BOI SO Recruitment 2026 Out for 205 Posts, Apply Online Started, Direct Link

The Bank of India (BOI) SO Recruitment 2026 application process has started for 205 Specialist Officer vacancies. The vacancies are available across Officer Scale I, II, III, and IV, mainly for IT and technology-related specialist roles, along with Law Officer and Fire Officer posts.

Eligible candidates can now apply online for BOI SO Recruitment through the official BOI website. Candidates should check the eligibility criteria, educational qualifications, work experience, application dates, selection process, and salary details before submitting the application form.

BOI SO Notification 2026 PDF

With the application window now open, candidates are advised to complete the BOI SO Apply Online 2026 process well before the last date to avoid last-minute technical issues. Candidates are advised to read the official PDF before applying. Eligible candidates should use this opportunity to advance their banking careers.

Download Bank of India SO Notification 2026 PDF

Bank of India SO Recruitment 2026 – Highlights

Particulars	Details
Organisation	Bank of India (BOI)
Post Name	Specialist Officer (Scale I to IV)
Project No.	2026-27/02
Total Vacancies	205
Application Mode	Online
Application Start Date	10th September 2026
Last Date to Apply	25th September 2026
Selection Process	Online Exam + Interview (or Interview only)
Job Location	Anywhere in India
Official Website	www.bankofindia.bank.in

BOI Specialist Officer 2026 – Important Dates

Event	Date
Notification Public Release	31st August 2026
Online Application Start	10th September 2026
Last Date for Online Application	25th September 2026
Relevant Date for Age & Qualification	1st August 2026
Online Examination Date	To be notified separately

Bank of India SO Apply Online 2026 Link

The application process for 205 Bank of India SO recruitment has been started on 10th September 2026 and candidates can now apply and submit their form on the official website. The last date to apply is 25th September 2026, so candidates are advised to submit their forms as soon as possible. For added convenience, a direct link has been shared here.

BOI SO Vacancy 2026

Scale IV – Chief Manager (10 posts)	Vacancies
Chief Manager – Full-Stack Engineering	2
Chief Manager – Digital Platforms	1
Chief Manager – Supply Chain, Trade Finance Technology	1
Chief Manager – Digital Banking Operations	2
Chief Manager – IT Procurement, Contracts & SLA Management	1
Chief Manager – IT Officer (CISA/CISM/CISSP)	1
Chief Manager – Information Security	2
Total	10

Scale III – Senior Manager (49 posts)	Vacancies
Senior Manager – Full-Stack Engineering	12
Senior Manager – Digital Platforms	2
Senior Manager – Finacle Application Support	3
Senior Manager – Infrastructure Operations	3
Senior Manager – Solution & Technology Architecture	3
Senior Manager – Data Engineering	4
Senior Manager – API Governance & Security	4
Senior Manager – DevSecOps Engineering	3
Senior Manager – IT Procurement Specialist	2
Senior Manager – Database Administration	2
Senior Manager – Information Security	6
Senior Manager – IT Officer (CISA/CISM/CISSP)	5
Total	49

Scale II – Manager & Other Officers (118 posts)	Vacancies
Manager – Full-Stack Engineering	18
Manager – BRE/LOS/Decisioning Engineering	4
Manager – Digital Platforms	5
Manager – Application Support & Operations	11
Manager – Infrastructure Operations	12
Manager – IT System Administrator	2
Manager – Performance Testing	2
Manager – Automation Testing	3
Manager – IT Procurement Specialist	4
Manager – IT Project Manager	3
Manager – Business Analysis	2
Manager – Data Analytics	5
Manager – DevSecOps Engineering	3
Manager – UI/UX Design	2
Manager – Emerging Technology & Innovation	2
Manager – Solution & Technology Architecture	2
Manager – Database Administration	1
Manager – Information Security	8
Manager – IT Officer (CISA/CISM/CISSP)	7
Law Officers	10
Fire Officer	2
Security Officer	10
Total	118

Scale I – Officer (28 posts)	Vacancies
Officer – Full-Stack Engineering	6
Officer – Application Support & Operations	4
Officer – Data Analytics	2
Officer – Data Engineering	2
Officer – QA & Test Engineering	2
Officer – Information Security	2
Civil Engineer	10
Total	28

BOI SO 2026 Age Limit

Scale	Minimum Age	Maximum Age
Scale I (Officer)	21 years	30 years
Scale II (Manager)	25 years	32–35 years (as per post)
Scale III (Senior Manager)	28 years	37-40 years (as per post)
Scale IV (Chief Manager)	28 years	40-42 years (as per post)

BOI SO 2026 Qualification

Candidates are advised to check the exact qualification, technical certification, and experience criteria for their chosen post on the official BOI website before applying, since these vary significantly across streams like Full-Stack Engineering, Information Security, Law, and Fire Officer roles.

Download BOI SO 2026 Qualification and Experience Annexure PDF

Bank of India SO Selection Process

Online Examination: English Language (25 marks, qualifying only) + Professional Knowledge relevant to the post (100 marks), composite duration of 100 minutes
Personal Interview: 100 marks
Final Merit: Combined in a 60:40 ratio (Online Exam: Interview); Bank may also select purely through interview without conducting an online exam

How to Apply for BOI SO Recruitment 2026?

The Application Window is from 10th September 2026 to 25th September 2026 and candidates can apply using the following steps:

Visit the official BOI website: www.bankofindia.bank.in
Go to the “Career” section and click on “Recruitment of Officers in various streams upto Scale IV – Project No. 2026-27/02”
Click “Apply Online” and register with Name, Contact details, and Email ID
Note down the Provisional Registration Number and Password
Fill in personal, educational, and post-specific details; use “Save and Next” to edit before final submission
Upload photograph, signature, left thumb impression, and handwritten declaration as per specifications
Preview the application, click “Complete Registration,” and proceed to fee payment
Take a printout of the system-generated application form and e-Receipt for future reference

BOI SO Recruitment 2026 Application Fee
Category	Fee
SC/ST/PWD	₹175 (intimation charges only)
General/EWS/OBC	₹1,180 (application fee + intimation charges)

Bank of India SO Salary

Scale/Grade	Pay Scale (Rs.)
JMGS-I (Scale I)	48,480 – 2,000(7) – 62,480 – 2,340(2) – 67,160 – 2,680(7) – 85,920
MMGS-II (Scale II)	64,820 – 2,340(1) – 67,160 – 2,680(10) – 93,960
MMGS-III (Scale III)	85,920 – 2,680(5) – 99,320 – 2,980(2) – 1,05,280
SMGS-IV (Scale IV)	1,02,300 – 2,980(4) – 1,14,220 – 3,360(2) – 1,20,940

FAQs

What is the last date to apply for BOI SO Recruitment 2026?

The last date to submit the BOI SO application form is 25 September 2026. Candidates are advised to apply well before the deadline.

How many vacancies are announced under BOI SO Recruitment 2026?

A total of 205 Specialist Officer vacancies have been announced across Officer Scale I, II, III, and IV.

What is the BOI SO 2026 selection process?

The selection process includes an Online Examination and Personal Interview, although the Bank may also select candidates through interview only for certain posts.

How many marks is the BOI SO interview?

The BOI SO Personal Interview carries 100 marks.

What is the age limit for BOI SO Recruitment 2026?

The age limit varies according to the scale and post. The minimum age is 21 years for Scale I, 25 years for Scale II, and 28 years for Scale III and IV. The maximum age varies by post.