The Small Industries Development Bank of India has issued its SIDBI IT notification (Advertisement No. 03/Grade ‘A’ & ‘B’/2025-26), inviting applications for Manager Grade B (IT Stream) roles.
This drive seeks to fill 7 IT vacancies across four specialist areas: AI/ML Automation, Full Stack Application Development, Security, and Infrastructure & Network.
Eligible candidates with a Bachelor’s in Engineering/Technology or MCA (60% marks; 55% for SC/ST/PwBD) and at least five years’ IT experience can apply online at www.sidbi.in from 14 July to 11 August 2025.
Key dates include the Phase I objective test on 6 September 2025, Phase II stream-specific tests on 4 October 2025, and interviews in November 2025.
Selected Manager Grade B (IT) officers will draw a starting pay scale of ₹55,200–99,750 with gross emoluments of around ₹1,15,000 per month, plus allowances (DA, Grade, Special, LCA) and benefits under the New Pension Scheme and other SIDBI perks.
SIDBI Grade B Manager IT Exam Highlights 2025
| Conducting Authority | SIDBI |
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| Official Website | www.sidbi.in/en |
| Post Name | Manager Grade ‘B’ – (IT) |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Stages of Exam |
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| Maximum Marks & Time Duration |
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| Online Registration and Payment of Online Fees/ Intimation Charges 2025 | July 14, 2025 to August 11, 2025 |
| Cut- off date for determining Eligibility Criteria with regard to age | July 14, 2025 |
| Cut-off date for determining Eligibility Criteria with regard to educational qualification / Post qualification Experience | August 11, 2025 |
| SIDBI Grade B IT Phase 1 Exam Dates (Tentative) | September 06, 2025 |
| SIDBI Grade B IT Phase 2 Exam Dates (Tentative) | October 04, 2025 |
| SIDBI Grade B IT Interview Dates | November 2025 |
| No. of Vacancies | 7 |
| SIDBI Grade B IT Official Notification 2025 | |
SIDBI IT Exam Pattern
Phase I (Online Objective Test)
- 200 marks, 120 minutes, bilingual (English & Hindi)
- Seven sections:
- English Language
- Reasoning Aptitude
- Quantitative Aptitude
- Computer Knowledge
- General Awareness (Banking & Economic Issues)
- MSME Framework
- Stream-Specific Test for IT (50 questions)
| Name of Test | Type of Test | No. of Questions | Marks | Duration | Language |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| English Language | Objective | 30 | 30 | 120 minutes | Bilingual i.e., Hindi and English (except test of English language) |
| Reasoning Aptitude | Objective | 25 | 25 | ||
| Quantitative Aptitude | Objective | 25 | 25 | ||
| Computer Knowledge | Objective | 20 | 20 | ||
| General Awareness (With special reference to Banking and Financial Sector and Economic and Social Issues) | Objective | 20 | 20 | ||
| MSMEs: Policy, Regulatory and Legal Framework; Finance and Management (with focus on MSME). | Objective | 30 | 30 | ||
| Stream Specific Test | Objective | 50 | 50 | ||
| Total | 200 | 200 | 120 minutes | ||
Phase II (Manager Grade B – IT Stream)
- Paper I – English Language:
- 3 descriptive questions (essay, précis, comprehension, correspondence)
- 75 marks, 75 minutes, answers to be typed online
- Paper II – IT Domain Knowledge:
- Objective Test: 50 questions, 75 marks, 60 minutes
- Topics: Software fundamentals, data structures, programming (C/C++/Java/Python), networking, security, AI/ML, big data, IoT, cyber-security, system design, APIs, etc.
