The 2023 Indian Overseas Bank Specialist Officer Notification 2023 is yet to be released.
The Indian Overseas Bank notified 25 vacancies for the post of Information Security and Information System Audit in MMG Scale II & MMG Scale III (Specialist officer) in 2022. The official notification was released by the IOB on 8 Nobember, 2022. The registration window to apply for the Specialist officer post was closed on 30 November 2022. This article provides you with information regarding the number of openings, the application process, the exam format, the results, and other aspects of the position of Specialist officer at the Indian Overseas Bank.
The notification for the post of Indian Overseas Bank Specialist officer (SO), 2023 is yet to be released. More information related to the upcoming SO exam will be updated on this page.
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Vacancies for the Post of Indian Overseas Bank Specialist Officer (SO)
The 2023 notification is yet to be released. Candidates can get an idea about the vacancy details from previous year data.
The Indian Overseas Bank had announced 25 vacancies for various Specialist officer (SO) posts in 2022. The names of posts, scale, number of vacancies and other details are given in the table below.
| POST CODE | POST NAME | GRADE | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | UR (GEN) | TOTAL | OUT OF WHICH (PWBD) | |||
| HI | OC | VI | ID | |||||||||
| 01 | Manager – Business Analyst | MMGS- II | – | – | – | – | 1 | 1 | – | – | – | – |
| 02 | Manager – Data Engineer | MMGS- II | – | – | 1 | – | 1 | 2 | – | – | – | – |
| 03 | Manager – Cloud Engineer | MMGS- II | – | – | – | – | 1 | 1 | – | – | – | – |
| 04 | Manager – Data Scientist | MMGS- II | – | – | – | – | 1 | 1 | – | – | – | – |
| 05 | Manager – Network Security Engineer | MMGS- II | – | – | – | – | 1 | 1 | – | – | – | – |
| 06 | Manager – Oracle DBA | MMGS- II | 1 | – | 1 | – | – | 2 | – | – | – | – |
| 07 | Manager – Middleware Engineer | MMGS- II | – | – | – | – | 1 | 1 | – | – | – | – |
| 08 | Manager – Server Administrator | MMGS- II | – | – | 1 | – | 1 | 2 | – | – | – | – |
| 09 | Manager – Network – Routing & Switching Engineer | MMGS- II | – | – | 1 | – | 1 | 2 | – | – | – | – |
| 10 | Manager – Hardware Engineer | MMGS- II | – | – | – | 1 | – | 1 | – | – | – | – |
| 11 | Manager – Solution Architect | MMGS- II | – | – | – | – | 1 | 1 | – | – | – | – |
| 12 | Manager – Digital Banking (RTGS/ NEFT) | MMGS- II | – | – | – | – | 1 | 1 | – | – | – | – |
| 13 | Manager – Digital Banking (Debit Card & ATM Switch) | MMGS- II | – | – | – | – | 1 | 1 | – | – | – | – |
| 14 | Manager – ATM Managed Services & ATM Switch | MMGS- II | 1 | – | 1 | – | – | 2 | – | – | – | – |
| 15 | Manager – Merchant Acquisition | MMGS- II | – | – | 1 | – | – | 1 | – | – | – | – |
| 16 | Manager – Digital Banking (IB, MB, UPI) | MMGS- II | 1 | 1 | – | – | 1 | 3 | 1 | – | – | – |
| 17 | Manager – Digital Banking (Reconciliation) | MMGS- II | – | – | – | 1 | – | 1 | – | – | – | – |
| 18 | Manager – Compliance & Audit | MMGS- II | – | – | – | – | 1 | 1 | – | – | – | – |
| TOTAL | 3 | 1 | 6 | 2 | 13 | 25 | 1 | – | – | – | ||
The Indian Overseas Bank had announced 10 vacancies for various Specialist officer (SO) posts in 2021. The names of posts, scale, number of vacancies and other details are given in the table below.
