Bank of Baroda SRD Recruitment 2026: 11 Backlog Posts for SC, ST and OBC Candidates
Bank of Baroda has released a notification for 11 backlog officer posts under its Special Recruitment Drive (SRD) 2026. The posts are Senior Manager, Chief Manager and Manager in the Risk Management, MSME Banking and Finance departments. This drive is only for Scheduled Caste (SC), Scheduled Tribe (ST) and Other Backward Classes (OBC – Non-Creamy Layer) candidates. Online applications can be submitted by 17 November 2026 on bankofbaroda.bank.in.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification released | 28 October 2026 |
| Online registration starts | 28 October 2026 |
| Last date to apply and pay the fee | 17 November 2026 |
| Age, qualification and experience counted as on | 1 October 2026 |
| Exam / Interview date | Not given in the notification |
Total Vacancies: 11 Posts
Of the 11 backlog vacancies, 4 are for SC, 3 for ST and 4 for OBC candidates. There is no Unreserved, EWS or PwBD seat in this drive. By department: Risk Management has 6 posts, MSME Banking has 1 post and Finance has 4 posts. The Bank may change the number of vacancies depending on its needs.
| Post | SC | ST | OBC | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Senior Manager – Project Finance (Infrastructure & ESG) | Combined row (see below) | 1 | ||
| Senior Manager – MSME Credit Risk Management | Combined row | 1 | ||
| Senior Manager – Enterprise and Operational Risk Management | Combined row | 1 | ||
| Senior Manager – Fraud Incidence and Root Cause Analysis | Combined row | 1 | ||
| Combined row for the four posts above | 1 | 1 | 2 | 4 |
| Manager – Digital Fraud | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| Senior Manager – MSME Relationship | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Senior Manager – Business Finance | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 |
| Chief Manager – Internal Controls | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 |
| Total | 4 | 3 | 4 | 11 |
Educational Qualification and Experience
Both qualification and experience are compulsory. The degree must be from an institution recognised by the Government of India, a government body or AICTE. Age, qualification and experience are all counted as on 1 October 2026.
| Post | Qualification | Experience |
|---|---|---|
| Senior Manager – Project Finance (Infrastructure & ESG) | CA, or full-time MBA/PGDM or its equivalent in the relevant field | 5 years in BFSI, with at least 3 years in Project Finance, especially infrastructure like roads, ports or power |
| Senior Manager – MSME Credit Risk Management | CA, or full-time MBA/PGDM or its equivalent in the relevant field | 5 years in BFSI, with at least 3 years in MSME Credit or Risk Management dealing with Credit Risk |
| Senior Manager – Enterprise and Operational Risk Management | CA, or full-time MBA/PGDM or its equivalent in the relevant field | 5 years in BFSI in Operational Risk, with at least 3 years at an operational unit |
| Senior Manager – Fraud Incidence and Root Cause Analysis | Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in analytics, data science, finance or accounting, or CA, or Company Secretary | 5 years in BFSI, with 3 years in Audit, Compliance, Risk and Governance, Operational Risk or Fraud Risk |
| Manager – Digital Fraud | Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, IT or Data Science, or MCA | 3 years in IT or digital area in the banking sector |
| Senior Manager – MSME Relationship | Graduate in any discipline | 8 years in banking, with 4 years in credit processing or sales of loan products with a bank, NBFC or financial institution in India |
| Senior Manager – Business Finance | Graduation in any discipline and Chartered Accountant | 6 years in Business Finance in a large bank or large NBFC |
| Chief Manager – Internal Controls | Graduation in any discipline and Chartered Accountant | 8 years in a Big 4, large or leading accounting firm or bank, in Accounts, Internal Controls, Internal Audit and Operational Governance Oversight |
Extra certificates like CFA, FRM, PRM, ESG, SCR, CFE, CFF, CAMS, an MBA in Finance or an ICWA/CMA are only preferred, not mandatory. Experience of less than six months in any organisation will not be counted (unless it is part of the current job). Experience in the clerical cadre and teaching and training experience will not be counted.
Age Limit (as on 1 October 2026)
| Post | Minimum – Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| Senior Manager – Project Finance, MSME Credit Risk, Enterprise and Operational Risk, Fraud Incidence and RCA | 27 – 40 years |
| Manager – Digital Fraud | 24 – 34 years |
| Senior Manager – MSME Relationship | 30 – 40 years |
| Senior Manager – Business Finance | 28 – 38 years |
| Chief Manager – Internal Controls | 30 – 40 years |
| Category | Upper Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST | 5 years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 years |
| Ex-servicemen and commissioned officers (OBC / SC-ST) | 8 years / 10 years |
| Persons affected by the 1984 riots | 5 years |
The relaxation for SC/ST/OBC can be combined with only one of the other categories. The notification lists no age relaxation for PwBD. OBC candidates in the creamy layer, or whose caste is not on the Central List, are not eligible for these backlog vacancies.
