{"id":209732,"date":"2026-09-26T16:15:35","date_gmt":"2026-09-26T10:45:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.practicemock.com\/blog\/?p=209732"},"modified":"2026-09-26T16:16:04","modified_gmt":"2026-09-26T10:46:04","slug":"bank-of-india-so-recruitment-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.practicemock.com\/blog\/bank-of-india-so-recruitment-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"Bank of India SO Recruitment 2026 Out for 205 Vacancies, Apply Online Date Extended"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>The Bank of India SO Recruitment 2026 has been announced for a total of 205 vacancies across four scales \u2014 Scale I (28), Scale II (118), Scale III (49) and Scale IV (10). <\/strong>Applications must be submitted online through the bank\u2019s website. Bank of India is recruiting officers for specialist roles in Information Technology, Information Security, Digital Banking, Law, Fire, Civil Engineering and other technical streams.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>BOI SO Apply Online 2026 process has started on September 10, 2026<\/strong>, and eligible candidates can submit their applications until <strong>October 5, 2026<\/strong>. Candidates interested in the recruitment should check their post-wise eligibility, experience and qualification requirements before registration. Candidates can apply for <strong>only one post<\/strong> under this recruitment drive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Bank of India SO Recruitment 2026:<\/strong> Bank of India has announced <strong>205 vacancies for Officers in various streams up to Scale IV<\/strong>. Online applications are being accepted from <strong>September 10 to October 5, 2026<\/strong>. The BOI SO Exam Date 2026 will be announced separately.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-vivid-cyan-blue-background-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.practicemock.com\/?ref=16449\"><strong>Attempt a Free Banking Mock Test<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Bank of India SO Recruitment 2026 Overview<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Candidates can check the key highlights of the <strong>Bank of India Specialist Officer Recruitment 2026<\/strong> below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Particulars<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Details<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Organization<\/td><td>Bank of India<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Recruitment<\/td><td>Bank of India SO Recruitment 2026<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Project No.<\/td><td>2026-27\/02<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Post<\/td><td>Specialist Officers\/Officers up to Scale IV<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Total Vacancies<\/td><td><strong>205<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Application Start Date<\/td><td><strong>September 10, 2026<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Last Date to Apply<\/td><td><strong>October 5, 2026<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Eligibility Cut-off Date<\/td><td>August 1, 2026<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Selection Process<\/td><td>Online Test and\/or Personal Interview<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Exam Duration<\/td><td><strong>100 Minutes<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>BOI SO Exam Date 2026<\/td><td>To be announced<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Application Mode<\/td><td>Online<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Job Location<\/td><td>Anywhere in India<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Official Website<\/td><td>bankofindia.bank.in<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Bank of India has notified <strong>10 Scale IV, 49 Scale III, 118 Scale II and 28 Scale I vacancies<\/strong>, taking the overall vacancy count to <strong>205 posts<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Bank of India SO Apply Online 2026 Started<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>Bank of India SO Apply Online 2026 link is active from September 10, 2026<\/strong>. Candidates who fulfil the post-wise qualification, experience and age requirements can complete their online registration through the Career section of the Bank of India website.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The last date to complete the BOI SO online application and fee payment is extended till <strong>October 5, 2026<\/strong>. Applications will be accepted <strong>only through online mode<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Candidates should keep their photograph, signature, left thumb impression, handwritten declaration, educational certificates, experience documents and mandatory professional certifications ready before starting registration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-vivid-cyan-blue-background-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/ibpsreg.ibps.in\/boiaug26\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Bank of India SO Apply Online 2026 ( Active )<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What Is Important in the Updated BOI SO Notification?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>With the application process starting on September 10, candidates should particularly note the following instructions from the detailed notification:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Applications are now open from <strong>September 10 to October 5, 2026<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Candidates can apply for <strong>only one Specialist Officer post<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Shortlisting may depend on the <strong>documents uploaded during online registration<\/strong>, including experience, educational qualification and mandatory certifications.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The Bank may conduct an <strong>Online Examination and Interview or only an Interview<\/strong>, depending on the number of eligible applicants.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Candidates shortlisted for interview may be called approximately in a <strong>1:3 ratio against the number of vacancies<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A <strong>live photograph<\/strong> may also have to be captured and uploaded during the application process.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Selected candidates have to submit a <strong>refundable security deposit<\/strong>, subject to completing three years of satisfactory service.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The updated details make it important for candidates to check the complete eligibility requirements before submitting the form, because the Bank states that later requests for submission of missing eligibility documents may not be entertained.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Bank of India SO Recruitment 2026 Important Dates<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>BOI SO application dates 2026<\/strong> have been officially announced. Candidates should complete their registration within the prescribed timeline.