SBI Trade Finance Officer Recruitment 2026 Notice Out: Apply Online to 35 Specialist Officer Vacancies by September 19

• SBI has announced 35 Trade Finance Officer vacancies in JMGS I and MMGS II grades under Specialist Cadre Officer recruitment.
• Candidates need a graduation degree, IIBF Forex Operations certification and 1–3 years of relevant Trade Finance experience.
• Online applications close on September 19, 2026, with selection through shortlisting and interview without a written exam.

State Bank of India (SBI) has invited online applications for 35 Trade Finance Officer (TFO-IBG) positions under its Specialist Cadre Officer recruitment for 2026. The vacancies are divided between Junior Management Grade Scale I (JMGS I) and Middle Management Grade Scale II (MMGS II), with suggested places of posting at Hyderabad and Kolkata.

The recruitment is aimed at experienced banking professionals working in Trade Finance processing and operations. Candidates must be graduates and possess Certification in Forex Operations from the Indian Institute of Banking & Finance (IIBF), dated on or before July 31, 2026. Relevant post-qualification experience in a scheduled commercial bank is also mandatory. Applications must be submitted online through SBI Careers by September 19, 2026.

SBI Trade Finance Officer Vacancy 2026

Of the 35 advertised vacancies, 14 are available in JMGS I and 21 in MMGS II. Category-wise distribution has also been provided for SC, ST, OBC, EWS and unreserved candidates.

The suggested places of posting are Hyderabad and Kolkata, although SBI may assign selected officers according to the bank’s requirements.

SBI Trade Finance Officer Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must meet both the educational qualification and relevant banking experience requirements for the grade they wish to apply for.

Educational Qualification

Applicants must hold a graduate degree in any discipline from a university or institution recognised by the Government.

Candidates must additionally possess Certification in Forex Operations issued by the Indian Institute of Banking & Finance (IIBF). The certificate must be dated on or before July 31, 2026.

Additional preferred professional certifications include:

• Certificate for Documentary Credit Specialists (CDCS) from LIBF
• Certificate for Specialists in Demand Guarantees (CSDG) from LIBF
• Certified Trade Finance Professional (CTFP) from ICC Academy
• Global Trade Certificate (GTC) from ICC Academy
• Certificate in International Trade Finance (CITF) from LIBF
• Certificate in International Trade Finance from IIBF

These are preferred qualifications and are separate from the mandatory IIBF Certification in Forex Operations.

Experience Required

The required post-qualification experience differs between the two grades.

Candidates should ensure that their experience documentation clearly establishes the nature and duration of the relevant work.

Age Limit

Age will be determined as on July 31, 2026.

Any category-wise relaxation in the upper age limit will be governed by the provisions specified in the SBI recruitment advertisement.

SBI Trade Finance Officer Selection Process

SBI will select candidates through shortlisting followed by an interview. No written examination has been specified for this recruitment.

Meeting the minimum qualification and experience requirements does not automatically entitle an applicant to an interview. SBI will shortlist candidates based on the prescribed parameters, including their qualifications and professional experience.

The interview will carry 100 marks. SBI will decide the qualifying marks for the interview.

The final merit list will be prepared in descending order of interview scores. Where two or more candidates secure the same cut-off score, they will be ranked according to age in descending order, giving preference to the older candidate.

SBI Trade Finance Officer Salary

The two positions carry different SBI officer pay scales according to their respective grades.

The probation period is six months.

In addition to basic pay, appointed officers will be eligible for applicable benefits and allowances such as DA, HRA, CCA, Provident Fund/NPS, Leave Fare Concession, medical facilities and other benefits according to SBI rules.

Application Fee

The application fee is Rs. 750 for General, EWS and OBC candidates. SC, ST and PwBD applicants are exempted from payment.

How to Apply for SBI Trade Finance Officer Recruitment 2026

Candidates must complete the application online through the SBI Careers portal by September 19, 2026.

1. Visit the SBI Careers website at sbi.bank.in and open the Current Openings section.
2. Find the Specialist Cadre Officers recruitment for Trade Finance Officer (TFO-IBG).
3. Open the detailed advertisement and verify the eligibility requirements for JMGS I or MMGS II.
4. Complete the online registration using a valid email address and mobile number.
5. Enter the required personal, educational, professional and banking experience details.
6. Upload the photograph, signature and prescribed supporting documents.
7. Upload the required biodata and undertaking/documents in the prescribed format, where applicable.
8. Pay the Rs. 750 application fee online if applicable to your category.
9. Review the application carefully and submit it before September 19, 2026.
10. Retain a printout or electronic copy of the completed application for future reference.

Candidates who meet the eligibility conditions for both grades should follow SBI’s application instructions for the posts they intend to apply for.

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