SBI SCO Law Officer Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 49 Assistant Manager, Deputy Manager Posts
State Bank of India (SBI), Central Recruitment & Promotion Department, Corporate Centre, Mumbai
State Bank of India (SBI) has released the SBI SCO Law Officer Recruitment 2026 notification for 49 vacancies of Assistant Manager (Law) and Deputy Manager (Law). Eligible Law Graduates with relevant experience can apply online from 24 June 2026 to 14 July 2026 through the SBI official website. Candidates will be selected through an Online Written Test followed by an Interview.
Vacancy Details
| Organization Name | State Bank of India (SBI), Central Recruitment & Promotion Department, Corporate Centre, Mumbai |
| Examination Name | SBI Specialist Cadre Officer (Law) Recruitment 2026-27 |
| Advertisement No. | CRPD/SCO/2026-27/02 |
| Post Name |
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| Total Vacancies | 49 |
| Job Type | Bank Jobs |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Location | All India |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| APPLICATION_START_DATE | 24 June 2026 |
| LAST_DATE_FOR_APPLICATION | 14 July 2026 |
| LAST_DATE_FOR_FEE_PAYMENT | 14 July 2026 |
| ONLINE_WRITTEN_TEST | 01 August 2026 |
| INTERVIEW_DATE | — |
Eligibility Criteria
Qualification: LLB / Law Graduate from a recognized University
Assistant Manager (Law) – JMGS-I Graduate with a Degree in Law or Law Graduate from a recognized University in India. Candidates having a 5-year Integrated Law Course may be given preference. Mandatory Experience: 02 years experience as a practicing Advocate enrolled with Bar Council, OR 02 years experience as Law Officer in the Legal Department of Scheduled Commercial Banks, OR Combined experience of practicing Advocate and Law Officer totaling 02 years. Deputy Manager (Law) – MMGS-II Graduate with a Degree in Law or Law Graduate from a recognized University in India. Candidates having a 5-year Integrated Law Course may be given preference. Mandatory Experience: 04 years experience as a practicing Advocate enrolled with Bar Council, OR 04 years experience as Law Officer in the Legal Department of Scheduled Commercial Banks, OR Combined experience of practicing Advocate and Law Officer totaling 04 years.
Age Limit & Relaxation
Assistant Manager (Law): 25-32 Years, Deputy Manager (Law): 25-35 Years (as on 31-05-2026)
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 Years |
| SC/ST | 5 Years |
| PwBD (UR/EWS) | 10 Years |
| PwBD (OBC) | 13 Years |
| PwBD (SC/ST) | 15 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen/ECOs/SSCOs | 5 Years |
Salary Structure
| Component | Amount |
|---|---|
| Assistant Manager (Law) – JMGS-I | Basic Pay Rs.48,480-2000/7-62,480-2340/2-67,160-2680/7-85,920 |
| Deputy Manager (Law) – MMGS-II | Basic Pay Rs.64,820-2340/1-67,160-2680/10-93,960 |
| Additional Benefits | DA, HRA, CCA, PF, NPS, Medical Facility, LTC and other admissible benefits |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General/EWS/OBC | Rs.750/- |
| SC/ST/PwBD | Nil |
Documents Required
- Recent Passport Size Photograph
- Live Photograph
- Signature
- Brief Resume
- Valid ID Proof
- Proof of Date of Birth
- Educational Certificates and Mark Sheets
- Law Degree Certificate
- Bar Council Enrollment Proof
- Experience Certificates
- Caste Certificate (if applicable)
- EWS Certificate (if applicable)
- PwBD Certificate (if applicable)
- Preferred Qualification Certificate (if any)
- Form-16/Offer Letter/Latest Salary Slip
Selection Process
- 1Online Objective Test
- 2Descriptive Test
- 3Interview
- 4Document Verification
Exam Pattern
| Section | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reasoning | 25 | 25 | 45 Minutes |
| English Language | 35 | 35 | 45 Minutes |
| Professional Knowledge | 50 | 50 | 45 Minutes |
| Descriptive Test | 05 out of 08 | 50 | 45 Minutes |
The SBI Law Officer examination consists of an Objective Test and a Descriptive Test. General Aptitude comprising Reasoning and English Language is qualifying in nature only and its marks will not be considered for final merit. Professional Knowledge and Descriptive Test scores will be used for merit preparation. There is no negative marking in the examination.
Syllabus
The syllabus prescribed by SBI is indicative in nature and not exhaustive. Candidates should prepare core legal subjects thoroughly and stay updated with current legal developments and banking laws. Questions beyond the listed topics may also be asked in the examination.
How To Apply
Visit the official SBI Careers website. Open the "Current Openings" section. Click on SBI SCO Law Officer Recruitment 2026 link. Register using a valid Email ID and Mobile Number. Fill in the online application form carefully. Upload photograph, signature and all required documents. Pay the application fee through online mode, if applicable. Verify all details before final submission. Submit the application form and take a printout for future reference.
Important Instructions
Applications will be accepted only through online mode. Candidates are not allowed to apply for more than one post. Internship and teaching experience will not be considered for eligibility. No correction will be permitted after final submission of the application form. Candidates must possess all eligibility criteria as on 31.05.2026. Keep the registered Email ID and Mobile Number active till completion of recruitment. Candidates working in Government/PSU organizations must produce NOC during interview. All updates and corrigenda will be published only on the SBI website. Furnishing false information may lead to cancellation of candidature.
Job Description
Introduction State Bank of India (SBI) has released the SBI SCO Law Officer Recruitment 2026 notification for filling Specialist Cadre Officer positions on a regular basis. The recruitment aims to appoint qualified legal professionals for Assistant Manager (Law) and Deputy Manager (Law) posts across India. Vacancy Overview A total of 49 vacancies have been announced under this recruitment drive. The vacancies include 20 posts for Assistant Manager (Law) under JMGS-I grade and 29 posts for Deputy Manager (Law) under MMGS-II grade. Eligibility Candidates must possess a Degree in Law from a recognized university. Applicants should also possess mandatory post-qualification experience in legal practice or as Law Officers in Scheduled Commercial Banks. Experience requirements vary according to the post applied for. Age Limit For Assistant Manager (Law), candidates should be between 25 and 32 years of age. For Deputy Manager (Law), the prescribed age limit is 25 to 35 years as on 31 May 2026. Age relaxation is available for reserved categories. Salary Selected candidates will receive attractive salary packages. Assistant Manager (Law) officers will be placed in JMGS-I pay scale ranging from Rs.48,480 to Rs.85,920. Deputy Manager (Law) officers will be placed in MMGS-II pay scale ranging from Rs.64,820 to Rs.93,960 along with admissible allowances. Selection Process The selection process includes an Online Written Test comprising Objective and Descriptive examinations followed by an Interview. Final merit will be prepared with 70% weightage to written examination and 30% weightage to interview. Application Process Candidates need to visit the official SBI Careers portal and complete the online registration process. After filling the application form and uploading required documents, candidates should pay the application fee and submit the application before the deadline. Important Dates The online application process started on 24 June 2026 and the last date for submission of applications is 14 July 2026. The online written examination is tentatively scheduled for August 2026. Conclusion SBI SCO Law Officer Recruitment 2026 presents an excellent opportunity for experienced law professionals to build a career with India's leading public sector bank. Eligible candidates should apply online within the prescribed timeline and prepare thoroughly for the selection process.
