IOB Generalist/SO Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 291 Manager, Assistant Manager and Senior Manager Posts

Post-wise Vacancy, Age & Eligibility Details

PWBD Reservation

Of the 291 total posts, 12 vacancies are reserved for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities on a horizontal basis: 4 for Hearing Impaired (HI), 5 for Orthopedically Challenged (OC), 2 for Visually Impaired (VI), and 1 for Intellectual Disability (ID).

Age Relaxation

SC/ST: 5 years. OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 years. Persons with Benchmark Disabilities: 10 years. Persons affected by 1984 riots: 5 years. Ex-Servicemen/Commissioned Officers (min. 5 years military service): 5 years. Cumulative relaxation across categories is available to SC/ST/OBC candidates, subject to a maximum upper age limit of 50 years.

Pay Scale & Service Bond

JMGS I: ₹48,480-2000/7-62,480-2340/2-67,160-2680/7-85,290. MMGS II: ₹64,820-2340/1-67,160-2680/10-93,960. MMGS III: ₹85,920-2680/5-99,320-2980/2-1,05,280. Lateral Specialist Officer recruits in MMGS II/III also get Conveyance Expenses, Newspaper Cost, Telephone/Mobile Expenses, Residential Furniture, and Bank accommodation during probation. Selected candidates must execute a Financial Service Indemnity Bond of ₹2,00,000 (JMGS I) or ₹2,50,000 (MMGS II/III), each for a minimum 3 years' service.

Important Note on the Last Date

Some sections of the official notification mention 29 September 2026 as the last date, while the Important Dates table above lists 15 September 2026. The date in the Important Dates table above is the authoritative value used on this page. To be safe, we recommend completing your application on or before 15 September 2026, and verifying the exact deadline directly on IOB's official notification.

Selection Process

1. Post Code 01 (Manager – Branch Management): Online Examination — 100 questions/100 marks, 2 hours — English Language (25Q, 30 min) + Professional Knowledge covering Banking Law, Indian Economy, Banking Practice, and Accounting/Financial Management (75Q, 90 min).
2. All other posts: Online Examination — 100 questions/100 marks, 2 hours — English Language (25Q, 30 min), General Awareness re: Banking (25Q, 30 min), and post-specific Professional Knowledge (50Q, 60 min).
3. Minimum qualifying marks in the Online Exam: 35% (unreserved), 30% (reserved) in Professional Knowledge; 1/4th mark deducted per wrong answer.
4. Interview: maximum 100 marks, assessing Role-related Industry Exposure, Subject Knowledge, and Communication Skills. Minimum qualifying marks: 50% (unreserved), 45% (reserved).
5. Final Merit List: 80% weightage to the Online Examination, 20% to the Interview.

Documents Required

• Printout of the valid Interview Call Letter
• System-generated printout of the online application form
• Proof of Date of Birth (Birth Certificate or Std. X Certificate with DOB)
• Photo Identity Proof (Passport/Aadhaar/e-Aadhaar/PAN Card/Driving Licence/Voter's Card)
• Mark sheets and certificates for educational qualifications
• Work experience proof (Experience Certificates, Appointment Letters, Relieving Letters, Salary Slips)
• Certificates for preferred professional certifications, where applicable
• Caste Certificate (for SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS candidates, in the prescribed format)
• Disability Certificate (for PWBD candidates, issued by the District Medical Board)
• No Objection Certificate (for candidates currently in Government/PSU/Bank service)
• Note: Ration Card will NOT be accepted as valid ID proof at any stage.

How to Apply

1. Visit www.iob.bank.in and open the "Careers" page.
2. Click "Recruitment of Generalist/Specialist Officers in Various Scales – 2026-27" and select the post to apply for.
3. Click "Register Online" and complete first-time registration; note the system-generated Registration Number and Password.
4. Upload photograph, signature, left thumb impression, and handwritten declaration per the prescribed specifications.
5. Fill all required details and click "Complete Registration."
6. Pay the applicable Application Fee/Intimation Charges online (Debit Card/Credit Card/Internet Banking/BHIM/UPI).
7. Take a printout of the submitted application form and the payment e-receipt for future reference.

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