CBI SUAPS FLC Counsellor Recruitment 2026

Central Bank of India's trust body CBI-SUAPS has released notification for 5 Counsellor posts at Financial Literacy Centres (FLC) in Chhattisgarh. If you are a retired bank officer or ex-serviceman with at least 10 years of service and hold a graduation degree, you can apply by post. The last date has been extended from 20 March 2026 to 20 April 2026. You will get Rs. 25,000 per month plus Rs. 1,000 conveyance allowance.

Central Bank of India (CBI-SUAPS) FLC Counsellor Recruitment 2026 - 5 Posts

Central Bank of India Samajik Utthan Avam Prashikshan Sansthan (CBI-SUAPS) is a registered society sponsored by Central Bank of India. It runs RSETI and Financial Literacy Centres across India to train rural youth and spread financial awareness. The Ambikapur Regional Office is now hiring 5 Counsellors on annual contract to run FLCs in five districts of Chhattisgarh. No written exam is needed -- selection is purely through personal interview. This is a good opportunity for retired banking professionals and ex-servicemen who want to stay active and serve their community.

Vacancy Details -- District-wise Posting

One Counsellor will be posted at each of these 5 districts in Chhattisgarh:

• FLC Balrampur: 1 post
• FLC Korea: 1 post
• FLC Manendragarh-Chirmiri-Bharatpur (MCB): 1 post
• FLC Surajpur: 1 post
• FLC Surguja: 1 post

Who Can Apply?

• Qualification: You must be a Graduate in any discipline from a recognized university.
• Desirable Skills: Computer literacy with basic knowledge of MS Office, internet usage, and ability to type in the local language. Excellent communication in the local language is essential.
• Experience: You need at least 10 years of experience as an officer or permanent employee.
• Preferred Background: Retired or VRS-opted Bank Officials of Scale I and above from Nationalized Banks (including SBI and RRBs) are given preference.
• Also Eligible: Ex-Servicemen or Government School Teachers who have banking knowledge, understand financial services, and have completed the relevant IIBF certification course.
• Service Record: You must have an unblemished service record and a Service Certificate from your previous employer.
• Domicile: You should be a resident of Chhattisgarh, preferably from the same or a nearby district where the FLC is located.

Age Limit

• Minimum age: 45 years
• Maximum age: 65 years
• You must also be in good health.
• Age calculated as on 01 January 2026.

Salary

• Monthly salary: Rs. 25,000 per month (fixed contract pay).
• Conveyance allowance: Rs. 1,000 per month (includes mobile expenses).
• No other benefits, charges, or allowances will be paid beyond this amount.
• If the bank provides a vehicle, no diem allowance or travel reimbursement will be given.
• You will get 15 days leave per year (maximum 2 days per month).

Application Fee

• No application fee -- applying for this post is completely free for all categories.

Selection Process (No Written Exam)

There is no written test for this recruitment. Selection will happen in one stage:

1. Personal Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be called for a personal interview. The bank will evaluate your experience, banking knowledge, communication skills, and suitability for the FLC Counsellor role. The bank's decision on selection will be final.

Note: Simply submitting an application and meeting the eligibility criteria does not guarantee an interview call. The management reserves the right to shortlist candidates at their discretion.

How to Apply

1. Download the application form (Annexure-A) from the Central Bank of India website at centralbank.bank.in.
2. Fill in the application form completely with all required details.
3. Attach self-attested copies of all supporting documents (educational certificates, experience letters, service certificate, age proof, identity proof, and passport-size photographs).
4. Write on the envelope: "Application for the post of Counsellor of FLC on contract basis".
5. Send the application by Speed Post or Registered Post to: Agriculture & Social Banking Dept., Central Bank of India, Regional Office Ambikapur, Dhanjal Complex near Govt Polytechnic College, Ambikapur, Surguja, Chhattisgarh - 497001.
6. You can also drop your application in the Letter Box kept at the Central Bank of India Regional Office, Ambikapur.
7. Make sure your application reaches before 20 April 2026. Late or incomplete applications will be rejected.

Important Dates

• Notification Date: February 2026
• Original Last Date: 20 March 2026
• Extended Last Date to Submit Application: 20 April 2026
• Interview Date: To be announced

• Manage the day-to-day operations and overall functioning of the Financial Literacy Centre (FLC)
• Conduct financial literacy camps and awareness programs in villages and rural areas of the assigned district
• Educate rural communities about banking products, government schemes, and financial planning basics
• Guide people on opening bank accounts, using digital payment methods, and accessing credit facilities
• Prepare monthly and quarterly reports on FLC activities and submit them to the Regional Office
• Coordinate with the district administration, local banks, and self-help groups for financial inclusion activities
• Maintain proper records of all counselling sessions, camps conducted, and beneficiaries covered