Overview
Bank of Baroda (BOB) has announced a special recruitment drive for senior-level IT professionals under Advertisement No. BOB/HRM/REC/ADVT/2026/12. A total of 5 positions at the Vice President (VP) and Deputy Vice President (DVP) grade are being filled on a Fixed Term Employment basis within the Bank's IT Department. These are leadership roles spanning Artificial Intelligence, Platform Engineering, Cloud Centre of Excellence, and IT Infrastructure. There is no application fee for any candidate, and eligibility is assessed as on the cut-off date of 01 June 2026.
Candidates should note that these are not permanent positions. Successful candidates will be engaged for an initial term of 3 years, extendable by up to 2 more years based on satisfactory performance and at the Bank's discretion. The engagement ceases upon reaching 60 years of age or the expiry of the fixed term, whichever occurs first.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Registration Opens | 20 June 2026 |
| Last Date to Submit Application | 10 July 2026 |
| Eligibility Cut-off Date | 01 June 2026 |
Applicants are strongly advised to complete their submission well ahead of the deadline to avoid last-minute technical disruptions. The Bank will not be held responsible for failed submissions due to server congestion near the closing date.
Vacancy Details
| Post | Grade | Vacancies | Category |
|---|---|---|---|
| Head – Artificial Intelligence | VP | 1 | UR |
| Head – Platform Engineering | VP | 1 | UR |
| Dy. Head – Cloud CoE (Centre of Excellence) | DVP | 1 | UR |
| Dy. Head – IT Infrastructure | DVP | 1 | UR |
| Dy. Head – Platform Engineering | DVP | 1 | UR |
All five vacancies are currently earmarked under the Unreserved (UR) category. The Bank reserves the right to revise the number of vacancies at any point based on operational requirements.
Eligibility Criteria
Nationality
Applicants must be citizens of India or fall within permitted categories including subjects of Nepal or Bhutan, Tibetan refugees who arrived in India before 1 January 1962, or persons of Indian origin who migrated from specified countries with the intent of permanently residing in India.
Educational Qualification
| Post | Required Qualification |
|---|---|
| VP – Head, Artificial Intelligence | B.E./B.Tech. in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a relevant engineering discipline; OR MCA |
| VP – Head, Platform Engineering | B.E./B.Tech. in Computer Science, IT, Electronics & Telecommunication, or Electrical & Electronics; OR MCA |
| DVP – Dy. Head, Cloud CoE | B.E./B.Tech. in Computer Science, IT, Electronics & Telecommunication, or Electrical & Electronics; OR MCA |
| DVP – Dy. Head, IT Infrastructure | B.E./B.Tech. in Computer Science, IT, Electronics & Telecommunication, or Electrical & Electronics; OR MCA |
| DVP – Dy. Head, Platform Engineering | B.E./B.Tech. in Computer Science, IT, Electronics & Telecommunication, or Electrical & Electronics; OR MCA |
Experience
Each post carries distinct experience requirements detailed in position-specific annexures available on the Bank's official notification. Post-qualification experience of less than six months in any single organisation, as on the cut-off date of 01 June 2026, will not be counted towards eligibility unless that tenure forms part of the candidate's current ongoing employment.
Age
The engagement under these fixed-term contracts is valid until the candidate completes 60 years of age or until the end of the contracted term, whichever falls earlier. Candidates should refer to the official notification for post-specific age limits.
OBC / Creamy Layer
OBC candidates who fall within the creamy layer are ineligible for OBC reservation benefits or associated age relaxations, and must apply under the General (UR) category.
Selection Process
Bank of Baroda has not specified a written examination for these senior IT leadership roles. The selection methodology is expected to include shortlisting of applications based on educational credentials and relevant work experience, followed by a personal interview or interaction round. Given the seniority of these positions, the Bank may also conduct a structured competency-based evaluation. Candidates should monitor BOB's official website for updates on interview schedules and further process details.
How to Apply
Eligible candidates must apply exclusively through the online mode via Bank of Baroda's official website. The application window is open from 20 June 2026 to 10 July 2026. There is no application fee applicable for any category of candidate. Before beginning the application, candidates should ensure they have scanned copies of relevant documents, including educational certificates and experience proof, ready for upload. Submissions made after the deadline will not be entertained under any circumstances.
- Visit the official Bank of Baroda website at www.bankofbaroda.in.
- Navigate to the Careers section and locate Advertisement No. BOB/HRM/REC/ADVT/2026/12.
- Register and complete the online application form with accurate personal, academic, and professional details.
- Upload all required documents in the specified format and size.
- Review the application thoroughly before final submission.
- Save and print the submitted application for future reference.