Here is the complete detailed overview for the SBI Specialist Cadre Officer (Trade Finance Officer) recruitment drive under Advt. No. CRPD/SCO/2026-27/15.

Recruitment Overview

Grade-Wise Vacancies, Pay Scale & Age Limits

(Age limit cut-off date: September 19, 2026)

Upper Age Relaxation

• SC / ST Candidates: +5 Years
• OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): +3 Years
• PwBD (General / EWS): +10 Years
• PwBD (OBC-NCL): +13 Years
• PwBD (SC / ST): +15 Years
• Ex-Servicemen: As per Government Rules

Educational Qualification & Mandatory Experience

1. Trade Finance Officer – IBG (Grade JMGS I)

• Educational Qualification: Graduation (in any stream) from a recognized University/Institute.
• Mandatory Certification: Certification in Forex Operations from IIBF (dated on or before 31.07.2026).
• Desirable Certifications: CDCS (LIBF), CSDG (LIBF), CTFP (ICC Academy), GTC (ICC Academy), CITF (LIBF), or Certificate in International Trade Finance (IIBF).
• Work Experience (as on 31.07.2026): Minimum 1 year of post-qualification experience in trade finance processing as an Officer/Official in a Scheduled Commercial Bank.

2. Trade Finance Officer – IBG (Grade MMGS II)

• Educational Qualification: Graduation (in any stream) from a recognized University/Institute.
• Mandatory Certification: Certification in Forex Operations from IIBF (dated on or before 31.07.2026).
• Desirable Certifications: CDCS (LIBF), CSDG (LIBF), CTFP (ICC Academy), GTC (ICC Academy), CITF (LIBF), or Certificate in International Trade Finance (IIBF).
• Work Experience (as on 31.07.2026): Minimum 3 years of post-qualification experience in trade finance processing as an Officer/Official in a Scheduled Commercial Bank.

Selection Process & Application Fee

Selection Method

1. Shortlisting: Candidates are shortlisted based on qualification, experience, and eligibility criteria.
2. Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview (carrying 100 marks). Final merit list will be prepared strictly in order of interview scores.

Application Fee

• SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen Candidates: Nil (Exempted)
• General / OBC / EWS Candidates: ₹750/- (Non-refundable)
• Payment Mode: Online (Net Banking, Credit/Debit Card, UPI)

How to Apply Online

1. Go to the SBI official careers portal: sbi.bank.in or sbi.co.in/web/careers.
2. Locate the link under Current Openings for Advt. No. CRPD/SCO/2026-27/15.
3. Register using a valid Email ID and Mobile Number.
4. Fill out personal details, educational qualifications, IIBF certifications, and post-qualification work experience.
5. Upload scanned copies of required documents (Photograph, Signature, ID Proof, Educational Certificates, IIBF Forex Certificate, Work Experience Certificates).
6. Pay the application fee online (if applicable).
7. Submit the form and download/print the confirmation application sheet for future reference.

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