SBI Assistant Manager & Deputy Manager (Law) Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 49 Posts

State Bank of India (SBI) is the largest public sector banking and financial services statutory body in India. Under its Specialist Cadre Officer (SCO) framework, SBI frequently recruits highly qualified professionals to manage specialized domain operations. Its official recruitment portal is sbi.co.in/careers.

SBI Assistant Manager & Deputy Manager (Law) Recruitment 2026 – Overview

The State Bank of India (SBI) has formally published an employment notification (Advt. No: CRPD/SCO/2026-27/02) inviting online applications from eligible Indian citizens for the recruitment of Specialist Cadre Officers (SCO) in the legal domain. The recruitment drive aims to fill a total of 49 vacancies for the highly prestigious posts of Assistant Manager (Law) and Deputy Manager (Law). Interested candidates holding a Bachelor's Degree in Law (LLB) and possessing the required professional experience can submit their applications online starting from 24 June 2026. The centralized application window will remain active until 14 July 2026. The selection process involves an online written test tentatively scheduled for August 2026, followed by a professional interview.

Source: Official SBI SCO Law Recruitment Notification 2026, State Bank of India.

SBI Law Officer Recruitment 2026 – Important Dates & Application Fee

Important Dates

Application Fee

The application fee must be remitted strictly through online modes such as Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, or UPI.

• General / OBC / EWS: ₹ 750/-
• SC / ST / PwBD: NIL (Exempted)

SBI Law Officer 2026 – Eligibility Criteria & Age Limit

Age Limit (As on 31/05/2026)

• Minimum Age: 25 Years
• Maximum Age for Assistant Manager (Law): 32 Years
• Maximum Age for Deputy Manager (Law): 35 Years
• Age Relaxation: Applicable strictly as per Government of India guidelines for reserved categories.

Educational Qualification & Experience

Candidates must fulfill both the educational and specific post-qualification experience requirements:

1. Assistant Manager (Law)

• Education: Bachelor's Degree in Law (LLB) from a recognized Indian University.
• Experience: Must be enrolled as an advocate with the Bar Council and have at least 2 years of experience as an enrolled advocate OR 2 years of experience as a Law Officer in a corporate sector/bank/financial institution.

2. Deputy Manager (Law)

• Education: Bachelor's Degree in Law (LLB) from a recognized Indian University.
• Experience: Must be enrolled as an advocate with the Bar Council and have at least 4 years of experience as an enrolled advocate OR 4 years of experience as a Law Officer in a corporate sector/bank/financial institution.

SBI Law Officer 2026 – Vacancy Details (49 Posts)

The 49 vacancies are bifurcated between regular openings and backlog positions across various categories.

How to Apply Online for SBI Law Officer Recruitment 2026

1. Visit the Careers Portal: Navigate to the official SBI Careers page (sbi.co.in/careers) or use the direct IBPS registration link provided below.
2. New Registration: Click on 'Click here for New Registration'. Enter your basic details to generate a provisional Registration Number and Password.
3. Upload Documents: Upload your scanned photograph, signature, left-hand thumb impression, and a handwritten declaration as per the exact dimensions specified in the notification.
4. Fill Application Form: Input your detailed educational qualifications, Bar Council enrollment details, and mandatory post-qualification work experience carefully.
5. Preview & Verify: Thoroughly review the entire application before finalizing, as modifications are strictly prohibited post-submission.
6. Fee Payment: Pay the required application fee (₹750 for Gen/OBC/EWS) via the integrated online payment gateway.
7. Final Submission: Submit the application and print the e-receipt and application form for future reference.

SBI Law Officer Recruitment 2026 – Official Links

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