Bank of Baroda Officer Recruitment 2025: An Overview

The Bank of Baroda (BoB) has released the BoB Officer Grade Recruitment 2025 notification, inviting applications for 417 regular positions in its Retail Liabilities and Rural & Agri Banking departments. This is a significant opportunity for experienced banking and agriculture professionals to join a leading public sector bank and advance their careers. The recruitment drive aims to fill key roles such as Manager (Sales), Officer (Agriculture Sales), and Manager (Agriculture Sales). With an attractive salary package and extensive benefits, this is a highly sought-after opportunity. The application window is open from August 6, 2025, to August 26, 2025.

Key Highlights of BoB Recruitment 2025

Bank of Baroda, one of India’s largest and most trusted banks, is looking for dynamic and skilled individuals to strengthen its team. This recruitment focuses on specialized roles crucial for the bank’s growth in the retail and agricultural sectors. The selection process is designed to identify candidates with the right blend of knowledge, experience, and aptitude. Below is a summary of the key details for the BoB Officer Grade Recruitment 2025.

Detail Information
Post Names Manager (Sales), Officer & Manager (Agri Sales)
Total Vacancies 417
Salary / Pay Scale JMG/S-I & MMG/S-II (Up to ₹93,960 + Allowances)
Job Location All India
Application Start August 6, 2025
Last Date to Apply August 26, 2025

BoB Officer Vacancy 2025 Breakdown

The recruitment drive has allocated a total of 417 vacancies across different posts and departments. A detailed, post-wise breakdown is provided below to help candidates understand the opportunities available.

Post Name Department Vacancies
Manager – Sales Retail Liabilities 227
Officer – Agriculture Sales Rural & Agri Banking 142
Manager – Agriculture Sales Rural & Agri Banking 48
Total 417

BoB Officer Recruitment 2025: Eligibility Criteria

Before applying, candidates must carefully review the eligibility criteria regarding educational qualifications, post-qualification experience, and age limits as of August 1, 2025.

Educational Qualification

  • Manager – Sales: A Graduation degree in any discipline from a recognized university is mandatory.
  • Officer – Agriculture Sales / Manager – Agriculture Sales: A 4-year degree (graduation) in one of the following fields is required:
    • Agriculture / Horticulture / Animal Husbandry / Veterinary Science / Dairy Science / Fishery Science / Pisciculture
    • Agri. Marketing & Cooperation / Co-operation & Banking / Agro-Forestry / Forestry
    • Agricultural Biotechnology / B.Tech Biotechnology / Food Science / Agriculture Business Management
    • Food Technology / Dairy Technology / Agricultural Engineering / Sericulture / Fisheries Engineering

Experience

  • Manager – Sales: Minimum 3 years of sales experience in Banking and Financial Institutions, specifically with liabilities products.
  • Officer – Agriculture Sales: Minimum 1 year of experience in Agri Sales, preferably within the Banking, Financial Services, and Insurance (BFSI) sector.
  • Manager – Agriculture Sales: Minimum 3 years of experience in Agri Sales, preferably within the BFSI sector.
  • Note: Experience below 6 months in any single organization and experience in a clerical cadre will not be considered.

Age Limit (as on 01.08.2025)

  • Manager – Sales: 24 to 34 years
  • Officer – Agriculture Sales: 24 to 36 years
  • Manager – Agriculture Sales: 26 to 42 years

Age Relaxation: Upper age limit relaxation is applicable for reserved categories as per government norms:

  • SC/ST: 5 years
  • OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 years
  • Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD): 10 years (General/EWS), 13 years (OBC), 15 years (SC/ST).

Bank of Baroda Officer Salary and Benefits

A career with Bank of Baroda not only offers stability but also a highly competitive remuneration package. The salary for Officer and Manager Grade positions is structured to be one of the best in the industry, supplemented by a wide range of allowances and benefits that significantly enhance the overall compensation. The pay scales for the advertised positions are as follows:

  • Junior Management Grade/Scale-I (JMG/S-I): ₹ 48480 – 2000(7) – 62480 – 2340(2) – 67160 – 2680(7) – 85920
  • Middle Management Grade/Scale-II (MMG/S-II): ₹ 64820 – 2340(1) – 67160 – 2680(10) – 93960

This pay scale indicates the basic pay progression. For instance, an MMG/S-II officer starts with a basic pay of ₹64,820. In addition to the basic pay, officers are entitled to several allowances, including:

  • Dearness Allowance (DA): This is revised quarterly based on the Consumer Price Index (CPI) and currently forms a substantial part of the salary.
  • House Rent Allowance (HRA): This varies from 7% to 9% of the basic pay, depending on the city of posting (Metro, Urban, etc.).
  • City Compensatory Allowance (CCA): Provided in major cities to compensate for the higher cost of living.
  • Other Perks: The benefits package also includes medical aid for self and dependents, leave fare concession (LFC), access to staff housing, and coverage under the National Pension System (NPS). This comprehensive package makes the total emoluments highly attractive.