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Vacancies for the Post of Indian Overseas Bank Specialist Officer (SO) Posts 2021 |
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| S.No. | Post | Grade | Scale |
Number of Vacancies (UR-General category) |
| 1 | Manager (Information Security) | MMGS-II | II | 01 |
| 2 | Senior Manager (Information Security) | MMGS-III | III | 03 |
| 3 | Manager (Information System Audit) | MMGS-II | II | 03 |
| 4 | Senior Manager (Information System Audit) | MMGS-III | III | 03 |
| Total | 10 | |||
Salary for the Post of Indian Overseas Bank Specialist Officer (SO)
The candidates who get selected for the post of Specialist officer get a salary based on the pay scale. These candidates are also given other allowances and perquisites. The Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), City Compensatory Allowance (CCA), etc., are given to employees based on the rules in force from time to time.
For candidates who are selected laterally, the following facilities are made available to them during their probation period itself:
- a) Conveyance Expenses
- b) Newspaper Cost
- c) Telephone/ Mobile Expenses
- d) Entertainment Expenses
Important information related to the pay scale for the post of Specialist Officer (SO) is given below.
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Pay Scale for the Post of Indian Overseas Bank Specialist Officer (SO) |
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| Scale / Grade |
Scale of Pay (In Rupees) |
| MMGS II | 48,170 – 1,740 / 1 – 49,910 – 1,990 / 10 – 69,810 |
| MMGS III | 63,840 – 1,990 / 5 – 73,790 – 2,220 / 2 – 78,230 |
Probation, Bond and Transfer for the Post of Indian Overseas Bank Specialist Officer (SO)
- Candidates who are chosen for the Specialist Officer position are placed on probation for two years (active service) starting from the date they join the Bank. The Bank decides whether to confirm them in the Bank’s service in accordance with the Officers’ Service Regulation (OSR).
- Selected applicants chosen for employment should sign a financial service indemnity bond for Rs.1,000,00 (Rupees one lakh) for service lasting at least three years.
- The candidates are initially assigned to the Central Office in Chennai. However, they can be transferred or posted at any time to any of the Bank’s Branches or Offices, anywhere in India, on the terms and conditions that the Bank may determine, at its sole discretion.
Exam Dates for the Post of Indian Overseas Bank Specialist Officer (SO)
Aspirants studying for various competitive exams should be aware of how long it takes to finish each step of the SO examination process. Candidates can organise their studies appropriately based on how long the various exam segments last.
The 2023 exam dates are yet to be released. Candidates can check previous year data to get an idea.
The table below lists the important dates and activities around the Indian Overseas Bank SO examinations:
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Exam Dates for Indian Overseas Bank SO Post 2021-2022 |
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| S.No. | Events |
Important Dates |
| 1 | Date of release of Indian Overseas Bank SO exam notification | 8 February, 2021 |
| 2 | Opening Date of Online Registration for the Indian Overseas Bank SO exam | 8 February, 2021 |
| 3 | Payment of Application Fee / Intimation Charges for the Indian Overseas Bank SO exam | 8 February, 2021 to 20 February, 2021 |
| 4 | Closing Date of Online Registration for the Indian Overseas Bank SO exam | 20 February, 2021 |
| 5 | Release of registration numbers of candidates shortlisted for the Indian Overseas Bank online examination | 22 March, 2021 |
| 6 | Date of release of Indian Overseas Bank SO exam exam admit card | 7 July, 2021 |
| 7 | Date of Indian Overseas Bank SO online exam | 18 July, 2021 |
| 8 | Date of release of Indian Overseas Bank SO online exam results | 17 August, 2021 |
| 9 | Date of Indian Overseas Bank SO interview | 28 September, 2021 |
| 10 | Date of release of Indian Overseas Bank SO exam final results | 4 January, 2022 |
Eligibility Criteria for the Post of Indian Overseas Bank Specialist Officer (SO)
It is imperative that candidates go through the eligibility criteria given in the official notification released by the bank before applying for SO examination. At any stage of the exam, if it is found that candidates do not fulfil the eligibility requirements laid down by the bank, then their candidature is liable to be cancelled.
Following selection, applicants must also meet the “general eligibility” requirements. The requirements for “general eligibility” include moral integrity and physical fitness. Candidates should be in good physical condition and be prepared to give character and caste certificates (if necessary) for verification after selection.
