Indian Overseas Bank (IOB) has announced a recruitment drive for Specialist Officer positions across JMG Scale I, MMG Scale II, and MMG Scale III. A total of 291 vacancies are open for candidates looking to advance their careers in the public banking sector across India.
Interested applicants who meet the eligibility criteria can submit their applications online starting from August 29, 2026. You can explore relevant opportunities in Management Jobs and Engineering Jobs on our portal for similar career updates.
Overview of IOB Specialist Officer Recruitment 2026
The recruitment covers various posts including Manager (Branch Management), Manager (IT), Information Security, Credit, Risk, Database Administration, Network Administration, Cyber Security, and Security Officer positions.
| Event / Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Indian Overseas Bank (IOB) |
| Post Name | Specialist Officer (JMG Scale I, MMG Scale II, MMG Scale III) |
| Total Vacancies | 291 |
| Application Start Date | August 29, 2026 |
| Application End Date | September 15, 2026 |
| Eligibility Cutoff Date | August 01, 2026 |
| Job Location | All India |
Vacancy Distribution
The 291 vacancies are divided as follows:
- Manager (Branch Management): 100 vacancies
- Other Specialist Officer Posts: 191 vacancies (IT, Information Security, Credit, Risk, Database Administration, Network Administration, Cyber Security, and Security)
Educational Qualification & Experience
Educational and experience requirements vary according to the post:
- Manager (Branch Management): Graduation in any discipline with at least three years of experience as an officer in a scheduled public or private sector bank (including a minimum of two years in branch banking).
- Manager (IT): B.E./B.Tech/MCA/M.Sc. in Computer Science or Information Technology with at least five years of post qualification experience in IT (including three years in the banking or BFSI sector).
- Other Specialist Posts: Relevant educational qualifications and work experience as specified in the detailed notification.
Age Limit (As on August 01, 2026)
The required age limits depend on the specific post applied for:
- Manager (Branch Management): 23 to 33 years
- Manager (IT): 25 to 35 years
- Assistant Manager (Security): 30 to 45 years
- Overall Age Range: 22 to 45 years depending on the post
Relaxations in the upper age limit are applicable for reserved categories as per prevailing government rules.
Pay Scale
Selected candidates will receive salaries based on their grade scale, along with additional allowances as per IOB rules:
- JMG Scale I: ₹48,480 - ₹85,920
- MMG Scale II: ₹64,820 - ₹93,960
- MMG Scale III: ₹85,920 - ₹1,05,280
Application Fee Structure
| Category | Application Fee (Inclusive of GST) |
|---|---|
| SC / ST / PwBD | ₹175 |
| All Others (including OBC & EWS) | ₹1,000 |
Selection Process
The recruitment process consists of the following stages:
- Preliminary screening or shortlisting (where applicable)
- Online Examination
- Personal Interview
- Document Verification
How to Apply for IOB Specialist Officer Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official Indian Overseas Bank careers page.
- Locate the application link for Recruitment of Generalist/Specialist Officers 2026-27.
- Fill out the online application form with your personal, educational, and experience details.
- Upload the scanned copies of required documents, photograph, and signature.
- Pay the required application fee through the online payment gateway.
- Review all entered details carefully and submit the application form.
- Download and print a copy of the completed application form for future reference.
Important Links
- Download Official Notification PDF
- Apply Online Portal
- Indian Overseas Bank Official Website
Application Cycle Context
This recruitment process is active for the 2026-27 recruitment cycle. If you are reading this after September 15, 2026, the online application window for this specific cycle may be closed. You can check the Commerce Jobs Recruitment section for updated bank notifications and future openings.