SBI Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 1 Specialist Post
Job Overview
State Bank of India (SBI) has released the official notification for the SBI Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Recruitment 2026 under Advertisement No. CRPD/SCO/2025-26/21. This is a prestigious Specialist Cadre Officer (SCO) position offered on a contract basis for experienced finance professionals.
- Recruiting Authority: State Bank of India (SBI)
- Post Name: Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
- Total Vacancies: 01
- Application Mode: Online
- Job Location: SBI Corporate Centre, Mumbai (indicative)
Important Dates
- Online Application Start Date: 05 January 2026
- Last Date to Apply Online: 27 January 2026
- Selection Process: Shortlisting & Interview followed by CTC negotiation
Vacancy Details
SBI has announced a single vacancy for the post of Chief Financial Officer (CFO). A horizontal reservation for visually impaired candidates (PwBD - VI) is applicable and included within the unreserved (UR) category.
- Chief Financial Officer (CFO): 01 (UR - with horizontal PwBD reservation)
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the SBI Chief Financial Officer Recruitment 2026, candidates must meet the following criteria as on 31 December 2025:
- Educational Qualification: Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA) from a recognized institute or university. Preferred additional certifications such as FRM and/or CFA are desirable.
- Post-Qualification Experience: Minimum 15 years of post-qualification work experience in financial operations, accounting, taxation, or related areas in banks, large corporates, PSUs, financial institutions, etc. Of this experience, a minimum of 10 years must be in banks/financial institutions, with at least 5 years at senior management level.
- Age Limit: Minimum 52 years and maximum 57 years as of 31 December 2025 (relaxations applicable as per rules).
Job Profile
The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) will be responsible for strategic financial leadership, compliance, reporting, audit coordination, tax and accounting system development. Key responsibilities include financial and management reporting, ensuring SEBI and RBI regulatory compliance, overseeing audits, tax optimization, and support for international banking financial functions.
Salary & Compensation
The CFO post will be offered on a contract basis with a negotiable annual Cost To Company (CTC). The CTC is not limited and will depend on experienceand current emoluments. The pay structure will be split into:
- Fixed Pay: 90% of total CTC
- Variable Pay: 10% of total CTC
Additionally, the contractual officer will be entitled to 30 days leave per financial year and other provisions as per SBI contract terms.
Selection Process
The selection for the CFO post involves:
- Shortlisting: Based on eligibility, qualifications, and experience provided in the application
- Interview: Candidates shortlisted will be interviewed (100 marks)
- CTC Negotiation: Remuneration will be negotiated with selected candidates in merit order
A final merit list will be prepared based on interview scores and successful CTC negotiations.
Application Fee
Applicants are required to pay non-refundable fees as per SBI norms. Fee details are as follows:
- UR/EWS/OBC: ₹750
- SC/ST/PwBD: No Fee
- Payment Mode: Online through Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, etc.
How to Apply
Interested and eligible candidates should apply online through the official SBI careers portal:
- Visit the SBI careers page: sbi.bank.in/web/careers/current-openings
- Find and open the notification for Advertisement No. CRPD/SCO/2025-26/21
- Click “Apply Online” and complete registration with valid details
- Upload required documents (resume, ID proof, educational certificates, experience proofs)
- Pay the application fee and submit the form
- Print the confirmation for future reference
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the last date to apply?
The last date to submit the online application is 27 January 2026.
What qualification is required for the CFO post?
Candidate must be a qualified Chartered Accountant (CA). FRM/CFA certification is preferred.
Is this post permanent?
No, this is a contract basis appointment for up to three years, extendable to five.