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| South Indian Bank Junior Officer Recruitment 2026 |
The South Indian Bank Junior Officer Recruitment 2026 application window runs from 16 October to 27 October 2026. The post is Junior Officer (Operations), on contract, for candidates with at least 2 years of experience in banks or NBFCs.
The notification does not state the number of vacancies or an application fee. Selection is through group discussion and/or personal interview, and only candidates domiciled in the listed states and Union Territory can apply.
Last Updated: 19 October 2026, 06:10 PM IST | Reviewed by Vijay Sah
Current Status: Application Open. Online applications are open from 16 October 2026 and close on 27 October 2026.
Key points at a glance: Online registration is open until 27 October 2026. Any graduation with minimum 50% marks and 2 years of bank or NBFC experience is required. The maximum age is 28 years as on 30 September 2026. Total CTC is Rs. 5.14 lakhs per annum.
Recruitment at a Glance
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | The South Indian Bank Limited |
| Post | Junior Officer (Operations) |
| Type of Appointment | Contract, initially for 3 years |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Start Date | 16 October 2026 |
| Last Date | 27 October 2026 |
| Qualification | Any graduation with minimum 50% (regular stream) |
| Experience | Minimum 2 years in Banks / NBFCs |
| Age Limit | Maximum 28 years (born on or after 1 October 1998) |
| Salary / Pay | Total CTC Rs. 5.14 lakhs per annum |
| Selection | Group Discussion and/or Personal Interview |
| Status | Application Open |
Overview
The South Indian Bank Limited, a Scheduled Commercial Bank with its registered office in Thrissur, Kerala, has invited applications from Indian nationals for the post of Junior Officer (Operations).
The appointment is on contract, initially for 3 years. The Bank may renew it at its sole discretion based on performance evaluation. After the initial contract or any extension, high-performing candidates identified by the Bank may be considered for regular employment as Assistant Manager (Scale I), but without any obligation on the Bank and subject to its norms at that time.
There is no mandatory minimum service period, unlike staff recruited under regular employment. Other allowances, staff loans, perquisites and benefits applicable to regular employees do not apply to these contract posts.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online application starts | 16 October 2026 |
| Last date for online application | 27 October 2026 |
| Cut-off date for age and eligibility | 30 September 2026 |
Vacancy and Posting Locations
The number of vacancies is not mentioned in the notification.
The current selection is for the locations below. A candidate can apply for any one of them, but can be transferred anywhere in India at the Bank's sole discretion. Only candidates domiciled in these states and the Union Territory are eligible, and proficiency in the local language will be given preference.
| State / Union Territory | Districts |
|---|---|
| Tamil Nadu | Chennai, Coimbatore, Cuddalore, Dharmapuri, Erode, Karur, Nilgiris, Salem, Tiruppur, Tirunelveli, Vellore, Virudhunagar, Kancheepuram, Kanyakumari, Nagapattinam, Pudukottai, Theni, Thiruvallur, Thoothukudi, Ramanathapuram |
| Puducherry (Union Territory) | Puducherry |
| Maharashtra | Aurangabad, Nagpur, Pune, Thane, Mumbai Suburban |
| Goa | Goa |
Eligibility
- Post: Junior Officer (Operations)
- Qualification: Any graduation with minimum 50% marks
- Stream of education: Regular stream for SSLC/SSC, HSC and graduation (10+2+3, with graduation under the regular stream)
- Experience: Minimum 2 years in Banks / NBFCs
- Nationality: Indian national
- Domicile: Candidates domiciled in Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, Maharashtra or Goa only
- Other condition: Applicants must be willing to serve anywhere in India
Eligibility is counted as on 30 September 2026. A candidate must also have a valid email ID in their own name before registering.
Age Limit
The maximum age is 28 years as on 30 September 2026, meaning candidates must be born on or after 1 October 1998. The upper age limit is relaxed by 5 years for SC/ST candidates only, who must submit attested copies of their certificates from a competent authority when called for.
