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SBI Specialist Cadre Officer Recruitment 2026 | Apply Online for 2 Manager (HR) Posts @ sbi.co.in

State Bank of India (SBI) has released the official notification for the recruitment of Specialist Cadre Officers on a Regular Basis. The SBI Specialist Cadre Officer Recruitment 2026 notification was published on 07 August 2026 with Advertisement No. CRPD/SCO/2026-27/12. A total of 02 vacancies have been announced for the posts of Manager (Manpower Planning & Recruitment) and Manager (Learning & Development) in Middle Management Grade Scale III. Eligible candidates can apply online through the official SBI website from 07 August 2026. The last date to submit the online application is 27 August 2026.

This is an excellent opportunity for experienced HR professionals with expertise in manpower planning, recruitment, learning & development, and HR analytics to join India's largest public sector bank at a middle management level.

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About State Bank of India (SBI)

State Bank of India (SBI) is India's largest public sector bank and a Fortune 500 company. Headquartered in Mumbai, SBI is a multinational banking and financial services conglomerate. SBI has been recognized as the "World's Best Consumer Bank" and won Gold in 4 categories at the Economic Times Human Capital Awards 2026. The bank offers a dynamic work environment, excellent career growth, and competitive remuneration for its employees.

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Recruitment Highlights

Feature	Details
Organization	State Bank of India (SBI)
Post Name	Manager (Manpower Planning & Recruitment) & Manager (Learning & Development)
Total Vacancies	02
Grade	Middle Management Grade - Scale III (MMGS-III)
Advertisement No.	CRPD/SCO/2026-27/12
Application Mode	Online
Employment Type	Regular (Permanent)
Probation Period	12 Months
Job Location	GITC, Navi Mumbai (Indicative)
Official Website	www.sbi.bank.in

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Important Dates

Event	Date
Notification Release Date	07 August 2026
Online Application Start Date	07 August 2026
Last Date to Apply Online	27 August 2026

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Vacancy Details

S.No	Post Name	Grade	UR Vacancies	Total	Age Limit
1	Manager (Manpower Planning & Recruitment)	MMGS-III	1	1	28-40 Years
2	Manager (Learning & Development)	MMGS-III	1	1	28-40 Years
	Total		2	2

Note: Place of posting is indicative only. Selected candidates may be posted anywhere in India at the sole discretion of the Bank.

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Educational Qualification

Post 1: Manager (Manpower Planning & Recruitment)

• Mandatory: MBA/PGDM/PGDBM or its equivalent with specialization in HR/HRD/HRM from institutions recognized by Government Bodies/AICTE/UGC.
• Preferred Certifications: (Certificate should be dated on or before 31 July 2026)
  • HR Analytics
  • OR SHRM-CP
  • OR SHRM-SCP

Post 2: Manager (Learning & Development)

• Mandatory: MBA/PGDM/PGDBM or its equivalent with specialization in HR/HRD/HRM from institutions recognized by Government Bodies/AICTE/UGC.
• Preferred Certifications: (Certificate should be dated on or before 31 July 2026)
  • HR Analytics
  • OR SHRM-CP
  • OR SHRM-SCP

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Experience Required

Post 1: Manager (Manpower Planning & Recruitment)

• Essential: Minimum 6 years of post-basic qualification experience in Human Resources, preferably in IT industry or IT Department/Vertical in the BFSI Sector.

Post 2: Manager (Learning & Development)

• Essential: Minimum 6 years of post-basic qualification experience in Human Resources/Training, preferably in IT industry or IT Department/Vertical in the BFSI Sector.

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Age Limit

• Minimum Age: 28 Years (as on 31 July 2026)
• Maximum Age: 40 Years (as on 31 July 2026)

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Application Fee

Category	Application Fee
General/EWS/OBC	₹ 750/-
SC/ST/PwBD	Nil

• Payment Mode: Online (Debit Card/Credit Card/Internet Banking)
• Fee once paid is non-refundable and cannot be adjusted for any other examination.

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Salary & Remuneration

Pay Scale (MMGS-III):

• ₹ 85920 - 2680/5 - 99320 - 2980/2 - 105280

Other Benefits:

• Dearness Allowance (DA)
• House Rent Allowance (HRA)
• City Compensatory Allowance (CCA)
• Provident Fund
• Contributory Pension Fund (NPS)
• Leave Fare Concession (LFC)
• Medical Facility
• Other perquisites as per rules in force from time to time

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Job Profile & Key Responsibilities

Post 1: Manager (Manpower Planning & Recruitment)

• Skill Gap Assessment
• Manpower Planning Exercise
• Conducting recruitment exercises
• Sourcing of applications
• Interaction with head-hunters and agencies
• Conducting Group Discussions & Interviews
• Salary negotiation and onboarding
• Implementation of productivity matrix and tools for driving efficiency
• Succession planning of key resources in an organization
• Managing HR function of a large-sized IT company
• Building and adopting best HR practices in recruitment and onboarding

Post 2: Manager (Learning & Development)

• Conducting Training Needs Assessment
• Design, develop and implement training and development policies
• Conduct skill gap analysis studies on regular basis
• Mapping Role based certifications for System officers
• Assist in building Competency Framework
• Engage with training partners/vendors in the industry
• Organising workshops and seminars with internal and external IT partners
• Conduct of Employees Engagement Activities
• Build effective Rewards & Recognition programmes
• Implementation of best HR practices with latest innovations/niche IT technologies in upskilling the employees
• Identifying niche areas in emerging technologies like AI/ML
• Oversee employee engagement, performance and career development programs

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Selection Process

• Phase 1 - Shortlisting: The shortlisting committee will decide the shortlisting parameters. Adequate number of candidates will be shortlisted for interview. Mere fulfilling minimum qualification and experience will not vest any right to be called for interview.
• Phase 2 - Interview: Interview will carry 100 marks. Qualifying marks will be decided by the Bank.
• Merit List: Merit list will be prepared in descending order based on scores obtained in interview only. In case of tie, candidates will be ranked according to age in descending order.

