India’s largest public sector bank, the State Bank of India, has thrown open the doors for seasoned professionals with the launch of its SBI SCO Recruitment 2026. Under Advertisement No. CRPD/SCO/2025-26/27, this SBI SCO Recruitment drive aims to fill 116 positions across two critical audit domains — Information Systems (IS) Audit and Internal Audit — spanning grades from Deputy Manager all the way up to Assistant Vice President.
What sets this recruitment apart from the usual banking examinations is its experience-first approach. There are no written tests, no prelims, no mains. Instead, your professional track record does the talking, and a final personal interview seals the deal. The application window is open from 23rd February 2026 to 15th March 2026, and everything happens online.
Important Dates & Fee Details
The entire application journey is digital, from registration to fee payment. Here’s what you need to keep in mind:
| Event | Details |
|---|---|
| Application Opens | 23 February 2026 |
| Application Closes | 15 March 2026 |
| Interview Intimation | Via Email only (after March 2026) |
| Fee – General/OBC/EWS | Rs. 750/- |
| Fee – SC/ST/PwBD | Nil |
| Payment Mode | Online (Net Banking, Cards, UPI) |
One important heads-up: SBI will not dispatch physical interview call letters. All communication post-shortlisting happens exclusively through email, so make sure the address you register with is one you actively monitor and plan to keep long-term.
Age Limits & Relaxations
SBI calculates your age eligibility as of 31st January 2026, and the limit varies depending on the seniority of the role you are applying for:
| Post | Minimum Age | Maximum Age |
|---|---|---|
| AVP (IS Audit) | 27 Years | 45 Years |
| DM (IS Audit) | 25 Years | 35 Years |
| DM (Internal Audit) | 21 Years | 35 Years |
The higher entry age for the AVP role reflects the depth of experience SBI expects at that level. Meanwhile, the DM (Internal Audit) role is relatively accessible — a 21-year-old CA with one year of experience could qualify.
Reserved category candidates benefit from the following age relaxations in the upper limit:
| Category | 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 |
For example, an OBC applicant targeting the DM (IS Audit) post can apply up to age 38, provided they hold a valid Non-Creamy Layer (NCL) certificate.
Vacancies, Qualifications & Experience Required
SBI’s goal with this recruitment is to reinforce its audit and cybersecurity capabilities. Here’s a snapshot of what’s on offer:
| Post | Vacancies | Educational Qualification | Experience Required |
|---|---|---|---|
| AVP (IS Audit) | 12 | BE/B.Tech/MCA/M.Sc in CS or IT (min. 50% marks) | 6 years in BFSI/IT Security |
| DM (IS Audit) | 43 | BE/B.Tech/MCA/M.Sc in CS or IT (min. 50% marks) | 3 years in Information Security |
| DM (Internal Audit) | 61 | Chartered Accountant with active ICAI Membership | 1 year post-qualification audit experience |
A few important clarifications on eligibility: for IS Audit roles, the degree must specifically be in Computer Science or Information Technology. SBI will not consider candidates who hold engineering degrees in unrelated disciplines — even if they have hands-on work experience in IT. The 50% marks requirement applies to graduation; postgraduate qualifications like MCA or M.Sc also meet the bar.
For the DM (Internal Audit) role, clearing the CA Final exam alone isn’t sufficient. Candidates must hold an active ICAI membership number at the time of application. The preferred experience profile includes statutory audit, internal audit, or concurrent audit work within banks or financial institutions.
Category-Wise Vacancy Breakdown
| Post | UR | OBC | SC | ST | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AVP (IS Audit) | 06 | 03 | 02 | 01 | 00 | 12 |
| DM (IS Audit) | 17 | 10 | 09 | 03 | 04 | 43 |
| DM (Internal Audit) | 25 | 14 | 11 | 06 | 05 | 61 |
How the Selection Works
Forget cramming textbooks — SBI’s selection methodology here is purely professional in nature.
Profile Shortlisting: SBI ranks your application based on the quality and depth of your experience, your educational background, and any additional certifications you hold — such as CISA, CISSP, or DISA. The stronger your profile across these parameters, the better your chances of making it to the interview stage. Those with stronger profiles and more reputable previous employers naturally rise to the top.
