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State Bank of India (SBI) is hiring 17 Assistant Manager (Engineer-Fire) officers on a regular basis under Advertisement No. CRPD/SCO/2026-27/29 (dated 04.11.2026). The post is in JMGS-I with a starting basic of Rs 48,480. Fire and safety engineers with at least 2 years of experience can apply online from 4 November to 25 November 2026.
Below is everything from the official SBI advertisement: vacancies, the exact list of accepted degrees, the experience rule, test pattern, fee and the documents you must upload.
| Quick overview | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | State Bank of India (Central Recruitment & Promotion Department) |
| Post | Assistant Manager, Engineer (Fire), regular |
| Advt. No. | CRPD/SCO/2026-27/29, dated 04.11.2026 |
| Vacancies | 17 |
| Grade and pay | JMGS-I: Rs 48,480 – 2,000/7 – 62,480 – 2,340/2 – 67,160 – 2,680/7 – 85,920 |
| Age | 21 to 40 years as on 31.10.2026 |
| Selection | Online test + interview |
| Apply mode | Online (SBI careers / IBPS portal) |
Official links
Always verify dates and fees on the official website before applying.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online registration and fee payment | 04.11.2026 to 25.11.2026 |
| Cut-off date for age, qualification and experience | 31.10.2026 |
| Online test call letters | December 2026 (tentative) |
| Online test | December 2026 / January 2027 (tentative) |
| Interview | January / February 2027 (tentative) |
| Final result | February 2027 (tentative) |
Vacancy Details
| SC | ST | OBC | EWS | UR | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 11 | 17 |
The total includes one ST backlog vacancy. SBI says the numbers are provisional.
Eligibility (as on 31.10.2026)
Accepted qualifications (any one)
- B.E. (Fire) from National Fire Service College (NFSC), Nagpur
- B.E./B.Tech (Safety & Fire Engineering)
- B.E./B.Tech (Fire Technology & Safety Engineering)
- Equivalent 4-year degree in Fire Safety from a UGC-recognised university or AICTE-approved institution
- Graduate membership of the Institution of Fire Engineers (India/UK)
- Divisional Officers course from NFSC, Nagpur
Experience
| If you hold | Minimum post-qualification experience |
|---|---|
| B.E./B.Tech fire/safety degree or equivalent 4-year degree | 2 years in fire safety with a reputed organisation |
| IFE graduate membership or NFSC Divisional Officers course | 3 years as Station Officer or equivalent in a City/State Fire Brigade, In-Charge Fire Officer in a corporate or big industrial complex, or Fire Officer in a State Government institution or PSU |
Your experience certificate must clearly mention fire safety work. Generic certificates can lead to rejection.
Age
21 to 40 years as on 31.10.2026 (UR). SC/ST/OBC/PwBD get relaxation as per Government of India rules. Cumulative relaxation is not allowed.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / EWS / OBC | Rs 750 |
| SC / ST | Nil |
Selection Process and Exam Pattern
| Online test section | Questions | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| English Language | 50 | 50 | 40 minutes |
| Professional Knowledge (fire engineering, fire service administration, fire regulations and by-laws) | 75 | 75 | 80 minutes |
| Total | 125 | 125 | 2 hours |
- No negative marking.
- Shortlisted candidates face an interview of 100 marks.
- Final merit: online test scaled to 70 + interview scaled to 30 = 100. Ties go to the older candidate.
- Probation: 6 months. Posting anywhere in India.
How to Apply
- Open SBI Careers > Current Openings and find CRPD/SCO/2026-27/29, or use the apply link above.
- Register with a valid email and mobile number.
- Fill in your details; you can edit a saved application up to three times.
- Upload photo (20-50 KB, 200×230 px), signature (10-20 KB, 140×60 px), left thumb impression, handwritten declaration (50-100 KB, 800×400 px, not in capitals) and a live photo.
- Upload PDFs (A4, max 500 KB each): resume, ID and DOB proof, caste/EWS certificate, degree certificates and mark sheets, experience certificates, Form-16 or latest salary slip, NOC if applicable.
- Pay the fee by 25.11.2026 and print the application and e-receipt. Registration is complete only after payment.
Official links
Always verify dates and fees on the official website before applying.
FAQs
Q. What is the last date to apply?
A. 25 November 2026.
Q. How many posts are there?
A. 17 Assistant Manager (Engineer-Fire) posts.
Q. Can freshers apply?
A. No. You need at least 2 years of post-qualification fire safety experience (3 years for IFE/DO course holders).
Q. Is there negative marking?
A. No.
Q. What is the salary?
A. JMGS-I scale starting at Rs 48,480 basic, plus DA, HRA, CCA, PF/NPS, medical and other perks.
Q. What is the fee?
A. Rs 750 for General/EWS/OBC; nil for SC/ST.
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