Updated 05 February 2026 01:33 PM
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State Bank of India (SBI) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 257 FLC Counsellor, FLC Director Posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply Online through the official SBI website. The last date to submit the application form is 26-02-2026. In this article, you’ll find the SBI FLC Counsellor, FLC Director Posts recruitment details, including eligibility criteria, age limit, salary structure, selection process, application steps, and direct links to the official notification and Online application form.
SBI FLC Recruitment 2026 – Overview
Vacancy Details
Eligibility Criteria
- FLC Counsellor: Retired officers from SBI / other PSBs / RRBs (Scale I to IV). Retired clerical staff of SBI may be considered if officers are not available.
- FLC Director: Retired officers from SBI / other PSBs / RRBs who retired in Scale III or IV.
- Proficiency in local language and working knowledge of computers is mandatory.
- Candidate must possess a smart mobile phone.
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 60 Years
- Maximum Age: 63 Years (as on 31 January 2026)
- No age relaxation applicable
Monthly Remuneration
Selection Process
- Shortlisting by SBI
- Interview (100 Marks)
- Final merit list based on interview marks
Important Dates
How to Apply
- Visit SBI Careers website
- Register and fill online application form
- Upload required documents
- Submit application before last date
SBI FLC Counsellor, FLC Director Important Links
SBI FLC Counsellor and Director Online Form 2026 – FAQS
Q1. What is SBI FLC Counsellors and Directors Recruitment 2026?
SBI FLC Recruitment 2026 is a contractual engagement drive by State Bank of India to hire retired bank officials as Financial Literacy Counsellors and FLC Directors to conduct financial awareness programs across India.
Q2. How many vacancies are available in SBI FLC Recruitment 2026?
A total of 257 vacancies have been announced, including 246 posts for FLC Counsellors and 11 posts for FLC Directors, distributed circle-wise across SBI offices and Financial Literacy Centres.
Q3. Who is eligible to apply for SBI FLC Counsellor posts?
Retired officers from SBI, other Public Sector Banks, or RRBs who retired in Scale I to IV are eligible. Retired clerical staff of SBI may also be considered if sufficient officers are not available.
Q4. What is the eligibility for SBI FLC Director posts?
Candidates must be retired officers from SBI or other PSBs/RRBs who retired in Scale III or Scale IV, with experience in banking operations and ability to manage Financial Literacy Centres.
Q5. What is the age limit for SBI FLC Recruitment 2026?
Applicants must be between 60 and 63 years of age as on 31 January 2026. No age relaxation is provided for any category under this recruitment.
Q6. What is the salary for SBI FLC Counsellors and Directors?
Monthly remuneration ranges from ₹30,000 to ₹50,000, depending on the grade at the time of retirement. The pay is fixed, consolidated, and paid without affecting pension benefits.
Q7. What is the contract period under SBI FLC Recruitment 2026?
The engagement is initially up to two years, extendable by one additional year, subject to performance review or till the candidate attains 65 years of age, whichever is earlier.
Q8. What is the selection process for SBI FLC Counsellors and Directors?
Selection is based on shortlisting by SBI followed by an interview. The interview carries 100 marks, and final merit is prepared circle-wise based on interview performance only.
Q9. Is there any application fee for SBI FLC Recruitment 2026?
No application fee is mentioned in the notification. Candidates can apply online without paying any registration or examination fee for SBI FLC Counsellor and Director posts.
Q10. How and where can candidates apply for SBI FLC Recruitment 2026?
Eligible candidates must apply online through the SBI Careers portal at sbi.bank.in under current openings between 05 February 2026 and 26 February 2026. No offline applications are accepted.
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