Central Bank of India Specialist Officer (SO) Recruitment 2024: Detailed Notification

The Central Bank of India has announced its Specialist Officer (SO) recruitment drive for 2024, offering 253 vacancies across IT and other domains. The roles include chief managers, senior managers, managers, and assistant managers on a regular basis. Interested candidates can apply online from November 18, 2024, to December 3, 2024. Below are the highlights of the recruitment process, eligibility criteria, and application procedure.

Overview of the Recruitment

Organization: Central Bank of India
Post Name: Specialist Officers (IT & Other Streams)
Total Vacancies: 253
Location: Across India
Pay Scale: As per the Scale (I to IV) structure
Eligibility: Open to both male and female candidates
Official Website: www.centralbankofindia.co.in

Important Dates

Event	Date
Starting Date	November 18, 2024
Closing Date	December 3, 2024
Online Exam Date	December 14, 2024
Interview (Tentative)	2nd Week of January 2025

Application Fee

Category	Fee
General/EWS/OBC	₹850 + GST
SC/ST/PWBD/Women	₹175 + GST

Post-Wise Vacancies and Eligibility

Chief Manager (Scale IV)
- Vacancies: 10
- Eligibility:
  - Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in a relevant field from a recognized university.
  - Minimum 6 years of experience in the domain.
  - Preferred: Certifications in project management or related fields.
Senior Manager (Scale III)
- Vacancies: 56
- Eligibility:
  - Graduate/postgraduate in IT or a related field.
  - Minimum 4 years of experience.
  - Preferred: Certifications such as AWS, Azure, etc.
Manager (Scale II)
- Vacancies: 162
- Eligibility:
  - Graduate/Postgraduate in Computer Science, IT, or a related field.
  - At least 2 years of experience in database management, coding, or cloud technologies.
Assistant Manager (Scale I)
- Vacancies: 25
- Eligibility:
  - Bachelor’s degree in IT, electronics, or a related field.
  - Freshmen with a strong academic record are encouraged to apply.

Role-Wise Vacancy Distribution

Post Name	Scale	Vacancies
UI/UX Designer	III/II	3
Java Developer	III/II	23
COBOL Developer	III/II	5
Network Administrator	III/II	13
Database Administrator	III/II	9
IT Security Analyst	III/II	17
Data Scientist	III/II	4

Selection Process

Online Exam:
- A multiple-choice test covering quantitative aptitude, reasoning, English, and professional knowledge.
Interview:
- Shortlisted candidates from the online exam will be invited for an interview.
Document Verification:
- Verification of academic qualifications, experience, and other necessary documents.

Exam Pattern

Section	Questions	Marks	Duration
Quantitative Aptitude	25	25	30 mins
Reasoning	25	25	30 mins
English Language	25	25	30 mins
Professional Knowledge	50	100	60 mins

How to Apply

Visit the official website: www.centralbankofindia.co.in.
Navigate to the “Recruitment” section and select the desired post.
Register and complete the application form.
Upload required documents, including a scanned photograph and signature.
Pay the application fee online.
Submit the application and download a copy for your records.

Make sure to apply before the deadline and keep track of exam and interview schedules!