The Central Bank of India has announced recruitment for 350 Specialist Officer posts, these include positions such as Foreign Exchange Officer in Scale III and Marketing Officer in Scale I. The online exam will be held on March 14, 2026.
Central Bank of India Specialist Officer Recruitment 2026: Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Central Bank of India |
| Post Name | Foreign Exchange Officer (Scale III), Marketing Officer (Scale I) |
| Total Vacancies | 350 |
| Job Location | Anywhere in India |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | www.centralbankofindia.co.in |
Vacancy Details
The Central Bank of India Specialist Officer Recruitment 2026 has 350 posts in total.
| 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 |
| 52 | 25 | 94 | 35 | 144 | 350 |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Foreign Exchange Officer (Scale III)
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Educational Qualification | Full time Graduation from AICTE/UGC approved University/College in any discipline. Preference for CFA/CA or MBA in relevant stream. |
| Mandatory Certification | Certificate in Foreign Exchange Operations from Indian Institute of Banking & Finance (IIBF). |
| Preferable Certifications | 1. Certified Associate of the Indian Institute of Bankers (CAIIB). 2. Certificate in Trade Finance and/or in Foreign Exchange Facilities for Individuals (IIBF). 3. CDCS (Certified Documentary Credit Specialist). 4. CITF (Certificate in International Trade and Finance). 5. NISM Certifications in Treasury/Derivatives. Similar certificates from reputed agencies are also preferred. |
Marketing Officer (Scale I)
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Educational Qualification | Full time Graduation from AICTE/UGC approved University/College and Two years Full time MBA/PGDBA/PGDBM/PGPM/PGDM with Major specialization in Marketing. |
Experience
Foreign Exchange Officer (Scale III)
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Experience | Minimum 5 years as an officer in Scheduled Commercial Banks (SCBs). Out of this, 3 years must be in Trade Finance/Forex operations/IBU-Gift City. You should be working in forex now, preferably in sales/business development. No candidates from NBFCs/RRBs/Cooperative Banks/Insurance. |
| Experience in Profile | 1. Handling LCs, Bank Guarantees, Bills, Export/Import docs, EDPMS, IDPMS. 2. Comply with DGFT, FEMA, RBI, AML/KYC. 3. Advise on forex products, hedging, NRI services. 4. Liaise with treasury for rates, positions. 5. Prepare reports, Nostro reconciliation, RBI returns. |
| Desired Skills | Sound knowledge of FEMA, UCP 600, ISBP, INCOTERMS, RBI rules. Good understanding of trade finance. Analytical skills, communication with clients, banking software proficiency. |
Marketing Officer (Scale I)
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Experience | 2 years post-qualification. Out of this, 1 year continuous in marketing in a organization (BFSI preferred). You should be working in marketing now. |
| Job Role | Mainly field-based for business mobilization. |
Other: Minimum CIC score of 650.
Age Limit (as on 01.01.2026)
- Foreign Exchange Officer: Minimum 25 years, Maximum 35 years.
- Marketing Officer: Minimum 22 years, Maximum 30 years.
Age Relaxation:
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribe | By 5 years |
| Other Backward Classes (OBC) | By 3 years |
| PwBD (Divyangjan) | By 10 years (15 for SC/ST, 13 for OBC) |
| Children/Family of 1984 riots victims | By 5 years |
| Ex-servicemen/ECOs/SSCOs with 5 years service | By 5 years |
Max age for PwBD is 56 years. OBC creamy layer treated as General. No reservation for Ex-servicemen in officer cadre.
Nationality/Citizenship
You must be a Citizen of India, or from Nepal/Bhutan or Tibetan refugee (before 1962) or person of Indian origin from specified countries with eligibility certificate.
Salary and Benefits
| Post Name | Scale of Pay (Basic) | Approx. Initial Gross Emoluments |
|---|---|---|
| Foreign Exchange Officer (Scale III) | ₹85,920 – 1,05,280 | ₹1,15,000 – ₹1,35,000 per month |
| Marketing Officer (Scale I) | ₹48,480 – 85,920 | ₹70,000 – ₹85,000 per month |
Includes DA, HRA, CCA, medical, PF, pension, leave travel, free passes, etc. You must sign a bond of ₹3.00 Lakh for 3 years.
Selection Process
The process has these steps:
Online Examination: A 60-minute objective test consisting of 100 questions (70 Stream-specific and 30 on Banking/General Awareness). There is no negative marking.
Personal Interview: Candidates shortlisted from the online exam will be called for a 100-mark personal interview.
Document Verification and Medical Examination.
Final Merit: 70% from online exam, 30% from interview.
Online Exam Pattern
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Duration | 60 minutes |
| Questions | 100 (Objective, Multiple Choice) |
| Marks | 100 |
| Subjects | 70 questions on stream-specific topics, 30 on Banking/General Awareness/General Science. |
| Negative Marking | None |
Documents Required
Keep these scanned:
- Photo (20-50 KB, JPEG)
- Signature (10-40 KB, JPEG)
- 10th certificate (for DOB)
- Degree/Marks sheets
- Experience certificates (cutoff 01.01.2026)
- Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD)
- ID proof (Aadhaar/PAN etc.)
- Handwritten declaration: “I, _ (Name of the candidate), hereby declare that all the information submitted by me in the application form is correct, true and valid. I will present the supporting documents as and when required.”
- Left thumb impression.
Application Fees
| Category | Fee (Inclusive of GST) |
|---|---|
| SC / ST / PwBD / Women | ₹175 (Intimation charges) |
| GEN / OBC / EWS / Others | ₹850 (Application fee + Intimation charges) |
Pay online using Card/Net Banking/UPI.
How to Apply Online for Central Bank of India Specialist Officer Recruitment 2026
Follow these steps:
- Go to www.centralbankofindia.co.in or direct link: https://ibpsreg.ibps.in/cbidec25/
- Click on “Recruitment of Specialist Officers (2026-27)”.
- Select “New Registration”.
- Fill basic details like name, DOB, email, mobile.
- Get registration number and password.
- Login and fill full form: Personal, education, experience, post preference.
- Upload photo, signature, thumb, declaration.
- Pay fee.
- Check details, submit, and print form/e-receipt.
Note: Serving bank employees can apply but must resign if selected.
| Marketing Officer & Foreign Exchange Officer Apply Online Direct Link | Apply Now |
| Download Official Pdf | Download Central Bank of India Specialist Officer Recruitment 2026 Detailed Notification PDF, Date Extension Notice |
| Official Website | Click here |
Important Dates
| Online Registration Start | January 20, 2026 |
| Online Registration End | February 15, 2026 (Extended) |
| Online Exam Date | March 14, 2026 |
| Tentative Interview | March/April 2026 |
Final Thoughts
The Central Bank of India Specialist Officer Recruitment 2026 has 350 posts for Foreign Exchange Officers and Marketing Officers, the exam is on March 14, 2026 and applications closed on February 15, 2026.
If you applied, download your admit card from the official site, candidates must meet rules for age, education and experience. The process includes a written exam and an interview, focus on your subject topics and general awareness.
This recruitment is a good chance for people with experience in banking or marketing to join a large public sector bank. The Central Bank of India has more than 4500 branches across the country and handles business worth over Rs. 774000 crores. Candidates should check the eligibility rules, prepare their documents and apply on time to take advantage of this opportunity.
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