SBI Recruitment 2026: Jobs for Retired Bank Officials, No Exam—Selection Through Interview

The State Bank of India (SBI) has announced a special recruitment drive for retired bank employees. Interested candidates can apply through the official SBI website (sbi.bank.in) from 5 February 2026. Notably, there is no written exam for this recruitment. Candidates will be selected purely through shortlisting and interviews.

This initiative provides an opportunity for retired banking professionals to restart their careers and contribute their experience to the financial sector.

Vacancy Details

| Bank | State Bank of India (SBI) |
| – | |
| Positions | FLC Counsellors and FLC Directors |
| Total Vacancies | 257 |
| Application Start Date | 5 February 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 26 February 2026 |
| Age Limit | Minimum 60 years, Maximum 63 years |
| Salary | As per pay scale |
| Selection Process | Shortlisting + Interview (100 Marks) + Merit List |
| Tenure | Minimum 1 year, Maximum 3 years or until age 65, whichever is earlier |
| Official Notification | SBI Retired Bank Officials Recruitment 2026 |
| Apply Online | SBI Retired Bank Officials Vacancy 2026 Apply |

Eligibility Criteria

FLC Counsellors:

• Retired bank officers or RRB officers from Scale I to Scale IV.
• If insufficient retired officers are available, retired SBI clerical staff may also apply.
• No specific degree required, but knowledge of financial institutions and local language proficiency is essential.

FLC Directors:

• Retired officers from SBI, other PSBs, or RRBs in Scale II or above.
• Candidates must have the ability to explain financial matters clearly and must be proficient in the local language.

For detailed eligibility and other conditions, candidates should refer to the official SBI recruitment notification.

How to Apply

1. Visit the official SBI website: sbi.bank.in.
2. Look for Advertisement No. CRPD/RS/2025-26/23 and click on the relevant recruitment link.
3. Complete the registration process with a valid mobile number and email ID.
4. Log in using the registration number and fill in your educational qualifications, 10 years of experience, category, and address.
5. Upload all documents including:

• Resume (max 1024 KB)
• ID proof
• Date of birth certificate
• Photograph (20–50 KB)
• Signature (10–20 KB)
• EWS/Category certificate, if applicable

1. Pay the application fee as per your category.
2. Take a printout of the final application for future reference.

Candidates seeking more information can visit the official SBI website.