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Event<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Date<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>BOI SO Notification 2026<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.practicemock.com\/pricing\/marketing\/files\/pdf\/bank-of-india-so-recruitment.pdf\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.practicemock.com\/pricing\/marketing\/files\/pdf\/bank-of-india-so-recruitment.pdf\">Check the Official Notification PDF<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Online Application Starts<\/td><td><strong>10 September 2026<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Last Date to Apply<\/td><td><strong>5 October 2026<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Last Date for Fee Payment<\/td><td><strong>5 October 2026<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Relevant Date for Age &amp; Qualification<\/td><td>1 August 2026<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>BOI SO Exam Date 2026<\/td><td>To be announced<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Note:<\/strong> The application process has started on <strong>September 10, 2026<\/strong>. Candidates should not wait until October 5 to register, as last-minute traffic or technical issues may make application submission difficult. The Bank itself advises candidates to apply well before the closing date.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Bank of India SO Vacancy 2026<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A total of <strong>205 Bank of India SO vacancies<\/strong> have been announced across four officer scales.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Officer Scale<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Vacancies<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Scale IV \u2013 Chief Manager<\/td><td>10<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Scale III \u2013 Senior Manager<\/td><td>49<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Scale II \u2013 Manager<\/td><td>118<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Scale I \u2013 Officer<\/td><td>28<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Total<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>205<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The recruitment includes vacancies for posts such as <strong>Full-Stack Engineering, Digital Platforms, Information Security, Data Engineering, DevSecOps Engineering, IT Procurement, Law Officer, Fire Officer, Security Officer and Civil Engineer<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The vacancies are provisional and include backlog vacancies. Bank of India may revise the number of vacancies according to its actual requirements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Bank of India SO Eligibility Criteria 2026<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>BOI SO eligibility criteria 2026<\/strong> vary according to the post. Candidates must meet the required <strong>educational qualification, professional certification, work experience and age criteria as on August 1, 2026<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Post-wise educational qualification and work experience requirements are provided separately under <strong>Annexure-I<\/strong> of the Bank of India recruitment notice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Candidates should carefully check the specific eligibility requirements for the post they intend to apply for before completing the application form.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Candidates should also note that:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Those who previously held a <strong>similar post in Bank of India are not eligible<\/strong> to apply.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Candidates must be willing to <strong>work anywhere in India<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wherever minimum <strong>60% marks<\/strong> are prescribed in educational qualification, eligible SC\/ST\/OBC\/PWD candidates applying against reserved vacancies are allowed a relaxation to <strong>55%<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Candidates can apply for <strong>only one post<\/strong>. In case of multiple applications, only the latest valid application will be retained and fees paid for other registrations will be forfeited.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>BOI SO Age Limit 2026<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The age limit differs across posts and officer scales.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Scale<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Broad Age Range<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Scale I<\/td><td>Around 21\/22\/25 to 30 years, depending on post<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Scale II<\/td><td>Around 25\/27 to 30\/32\/35 years<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Scale III<\/td><td>Generally 28 to 37 years; up to 40 for certain posts<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Scale IV<\/td><td>Generally 28 to 40 years; up to 42 for certain posts<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Candidates must refer to their specific post before applying because the minimum and maximum age limits are not identical for every vacancy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The prescribed upper-age relaxations include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>SC\/ST:<\/strong> 5 years<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>OBC-NCL:<\/strong> 3 years<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Persons with Benchmark Disabilities:<\/strong> 10 years<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Eligible Ex-Servicemen:<\/strong> 5 years<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Persons affected by the 1984 riots:<\/strong> 5 years<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Bank of India SO Application Fee 2026<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The category-wise <strong>BOI SO application fee<\/strong> is given below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Category<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Application Fee<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>SC\/ST\/PWD<\/td><td><strong>\u20b9175<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>General\/EWS\/OBC<\/td><td><strong>\u20b91,180<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The application fee is inclusive of GST. Online fee payment can be completed between <strong>September 10 and October 5, 2026<\/strong>. Applicable bank transaction charges will have to be borne by the candidate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Candidates can make payment using <strong>Credit Card, Debit Card, Internet Banking, Cash Cards\/Mobile Wallets, QR or UPI<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Bank of India SO Selection Process 2026<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>Bank of India SO Selection