State Bank of India (SBI) has released an official recruitment advertisement (Advt No. CRPD/SCO/2026-27/21) for the recruitment of Group Chief Information Security Officer (Group CISO) under Specialist Cadre Officer on a contractual basis. Eligible candidates possessing B.E/B.Tech, MCA, M.Tech, or M.Sc in Computer Science / IT / Cyber Security with 15-20 years of relevant professional experience can apply online from 4 September 2026 to 24 September 2026.
Important Dates
| Notification Release Date | 04 September 2026 |
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| Online Application Start Date | 04 September 2026 |
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| Last Date to Apply Online | 24 September 2026 |
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| Last Date for Fee Payment | 24 September 2026 |
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| Interview Date | To Be Notified Soon |
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Application Fee
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹750/- |
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| SC / ST / PwBD | ₹0/- (Exempted) |
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| Payment Mode | Online via Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking |
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Age Limit
| Maximum Age | 57 Years (as on 31.08.2026) |
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| Age Relaxation | As per State Bank of India Rules. |
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Eligibility
| Qualification | B.E / B.Tech / MCA / M.Tech / M.Sc in Computer Science / IT / ECE / Cyber Security with min 50% marks. |
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| Experience | 15 to 20 years post-qualification experience in IT / InfoSec (min 5 years in Senior Management). |
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| Preferred Certifications | CISSP / CISM / CCISO / CISA. |
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SBI Recruitment 2026: Vacancy & Remuneration Package
| Post Name | Total Vacancy | Annual CTC Package |
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| Group CISO (Chief Information Security Officer) | 01 (UR) | Up to ₹2.50 Crore per annum (Fixed & Variable Pay in 90:10 ratio) |
| Total Posts | 01 Post | - |
SBI Group CISO Recruitment 2026: Detailed Eligibility Criteria
| Educational Qualification | B.E / B.Tech / MCA / M.Tech / M.Sc in Computer Science, CSE, Software Engineering, Information Technology, Electronics, ECE, Cyber Security, or equivalent with minimum 50% marks. |
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| Preferred Professional Certifications | Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), Certified Chief Information Security Officer (CCISO), or Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA). |
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| Experience | 15-20 years of post-qualification experience in IT or Information Security in Banks, Large Corporates, PSUs, Financial Institutions, or Technology Consulting firms. |
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| Specific Domain Experience | Minimum 5 years of experience in Information Security, Cyber Security, or Cyber Defence in Banks/FIs at Senior Management Level. |
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How to Apply Online for SBI Group CISO Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official careers portal of State Bank of India: sbi.co.in/web/careers.
- Go to “Current Openings” and look for Advertisement No. CRPD/SCO/2026-27/21 (Recruitment of Group CISO).
- Click on “Apply Online” and complete the new user registration.
- Fill in all mandatory personal details, educational qualifications, detailed work experience, and contact info.
- Upload scanned copies of required documents, resume, certifications, photo, and signature in the prescribed format.
- Pay the non-refundable application fee of ₹750/- online (exempted for SC/ST/PwBD).
- Review the entered information carefully and click on Final Submit.
- Download and take a printout of the submitted application form and e-receipt for future reference.
Important Links
Before Applying
Please verify the official notification for complete eligibility, age limits, education qualification, fee rules, and other terms before submitting the online application.
Always confirm dates and fees on the official website before you apply.