BoB Officer Selection Process Explained

The selection process for the BoB Officer Grade Recruitment 2025 is a multi-stage procedure designed to assess candidates thoroughly. The bank may modify the process based on the number of applications received.

The process will primarily consist of:

  1. Online Test
  2. Group Discussion (GD) and/or Personal Interview (PI)

Tier 1: Online Computer Based Test

The online test will assess a candidate’s aptitude and professional knowledge. The first three sections are qualifying in nature, meaning candidates must score a minimum percentage (40% for General/EWS, 35% for Reserved) to have their Professional Knowledge section evaluated. Marks from the first three sections will not be counted for the final merit list. Importantly, there is no negative marking.

Section No. of Questions Maximum Marks Duration
Reasoning 25 25 75 Minutes
English Language 25 25 (Composite)
Quantitative Aptitude 25 25 (Composite)
Professional Knowledge 75 150 75 Minutes
Total 150 225 150 Mins

Tier 2: Group Discussion & Interview

Candidates who qualify in the online test will be shortlisted for the Group Discussion and/or Personal Interview. This stage is crucial for assessing communication skills, personality, problem-solving abilities, and overall suitability for the role. The minimum qualifying marks in the GD/PI are 60% for the General/EWS category and 55% for reserved categories. The final merit list will be prepared based on the scores obtained in the Professional Knowledge test and the GD/PI.

Detailed Syllabus for BoB Officer Exam 2025

A thorough understanding of the syllabus is key to preparing effectively for the online examination. Here is a detailed, topic-wise syllabus for each subject.

Subject Topics
Reasoning Seating Arrangements
Puzzles
Syllogism
Blood Relations
Direction Sense
Coding-Decoding
Inequality
Input-Output
Data Sufficiency
Logical Reasoning
English Language Reading Comprehension
Cloze Test
Para Jumbles
Fill in the Blanks
Spotting Errors
Sentence Correction
Vocabulary (Synonyms/Antonyms)
Idioms & Phrases
Quantitative Aptitude Data Interpretation (Graphs, Charts, Tables)
Number Series
Simplification & Approximation
Quadratic Equations
Percentage & Averages
Profit & Loss
Simple & Compound Interest
Time, Speed & Distance
Time & Work
Ratio & Proportion
Professional Knowledge For Manager (Sales):
Banking Products (Liabilities)
Sales Management
Marketing of Financial Products
Customer Relationship Management (CRM)
Regulatory Knowledge (RBI guidelines)
Financial Markets

For Agri Officer/Manager:
Agriculture & Soil Science
Horticulture & Agronomy
Animal Husbandry & Fisheries
Agricultural Economics & Marketing
Government Schemes for Agriculture
Rural Development
Farm Mechanization & Forestry
Agri-Finance & Priority Sector Lending

How to Apply Online: Step-by-Step Guide

Candidates must apply online through the official Bank of Baroda website. Follow this step-by-step guide to ensure a smooth application process.

Documents to Keep Ready Before Applying:

  • Scanned copy of your recent photograph (20kb-50kb) and signature (10kb-20kb).
  • A valid personal email ID and mobile number.
  • Resume (PDF, max 500kb).
  • Proof of Date of Birth (e.g., 10th-grade certificate) (PDF, max 500kb).
  • Educational qualification certificates and mark sheets (scanned into a single PDF, max 500kb).
  • Experience certificates (appointment letter, relieving letter, salary slips) (PDF, max 500kb).
  • Caste/EWS/PwBD certificate, if applicable (PDF, max 500kb).
  • Details for online payment (Debit/Credit Card, Internet Banking, UPI).

Application Steps:

  1. Visit the official Bank of Baroda website (link provided below)
  2. Navigate to the “Careers” section and click on “Current Opportunities.”
  3. Find the link for “Recruitment of Human Resource on Regular Basis for Retail Liabilities and Rural & Agri Banking Departments” and click on it.
  4. Click on “Apply Online” to open the application portal.
  5. Register by providing your basic information to generate a provisional registration number and password.
  6. Log in and fill out the application form with all the required details carefully.
  7. Upload your scanned photograph, signature, and other required documents as per the specified format.
  8. Verify all the details entered in the application form before final submission, as no changes can be made later.
  9. Proceed to the payment gateway and pay the application fee.
  10. After successful payment, a confirmation e-receipt and the final application form will be generated.
  11. Print and save a copy of the application form and the e-receipt for your records.

Important Dates for BoB Recruitment 2025

Event Date
Online Application Start Date August 6, 2025
Online Application End Date August 26, 2025
Last Date for Fee Payment August 26, 2025
Online Test Date To be announced
GD/Interview Date To be announced

Application Fees

The application fee is non-refundable and must be paid online.

Category Fee
General / EWS / OBC ₹ 850/-
SC / ST / PwBD / Women ₹ 175/-

Essential Links

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This recruitment offers a gateway to a prestigious and rewarding career in the banking sector. We encourage all eligible and interested candidates to prepare well and apply before the deadline. Stay connected for the latest updates on the examination dates and further stages of the selection process.