Bank of Baroda (BOB), one of India's premier public sector banks, has announced recruitment notification Advt. No. BOB/HRM/REC/ADVT/2026/17 for 1100 vacancies (1,100 posts) of Specialist Officers (SO) on a regular basis. This major banking campaign invites applications for 1,000 Wealth Executive positions in Junior Management Grade/Scale I (JMG/S-I) and 100 Credit Analyst positions in Middle Management Grade/Scale II (MMG/S-II) within Corporate and Institutional Credit (C&IC). The online application and fee payment deadline has been officially extended to 1 October 2026 through the IBPS recruitment gateway.
Bank of Baroda SO 2026: Post Breakdown and Scale of Pay
The 1100 regular specialist positions are divided into specialized corporate finance and retail wealth management functions:
| Designation | Grade / Scale | Vacancies | Basic Pay Scale (7th BPS) | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wealth Executive | JMG/S-I | 1000 Posts | Rs. 36,000 to Rs. 63,840 | 21 to 30 Years |
| Credit Analyst (C&IC) | MMG/S-II | 100 Posts | Rs. 48,170 to Rs. 69,810 | 25 to 35 Years |
Selection Process and Exam Pattern
The selection architecture for Bank of Baroda Specialist Officers involves three progressive evaluation stages:
- Online Objective Examination / Psychometric Assessment: Shortlisted applicants undergo a nationwide Computer Based Online Test (or screening assessment depending on application volume) covering Professional Knowledge, Reasoning, English Language, and Quantitative Aptitude.
- Group Discussion (GD): Candidates meeting sectional and aggregate cutoffs in the written test are invited for Group Discussion to evaluate communication, analytical leadership, and banking acumen.
- Personal Interview (PI): Rigorous board interview by senior banking executives focusing on credit appraisal, financial statement analysis, NISM wealth certification protocols, and regulatory compliance.
| Test Section | Number of Questions | Maximum Marks | Sectional Timing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Professional Knowledge (Banking/Finance/Credit) | 75 Questions | 75 Marks | 60 Minutes |
| Reasoning Ability | 25 Questions | 25 Marks | 30 Minutes |
| English Language | 25 Questions | 25 Marks | 30 Minutes |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 25 Questions | 25 Marks | 30 Minutes |
Previous Years Cutoff Trends and Qualifying Marks
Candidates must achieve minimum qualifying marks in each individual test section as well as aggregate cutoff benchmarks established by Bank of Baroda:
- Unreserved (UR) & EWS Category: Minimum 40% marks in the Professional Knowledge test and Personal Interview. Historic overall merit cutoffs for Scale I specialist posts have settled between 62% and 68% of total combined marks.
- OBC, SC, and ST Categories: Minimum 35% qualifying threshold in written sections and interview stages, with historic aggregate cutoff benchmarks settling between 54% and 61%.
- Negative Marking: Each wrong response in the online objective test incurs a 0.25 mark deduction penalty. Unattempted questions carry zero penalty.
Candidate Guidelines and Aspirant Suggestions
- Professional Certifications Verification: Wealth Executive aspirants should hold or acquire valid NISM Series V-A (Mutual Fund Distributors) and NISM Series X-A/X-B certifications. Ensure all passing credentials are authenticated prior to interview registration.
- Credit Appraisal Framework: Credit Analyst candidates must prepare extensively on balance sheet scrutiny, working capital assessment (Tandon/Chore committee norms), cash flow forecasting, and debt service coverage ratio (DSCR) calculations.
- Application Fee Payment: General, OBC, and EWS candidates must deposit an application fee of Rs. 850/- plus applicable GST. SC, ST, PwBD, ESM, and women candidates pay Rs. 175/- plus GST. Ensure successful payment receipt generation before the closing cutoff.
- Final Application Printout: Candidates can print their submitted online application forms until 16 October 2026. Keep three printed hard copies along with payment e-receipts for production at the document verification phase.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the extended last date to apply for Bank of Baroda SO 2026?
The online registration and application fee payment deadline has been extended to 1 October 2026 on the official portal.
How many vacancies are announced in this Bank of Baroda recruitment?
There are exactly 1100 vacancies, including 1,000 posts for Wealth Executive (Scale I) and 100 posts for Credit Analyst (Scale II).
What is the educational qualification for Wealth Executive posts?
Candidates must possess a Bachelor Degree in any discipline from a recognized University, along with relevant work experience in financial products or wealth distribution.
Is there any negative marking in the online written examination?
Yes. An objective penalty of 0.25 marks is deducted for each incorrect answer in the online test.
Until what date can candidates print their submitted application forms?
Candidates are permitted to take printouts of their registered online application forms up to 16 October 2026.