Salary
| Scale | Pay Scale (Rs) |
|---|---|
| MMG/S-II (Manager – Digital Fraud) | 64,820-2,340/1-67,160-2,680/10-93,960 |
| MMG/S-III (Senior Manager posts) | 85,920-2,680/5-99,320-2,980/2-1,05,280 |
| SMG/S-IV (Chief Manager – Internal Controls) | 1,02,300-2,980/4-1,14,220-3,360/2-1,20,940 |
The basic pay starts at Rs 64,820, Rs 85,920 and Rs 1,02,300 for the three scales. Allowances and perquisites follow Bank policy. The notification gives no total salary figure. Please note: the notification prints the scale of the Senior Manager – MSME Relationship post differently in two places (MMG/S-III in the post table, MMG/S-II in the reservation table) — check this in the official PDF before applying.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| OBC | Rs 850 (including GST) plus payment gateway charges |
| SC, ST, PwD, ESM, DESM and Women | Rs 175 (including GST) plus payment gateway charges |
The Rs 175 is only a non-refundable intimation charge. The fee is payable even if no online test is held and even if the candidate is not shortlisted. The notification does not say which fee an OBC woman pays, and it states no fee for General or EWS candidates (there are no UR/EWS seats in this drive). Payment is online only.
Selection Process
- Application scrutiny — first check of all applications.
- Online test — only if the Bank conducts it.
- Psychometric test — or any other test the Bank thinks suitable.
- Group Discussion and/or Interview — one or multiple rounds.
- Document verification — originals checked as and when called.
The Bank may shortlist on test performance, qualification, experience, domain expertise and suitability. Interview qualifying marks are 60% for General and EWS and 55% for other reserved categories, and the Bank may vary them. Only interview qualifiers are considered, and ties at a cut-off mark are ranked by age, older first. The notification gives no exam pattern, syllabus or dates.
Important Documents
With the online form, candidates must upload date of birth proof, degree certificates, other certifications, experience letter, CTC break-up and latest salary slips. Each upload must be a PDF in A4 size, up to 500 KB. The photograph should be a recent colour passport-style photo, 20 KB to 50 KB in JPG. The signature should be in black ink on white paper, 10 KB to 20 KB in JPG — a signature in capital letters is not accepted. The caste certificate must be in the Government of India format, the caste name must match the Central Government list, and the OBC certificate must carry the non-creamy layer clause, be valid on the interview date and have been issued within one year as on the advertisement date. Government, PSU and bank employees must produce a No Objection Certificate from their employer at the interview.
How to Apply Online
- Open the Bank’s recruitment portal and go to the Current Opportunities section (links below).
- Register in the online application format with a personal email ID that stays active throughout the process — all call letters and messages go only to that email.
- Upload your resume, photograph and signature, and your eligibility documents.
- Check every detail carefully. You cannot change anything after you click Submit.
- Pay the fee online by debit card, credit card, net banking or UPI.
- Print the e-receipt and the application form and note the acknowledgement number.
Please note: each candidate can apply for only one position. If you apply more than once, only the last completed application is kept and all other fees are forfeited. The registration is complete only when the fee is paid online by the last date. Service bond: serve at least 3 years, or pay three months’ gross salary (not more than Rs 3 lakh). Probation is 12 months of active service.
Important Links
- Bank of Baroda Official Website — bankofbaroda.bank.in
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. How many vacancies are there in the Bank of Baroda SRD Recruitment 2026?
There are 11 backlog vacancies — Senior Manager, Chief Manager and Manager posts in Risk Management (6), MSME Banking (1) and Finance (4).
Q2. Who can apply for this recruitment?
Only SC, ST and OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) candidates. There is no Unreserved, EWS or PwBD seat in this drive.
Q3. What is the last date to apply?
The last date to submit the online application and pay the fee is 17 November 2026.
Q4. What is the application fee?
Rs 850 (including GST) for OBC candidates and Rs 175 (including GST) for SC, ST, PwD, ESM, DESM and women candidates. Payment is online only.
Q5. What is the salary?
Basic pay starts at Rs 64,820 for Manager (MMG/S-II), Rs 85,920 for Senior Manager (MMG/S-III) and Rs 1,02,300 for Chief Manager (SMG/S-IV). Allowances follow Bank policy.
Q6. How will candidates be selected?
After application scrutiny, there may be an online test, a psychometric test, group discussion and/or interview, and document verification. The notification gives no exam pattern or dates.
Q7. Can a candidate apply for more than one post?
No. Each candidate can apply for only one position. If you apply more than once, only the last completed application is kept.
Note: This information is based on Bank of Baroda Advertisement No. BOB/HRM/REC/ADVT/2026/19. Candidates must read the official notification on bankofbaroda.bank.in before applying.
Next Action: Apply online at bankofbaroda.bank.in before 17 November 2026
