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Federal Bank Associate Officer Recruitment 2026

Federal Bank Limited
💰 Pay Scale I - Basic Pay Rs. 48,480 to Rs. 85,920 per month 📍 Kerala 👁️ 38 views

📅 Important Dates

Application Start Date
Application End Date 10 May 2026
Exam Date

📋 Vacancy & Pay Details

Total Vacancies
Category-wise Vacancies

Federal Bank has invited applications for the position of Associate Officer (Scale I) under the Sales and Client Acquisition vertical. The total number of vacancies will be specified in the official notification PDF. Interested candidates from UR, OBC, SC, ST, and EWS categories should monitor the official careers page at federalbank.co.in for vacancy updates and category-wise breakup details.

Pay Scale Pay Scale I - Basic Pay Rs. 48,480 to Rs. 85,920 per month
Pay Grade / Level Scale I Officer
Location Kerala
Department Federal Bank Limited

✅ Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

Applicants must hold a Graduate degree from a University recognised by UGC or AICTE. A minimum of 50% aggregate marks is compulsory in all three levels - Class X (Matriculation), Class XII or Diploma equivalent, and the Graduation programme. Candidates whose final results are still awaited are not eligible. The 50% criterion must be met at each educational level independently.

Age Limit 23 – 27 years
Age Relaxation

SC/ST candidates are eligible for 5 years of upper age relaxation as per Reserve Bank of India and Government of India guidelines. PwD candidates will receive age relaxation as applicable under the Persons with Disabilities Act. Other categories such as Ex-Servicemen will be given relaxation as per Government of India norms applicable at the time of recruitment.

Nationality Indian

💳 Application Fee

General / OBC ₹500
SC / ST / PH ₹125
Payment Mode Online - Debit Card, Credit Card, UPI, Internet Banking (GST applicable separately)

🏆 Selection Process

  1. Virtual Group Discussion (VGD): Conducted digitally via Microsoft Teams platform to evaluate candidates on communication skills, team collaboration, and confidence under group settings
  2. Online Aptitude Test: A proctored online test assessing candidates on quantitative aptitude, logical reasoning, and English language ability
  3. Personal Interview: A structured one-on-one interview with Federal Bank's selection panel to evaluate personality, subject awareness, and career fit

Candidates must clear each stage to progress to the next. The final merit list is prepared based on combined performance across all three stages.

📝 How to Apply

  1. Visit the official Federal Bank website at federalbank.co.in and navigate to the Careers section
  2. Find the Associate Officer 2026 recruitment notification and read the official notification PDF carefully before applying
  3. Click the Apply Online link and complete a one-time registration using your active email address and mobile number
  4. Log in with your credentials and fill the application form with accurate personal, educational, and professional information
  5. Upload scanned copies of your recent passport-size photograph, signature, and relevant educational documents in the specified format and file size
  6. Proceed to the payment section and pay the application fee (Rs. 500 for General/OBC or Rs. 125 for SC/ST plus applicable GST) using any online payment method
  7. Review all details before clicking Submit and save or print the final confirmation page for future reference and admit card download

📁 Required Documents

  • Valid government-issued photo ID proof (Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Passport, or Voter ID)
  • Recent passport-size photograph in JPEG format meeting the specified dimensions
  • Scanned signature in JPEG format as per notification guidelines
  • Class X (SSC/Matriculation) Marksheet and Passing Certificate
  • Class XII or Diploma Marksheet and Certificate
  • All semester or year-wise Marksheets of the Graduation programme
  • Graduation Degree Certificate or Provisional Degree Certificate
  • Caste Certificate issued by a competent authority (for SC/ST/OBC candidates only)
  • PwD Certificate from an authorised medical board (if applicable)

📊 Exam Pattern

Federal Bank does not conduct a traditional pen-and-paper written examination. The Associate Officer selection is structured as a three-stage process:

  • Stage 1 - Virtual Group Discussion (VGD): Group-based discussion held digitally on Microsoft Teams; assesses communication ability, group behaviour, and leadership potential
  • Stage 2 - Aptitude Test: Online assessment covering Numerical Ability, Logical Reasoning, and Verbal English; time-bound and proctored
  • Stage 3 - Personal Interview: Panel interview conducted by bank officials to assess overall fit for a client-facing sales role

Candidates clearing Stage 1 are invited for Stage 2, and those clearing Stage 2 are called for the final interview.

🔗 Important Links

Apply Online Apply Now →
Official Website 🌐 https://www.federalbank.co.in

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

The last date to submit the online application for Federal Bank Associate Officer Recruitment 2026 is May 10, 2026. Candidates should complete their registration and submission well before the deadline to avoid last-minute technical issues on the portal.

Federal Bank Associate Officers are placed in Pay Scale I with a basic pay range of Rs. 48,480 to Rs. 85,920 per month. The total Cost to Company (CTC) is estimated between Rs. 4.64 Lakhs and Rs. 6.70 Lakhs per annum including all allowances and benefits.

Candidates must have a Graduate degree from a UGC or AICTE recognised university. A minimum of 50% aggregate marks is required at each level - Class X, Class XII or Diploma, and Graduation. The age limit is between 23 and 27 years as on the official cutoff date.

No traditional written exam is held. The selection process includes a Virtual Group Discussion conducted via Microsoft Teams, an online Aptitude Test, and a Personal Interview. Each stage must be cleared to advance to the next round.

General and OBC candidates must pay Rs. 500 plus applicable GST. SC and ST candidates are required to pay Rs. 125 plus GST. Fee payment is done online via Debit Card, Credit Card, UPI, or Internet Banking on the official application portal.

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Quick Summary
Post Name
Federal Bank Associate Officer Recruitment 2026
Vacancies
Last Date
10 May 2026
Pay Scale
Pay Scale I - Basic Pay Rs. 48,480 to Rs. 85,920 per month
Category
Banking
Status
Active