SBI Dy. CTO & VP Enterprise Architecture Recruitment 2026

State Bank of India (SBI) is hiring 2 senior technology architects — a Deputy Chief Technology Officer (Enterprise Architecture) and a Vice President (Enterprise & Technology Architect) — on a contract basis. If you are an Engineering Graduate or MCA with TOGAF certification and 15+ years of IT experience, you can apply online. The last date to apply is 27 August 2026. The CTC goes up to Rs. 1.7 crore per year for the Deputy CTO post and up to Rs. 96 lakh per year for the Vice President post.

State Bank of India (SBI) Deputy CTO & VP (Enterprise Architecture) Recruitment 2026 - 2 Posts

State Bank of India has released Advertisement No. CRPD/SCO/2026-27/13 for 2 senior Specialist Cadre Officer posts to strengthen its enterprise technology architecture function. Both posts are engaged on a 3-year contract, extendable by 2 more years, with the suggested place of posting at Navi Mumbai, though the Bank can transfer or depute officers to any of its offices or subsidiaries in India. These are among the highest-paying technology leadership roles SBI has advertised, designed for senior IT professionals who have led enterprise architecture, digital transformation, or large-scale BFSI technology projects.

Vacancy Breakdown

• PwBD reservation: Both posts carry horizontal reservation for Locomotor Disability (LD) and Visual Impairment (VI) candidates within the single vacancy.

Who Can Apply?

For Deputy Chief Technology Officer (Enterprise Architecture):

• Qualification: Engineering Graduate OR MCA; B.E./B.Tech/M.E./M.Tech in Software Engineering, Computer Science, IT, or Electronics preferred
• Certification: TOGAF Certification is compulsory; an MBA is preferred as an added advantage
• Experience: Minimum 18 years of overall post-qualification IT experience in regulated financial services or large-scale BFSI technology organisations, including at least 5 years at senior executive level and 8 years in architectural functions

For Vice President (Enterprise & Technology Architect):

• Qualification: Engineering Graduate OR MCA; B.E./B.Tech/M.E./M.Tech in Computer Science, IT, or Electronics preferred
• Certification: TOGAF Certification is compulsory; an MBA is preferred as an added advantage
• Experience: Minimum 15 years of overall post-qualification IT experience, including at least 3 years at senior executive level and 5 years in architectural functions (mandatory)

Key Responsibilities - Deputy CTO (Enterprise Architecture):

• Develop business and enterprise architecture layers aligned with organisational goals
• Lead Enterprise Integration Services including API strategy across internal and external systems
• Drive innovation strategy for emerging technologies like AI/ML, RPA, Blockchain, and IoT
• Ensure IT security, risk management, and regulatory compliance across the technology landscape
• Oversee vendor management, technology procurement, and strategic partnerships

Key Responsibilities - Vice President (Enterprise & Technology Architect):

• Establish the Enterprise Technology Architecture vision and governance framework for the Bank
• Set technical standards and translate business requirements into system and application designs
• Lead architecture reviews for major programmes and resolve design issues during delivery
• Guide IT architects on RFP evaluations and complex project consulting
• Engage stakeholders to develop target reference architecture, roadmap, and blueprints

Age Limit

• For Deputy CTO, you should be between 42 and 50 years old as on 31 July 2026.
• For Vice President, you should be between 40 and 48 years old as on 31 July 2026.
• Age Relaxation: Available to PwBD candidates as per Government of India guidelines.

Salary

• Deputy CTO (Enterprise Architecture): Annual CTC up to Rs. 1,70,00,000, split into 80% fixed pay and 20% variable pay.
• Vice President (Enterprise & Technology Architect): Annual CTC up to Rs. 96,00,000, split into 80% fixed pay and 20% variable pay.
• Annual increment of up to 10% is available from the second year, subject to a performance appraisal score of at least 90%.

Application Fee

• General / EWS / OBC: Rs. 750
• SC / ST / PwBD: No fee
• Payment mode: Online only, via Debit Card, Credit Card, or Internet Banking. The fee is non-refundable.

Selection Process

The selection happens in 3 stages:

1. Shortlisting: The Bank shortlists candidates based on qualification, experience, and profile match.
2. Interview: Carries 100 marks. The merit list is prepared based on interview scores alone, and your documents are verified against the originals at this stage.
3. CTC Negotiation: Top candidates in the merit list are called one by one for CTC negotiation. If a candidate does not agree to the negotiated amount, the next candidate in the merit list is called.

Your engagement is subject to being declared medically fit. If you are called for interview from outside your base location, SBI reimburses travel fare for the shortest route in India (eligibility mentioned in your call letter); local conveyance such as taxi or cab fare is not reimbursed. Selected officers get 30 days of leave per year, and the contract can be ended by either side with 1 month's notice or payment in lieu.

How to Apply

1. Go to the SBI careers portal at sbi.bank.in/web/careers/current-openings.
2. Find and click on Advertisement No. CRPD/SCO/2026-27/13.
3. Register yourself online and fill in the application form.
4. Upload your photograph, signature, resume, ID proof, PAN card, educational certificates, and experience certificates.
5. Pay the application fee online.
6. Submit the form and save a printout for your records.

Important Dates

• Online Application Start: 7 August 2026
• Last Date to Apply Online: 27 August 2026
• Last Date for Fee Payment: 27 August 2026
• Interview Date: To be announced

• Define enterprise technology architecture vision and set governance standards for the Bank
• Lead enterprise integration strategy including API design and cross-system integration
• Drive innovation strategy for emerging technologies such as AI/ML, RPA, Blockchain, and IoT
• Oversee application development, deployment, and lifecycle management for scalability
• Ensure IT security, risk management, and regulatory compliance across technology systems
• Guide business units and IT architects on technology roadmaps and complex project decisions
• Present architecture strategy and investment plans to senior management