Indian Overseas Bank (IOB) has released a recruitment notification for Generalist and Specialist Officer posts for the 2026-27 recruitment cycle. A total of 291 vacancies are available across Manager, Senior Manager and Assistant Manager positions.
Eligible candidates can apply through online mode from 29 August 2026 to 15 September 2026. The recruitment includes positions in Branch Management, IT, Information Security, Information Security Audit, Credit, Risk, Database Administration, Network Administration, Cyber Security and Security.
IOB Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization | Indian Overseas Bank (IOB) |
| Advertisement No. | HRDD/RECT/04/2026-27 |
| Recruitment | Generalist / Specialist Officers |
| Total Vacancies | 291 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 29 August 2026 |
| Last Date | 15 September 2026 |
| Job Location | Anywhere in India |
| Official Website | iob.bank.in |
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Scale | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Manager – Branch Management | MMGS-II | 100 |
| Manager – IT | MMGS-II | 65 |
| Manager – Information Security | MMGS-II | 5 |
| Manager – Information Security Audit | MMGS-II | 5 |
| Senior Manager – IT | MMGS-III | 10 |
| Senior Manager – Information Security | MMGS-III | 3 |
| Senior Manager – Information Security Audit | MMGS-III | 2 |
| Senior Manager – Database Administrator | MMGS-III | 10 |
| Senior Manager – Network Administrator | MMGS-III | 5 |
| Senior Manager – Cyber Security Administrator | MMGS-III | 5 |
| Manager – Credit | MMGS-II | 35 |
| Senior Manager – Credit | MMGS-III | 15 |
| Senior Manager – Risk | MMGS-III | 6 |
| Assistant Manager – Security | JMGS-I | 25 |
| Total | 291 |
Educational Qualification
The educational qualification differs according to the post. Candidates applying for Manager – Branch Management should have a graduation degree in any discipline from a recognized university or equivalent qualification.
For IT and information security positions, candidates are required to possess the prescribed technical qualification such as B.E./B.Tech, M.E./M.Tech, MCA or other relevant qualifications, depending on the post.
Credit, Risk, Security and other specialist positions have separate qualification and professional experience requirements. Candidates should check the post-wise eligibility conditions before applying.
Age Limit
The age limit varies according to the post and is calculated as on 01 August 2026.
| Post | Age Requirement |
|---|---|
| Manager – Branch Management | 23 to 33 Years |
| Manager – IT | 25 to 35 Years |
| Senior Manager Posts | Post-wise age limit applies |
| Assistant Manager – Security | Post-wise age limit applies |
Age relaxation is available to eligible candidates belonging to reserved categories and other categories as per applicable government rules.
Experience
Several positions require relevant professional experience in addition to the prescribed educational qualification.
For example, candidates applying for Manager – Branch Management should have at least 3 years of officer-level experience in a scheduled public or private sector bank, including the required experience in branch banking.
Experience requirements for IT, Information Security, Credit, Risk and other specialist positions vary according to the post.
Salary Details
| Scale | Pay Scale |
|---|---|
| JMGS-I | Rs. 48,480 – 85,290 |
| MMGS-II | Rs. 64,820 – 93,960 |
| MMGS-III | Rs. 85,920 – 1,05,280 |
Selected candidates will also receive applicable allowances and benefits according to the rules of Indian Overseas Bank.
Application Fee
Candidates are required to pay the prescribed application fee and intimation charges through the online application portal.
The applicable fee is determined according to the candidate's category and includes the charges specified by IOB in the recruitment notification.
Selection Process
The selection process consists of an online examination and interview.
Candidates who qualify in the online examination will be shortlisted for the interview according to the prescribed criteria. The final selection will be based on the marks obtained in the applicable selection stages and the weightage prescribed by the Bank.
Online Examination
The online examination will assess candidates in the subjects prescribed for their respective posts. Specialist candidates will be tested on their relevant professional knowledge along with the other sections specified by IOB.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 28 August 2026 |
| Online Registration Start Date | 29 August 2026 |
| Application Fee Payment Start Date | 29 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 15 September 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 15 September 2026 |
| Online Examination | To Be Announced |
| Interview | To Be Announced |
How to Apply Online
- Visit the official Indian Overseas Bank website.
- Open the Careers section.
- Find the recruitment notification for Generalist / Specialist Officers 2026-27.
- Open the online application link.
- Complete the registration process.
- Enter your personal, educational and professional details.
- Select the eligible post carefully.
- Upload the required photograph, signature and documents.
- Pay the applicable application fee online.
- Review the complete application form.
- Submit the application before the last date.
- Download and save the final application form and payment receipt.
Documents Required
- Recent passport-size photograph
- Signature
- Educational qualification certificates
- All relevant marksheets
- Experience certificates
- Professional certificates, where applicable
- Valid identity proof
- Category certificate, if applicable
- Other documents required for the selected post
Important Information
IOB has announced 291 vacancies across 14 post codes under the Generalist and Specialist Officer recruitment for 2026-27. The recruitment includes Manager, Senior Manager and Assistant Manager positions across banking, IT, security, credit and risk functions.
The eligibility criteria, age limit and experience requirements are different for individual posts. Candidates should carefully check the requirements of the selected post before submitting the application.
The online application process is open from 29 August 2026 to 15 September 2026. Candidates should complete registration, fee payment and final submission within the prescribed dates.