SBI Invites Applications for Assistant Manager (Law) and Deputy Manager (Law) Posts; Apply Online by July 14

State Bank of India Opens Recruitment for Law Officers in Specialist Cadre

The State Bank of India (SBI) has invited online applications from eligible Indian citizens for recruitment to the posts of Assistant Manager (Law) and Deputy Manager (Law) under the Specialist Cadre Officer (SCO) category on a regular basis. The recruitment drive offers a significant opportunity for law graduates with litigation or banking legal experience to join India's largest public sector bank.

The online application process commenced on June 24, 2026, and will remain open until July 14, 2026.

Recruitment Overview

The recruitment is being conducted under Advertisement No. CRPD/SCO/2026-27/02 for Specialist Cadre Officer positions in the legal department.

Important Dates

• Online Registration Starts: June 24, 2026
• Last Date to Apply: July 14, 2026
• Last Date for Fee Payment: July 14, 2026
• Tentative Online Examination: August 2026

Vacancy Details

Assistant Manager (Law)

• Grade: Junior Management Grade Scale-I (JMGS-I)
• Total Vacancies: 20

Category-wise Distribution:

• SC: 3
• ST: 1
• OBC: 5
• EWS: 2
• UR: 9

Deputy Manager (Law)

• Grade: Middle Management Grade Scale-II (MMGS-II)
• Total Vacancies: 27

Category-wise Distribution:

• SC: 4
• ST: 2
• OBC: 7
• EWS: 2
• UR: 12

Additionally, SBI has notified 2 backlog vacancies for the post of Deputy Manager (Law).

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

For both posts, candidates must possess:

• A Degree in Law from a recognized university in India.

Preference may be given to candidates who have completed a 5-year integrated law course.

Experience Requirements

Assistant Manager (Law)

Candidates must have:

• Enrolment as an Advocate with a Bar Council; and
• Minimum 2 years of post-enrolment experience as:
  • Practicing Advocate; or
  • Law Officer in the legal department of a Scheduled Commercial Bank; or
  • Combination of both.

Deputy Manager (Law)

Candidates must have:

• Enrolment as an Advocate with a Bar Council; and
• Minimum 4 years of post-enrolment experience as:
  • Practicing Advocate; or
  • Law Officer in the legal department of a Scheduled Commercial Bank; or
  • Combination of both.

Internship experience, teaching experience, and training experience will not be considered for eligibility.

Age Limit

Assistant Manager (Law)

• Minimum Age: 25 Years
• Maximum Age: 32 Years

Deputy Manager (Law)

• Minimum Age: 25 Years
• Maximum Age: 35 Years

Age will be calculated as on May 31, 2026. Relaxations for reserved categories will be provided as per Government of India norms.

Salary and Benefits

Assistant Manager (Law)

Pay Scale:

₹48,480 – ₹85,920

Deputy Manager (Law)

Pay Scale:

₹64,820 – ₹93,960

Selected candidates will also be entitled to:

• Dearness Allowance (DA)
• House Rent Allowance (HRA)
• City Compensatory Allowance (CCA)
• Provident Fund
• National Pension System (NPS)
• Leave Fare Concession (LFC)
• Medical Facilities
• Other benefits as per SBI rules

Job Responsibilities

Selected Law Officers will be responsible for:

• Drafting, vetting, and negotiating legal documents and agreements.
• Providing legal opinions on various legal issues.
• Assisting operational departments in managing legal risks.
• Coordinating litigation matters and attending judicial and quasi-judicial forums.
• Liaising with statutory and regulatory authorities.
• Coordinating with advocates and legal professionals.
• Conducting title investigations of properties in specialized lending units.
• Handling legal compliance and advisory work assigned by the Bank.

Selection Process

The selection process will consist of:

Stage I: Online Written Examination

The online examination will comprise:

Objective Test (50 Marks)

Sections include:

• Reasoning Ability
• English Language
• Professional Knowledge

Descriptive Test (50 Marks)

• 8 questions will be provided.
• Candidates must answer any 5 questions.
• Each question carries 10 marks.

There will be no negative marking.

Stage II: Interview

Candidates shortlisted from the written examination will be called for an interview carrying 100 marks.

Final Merit

Final merit will be prepared using:

• Written Test: 70% Weightage
• Interview: 30% Weightage

Indicative Syllabus

The Professional Knowledge section may include:

• Constitutional Law
• Administrative Law
• Financial Sector Laws
• Procedural Laws
• New Labour Codes
• Statutory Interpretation
• Legal Drafting
• Recent Legal Developments

Examination Centres

The online test is expected to be conducted across major cities including:

• Delhi NCR
• Mumbai
• Pune
• Bengaluru
• Hyderabad
• Chennai
• Kolkata
• Lucknow
• Prayagraj
• Kanpur
• Varanasi
• Jaipur
• Ahmedabad
• Chandigarh
• Bhopal
• Patna
• Guwahati
• Bhubaneswar
• Dehradun and several other locations across India.

Application Fee

• General/OBC/EWS Candidates: ₹750
• SC/ST/PwBD Candidates: No Fee

The fee must be paid online through SBI's integrated payment gateway.

How to Apply

Eligible candidates can submit their applications online through SBI's official careers portal.

Candidates must upload:

• Photograph
• Signature
• Resume
• ID Proof
• Date of Birth Proof
• Educational Certificates
• Bar Council Enrollment Proof
• Experience Certificates
• Category Certificate (if applicable)
• Other supporting documents

No hard copy of the application is required to be submitted.

Important Note

Candidates can apply for only one post. Applications containing false information or unsupported claims may lead to cancellation of candidature and legal action.

Official Website

Applications can be submitted through SBI Careers Portal under Advertisement No. CRPD/SCO/2026-27/02.

Law graduates and experienced legal professionals seeking a career in bankibng law and regulatory compliance are encouraged to apply before the closing date.

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