Overview
Bank of Baroda (BoB), a prominent public sector bank in India, has announced a recruitment drive for Specialist Officers for the year 2026. The official notification (Advt No. BOB/HRM/REC/ADVT/2026/17) invites applications for 1100 vacancies for the positions of Wealth Executive and Credit Analyst – C&IC. Interested and eligible candidates are encouraged to review the detailed eligibility criteria and apply online through the bank's official portal. The application window for these sought-after roles opens on September 4, 2026, and closes on September 24, 2026.
Important Dates
Key dates for the Bank of Baroda SO Recruitment 2026 are as follows:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Registration Starts | 2026-09-04 |
| Last Date for Application & Fee Payment | 2026-09-24 |
| Eligibility Cut-Off Date | 2026-09-01 |
| Online Test Date | To be advised separately |
Vacancy Details
A total of 1100 positions are available, distributed across two specialist cadres:
- Wealth Executive (JMG/S-I) – Wealth Management Services: 1000 vacancies.
- Credit Analyst – C&IC (MMG/S-II) – Corporate & Institutional Credit: 100 vacancies.
The bank reserves the right to adjust the number of vacancies based on operational requirements. Detailed category-wise reservations (SC, ST, OBC, EWS, UR) are provided in the official notification.
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must meet the specified educational qualifications, professional experience, and age limits as of the cut-off date, September 1, 2026.
Educational Qualification & Experience:
- Wealth Executive: A Graduation in any discipline is mandatory. Additionally, candidates must possess one valid certification from IC 38 (Insurance Institute of India), NISM Series V A (Mutual Fund Distributors), NISM Series XXI-A (PMS Distributors), or NISM Series V-D (Mutual Fund – Specialised Investment Fund Distributors). A 2-year full-time PG degree/diploma in Management or MBA (Finance/Marketing/Banking) is preferred. Minimum 2 years of post-qualification experience in sales of wealth products with leading financial institutions is required.
- Credit Analyst – C&IC: A Graduation in any discipline along with a Chartered Accountant (CA) qualification is mandatory. A minimum of 1 year of post-qualification banking experience in a Scheduled Commercial Bank is required, with preference given to experience in Corporate Credit.
Note: Educational qualifications must be from a Government of India/Government bodies/AICTE recognized institution. Experience less than six months in any organization (as of the cut-off date) will not be considered, except for current employment. Clerical cadre experience is not counted.
Age Limit:
The age limits are calculated as of September 1, 2026:
- Wealth Executive: Minimum 22 years, Maximum 32 years.
- Credit Analyst – C&IC: Minimum 21 years, Maximum 33 years.
Age relaxation provisions are applicable as per Government of India guidelines for reserved categories, including Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribe (+5 years), Other Backward Classes (Non-Creamy Layer) (+3 years), Persons with Benchmark Disabilities, and Ex-Servicemen. Candidates claiming age relaxation must submit relevant certificates during the interview stage.
Selection Process
The selection process for the Bank of Baroda SO Recruitment 2026 is expected to involve an online examination, followed by an interview for shortlisted candidates. The date for the online test will be communicated separately by the bank. Final selection will be based on the candidate's performance in these stages and their fulfillment of all eligibility criteria.
How to Apply
Prospective candidates are required to apply online exclusively through the official website of Bank of Baroda. The application window is from September 4, 2026, to September 24, 2026. Applicants should ensure they carefully read the full official notification PDF before proceeding with the application to understand all requirements, instructions, and submission procedures. Please visit www.bankofbaroda.bank.in for further details and to submit your application.