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Bank of Baroda Specialist Officer Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 11 Manager & Chief Manager Posts Under Advt 19/2026

Advt No: BOB/HRM/REC/ADVT/2026/19•Bank of Baroda

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Total Vacancies

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Chief Manager – Risk Management (SMG/S-IV), Senior Manager – MSME Relationship & Appraisal (MMG/S-III), Manager – Finance & Accounts (MMG/S-II)

Min Qualification

Full-time B.E./B.Tech/CA/CFA/FRM or MBA (Finance) with minimum 7 years post-qualification experience in Credit Risk, Market Risk, or Operational Risk modeling in Scheduled Commercial Banks

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Age Limit & Cut-off

24 – 40 Yrs

as on 1 Oct 2026

Pay Scale / Salary

₹64,820–₹1,20,940

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About this Recruitment

Bank of Baroda (BOB), one of India's premier public sector banks, has announced recruitment for 11 Specialist Officer vacancies under Advertisement No. BOB/HRM/REC/ADVT/2026/19. The openings encompass Chief Manager – Risk Management (SMG/S-IV, 2 posts), Senior Manager – MSME Relationship & Appraisal (MMG/S-III, 5 posts), and Manager – Finance & Accounts (MMG/S-II, 4 posts). Candidates holding qualifications such as CA, CMA, CFA, MBA/PGDM in Finance/Banking, or B.E./B.Tech with mandatory post-qualification industry experience are eligible to apply. Remuneration adheres to the newly revised 12th Bipartite Settlement scales with starting basic pay from ₹64,820 (Scale II) to ₹1,02,300 (Scale IV), supplemented by leased accommodation, DA, HRA, and medical facilities. The selection methodology incorporates application shortlisting followed by Personal Interview / Group Discussion. Online applications remain open from 28 October 2026 until 17 November 2026 (11:59 PM).

✨ Copilot Highlights

Prestigious public sector banking career with India's leading international bank.
11 specialist officer positions across Middle Management (Scale II & III) and Senior Management (Scale IV) cadres.
Comprehensive 12th Bipartite pay package with starting basic pay ranging from ₹64,820 to ₹1,02,300 plus generous executive perks.
Role spectrum includes Chief Manager (Risk Management), Senior Manager (MSME), and Manager (Finance & Accounts).
Streamlined merit-based selection through profile shortlisting and Personal Interview.
Pan-India posting with central corporate placement at Mumbai Baroda Corporate Centre and major zonal offices.
Online registration active from 28 October 2026 to 17 November 2026 at bankofbaroda.in.

Age Limit & Eligibility Calculator

Minimum Age

24 Years

Maximum Age

40 Years

* Age calculated as on: 1 October 2026

Category-Wise Age Relaxations:

Other Backward Classes (OBC - Non Creamy Layer): +3 Years

Scheduled Caste (SC) / Scheduled Tribe (ST): +5 Years

Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD): +10 Years

Ex-Servicemen / Emergency Commissioned Officers: +5 Years

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Educational Eligibility: ANY GRADUATE, ANY POST GRADUATE, CA ICWA CS, MBA PGDM, B TECH BE

Important Dates & Timeline

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Notification Released

28 October 2026

Application Start Date

28 October 2026

Last Date to Apply

17 November 2026

Exam Date

28 December 2026

Vacancy Breakdown

Post Name	Vacancies	Eligibility
Chief Manager – Risk Management (SMG/S-IV)	2	Full-time B.E./B.Tech/CA/CFA/FRM or MBA (Finance) with minimum 7 years post-qualification experience in Credit Risk, Market Risk, or Operational Risk modeling in Scheduled Commercial Banks
Senior Manager – MSME Relationship & Appraisal (MMG/S-III)	5	Graduation degree with 2-year full-time MBA/PGDM in Banking/Finance or CA/CMA, plus minimum 5 years post-qualification experience in MSME credit appraisal, processing, and relationship management
Manager – Finance & Accounts (MMG/S-II)	4	Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA) or Cost & Management Accountant (CMA) with minimum 2 years post-qualification experience in financial reporting, taxation, or auditing in commercial banks or NBFCs

Compensation & 7th CPC Pay Matrix

Pay Scale & In-Hand Salary Simulator

Pay Level / Grade: Scale II: ₹64,820 – ₹93,960 | Scale III: ₹85,920 – ₹1,05,280 | Scale IV: ₹1,02,300 – ₹1,20,940 (Revised under 12th Bipartite Settlement)

Official Pay Scale

₹64,820 – ₹1,20,940

Select Posting City Tier (Calculates HRA & In-Hand):

Ministry of Finance City Classification

Covered Locations: State Capitals & cities with 5–50 lakh population (e.g. Jaipur, Lucknow, Patna, Bhopal, Chandigarh)

Monthly Allowances & Earnings

Tier Y

Basic Pay₹64,820

Dearness Allowance (DA)18%

₹11,668

House Rent Allowance (HRA)18%

₹11,668

Transport Allowance (TA)₹4,248

Gross Monthly Salary₹92,404

Standard Deductions

Statutory

National Pension System (NPS)10% (Basic+DA)

-₹7,649

CGHS / Health Insurance-₹650

Group Insurance (CGEGIS)-₹60

Total Deductions-₹8,359

Estimated Monthly In-Hand in Class Y (Tier-2 Cities)

₹84,045

/ month (take-home)

Credited directly to the candidate's salary account after statutory NPS (10%) and medical deductions.

