Bank Jobs Maharashtra 2026 — Complete Guide (IBPS, SBI, Bank of Maharashtra)
📅 Last Updated: August 2026 | 🏢 MahaJobPortal Editorial Team
Banking sector offers some of the most sought-after government-sector jobs in Maharashtra. This guide covers everything about IBPS, SBI, and Bank of Maharashtra recruitment — eligibility, exam pattern, salary scale, and how to apply for Clerk, PO, and SO posts.
Q1.Which banks recruit candidates in Maharashtra 2026?
Major banks recruiting in Maharashtra 2026: 1) SBI (State Bank of India) — Clerk (Junior Associate), PO (Probationary Officer), Specialist Officer (SO). 2) IBPS — Conducts common exam for Clerk and PO posts in 11 nationalized banks including Bank of India, Union Bank, Punjab National Bank. 3) Bank of Maharashtra (BOM) — Headquartered in Pune, recruits Clerk and Officer posts separately. 4) Reserve Bank of India (RBI) — Grade B Officer, Assistant, Office Attendant. 5) Maharashtra District Central Cooperative Banks — Each district has its own cooperative bank with separate recruitment.
Q2.What is the eligibility for bank jobs (IBPS Clerk / PO)?
IBPS Clerk eligibility 2026: Education: Bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognized university (minimum 45% marks for SC/ST). Age: 20–28 years. Nationality: Indian citizen. Computer literacy: Basic computer knowledge preferred. Language: Proficiency in local language (Marathi for Maharashtra). IBPS PO eligibility: Bachelor's degree (any discipline). Age: 20–30 years. SBI PO: Bachelor's degree. Age: 21–30 years. SBI Clerk: 12th pass. Age: 20–28 years.
Q3.What is the salary for IBPS Clerk, SBI Clerk, and Bank PO?
Bank job salaries 2026: IBPS Clerk: Starting basic pay ₹19,900/month. Total emoluments (with DA, HRA, CCA, special allowance): ₹26,000 – ₹30,000/month. SBI Clerk (Junior Associate): ₹26,000 – ₹32,000/month (total). IBPS PO: Starting basic pay ₹36,000/month. Total emoluments: ₹52,000 – ₹58,000/month. SBI PO: ₹36,000 basic. Total ₹60,000 – ₹70,000/month. Bank of Maharashtra Clerk: Similar to IBPS Clerk. Bank of Maharashtra Officer: Similar to IBPS PO. Additional benefits: Medical insurance, leave encashment, home loan at concessional rates, LFC (Leave Fare Concession).
Q4.What is the IBPS exam pattern for Clerk and PO?
IBPS Clerk exam pattern: Prelims (qualifying): English (30Q/30M), Numerical Ability (35Q/35M), Reasoning (35Q/35M) — 60 min total. Mains: General/Financial Awareness, English, Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning/Computer, 45 min each — Total 190Q/190M. Language test: Marathi language test for Maharashtra state applicants. IBPS PO exam pattern: Prelims: English (30Q), Quantitative Aptitude (35Q), Reasoning (35Q) — 60 min. Mains (Objective): Reasoning/Computer (45Q), English (35Q), Data Analysis (35Q), General Economy (40Q). Mains (Descriptive): Letter and Essay writing — 30 min. Interview: 100 marks (for PO).
Q5.How to apply for IBPS bank jobs 2026?
Steps to apply for IBPS bank jobs: 1) Visit the official IBPS portal: ibps.in. 2) Click on the relevant notification (CRP-Clerk, CRP-PO/MT). 3) Register with a valid email ID and mobile number. 4) Fill the online application form — enter personal, education, work experience details. 5) Upload photograph (4.5 x 3.5 cm, 20–50 KB, JPEG) and signature (3.5 x 1.5 cm, 10–20 KB, JPEG). 6) Pay fee: General ₹850, SC/ST/PwD ₹175 (for PO). 7) Submit and print application. Admit card is downloaded from ibps.in before the exam. Stay updated on MahaJobPortal for IBPS and SBI 2026 notifications.
Q6.What are Maharashtra cooperative bank jobs?
Maharashtra District Central Cooperative Banks (DCCBs) recruit separately for Clerk, Officer, and other posts. Key cooperative banks in Maharashtra: Nashik District Central Cooperative Bank, Pune District Central Cooperative Bank, Kolhapur District Central Cooperative Bank, Jalgaon Peoples Cooperative Bank, Saraswat Cooperative Bank, Abhyudaya Cooperative Bank, Maharashtra State Cooperative Bank. Eligibility: Usually 12th pass (for Clerk) or Graduation (for Officer). Age: 18–35 years typically. These exams are conducted by IBPS or the bank directly. Check MahaJobPortal for cooperative bank recruitment notifications.