Bank of Baroda Specialist Officer Recruitment 2026: 206 Vacancies, Apply @bankofbaroda.bank.in

📅 Post Date: 06 August 2026 | resultonlineindia.com

Bank of Baroda (BOB), one of India's largest public sector banks, has released a major recruitment notification for 206 Specialist Officer (SO) vacancies. This is a lateral-entry drive for experienced professionals across engineering, IT, security, finance, and data science domains.

The recruitment spans six departments – Digital Banking, Facility Management, Information Security, Security, Enterprise Data Management Office (EDMO), and Accounts & Taxation. The vacancies are spread across 22 distinct posts including Manager, Senior Manager, Technical Officer, Chief Manager, and Product Manager.

The online application process started on 6 August 2026 and the last date to apply is 26 August 2026. The pay scale ranges from ₹48,480 to ₹1,02,300 per month depending on the grade. Read below for complete details including department-wise and post-wise vacancy breakdown, eligibility, selection process, salary, and step-by-step application instructions.

Bank of Baroda Specialist Officer Recruitment 2026 – Short Details

Organization	Bank of Baroda (BOB)
Advertisement No.	BOB/HRM/REC/ADVT/2026/15
Post Name	Specialist Officer (Manager, Senior Manager, Technical Officer, Chief Manager, Product Manager, etc.)
Total Vacancies	206
Number of Posts	22 distinct posts
Application Mode	Online only
Official Website	bankofbaroda.bank.in

Note: This is a lateral-entry drive for experienced professionals. Every post requires relevant work experience (2 to 6 years). Candidates are advised to check post-specific eligibility carefully.

Important Dates – Bank of Baroda SO 2026

Event	Date
Notification Release Date	06 August 2026
Online Application Start Date	06 August 2026
Online Application End Date	26 August 2026
Last Date for Fee Payment	26 August 2026
Eligibility Cut-off Date	01 August 2026
Online Test Date	To be notified
Admit Card	Will be intimated
Result Date	Will be updated here

Candidates are advised to verify all dates from the official Bank of Baroda website.

Application Fee (Online Mode)

Category	Application Fee
General / EWS / OBC	₹ 850/- (including GST) + payment gateway charges
SC / ST / PwD / ESM/DESM / Women	₹ 175/- (including GST) + payment gateway charges

The fee is non-refundable and must be paid online via Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI.

Age Limits (As on 01 August 2026)

Post	Minimum Age	Maximum Age
Technical Officer / Product Manager / Manager (Security)	23 years	35 years
Manager	24 years	36 years
Technical Manager	25 years	37 years
Senior Manager	27 years	39 years
Chief Manager (Civil/Electrical/Taxation)	28 years	40 years
Chief Manager (Data Scientist)	31 years	43 years

Age Relaxation (where roster points are available):

SC/ST: 5 years
OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 years
PwBD: Up to 15 years
Ex-Servicemen: Up to 10 years

Vacancy Details – Bank of Baroda SO 2026

A total of 206 vacancies are available across 22 posts, spread across six departments:

Department-wise Vacancies:

Department	Vacancies
Facility Management	88
Security	54
Digital Banking	19
Information Security	16
Accounts and Taxation	15
Enterprise Data Management	14
Total	206

Category-wise Vacancy Breakdown:

Category	Vacancies
Unreserved (UR)	99
OBC (NCL)	53
SC	28
EWS	17
ST	9
Total	206

Note: PwBD reservation is horizontal — 13 seats (11 for Locomotor Disability and 2 for Hearing Impaired) are included within the 206 vacancies.

Post-wise Vacancy Breakdown:

Post Name	Vacancies
Manager – Security	54
Technical Officer – Civil Engineer	35
Technical Manager – Civil Engineer	21
Technical Officer – Electrical Engineer	15
Manager – Digital Product	13
Manager – Information Security	13
Technical Manager – Electrical Engineer	9
Senior Manager – BI and Dashboard Development	8
Technical Senior Manager – Civil Engineer	6
Product Manager – Digital Lending	5
Manager – Taxation	5
Manager – Accounts	5
Senior Manager – Information Security	3
Technical Senior Manager – Electrical Engineer	2
Senior Manager – Taxation	2
Senior Manager – Accounts	2
Senior Manager – Data Profiling	2
Senior Manager – DQ Analyst	2
Senior Manager – Digital Product	1
Chief Manager – Data Scientist	1
Senior Manager – Data Scientist	1
Chief Manager – Investor Relations	1
Total	206

Eligibility Criteria – Bank of Baroda SO 2026

Educational Qualification:

The qualification varies by post. All degrees must be from a recognized university/institution:

