The Bank of India is conducting the Specialist Officer recruitment for 115 vacancies. The posts to be filled are Chief Manager, Law Officer, Senior Manager, etc. upto scale IV. For certain posts, candidates will be selected only through a direct interview or the written exam. The release of the Bank of India SO Exam Date 2025 marks an important step in the recruitment process. Candidates should download their call letters on time, check their interview/exam schedule carefully, and prepare accordingly.
Bank of India SO Exam Date 2025 Out
The Bank of India (BOI) has officially released the Bank of India SO Exam Date 2025 for the recruitment of Officers in various streams up to Scale-IV. The recruitment process will be conducted through Direct Interview and Online Examination, followed by an Interview, depending on the post applied for. The written exam will be held on 31st January 2026, and call letters will be available by 23rd January 2026.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | November 14, 2025 |
| Online Application Start Date | November 17, 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | November 30, 2025 |
| Last Date to Print Application Form | December 15, 2025 |
| Exam Date & Interview (Post-wise) | 31st January 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | 23rd January 2026 |
Candidates who have applied for the Specialist Officer can now check the exam/interview schedule, the shortlisted candidates list, and the call letter details in the official notice given below.
Bank of India SO Exam Date and Interview 2025-26 Notice PDF
BOI SO Recruitment 2025 Overview
The Bank of India Specialist Officer Recruitment 2025 selection process includes a written examination, followed by an Interview round. The Bank of India SO exam date 2025 will be released soon. Selected candidates can expect an initial basic pay ranging from Rs. 64,280 to Rs. 1,02,300 (varying by post).
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization | Bank of India |
| Exam Name | BOI Specialist Officer Recruitment 2025 |
| Posts | Specialist Officer (Various Departments) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Vacancies | 115 |
| Application Window | Closed |
| Exam Date | 31st January 2026 |
| Educational Qualifications | Varies by Posts |
| Age Limit | 25 to 45 Years |
| Selection Process | Online Exam + Interview |
| Salary Range | Rs. 64,820 – Rs. 1,20,940 |
| Official Website | bankofindia.co.in |
Bank of India SO Notification 2025 PDF
Bank of India SO Eligibility 2025
Candidates need to carefully check the eligibility criteria, given below as per the official notification, before applying for the Bank of India SO exam 2025.
Nationality
Candidates must be Indian citizens or belong to certain specified categories like subjects of Nepal, Bhutan, Tibetan refugees, or persons of Indian origin with a certificate of eligibility as per government norms.
Age Limit
Age limits vary by post and scale as detailed below (as on 1st October 2025):
- Senior Management Grade Scale IV: 28 to 45 years
- Middle Management Grade Scale III: 28 to 40 years
- Middle Management Grade Scale II: 25 to 35 years
| Category | Age Relaxation Allowed |
|---|---|
| Scheduled Caste (SC) / Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 5 years |
| Other Backward Classes (OBC) Non-creamy layer | 3 years |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) | 10 years |
| Ex-Servicemen including ECOs, SSCOs with minimum 5 years service | 5 years |
| Persons affected by 1984 riots | 5 years |
Educational Qualifications
Qualifications vary by post. For IT posts, BE/B.Tech/MCA/M.Sc. in relevant fields with a minimum of 60% marks is generally required. For Economist posts, postgraduate degrees in Economics/Econometrics are mandatory. Candidates can check the essential educational qualification details from the PDF given below:
Click to Download: Bank of India SO Educational Qualifications Detailed PDF
Bank of India SO Selection Process 2025
Selection will be through online test and/or personal interview, depending on the number of applicants/eligible candidates. The selection process under the Bank of India SO Recruitment 2025 is of two stages:
1. Online Examination
2. Personal Interview
The final merit list will be prepared based on the marks scored in the online exam and interview, with more weight typically given to the online exam.
Bank of India SO Exam Pattern 2025
The Bank of India SO Recruitment 2025 Exam Pattern will be an objective-based test with MCQs on the various sections, such as English Language and Professional Knowledge, as per the post applied for.
| Sections | No. of Questions | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| English Language | 25 | 25 | composite time of 100 mins |
| Professional Knowledge (as per the post applied for) | 100 | 100 | |
| Total | 125 | 125 | 100 mins |
Bank of India SO Interview
The Bank of India Specialist Officer (SO) recruitment 2025 includes an Interview round as an important part of the selection process. Candidates who clear the online examination will be shortlisted for the interview based on their merit. The interview carries a total of 100 marks. This interview evaluates candidates on their subject knowledge, practical experience, and overall suitability for the Specialist Officer role. The final merit list is based on the combined merit ranking of both the online test and the interview.
| Category | Minimum Qualifying Marks in Interview |
|---|---|
| General/EWS | 50% |
| SC/ST/OBC/PwD | 45% |
Bank of India SO Salary 2025
Bank of India offers attractive salary packages for SO positions, which include basic pay and various allowances. The salary grows with scale and experience. Other perks include House Rent Allowance, Dearness Allowance, medical benefits, and loan facilities.
| Grade | Basic Pay Range (₹) |
|---|---|
| Senior Management Grade Scale IV (SMGS-IV) | 102,300 – 120,940 |
| Middle Management Grade Scale III (MMGS-III) | 85,920 – 105,280 |
| Middle Management Grade Scale II (MMGS-II) | 64,820 – 93,960 |
Check: Bank of India SO Salary 2025
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