Indian Bank SO Recruitment 2026
350 Specialist Officer Vacancies | Scale I, II & III | 31 Post Codes
Indian Bank, a leading Nationalised Bank and Schedule-A Public Sector Bank headquartered in Chennai, has released its Specialist Officers (SO) Recruitment 2026 notification dated 08 April 2026. A total of 350 vacancies across 31 specialist post codes are available at Scale I (Assistant Manager), Scale II (Manager) and Scale III (Senior Manager) levels. Disciplines span Information Technology, Credit, Finance, Risk Management, Forex/Treasury, Wealth Management, HR, Marketing, Security and Civil Engineering. Online applications are open from 8 April to 28 April 2026 at ibpsreg.ibps.in.
Indian Bank traces its origin to 1907 and stands as one of India's oldest and most trusted Public Sector Banks with over 5,700 branches nationwide and a particularly strong presence in South India. Owned by the Government of India under the Ministry of Finance, Indian Bank plays a pivotal role in priority sector lending, digital banking, and financial inclusion across the country.
The SO Recruitment 2026 drive covers an impressive breadth of specialist roles — from cutting-edge technology domains like datacenter operations, information security, DBA, network operations, application development and data analytics, to core banking functions like corporate credit appraisal, financial analysis, and chartered accountancy, to market-facing roles in forex trading, wealth management, and marketing. This diversity makes the 2026 SO drive one of the most comprehensive specialist recruitment campaigns by any PSU bank this year.
The recruitment is conducted through IBPS (Institute of Banking Personnel Selection). Candidates apply at ibpsreg.ibps.in. Depending on the volume of applications received, Indian Bank will decide whether to conduct a Written/Online Test before the Interview or directly shortlist candidates for the Interview based on application screening. All 350 posts are permanent, regular positions with benefits governed by Indian Bank Officers Service Regulations and IBA settlement terms.
- A candidate can apply for only ONE post code out of the 31 post codes. Multiple applications from the same candidate will result in only the latest valid completed application being retained.
- Application fees paid for rejected/duplicate registrations are non-refundable and non-transferable.
- The Bank also reserves the right to consider a candidate for any other post in this advertisement (other than the one applied for) if the candidate meets the eligibility criteria for that post — at the Bank's sole discretion.
| Code | Post Name | Scale | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | UR | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Information Technology Department25 Posts | ||||||||
| 1 | Manager — DC Operations | II | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 4 |
| 2 | Manager — Information Security Operations | II | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 3 |
| 3 | Manager — DBA (Database Administrator) | II | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 5 |
| 4 | Manager — Network Operations | II | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 3 |
| 5 | Manager — Application Developer | II | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 3 |
| 6 | Manager — API Developer | II | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 4 |
| 7 | Manager — Data Analyst | II | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 3 |
| Accounts Department10 Posts | ||||||||
| 8 | Manager — Chartered Accountant | II | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 6 | 10 |
| Credit Department100 Posts | ||||||||
| 9 | Senior Manager — Credit | III | 3 | 2 | 5 | 3 | 7 | 20 |
| 10 | Manager — Credit | II | 12 | 7 | 23 | 9 | 29 | 80 |
| Finance Department100 Posts | ||||||||
| 11 | Senior Manager — Finance | III | 3 | 2 | 5 | 3 | 7 | 20 |
| 12 | Manager — Finance | II | 12 | 7 | 23 | 9 | 29 | 80 |
| Financial Analyst50 Posts | ||||||||
| 13 | Senior Manager — Financial Analyst | III | 2 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 10 |
| 14 | Manager — Financial Analyst | II | 6 | 3 | 10 | 5 | 16 | 40 |
| Risk Management Department15 Posts | ||||||||
| 15 | Senior Manager — Model Validator | III | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 4 |
| 16 | Senior Manager — IT Risk Management | III | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| 17 | Senior Manager — Data Analyst | III | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 |
| 18 | Senior Manager — Risk Management | III | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 6 |
| 19 | Senior Manager — Climate Risk | III | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 |
| Forex / Trade Finance & Treasury9 Posts | ||||||||
| 20 | Senior Manager — Forex Dealer (USD/INR) | III | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 4 |
| 21 | Senior Manager — Forex Dealer (Cross-Currency) | III | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| 22 | Senior Manager — Domestic Dealer (Rupee Derivatives) | III | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| 23 | Senior Manager — Domestic Dealer (Equity/MFs) | III | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| 24 | Senior Manager — Domestic Dealer (NSLR) | III | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 25 | Senior Manager — Domestic Dealer (SLR) | III | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 |
| Wealth Management / HR / Marketing25 Posts | ||||||||
| 26 | Manager — Wealth Management | II | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 5 |
| 27 | Manager — HR | II | 1 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 4 | 10 |
| 28 | Manager — Marketing | II | 1 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 4 | 10 |
| Security & Estate Department15 Posts | ||||||||
| 29 | Assistant Manager — Security | I | 1 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 4 | 10 |
| 30 | Assistant Manager — Civil Engineer | I | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 4 |
| 31 | Assistant Manager — Architect | I | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Grand Total | 52 | 25 | 92 | 34 | 147 | 350 | ||
- Vacancies are provisional and may vary based on actual Bank requirements.
- PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disabilities) reservation is on horizontal basis — selected PwBD candidates are placed in their appropriate vertical category (SC/ST/OBC/UR).
- OC (Orthopedically Challenged): Posts 9, 10, 13 (1 each). HI (Hearing Impaired): Posts 11, 12, 28 (1 each). ID (Intellectual Disability): Posts 12, 27 (1 each).
- Post 29 (Assistant Manager — Security) is NOT identified for PwBD reservation.
- EWS vacancies are provisional and subject to Government of India directives and any court orders.
Scale: ₹48,480 – ₹85,920
Increments: ₹2,000 (×7), ₹2,340 (×2), ₹2,680 (×7)
Scale: ₹64,820 – ₹93,960
Increments: ₹2,340 (×1), ₹2,680 (×10)
Scale: ₹85,920 – ₹1,05,280
Increments: ₹2,680 (×5), ₹2,980 (×2)
- DA (Dearness Allowance): As per IBA / Bank rules, revised periodically
- CCA (City Compensatory Allowance): Based on posting location
- HRA / Leased Accommodation: As per Bank rules or leased housing
- Leave Fare Concession (LFC), Medical Aid, Hospitalisation Benefits
- Retirement Benefits: Pension, Provident Fund as per applicable scheme
- All perquisites governed by Indian Bank Officers Service Regulations 1979 and IBA settlement terms
• 4-year B.E./B.Tech in Computer Science / IT / Electronics / E&TC / E&C / E&I, OR
• Post Graduate Degree in Electronics / CS / IT / Computer Applications, OR
• NIELIT 'B' Level (formerly DOEACC 'B' Level)
Experience: Minimum 3 years post-qualification IT experience (specific to each role) — DC Operations, Info Security, DBA, Network, App Dev, API Dev, Data Analytics
Mandatory Certifications: Role-specific (VMware, CISSP/CISA/CISM, OCA, CCNA, etc.)
Desirable: ICMA / CFA additional qualification; IndAS certification
Experience: Minimum 1 year post-qualification experience in Accounts & Finance / Taxation / IndAS
Experience: 2 years (Scale II, age up to 34) or 4 years (Scale III, age up to 36) in Corporate Credit / Mid-Corporate Credit as an officer in Scheduled Public/Large Private Sector Banks or RBI-approved Rating Agencies
Experience: 3–5 years in banking/PSU/NBFC in risk management verticals
Experience: Minimum 3 years in Public/Private/Foreign Banks or Primary Dealers/Mutual Funds handling the specific trading desk (USD/INR Interbank, Cross-Currency, Rupee Derivatives, Equity/MF ETF, NSLR, SLR)
Mandatory Certifications: NISM (Mutual Fund Distribution) + IRDAI (Life & Non-Life Insurance)
Experience: Minimum 2 years as Relationship Manager / Wealth Manager / Financial Advisor at Banks/Broking/AMC. Must have managed HNI/affluent client portfolios with minimum TRV of ₹25 lakh.
Marketing (Code 28): Graduation + 2-year full-time MBA/PGDM with specialization in Marketing. 3 years full-time experience in Marketing roles within Banks/Financial Institutions/NBFCs.
Experience (one of): JCO or equivalent with 5+ years in rank in Army/Navy/Air Force, OR Police Officer (Inspector rank) with 5+ years as Sub-Inspector and above, OR Inspector equivalent with 5+ years in Paramilitary Forces
Medical: SHAPE-1 in Army or equivalent | Conduct: Exemplary — no disciplinary/vigilance cases
Must be: Finally discharged/relieved from service (Discharge Certificate/PPO mandatory)
Architect (Code 31): Full-time B.Arch with valid Council of Architect (CoA) registration. Mandatory: Revit certification. 3 years experience in planning, designing, supervision of multistoried commercial/institutional projects.
- SC / ST: 5 years relaxation over maximum age
- OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 years relaxation
- PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disabilities): 10 years relaxation
- Ex-Servicemen (with 5+ years military service): 5 years relaxation
- Persons affected by 1984 riots: 5 years relaxation
- Age relaxation details specified are applicable to General/EWS maximum age limits. Category certificates must be in GoI-prescribed format issued by competent authority.
