The Central Bank of India, one of India’s oldest and most trusted public sector banks, has officially released a specialist recruitment drive for the year 2026. This recruitment is aimed at hiring qualified and experienced professionals for the posts of Foreign Exchange Officer (Scale III) and Marketing Officer (Scale I) under the Specialist Category on a regular basis.
This is a golden opportunity for banking professionals and MBA graduates looking to build a long-term career in a reputed PSU bank with pan-India exposure, strong career growth, and attractive pay scales.
Overview of Central Bank of India Recruitment 2026
The recruitment process will be conducted through online examination followed by a personal interview. Candidates meeting the prescribed eligibility conditions can apply online within the notified dates.
Organization: Central Bank of India
Recruitment Type: Specialist Officers (Regular Basis)
Total Vacancies: 350 Posts
Job Location: Anywhere in India
Post-Wise Vacancy Details
1️⃣ Foreign Exchange Officer – Scale III
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Total Vacancies: 50
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Role Level: Middle Management
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Nature of Work: Forex operations, trade finance, compliance, and treasury coordination
2️⃣ Marketing Officer – Scale I
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Total Vacancies: 300
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Role Level: Junior Management
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Nature of Work: Field-based business development, customer acquisition, and marketing initiatives
Vacancies are distributed across UR, SC, ST, OBC, EWS, and PwBD categories as per Government of India norms.
Eligibility Criteria (As on 01 January 2026)
🔹 Educational Qualification
Foreign Exchange Officer (Scale III):
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Full-time graduation from a recognized university
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Mandatory certification in Foreign Exchange Operations from IIBF
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Preference for candidates holding CA / CFA / MBA (Finance) or other international trade certifications
Marketing Officer (Scale I):
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Graduation from a recognized university
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Full-time MBA / PGDM / PGPM / PGDBM / PGDBA with Marketing specialization
🔹 Age Limit
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Marketing Officer (Scale I): 22 to 30 years
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Foreign Exchange Officer (Scale III): 25 to 35 years
Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories as per Government rules.
🔹 Experience Requirement
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Forex Officer: Minimum 5 years of banking experience, with at least 3 years in Forex / Trade Finance
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Marketing Officer: Minimum 2 years post-qualification experience, including 1 year in marketing (BFSI sector)
Selection Process
The selection procedure consists of:
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Online Written Examination
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Personal Interview
The online test will assess:
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Professional knowledge (role-specific)
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Banking awareness and current economic scenario
There is no negative marking for incorrect answers.
Salary Structure & Benefits
Selected candidates will be offered competitive pay scales along with allowances and benefits as per bank rules:
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Scale III (Senior Manager): Higher managerial pay band
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Scale I (Assistant Manager): Entry-level officer pay band
Additional perks include DA, HRA, medical benefits, leave benefits, and career progression opportunities.
Important Dates
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Online Application Start Date: 20 January 2026
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Last Date to Apply Online: 03 February 2026
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Tentative Online Exam: February / March 2026
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Interview (Tentative): March / April 2026
Important Links
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Apply Online: Click here
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Official Notification: Click here
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Official Website: Click here
Final Words
The Central Bank of India Specialist Officer Recruitment 2026 is an excellent opportunity for professionals seeking stability, growth, and national-level exposure in the banking sector. Interested candidates are strongly advised to apply early, ensure eligibility compliance, and prepare thoroughly for the selection process.
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