The State Bank of India (SBI) has released the notification for SBI SCO Recruitment 2026 for the post of Trade Finance Officers (TFO-IBG) in the Specialist Cadre Officer category. The recruitment is for posts in JMGS-I and MMGS-II grades with a total of 35 vacancies.
SBI SCO Recruitment 2026: Overview
- Recruiting Organisation: State Bank of India
- Recruitment: Specialist Cadre Officers
- Post: Trade Finance Officer – IBG
- Grades: JMGS-I and MMGS-II
- Total Vacancies: 35
- Application Mode: Online
- Suggested Posting Locations: Hyderabad and Kolkata
- Official Website: SBI Careers portal
Important Dates
| Online Registration & Fee Payment Starts | 29 August 2026 |
| Last Date for Online Registration & Fee Payment | 28 September 2026 (Extended) |
SBI SCO Recruitment 2026: Vacancy Details
| Post | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | UR | Total | PwBD (VI) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trade Finance Officer – IBG | 2 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 7 | 14 | 1 |
| Trade Finance Officer – IBG | 3 | 1 | 5 | 2 | 10 | 21 | 1 |
| Total | 5 | 2 | 8 | 3 | 17 | 35 | 2 |
SBI SCO Recruitment 2026: Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
| Post | Mandatory Qualification | Preferred Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Trade Finance Officer – JMGS-I | Graduate in any discipline from a Government-recognised University/Institution and Certification in Forex Operations from IIBF. The certificate must be dated on or before 31 July 2026. | CDCS by LIBF / CSDG by LIBF / CTFP by ICC Academy OR GTC by ICC Academy / CITF by LIBF / International Trade Finance certificate by IIBF |
| Trade Finance Officer – MMGS-II | Graduate in any discipline from a Government-recognised University/Institution and a Forex Operations certification from IIBF. The certificate must be dated on or before 31 July 2026. | CDCS by LIBF / CSDG by LIBF / CTFP by ICC Academy OR GTC by ICC Academy / CITF by LIBF / International Trade Finance certificate by IIBF |
Age Limit
| Post | Minimum Age | Maximum Age |
|---|---|---|
| Trade Finance Officer – JMGS-I | 21 years | 30 years |
| Trade Finance Officer – MMGS-II | 23 years | 32 years |
The age is calculated as on 31 July 2026. The maximum age mentioned is for Unreserved category candidates.
Age Relaxation
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 years |
| SC/ST | 5 years |
| PwBD – UR/EWS | 10 years |
| PwBD – OBC | 13 years |
| PwBD – SC/ST | 15 years |
Cumulative age relaxation is not available under the listed categories or in combination with other applicable relaxations. Candidates claiming relaxation must provide the required certificates.
SBI SCO Experience Required
| Post | Required Experience |
|---|---|
| Trade Finance Officer – JMGS-I | Minimum 1 year post-qualification experience in Trade Finance processing and operations in an Officer/Official role in any Scheduled Commercial Bank, preferably in a Maker role |
| Trade Finance Officer – MMGS-II | Minimum 3 years post-qualification experience in Trade Finance processing in an Officer/Official role in any Scheduled Commercial Bank |
The relevant experience certificate should specifically mention experience in the required field. Teaching and training experience will not be counted for eligibility.
SBI SCO Recruitment 2026: Salary Details
| Grade | Pay Scale | Probation |
|---|---|---|
| JMGS-I | ₹48,480-2,000/7-₹62,480-2,340/2-₹67,160-2,680/7-₹85,920 | 6 months |
| MMGS-II | ₹64,820-2,340/1-₹67,160-2,680/10-₹93,960 | 6 months |
The notification states that officers will also be eligible for benefits such as DA, HRA, CCA, Provident Fund, NPS, Leave Fare Concession (LFC), medical facilities, and other applicable benefits as per the Bank’s rules.
