Bank of Baroda Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for VP, DVP Posts

Bank of Baroda has invited online applications for 5 senior IT positions - VP and DVP level posts - on a Fixed Term Employment basis in its IT Department, under Advt No. BOB/HRM/REC/ADVT/2026/12. Online registration started on 20-06-2026 and closes on 10-07-2026. There is no application fee, and eligibility is reckoned as on the cut-off date of 01-06-2026.

Bank of Baroda IT Recruitment 2026: Overview

This table summarizes the five posts notified by Bank of Baroda along with the application timeline, so candidates can quickly check which role and deadline applies to them.

The Bank has clarified that it may modify the number of vacancies depending on its requirement, so the final number of posts filled could change.

Important Dates for Bank of Baroda IT Recruitment 2026

Candidates need to track the application window and the eligibility cut-off date, since this recruitment does not mention a written exam date.

Candidates are advised to apply well before 10-07-2026, since the notification warns that the Bank takes no responsibility for failed submissions caused by heavy website traffic near the deadline.

Vacancy and Reservation Details

All five posts under this recruitment are currently notified under the Unreserved (UR) category, with no SC, ST, OBC, or EWS roster points indicated. This section breaks down the category-wise position for each post.

Nature of Employment: Fixed Term, Not Permanent

Candidates exploring this opportunity should understand that these are not regular permanent bank jobs. Bank of Baroda has clearly defined the engagement structure for these IT positions.

Selected candidates will be engaged as an Officer on Fixed Term Employment for an initial period of 3 years from the date of joining. This can be renewed or extended for an additional maximum of 2 years, subject to satisfactory performance and at the Bank's discretion. The engagement automatically ends on expiry unless renewed, and in any case, it remains valid only till the candidate reaches a maximum age of 60 years or the end of the fixed term, whichever comes first.

• Downlaod Bank of Baroda Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF

Eligibility Criteria

Eligibility for these IT leadership roles is assessed as on the cut-off date, and the Bank has linked position-specific qualification and experience details separately for each post rather than listing them within the main notification.

The detailed educational qualification and work experience criteria for each of the 5 posts - VP Head-AI, VP Head Platform Engineering, DVP Dy. Head Cloud CoE, DVP Dy. Head IT Infrastructure, and DVP Dy. Head Platform Engineering - are provided through separate position-specific links on the Bank's official notification, since each senior IT role has its own distinct skill and experience requirements.

General Eligibility Conditions

• Eligibility is reckoned as on the cut-off date of 01-06-2026.
• Post-qualification experience of less than six months in any organization as on 01-06-2026 will not be counted toward eligibility, unless that experience is part of the candidate's current employment.
• Candidates must be a Citizen of India, or fall under specific categories such as a subject of Nepal or Bhutan, a Tibetan refugee who settled in India before 1 January 1962, or a person of Indian origin who migrated from select countries with the intention of permanently settling in India.
• OBC candidates falling under the "creamy layer" are not entitled to OBC reservation or age relaxation and must apply under the General category.

Application Fee

Candidates often want to know the cost of applying before starting their application. For this recruitment, Bank of Baroda has kept the process completely free.

The application fee is Nil for all categories of candidates applying for these 5 IT positions.

CIBIL Score and Credit History Requirement

Unlike most government job notifications, this Bank of Baroda recruitment includes a specific financial credibility check. This is an important and somewhat unique eligibility condition candidates must be aware of.

Candidates must maintain a satisfactory credit history, and a minimum CIBIL score of 680 or above is required at the time of joining. Candidates who have defaulted on loan repayment or credit card dues, or against whom adverse reports exist from CIBIL or other external credit rating agencies, will be deemed ineligible for appointment. The Bank reserves the right to reject candidature at any stage, including after joining, if the credit profile is found unsatisfactory.

Remuneration and Location of Posting

Salary for these roles is not fixed on a standard pay scale, unlike typical government recruitment. This section explains how pay is determined and where selected candidates will be posted.

Remuneration will be offered based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, overall suitability, last drawn salary, and market benchmark - there is no fixed pay scale mentioned in the notification. The location of posting is Mumbai or Hyderabad, though selected candidates remain liable for transfer anywhere in India as per the Bank's requirement.

Selection Process

Selection for these IT leadership posts goes beyond a standard written exam, with the Bank assessing multiple professional parameters. No fixed exam date or selection timeline has been announced in the notification.

The selection process may include an online test, a psychometric test, or any other test the Bank deems suitable, followed by an Interview or multiple interviews. The Bank may shortlist applications based on criteria such as suitability for the role, depth of prior experience, leadership exposure, domain expertise, professional certifications, and exposure to regulatory or compliance frameworks. The minimum qualifying mark for the Personal Interview (PI) is 60% for UR category and 55% for Reserved category candidates.

How to Apply Online for Bank of Baroda IT Recruitment 2026

Applications for these posts can only be submitted online, with no other mode accepted. Here is the step-by-step process candidates need to follow.

1. Visit the Bank's official website and go to the Career section → Current Opportunities page.
2. Register online using the application format enabled for this recruitment.
3. Fill in the online application form carefully, since no changes are allowed after clicking SUBMIT.
4. Upload your Bio-data, scanned photograph, signature, and supporting eligibility documents as per the prescribed specifications.
5. Verify all entered details, including name, category, date of birth, and post applied for, before final submission.
6. Submit the application well before 10-07-2026 to avoid last-minute website load issues.
7. Save the acknowledgement number generated on the portal and check your registered email for confirmation - registration is complete only once this acknowledgement is received.

Documents and Upload Specifications

Bank of Baroda requires specific documents to be uploaded at the time of application, each with strict file format and size requirements. Getting these specifications wrong is a common reason applications get stuck.

Documents to Upload (Application Stage)

• Resume (PDF)
• DOB Proof: 10th marksheet/certificate (PDF)
• Educational Certificates: relevant mark-sheets/certificates, scanned in a single PDF file
• Work experience certificates, if applicable (PDF)
• Caste/Category Certificate, if applicable (PDF)
• PWD certificate, if applicable (PDF)

Photograph and Signature Specifications

• Photograph: recent passport-style colour picture, dimensions 200 x 230 pixels, file size between 20kb–50kb.
• Signature: signed in black ink on white paper, dimensions 140 x 60 pixels, file size between 10kb–20kb.
• Document files: must be in PDF format, A4 page size, and not exceeding 500 KB each.

Documents Required at Interview Stage

At the time of interview, candidates must produce originals along with self-attested photocopies of documents including the call letter printout, system-generated application printout, date of birth proof, photo identity proof, mark sheets and degree certificates, and category certificates where applicable. Notably, a Ration Card will not be accepted as valid identity proof for this recruitment.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Given the strict, no-correction-after-submission policy of this recruitment, small errors can have a big impact. The following points can help candidates avoid losing their candidature.

• Do not submit the application without double-checking every field - no changes are allowed once you click SUBMIT.
• Do not upload a photograph or signature outside the specified pixel and file-size limits, as the system will reject non-compliant files.
• Do not assume your credit history is irrelevant - a CIBIL score below 680 or any adverse credit report can make you ineligible.
• Do not delay applying until the last day; server load near the 10-07-2026 deadline can prevent successful submission.
• Do not carry a Ration Card as your only ID proof for the interview - it will not be accepted.
• Do not forget to check the position-specific eligibility link for your chosen post, since detailed qualifications differ by role.

Important Links

All application and update activity for this recruitment happens only through the Bank's official website. Candidates should bookmark this page and avoid relying on any third-party links.