An overview of the eligibility criteria laid down by the Indian Overseas Bank for the Specialist officer (SO) posts is given below:
Nationality or Citizenship
Candidates who wish to apply for the post of IOB Specialist officer (SO) must meet one of the nationality requirements listed in the table below.
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Indian Overseas Bank Specialist Officer (SO) Nationality/Citizenship |
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| S.No. |
Eligibility Criteria |
| A candidate must be either: | |
| 1 | A Citizen of India or |
| 2 | A subject of Nepal or |
| 3 | A subject of Bhutan or |
| 4 | A Tibetan refugee who came over to India before 1st January, 1962 with the intention of permanently settling in India or |
| 5 | A person of Indian origin who has migrated from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, East African countries of Kenya, Uganda, the United Republic of Tanzania (formerly Tanganyika and Zanzibar), Zambia, Malawi, Zaire, Ethiopia and Vietnam with the intention of permanently settling in India |
| A certificate of eligibility issued by the Government of India must be produced by applicants who fall under categories 2, 3, 4, and 5. These applicants (categories 2, 3, 4 and 5) will only be provided the letter of appointment after presenting the eligibility certificate issued by the Government of India. | |
Age Limit for the Posts of Indian Overseas Bank Specialist Officer (SO)
For the Specialist Officer positions, the Indian Overseas Bank has established minimum and maximum age requirements. The table below contains more details on the Specialist officer age restrictions.
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Indian Overseas Bank Specialist Officer (SO) Age Limit |
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| S.No. | Post | Grade/
Scale |
Minimum Age |
Maximum Age |
| 1 | Manager (Information Security) | MMGS II | 25 | 35 |
| 2 | Senior Manager (Information Security) | MMGS III | 25 | 40 |
| 3 | Manager (Information System Audit) | MMGS II | 25 | 35 |
| 4 | Senior Manager (Information System Audit) | MMGS III | 25 | 40 |
Educational Qualification for the Posts of Indian Overseas Bank Specialist Officer (SO)
Before submitting the online application form for the exam, candidates must review the list of educational requirements provided by the bank in the official notification. Only candidates who meet the eligibility conditions in regards to educational credentials should submit an application for the exam.
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Indian Overseas Bank Specialist Officer (SO) Educational Qualification |
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| S.No. | Category |
Educational Qualification |
| 1 | Manager (Information Security) |
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| 2 | Senior Manager(Information Security) |
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| 3 | Manager (Information System Audit) |
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| 4 | Senior Manager (Information System Audit) |
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Post Qualification Work Experience for the Post of Indian Overseas Bank Specialist Officer (SO)
The IOB has laid down post qualification work experience requirements for the Specialist Officer (SO) post. Candidates should have held a full-time job following the completion of their educational requirements. The table below contains more information on the post-qualification job experience.
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Post Qualification Work Experience for the Posts of Indian Overseas Bank Specialist Officer (SO) |
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| S.No. | Post |
Post Qualification Work Experience |
| 1 | Manager (Information Security) |
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| 2 | Senior Manager (Information Security) |
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| 3 | Manager (Information System Audit) |
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| 4 | Senior Manager (Information System Audit) |
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Age Relaxation for the Post of Indian Overseas Bank Specialist Officer (SO)
For some groups, including SC/ST/OBC/PWBD/Ex-Servicemen who wish to apply for the Indian Overseas Bank Specialist Officer position, there is a relaxation of the maximum age limit. The table below provides information on age relaxation for various categories.
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Indian Overseas Bank Specialist Officer (SO) Age Relaxation |
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| S.No. | Category |
Age Relaxation (in years) |
| 1 | Scheduled Caste/ Scheduled Tribe | 5 years |
| 2 | Other Backward Caste (OBC) | 3 years |
| 3 | Persons domiciled in Kashmir Division of Jammu & Kashmir State during the period from 01.01.1980 to 31.12.1989 | 5 years |
| 4 | Persons with Benchmark Disabilities | 10 years |
| 5 | Persons affected by 1984 riots | 5 years |
| 6 | Ex-servicemen, Commissioned Officers, including ECOs/ SSCOs, who have rendered at least 5 years military service and have been released on completion of assignment (including those whose assignment is due to be completed within 12 months from the date prescribed for closing of online registration) otherwise than by way of dismissal or discharge on account of misconduct or inefficiency or on account of physical disability attributable to military service or on invalidment | 5 years |
Application Process for the Indian Overseas Bank Specialist Officer (SO) Exam
Aspirants who fulfil the eligibility criteria can apply for more than one Specialist officer (SO) post. For each position being applied for, registration and payment of the application fee must be done separately.
