An official recruitment advertisement (Advertisement No: CRPD/SCO/2026-27/28) has been published by State Bank of India (SBI), Central Recruitment & Promotion Department (CRPD), Corporate Centre, Mumbai. It lists 60 regular Specialist Cadre Officers vacancies for Manager (Security) [MMGS-III] and Deputy Manager (Security) [MMGS-II]. Eligible applicants include Commissioned Officers from the Indian Armed Forces (Army, Navy, Air Force) or Officers from Central Para-Military Forces who have a Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline and SHAPE-1 medical fitness. The official SBI careers portal accepts online applications from eligible candidates between 04 November 2026 and 25 November 2026.
Important Dates
| Advertisement Number | CRPD/SCO/2026-27/28 |
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| Online Registration & Fee Payment Begin | 04 November 2026 |
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| Last Date to Apply Online | 25 November 2026 |
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| Last Date for Online Fee Payment | 25 November 2026 |
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| Download of Online Exam Call Letters | December 2026 |
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| Online Written Examination | December 2026 / January 2027 |
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| Personal Interview Schedule | January / February 2027 |
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| Final Result Declaration | February 2027 |
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Application Fee
| General / EWS / OBC Candidates | Rs. 750/- |
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| SC / ST Candidates | Rs. 0/- (Nil / Exempted) |
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| Fee Nature | Non-refundable |
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| Payment Mode | Pay the application fee online through Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, or UPI payment gateway. |
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Age Limit (as on 31/10/2026)
| Minimum Age Limit | 25 Years |
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| Maximum Age Limit | 40 Years |
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| Crucial Date for Age Calculation | 31 October 2026 |
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| Upper age relaxation is admissible for SC, ST, OBC (NCL), and PwBD candidates as per Government of India guidelines. |
Pay Scale Details
| Manager (Security) [MMGS-III] | Rs. 85,920 - 1,05,820/- + DA, HRA, CCA, PF, NPS, Medical, LFC |
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| Deputy Manager (Security) [MMGS-II] | Rs. 64,820 - 93,960/- + applicable allowances |
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SBI Security Officer Vacancy Details 2026: Total 60 Posts
| Educational Qualification | Graduate (Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline) from a Government recognized University or Institution. |
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| Experience for Manager (Security) [MMGS-III] | An Officer not below the Rank of Major in Indian Army or equivalent Rank in Indian Navy / Air Force with minimum 10 years of commissioned service; OR An Officer not below the Rank of Deputy Commandant in Para-Military Forces (BSF, CRPF, CISF, ITBP, SSB) with minimum 10 years of service as an Officer. |
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| Experience for Deputy Manager (Security) [MMGS-II] | An Officer not below the rank of Captain in Indian Army or equivalent Rank in Indian Navy / Air Force with minimum 05 years of commissioned service; OR An Officer not below the Rank of Assistant Commandant in Para-Military Forces with minimum 05 years of service as an Officer. |
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| Medical Standard | Medical fitness in SHAPE-1 or an equivalent medical category is mandatory. |
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Scheme of Online Written Examination & Selection Criteria
| Test Section / Subject | No. of Questions | Maximum Marks | Duration |
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| Reasoning Ability (Qualifying only) | 50 | 25 | 30 Minutes |
| English Language (Qualifying only) | 50 | 50 | 30 Minutes |
| General Awareness (Qualifying only) | 50 | 25 | 25 Minutes |
| Professional Knowledge (PK) (Merit Reckoning) | 50 | 100 | 35 Minutes |
| Total Composite Test | 200 | 200 | 120 Minutes (2 Hours) |
| Merit Calculation | Reasoning Ability, English Language, and General Awareness are qualifying in nature. Only the marks scored in the Professional Knowledge (PK) paper will be considered for merit listing. |
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| Negative Marking | There will be NO penalty for wrong answers in the Objective Test. |
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| Personal Interview | Interview carries 100 marks. Candidates qualifying the written test will be shortlisted for the interview. |
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| Final Weightage | Written Test (Professional Knowledge) normalized to 70% weightage and Interview normalized to 30% weightage for final merit empanelment. |
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How to Apply Online for SBI Security Officer Recruitment 2026
- Open sbi.bank.in/web/careers/current-openings, the official careers portal for State Bank of India.
- Find Advertisement No. CRPD/SCO/2026-27/28 by scrolling down. Look for Specialist Cadre Officers (Manager & Deputy Manager Security).
- Choose “Apply Online” to begin registration. Enter your Name, Email ID, Date of Birth, and Mobile Number.
- Save the provisional Registration Number and the Password shown on your screen.
- Enter your detailed academic records and rank details. Add your armed forces / paramilitary service record and medical category (SHAPE-1).
- Upload all prescribed documents using the required formats. Provide a recent passport-size colour photograph (20-50 KB, JPG), plus a live photo captured through the webcam. Upload your signature on white paper using black ink (10-20 KB, JPG). Include a Left-hand thumb impression (JPG), along with a Hand-Written Declaration (50-100 KB, JPG). Upload ID Proof, Brief Resume, Educational Certificates, and proof of Date of Birth (PDF up to 500 KB). Provide the Discharge Book / Serving Certificate bearing the Commanding Officer’s signature / Medical Board Certificate (PDF). Include the Latest Salary Slip / Form-16 / NOC (PDF, if applicable).
- Choose your preferred examination centers throughout India.
- Make the online payment of Rs. 750/- as the non-refundable application fee. SC/ST candidates are exempted from paying this fee.
- Check the preview of your filled application carefully. Submit the form before 25 November 2026.
- Save and print the completed system-generated application form along with the payment e-receipt for future reference. SBI does not require hard copies to be sent.
Important Links
Before Applying
Before you submit the online application, check the official notification for full details on eligibility, education qualification, age limits, fee rules, and other terms.
Frequently asked questions
What are the important dates for SBI Manager, Deputy Manager Recruitment 2026?
Advertisement Number: CRPD/SCO/2026-27/28; Online Registration & Fee Payment Begin: 04 November 2026; Last Date to Apply Online: 25 November 2026; Last Date for Online Fee Payment: 25 November 2026.
What is the application fee for SBI Manager, Deputy Manager Recruitment 2026?
General / EWS / OBC Candidates: Rs. 750/-; SC / ST Candidates: Rs. 0/- (Nil / Exempted); Fee Nature: Non-refundable.
What is the age limit for SBI Manager, Deputy Manager Recruitment 2026?
Minimum Age Limit: 25 Years; Maximum Age Limit: 40 Years.
Always confirm dates and fees on the official website before you apply.