Salary / Pay
The total CTC is Rs. 5.14 lakhs per annum. It includes the NPS contribution, insurance premium and variable pay based on performance. The notification does not give a basic pay figure.
Other benefits
- Group Personal Accident Insurance Policy of Rs. 40,00,000 and Health Insurance Policy of Rs. 5,25,000, arranged at the cost of the Bank
- Life insurance cover of Rs. 35,00,000, with a monthly premium of Rs. 214.85 including GST (revisable annually), borne by the employee
- For official travel, eligible lodging allowance, halting allowance and travelling expense as per the Bank's norms
- Annual increment during the contract period, released based on performance evaluation or other parameters decided by the Bank
Application Fee
Application fee details are not mentioned in the notification.
Selection Process
Selection is through Group Discussion and/or Personal Interview. Meeting the eligibility conditions alone does not give an applicant a right to be called for the recruitment process.
The Bank can modify the selection process depending on the number of applications and decide how many applicants are called for the final process. Its decision on eligibility and selection is final. Shortlisting is provisional and made without verification of original documents, which are checked when a candidate reports for interview, training or joining.
Appointment is also subject to medical fitness, satisfactory background verification (including credit history and CFR check), a police clearance check and completion of other formalities. Calls for the process are sent by email only.
How to Apply
- Confirm that you meet all the eligibility conditions for age, qualification and experience.
- Open the Online Application Link between 16 October 2026 and 27 October 2026.
- Enter your basic details and upload your photograph, signature and resume as per the specifications below.
- Check the information carefully before submitting. There is no provision to modify a submitted application.
- Note down the system-generated User ID (Application Ref. ID). An email with the application PDF and login credentials is sent to your registered email ID.
- Log in to your profile to confirm the application was submitted successfully. Only successfully submitted applications are considered.
Upload specifications
| Document | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Photograph | Recent passport-size colour photograph on a white background, 378 x 437 pixels, not more than 50 KB. Photographs with caps, hats or dark glasses are not accepted. |
| Signature | Signed on white paper with a black ink pen, 140 x 110 pixels, not more than 50 KB |
| Resume | PDF format, not more than 1 MB |
Multiple registrations for the same role lead to disqualification. A physical copy of the application need not be sent to the Bank.
Important Instructions
- All recruitment communication is sent to the registered email ID and contact number, so keep both accessible.
- Keep two copies of the same photograph used in the application for the recruitment process.
- If any information is found false at a later date, the selection or appointment is liable for termination.
- Canvassing in any form is a disqualification.
- Applicants appear for the recruitment process at their own cost.
- Updates are published on the Bank's careers page at www.southindianbank.com/careers/, and all revisions or corrigenda are hosted on the Bank's website only.
- Website access may be slow near the closing date because of heavy traffic. The Bank does not take responsibility for an application that could not be submitted for reasons beyond its control.
- For queries, the notification gives the toll-free numbers 1800-425-1809 and 1800-102-9408, and the email careers@sib.bank.in.
Also Read
Important Links
| Link | URL |
|---|---|
| Apply Online (open until 27 October 2026) | Online Application Portal - South Indian Bank |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to apply for South Indian Bank Junior Officer Recruitment 2026?
Online applications close on 27 October 2026. They opened on 16 October 2026.
Who can apply for the Junior Officer (Operations) post?
Indian nationals with any graduation at minimum 50% marks, in the regular stream, and at least 2 years of experience in banks or NBFCs. Candidates must be domiciled in Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, Maharashtra or Goa.
What is the age limit?
The maximum age is 28 years as on 30 September 2026, so candidates must be born on or after 1 October 1998. SC/ST candidates get a 5-year relaxation.
How many vacancies are there?
The notification does not state the number of vacancies.
Is there an application fee?
The notification does not mention any application fee.
What is the salary for Junior Officer (Operations)?
The total CTC is Rs. 5.14 lakhs per annum, which includes NPS contribution, insurance premium and performance-based variable pay.
How will candidates be selected?
Selection is through Group Discussion and/or Personal Interview. The Bank can modify the process depending on the number of applications received.
Source: Official Application Portal
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