Candidates can follow the steps given below to apply for the IOB Specialist Officer (SO) posts:
- Visit the official website of the Indian Overseas Bank i.e. iob.in.
- Candidates should go to the “careers” page and click on “Recruitment of Information Security & Information Audit Officers in MMG Scale II & III – 2023-24”.
- A new window will open. Applicants should first register themselves online by clicking “Click here to Register Online”. After registration, the registration number will be generated by the system. The same will be sent to the email ID of the candidate. Applicants must note down the registration number and password for future reference.
- Candidates should login using the registration number and password and click on the link “Click here to Apply Online”.
- On the new page, candidates should fill in all the required information as specified in the online application form.
- After filling out the necessary details, applicants should upload their signature and photograph.
- Once all the necessary information is provided, candidates should once again check the information by clicking on the “Recheck”/ “Preview” button
- After verifying the information click on the ‘Submit’ button. Once the application is submitted, a message stating “Application Successfully Submitted” will be displayed.
- Next, applicants should click on “Upload Relevant Documents” tab to upload the following documents:
- Birth Certificate
- Degree (UG / PG)
- Work Experience Certificate
- No Objection Certificate (if applicable) from Employer
- An applicant should pay the application fee, without which the application will not be considered.
- Candidates should take a printout of the online application form by clicking on “Print your Application” and save it for future reference.
Points to Remember: IOB SO Post Apply Online
- Go through the official notification carefully before applying for the post.
- Scan the photograph and signature as per the specifications given in the notification.
- Before filling out the application form, candidates should ensure that they have a valid personal email ID and mobile number. The bank may send admit cards for the interview to the registered email ID.
- Candidates should verify the information that they have provided in the online application form before final submission.
- Applicants must ensure that the name of candidates and other essential information is spelt correctly in the online application form. It should exactly match the information as it appears in the candidate’s certificates or mark sheets. Any discrepancy found in the online application form may disqualify the candidate.
Application Fee for the Indian Overseas Bank Specialist Officer (SO) Exam
Candidates must pay the application fee after filling in the online application form. Applicants who fail to pay the fee will not be considered for the examination. The fee applicable to various categories of candidates is given in the table below.
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Application Fee for the Post of Indian Overseas Bank Specialist Officer (SO) |
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| S.No. | Category |
Application Fee (Non-refundable) |
| 1 | SC/ST/PWD (Only Intimation charges) | Rs 100 |
| 2 | For all others (Including OBC & EWS) | Rs 500 |
Points to Remember: IOB Specialist Officer Application Fee
- Candidates cannot withdraw applications that are submitted
- The application fee for the IOB SO exam is non-refundable
- Application fee can be paid through the online mode only, which includes:
- Debit Card
- Credit Card
- Internet Banking
- Candidates can download the e-receipt generated by the system after successfully paying the application fee. They should also take a printout of the e-receipt for future reference.
Admit Card for the Indian Overseas Bank Specialist Officer (SO) Exam
After the completion of the application process, the bank will release the admit card on its official website. The admit card contains the following information:
- Name of the Candidate
- Date of the examination
- Name and address of the examination centre
- Reporting time and time of the exam
- Registration Number, etc.
To download the Indian Overseas Bank Specialist Officer (SO) exam admit card, candidates can follow the instructions below.
- Visit the official website of the Central Bank of India i.e. iob.in.
- Select the “Career” tab on the homepage.
- On the news page, search for “Call Letters for Online Examination” and click on the link.
- Applicants should login using their registration number and password.
- Candidates should download the call letter and take a printout.
