SBI CISO Eligibility Criteria 2026: Qualification, Age Limit, Experience & Requirements

Age Details

Maximum age: 57 years as on 31 August 2026.

Eligibility Details

Educational Qualification

• B.Tech/B.E. in Computer Science, Computer Science & Engineering, Software Engineering, Information Technology, Electronics, Electronics & Communications Engineering, Cyber Security, or an equivalent discipline with at least 50% marks.
• MCA, or M.Tech / M.Sc in related fields also eligible.

Age Limit

• Maximum age: 57 years as on 31 August 2026.

Experience

• Post-qualification experience: 15-20 years in Information Technology / Information Security.
• Core domain experience: Minimum 5 years in Information Security / Cyber Security / Cyber Defence in Banks or Financial Institutions at the Senior Management level.

Nationality

• Indian citizen.

Desirable Certifications (preferred)

• CISSP, CISM, CCISO, CISA. Certifications should be valid on the date of interview.

Important Dates

Eligibility conditions are to be met as of 31 August 2026. Specific application dates, if announced, will be provided in the official notification.

Application Fees

Not specified in the notification. Applicants should refer to the official SBI notification for any fee-related details.

Additional Instructions

• This recruitment is contractual. The Group CISO post is not a permanent government job.
• Teaching or training experience is not counted toward eligibility.
• Ensure you possess the required qualifications and certifications valid at the time of interview.
• Keep an eye on the official SBI notification for any updates or amendments to eligibility criteria.