Personal Interview (100 Marks): Shortlisted candidates appear before a panel of senior bankers and domain specialists. IS Audit candidates should be ready to discuss RBI’s Cyber Security Framework, ISO 27001 implementation, and real-world incident response. CA candidates can expect questions around the Banking Regulation Act, NPA audits, and IND AS accounting standards. For AVP candidates, salary negotiation is also part of the discussion — the final CTC (up to Rs. 50 Lakhs) is determined based on your current compensation and leadership credentials.
Tie-Breaker Rule: If two candidates finish with identical interview scores, the one older in age gets preference.
Pre-Joining Checks: Cleared candidates must pass document verification, a medical examination, and a credit history check. A clean CIBIL record is non-negotiable — any default history can result in disqualification even after selection.
Compensation & Benefits
SBI’s pay structure differs based on whether the role is regular or contractual:
| Post | Employment Type | Pay |
|---|---|---|
| AVP (IS Audit) | Contractual | CTC up to Rs. 50 Lakhs/year (85% fixed + 15% performance-linked) |
| Deputy Manager (both) | Regular/Permanent | Rs. 64,820 – 93,960 (MMGS-II scale) |
Regular Deputy Manager employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including quarterly-revised Dearness Allowance, House Rent Allowance, City Compensatory Allowance, Provident Fund, Gratuity, NPS pension coverage, Leave Fare Concession, family medical coverage, concessional staff loans, and 30 days of earned leave annually.
The AVP package, while contractual and without pension, is highly competitive at up to Rs. 50 Lakhs — an attractive proposition for private sector professionals seeking a prestigious public sector role.
Step-by-Step Application Guide
Follow this process carefully — errors in the form or document uploads are among the leading causes of application rejection.
- Go to the official SBI careers portal: https://sbi.co.in/web/careers/current-openings
- Locate the notification for Advt. No. CRPD/SCO/2025-26/27 and click “Apply Online.”
- Register with your name, active email ID, and mobile number. Note down your login credentials.
- Complete the application form, giving particular attention to the Experience section — list all previous roles in reverse chronological order and upload supporting experience letters.
- Upload scanned documents including your photograph and signature, academic marksheets and degree certificates, experience letters, professional certifications (CA membership, CISA, etc.), and a valid photo ID.
- Pay the application fee of Rs. 750 (if applicable). SBI exempts SC/ST/PwBD candidates from paying any application fee.
- Review every detail carefully before you hit the final submit button — once you submit, you cannot make any changes to your application. Download and save a copy of your completed form and payment receipt.
The deadline is 15th March 2026. Given the volume of applications typically received for SBI recruitments, applying early helps you sidestep last-minute server issues.
Quick FAQ Roundup
SBI has announced a total of 116 vacancies — 12 for AVP (IS Audit), 43 for Deputy Manager (IS Audit), and 61 for Deputy Manager (Internal Audit).
No written test will be conducted. SBI will shortlist candidates based on their profile and experience, followed by a 100-mark personal interview as the sole selection round.
Candidates from the General, OBC, and EWS categories are required to pay Rs. 750 as the application fee. Candidates belonging to SC, ST, and PwBD categories are fully exempted from paying any fee.
The AVP position is contractual in nature, offering an annual CTC of up to Rs. 50 Lakhs, structured as 85% fixed pay and 15% performance-linked variable pay.
Both Deputy Manager posts fall under the MMGS-II scale, with basic pay ranging from Rs. 64,820 to Rs. 93,960. This is supplemented by Dearness Allowance, HRA, Provident Fund, and several other service benefits.
Applicants must be qualified Chartered Accountants holding an active ICAI membership number, along with a minimum of one year of post-qualification experience in audit — preferably in a banking or financial institution setting.
SBI will notify shortlisted candidates exclusively through email. No physical call letters will be dispatched, so ensure your registered email address remains active throughout the recruitment process.
Yes. A clean credit history is a mandatory requirement for final appointment. Any record of loan defaults or financial irregularities can lead to disqualification, even after clearing the interview.