State Bank of India (SBI)Trade Finance Officer (TFO) Recruitment 2026Apply Online for Specialist Cadre Officer (SCO) Posts |
Important Dates- Online Apply Start Date : 13/05/2026
- Online Apply Last Date : 02/06/2026
- Last Date For Fee Payment : 02/06/2026
- Exam Date : Notified Soon
- Admit Card : Before Exam
- Result Declared Date : Will Be Updated Here Soon
| Application Fee- For General, OBC, EWS : ₹ 750/-
- For SC / ST, PwBD : ₹ 00/-
- Payment Mode (Online): You can make the payment using the following methods:
- Debit Card
- Credit Card
- Internet Banking
- IMPS
- Cash Card / Mobile Wallet
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Age Limit & Eligibility Criteria- Minimum Age : 23 Years
- Maximum Age : 32 Years
- Age Calculation Date : Age will be calculated as on 30 April 2024. (Note: Candidates are advised to cross-verify the age calculation date in the official notification, Advt No. CRPD/SCO/2026-27/05, as it pertains to a 2026 recruitment, for any updated or specific guidelines.)
- Age Relaxation : Age relaxation in the upper age limit for reserved categories (SC/ST/OBC/PwBD) will be provided as per the rules and regulations of the Government of India and State Bank of India.
- Educational Qualification : Candidates must possess a Graduation Degree in any discipline (e.g., B.A., B.Sc., B.Com, B.Tech, etc.) from a University recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC) or any other equivalent statutory body established by the Government of India.
- Certification : A mandatory Certification in Forex from IIBF (Indian Institute of Banking & Finance) or another accredited institution is required. Preference will be given to candidates holding additional certifications such as CDCS (Certified Documentary Credit Specialist), Certificate in Trade Finance, or Certificate in International Banking, which will be considered as added advantage.
- Experience : A minimum of 2 years of post-qualification experience is essential. This experience must be specifically in Trade Finance processing, served in a supervisory or official role, within any Scheduled Commercial Bank. Experience gained prior to obtaining the required educational qualification will not be considered.
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Selection Process- Stage 1: Shortlisting : Applications will be scrutinized by a screening committee based on essential qualifications, experience, and other eligibility criteria. Depending on the number of applications received and the criteria set, candidates will be shortlisted for the interview round. SBI reserves the right to adopt appropriate shortlisting methods, which may include criteria such as higher qualifications, more relevant experience, etc.
- Stage 2: Interview : Shortlisted candidates will be called for a personal interview. The interview will assess candidates’ domain knowledge in Trade Finance, leadership skills, communication abilities, general banking awareness, and overall suitability for the Specialist Cadre Officer position. The interview will carry a significant weightage, and candidates must perform well to secure a place in the final merit list.
- Stage 3: Document Verification (DV) : Candidates who are provisionally selected after the interview will undergo a rigorous document verification process. It is mandatory for candidates to produce all original certificates and testimonials, including educational qualification certificates, experience letters, caste/category certificates (if applicable), proof of age, identity proof, and other relevant documents, for verification. Any discrepancy or failure to produce required documents will lead to disqualification.
- Stage 4: Medical Examination : All candidates provisionally selected after the interview and document verification stages will be subjected to a medical examination as per the bank’s prescribed standards. This is to ensure that the candidates are medically fit for the demanding responsibilities of the role.
- Stage 5: Final Merit List : A final merit list will be prepared based on the marks obtained by candidates in the Interview. Candidates will be selected in order of merit within each category, subject to fulfilling all eligibility conditions and successfully completing the document verification and medical examination.
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How to Apply- Interested candidates who wish to apply for the SBI Trade Finance Officer post can submit their application online before the last date, 02 June 2026.
- Ensure you have a valid email ID and mobile number for registration and communication.
- Use the “Click Here” link provided below under the “Some Useful Important Links” section to apply directly, or visit the official SBI careers portal.
- Click on “Current Openings” and find the “Recruitment of Specialist Cadre Officers in SBI” (Advt No. CRPD/SCO/2026-27/05) and then click on “Apply Online”.
- Register yourself by providing basic details and then proceed to fill the detailed application form. Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, educational certificates, experience certificates, and other required documents as per the specifications mentioned in the official notification.
- Pay the application fee online through Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, etc., if applicable.
- Review your application carefully before final submission. Take a printout of the submitted application form for future reference.
- Note – Candidates are strongly advised to carefully read the Official Notification (Advt No. CRPD/SCO/2026-27/05) before filling the online application form to understand all specific requirements regarding Last Date, Age Limit, Education Qualification, Experience, and document specifications.
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Some Useful Important Links |
Apply Online Link | |
Download Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
Official Website | Click Here |
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