1. Introduction
The Bank of India (BOI), one of India’s premier nationalized banks with a vast network of over 2,000 branches, has released its recruitment notification for Officer Scale-IV positions. As a senior managerial grade, Scale-IV officers play a vital role in driving the bank’s strategic and operational initiatives. The 2025 notification announces 180 vacancies, offering a coveted opportunity for experienced banking professionals.
2. Vacancy Details
A total of 180 posts have been notified, distributed across various functional streams such as Credit, Risk Management, Forex, and Operations. While the exact category-wise breakup (General, SC, ST, OBC, EWS) will be detailed in the official notification, these positions will be spread across BOI’s zonal offices nationwide. All posts are permanent appointments, aligning with the bank’s policy of building a stable leadership pipeline.
3. Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must hold a graduation degree in any discipline from a recognized university. Preference will be given to professionals with post-graduate qualifications (e.g., CA, MBA, CFA) relevant to banking and finance. The age limit is 25 to 40 years as of the cut-off date (to be specified in the notification), with age relaxations for reserved categories as per government norms. Additionally, applicants are required to have minimum seven years of supervisory experience in a Scheduled Commercial Bank or a financial institution.
4. Application Process & Important Dates
The online application window opens on June 20, 2025, and closes on July 10, 2025. Interested candidates must apply through the BOI career portal (available at www.bankofindia.co.in). An application fee of ₹850 (General/OBC/EWS) and ₹175 (SC/ST/PWD) applies. Detailed instructions, including document upload guidelines and payment procedures, are outlined in the official notification, which can be downloaded from the BOI website.
5. Selection Procedure
Selection will comprise a written examination (objective and descriptive papers) followed by a personal interview. Weightage will be accorded to academic records, professional qualifications, and relevant banking experience.
6. Conclusion
Aspiring candidates are encouraged to review the eligibility criteria carefully and submit their applications well before the deadline. Securing a Scale-IV position at BOI promises a rewarding career trajectory and the prestige of serving a leading nationalized bank.
