The Indian Overseas Bank (IOB) has released the admit card (call letter) for the online examination for the recruitment of Generalist and Specialist Officers, under Advt No. HRDD/RECT/04/2026-27. The call letter was released on 16 October 2026, and the online examination for 291 posts is scheduled for 31 October 2026 (Saturday) (tentative). Candidates who applied during the application window (29 August to 15 September 2026) can download their call letter using their registration details. Read the notification for eligibility, selection process, pay scale and all other information.
Important Dates
| Online application start date | 29 August 2026 (closed) |
| Last date to apply online | 15 September 2026 (closed) |
| Admit card (call letter) released | 16 October 2026 |
| Online examination date | 31 October 2026 (Saturday) (tentative) |
Application Fee
| All categories | Not applicable at the admit card stage |
Fee payment was part of the application window, which closed on 15 September 2026. No fee is payable for downloading the admit card.
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Pay Level | Vacancies | Qualification |
| Generalist / Specialist Officers (Manager (IT), Manager (Branch Management), Senior Manager (Credit) and others) | JMGS I, MMGS II, MMGS III | 291 | As per the official recruitment notification (Advt HRDD/RECT/04/2026-27) |
| Total | 291 |
The recruitment covers 291 Generalist and Specialist Officer posts across Junior Management Grade Scale I, Middle Management Grade Scale II and Middle Management Grade Scale III, as per Advt No. HRDD/RECT/04/2026-27.
Eligibility Criteria
Only candidates who applied online during the application window (29 August to 15 September 2026) and meet the eligibility conditions of Advt No. HRDD/RECT/04/2026-27 were issued call letters for the online examination. The detailed post-wise educational qualifications were specified in the official recruitment notification. Candidates should verify their eligibility details as printed on the call letter.
Age Limit
| Category | Age Limit (as per Advt HRDD/RECT/04/2026-27) |
| All categories | As per the official recruitment notification |
Age criteria were prescribed in the official recruitment notification, and age relaxation was applicable as per government rules.
Salary / Pay Scale
As per the official notification (Advt HRDD/RECT/04/2026-27) for the respective scales (JMGS I, MMGS II, MMGS III), plus allowances admissible to officers of a public sector bank.
Selection Process
- Online Examination
- Interview
The selection process for the IOB Generalist / Specialist Officer recruitment consists of an online examination followed by an interview.
Exam Pattern
The online examination will be conducted in a single shift for a duration of 2 hours. The detailed subject-wise pattern, reporting time and shift timing are printed on the call letter and in the official examination notice. Candidates must follow the instructions given on the call letter.
Documents Required
- Printed copy of the IOB SO Admit Card 2026 (call letter)
- Original photo identity proof (Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Passport, Driving Licence or Voter ID)
- Self-attested photocopy of the same identity document, to be handed over with the call letter
- Recent passport-size photograph, if specified in the call letter
- Any other documents specifically mentioned in the official examination instructions
Note: a Ration Card is not accepted as identity proof, and candidates without the call letter and valid photo ID will not be allowed to sit for the examination.
How to Download the Admit Card
- Read the official notification carefully before proceeding.
- Visit the official IOB recruitment portal (the call letter download link is given in the Important Links box below).
- Find the link for the IOB Generalist / Specialist Officer online examination call letter.
- Enter your registration number / roll number and password / date of birth, along with the CAPTCHA code.
- Submit the details to access your call letter.
- Download the admit card and take a clear printout for the examination.
- Verify the examination date, reporting time, test centre and personal details printed on it; contact the bank through the official recruitment communication channels before the examination in case of any discrepancy.
Interested candidates can read the full notification before applying.
Some Useful Important Links
| Download Admit Card | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
FAQs
Q1. Is the IOB SO Admit Card 2026 released?
Yes. The Indian Overseas Bank released the call letter for the Generalist / Specialist Officer online examination on 16 October 2026.
Q2. What is the IOB SO Exam Date 2026?
The online examination is tentatively scheduled for 31 October 2026 (Saturday). Candidates should treat the date printed on their call letter as final.
Q3. How many vacancies are available under this recruitment?
A total of 291 Generalist and Specialist Officer posts across JMGS I, MMGS II and MMGS III, under Advt No. HRDD/RECT/04/2026-27.
Q4. Where can I download the IOB SO Admit Card 2026?
Through the official recruitment portal (link in the Important Links box above), using your registration number / roll number and password / date of birth.
Q5. What documents should I carry to the IOB SO examination?
A printed call letter, one original photo ID and a self-attested photocopy of it. Without these, entry to the examination hall will not be allowed.
Q6. What is the selection process for IOB Generalist / Specialist Officers?
An online examination followed by an interview.
Sources: IOB Generalist / Specialist Officer Recruitment Advt No. HRDD/RECT/04/2026-27 and IOB examination notice of 9 October 2026; iob.bank.in.
We wish all candidates the best for their application.