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- Updated June 24, 2026 01:19 PM
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- State Bank of India (SBI), Central Recruitment & Promotion Department, Corporate Centre, Mumbai has published the Specialist Cadre Officer (SCO) Recruitment Notification 2026-27 vide Advertisement No. CRPD/SCO/2026-27/02 dated 24.06.2026. The recruitment drive aims to fill 49 vacancies (including backlog) for Assistant Manager (Law) – JMGS-I and Deputy Manager (Law) – MMGS-II posts on a Regular Basis. Candidates holding a Law Degree (LLB/5-year integrated) from a recognized university with 02 years (Assistant Manager) or 04 years (Deputy Manager) of mandatory experience as a practicing advocate or as a Law Officer in the Legal Department of Scheduled Commercial Banks are eligible to apply online at sbi.bank.in/web/careers/current-openings. The application process will be active from 24 June 2026 to 14 July 2026, and candidates can access the notification PDF and apply link below.
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SBI SCO Law Officer Recruitment 2026-27 Overview
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SBI SCO Law Officer Recruitment 2026-27 Important Dates
SBI SCO Law Officer Recruitment 2026-27 - Vacancy Details
- A total of 49 vacancies (including 2 backlog vacancies for Deputy Manager) have been announced for Assistant Manager (Law) and Deputy Manager (Law) posts. The vacancies are distributed across SC, ST, OBC, EWS, and UR categories. PwBD reservation is horizontal and is included within the overall vacancy of the respective parent category. The number of vacancies including reserved vacancies is provisional and may vary as per actual requirements of the Bank.
- Abbreviations: JMGS – Junior Management Grade Scale; MMGS – Middle Management Grade Scale; SC – Scheduled Caste; ST – Scheduled Tribe; OBC – Other Backward Classes (Non-Creamy Layer); EWS – Economically Weaker Sections; UR – Unreserved; PwBD – Persons with Benchmark Disabilities; VI – Visually Impaired; HI – Hearing Impaired; LD – Locomotor Disability.
- Also read: Check All Latest Bank Jobs 2026 – Click Here
SBI SCO Law Officer Recruitment 2026-27 - Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must fulfill all eligibility conditions as on the cut-off date 31.05.2026. Educational qualification prescribed is the minimum requirement. Candidates must possess the post-basic qualification and relevant full-time experience as on the specified date. Experience gained during internship and teaching/training experience will NOT be counted for eligibility. The relevant experience certificate from the employer must specifically state that the candidate had experience in the related field as required.
- Educational Qualification
- Work Experience (Mandatory as on 31.05.2026)
SBI SCO Law Officer Recruitment 2026-27 - Age Limit
- The crucial date for age calculation is 31.05.2026. Age relaxation is admissible to SC/ST, OBC, PwBD, and Ex-Servicemen candidates as per Government of India guidelines. Cumulative age relaxation will not be available. No change in category is permitted after registration of online application.
SBI SCO Law Officer Recruitment 2026-27 - Application Fee
- The application fee and intimation charges are non-refundable. The fee must be paid online through the payment gateway using Debit Card / Credit Card / Internet Banking. Application fee once paid will NOT be refunded on any account nor can it be adjusted for any other examination or selection.
- Also Read: SBI PO 2026 Notification PDF Out - Apply Online for 1,500 Probationary Officer Posts
SBI SCO Law Officer Recruitment 2026-27 - Selection Process & Exam Pattern
- The selection will be based on Online Written Test followed by Interview. The Online Written Test will be conducted tentatively in August 2026. Call letters will be uploaded on the Bank's website and intimated via SMS/email. Final Merit list will be prepared based on normalization of marks scored in Online Written Test and Interview with 70:30 weightage respectively.
- Online Written Test Pattern
- Objective Test Pattern
- *General Aptitude (Reasoning + English) is qualifying in nature only. Marks will not be counted for merit. Only Professional Knowledge marks will be reckoned for arriving at merit. There will be NO negative marks for wrong answers in the Online Written Examination.
