Central Bank of India Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 350 Foreign Exchange Officer, Marketing Officer Posts

CBI Recruitment 2026 Overview

Central Bank of India, a major public sector bank with over 4,500 branches, has announced recruitment for 350 specialist positions to bolster its forex and marketing teams. This includes 50 Foreign Exchange Officers in Scale III and 300 Marketing Officers in Scale I, aimed at handling international trade operations and business development. Eligible professionals with banking experience can submit online applications between January 20 and February 3, 2026. The process involves an online exam in February or March, followed by interviews, offering candidates a chance to join a dynamic financial institution.

CBI Recruitment Important Dates

• Notification Release Date: 19 January 2026
• Online Application Starts: 20 January 2026
• Last Date to Apply: 3 February 2026
• Last Date for Fee Payment: 3 February 2026
• Exam Date: February/March 2026 (Tentative)
• Result Date: Check back soon on the official website.
• Candidates are advised to confirm from the official website.

CBI Recruitment Application Fee

• General / OBC / EWS: Rs. 850/-
• SC / ST / PH: Rs. 175/-  
• All Female Candidates: Rs. 175/-
• Pay your fee online: debit card, credit card, net banking, or UPI, whatever works for you.

CBI Recruitment Vacancy Details

• Total vacancies: 350.

Vacancy Details: Category-Wise Breakdown

CBI Recruitment Salary 2026

CBI Recruitment Eligibility Criteria

• Educational Qualification: For Foreign Exchange Officer - Full-time Graduation in any discipline from AICTE/UGC-approved institution; mandatory Certificate in Foreign Exchange Operations from IIBF; preference for CFA/CA/MBA. For Marketing Officer - Full-time Graduation plus two-year full-time MBA/PGDBA/PGDBM/PGPM/PGDM with major in Marketing from AICTE/UGC-approved institution.
• Age Limit: Foreign Exchange Officer - 25 to 35 years as on 01.01.2026; Marketing Officer - 22 to 30 years as on 01.01.2026.
• Mandatory Requirement: For Foreign Exchange Officer - Minimum 5 years as officer in Scheduled Commercial Banks with 3 years in Trade Finance/Forex; currently in forex domain. For Marketing Officer - 2 years post-qualification experience with 1 year in marketing in BFSI; currently in marketing role.
• Age Relaxation: SC/ST: 5 years; OBC: 3 years; PwBD: 10 years (additional for reserved categories); Ex-servicemen: 5 years; 1984 riot-affected: 5 years.
• Any other official conditions: Indian citizenship or eligible equivalents; post-qualification experience only; CIC score minimum 650 with no defaults.

CBI Recruitment Selection Process 

1. Online written test (100 marks, 60 minutes).
2. Personal interview for qualified candidates.
3. Final: Merit list based on 70% weightage to test and 30% to interview.

CBI Recruitment How to Apply

1. Visit the application portal at ibpsreg.ibps.in/cbidec25 or through the official Central Bank of India website.
2. Register by providing basic details like name, contact number, and email to receive provisional registration number and password.
3. Upload scanned photograph, signature, left thumb impression, and handwritten declaration as per specified dimensions and file sizes.
4. Fill in detailed personal, educational, and experience information accurately.
5. Preview the application form to verify all entries before proceeding to payment.
6. Pay the application fee online using debit/credit card, net banking, or UPI.
7. Submit the form and download the e-receipt and application printout for future reference.