Quick answer: Bank of Baroda (BOB) has released a Special Recruitment Drive 2026 (Advertisement No. BOB/HRM/REC/ADVT/2026/19) for 11 backlog specialist officer vacancies across 8 posts in Risk Management, MSME Banking and Finance, open only to SC, ST and OBC candidates. Posts are in scales MMG/S-II, MMG/S-III and SMG/S-IV, with approximate pay of ₹64,820 to ₹1,20,940 a month depending on scale. Online applications run from 28 October to 17 November 2026 through the Careers section of the Bank of Baroda website.
Specialist officer roles at public sector banks are among the best-paid banking jobs in India, combining a structured PSU pay scale with perks under the industry-level settlement. This drive fills backlog reserved vacancies, so eligible SC, ST and OBC professionals in risk, credit, fraud analytics and finance face a much smaller applicant pool than in open recruitments.
BOB Special Recruitment 2026 at a Glance
| Bank | Bank of Baroda |
| Advertisement | BOB/HRM/REC/ADVT/2026/19 |
| Vacancies | 11 backlog posts (SC 4, ST 3, OBC 4) |
| Departments | Risk Management, MSME Banking, Finance |
| Apply online | 28 October 2026 to 17 November 2026 |
| Age reckoned on | 1 October 2026 |
| Probation | 12 months |
| Service bond | 3 years |
Posts, Vacancies and Requirements
| Post | Scale | Vacancies | Age | Key requirement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Senior Manager – Project Finance (Infrastructure & ESG) | MMG/S-III | 1 | 27–40 | CA or full-time MBA/PGDM (CFA/FRM preferred); 5 yrs BFSI incl. 3 yrs project finance |
| Senior Manager – MSME Credit Risk Management | MMG/S-III | 1 | 27–40 | CA or MBA/PGDM; 5 yrs BFSI incl. 3 yrs MSME credit/risk |
| Senior Manager – Enterprise & Operational Risk | MMG/S-III | 1 | 27–40 | CA or MBA/PGDM; 5 yrs BFSI operational risk incl. 3 yrs at an operational unit |
| Senior Manager – Fraud Incidence & Root Cause Analysis | MMG/S-III | 1 | 27–40 | Degree in analytics/data science/finance/accounting or CA/CS; 5 yrs BFSI incl. 3 yrs audit/compliance/risk |
| Manager – Digital Fraud | MMG/S-II | 2 | 24–34 | Degree in CS/IT/Data Science or MCA; 3 yrs IT/digital work in banking |
| Senior Manager – MSME Relationship | MMG/S-III | 1 | 30–40 | Graduate (finance/marketing MBA preferred); 8 yrs banking incl. 4 yrs credit/loan sales |
| Senior Manager – Business Finance | MMG/S-III | 2 | 28–38 | Graduate and CA; 6 yrs business finance in a large bank/NBFC |
| Chief Manager – Internal Controls | SMG/S-IV | 2 | 30–40 | Graduate; 8 yrs in Big 4 / large accounting firm or banks (accounts, internal controls, audit) |
Clerical, teaching or training experience does not count, and post-qualification experience of under six months is ignored. Check the exact qualification and experience wording for each post in the official advertisement.
Pay Scales
| Scale | Approximate pay range (per month) |
|---|---|
| MMG/S-II | ₹64,820 – ₹93,960 |
| MMG/S-III | ₹85,920 – ₹1,05,280 |
| SMG/S-IV | ₹1,02,300 – ₹1,20,940 |
Officers also receive DA, HRA or leased accommodation, medical benefits and other perquisites under the bank’s rules and the industry-level bipartite settlement.
Age Relaxation
- SC/ST: 5 years; OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 years
- Ex-Servicemen and persons affected by the 1984 riots: as per rules
Application Fee
- OBC: ₹850 (including GST) plus gateway charges
- SC, ST, PwD, ESM/DESM and women: ₹175 (including GST) plus gateway charges
Selection Process
- Shortlisting based on qualification, experience and suitability
- Online test and/or psychometric test, if conducted
- Interview and/or group discussion (minimum 55% for reserved categories)
- Final merit list
How to Apply
- Go to the Careers → Current Opportunities section of the Bank of Baroda website.
- Open the Special Recruitment Drive 2026 link and register.
- Fill in your details and upload your resume, date of birth proof, educational certificates, experience certificates and caste certificate, plus photo and signature.
- Pay the fee online and submit by 17 November 2026.
- Save the e-receipt and application form.
The Fine Print
- Only SC, ST and OBC candidates can apply, against the specific reserved vacancy of each post.
- Apply for one post only. Multiple applications lead to only the last one being considered.
- 3-year service bond: leaving earlier means paying 3 months’ gross salary, capped at ₹3 lakh.
- Experience must be relevant and post-qualification.
Is It Worth Applying?
For eligible SC, ST and OBC professionals in risk, credit, fraud analytics or finance, this is a strong opportunity: senior PSU bank scales, a respected employer, and very limited competition because the posts are reserved backlog vacancies. Make sure your experience certificates clearly show the specific domain experience each post requires.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can apply for the BOB Special Recruitment Drive 2026?
Only SC, ST and OBC candidates who meet the post-specific qualification, experience and age criteria.
How many vacancies are there?
11 backlog vacancies across 8 specialist posts.
What is the last date to apply?
17 November 2026.
What is the salary?
Approximately ₹64,820 to ₹1,20,940 a month depending on scale, plus allowances and perquisites.
Is there a service bond?
Yes, 3 years. Early exit requires paying 3 months’ gross salary, capped at ₹3 lakh.
Official source: Bank of Baroda Advertisement No. BOB/HRM/REC/ADVT/2026/19, available in the Careers section at bankofbaroda.bank.in. Always confirm details in the official advertisement before applying. This site is not affiliated with Bank of Baroda and never charges any fee for job information.