Bank of India SO Recruitment 2025; Bank of India has released the SO Recruitment 2025 notification for 115 Specialist Officer vacancies across Scale II, III & IV. The online application process began on 17/11/2025 and will continue until 30/11/2025. Candidates with experience in IT, Risk, Law, Finance, Engineering and other specialised domains can apply. Interested applicants should submit their forms before the deadline to avoid last-minute issues.
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Bank of India SO Recruitment 2025 – Details
| Organization Name | Bank of India (BOI) |
| Post Name | Specialist Officer (SO) |
| Advertisement No. | Project No. 2024-25/05 |
| Job Category | Bank Jobs |
| Total Vacancy | 115 |
| Apply Mode | Online |
| Apply Start | 17/11/2025 |
| Last Date Apply | 30/11/2025 |
| Last Date for Payment of Fee | 30/11/2025 |
| Application Form Correction | Not Available |
| Selection Process | Online Exam & Interview |
| Exam Dates | To be Announced |
| Salary | ₹64,820 – ₹1,20,940 per month |
| Official Website | www.bankofindia.co.in |
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Scale | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | UR | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chief Manager – IT (Various Streams) | IV | 2 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 7 | 15 |
| Senior Manager – IT/Risk/Project Management | III | 8 | 4 | 14 | 5 | 23 | 54 |
| Manager (Law, Engineers, IT, Risk, Finance, etc.) | II | 6 | 3 | 12 | 4 | 21 | 46 |
| Grand Total | — | — | — | — | — | — | 115 |
Eligibility Criteria
The eligibility requirements vary according to the post and scale. Below is the general eligibility:
Age Limit
- Scale IV: 28–45 years
- Scale III: 28–40 years
- Scale II: 25–35 years
Age relaxation applies as per government norms.
Educational Qualifications
- B.E./B.Tech/MCA/M.Sc in Computer Science, IT, Electronics, Electrical & Electronics, or related fields with minimum 60% marks.
- For Law posts: Degree in Law.
- For Finance roles: CA/ICWA/MBA (Finance).
- Economist roles: Postgraduate degree in Economics/Econometrics.
Experience
- Required experience ranges from 2 to 8 years, depending on the post.
- IT roles require experience in cybersecurity, cloud, networking, DevOps, database, fintech, and IT infrastructure.
- Risk & Security positions require IS audit, risk assessment, and regulatory compliance expertise.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee Amount |
|---|---|
| SC / ST / PwD | ₹175 |
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹850 |
Selection Process
The selection process involves two stages:
1. Online Examination
The exam will have:
- English Language (qualifying only)
- Professional Knowledge
- General Awareness (with special reference to Banking Industry)
Minimum qualifying marks apply for each section. Negative marking of 0.25 marks for wrong answers.
2. Interview
- Total marks: 100
- Minimum qualifying marks:
- General/EWS: 50%
- SC/ST/OBC/PwD: 45%
If the number of applications is high, the bank may conduct interview only without an online exam.
How to Apply
Follow the steps to apply online for Bank of India SO Recruitment 2025:
- Visit the official website: www.bankofindia.co.in
- Click on “Career → Recruitment of Specialist Officers”.
- Open the online application link.
- Register using a valid mobile number and email ID.
- Fill in all required details carefully.
- Upload scanned documents (photo, signature, certificates).
- Pay the application fee through online mode.
- Submit the form and download the final receipt.
Exam Pattern
| Test Name | Max Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| English Language | 25 | 100 minutes |
| Professional Knowledge | 100 | — |
| General Awareness (Banking) | 25 | — |
| Total | 150 Marks | 2 Hours |
Notes:
- English Language is qualifying only.
- Negative marking: 0.25 marks per wrong answer.
- Exam bilingual (English/Hindi) except English section.