SBI Specialist Officer Recruitment 2026 – 116 Posts | AVP, Deputy Manager (IS Audit, CA) | Apply Online – State Bank of India (SBI) Recruitment 2026

ONLINE APPLICATION ONLY

Portal: https://sbi.bank.in/web/careers/current-openings

Application Period:

• Start Date: February 23, 2026
• Last Date: March 15, 2026

Steps:

STEP 1: Visit SBI Careers Portal

• Go to: https://sbi.bank.in/web/careers/current-openings
• Scroll down and click on Advertisement No. CRPD/SCO/2025-26/27

STEP 2: Download & Read Advertisement

• Download detailed advertisement
• Read carefully all eligibility criteria

STEP 3: Register Online

• Click on "Apply Online"
• Register with valid email ID and mobile number
• Email ID must be active till result declaration

STEP 4: Upload Documents

• Scan photograph and signature as per specifications
• Upload all required documents (PDF format, max 500KB each)

STEP 5: Fill Application Form

• Fill all details carefully
• Save information (provisional registration number generated)
• Can edit 3 times before final submission

STEP 6: Pay Application Fee

• ₹750 for General/OBC/EWS
• NIL for SC/ST/PwBD
• Payment via Debit Card/Credit Card/Net Banking

STEP 7: Submit Application

• Review application carefully
• Submit final application
• Take printout of e-Receipt and application form
• No changes allowed after final submission

Important Dates:

State Bank of India (SBI) - India's Largest Bank

• Recognized as: World's Best Consumer Bank 2025 by Global Finance
• Best Bank in India 2025 by Global Finance
• Branches: 22,000+ across India
• Global Presence: 200+ offices in 30+ countries
• Legacy: Over 200 years of banking excellence

1. Post Name & Vacancy Details

Total Posts: 116

Post 1: Assistant Vice President (IS Audit) - CONTRACT BASIS

Total: 12 Posts

Contract Period: 3 years (extendable for 2 more years) CTC Range: Up to ₹50.00 Lakh per annum

Post 2: Deputy Manager (IS Audit) - REGULAR POST

Grade/Scale: MMGS-II (Middle Management Grade Scale-II)

Total: 43 Posts

Pay Scale: ₹64,820 - 93,960

Post 3: Deputy Manager (Chartered Accountant - Internal Audit) - REGULAR POST

Grade/Scale: MMGS-II

Total: 61 Posts

PwBD Horizontal Reservation:

• VI (Visually Impaired): 2
• HI (Hearing Impaired): 1
• LD (Locomotor Disability): 1
• Category d & e: 1

Pay Scale: ₹64,820 - 93,960

2. Educational Qualification & Experience

Post 1: Assistant Vice President (IS Audit) - Contract

Qualification:

• Essential: BSc/BE/BTech in Computer Science/Software Engineering/IT/Electronics OR BCA/MCA OR MTech/MSc in Computer Science/IT/Electronics
• Minimum Marks: 50%
• From: Govt. recognized University/Institution

Experience:

• Minimum 6 years in BFSI/IT/Information Security Consultancy
• 3 years in IS Audit/Cyber Security Audit/Information Security Consultancy

Desirable Certifications (Valid as on last date):

• CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor - ISACA USA)
• CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional - ISC2)
• CISM (Certified Information Security Manager - ISACA USA)
• DISA (Diploma in Information Systems Audit - ICAI)
• ISO 27001 Lead Auditor from NABCB
• CEH (Certified Ethical Hacker - EC-Council USA)
• GIAC (Global Information Assurance Certification - SANS Institute)

Specific Skills:

• Experience in VAPT tools (Nessus, Retina, SAINT, Kali Linux)
• Knowledge of Data Privacy Standards
• Digital Payment Security Controls

Age: 27-45 years (as on 31.01.2026)

Post 2: Deputy Manager (IS Audit) - Regular

Qualification:

• Essential: BSc/BE/BTech in Computer Science/Software Engineering/IT/Electronics OR BCA/MCA OR MTech/MSc in Computer Science/IT/Electronics
• Minimum Marks: 50%

