Central Bank of India Admit Card 2026 Out for Foreign Exchange Officer and Marketing Officer – Download Here

Central Bank of India SO Admit Card 2026 Overview

Central Bank of India has announced the exam date and released the admit card for the recruitment of Marketing Officer and Foreign Exchange Officer under 350 vacancies. The exam is scheduled for 14 March 2026. Registered candidates should visit the official portal at centralbankofindia.co.in to download their call letter without delay. No physical admit card will be sent by post — the document is available in online mode only. As per the official announcement, the examination is being conducted by the Institute of Banking Personnel Selection on behalf of Central Bank of India, and candidates must carry a printed copy to the exam centre along with a valid photo identity proof.

Central Bank of India SO Important Dates

• Notification Released: 19 January 2026
• Online Application Start Date: 20 January 2026
• Online Application Last Date: 15 February 2026
• Last Date Fee Payment: 15 February 2026
• Admit Card Release: 9 March 2026
• Exam Date: 14 March 2026 (Saturday)
• Result Declared: To be announced soon
• Candidates are advised to confirm from the official website.

Central Bank of India SO Application Fee

• General / OBC / EWS: ₹850 (plus 18% GST as applicable)
• SC / ST / PwBD: ₹175 (plus 18% GST as applicable)
• Payment Mode: Online — Debit Card (RuPay / Visa / MasterCard / Maestro), Credit Card, Net Banking, IMPS, UPI, Cash Cards, Mobile Wallets

Central Bank of India SO Salary 2026

• Selected candidates will receive pay as per the applicable grade scale, along with Dearness Allowance, HRA, City Compensatory Allowance, medical benefits, LTC, and other perquisites as per Central Bank of India service regulations.

Central Bank of India SO Eligibility Criteria

Foreign Exchange Officer (Scale III):

1. Educational Qualification: Full-time graduation from a recognised university. A mandatory IIBF Certificate in Foreign Exchange Operations is also required.
2. Work Experience: Minimum 5 years' experience as an officer in a Scheduled Commercial Bank, with at least 3 years specifically in Trade Finance or Forex.
3. Age Limit: Minimum 25 years, maximum 35 years as on 01 January 2026.
4. Domicile / Residency Requirement: Indian nationals as per official notification guidelines.
5. Age Relaxation: SC/ST — 5 years; OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) — 3 years; PwBD — 10 years (15 years for SC/ST PwBD, 13 years for OBC PwBD); Ex-Servicemen — as per government norms.

Marketing Officer (Scale I):

1. Educational Qualification: Full-time graduation from a recognised university and a 2-year full-time MBA/PGDBM/PGDM with specialisation in Marketing.
2. Work Experience: Minimum 2 years of post-qualification experience in BFSI sector marketing.
3. Age Limit: Minimum 22 years, maximum 30 years as on 01 January 2026.
4. Domicile / Residency Requirement: Indian nationals as per official notification guidelines.
5. Age Relaxation: Same as above — SC/ST 5 years, OBC 3 years, PwBD 10 years.

Central Bank of India SO Selection Process

Stage 1 — Online Written Examination (14 March 2026)

The online examination is a 60-minute objective test consisting of 100 questions: 70 from the stream or category-specific section and 30 from Banking/General Awareness. There is no negative marking.

• Mode: Computer-Based Online Examination
• Negative Marking: None
• Medium: English

Stage 2 — Personal Interview

Candidates who qualify in the written examination will be shortlisted for a personal interview. The interview carries 100 marks.

Final Merit List

The weightage for the written exam and interview is 70:30 in the preparation of the final merit list. Document verification will be carried out for candidates who are finally selected.

Instructions for Downloading the Central Bank of India SO Admit Card 2026

1. Open the official website: Visit centralbankofindia.co.in using any updated web browser.
2. Navigate to the "Careers" or "Recruitment" section visible on the homepage.
3. Look for the link titled "Admit Card / Call Letter — Specialist Officer (Foreign Exchange Officer / Marketing Officer) 2026" and click on it.
4. A login page will appear. Enter your Application Registration Number along with your Date of Birth or Password exactly as submitted during the application process.
5. Click "Submit" or "Login" — your admit card will load on the screen.
6. Carefully verify all printed details — your full name, roll number, exam centre address, exam date, and reporting time. Any discrepancy must be reported to the bank immediately.
7. Download the PDF and save a copy on your device or email it to yourself as a backup.
8. Take at least two printed copies on A4 paper with clear photo and text — one for submission at the exam centre and one for your personal record.

IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR EXAM DAY

1. Carry a printed admit card — soft copies on mobile screens will not be accepted at most examination centres. Always carry a hard copy.
2. Bring a valid original photo ID — accepted documents include Aadhaar Card, Voter ID Card, PAN Card, Passport, Driving Licence, or any government-issued photo identity document.
3. Carry one recent passport-size photograph (same as submitted during the application process) for affixing on the attendance sheet if required.
4. Report to the exam centre at least 30–45 minutes before the scheduled reporting time mentioned on the admit card. Late entry will not be permitted after the gate closure time.
5. Do not bring electronic devices — mobile phones, smart watches, Bluetooth devices, earphones, calculators, and electronic writing pads are strictly prohibited inside the examination hall.
6. Do not bring bags, pouches, or metallic accessories into the examination hall. Candidates are advised to come prepared accordingly since no storage facilities may be available outside.
7. Dress code — no specific dress code has been mentioned in the notification, but candidates should avoid clothing with deep pockets, large belts, or any metallic accessories.
8. If the admit card shows incorrect details — contact Central Bank of India immediately through the official recruitment helpline. Do not wait until exam day to report errors.