Central Bank Specialist Officer Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 350 Forex & Marketing Officer Posts

Central Bank Specialist Officer Recruitment 2026 for 350 Forex & Marketing Officer posts. Check eligibility, salary, exam pattern, dates & apply online.

Central Bank of India Specialist Officer Recruitment 2026

Advertising No. Specialist Officer Recruitment 2025-26 & 2026-27

Introduction:

Central Bank of India has released the Specialist Officer Recruitment 2026 notification to fill 350 vacancies for Foreign Exchange Officer (Scale III) and Marketing Officer (Scale I) posts. This recruitment offers a great opportunity for experienced professionals to secure a prestigious position in a leading public sector bank. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online and check complete details related to eligibility, exam pattern, salary, and important dates before applying.

Central Bank of India Specialist Officer Recruitment 2026- Overview:

organization name

Central Bank of India

post name

Foreign Exchange Officer & Marketing Officer

post type

Regular Basis

application mode

online

application fees

SC/ST/PwBD/Women - ₹175

All Other Candidates - ₹850

(Fee is non-refundable)

no of vacancies

Foreign Exchange Officer (Scale III): 50 Posts

  • Marketing Officer (Scale I): 300 Posts
  • Total Vacancies: 350 Posts

education qualification

Foreign Exchange Officer (Scale III):

Graduation + Certificate in Forex Operations (IIBF) with relevant banking experience.

Marketing Officer (Scale I):

Graduation + MBA/PGDM in Marketing with minimum 2 years of experience.

selection process

The selection will be based on:

  1. Online Written Examination
  2. Personal Interview

Final Weightage:

  • Written Exam: 70%
  • Interview: 30%

age limit( as on 01.01.2026)

Forex Officer (Scale III) - 25 To 35 Years

Marketing Officer (Scale I) - 22 To 30 Years

salary

Scale III (Senior Manager) - ₹85,920 – ₹1,05,280

Scale I (Assistant Manager) - ₹48,480 – ₹85,920

Central Bank of India Specialist Officer Recruitment 2026- Important Dates:

  • Online Application Start Date: 20 January 2026

  • Last Date to Apply Online: 03 February 2026

  • Online Exam Date: February / March 2026 (Tentative)

  • Interview Date: March / April 2026 (Tentative)

Central Bank of India Specialist Officer Recruitment 2026- Education Qualification:

🔹 Foreign Exchange Officer (Scale III)

  • Full-time Graduation from AICTE/UGC recognized university
  • Mandatory: Certificate in Foreign Exchange Operations (IIBF)
  • Preferred: CA / CFA / MBA (Finance), CAIIB, CDCS, CITF
  • Experience: Minimum 5 years as Officer in Scheduled Commercial Bank (Forex/Trade Finance)

🔹 Marketing Officer (Scale I)

  • Graduation + MBA/PGDM (Marketing) (2 years full-time)
  • Experience: Minimum 2 years, including 1 year in BFSI marketing
  • Field-based business development role

Central Bank of India Specialist Officer Recruitment 2026- Exam Pattern:

  • Mode: Online (CBT)
  • Total Questions: 100
  • Total Marks: 100
  • Duration: 60 Minutes

Section-wise Pattern:

  • Stream / Professional Knowledge: 70 Questions – 70 Marks
  • Banking & General Awareness: 30 Questions – 30 Marks

✔️ No negative marking
✔️ Qualifying Marks:

  • UR/EWS: 50%
  • SC/ST/OBC/PwBD: 45%

Central Bank of India Specialist Officer Recruitment 2026- Important Direct Link:

Central Bank of India Specialist Officer Recruitment 2026- Exam Tips Preparation:

  • Understand the Syllabus: Focus on post-specific topics for Forex or Marketing roles.
  • Strengthen Core Concepts: Forex candidates should study trade finance, FEMA, and RBI guidelines.
  • Marketing Focus Areas: Prepare sales management, digital marketing, and banking products.
  • Daily Banking Awareness: Read current affairs and RBI updates from the last 6 months.
  • Practice Mock Tests: Improve speed and accuracy through online mock exams.
  • Review Previous Questions: Analyze questions from similar bank SO exams.
  • Time Management: Attempt strong sections first during the exam.

Central Bank of India Specialist Officer Recruitment 2026- How To Apply:

  • Visit official application portal
  • Complete registration
  • Upload photo & signature
  • Pay application fee online
  • Submit final form before 03 Feb 2026

Central Bank of India Specialist Officer Recruitment 2026- FAQs?

Q1. Is this a permanent job?
👉A:  Yes, recruitment is on a regular basis.

Q2. Can freshers apply?
👉A:  No, relevant post-qualification experience is mandatory.

Q3. Is there any negative marking?
👉A:  No negative marking in the online exam.

Q4. Posting location?
👉A:  Anywhere in India.

Q5. What is the bond amount?
👉A:  ₹3,00,000 for 3 years.

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