All Details :
| Event | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Online Registration Start | 24 June 2026 | Completed |
| Last Date to Apply and Pay Fee | 14 July 2026 | Closed |
| Online Written Examination | August 2026 | Tentative |
| Post | Grade | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant Manager (Law) | JMGS-I | 20 |
| Deputy Manager (Law) | MMGS-II | 29 |
| Total | Regular recruitment | 49 |
| Post | Age Limit | Experience |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant Manager (Law) | 25–32 Years | 2 Years Relevant Experience |
| Deputy Manager (Law) | 25–35 Years | 4 Years Relevant Experience |
| Cut-off Date | 31 May 2026 | Age and eligibility reference |
| Category | Application Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|
| General / EWS / OBC | ₹750 | Applicable |
| SC / ST / PwBD | No Fee | Exempted |
| Fee Payment Mode | Online | Non-refundable |
| Exam Component | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Objective Test | 100 Marks | 90 Minutes |
| Descriptive Test | 50 Marks | 45 Minutes |
| Interview | 100 Marks | As decided by SBI |
| Final Merit Weightage | Weightage | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Online Written Test | 70% | Normalized marks |
| Interview | 30% | Normalized marks |
| Final Merit | 70:30 | Written Test : Interview |
| Apply Online | URL |
|---|---|
| SBI Specialist Cadre Officer Application Portal | Click Here |
| Official Notification | URL |
|---|---|
| SBI Official Careers Page | Click Here |
| SBI Law Recruitment Advertisement PDF | Click Here |
SBI Assistant Manager Law & Deputy Manager Law Recruitment 2026
State Bank of India (SBI) released a recruitment notification for Specialist Cadre Officers on a regular basis for the posts of Assistant Manager (Law) and Deputy Manager (Law). The recruitment was announced under Advertisement No. CRPD/SCO/2026-27/02.
A total of 49 vacancies were announced, consisting of 20 posts for Assistant Manager (Law) in JMGS-I and 29 posts for Deputy Manager (Law) in MMGS-II, including the notified backlog vacancy. The recruitment is intended for qualified and experienced legal professionals who meet the prescribed law qualification and post-qualification experience requirements.
The online application window was open from 24 June 2026 to 14 July 2026. The online written examination was tentatively scheduled for August 2026. Candidates should refer to the official SBI careers portal for subsequent call letters, examination updates, results and recruitment notices.
SBI Law Officer Recruitment 2026: Important Dates
The application and fee payment period ran from 24 June 2026 to 14 July 2026. Candidates could edit their application details up to the closing date of registration, while the last date for printing the submitted application was 29 July 2026. The written examination was tentatively planned for August 2026.
- Online registration started: 24 June 2026.
- Last date for registration and fee payment: 14 July 2026.
- Last date for printing the application: 29 July 2026.
- Online written examination: August 2026, tentatively.
Vacancy Details
The recruitment covers two legal specialist positions. The vacancies are regular posts and are subject to the reservation and vacancy conditions mentioned in the official advertisement.
- Assistant Manager (Law): 20 posts.
- Deputy Manager (Law): 27 regular vacancies plus 2 backlog vacancies.
- Total vacancies: 49 posts.
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must satisfy the age, educational qualification and professional experience requirements as on the prescribed cut-off date of 31 May 2026. The eligibility requirements differ between Assistant Manager (Law) and Deputy Manager (Law).
Assistant Manager (Law)
- Age: 25 to 32 years as on 31 May 2026.
- Educational qualification: Graduate with a degree in Law or a Law Graduate from a recognised university in India.
- A 5-year integrated law course may be preferred.
- Experience: 2 years as a practising advocate after enrolment with a Bar Council, or 2 years as a Law Officer in the legal department of a Scheduled Commercial Bank, or the prescribed combination of both.
Deputy Manager (Law)
- Age: 25 to 35 years as on 31 May 2026.
- Educational qualification: Graduate with a degree in Law or a Law Graduate from a recognised university in India.
- A 5-year integrated law course may be preferred.
- Experience: 4 years as a practising advocate after Bar Council enrolment, or 4 years as a Law Officer in the legal department of a Scheduled Commercial Bank, or the prescribed combination of both.
Application Fee
The application fee and intimation charges were ₹750 for General, EWS and OBC candidates. SC, ST and PwBD candidates were exempted from the application fee and intimation charges. The fee was payable online through the integrated payment gateway and was non-refundable.
Salary and Pay Scale
The selected candidates are appointed to regular SBI officer grades. The Assistant Manager (Law) post is in JMGS-I, while the Deputy Manager (Law) post is in MMGS-II.
