State Bank of India (SBI) Recruitment 2026: The State Bank of India has released an official notification for the recruitment of 60 Specialist Cadre Officers (SCO) on a regular basis. The recruitment is for the posts of Manager (Security) and Deputy Manager (Security).
Department: State Bank of India (SBI)
Post Name: Manager (Security) / Deputy Manager (Security)
Total Vacancy: 60 Posts
Apply date: 4 November to 25 November 2026
Eligibility: Graduation
Age Limit: 25 Years to 40 Years
Application Fee:Rs. 750/-
Salary: Rs. 64,820 to 1,05,820/-
Job Location: Anywhere in India
Application Mode: Online
Post-Wise Vacancy Details
Total Posts: 60
Post Name: Manager (Security) / Deputy Manager (Security)
Grade: MMGS-III / MMGS-II
Category-Wise Vacancy Details:
SC: 09
ST: 04
OBC: 16
EWS: 06
UR: 25
Total: 60
Note: The notification provides 60 vacancies with the above category-wise distribution. Separate vacancy numbers for Manager (Security) and Deputy Manager (Security) have not been specified.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification:
– Graduation in any discipline from a Government-recognized University or Institution.
Experience Required:
1. Manager (Security):
– An officer not below the rank of Major in the Indian Army or equivalent rank in the Indian Navy/Air Force with a minimum of 10 years of commissioned service.
OR
– An officer not below the rank of Deputy Commandant in Paramilitary Forces with a minimum of 10 years of service as an officer.
2. Deputy Manager (Security):
– An officer not below the rank of Captain in the Indian Army or equivalent rank in the Indian Navy/Air Force with a minimum of 5 years of commissioned service.
OR
– An officer not below the rank of Assistant Commandant in Paramilitary Forces with a minimum of 5 years of service as an officer.
Age Limit (As on 31 October 2026)
Minimum Age: 25 Years
Maximum Age: 40 Years
Age Relaxation:
– Relaxation in the upper age limit will be available to reserved category candidates as per Government of India guidelines, wherever applicable.
– The notification does not specify the exact number of relaxation years for each category.
Medical Fitness:
– Candidates must possess medical fitness in SHAPE-1 or an equivalent medical category.
– Candidates must upload supporting medical documents with the online application.
– Candidates currently in service must upload the latest Medical Board document showing their medical category.
Application Fee
General / EWS / OBC: Rs. 750/-
SC / ST: No Fee
Salary / Pay Scale
1. Manager (Security) – MMGS-III:
Rs. 85,920 – 2,680/5 – 99,320 – 2,980/2 – 1,05,820/-
2. Deputy Manager (Security) – MMGS-II:
Rs. 64,820 – 2,340/1 – 67,160 – 2,680/10 – 93,960/-
Additional Benefits:
– Dearness Allowance (DA)
– House Rent Allowance (HRA)
– City Compensatory Allowance (CCA)
– Provident Fund
– National Pension System (NPS)
– Leave Fare Concession (LFC)
– Medical Facilities
– Other applicable benefits as per SBI rules.
Probation Period:
6 Months as per the recruitment policy.
Selection Process
1. Online Written Examination
2. Personal Interview
3. Final Merit List
Exam Pattern
Online Written Examination
|
Subject |
Questions |
Marks |
Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Reasoning Ability |
50 |
25 |
30 Minutes |
|
English Language |
50 |
50 |
30 Minutes |
|
General Awareness |
50 |
25 |
25 Minutes |
|
Professional Knowledge |
50 |
100 |
35 Minutes |
|
Total |
200 |
200 |
120 Minutes |
Important Points:
– The online examination will be of 2 hours.
– Reasoning Ability, English Language and General Awareness are qualifying in nature.
– Marks obtained in these three sections will not be considered for preparing the merit list.
– Candidates must obtain the minimum qualifying marks in these sections as decided by SBI.
– Professional Knowledge marks will be considered for merit.
– There is no negative marking for wrong answers.
Interview:
– Candidates qualifying in the online written examination will be shortlisted for the interview.
– Interview will carry 100 marks.
– Qualifying marks will be decided by the Bank.
Final Merit List:
Online Written Test (Professional Knowledge): 100 Marks
Interview: 100 Marks
Total: 200 Marks
Normalized Marks:
Online Written Test (Professional Knowledge): 70 Marks
Interview: 30 Marks
Final Total: 100 Marks
– Category-wise merit lists will be prepared in descending order based on normalized scores.
– In case of a tie, the older candidate will be ranked higher.