- Descriptive Test Pattern
- Candidates need to qualify in both Objective Test and Descriptive Test individually. Merit list will be prepared based on total score in Objective Test (Professional Knowledge) and Descriptive Test combined.
- Interview
- Category-wise adequate number of candidates will be called for Interview based on performance in Online Written Test. Qualifying marks in Interview will be as decided by the Bank.
- Indicative Syllabus for Professional Knowledge (Law)
- Note: Syllabus mentioned is only indicative and not exhaustive. Online Examination may contain questions beyond the purview of the syllabus as deemed fit by the Bank.
- Tie-Breaking Rule
How to Apply for SBI SCO Law Officer Recruitment 2026-27
- Candidates must apply online through the Bank's official website at https://sbi.bank.in/web/careers/current-openings. No other mode of application will be entertained. Hard copy of application and other documents need not be sent to the office. The process of registration is completed only when the fee is deposited with the Bank through online mode on or before the last date for fee payment.
- Candidates are advised to apply online well before the closing date and not to wait till the last date to avoid disconnection/inability/failure to log on to the website due to heavy load. After final submission, no change/correction/modification will be allowed under any circumstances.
- Documents to be Uploaded at the Time of Online Application:
- Recent passport size colour photograph (JPG/JPEG, 20–50 kb, 200x230 pixels preferred)
- Live photograph (via webcam or mobile scan)
- Signature (on white paper with Black ink pen; JPG/JPEG, 10–20 kb, 140x60 pixels; NOT in capital letters)
- Brief Resume (PDF)
- ID Proof (PDF)
- Proof of Date of Birth (PDF)
- Educational Certificates: Relevant Marksheets / Degree Certificate (PDF)
- Proof of enrolment with Bar Council (PDF)
- Experience Certificates (PDF)
- Caste Certificate / EWS Certificate (if applicable) (PDF)
- PwBD Certificate (if applicable) (PDF)
- Preferred Qualification / Certification (if any) (PDF)
- Form-16 / Offer Letter / Latest Salary Slip from current employer (PDF)
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- Documents to be Produced at the Time of Interview (if called):
- All original documents uploaded during online application
- Valid caste certificate in prescribed Government of India format (for reserved category candidates)
- OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) Certificate issued between 01.04.2026 and the date of interview
- Income & Asset Certificate (EWS) for FY 2025-26 in prescribed format from Competent Authority
- PwBD Disability Certificate dated on or before the last date of application registration
- No Objection Certificate from employer (for candidates serving in Govt./Quasi Govt./PSU/Nationalized Banks)
- Discharge Certificate/Relieving Certificate from current employer (at the time of joining, if selected)
- Photo identity proof in original (Passport/Aadhar/PAN Card/Driving License/Voter's Card/Bank Passbook with attested photograph)
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Important Instructions for SBI SCO Law Officer Recruitment 2026-27 Candidates
- Online applications only – no other mode of application will be accepted; no hard copy to be sent to the Bank.
- Candidates are NOT allowed to apply for more than one post.
- In case of multiple applications for the same post, only the last valid (completed) application will be retained and fee paid for other registrations will stand forfeited.
- Candidates must have a valid Email ID and Mobile Number active till the declaration of result and final selection.
- After expiry of the online application window, no change/correction/modification will be allowed under any circumstances.
- Admission to all stages (Online Test, Shortlisting, Interview) will be purely provisional subject to satisfying the prescribed eligibility conditions – qualifying in Online Test/Shortlisting is provisional and candidature is subject to document verification at interview.
- Internship experience and teaching/training experience will NOT be counted for eligibility.
- CIBIL: Candidates who have defaulted in repayment of loans/credit card dues with Banks/NBFCs/Financial Institutions and have not regularized/repaid the outstanding by the date of issuance of offer of recruitment shall NOT be eligible for appointment.
- Candidates serving in Govt./Quasi Govt./PSU/Nationalized Banks must submit NOC from employer at the time of interview; failing which candidature will not be considered.