- Assistant Manager (Law): Basic pay scale ₹48,480–85,920.
- Deputy Manager (Law): Basic pay scale ₹64,820–93,960.
- Additional benefits may include DA, HRA, CCA, provident fund, NPS, LFC, medical facilities and other applicable benefits under SBI rules.
Job Profile and Responsibilities
The legal officers may be responsible for providing legal opinions, drafting and vetting contracts and other legal documents, assisting business units in identifying legal risks, supporting litigation-related work and coordinating with advocates and regulatory or statutory authorities.
Depending on the posting and business requirements, responsibilities may also include property title investigation and other legal assignments. The actual duties may be assigned by the Bank according to operational requirements.
Selection Process
The selection process consists of an online written examination followed by an interview. Candidates must qualify the required stages and satisfy the prescribed eligibility conditions during document verification and final selection.
- Online Written Examination.
- Shortlisting for Interview.
- Interview.
- Final merit preparation with 70% weightage for the written test and 30% weightage for the interview.
SBI Law Officer Exam Pattern
The online written examination contains objective and descriptive components. The objective section includes General Aptitude, English Language and Professional Knowledge. The General Aptitude and English sections are qualifying in nature, while the Professional Knowledge paper contributes to the written examination merit.
The descriptive test carries 50 marks and candidates are required to answer 5 questions out of 8. There is no negative marking for incorrect answers in the online written examination.
- General Aptitude: Reasoning – 25 questions, 25 marks; English Language – 35 questions, 35 marks; qualifying in nature.
- Professional Knowledge: 50 questions, 50 marks, 45 minutes.
- Descriptive Test: 5 questions to be answered out of 8, 50 marks, 45 minutes.
Indicative Professional Knowledge Syllabus
The indicative syllabus includes important concepts, issues and current developments in areas such as Constitutional Law, Administrative Law, financial sector laws, procedural laws, new labour codes, principles of statutory interpretation and legal drafting. The syllabus is indicative and the examination may include questions beyond the listed areas as considered appropriate by SBI.
How to Apply Online
- Visit the official SBI Careers Current Openings page.
- Locate the Specialist Cadre Officer recruitment for Assistant Manager (Law) and Deputy Manager (Law).
- Complete the online registration using a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Fill in personal details, educational qualifications, Bar Council enrolment information and relevant professional experience.
- Upload the required photograph, signature, resume, identity proof, educational documents, Bar Council enrolment proof and experience certificates.
- Pay the applicable fee through the online payment gateway, where required.
- Review the application carefully and submit the final form.
- Save the registration details, e-receipt and final application printout for future reference.
Documents Required
Applicants should keep the required documents ready before applying. These may include a recent photograph, live photograph, signature, brief resume, identity proof, date-of-birth proof, law degree or marksheets, Bar Council enrolment proof, experience certificates, category or EWS certificate where applicable, PwBD certificate where applicable and current-employer documents where required.
Important Instructions for Candidates
- A candidate could apply for only one of the two advertised posts.
- The required experience must be relevant and obtained after enrolment as an advocate with the Bar Council where applicable.
- Internship and teaching or training experience are not counted for the prescribed experience requirement.
- The selected officers may be posted anywhere in India according to the Bank's requirements.
- Candidates must keep their email ID and mobile number active for recruitment communication.
- SBI may verify original documents, eligibility, credentials, medical fitness and antecedents before final appointment.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many vacancies are available in SBI Law Officer Recruitment 2026?
There are 49 vacancies in total: 20 Assistant Manager (Law) posts and 29 Deputy Manager (Law) posts, including the notified backlog vacancy.
What is the last date to apply for SBI Assistant Manager Law and Deputy Manager Law?
The last date for online registration and fee payment was 14 July 2026.
What experience is required for Assistant Manager Law?
Candidates require the prescribed 2 years of relevant experience as a practising advocate, Law Officer in the legal department of a Scheduled Commercial Bank, or the permitted combination of both.
What experience is required for Deputy Manager Law?
Candidates require the prescribed 4 years of relevant experience as a practising advocate, Law Officer in the legal department of a Scheduled Commercial Bank, or the permitted combination of both.
What is the selection process for SBI Law Officer Recruitment?
Selection is based on an online written examination and interview. The final merit list uses a 70:30 weightage for the written test and interview respectively.
Is there negative marking in the SBI Law Officer online examination?
No negative marking is prescribed for wrong answers in the online written examination.
Candidates should rely on the official SBI recruitment advertisement and subsequent SBI notices for the final examination schedule, call letters, results, eligibility verification and other recruitment updates.