Points to Remember: Indian Overseas Bank Specialist officer (SO) Exam Admit Card
- When downloading the admission card, applicants should make sure they read the information handout that is available on the bank’s official website.
- Candidates must bring their admission cards to the exam venue with a passport-size photo attached. They should also carry a photocopy of their valid photo ID along with the original document to the exam centre.
- The admit card and a photocopy of the photo identity proof should be submitted by applicants at the exam venue.
Scheme of the Indian Overseas Bank Specialist Officer (SO) Exam
The Indian Overseas Bank Specialist Officer exam is conducted in two phases, i.e., an online examination and interview. The online test is the first stage of the SO recruitment process. It is of objective type consisting of multiple choice questions on reasoning, English, quantitative aptitude and professional knowledge (based on the post for which the candidate has applied). The exam pattern of the Indian Overseas Bank SO online test is given below.
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Online Test Pattern for the Indian Overseas Bank SO Exam |
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| S.No. | Name of Tests | No. of Questions | Duration of the Exam |
Medium of the Exam |
| 1 | English Language | 50 | 30 minutes | English |
| 2 | Reasoning | 50 | 30 minutes | |
| 3 | Quantitative Aptitude | 50 | 30 minutes | |
| 4 | Professional Knowledge | 50 | 30 minutes | |
Points to Remember: Indian Overseas Bank Specialist Officer (SO) Online Test
- Each incorrect response will result in a deduction of 0.25 marks or one-fourth of the total marks allotted to the question.
- Qualifying exams include reasoning, English and quantitative aptitude. Marks obtained in these papers will not be added to the final scores.
- The maximum marks assigned for the professional knowledge test is 80.
- Each professional knowledge test is 30 minutes long (for each post), and candidates who have applied for several posts will take the professional knowledge test for each position in the same session, one after the other without any break.
- Based on factors including educational background, prior work experience, etc., the Indian Overseas Bank reserves the right to call just the necessary number of applicants for the online test.
- On the Indian Overseas Bank’s official website, candidates will be able to find the registration numbers of those who have been shortlisted and are qualified to take the online test. Applicants who have been shortlisted will get an email with information about the online test (date, venue, ID proof etc.)
Indian Overseas Bank Specialist Officer (SO) Interview
Applicants who pass the cut-off marks for the online test will qualify for the IOB SO interview. Candidates who are shortlisted should keep the following in mind:
- Interviews for the IOB SO exam may be conducted in the online or offline mode at various centres based on the decision of the Indian Overseas Bank.
- Candidates who are shortlisted for the interview will receive their call letters on their registered email ID. The call letter for the interview comprises information related to the venue, date of interview, etc.
- Any requests to change interview venues or dates will not be granted by the IOB.
- The bank maintains the right, if necessary, to hold an additional selection process for a particular group of candidates and is free to alter, add to, or cancel the date, time, and centre of the interview.
- Applicants must submit the following documents during the interview:
- Printout of the valid Interview Call Letter of the candidate
- Photo Identity Proof such as Passport/ Aadhaar / e-Aadhaar Card / PAN Card/ Driving Licence/ Voter’s Card.
- Valid system generated printout of the online application form registered
- Proof of Date of Birth (Birth Certificate or SSLC/ Std. X Certificate with DOB)
- Consolidated Mark sheets and relevant certificates for educational qualifications.
- Work Experience documents and certificates such as current employer’s, appointment letters, relieving letters, pay or Salary Slips etc.
- Certificates, namely CISA/ CISSP/ CISM / DISA / Certified Cyber Forensic Professional (CCFP), Computer Hacking Forensic Investigator (CHFS), Certified Ethical Hacking (CEH).
- Caste Certificate given by a competent authority in the prescribed format
- PwBD candidates have to submit disability certificate issued by the District Medical Board in the prescribed format
- Candidates who are serving in Government or Public Sector Undertakings have to produce in original a “No Objection Certificate” from their employer during the interview.
- Persons eligible for age relaxation under “Persons affected by 1984 riots” have to produce relevant certificates from the District Magistrate.
