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Banking Officer

Banking Officers (Probationary Officers) manage customer accounts, process loans, handle transactions, and oversee financial operations at public and private sector banks across India. Entry is through competitive exams like IBPS PO and SBI PO after completing any graduate degree with 60% aggregate. The role offers strong job security, structured promotions, and pan-India postings.

Salary range
₹6–30 LPA
Job growth
high
Work type
Office
Paths to entry
3 routes

Actions for your grade

  • Score well in Maths and Social Science to build a strong commerce foundation
  • Read about IBPS PO and SBI PO exam patterns and eligibility criteria
  • Start a habit of reading newspapers for current affairs and financial news

Your complete path from Grade 10 to Banking Officer

Every step you need — from now to your first job.

Commerce Graduate Route
Commerce

Appear for IBPS PO or SBI PO after graduation; 60% aggregate in graduation typically required for eligibility.

  1. Now
    Commerce Stream
  2. Exams
    CUET UG
  3. Degree
    B.Com / BBA (3 years)
  4. Colleges
    Srcc Delhi · Christ University Bangalore · Hindu College Delhi
  5. Career
    Banking Officer
Any Graduate Route
Any Stream

IBPS PO and SBI PO are open to graduates from any discipline; strong quantitative aptitude is essential.

  1. Now
    Any Stream Stream
  2. Exams
    CUET UG
  3. Degree
    BA Economics / BSc / BA (3 years)
  4. Colleges
    Hindu College Delhi · Loyola College Chennai · Fergusson College Pune
  5. Career
    Banking Officer
CA + Banking Specialist Route
Commerce

CA background fast-tracks entry into credit, treasury, and specialist officer roles at banks.

  1. Now
    Commerce Stream
  2. Exams
    CA Foundation
  3. Degree
    CA Intermediate + B.Com (concurrent, 3-4 years)
  4. Colleges
    Srcc Delhi · Symbiosis College Pune · Narsee Monjee College Mumbai
  5. Career
    Banking Officer

Entrance exams

ExamEligibilityDifficultyWindow
CUET UG
NTA
Class 12 (any stream)MediumMay-Jun
CA Foundation
ICAI
Class 12 passHardJun & Dec

Where to Study

Institutes known to offer this career pathway in India.

Srcc Delhi
Christ University Bangalore
Hindu College Delhi
St Xaviers College Mumbai
Loyola Chennai
Loyola College, Chennai
AutonomousChennai, Tamil Nadu
Merit (12th marks)
Fergusson College Pune
Miranda House Delhi
Presidency College Chennai
Symbiosis College Pune
Narsee Monjee College Mumbai
Recommendations only — verify eligibility, seat availability, and admission rules from official portals before applying.