Approx Annual Gross (CTC)

₹11.09 LPA

Verified Statutory Pay Rules & Legal Disclaimer

Statutory Rules Disclaimer: The in-hand salary figures displayed above are illustrative estimates computed under 7th Central Pay Commission (7th CPC) / State Government Pay Matrix norms (Basic Pay + Dearness Allowance + City-Tier HRA + Transport Allowance minus statutory 10% NPS and health insurance contributions). Actual net monthly take-home on the candidate's official pay slip will vary based on exact posting location, city classification, entitlement/opting of government quarters (which waives HRA), and department-specific allowances. For binding statutory terms, please refer to the official recruitment notification.

Scheme of Examination & Syllabus

Exam Pattern & Detailed Syllabus

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Stage 1: Shortlisting & Personal Interview / Group Discussion

Exam Mode: In-Person / Virtual Personal Interview

45 Minutes

Total Marks: 100

Negative Marking: Not Applicable

Subject / Section	No. of Questions	Max Marks	Duration
Personal Interview & Professional Competency Assessment	1	100	45 min

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Official Application Protocol

How to Apply Online: Step-by-Step Guide

Keep all required educational certificates, scanned photograph, and signature ready before opening the application form.

Navigate to the Bank of Baroda official website at https://www.bankofbaroda.in.

Click on 'Careers' located in the header or footer, and then select 'Current Opportunities'.

Locate 'Recruitment of Specialist Officers in Bank of Baroda (Advt. No. BOB/HRM/REC/ADVT/2026/19)' and review the detailed advertisement.

Click on the 'Apply Online' link corresponding to the desired post (Chief Manager Risk / Senior Manager MSME / Manager Finance).

Fill in personal details, educational qualifications, post-qualification employment history, and work achievements.

Upload scanned copies of recent photograph, signature, detailed resume (CV), educational certificates, and experience letters.

Carefully preview the filled application form and rectify any discrepancies before final submission.

Pay the non-refundable application fee (₹600 for Gen/OBC/EWS, ₹100 for SC/ST/PwBD/Women + GST) via the integrated payment gateway.

Download and print the completed application form and payment confirmation receipt for future interview verification.

Document Upload Specifications

Verified Official Format

Recent Passport Size Color Photograph

20 KB to 50 KB, JPG/JPEG format, light background, taken within last 3 months

Candidate Signature

10 KB to 20 KB, JPG/JPEG format, on white paper with black ink pen

Comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (Resume)

PDF format up to 500 KB, outlining chronological work experience and responsibilities

Educational Certificates & Professional Memberships

PDF format up to 1 MB, Graduation, Post-Graduation, CA/CMA/CFA/FRM passing certificates and marksheets

Work Experience Certificates & Relieving Letters

PDF format up to 2 MB, certifying required duration and functional designation from previous/current employers

Caste / Category / PwBD Certificate (if applicable)

PDF format up to 500 KB, in the prescribed Government of India format

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Application Fee Details

General / OBC / EWS Candidates₹600

SC / ST / PwBD / Women Candidates (Intimation Charges)₹100

Payment Modes: Online payment via Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, or UPI through payment gateway (plus applicable GST)

Selection Process

Stage 1: Preliminary Screening and Shortlisting of Applications based on Qualification & Experience

Stage 2: Personal Interview (PI) and/or Group Discussion (GD) (100 Marks)

Stage 3: Document Verification (DV) and Biometric Authentication

Stage 4: Pre-Employment Medical Examination and Final Offer Letter

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the posts announced in Bank of Baroda Specialist Officer Recruitment 2026?

Under Advt BOB/HRM/REC/ADVT/2026/19, Bank of Baroda has announced 11 vacancies: Chief Manager - Risk Management (2 posts, Scale IV), Senior Manager - MSME Relationship & Appraisal (5 posts, Scale III), and Manager - Finance & Accounts (4 posts, Scale II).

What is the educational qualification and experience required?

Chief Manager (Risk) requires B.E./B.Tech/CA/CFA/MBA Finance with 7+ years relevant experience; Senior Manager (MSME) requires Graduation + MBA/PGDM (Banking/Finance) or CA/CMA with 5+ years experience; Manager (Finance) requires CA or CMA qualification with 2+ years experience in commercial banking or NBFC financial reporting.

What is the pay scale for Bank of Baroda Specialist Officers under 12th BPS?

Scale II Manager: ₹64,820 – ₹93,960; Scale III Senior Manager: ₹85,920 – ₹1,05,280; Scale IV Chief Manager: ₹1,02,300 – ₹1,20,940. In addition, officers are entitled to Dearness Allowance, HRA/Bank leased accommodation, special allowances, LFC, and medical benefits.

What is the age limit for BOB Specialist Officer recruitment 2026?

As on 01 October 2026: Manager (Scale II) is 24 to 34 years; Senior Manager (Scale III) is 26 to 37 years; Chief Manager (Scale IV) is 28 to 40 years. Standard relaxations apply for OBC (3 years), SC/ST (5 years), and PwBD (10 years).

What is the selection process for BOB SO Recruitment 2026?

The selection will be based on preliminary shortlisting of eligible candidates according to qualification and experience, followed by a Personal Interview (PI) and/or Group Discussion (GD) evaluated out of 100 marks.

What is the application fee for Bank of Baroda SO posts?

General, OBC, and EWS candidates must pay ₹600 plus applicable taxes. SC, ST, PwBD, and Women candidates are required to pay an intimation charge of ₹100 plus applicable taxes.

What are the key dates for BOB Advt 19/2026?

Online application and fee payment commences on 28 October 2026 and closes on 17 November 2026 (11:59 PM). Interviews are tentatively expected in late December 2026.

How do I apply for BOB Specialist Officer 2026 vacancies?

Candidates must visit bankofbaroda.in/career/current-opportunities, select Advt 19/2026, complete the online application form with personal, educational, and experience records, upload resume and certificates, pay the fee online, and submit the form.