- A domicile certificate has to be produced by the persons who are eligible for age relaxation under “Persons ordinarily domiciled in the State of Jammu & Kashmir during the period 1-1-80 to 31-12-89”.
- Any other relevant certificate or document in support of eligibility (if applicable).
- Applicants will be finally selected on the basis of marks obtained by them in the online exam and interview.
- Candidates should regularly check the official website of the Indian Overseas Bank for updates related to the Specialist Officer examination.
Centres for the Indian Overseas Bank Specialist Officer (SO) Exam
The Indian Overseas Bank conducts the Specialist Officer exam at a limited number of centres/venues in the country. The admit card for the online test and the interview comprises the name of the venue, its address and other details pertaining to the Specialist Officer (SO) examination. The call letter for the interview is sent by the bank to the candidate’s email ID. A list of the names of exam centres/cities given in the official notification released by the Indian Overseas Bank (IOB) is given in the table below:
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List of Centres for the IOB Specialist Officer (SO) Exam |
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| S.No. |
Name of the Exam Centre |
| 1 | New Delhi |
| 2 | Mumbai |
| 3 | Chennai |
| 4 | Kolkata |
| 5 | Hyderabad |
| 6 | Bangalore |
Points to Remember: IOB Specialist officer (SO) Exam Centre
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- Applicants should be at the test centre at least 15 minutes prior to the reporting time specified in the call letter. Latecomers won’t be permitted to take the exam.
- Candidates should carry their admit card, original photo ID proof and a photocopy of the photo ID proof to the exam centre.
- Ration cards and learner’s licence are not considered valid ID proofs for the exam. Applicants should ensure that their name on the ID card and the admit card must exactly match. Candidates are allowed to carry only the following valid photo ID proofs to the exam centre:
- PAN Card
- Passport
- Voter’s Card
- Permanent Driving Licence
- Bank Passbook with photograph
- Photo identity proof issued by a Gazetted Officer on official letterhead along with photograph
- Photo identity proof issued by a People’s Representative on official letterhead along with photograph
- Valid recent Identity Card issued by a recognized College or University
- Aadhar card or E-Aadhar Card with a photograph
- Bar Council Identity card with photograph
- Employee ID
- Applicants must carry a ballpoint pen and ink stamp pad to the exam venue.
- Candidates should not use calculators, books, cell phones and other electronic gadgets in the examination hall.
- The bank has the right to cancel any of the examination centres and/or add some additional centres depending on the response, administrative viability, and other criteria. The bank reserves the right to allocate candidates to any centre other than the one they have chosen, although candidates will, whenever practical, be allotted the centre of their choice.
- Any requests to change the exam centre will not be granted by the bank.
- According to the Bank’s preference, the interview will take place at any Centre throughout India (Physical or Online Mode through video conference).
- Applicants who plan to use a scribe should also bring a completed, signed, and stamped form for the scribe, along with a photo.
- Candidates should regularly check their email and the official website of the bank to get recent updates on the exam.
Results for the Post of Indian Overseas Bank Specialist Officer (SO)
The IOB Specialist Officer exam consists of two stages, i.e., the online test and the interview. After the completion of the online test, the results are published on the official website. An email with information about the time, place, and other details of the interview will be sent to candidates who have been selected for the personality test. The call letter will include details on the personal interview. These candidates have to carry documents such as the consolidated mark sheets and relevant certificates, proof of date of birth, experience certificate, etc. for the interview.
After conducting the personal interview, the final results are released on IOB’s website. The final list of selected applicants is prepared using the candidates’ test and interview scores.
How to Download the Indian Overseas Bank Specialist Officer (SO) Exam Results?
Applicants can follow the steps given below to download the Indian Overseas Bank (IOB) Specialist Officer (SO) exam results.
- Visit the official website of the Central Bank of India i.e. iob.in.
- On the homepage of the main website, select the “Career” tab..
- Search for “Final Provisionally Selected Candidates Registration Numbers – Post Wise” and click on the link.
- On the new page candidates can find the PDF comprising the registration numbers of provisionally selected applicants for various posts.
IOB SO exam marksheets will be available on the official website after the completion of the selection process.
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