- OBC-NCL candidates must submit certificate issued between 01.04.2026 and date of interview; EWS candidates must have Income & Asset Certificate for FY 2025-26 on or before last date of online application.
- Outstation candidates called for interview will be reimbursed economy class airfare (shortest route) up to a maximum of Rs. 10,000 (to-and-fro) or actual travel cost (whichever is lower) on submission of original flight tickets/invoice and boarding pass. Local transport will not be reimbursed.
- All Changes/Updates/Corrigendum/Results/Schedules/List of shortlisted/selected candidates will be hosted on the Bank's website only. No hard copy of call letter/advice will be sent by post.
- Candidates furnishing false information/suppressing facts will be disqualified and shall be liable for debarment and legal/criminal action.
- SBI does not endorse, authorize, or associate with any external coaching platform, consultancy, individual, or digital channel claiming to provide guaranteed selection, influence in recruitment, or insider guidance. Candidates must rely solely on information available on SBI's official career portal.
- All legal proceedings shall be subject to jurisdiction of Courts/Tribunals/Forums at Mumbai only.
- For any query, write through the "Contact Us" link at https://sbi.bank.in/web/careers/post-your-query
SBI SCO Law Officer Recruitment 2026-27 Important Links
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Q1. What is the total number of vacancies in SBI SCO Law Officer Recruitment 2026-27?
- A total of 49 vacancies have been announced – 20 for Assistant Manager (Law) on JMGS-I grade and 29 for Deputy Manager (Law) on MMGS-II grade (including 2 ST backlog vacancies). The number of vacancies is provisional and may vary as per actual requirements of the Bank.
Q3. What is the eligibility/experience required for SBI Assistant Manager (Law) post?
- Candidates must hold a Law degree (LLB) or be a Law Graduate from a recognized university and must have 02 years of mandatory experience – either as a practicing advocate (enrolled with Bar Council), or as a Law Officer in the Legal Department of a Scheduled Commercial Bank, or a combination of both. Internship and teaching experience will NOT be counted. Age: 25–32 years as on 31.05.2026.
Q4. What is the eligibility/experience required for SBI Deputy Manager (Law) post?
- Candidates must hold a Law degree (LLB) from a recognized university and must have 04 years of mandatory experience – either as a practicing advocate (enrolled with Bar Council), or as a Law Officer in the Legal Department of a Scheduled Commercial Bank, or a combination of both. Internship and teaching experience will NOT be counted. Age: 25–35 years as on 31.05.2026.
Q5. What is the application fee for SBI SCO Law Officer Recruitment 2026-27?
- General, EWS, and OBC candidates must pay Rs. 750/- (non-refundable). SC, ST, and PwBD candidates are exempted from paying any application fee or intimation charges. Payment must be made online through Debit Card/Credit Card/Internet Banking.
Q6. What is the selection process for SBI SCO Law Officer Recruitment 2026-27?
- The selection consists of an Online Written Test (Objective Test of 50 marks + Descriptive Test of 50 marks) followed by an Interview of 100 marks. The final merit list is prepared with 70% weightage to Online Written Test and 30% weightage to Interview scores. General Aptitude (Reasoning + English) in the Objective Test is qualifying in nature only.
Q8. What is the syllabus for the SBI SCO Law Officer Professional Knowledge paper?
- The indicative syllabus for Professional Knowledge covers fundamental concepts, issues, and current developments in Constitutional Law, Administrative Law, Financial Sector Laws, Procedural Laws, New Labour Codes, and Principles of Statutory Interpretation and Legal Drafting. The syllabus is indicative only and the exam may contain questions beyond the listed topics.
Q9. What is the pay scale offered for SBI SCO Law Officer 2026-27?
- Assistant Manager (Law) – JMGS-I: Basic Pay 48480-2000/7-62480-2340/2-67160-2680/7-85920. Deputy Manager (Law) – MMGS-II: Basic Pay 64820-2340/1-67160-2680/10-93960. Officers are also eligible for DA, HRA, CCA, Provident Fund, NPS, Leave Fare Concession, Medical Facility, and other perquisites as per rules.
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