Application Fee
| General/EWS/OBC | ₹750 |
| SC/ST/PwBD | No fee |
The application fee is non-refundable. Online payment can be made through the available payment gateway using methods such as Debit Card, Credit Card, or Internet Banking.
SBI SCO Recruitment 2026: Selection Process
The selection process consists of:
- Shortlisting
- Interview
- Final Merit List
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| Shortlisting | The Bank’s shortlisting committee will decide the parameters and shortlist candidates for interview |
| Interview | The interview carries 100 marks |
| Merit List | Prepared in descending order based on interview scores |
| Tie-Breaking | Candidates with equal marks at the cut-off will be ranked according to age in descending order |
Simply meeting the minimum eligibility requirements does not guarantee an interview call.
Documents Required for SBI SCO Recruitment 2026
Candidates are required to upload the prescribed documents during the online application process.
- Recent photograph and signature
- Detailed resume
- ID proof
- Date of birth proof
- Caste certificate, if applicable
- PwBD certificate, if applicable
- Degree certificate
- IIBF Certification in Forex Operations
- Experience certificates
- Preferred certificate, if applicable
- Biodata form
- Form-16/Offer Letter from current employer
- NOC from the present employer, where applicable
- Mandatory undertaking
The notification specifies that documents generally need to be uploaded in PDF format, with the document file size not exceeding 500 KB.
How to Apply for SBI SCO Recruitment 2026
Candidates are required to submit the application online through the SBI Careers portal.
Steps to Apply
- Visit the SBI Careers Current Openings page.
- Find the advertisement CRPD/SCO/2026-27/15.
- Download and carefully read the detailed advertisement.
- Register online using the required details.
- Upload the photograph, signature, and required documents.
- Fill in the application form carefully.
- Pay the applicable application fee online.
- Review all details before final submission.
- Submit the application.
- Take a printout of the system-generated application form and retain it for future reference.
Important: The notification states that corrections/modifications are not permitted after the application window closes/final submission, as applicable. Candidates were also advised not to wait until the last date to submit their applications.
Important Points
- The Trade Finance Officer positions will remain in the Specialist Cadre, and there is no provision for conversion into the General Cadre.
- Posting/placement will be decided by SBI according to its requirements.
- Hyderabad and Kolkata are the suggested places of posting, but selected candidates may be posted anywhere in India at the Bank’s discretion.
- Eligible candidates can apply for both posts.
- Candidates working in Government organisations, Public Sector Undertakings, Nationalised Banks or Financial Institutions may be required to produce an NOC at the interview.
- Selected candidates must produce the required discharge/relieving certificate when joining.
- Candidates with pending or contemplated disciplinary proceedings as on the relevant date are not eligible to apply.
- SBI may modify or cancel the recruitment process, wholly or partially, at any stage.
- False information or suppression of material facts can lead to cancellation of candidature and other action.
Important links
- SBI Official Website: https://sbi.bank.in/
- SBI SCO Official Recruitment Notification PDF: https://sbi.bank.in/documents
- Apply Online: https://sbi.bank.in/web/careers/current-openings
FAQs on SBI SCO Recruitment 2026
1. How many vacancies are available in SBI SCO Recruitment 2026?
There are 35 vacancies of Trade Finance Officer posts, out of which 14 vacancies are in JMGS-I and 21 vacancies in MMGS-II.
2. What is the post available under SBI SCO Recruitment 2026?
Recruitment for the post of Trade Finance Officer – IBG (TFO-IBG) in JMGS-I and MMGS-II grades.
3. What is the age limit for SBI Trade Finance Officer JMGS-I?
The candidate should be between 21 and 30 years (as on 31 July 2026) relaxable as per rules.
4. What is the age limit for the MMGS-II post?
Age Limit 23 to 32 Years as on 31st July 2026 (with Relaxation as per Rules)
5. What educational qualification is required?
Candidates should be graduates in any discipline from a Government-recognized University/Institution and should possess certification in Forex Operations from IIBF.
