Overview

Bank of Baroda (BOB) has officially released the notification for the recruitment of 1,100 Specialist Officer (SO) vacancies for the year 2026. This significant recruitment drive targets graduates and Chartered Accountants for two key positions: Wealth Executive and Credit Analyst – Corporate & Institutional Credit (C&IC) .

The online application process began on September 4, 2026, and eligible candidates can apply until September 24, 2026. The recruitment is being conducted on a regular basis, with postings available anywhere in India .

Important Dates

Candidates must strictly adhere to the following schedule:

Vacancy Details

The total of 1,100 vacancies is distributed across two posts and various categories :

Category-Wise Distribution

Eligibility Criteria

Age Limit (as on September 1, 2026)

Age Relaxation:

Educational Qualification and Experience

Wealth Executive (JMG/S-I):

• Educational Qualification: Graduation in any discipline from a recognized University .

• Mandatory Certifications: Candidates must possess any one of the following valid certifications :

  • IC 38 from the Insurance Institute of India

  • NISM Series V-A: Mutual Fund Distributors Certification

  • NISM Series XXI-A: Portfolio Management Services (PMS) Distributors Certification

  • NISM Series V-D: Mutual Fund-Specialised Investment Fund Distributors Certification

• Experience: Minimum 2 years of post-qualification experience in sales of wealth products with Public Sector Banks, Private Sector Banks, Foreign Banks, Broking/Securities firms, AMCs, or Wealth Management companies in India .

• Preferred: A two-year full-time Post Graduate Degree/Diploma in Management or MBA in Finance/Marketing/Banking .

Credit Analyst – C&IC (MMG/S-II):

• Educational Qualification: Graduation in any discipline from a recognized University AND Chartered Accountant (CA) qualification .

• Experience: Minimum 1 year of banking experience in a Scheduled Commercial Bank .

• Preferred: Experience in Corporate Credit .

Important Note: Post-qualification experience of less than six months as on September 1, 2026, will generally not be counted, except where the experience is part of the candidate’s current employment. Experience in the clerical cadre will not be considered .

Application Fee

Note: The application fee is non-refundable and must be paid online via Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, IMPS, Cash Card, or Mobile Wallet .

Salary / Pay Scale

Selected candidates will receive a competitive pay scale along with allowances and benefits as per Bank of Baroda policies :

Additional Benefits:

• Selected candidates will also receive allowances and other benefits as applicable under the bank’s policies and banking-sector rules .

• Probation Period: 12 months of active service from the date of joining .

Service Bond

Selected candidates will be required to execute a service bond :

• JMG/S-I (Wealth Executive): Serve for 3 years or pay an amount equivalent to 3 months’ gross salary, subject to a maximum of ₹2 lakh.

• MMG/S-II (Credit Analyst): Serve for 3 years or pay an amount equivalent to 3 months’ gross salary, subject to a maximum of ₹3 lakh.

Selection Process

The selection process for Bank of Baroda SO Recruitment 2026 will be multi-stage and may include the following :

1. Application Scrutiny and Shortlisting: Candidates will be shortlisted based on their eligibility, qualifications, and relevant work experience.

2. Online Examination: The online test will comprise 120 questions of 120 marks with a duration of 120 minutes. The paper is divided into four sections :

   • English Language

   • Reasoning Ability & Quantitative Aptitude

   • General / Economic & Banking Awareness

   • Professional Knowledge related to the Position

   • Negative Marking: 0.25 marks will be deducted for each incorrect answer .

3. Psychometric Test: To assess cognitive capabilities, personality traits, and problem-solving skills .

4. Group Discussion (GD) and/or Personal Interview (PI): Final evaluation rounds .

5. Document Verification: Verification of all original documents.

6. Medical Examination: Pre-employment medical fitness evaluation .

Note: The Bank may use different selection stages depending on the number of applications received and the requirements of the recruitment process .

Documents Required

Candidates should keep the following documents ready before applying :

• Recent passport-size photograph

• Scanned signature

• Resume / CV

• Educational certificates (Graduation, CA, MBA, etc.)

• Professional certification documents (IC 38, NISM series)

• Experience certificates

• ID proof (Aadhar, PAN, etc.)

• Category certificate (if claiming reservation)

How to Apply Online

Candidates can apply online by following these steps :

Step 1: Visit the official Bank of Baroda website: bankofbaroda.bank.in .

Step 2: Navigate to the “Careers” section and click on “Current Opportunities” .

Step 3: Click on the application link for “Recruitment of Wealth Executive and Credit Analyst 2026” .

Step 4: Complete the registration process with a valid email address and mobile number. Note the provisional registration number and password .

Step 5: Log in and fill in the application form with accurate personal, educational, and professional details.

Step 6: Upload scanned copies of photograph, signature, resume, and required certificates in the prescribed format .

Step 7: Pay the application fee online through the available payment gateway .

Step 8: Review all details carefully before final submission. Changes will not be allowed after submission .

Step 9: Submit the application and download a copy of the confirmation page for future reference.

Important: The application will be considered incomplete or invalid if the required fee is not successfully paid .

Important Links

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: What is the total number of vacancies for Bank of Baroda SO Recruitment 2026?
The total number of vacancies is 1,100 — 1,000 for Wealth Executive and 100 for Credit Analyst .

Q2: When is the last date to apply for Bank of Baroda SO 2026?
The last date to apply online is September 24, 2026 .

Q3: What is the age limit for Wealth Executive posts?
The age limit for Wealth Executive is 22 to 32 years as on September 1, 2026 .

Q4: What certifications are required for Wealth Executive posts?
Candidates must possess any one of the following: IC 38, NISM Series V-A, NISM Series XXI-A, or NISM Series V-D .

Q5: What is the educational qualification for Credit Analyst posts?
Candidates must have a Graduation degree in any discipline AND Chartered Accountant (CA) qualification .

Q6: What is the application fee for General category candidates?
The application fee for General/EWS/OBC candidates is ₹850 + payment gateway charges .

Q7: What is the salary for Wealth Executive posts?
The basic pay scale for Wealth Executive is ₹48,480 – ₹85,920 .

Q8: Is there negative marking in the online exam?
Yes, 0.25 marks will be deducted for each incorrect answer .

Q9: What is the selection process for Bank of Baroda SO 2026?
The selection process may include Application Scrutiny, Online Test, Psychometric Test, Group Discussion, and/or Personal Interview .

Q10: What is the probation period for selected candidates?
The probation period is 12 months of active service from the date of joining .