SBI Specialist Cadre Officers Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 100 Trade Finance Officer Posts - SBI SCO Recruitment 2026
The State Bank of India (SBI) has released an official recruitment notification for Specialist Cadre Officers (SCO) on a Regular Basis. SBI is looking for eligible Indian citizens to fill vacancies for the post of Trade Finance Officer (MMGS-II).
If you have experience in Trade Finance processing and hold the required IIBF certification, this is a golden opportunity to advance your banking career with India's largest public sector bank.
Below are the complete details regarding the vacancies, eligibility criteria, salary, selection process, and step-by-step application guidelines.
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Online Registration Starts | May 13, 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply & Pay Fees | June 2, 2026 |
| Cut-off Date for Age & Eligibility | April 30, 2026 |
💼 Vacancy Details & Place of Posting
Post Name: Trade Finance Officer (MMGS-II) – Middle Management Grade Scale-II
Nature of Post: Regular
Total Vacancies: 100 Posts (88 Fresh + 12 Backlog)
Suggested Place of Posting: Hyderabad & Kolkata
Category-wise Vacancy Breakdown:
UR: 38 | OBC: 22 | SC: 14 | ST: 18 | EWS: 8
PwBD (Horizontal): 3 (VI), 4 (HI), 3 (LD), 3 (d&e)
🎓 Eligibility Criteria (As of 30.04.2026)
1. Age Limit
Minimum Age: 23 years
Maximum Age: 32 years
2. Educational Qualifications
Mandatory: Graduate (in any discipline) from a Government-recognized University/Institution AND a Certification in Forex Operations from IIBF (Certificate must be dated on or before 30.04.2026).
Preferred: Certificate for Documentary Credit Specialists (CDCS) / Certificate in Trade Finance / Certificate in International Banking.
3. Work Experience
Mandatory: Minimum 2 years of post-qualification experience in Trade Finance processing in a Supervisory/Official role within any Scheduled Commercial Bank.
Specific Skills: Outstanding communication, presentation, and transaction processing skills.
💰 Salary, Probation & Perks
Grade: Middle Management Grade Scale – II (MMGS-II)
Pay Scale:
Rs. (64820-2340/1-67160-2680/10-93960)Probation Period: 6 Months
Perks & Allowances: Eligible for DA, HRA, CCA, Provident Fund, Contributory Pension Fund (NPS), Leave Fare Concession (LFC), Medical Facilities, and other perquisites as per Bank rules.
🎯 Selection Process
The selection will be strictly based on a two-stage process:
Shortlisting: A committee will screen applications based on qualifications and experience. Merely meeting the minimum criteria does not guarantee an interview call.
Interview: The interview will carry 100 marks. The bank will decide the qualifying marks.
Merit List: The final merit list will be prepared in descending order based only on interview scores. If scores tie, candidates will be ranked according to age (older candidate ranked higher).
💸 Application Fee
General / OBC / EWS: Rs. 750/- (Non-refundable)
SC / ST / PwBD: Nil (Exempted)
📝 Job Profile & Key Responsibilities
Scrutinizing Trade Finance documents (Letters of Credit, Collections, Bank Guarantees, etc.) for regulatory compliance (RBI/ICC/FEDAI guidelines).
Processing centralized Trade Finance and Forex transactions within the benchmarked Turnaround Time (TAT).
Reconciling entries across Trade Finance, Forex, CBS systems, and IDPMS/EDPMS.
Adhering to internal audits, RCSA, and BCOR guidelines.
🛠️ How to Apply & Document Guidelines
Candidates must apply online via the official SBI careers portal.
Documents to Keep Ready (PDF format, Max 500 KB each):
Detailed Resume, ID Proof, & Proof of Date of Birth.
Degree Certificate & Mandatory IIBF Forex Certificate.
Experience Certificates & Latest Salary Slip / Form-16.
NOC from present employer (Mandatory if working in Govt/PSU/Public Sector Banks).
Duly filled & signed Biodata Form and Mandatory Undertaking (available on the SBI website).
Photograph & Signature Specifications:
Photograph: Recent color passport photo (White background, 20 kb - 50 kb, 200 x 230 pixels).
Signature: On white paper with a Black Ink pen (10 kb - 20 kb, 140 x 60 pixels). Note: CAPITAL LETTERS not accepted.
Steps to Apply:
Go to the SBI Current Openings page:
sbi.bank.in/web/careers/current-openings Locate the link for Advertisement No: CRPD/SCO/2026-27/05 and click on "Apply Online".
Fill in your details. You can save your progress up to 3 times before submission.
Upload your scanned photograph, signature, and required PDF documents.
Pay the application fee online using Internet Banking, Debit, or Credit Card.
Print and download the system-generated application form and e-receipt for future reference.
🚨 Important Note: Apply well before the closing date (02.06.2026) to avoid last-minute server traffic jams. SBI does not endorse or associate with any external coaching platforms or consultancies claiming to guarantee selection. Rely only on the official SBI career portal.
🔗 Official Links
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