Syllabus
Professional Knowledge – Manager (Security) / Deputy Manager (Security)
1. Security – Basic Practices and Principles
– Security and Safety
– Physical Security, Information Security and IT Security
– Incident, Emergency, Crisis and Disaster
– Asset Protection and Loss Prevention
– Risk, Threat and Vulnerability
– Security Management Principles and Best Practices
– Security Institutions and Organizations in India and Internationally
2. Security Management: Components and Concepts
– Security Assessment and Planning
– Security Survey and Audit
– Manpower Planning and Management
– Perimeter Protection and Access Control
– Surveillance and Monitoring
– Security Hardware and Software
– Alarm and Response Mechanisms
– Layered Defence and Multi-Level Protection
– Risk Management
– Budgeting and Resource Management
– Supervision, Command and Control
3. Risk Assessment: Components and Concepts
– Asset Profiling and Threat Analysis
– Vulnerability Assessment
– Risk Matrix and Risk Classification
– Gap Identification and Countermeasures
– Risk Management Process
– Risk Avoidance, Mitigation, Reduction, Transfer and Acceptance
4. Security Hardware
– Access Control Systems
– X-Ray Baggage Scanning Systems
– Door Frame and Hand-Held Metal Detectors
– Under Vehicle Scanning Systems
– Security and Burglar Alarms
– Fire Safety Equipment
– Public Address Systems
– Communication Systems and Walkie-Talkies
– Motorized Gates and Boom Barriers
– Bulletproof Glass and Protective Equipment
– Sniffer Dogs and Security Guard Forces
– Basic Knowledge of Small Arms and Automatic Weapons
5. Security Software
– Security Policies, Manuals and Handbooks
– Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
– Incident and Emergency Management
– Crisis and Disaster Response
– Security Drills and Rehearsals
– Security Awareness and Training
– Security Operations and Workforce Management
6. Fire Safety
– Basic Concepts of Fire
– Fire Triangle and Types of Fire
– Types of Fire Extinguishers
– Fire Prevention and Firefighting
– Emergency Response Plans
– Fire Safety Guidelines and Standards
7. CCTV – Basic General and Operational Knowledge
– Analogue, Digital and IP-Based CCTV Systems
– Types of Cameras
– Monitoring and Surveillance
– Camera Placement and Coverage
– Storage and Recording Systems
– Retrieval and Backup of Footage
– Video Analytics
– Legal Aspects and IT Guidelines
8. Manpower Management
– Administration and Discipline
– Motivation and Leadership
– Planning and Deployment of Security Personnel
– Duty Rotation and Leave Management
– Supervision and Command
– Records and Legal Aspects
9. Executive Protection
– Basic Principles of Executive Protection
– Precautions and Security Arrangements
– Use of Own Resources and Outsourced Expertise
– Security Challenges and Solutions
– Do’s and Don’ts
10. Disaster Management and Business Continuity Planning (BCP)
– Disaster Management and Response
– Natural and Man-Made Disasters
– National Disaster Management Policy
– Disaster Management Authorities
– Local Disaster Management Plans
– Coordination with State and National Authorities
– Emergency Response Teams
– Training, Drills and Follow-Up
11. Information Security
– Importance of Information Security
– Preventive Measures and Precautions
– Physical Security and Information Security
– Espionage and Infiltration
– Social Engineering
– Information Protection Methods
– Legal Aspects and Guidelines
12. IT Security
– Basic IT Security Setup
– Physical Access Control
– Security Roles and Responsibilities
– Movement of Men and Materials
– Information Security and IT Security
– Physical Security and IT Security Coordination
13. Organizational Relationship Management
– Basic Concepts, Principles and Ethics
– Roles and Responsibilities
– Organizational Objectives and Interests
– Protection of Organizational Image
– Coordination with Army, Police and Fire Services
– Coordination with Government Departments
– Integrity and Professional Conduct
14. Security Management in Banks
– Physical Security of Bank Branches and Offices
– Security of Cash, Gold and Valuables
– Vaults, Strong Rooms and Locker Rooms
– Security During Cash Transportation
– ATM Security
– Banking Security Threats
– Burglary, Dacoity, Theft and Vandalism
– Security Systems and Procedures
15. Administration – Basic Concepts and Principles
– General Office Management
– Manpower Management
– Discipline and Motivation
– Code of Ethics
– Employee Welfare
– Supervision, Command and Control
Important Dates
Online Application Starting Date: 04 November 2026
Online Application Last Date: 25 November 2026
Last Date for Fee Payment: 25 November 2026
Download of Written Examination Call Letter: December 2026
Online Examination: December 2026 / January 2027
Interview: January / February 2027
Final Result: February 2027
Examination Centre
The online examination will be conducted at various centres across India.
Bihar Examination Centres:
– Arrah
– Aurangabad (Bihar)
– Bhagalpur
– Darbhanga
– Gaya
– Muzaffarpur
– Patna
– Purnea
How to Apply: Online
Important Links
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About: State Bank of India (SBI) is India’s largest public sector bank, providing a wide range of banking and financial services through its branches and offices across the country. SBI conducts recruitment for various positions, including Specialist Cadre Officers, to strengthen its professional and administrative operations.