Bank of Baroda SO Recruitment 2025: Check Application Form, Eligibility, Vacancy Details


The Bank of Baroda (BOB) has announced recruitment for 518 Specialist Officer (SO) positions. The vacancies are available in Risk Management, Information Technology, Trade, and Forex. This is a great opportunity for candidates seeking a banking career. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online through the official website.
Bank of Baroda SO Recruitment 2025: Overview
Recruitment Organization | Bank of Baroda |
Advt. No. | BOB/HRM/REC/ADVT/2025/02 |
Post Name | Specialist Officer (SO) |
Total Vacancies | 518 |
Job Location | Across India |
Salary/ Pay Scale | As per Bank Rules (Scale I to IV) |
Eligibility | Male & Female |
Selection Process | Online Test, Interview, Document Verification |
Official Website | www.bankofbaroda.co.in |
Important Dates
Online Registration Start Date | 19th February 2025 |
Last Date to Apply | 11th March 2025 |
Exam Date (Tentative) | To be Notified |
Interview & Document Verification | To be Notified |
Application Fee
Category | Fee (Excluding GST) |
General/OBC/EWS | ₹600/- |
SC/ST & Female Candidates | ₹100/- |
PwBD Candidates | ₹100/- |
Vacancy Details & Qualifications
Post Name | Total Vacancies | Qualification | Experience |
IT Officers (Various) | 350 | B.E./ B.Tech./ MCA | 1-6 Years |
Risk Management Officers | 35 | CA/ CFA/ MBA/ PGDM | 3-10 Years |
Forex & Trade Officers | 97 | Graduation/ MBA | 3-10 Years |
Security Officers | 36 | Graduation | 5 Years in Defence/ Police |
Age Limit (as of February 1, 2025)
- Minimum Age: 22 years
- Maximum Age: 40 years (varies by post)
Age Relaxation:
- SC/ST: 5 years
- OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 years
- PwBD (UR/EWS): 10 years
- PwBD (OBC): 13 years
- PwBD (SC/ST): 15 years
Selection Process
Candidates will be selected based on the following stages:
- Online Examination – A multiple-choice test covering reasoning, English, quantitative aptitude, and professional knowledge.
- Group Discussion (GD) / Personal Interview (PI) – Shortlisted candidates will be invited for further assessment.
- Psychometric Test – Candidates may be required to take a psychometric assessment.
- Final Selection & Document Verification – Selection is based on overall merit and eligibility verification.
Exam Pattern
Section | No. of Questions | Marks | Duration |
Reasoning | 25 | 25 | 75 minutes |
English Language | 25 | 25 | |
Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 25 | |
Professional Knowledge | 75 | 150 | 75 minutes |
Total | 150 | 225 | 150 minutes |
Marking Scheme:
- Negative Marking: 0.25 marks were deducted for wrong answers in the Professional Knowledge section.
- Qualifying Marks:
- General/EWS: 40%
- Reserved Categories: 35%
How to Apply for Bank of Baroda SO Recruitment 2025
Follow these steps to apply online:
- Visit the official website – www.bankofbaroda.co.in.
- Go to the "Careers" section and find the SO Recruitment 2025 link.
- Click "Apply Online" and register using your email ID and mobile number.
- Fill in the required details and upload necessary documents.
- Pay the application fee using online payment methods.
- Submit the application and save the confirmation receipt for future reference.
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