Experience:

• Minimum 3 years in BFSI/IT/Information Security Consultancy
• 2 years in IS Audit/Cyber Security Audit/Information Security Consultancy

Preferred Certifications: Same as AVP (IS Audit)

Specific Skills:

• Experience in VAPT tools (Nessus, Retina, SAINT, Kali Linux)

Age: 25-35 years (as on 31.01.2026)

Post 3: Deputy Manager (CA - Internal Audit) - Regular

Qualification:

• Essential: Chartered Accountant (CA) with active membership of ICAI

Experience:

• Minimum 1 year post-qualification experience in:
  • Statutory/Internal/Concurrent Audit of Bank OR
  • With CA firm engaged in Statutory/Internal/Concurrent Audit of Banks

Preferred:

• Experience in BFSI/IT/IS Audit/Information Security/Telecom
• Experience in Statutory/Internal/IS Audit/Concurrent Audit

Preferred Certifications:

• CISA (ISACA USA)
• DISA (ICAI)

Specific Skills:

• Understanding of credit appraisal, sanction, monitoring
• Knowledge of internal controls, risk-based audits
• Ability to analyze financial statements
• Exposure to Information Systems and Digital Process Audits
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in audit tools and MS Office
• Understanding of IT Change Management
• Evaluation of third-party risk in IT environment

Age: 21-35 years (as on 31.01.2026)

3. Age Limit (as on 31.01.2026)

Age Relaxation:

• SC/ST: 5 years
• OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 years
• PwBD (UR/EWS): 10 years
• PwBD (OBC): 13 years
• PwBD (SC/ST): 15 years

4. Salary & Remuneration

Assistant Vice President (IS Audit) - CONTRACT

CTC Range: Up to ₹50.00 Lakh per annum

Breakup:

• Fixed Pay: 85%
• Variable Pay: 15%

Variable Pay Criteria:

Annual Increment: 7-10% of Fixed Gross (from 2nd year, based on performance)

Leave: 30 days per financial year (excluding Sundays/Holidays)

Deputy Manager (IS Audit & CA - Internal Audit) - REGULAR

Pay Scale: ₹64,820 - 2340/1 - 67160 - 2680/10 - 93,960

Additional Benefits:

• DA (Dearness Allowance)
• HRA (House Rent Allowance)
• CCA (City Compensatory Allowance)
• Provident Fund
• Contributory Pension Fund (NPS)
• Leave Fare Concession (LFC)
• Medical Facility
• Other perquisites as per Bank rules

5. Job Profile & Responsibilities

Assistant Vice President (IS Audit):

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct IS Audit, Cyber Security Audit, IS Continuous Audit
• IT Outsourced Activity Audit as part of IS Audit team
• Enhance knowledge base of IS Audit team
• Prepare and update technical checklists for Network equipment, Servers, OS
• Conduct audits to verify compliance with Bank's IS/IT/Cyber Security Policy
• Verify compliance with RBI and other regulatory guidelines
• Lead audit team, evaluate vulnerabilities
• Recommend remedial controls to strengthen security posture

KRAs:

• Timely conduct of all audits as per audit plan
• Follow-up for submission of compliance reports
• Timely closure of audit reports
• Vetting of data submission to regulator
• Knowledge sharing with team
• Regular review and update of audit statements

Deputy Manager (IS Audit):

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct IS Audit, Cyber Security Audit, IS Concurrent Audit
• Conduct IT Outsourced Activities Audit
• Verify compliance with Bank's policies and RBI guidelines
• Help in detecting and plugging vulnerabilities
• Conduct Compliance Audit, Migration Audits, Special Audits
• Compile Synopsis of IS Audit Reports
• Follow-up with audit entities for compliance closure

KRAs:

• Timely conduct of audits under Information Systems Audit
• Processing evidence-based compliance
• Timely closure of audit reports
• Knowledge sharing with IS Audit team

Deputy Manager (CA - Internal Audit):

Key Responsibilities:

• Credit Audit (Offsite/Onsite) or RFIA of branches in India/abroad
• Audit of Special Outfits (GMU Kolkata, Global Payment & Services)
• Vendor Audits (Non-IT OSA)
• Audit of Corporate Centre Departments (Global Markets, Risk Management)
• Early Review of High Value Sanctions
• FEMA Audit for forex business compliance
• Process audit reports for timely compliance
• Undertake Information Systems (IS) Audits
• Thematic audit of credit-related areas
• Testing of Internal Financial Controls over Financial Reporting (IFCoFR)

KRAs:

• Execution of assigned audit and review assignments
• Review and assessment of operational processes, systems, controls
• Examination of compliance with internal policies and regulations
• Identification and reporting of key risks
• Preparation of clear audit reports
• Follow-up and monitoring of corrective actions
• Contribution to strengthening internal control frameworks

6. Selection Process

Stage 1: Shortlisting

• Based on qualifications, age, academic record, relevant experience
• Adequate number of candidates shortlisted for interview
• Bank may set higher threshold for shortlisting
• Decision of Bank is final

Stage 2: Interview

• Interview carries 100 marks
• Qualifying marks decided by Bank
• No correspondence entertained

Stage 3: CTC Negotiation (For AVP IS Audit only)

• Done at time of interview

Final Merit:

• Based on interview scores only (descending order)
• In case of tie, ranked by age (descending order)

7. Application Fee

Payment: Online only (Non-refundable)

8. Required Documents

To be uploaded online:

1. Recent passport size photograph (JPG/JPEG, 20-50KB, 200×230 pixels)
2. Signature (JPG/JPEG, 10-20KB, 140×60 pixels)
3. Brief Resume (PDF)
4. ID Proof - Aadhaar/PAN (PDF)
5. Date of Birth Proof (PDF)
6. PwBD Certificate (if applicable) (PDF, max 500KB)
7. Educational Certificates & Marksheets (PDF, max 500KB)
8. Experience Certificates (PDF, max 500KB)
9. Form-16/Offer Letter/Latest Salary Slip (PDF, max 500KB)
10. NOC from current employer (if applicable) (PDF, max 500KB)
11. Biodata Form (Duly filled, signed & scanned PDF)

For AVP (IS Audit) Contractual Post: 12. Form-16/ITR/Form 26AS & latest 3 months' salary slips 13. CTC Negotiation Form

Eligibility:

1. CIBIL Score: Candidates with loan defaults/credit card dues not eligible
2. Experience: Teaching & Training experience NOT counted
3. Full-time Degree: Only full-time courses accepted
4. Certifications: Must be valid as on last date of registration
5. Age Calculation: As on 31.01.2026

Application:

6. One Application Only: Multiple applications - only last valid retained
7. No Editing: After final submission, no changes allowed
8. Email ID: Keep active till result declaration
9. Documents: All uploads mandatory (incomplete applications rejected)

Reserved Category:

10. OBC Certificate: Non-Creamy Layer, issued 01.04.2025 to interview date
11. EWS Certificate: For FY 2024-25, valid for 2025-26
12. SC/ST Certificate: On Govt. of India prescribed format
13. PwBD Certificate: Minimum 40% benchmark disability

Selection:

14. Shortlisting: Based on higher qualifications/experience (Bank's discretion)
15. Interview: 100 marks, qualifying marks as per Bank
16. Document Verification: At time of interview
17. Medical Fitness: Required after selection

Posting:

18. Transferable: SBI reserves right to post anywhere in India
19. Mobile Duty: May be required for IS Audit/CA posts
20. No Specific Location: Request for specific posting not entertained

Other:

21. NOC Required: For Govt/PSU/Bank employees
22. Travel Reimbursement:
    • AVP: Up to ₹15,000 (both sides)
    • Deputy Manager: Up to ₹10,000 (both sides)
23. Contract Terms: (For AVP) 3 years, extendable 2 years, 3 months notice
24. No Coaching Association: SBI doesn't endorse any coaching platforms
25. Mumbai Jurisdiction: For all legal matters