Bank of India SO Recruitment 2024-25: notification released for 115 Specialist Officer posts. Apply online from 17 to 30 November 2025. Check eligibility, age limit, salary, fees, and official notification.
Bank of India has released the official notification for Recruitment of Officers in Various Streams up to Scale-IV under Project No. 2024-25/05. A total of 115 Specialist Officer vacancies are announced across IT, Economist, Law, Finance, Risk, and Engineering streams. Eligible candidates can apply online between 17 November to 30 November 2025.
Bank of India SO Recruitment 2024-25
Job Overview
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization | Bank of India |
| Advertisement No. | 2025/05 |
| Post Name | Specialist Officer (Various Streams – Scale II, III & IV) |
| Total Vacancies | 115 (Including Backlog) |
| Application Start Date | 17 November 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 30 November 2025 |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Official Website | www.bankofindia.co.in |
Eligibility Criteria
Eligibility varies by post as per official Annexure-I.
General Requirements
- Nationality: Indian citizens or eligible categories as per notification.
- Educational Qualification: Degree/PG/Engineering/Professional certifications depending on post.
- Experience: Required for Scale III & IV posts; varies by position.
- Minimum Marks: 60% (55% for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD).
Full post-wise detailed eligibility is as per official notification.
Age Limit (as on 01.10.2025)
| Scale | Minimum Age | Maximum Age |
|---|---|---|
| MMGS-II (Scale II) | 23 | 35 |
| MMGS-III (Scale III) | 25 / 27 / 28 | 37 / 38 |
| SMGS-IV (Scale IV) | 28 | 40 / 42 / 45 |
Age Relaxation
- SC/ST – 5 years
- OBC – 3 years
- PwBD – 10 years
- Ex-servicemen – 5 years
- 1984 Riot victims – 5 years
Salary (Pay Scale)
| Scale | Pay Level |
|---|---|
| MMGS-II | ₹64,820 – 93,960 |
| MMGS-III | ₹85,920 – 1,05,280 |
| SMGS-IV | ₹1,02,300 – 1,20,940 |
Additional allowances include DA, HRA, Special Allowance, and other benefits as per bank rules.
Application Fees
| Category | Fees |
|---|---|
| SC/ST/PwBD | ₹175 (Intimation Charges Only) |
| General / Others | ₹850 |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Starting Date to Apply | 17 November 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 30 November 2025 |
| Tentative Exam Date | To be announced |
Selection Process
Selection will be based on:
- Online Examination
- English Language – 25 Marks
- Professional Knowledge – 100 Marks
(English is qualifying only)
- Interview (100 Marks)
Final Merit:
- If exam + interview held → 80:20 ratio
- If no exam → Interview only
How to Apply for Bank of India SO Recruitment 2024-25
- Visit the official website – www.bankofindia.co.in
- Go to Career → Recruitment of Officers 2024-25/05
- Click on Apply Online
- Register with name, mobile number & email
- Fill the application form carefully
- Upload photo, signature, thumb impression & declaration
- Pay the application fee
- Submit the form and take a printout
Important Links
| Link | URL |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Apply Online | Active from 17 Nov 2025 |
| Official Website | www.bankofindia.co.in |
Candidates must apply only through the official website and are advised to read the official notification carefully before submitting the online form