Post	Qualification Required
Technical Officer / Manager / Senior Manager – Civil Engineer	BE/B.Tech in Civil Engineering
Technical Officer / Manager / Senior Manager – Electrical Engineer	BE/B.Tech in Electrical Engineering
Manager / Senior Manager – Digital Product	B.E./B.Tech (IT/CS/E&C/Telecom/E&I) or MCA
Product Manager – Digital Lending	Graduation in any discipline
Manager / Senior Manager – Information Security	BE/B.Tech (CSE/CS/IT/E&C/E&I/E&E) or MCA/M.Sc (CS/IT/Cyber Security) or M.Tech (Cyber Security) + mandatory certifications
Manager – Security	Graduation in any discipline with 5 years of commissioned service
Manager – Taxation / Accounts	CA/ICWA or MBA/PGDM with specialization in Finance/Taxation
Data Science / BI Posts	B.E./B.Tech in relevant discipline with data analytics experience

Work Experience (Lateral Entry – Mandatory):

Post Level	Experience Required
Technical Officer	2 years
Manager / Product Manager	3 years
Technical Manager	4 years
Senior Manager	6 years

Age Limit (as on 01 August 2026):

Technical Officer / Product Manager: 23–35 years
Manager: 24–36 years
Technical Manager: 25–37 years
Senior Manager: 27–39 years
Chief Manager (Civil/Electrical/Taxation): 28–40 years
Chief Manager (Data Scientist): 31–43 years

Nationality:

Only Indian Nationals are eligible to apply.

Important: Since educational qualifications and work experience vary across all 206 posts, candidates must review the official notification to verify post-specific eligibility criteria before applying.

Selection Process – Bank of Baroda SO 2026

The selection process will be conducted in multiple stages:

Application Scrutiny & Shortlisting: Based on eligibility and experience.
Online Written Examination: May be conducted depending on the number of applications. If conducted, it will cover:
- Reasoning
- English Language
- Quantitative Aptitude
- Professional Knowledge
Psychometric Test: For personality assessment.
Group Discussion: May be conducted.
Personal Interview: Final stage.
Document Verification: Verification of original documents.
Pre-Joining Medical Examination: Final fitness test.

Note: The exact selection process may vary based on the number of applications received. Candidates are advised to check the official notification for detailed information.

Salary Details – Bank of Baroda SO 2026

The pay scale varies by grade/scale:

Grade	Basic Pay (per month)
JMG/S-I	₹ 48,480
MMG/S-II	₹ 64,820
MMG/S-III	₹ 85,920
SMG/S-IV	₹ 1,02,300

In addition to basic pay, candidates receive Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and other allowances as per Bank of Baroda rules.

Probation Period: 12 months

Service Bond: Candidates appointed to regular posts are required to execute a service bond.

Posting: Selected candidates may be posted anywhere in India based on the bank's operational requirements.

How to Apply for Bank of Baroda SO 2026 – Step by Step

Follow these steps to submit your online application:

Step 1: Visit the Official Website

Go to Bank of Baroda's careers page at bankofbaroda.bank.in.

Step 2: Navigate to Careers

Click on the "Careers" section on the homepage.

Step 3: Find the Notification

Look for the link under Advertisement No. BOB/HRM/REC/ADVT/2026/15.

Step 4: Read the Notification

Download and carefully read the detailed advertisement PDF to check your eligibility.

Step 5: Register

Click on "Apply Online" and register using a valid email ID and mobile number.

Step 6: Fill the Application Form

Step 7: Upload Documents

Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and required certificates.

Step 8: Pay the Fee

Pay the application fee online through the available payment gateway.

Step 9: Review and Submit

Verify all details carefully before final submission — only one application per candidate is permitted; multiple applications will be rejected.

Step 10: Save Confirmation

Download and print the final application form for future reference.

Important: The application window closes on 26 August 2026. Candidates are advised to apply well before the deadline to avoid any technical issues.

Important Links

Bank of Baroda Official Website BOB Careers Page Download Official Notification PDF Apply Online (Available on BOB Careers)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: How many vacancies are available?

Ans: A total of 206 vacancies are available across 22 Specialist Officer posts.

Q2: What is the last date to apply?

Ans: The last date for online application is 26 August 2026.

Q3: What is the application start date?

Ans: The online application process commenced on 6 August 2026.

Q4: What is the educational qualification required?

Ans: It varies by post — candidates must have a BE/B.Tech in Civil/Electrical/IT/CS, MCA, CA, ICWA, MBA, or Graduation depending on the post.

Q5: What is the work experience required?

Ans: It varies by post — typically 2 to 6 years of relevant experience.

Q6: What is the age limit?

Ans: It varies by post from 23 to 43 years as on 01 August 2026.

Q7: What is the application fee?

Ans: The fee is ₹850 for General/EWS/OBC candidates and ₹175 for SC/ST/PwD/ESM/Women candidates.

Q8: What is the selection process?

Ans: Selection involves Application Screening, possible Online Test, Psychometric Test, Group Discussion, and Personal Interview.

Q9: What is the salary for these posts?

Ans: Basic pay ranges from ₹48,480 to ₹1,02,300 per month depending on the grade.

Q10: Is there a service bond?

Ans: Yes, selected candidates must execute a service bond.

Q11: Where will the selected candidates be posted?

Ans: Selected candidates may be posted anywhere in India.

Q12: How can I apply?

Ans: You can apply online through the official Bank of Baroda careers page at bankofbaroda.bank.in.