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How to Apply for SBI Specialist Cadre Officer Recruitment 2026

• Step 1: Visit the official SBI website at www.sbi.co.in and go to Careers → Current Openings.
• Step 2: Click on the link for "Recruitment of Specialist Cadre Officer on Regular Basis" – Advertisement No. CRPD/SCO/2026-27/12.
• Step 3: Read the detailed advertisement carefully and ensure eligibility.
• Step 4: Click on "Apply Online" and complete the registration process.
• Step 5: Fill all personal, educational, and other details correctly in the online application form.
• Step 6: Upload scanned images and documents:
  • Recent Photograph (20-50 kb, 200 x 230 pixels)
  • Signature (10-20 kb, 140 x 60 pixels)
  • Detailed Resume (PDF)
  • ID Proof (PDF)
  • Proof of Date of Birth (PDF)
  • Caste Certificate (if applicable) (PDF)
  • PwBD Certificate (if applicable) (PDF)
  • Mandatory Educational Certificates - Degree Certificate (PDF)
  • Experience Certificates (PDF)
  • Preferred Certificates (if any) (PDF)
  • Biodata Form (Duly filled, Signed & Scanned) (PDF)
  • Form-16/Offer Letter/Latest Salary Slip from current employer (PDF)
  • No Objection Certificate (mandatory if working in Govt/PSU/Nationalized Bank) (PDF)
• Step 7: Pay the application fee (if applicable) through online payment gateway.
• Step 8: Submit the application and take a printout of the system-generated application form for future reference.

Note: No change/edit will be allowed after final submission. Hard copy of application need not be sent to the Bank.

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Documents Required

• Recent Passport Size Colour Photograph
• Signature (on white paper with black ink)
• Detailed Resume (PDF format)
• ID Proof (Aadhar/PAN/Passport/Voter ID/Driving License)
• Proof of Date of Birth (10th Certificate/Birth Certificate)
• Caste Certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS) issued by Competent Authority (if applicable)
• PwBD Certificate (if applicable)
• MBA/PGDM/PGDBM Degree Certificate & Mark Sheets
• Experience Certificates (with detailed job profile and responsibilities)
• Preferred Certificates (HR Analytics/SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP) (if applicable)
• Biodata Form (available on Bank's website)
• Form-16/Offer Letter/Latest Salary Slip from current employer
• No Objection Certificate (if working in Govt/PSU/Nationalized Bank/SBI Group)

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Important Links

Description	Link
Official Website (SBI)	Click Here
Careers Portal	Click Here
Apply Online	Click Here
Download Notification PDF	Click Here
Download Biodata Format	Click Here

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Important Instructions

• Candidates can apply for both posts if otherwise eligible.
• The position of Manager (Manpower Planning & Recruitment) / Manager (Learning & Development) shall remain in specialist cadre with no provision for conversion into General cadre.
• Candidates serving in Govt/Quasi Govt/PSU/Nationalized Banks must submit NOC at the time of interview.
• Shortlisting will be provisional and without verification of original documents.
• Mere fulfillment of eligibility criteria does not entitle a candidate to be called for interview.
• PwBD candidates must submit a latest disability certificate dated on or before the last date of registration.
• Candidates against whom adverse reports regarding character & antecedents exist are not eligible.
• Hard copy of application and other documents need not be sent to this office.
• The Bank reserves the right to cancel the recruitment process entirely at any stage.
• Outstation candidates called for interview will be reimbursed airfare (economy class) up to ₹10,000 (to-and-fro).
• Legal jurisdiction for any dispute shall be Mumbai courts only.

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Contact Details

• Organization: State Bank of India (SBI)
• Department: Central Recruitment & Promotion Department (CRPD)
• Address: Corporate Centre, Mumbai
• Website: www.sbi.co.in
• Query: Use "Contact Us/Post Your Query" link on SBI Careers website

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What is the last date to apply for SBI Specialist Cadre Officer Recruitment 2026?

• The last date to submit the online application is 27 August 2026.

2. What are the total number of vacancies for this recruitment?

• A total of 02 vacancies have been announced for Manager (Manpower Planning & Recruitment) and Manager (Learning & Development) posts.

3. What is the application fee for this recruitment?

• The application fee is ₹ 750/- for General/EWS/OBC candidates. SC/ST/PwBD candidates are exempted from payment of the application fee.

4. What is the age limit for these posts?

• The age limit is 28 to 40 years as on 31 July 2026.

5. What is the selection process for this recruitment?

• The selection process includes Shortlisting and Interview.

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Disclaimer: This article has been prepared for informational purposes based on the official SBI Specialist Cadre Officer Recruitment 2026 Notification (Advertisement No. CRPD/SCO/2026-27/12 dated 07 August 2026). Candidates are advised to read the official notification carefully before applying. All information including vacancy numbers, eligibility criteria, and dates are as per the official advertisement. In case of any discrepancy, the official notification issued by State Bank of India (SBI) shall prevail. Keep checking the official SBI website for updates on recruitment-related information.