Indian Overseas Bank (IOB) has officially released the recruitment notification (Advt. No. HRDD/RECT/04/2026-27) to fill 291 Generalist and Specialist Officer vacancies on a regular basis.
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Online applications are open starting August 29, 2026, and candidates can apply online until September 15, 2026.
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Recruitment Overview
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Organization | Indian Overseas Bank (IOB) |
| Notification Number | HRDD/RECT/04/2026-27 |
| Posts Offered | Generalist & Specialist Officers (JMGS-I, MMGS-II, MMGS-III) |
| Total Vacancies | 291 Posts |
| Job Location | Across India |
| Employment Type | Regular Basis |
| Application Mode | Online Only |
| Online Application Opening Date | August 29, 2026 |
| Online Application Closing Date | September 15, 2026 |
| Official Portal | iob.bank.in |
Vacancy Details & Pay Scales
Pay Matrix by Cadre
| Grade / Scale | Monthly Basic Pay Scale (₹) |
|---|---|
| Junior Management Grade Scale I (JMGS I) | ₹48,480 – ₹85,290 |
| Middle Management Grade Scale II (MMGS II) | ₹64,820 – ₹93,960 |
| Middle Management Grade Scale III (MMGS III) | ₹85,920 – ₹1,05,280 |
Post-Wise Vacancies
| Post Name | Scale | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Manager – Branch Management | MMGS II | 100 |
| Manager – IT | MMGS II | 65 |
| Manager – Information Security | MMGS II | 5 |
| Manager – Information Security Audit | MMGS II | 5 |
| Senior Manager – IT | MMGS III | 10 |
| Senior Manager – Information Security | MMGS III | 3 |
| Senior Manager – Information Security Audit | MMGS III | 2 |
| Senior Manager – Database Administrator | MMGS III | 10 |
| Senior Manager – Network Administrator | MMGS III | 5 |
| Senior Manager – Cyber Security Administrator | MMGS III | 5 |
| Manager – Credit | MMGS II | 35 |
| Senior Manager – Credit | MMGS III | 15 |
| Senior Manager – Risk | MMGS III | 6 |
| Assistant Manager – Security | JMGS I | 25 |
| Total | 291 |
Qualification & Experience Requirements
- Manager (Branch Management): Graduation in any discipline from a recognized university + 3 years officer experience in a Scheduled Bank (minimum 2 years in Branch Banking). PracticeMock
- IT Specialist Roles (Manager / Sr. Manager): B.E./B.Tech (CS, IT, ECE, E&I), MCA, or M.Sc. (CS/IT) + post-qualification experience ranging from 5 to 8 years depending on scale. Karmasandhan
- Information Security / Cyber Security Roles: B.E./B.Tech or M.E./M.Tech (CS, IT, ECE, Cyber Security, InfoSec) + 2 to 5 years relevant domain experience. Bankersadda
- Credit Roles (Manager / Sr. Manager): Graduation + CA, CMA, CFA, MBA (Finance), or PGDM (Finance) + relevant banking credit experience. Bankersadda
- Senior Manager (Risk): Graduation/Post Graduation + specialization/certifications in Risk Management/Finance + 5 years relevant risk/credit experience.
- Assistant Manager (Security): Graduation + security/defence background (Ex-Servicemen JCOs / Police/Paramilitary officers with prescribed minimum service). Adda247
Age Limits & Fee Structure
Age Criteria (as of August 01, 2026) Free Job Alert
- Manager (Branch Management): 23 – 33 Years PracticeMock
- Manager (IT / Credit / InfoSec): 22/25 – 35 Years Free Job Alert
- Senior Manager Posts (Scale III): 25/28 – 35/40 Years Free Job Alert
- Assistant Manager (Security): 30 – 45 Years (Standard age relaxations apply: 3 years for OBC, 5 years for SC/ST, 10 years for PwBD). Adda247+ 1
Application Fee
- SC / ST / PwBD Candidates: ₹175/- (Intimation charges including GST) Karmasandhan
- All Other Candidates (General, OBC, EWS): ₹1,000/- (Application fee + Intimation charges including GST) Karmasandhan
Selection Process
- Online Written Examination: Evaluates Professional Knowledge, Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, and English Language. Adda247
- Personal Interview: Conducted for candidates short-listed from the online test. (Final merit is prepared with an 80:20 weightage for Online Examination and Interview). Adda247+ 1
How to Apply Online
- Visit the official Indian Overseas Bank portal at iob.bank.in and head to the Careers page. Karmasandhan
- Click on “Recruitment of Generalist/Specialist Officers 2026-27”. Karmasandhan
- Complete the online registration form with basic details, contact information, and academic qualifications.
- Upload scanned copies of required documents (Photograph, Signature, Caste/Category Certificate, Experience Certificates).
- Pay the application fee online using Debit Card, Credit Card, or Net Banking.
- Submit the completed application form and retain a printed copy for future reference.
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| Apply Now – Direct Link:- |
| IOB Recruitment Notification | Notification PDF |
| IOB Online Apply Link | Online Apply Link |
| IOB Official Website | Website Link |