- Fee can be paid online via Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, or UPI through the IBPS application portal.
- Payment window: 8 April 2026 to 28 April 2026 (both days inclusive).
- An e-Receipt is generated on successful payment — download and keep it safe.
- Non-generation of e-Receipt indicates payment failure — log in again and retry.
- Do NOT press Back or Refresh during payment to avoid double charges.
- Bank transaction charges for the payment process are borne by the candidate.
| Component | Subject | Questions | Max Marks | Medium | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Written / Online Test (if conducted) | English Language | 20 | 20 | English only | 20 min |
| Professional Knowledge (Domain) | 60 | 120 | English & Hindi | 60 min | |
| Reasoning Ability | 20 | 20 | English & Hindi | 20 min | |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 20 | 20 | English & Hindi | 20 min | |
| Total (Written Test) | 120 Questions | 180 Marks | 2 Hours | ||
| Interview | Personality Test / Technical Interview | — | 100 Marks | English / as applicable | As scheduled |
SC / ST / OBC / PwBD candidates: Minimum 35% in both Written Test and Interview separately
Candidates must qualify both components individually to be considered for the merit list.
If Shortlisting + Interview only: Weightage = 100% Interview Score
Tie-breaking: In case of equal final scores, the senior (older) candidate is ranked higher.
Visit the Official Bank Website & Navigate to Careers
Go to www.indianbank.bank.in → click on the Careers section → select "Recruitment of Specialist Officers – 2026". Or directly access the IBPS registration portal at ibpsreg.ibps.in/ibsofeb26/.
New Registration — Generate Registration Number & Password
Click "Click here for New Registration". Enter your name, contact details and email ID. A Provisional Registration Number and Password will be generated and sent to your registered email and mobile. Note these down carefully — you'll need them to log back in if the form is saved and resumed.
Fill Application Form — Choose ONLY ONE Post Code
Log in and complete all sections of the application form. Select only one post code (1 to 31). Fill in educational qualifications, certifications (mandatory and desirable as applicable to your post), post-qualification work experience details, and personal information accurately. Use "Save & Next" to save progress. No changes are permitted after final submission.
Upload Documents — Photograph, Signature, Thumb Impression & Declaration
Upload: Passport-size photograph (4.5cm × 3.5cm, 20–50 KB, JPG), Signature in black ink on white paper (10–20 KB), Left Thumb Impression on white paper in black/blue ink (20–50 KB), Hand-written declaration in English (not in capitals): "I, [Name], hereby declare that all the information submitted by me in the application form is correct, true and valid. I will present the supporting documents as and when required." Signature in CAPITAL LETTERS is NOT accepted.
Preview & Final Submission
Click "Preview" to review all entered details and uploaded documents. Verify everything is correct. Once you click "Complete Registration", no further changes can be made. After final submission, you're directed to the payment page.
Pay Application Fee
Pay ₹175 (SC/ST/PwBD) or ₹1,000 (all others) inclusive of GST via Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, or UPI. An e-Receipt is generated on success. Wait for server confirmation — do not press Back or Refresh. Download and print the e-Receipt.
Download & Keep Application Printout
After payment, download and print your application form and e-Receipt. Keep both safely for the entire recruitment process duration. Note: Your application/payment printout may not be available after call letters are issued. Apply well before 28 April 2026 to avoid last-minute website congestion.
- Only one application per candidate — multiple applications result in only the latest being kept; earlier fees are forfeited.
- Once submitted, no changes to any field are permitted — verify all entries before clicking Final Submit.
- Name spelling in application must exactly match certificates/marksheets. Any discrepancy may disqualify the candidature.
- Signature in CAPITAL LETTERS is rejected at any stage.
- Call letters for Test/Interview are NOT sent by post — download only from indianbank.bank.in or IBPS portal using Registration Number and Password/Date of Birth.
- Carry a valid Photo ID proof (same name as application) to the Test/Interview — Ration Card and Learner's Driving Licence are NOT accepted as valid ID.
- Biometric data (right thumb impression or IRIS scan) will be captured at the test centre and at joining.
- The Bond amount (₹2L/₹3L) is payable if you resign before completing 2 years of service.
- Scale I (AM — Codes 29, 30, 31): Basic Pay ₹48,480 — scales up to ₹85,920
- Scale II (Manager — Codes 1–8, 10, 12, 14, 26, 27, 28): Basic Pay ₹64,820 — scales up to ₹93,960
- Scale III (Senior Manager — Codes 9, 11, 13, 15–25): Basic Pay ₹85,920 — scales up to ₹1,05,280
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