IDBI Bank Specialist Officer (SO) Recruitment 2026
IDBI Bank has released the Specialist Officer (SO) recruitment for the financial year 2026-27 under Advertisement No. 03/2026-27, with 31 posts. Online registration stays open from 14 July 2026 to 26 July 2026. Read the eligibility and pay details below, and download the detailed advertisement PDF from the official link in the Important Links table above before you apply.
| Notification Released (Advt. No. 03/2026-27) | July 2026 |
| Online Registration Start Date | 14 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 26 July 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment (Online) | 26 July 2026 |
| Eligibility Cut-off Date (Age / Qualification / Experience) | 01 July 2026 |
| Group Discussion / Interview Date | To be informed via call letter |
| General / EWS / OBC | Rs. 1050/- (application fee + intimation charges, including GST) |
| SC / ST / PwBD | Rs. 250/- (intimation charges only, including GST) |
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- 10 Jul 2026 Recruitment published
IDBI Bank Specialist Officer (SO) 2026-27 Recruitment Overview
IDBI Bank Ltd. has invited online applications from eligible candidates for the post of Specialist Officer (SO) for the year 2026-27. This drive is published under Advertisement No. 03/2026-27 and has a total of 31 vacancies across four functional areas. Online registration opens on 14 July 2026 and the last date to apply and pay the fee is 26 July 2026. The cut-off date for age, qualification and experience is 01 July 2026, which means you must meet all eligibility rules on this date.
A Specialist Officer (SO) is an experienced professional hired directly into an officer grade for a specific department such as audit, premises, law or security. These are lateral (experienced) hire roles, so a fixed number of years of relevant work experience is required for each post.
Vacancy Details (Functional Area-wise)
| Sr. No. | Functional Area / Post | Total Posts |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Audit - Information System (IS) | 10 |
| 2 | Infrastructure Management Department (IMD) - Premises | 8 |
| 3 | Legal | 9 |
| 4 | Security Officer | 4 |
| Total | 31 | |
Grade-wise Vacancy Split
The 31 posts are spread across three officer grades. IS stands for Information System, IMD stands for Infrastructure Management Department, DGM stands for Deputy General Manager and AGM stands for Assistant General Manager.
| Grade | Officer Level | Posts |
|---|---|---|
| Grade D | Deputy General Manager (DGM) | 8 |
| Grade C | Assistant General Manager (AGM) | 4 |
| Grade B | Manager | 19 |
Eligibility: Age and Qualification (as on 01 July 2026)
The age limit and the education needed change from post to post and from grade to grade. The overall age band is 25 to 45 years. Below is a simple, post-wise summary. For the full and exact wording, please open the detailed advertisement PDF using the official link in the Important Links table above.
| Post | Grade | Age (Years) | Basic Qualification |
|---|---|---|---|
| Audit - Information System (IS) | Grade C (AGM) | 28 to 40 | B.E./B.Tech (IT / Computer Science / Electronics / related), or MCA / M.Sc (IT/CS) / M.Tech, or a Science graduate with CISA certification |
| Audit - Information System (IS) | Grade B (Manager) | 25 to 35 | Same engineering / computer qualifications as above |
| IMD - Premises | Grade C (AGM) | 35 to 45 | B.E./B.Tech in Civil / Electrical / Electrical & Electronics engineering |
| IMD - Premises | Grade B (Manager) | 25 to 35 | B.E./B.Tech in Civil / Electrical / Electrical & Electronics engineering |
| Legal | Grade C (AGM) | 35 to 45 | Graduation in Law (LLB) from a recognised university |
| Legal | Grade B (Manager) | 25 to 35 | Graduation in Law (LLB) from a recognised university |
| Security Officer | Grade B (Manager) | 25 to 35 | Graduate in any discipline from a recognised university |
Along with the degree, every post needs a minimum number of years of relevant work experience (for example, 4 years for Manager-grade roles and up to 10 years for higher-grade roles). Experience gained through training, internship, apprenticeship, teaching, graduate trainee or retainership is not counted. BFSI in the notice means the Banking, Financial Services and Insurance sector.