Process 2026<\/strong> will be conducted through an <strong>online examination and\/or personal interview<\/strong>, depending on the number of applicants and eligible candidates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If both stages are conducted, the selection process will broadly be:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Online Examination \u2192 Personal Interview \u2192 Final Merit List<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The weightage will be:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Selection Stage<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Weightage<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Online Examination<\/td><td><strong>60%<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Personal Interview<\/td><td><strong>40%<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>However, Bank of India may also conduct selection <strong>only through an interview<\/strong> without holding the online examination. In such cases, candidates will be shortlisted based on qualifications, experience and overall suitability for the post.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>BOI SO Interview 2026<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Personal Interview will carry a maximum of <strong>100 marks<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The minimum qualifying marks are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Category<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Minimum Interview Marks<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>General\/EWS<\/td><td><strong>50%<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>SC\/ST\/OBC\/PWD against reserved vacancies<\/td><td><strong>45%<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Candidates may be called for the interview in a ratio of approximately <strong>1:3 against the number of vacancies<\/strong>, although Bank of India can increase or decrease this ratio at its discretion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Bank of India SO Exam Pattern 2026<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What is the Bank of India SO exam duration?<\/strong> The <strong>BOI SO Online Exam 2026 has a composite duration of 100 minutes<\/strong> for English Language and Professional Knowledge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Test<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Maximum Marks<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Duration<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>English Language<\/td><td>25<\/td><td><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Professional Knowledge Relevant to the Post<\/td><td>100<\/td><td><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Total Duration<\/strong><\/td><td>\u2014<\/td><td><strong>100 Minutes Composite Time<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>English Language test is qualifying in nature<\/strong>, which means its marks will not be included while preparing the merit list.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Except for the English Language Test, the examination will be available <strong>in both English and Hindi<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Candidates must secure the prescribed qualifying marks in each test. The minimum qualifying requirement is <strong>35% for General\/EWS candidates<\/strong>, while eligible SC\/ST\/OBC\/PWD candidates applying against reserved vacancies receive a relaxation of 5 percentage points.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Is There Negative Marking in BOI SO Exam 2026?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes. There is a <strong>1\/4th negative marking<\/strong> for every incorrect answer in the objective examination.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>No marks will be deducted for questions left unanswered.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Bank of India SO Salary 2026<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>Bank of India SO salary<\/strong> depends on the officer scale for which the candidate is selected.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Scale<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Basic Pay<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Scale I<\/td><td>\u20b948,480 \u2013 \u20b985,920<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Scale II<\/td><td>\u20b964,820 \u2013 \u20b993,960<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Scale III<\/td><td>\u20b985,920 \u2013 \u20b91,05,280<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Scale IV<\/td><td>\u20b91,02,300 \u2013 \u20b91,20,940<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Apart from basic pay, selected officers will receive applicable allowances and perquisites according to Bank of India rules.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Bank of India SO Security Deposit 2026<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>One important detail candidates should know is that <strong>selected Bank of India SO candidates will have to deposit a refundable security amount<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The amount is refundable after <strong>three years of satisfactory service<\/strong>. However, it may be forfeited if the selected candidate leaves the Bank before completing three years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Officer Grade<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Security Deposit<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>JMGS-I<\/td><td><strong>\u20b91,00,000<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>MMGS-II<\/td><td><strong>\u20b92,00,000<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>MMGS-III and above<\/td><td><strong>\u20b93,00,000<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This is one of the important recruitment conditions candidates should consider before applying.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How to Apply for Bank of India SO Recruitment 2026?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Candidates can now submit the <strong>BOI SO Application Form 2026<\/strong> online from September 10.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Visit the official Bank of India website.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Go to the <strong>Career<\/strong> section.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Open <strong>\u201cRecruitment of Officers in various streams upto Scale IV \u2013 Project No. 2026-27\/02.\u201d<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Click on <strong>Apply Online<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Select <strong>Click Here for New Registration<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Enter the required personal and contact details.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Complete the educational, professional and experience details.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Upload the photograph, signature, left thumb impression and handwritten declaration.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Capture\/upload the <strong>live photograph<\/strong> wherever prompted in the application.