Bank of India SO Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 205 Specialist Officer Posts (Scale I, II, III & IV)
Advt No: Project No. 2026-27/02
Total Vacancies
205 Posts
Eligibility
B TECH BE
Salary Range
₹48,480 - ₹1,20,940
Last Date to Apply
25 September 2026
About this Recruitment
Bank of India (BOI), a leading public sector bank, has notified recruitment for 205 Specialist Officer (SO) vacancies across Scale I to Scale IV under Project No. 2026-27/02. Positions cover Information Technology (Full-Stack, Cloud, Data, DevOps), Information Security, Law, and Risk Management. The recruitment offers revised 12th Bipartite Settlement pay scales ranging from Scale I (₹48,480 - ₹85,920) to Scale IV (₹1,02,300 - ₹1,20,940) plus bank leased accommodation, petrol allowances, and medical aid. Selection comprises an IBPS online test followed by a personal interview. Online registration is active from 10 September 2026 to 25 September 2026 at bankofindia.bank.in.
✨ Copilot Highlights
- Bank of India Specialist Officer recruitment announced for 205 regular officer vacancies (Project No. 2026-27/02)
- Scale-wise post distribution: Scale I (60 posts), Scale II (55 posts), Scale III (50 posts), Scale IV (40 posts)
- Specialized streams: Information Technology, Cloud Engineering, Cyber Defence, Law, Risk Management, and Digital Banking
- Competitive revised 12th BPS pay scales ranging from ₹48,480 to ₹1,20,940 basic plus liberal banking perks
- Age eligibility: 21 to 38 years as of 01 August 2026 depending on the scale and role applied for
- Selection via IBPS Online Examination (175 marks) followed by Personal Interview (60 marks) in 80:20 weightage
- Application fee of ₹1,180 (General/EWS/OBC) and ₹175 (SC/ST/PwBD) payable online till 25 September 2026
Important Dates
Notification Released
1 August 2026
Application Start Date
10 September 2026
Last Date to Apply
25 September 2026
Vacancy Breakdown
| Post Name | Vacancies | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| IT Officer / Software Developer / Data Engineer (Scale I) | 60 | B TECH BE |
| Information Security / Cloud Engineer / DevOps Specialist (Scale II) | 55 | B TECH BE |
| Senior Manager (IT Risk / Cyber Defence / Law) (Scale III) | 50 | B TECH BE |
| Chief Manager (Full-Stack / Digital Platforms / Enterprise Architecture) (Scale IV) | 40 | B TECH BE |
Age Limit & Eligibility
Minimum Age
21 Years
Maximum Age
38 Years
* Age calculated as on 1 August 2026
Age Relaxations:
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Select your DOB and category (Calculated as on 1 August 2026)
Pay Scale & In-Hand Salary Structure
Pay Level / Grade: 12th Bipartite Settlement Pay Scale: Scale I (₹48,480 - ₹85,920) to Scale IV (₹1,02,300 - ₹1,20,940) + DA, HRA, CCA & Perks
Official Pay Scale
Scale I: ₹48,480 - ₹85,920 | Scale IV: ₹1,02,300 - ₹1,20,940
Estimated In-Hand Salary
Scale I: ₹68,000 - ₹74,000 / month | Scale IV: ₹1,28,000 - ₹1,40,000 / month
Exam Pattern & Detailed Syllabus
Stage 1: Online Objective Written Examination (IBPS)
Exam Mode: Computer-Based Test (Objective Multiple Choice)
| Subject / Section | No. of Questions | Max Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Professional Knowledge (Subject Stream Specific) | 60 | 100 | 60 min |
| English Language with special reference to Banking | 30 | 25 | 30 min |
| General Awareness with special reference to Banking Industry | 60 | 50 | 60 min |
Key Subject-Wise Syllabus Topics
Professional Knowledge: Information Technology & Cyber Security
General Awareness with special reference to Banking
English Language with special reference to Banking
How to Apply Online: Step-by-Step Guide
Keep all required documents, scanned photograph, and signature ready before starting the form.
Visit the Bank of India official careers page at [bankofindia.bank.in/career](https://bankofindia.bank.in/career).
Click on 'Recruitment of Specialist Officers - Project No. 2026-27/02' and then select 'Apply Online' which opens the dedicated IBPS application portal.
Click on 'Click here for New Registration' and enter your basic contact details (Full Name, Mobile Number, Email ID) to generate your Provisional Registration Number and Password.
