📋 Complete Advertisement & Guidelines
- Recruiting Body: Indian Bank (A Government of India Undertaking), Corporate Office, Chennai
- Advt No: Not Stated
- Total Posts: 8 (Provisional)
- Post Names: Assistant Vice President – AI Product Manager (2), Vice President – AI Engineer/AI Architect (1), Deputy Vice President – AI Engineer/AI Architect (1), Assistant Vice President – AI Engineer/AI Architect (3), Assistant Vice President – Responsible AI Officer (1)
- Employment Nature: Fixed Term Employment (Contractual) – Initial 3 years, extendable up to 5 years; not a permanent cadre appointment
- Application Mode: Offline (Prescribed Annexure-A format, sent by post to Corporate Office, Chennai)
- Last Date to Reach: 01 December 2026
- Venue / Address: Chief General Manager (CDO & CLO), Indian Bank, Corporate Office, HRM Department, Recruitment Section, 254-260, Avvai Shanmugam Salai, Royapettah, Chennai – 600014, Tamil Nadu
- Application Fee: Rs 175/- (SC/ST/PwBD) | Rs 1000/- (All Other Candidates), inclusive of GST
- Selection: Application Scrutiny by Screening Committee and Interview by Selection Committee
Post-Wise Vacancy & Pay Scale
Indian Bank has notified 8 provisional vacancies across 5 post codes for its AI Cell. The vacancy count, including reserved vacancies, is provisional and may vary as per the Bank's actual requirement. Remuneration is negotiable and not a limiting factor for deserving candidates.
| Post Code | Post Designation | Vacancies | Age Limit (01.11.2026) | Monthly Remuneration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Assistant Vice President – AI Product Manager (Business & Use-Case Leadership) | 2 | 28–35 years | Negotiable |
| 02 | Vice President – AI Engineer / AI Architect | 1 | 35–45 years | Negotiable |
| 03 | Deputy Vice President – AI Engineer / AI Architect | 1 | 30–40 years | Negotiable |
| 04 | Assistant Vice President – AI Engineer / AI Architect | 3 | 28–35 years | Negotiable |
| 05 | Assistant Vice President – Responsible AI Officer | 1 | 28–35 years | Negotiable |
| Total | 8 | |||
Age Relaxation: SC/ST – 5 years | OBC (NCL) – 3 years | PwBD – 10 years | Ex-Servicemen (with 5 years military service) – 5 years | 1984 Riot Affected – 5 years. EWS vacancies are tentative. There is no reservation for Ex-servicemen in Officers' Cadre.
Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification
All qualifications must be from a University/Institution/Board recognised by the Government of India or approved by Government Regulatory Bodies. Certificates must be valid as on 01.11.2026. No equivalent qualification will be considered.
Post Code 01: Assistant Vice President – AI Product Manager
- Education (mandatory): Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Technology/Data Science, OR MBA/PGDM/M.Tech/M.Sc/MCA/MS in AI/Machine Learning/Data Science/Analytics/Statistics
- Certification (any one mandatory): AI for Business / GenAI for Business Leaders; Product Management or Digital Transformation certifications; BFSI domain certifications
- Experience (mandatory): Minimum 5 years post-qualification experience in Public Sector/Private/Foreign Bank or BFSI vertical of IT/Analytics Firm, of which at least 1 year in AI/GenAI use cases, Agentic AI concepts, or digital transformation
- Desirable: Executive programs in AI/Digital Strategy; full product delivery lifecycle experience; stakeholder management across business, IT, risk, compliance
Post Codes 02, 03, 04: Vice President / Deputy Vice President / Assistant Vice President – AI Engineer / AI Architect
- Education (mandatory): Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Computer Science/IT/Data Science, OR Master's (MTech/MCA/MS) in AI/ML/Data Science/Analytics
- Certification (any two mandatory from): Core AI/GenAI (LLM, ML/DL, NLP/RAG); Cloud & Platform (AWS/Azure/GCP solution architect, Kubernetes, MLOps); Security & Enterprise Readiness (Secure AI, API security, Data Privacy)
- Experience (Post Code 02 – VP): Minimum 10 years post-qualification experience; at least 6 years in enterprise architecture in Banking domain, API integration, secure AI deployment, Cloud solutions (including 1 year AI solutions on cloud)
- Experience (Post Code 03 – DVP): Minimum 7 years post-qualification experience; at least 4 years in enterprise architecture in Banking domain, API integration, secure AI deployment, Cloud solutions (including 1 year AI solutions on cloud)
- Experience (Post Code 04 – AVP): Minimum 5 years post-qualification experience; at least 2 years in implementing enterprise architecture in Banking domain, API integration, secure AI deployment, Cloud solutions (including 1 year AI solutions on cloud)
- Desirable: Hands-on GenAI/LLM platforms; Agentic AI architectures; RAG frameworks; API integration with core banking; MLOps/LLMOps; data privacy and cloud/on-prem hybrid experience common to BFSI
Post Code 05: Assistant Vice President – Responsible AI Officer
- Education (mandatory): Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Technology/Law, OR Chartered Accountant (Member of ICAI)
- Certification (any two mandatory from): Risk & Audit (CISA/CISM/CRISC, Internal Audit, ERM, RAI/GARP, AIGP, ISO 42001); AI Governance & Ethics (Responsible AI, AI Risk Management, Bias & Ethics); Security & Compliance (Information Security, Data Privacy)
- Experience (mandatory): Minimum 5 years post-qualification experience in Public Sector/Private/Foreign Bank or Analytics Firm; at least 2 years in risk management, audit, and governance framework in BFSI sector
- Desirable: Executive programs in MBA/M.Tech/MS (Risk/Finance)/LLM; AI risk management and governance experience; auditability, explainability, traceability of AI systems; bias detection and ethical AI controls
Selection Process & Screening Clause
- Application Scrutiny: A Screening Committee will scrutinise all applications received. Only candidates fulfilling the prescribed eligibility criteria will be shortlisted.
- Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview by a Selection Committee. Call letters will be sent by email.
- Conditional Written Test / GD / Preliminary Interview: If the number of applicants is substantially large, the Bank may adopt a Written Test, Group Discussion, or Preliminary Interview process, or a combination thereof.
- Original certificates for qualifications, certifications, experience, age, and category must be produced at the time of interview.
- TA/DA will not be paid for appearing in the interview.
Required Documents & Instructions for Candidates
- Fill the application in the prescribed Annexure-A format, ticking the relevant post applied for. Paste a recent passport-size colour photograph, sign across it, and sign at the bottom of all pages.
- Pay the application fee to: Account Name – Indian Bank Recruitment Fee Collection Account, Account No. 7422772966, Indian Bank Royapettah Branch, IFSC Code IDIB000R021. Write the Reference/UTR Number on the application form. Separate application and fee for each post.
- Enclose self-attested photocopies of all documents listed in the checklist below.
- Place the application in a closed envelope super-scribed: "Application for the post of AI – Specialist Officers for AI Cell on Contractual Basis – 2026".
- Send to: Chief General Manager (CDO & CLO), Indian Bank, Corporate Office, HRM Department, Recruitment Section, 254-260, Avvai Shanmugam Salai, Royapettah, Chennai, Pin – 600014, Tamil Nadu
- Application must reach on or before 01 December 2026. Late applications will be summarily rejected.
- An advance signed and scanned copy may be emailed to [email protected] (advance copy does not replace postal submission).
Document Checklist
- Proof of Date of Birth (SSC / Matriculation Certificate / Birth Certificate)
- Mark Sheets and Passing Certificates of all Educational, Technical / Professional Qualifications and Certifications
- Experience Certificates specifying designation, job profile, period of service with specific dates, emoluments, and activity profile
- Valid Category / Caste Certificate in Central Government format (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS/PwBD), issued by competent authority
- OBC (NCL) Certificate issued on or after 01 April 2026 (if applicable)
- EWS Income & Asset Certificate for FY 2025-26 (if applicable)
- NO Objection Certificate from current employer (Govt./Quasi-Govt./PSU employees)
- Photo ID Proof (Aadhaar/Voter ID/PAN) and Address Proof
- Recent passport-size colour photographs (one pasted and signed across on application form)
Key Contractual Terms
- Engagement Period: Fixed Term Employment (FTE) for initial 3 years, extendable up to 5 years, renewed yearly subject to performance review.
- Leave: 30 days per calendar year on pro-rata basis; no carry-forward, no encashment.
- Place of Work: Chennai or as decided by the Bank.
- Termination: Either party may terminate with 3 months' notice or 3 months' fixed compensation in lieu thereof, at the Bank's sole discretion.
- This engagement is governed by contract and is not a regular permanent employment in the Bank. It ends automatically upon completion of the contractual period.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to submit the Indian Bank AI Specialist Officers application?
The application must physically reach Indian Bank's Corporate Office in Chennai on or before 01 December 2026. Applications received after this date will be summarily rejected without exception.
How do I apply for Indian Bank AI Specialist Officers 2026 – online or offline?
The application mode is offline only. Candidates must fill the prescribed Annexure-A application form, pay the fee via NEFT/RTGS/UPI/Internet Banking, and send the completed form by post to: Chief General Manager (CDO & CLO), Indian Bank, Corporate Office, HRM Department, Recruitment Section, 254-260, Avvai Shanmugam Salai, Royapettah, Chennai – 600014, Tamil Nadu.
What is the application fee for Indian Bank AI Specialist Officers Recruitment?
The fee is Rs 175/- (inclusive of GST) for SC/ST/PwBD candidates and Rs 1000/- (inclusive of GST) for all other candidates. The fee is non-refundable. A separate application and fee payment is required for each post applied for.
Is this a permanent Indian Bank job?
No. This is a Fixed Term Employment (contractual) engagement for an initial period of 3 years, extendable up to 5 years, subject to annual performance review. It is not a regular permanent appointment in the Bank's sanctioned cadre and does not confer government job security or lifetime pension.
What is the salary for Indian Bank AI Specialist Officers?
The notification states that remuneration and perquisites are negotiable and are not a limiting factor for deserving candidates. No fixed pay band is specified in the advertisement.
What is the selection process for Indian Bank AI Specialist Officers 2026?
Selection is through (1) Scrutiny of applications by a Screening Committee and (2) Interview by a Selection Committee. If the number of applicants is substantially large, a Written Test, Group Discussion, or Preliminary Interview may be conducted. Only eligible and shortlisted candidates will be informed by email.
Where can I download the official Indian Bank AI Specialist Officers notification?
The complete notification, eligibility criteria, job profiles, and terms are available in the official PDF published on Indian Bank's website: Download Indian Bank AI Specialist Officers Official Notification PDF. All further announcements will be published only on the Bank's career page at www.indianbank.bank.in.