC – 3 Years
- PwBD – 10 Years
- Ex-Servicemen – 5 Years
Selection Process
- Online Written Examination
- Personal Interview
Weightage: Written Exam 70% + Interview 30%
Exam Pattern
| Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Professional Knowledge | 70 | 70 |
| Banking & General Awareness | 30 | 30 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
No negative marking.
Detailed Syllabus
- Forex Operations
- Trade Finance
- Banking Awareness
- Economic Scenario
- Marketing Concepts (for Marketing Officer)
Application Fee
| SC/ST/PwBD/Women | ₹175 |
| Others | ₹850 |
Required Documents
- Photograph & Signature
- Educational Certificates
- Experience Certificates
- Caste / EWS / PwBD Certificate
- Photo ID Proof
Posting / Allotment States
Posting can be anywhere in India including bank subsidiaries.
How To Apply – Step by Step
- Visit official application link
- Register using email and mobile
- Fill online application form
- Upload required documents
- Pay application fee
- Submit and print application
Official Notification: Click Here
Q1. Is this a permanent job?
Yes, this is a regular permanent recruitment.
Q2. Is negative marking there?
No negative marking.
Q3. Can final-year students apply?
No, qualification must be completed.
Q4. Is posting state-wise?
No, posting is PAN India.
Q5. Is interview mandatory?
Yes.
Q6. Can bank employees apply?
Yes, but must resign if selected.
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Disclaimer
This article is written based on the official recruitment notification PDF released by Central Bank of India. Candidates are advised to verify details from the official website.