Canara Bank has officially released its latest recruitment notification for the year 2025, inviting applications for 60 Specialist Officer (SO) positions on a contractual basis. This is a golden opportunity for experienced professionals in the IT and cybersecurity domains to secure a high-paying job in the public sector.

Overview of Canara Bank SO Recruitment 2025

• Organization: Canara Bank
• Post Name: Specialist Officer (SO)
• Total Vacancies: 60
• Application Mode: Online
• Job Type: Contract Basis
• Location: Across India
• Application Start Date: 6 January 2025
• Last Date to Apply: 24 January 2025

Vacancy Details (Role-wise Breakdown)

Post Name	No. of Vacancies
Application Developer	7
Cloud Administrator	2
Cloud Security Analyst	2
Data Analyst	1
Database Administrator	9
Data Engineer	2
Data Mining Expert	2
Data Scientist	2
Ethical Hacker / Pen Tester	1
ETL Specialist	2
GRC Analyst	1
Information Security Analyst	2
Network Administrator	6
Network Security Analyst	1
IT Officer (API, Digital Banking)	7
Platform / Cloud / VMware Admin	2
SOC Analyst	2
Solution Architect	1
System Administrator	8

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualifications

Candidates must have a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering/Technology (Computer Science, Information Technology, Electronics, etc.) from a recognized university. Specific roles may require certifications or relevant postgraduate qualifications.

Experience Required

Most positions require a minimum of 3 to 5 years of experience in the relevant field. Candidates with experience in public sector or banking IT domains will be preferred.

Age Limit

• Maximum age: 35 years
• Age relaxation applicable for SC/ST/OBC/PwD as per government norms

Selection Process

The selection process for Canara Bank Specialist Officer Recruitment includes:

1. Online Written Test
   • Professional Knowledge – 75 questions (75 marks)
   • Logical Reasoning – 25 questions (25 marks)
   • Total: 100 marks
   • Duration: 2 hours
   • Negative marking: 0.25 mark for each wrong answer
2. Interview
   • Candidates shortlisted from the written exam will be called for a personal interview.

Salary Structure

Selected candidates will receive an attractive CTC between ₹18 lakhs to ₹27 lakhs per annum, depending on the role and experience.

Application Fee

There is no application fee required to apply for these positions, making it accessible for all eligible professionals.

How to Apply for Canara Bank SO Recruitment 2025

Follow these steps to apply online:

1. Visit the official website of Canara Bank.
2. Navigate to the “Careers” or “Recruitment” section.
3. Click on the link for “Specialist Officer Recruitment Project – 1/2025”.
4. Register using your email and phone number.
5. Fill in the application form and upload required documents.
6. Submit the application before 24 January 2025.

Final Words

Canara Bank’s Specialist Officer recruitment offers one of the best opportunities in 2025 for IT professionals to join the banking sector. With competitive pay, a secure job environment, and challenging roles in cloud computing, data science, and cybersecurity, this recruitment is perfect for tech-savvy professionals seeking career growth in a public sector bank.