Pay Scale and Salary (Official Words)
The pay scales given below are exactly as stated in the official notice. The gross monthly emolument figures are also quoted from the notice and are approximate values for metro cities. Actual pay depends on the grade you join, plus allowances, perquisites and performance-linked variable pay as per the Bank's rules.
| Grade | Pay Scale (as per notice) | Gross Emolument, Metro (approx.) |
|---|---|---|
| Grade D - DGM | 102300-2980(4)-114220-3360(2)-120940 | Rs. 2,04,000 per month |
| Grade C - AGM | 85920-2680(5)-99320-2980(2)-105280 | Rs. 1,69,000 per month |
| Grade B - Manager | 64820-2340(1)-67160-2680(10)-93960 | Rs. 1,29,000 per month |
The initial appointment for all posts is on probation for a period of one year. The selected candidate will be covered under the IDBI Bank New Pension Scheme rules.
Application Fee
The application fee and intimation charges are paid online only, and they are non-refundable. GST stands for Goods and Services Tax, and it is already included in the amounts. General, EWS (Economically Weaker Section) and OBC (Other Backward Classes) candidates pay the full application fee, while SC (Scheduled Caste), ST (Scheduled Tribe) and PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disabilities) candidates pay only the lower intimation charge. Payment can be made using a debit card, credit card, internet banking or wallet, and any transaction charges are borne by the candidate. The exact fee amounts are listed in the Application Fee box above.
Selection Process
There is no written online examination for this recruitment. The Bank first checks the eligibility of every applicant based on age, qualification and experience. Suitable candidates are then shortlisted and called for a Group Discussion (GD) and/or a Personal Interview (PI). Simply applying or being eligible does not give any candidate an automatic right to be called. The date, time and venue for the selection process are informed to shortlisted candidates through a call letter, so keep checking the official website and your registered email.
How to Apply Online
Follow these simple steps once the application link goes live on 14 July 2026:
- Open the official IDBI Bank current openings page using the Apply Online link in the Important Links table above.
- First read the full detailed advertisement PDF and confirm you meet the age, qualification and experience rules for the post you want.
- Register with your basic details to create a login, then fill the online application form carefully.
- Upload your photograph, signature and any required documents in the correct format.
- Pay the application fee or intimation charges online, then submit the form.
- Apply for only one post. Multiple applications by the same candidate will be rejected and the fee will not be refunded.
- Take a printout of the final submitted form for your records.
Important Note
All facts on this page are taken from the official IDBI Bank detailed advertisement (Advertisement No. 03/2026-27). Any change, corrigendum or update will be hosted only on the Bank's official website. Always confirm every detail from the official detailed advertisement PDF linked in the Important Links table above before you apply.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many vacancies are there in IDBI Bank SO 2026-27?
There are 31 Specialist Officer (SO) vacancies in total — 10 in Audit-Information System (IS), 8 in Infrastructure Management Department (IMD) Premises, 9 in Legal and 4 as Security Officer.
What is the last date to apply for IDBI SO 2026?
Online registration and fee payment start on 14 July 2026 and the last date to apply is 26 July 2026.
What is the age limit for IDBI Bank Specialist Officer 2026?
The age band is 25 to 45 years and it changes by post and grade — for example 25 to 35 years for Manager-grade posts and 35 to 45 years for the higher-grade IMD and Legal posts. Age is counted as on 01 July 2026.
What is the application fee for IDBI SO 2026?
General, EWS and OBC candidates pay Rs. 1050 (application fee plus intimation charges, including GST). SC, ST and PwBD candidates pay Rs. 250 (intimation charges only, including GST). The fee is paid online and is non-refundable.
Is there a written exam for IDBI Bank SO 2026?
No. There is no online written test. The Bank shortlists eligible candidates and then calls them for a Group Discussion (GD) and/or a Personal Interview (PI). The date and venue are sent to shortlisted candidates through a call letter.
Where can I download the IDBI SO 2026 notification and apply?
Download the detailed advertisement PDF and apply online from the official IDBI Bank links given in the Important Links table above. The apply link becomes active on 14 July 2026.