Bank of Baroda Specialist Officer (SO) Online Form 2026 (206 Posts) | Advt No. BOB/HRM/REC/ADVT/2026/15
Bank of Baroda (BOB) has released the recruitment notification for Specialist Officer / Managerial posts on a regular basis under Advertisement No. BOB/HRM/REC/ADVT/2026/15. This recruitment covers 206 vacancies across 22 posts in departments including Digital Banking, Facility Management, Information Security, Security, Enterprise Data Management Office (EDMO), and Corporate Accounts & Taxation Planning. Eligible candidates can apply online from 06 August 2026 to 26 August 2026. Read the complete details of the notification, including eligibility, age limit, application fee, vacancy distribution, selection process, and how to apply, given below.
About the Recruitment
Bank of Baroda has issued this notification to bring in experienced professionals directly at Specialist Officer and Managerial level rather than through the usual entry-level clerk or PO route. Since the recruitment spans 22 different posts with distinct qualification and experience requirements, this is best suited for candidates who already hold relevant post-qualification work experience of 2 to 10 years in their respective field. The highest number of vacancies has been released for Manager-Security and Facility Management positions, though opportunities also exist in Digital Banking, Information Security, Data Science, Taxation, Accounts, and Investor Relations. Candidates should be prepared to serve anywhere in India as per the bank’s requirement.
Important Dates
| Notification Release Date | 30/01/2026 |
| Application Begin | 06/08/2026 |
| Last Date for Apply Online | 26/08/2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 26/08/2026 |
| Selection Mode | Online Test + Document Verification + Group Discussion/Interview |
Application Fee
| General / EWS / OBC | ₹850 |
| SC / ST / PwD / ESM / Women | ₹175 |
| Payment Mode | Online (plus applicable payment gateway charges) |
The application fee/intimation charges are non-refundable once paid. It is advisable to keep a copy of the payment receipt for future reference in case of any discrepancy during the application process.
Age Limit (as on 01/08/2026)
| Minimum Age | 23 Years |
| Maximum Age | 43 Years (varies by post and scale) |
| Age Relaxation | As per Bank of Baroda norms for reserved categories |
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates applying for Specialist Officer posts should hold a B.E./B.Tech, MCA, CA, or a Graduation degree in the relevant discipline, along with required post-qualification experience ranging from 2 to 10 years depending on the specific post and scale applied for. Since eligibility, including educational qualification, experience, and age limit, varies significantly across the 22 post codes, candidates are strongly advised to check the detailed official notification PDF for the post-wise criteria before applying, and to ensure they meet all requirements as on 01 August 2026.
Vacancy Details (Total: 206 Posts)
| Department | Post Type |
|---|---|
| Digital Banking | Manager / Specialist Officer |
| Facility Management | Manager / Specialist Officer |
| Information Security | Manager / Specialist Officer |
| Security | Manager / Specialist Officer |
| Enterprise Data Management Office (EDMO) | Manager / Specialist Officer |
| Corporate Accounts & Taxation Planning | Manager / Specialist Officer |
The pay scale for these Specialist Officer posts is approximately ₹48,480–₹1,20,940 depending on the grade and scale of the post, along with allowances and other banking sector benefits as per Bank of Baroda norms.
Selection Process
Selection for Bank of Baroda Specialist Officer posts will be based on an Online Test covering Reasoning, English, Quantitative Aptitude, and Professional Knowledge, followed by Document Verification and a Group Discussion/Interview stage. Sections 1, 2, and 3 of the online test are qualifying in nature, meaning marks secured in these sections will not be added to the final result — only the Professional Knowledge section score is counted for merit. There is a negative marking of 0.25 mark for each wrong answer, so candidates should attempt questions carefully. The bank reserves the right to modify or add selection stages at its discretion.
Documents Required
Candidates should keep the following documents ready before starting the online application: recent passport-size photograph, scanned signature, educational qualification certificates and marksheets, experience certificates from previous employer(s), category certificate (if applicable), and a valid ID proof such as Aadhaar card or PAN card.
How to Apply Online
- Read the official notification carefully before applying.
- Visit the official website: bankofbaroda.bank.in
- Go to the Career/Current Opportunities section and select the SO Recruitment 2026 link.
- Complete New Registration by providing name, mobile number, email ID, and other required details.
- Fill in personal, educational, and experience details carefully.
- Upload photo, signature, and required documents in the specified format.
- Pay the application fee through the available online modes.
- Review the form carefully in preview mode before final submission.
- Submit the form and take a printout of the confirmation page for future reference.
Important Links
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Download Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | bankofbaroda.bank.in |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. What is the last date to apply for Bank of Baroda SO Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the online application and pay the fee is 26 August 2026.
Q2. How many vacancies are available?
A total of 206 posts are available across 22 Specialist Officer post codes.
Q3. What is the selection process for this recruitment?
Selection is through an Online Test followed by Document Verification and Group Discussion/Interview.
Q4. What is the application fee?
The application fee is ₹850 for General/EWS/OBC candidates and ₹175 for SC/ST/PwD/ESM/Women candidates.