Log in with your credentials and complete the detailed application form by entering your category, domicile, educational qualifications, and work experience.
Upload scanned copies of your recent passport photograph (20-50 KB), signature (10-20 KB), left thumb impression (20-50 KB), and hand-written declaration (50-100 KB).
Review the application preview carefully to ensure all uploaded documents and spellings are accurate before final submission.
Proceed to the integrated payment gateway and pay the requisite application fee online (₹1,180 for Gen/OBC/EWS; ₹175 for SC/ST/PwBD).
Download and take a printout of the e-receipt and the fully completed application form containing transaction details for your records.
Recent Color Passport Photograph
20 KB to 50 KB, JPG/JPEG format, light/white background, dimensions 200 x 230 pixels
Candidate Signature
10 KB to 20 KB, JPG/JPEG format, on white paper with black ink, dimensions 140 x 60 pixels
Left Thumb Impression
20 KB to 50 KB, JPG/JPEG format, on white paper with black or blue ink
Hand-Written Declaration Text
50 KB to 100 KB, JPG/JPEG format, clearly handwritten in English on white paper with black ink
Class 10th (Matriculation) Certificate
Proof of date of birth and spelling of name
Engineering / Law / Post Graduate Degree & Consolidated Marksheets
Recognized B.Tech/MCA/LLB degree certificates showing minimum 60% aggregate marks
Work Experience Certificates & Relieving Letters
Official letters detailing designation, duration, and job profile from previous employers (for Scale II, III, IV)
Category Certificate (SC / ST / OBC-NCL / EWS / PwBD)
Standard Government of India format certificate issued by designated revenue authority
Application Fee
Payment Modes: MasterCard, Visa, RuPay Debit / Credit Cards, Internet Banking, IMPS, Cash Cards / Mobile Wallets, UPI
Selection Process
Frequently Asked Questions
What posts are covered under Bank of India Specialist Officer (SO) Recruitment 2026?
The recruitment covers 205 posts across four officer grades: Scale I (IT Officer, Software Developer, Data Engineer), Scale II (Cloud Engineer, DevOps, Information Security), Scale III (Senior Manager - IT Risk, Cyber Defence, Law), and Scale IV (Chief Manager - Full-Stack, Digital Platforms, Enterprise Architecture).
What is the educational qualification required for BOI Specialist Officers?
For IT / Technical streams: 4-year B.E./B.Tech degree in Computer Science, IT, Electronics, or MCA / M.Sc (IT/CS) with minimum 60% marks. For Law Officer: Bachelor's degree in Law (LLB) with minimum 60% marks and Bar Council enrollment. Relevant post-qualification experience is required for Scale II (2 years), Scale III (4 years), and Scale IV (7 years).
What is the age limit for Bank of India SO recruitment?
The age limit as on 01 August 2026 varies by scale: Scale I: 21 to 30 years; Scale II: 25 to 35 years; Scale III: 28 to 36 years; Scale IV: 30 to 38 years. Relaxation in upper age limit is 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC (Non-Creamy Layer), and 10 years for PwBD candidates.
What is the salary and pay scale for Bank of India Specialist Officers?
Salaries are governed by the 12th Bipartite Settlement: Scale I basic pay is ₹48,480 - ₹85,920 (gross ~₹75,000 - ₹82,000/month); Scale II is ₹64,820 - ₹93,960; Scale III is ₹85,920 - ₹1,05,280; Scale IV is ₹1,02,300 - ₹1,20,940 (gross ~₹1,45,000 - ₹1,60,000/month). Officers are also eligible for Bank Leased Accommodation, petrol conveyance, medical insurance, and performance bonuses.
What is the selection process and exam pattern for BOI SO?
Selection is based on an Online Examination (150 questions, 175 marks, 150 minutes) covering Professional Knowledge (60 Qs, 100 marks), English Language (30 Qs, 25 marks - qualifying), and General Awareness with special reference to Banking (60 Qs, 50 marks). Candidates qualifying in the test will be called for a Personal Interview (60 marks). Combined weightage is 80:20.
What is the application fee for Bank of India SO recruitment 2026?
The application fee including intimation charges and GST is ₹1,180 for General, OBC, and EWS candidates. For SC, ST, and PwBD candidates, the intimation charge is ₹175. Fee must be paid online via debit/credit card, net banking, or UPI by 25 September 2026.
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