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Preview the application form carefully.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pay the applicable application fee.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Click <strong>Complete Registration<\/strong> after verifying all details.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Save the submitted application form and e-Receipt for future reference.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Candidates should verify every detail before final submission because <strong>no changes will be permitted after clicking the Complete Registration button<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Documents Required for BOI SO Application 2026<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Candidates should keep the following documents ready before starting the application:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Recent photograph<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Live photograph<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Signature<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Left thumb impression<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Handwritten declaration<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Valid photo ID<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Educational certificates<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Experience certificates<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mandatory professional certifications, where applicable<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Category\/EWS\/PWD certificates, where applicable<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Bank of India has specifically stated that documents supporting <strong>professional experience, mandatory certifications and educational qualifications<\/strong> should be uploaded as required during registration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Importantly, applications may be shortlisted or rejected <strong>solely on the basis of eligibility documents uploaded during registration<\/strong>, and requests to submit missing documents later may not be accepted.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>BOI SO Photograph and Live Photo Requirements<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Candidates need to upload a recent passport-size colour photograph. In addition, the application system may require candidates to <strong>capture and upload a live photograph using a webcam or mobile phone<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The scanned photograph should preferably be <strong>200 \u00d7 230 pixels<\/strong> and between <strong>20 KB and 50 KB<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>BOI SO Handwritten Declaration 2026<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The BOI SO handwritten declaration must be written <strong>in English, in the candidate&#8217;s own handwriting, using black ink on white paper<\/strong>. It should not be written in capital letters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The prescribed declaration is:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cI, _______ (Name of the candidate), hereby declare that all the information submitted by me in the application form is correct, true and valid. I will present the supporting documents as and when required.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The handwritten declaration image should preferably be <strong>800 \u00d7 400 pixels<\/strong>, with a file size between <strong>50 KB and 100 KB<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Bank of India SO Recruitment 2026: Apply Without Waiting for the Last Date<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>Bank of India SO Recruitment 2026<\/strong> offers <strong>205 vacancies across Scale I to Scale IV<\/strong>, making it an important opportunity for candidates with specialist qualifications and professional experience. The application process is now active and will remain open from <strong>September 10 to October 5, 2026<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Candidates should first verify their post-wise age, qualification, professional certification and experience criteria because eligibility requirements differ substantially across the specialist posts. They should also upload all supporting documents correctly during registration, as document scrutiny can determine whether they proceed to the next stage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Candidates preparing for banking and government recruitment exams can also use <a href=\"https:\/\/www.practicemock.com\/\"><strong>PracticeMock<\/strong><\/a> to access exam preparation resources, mock tests and practice material.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Most importantly, do not wait until the closing date to complete the BOI SO application. Keep the required documents ready and submit the application well before <strong>October 5, 2026<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Bank of India SO Recruitment 2026 FAQs<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How many vacancies are announced for Bank of India SO Recruitment 2026?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Bank of India has announced <strong>205 vacancies<\/strong> for Officers in various specialist streams from Scale I to Scale IV.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Has the Bank of India SO Apply Online 2026 process started?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes. The <strong>BOI SO Apply Online 2026 process started on September 10, 2026<\/strong> and applications are currently being accepted online.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What is the last date to apply for BOI SO Recruitment 2026?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The last date to submit the <strong>Bank of India SO application form is October 5, 2026<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What is the Bank of India SO exam duration?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Bank of India SO Online Examination has a <strong>composite duration of 100 minutes<\/strong> for English Language and Professional Knowledge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What is the Bank of India SO Exam Date 2026?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>BOI SO Exam Date 2026 has not yet been announced<\/strong>. Bank of India will communicate the tentative date separately.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Is there negative marking in the BOI SO Exam 2026?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes. <strong>One-fourth of the marks assigned to a question will be deducted<\/strong> for each incorrect answer. There is no penalty for unanswered questions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What is the BOI SO Selection Process 2026?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Selection will be through an <strong>online examination and\/or personal interview<\/strong>. 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