- Descriptive Test: 10 questions (attempt any 4: 2×15 marks, 2×10 marks), 50 marks, 75 minutes
| Paper | Name of Test | Type of Test | No. of Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper 1 | English Language- Essay, Precis and Letter Writing | Online Descriptive - Answers to be typed using keyboard | 3 | 75 | 75 minutes |
| Paper 2 | MSMEs: Policy, Regulatory and Legal Framework; Finance and Management (with focus on MSME), MSME financing (Due Diligence/ KYC, Financial ratios, Assessment of Term Loan / Working Capital, Documentary credit etc.), NPA and recovery including IRAC norms, NBFC Financing, Credit risk assessment etc. Questions related to Investment Banking, Merchant Banking, Equity, Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs), Asset Reconstruction Companies (ARCs), Promotion and development of MSMEs in India. Note: The above syllabus is only indicative and not exhaustive. | Online Objective (Bilingual i.e., Hindi and English) | 50 | 75 | 60 minutes |
| Online Descriptive - Answers to be typed using keyboard either in English or Hindi (Remington and Inscript keyboards) | 10 questions will be asked, of which candidates will be required to attempt 4 questions [2 of 15 marks each (with difficulty level) and 2 of 10 marks each] | 50 | 75 minutes |
Phase II Exam Pattern for Manager Grade ‘B’ (IT)
If you are planning to prepare for the SIDBI IT exam, you need to understand the syllabus better. We have provided the same in the table provided below:
| Paper | Name of Test | Type of Test | No. of Questions | Marks | Duration |
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| Paper 1 | English Language- Essay, Precis and Letter Writing | Online Descriptive - Answers to be typed using keyboard | 3 | 75 | 75 minutes |
| Paper 2 | Introduction to Software, Computer Fundamentals, Data Structure, File Structure and programming through ‘C’, ‘C++’, ‘Java’ and ‘Python’, Elements of Systems Analysis and Design, Numerical and Statistical Computing, Data Communication and Networks, Computer Architecture and Network Architecture, Object Oriented Systems, Database Management Systems including RDBMS, Software Engineering, Operating Systems, Management Information Systems, Internet of Things (IoT), Mobile Computing, Design and analysis of Algorithms, Basic of AI, ML and natural language processing, Cyber/IT Security, Big Data Analytics, Data Modelling and Analytics Concept of data visualisation using reporting tools, Data warehousing with analytical capabilities and virtual data management, API usage for cross user interaction and data exchange, application development etc. Note: The above syllabus is only indicative and not exhaustive | Online Objective (Bilingual i.e., Hindi and English) | 50 | 75 | 60 minutes |
| Online Descriptive - Answers to be typed using keyboard either in English or Hindi (Remington and Inscript keyboards) | 10 questions will be asked, of which candidates will be required to attempt 4 questions [2 of 15 marks each (with difficulty level) and 2 of 10 marks each] | 50 | 75 minutes |
Phase III (Psychometric Assessment & Interview)
- 100 marks: Evaluates: Personality, communication, problem-solving, technical fit, and career motivation
- Final selection based on aggregate of Phase II and Interview scores
SIDBI IT Syllabus
The SIDBI IT syllabus for Phase I is common to all applicants. The Qualifying Section covers English Language, Reasoning Aptitude, Quantitative Aptitude, and Computer Knowledge.
| Section | Topics |
|---|---|
| Quantitative Aptitude | Simplification and approximation, Number Series, Quadratic Equation, Number System / HCF & LCM, Ratio and Proportion, Average, Partnership, Ages, Percentage, Profit & Loss, Time, Speed & Distance, Problems on Trains, Boat and Stream, Time & Work / Pipes and Cisterns, Simple and Compound Interest, Mixture & Allegations, Permutation and Combination, Probability, Data Interpretation (DI), Caselet DI and Data Sufficiency |
| English Language | Grammar, Vocabulary, Reading Comprehension, Passage Making, Error Spotting, Jumble Words, Sentence Framing, Fill in the blanks |
| General Awareness (With special reference to Banking Industry) | Monetary Policies, Banking and Financial Awareness, Economic Terms, Current Affairs, Static GK, Financial and Economic News, Government Schemes. Agreement & Deals, Banking Terms- rates & processes, National Institutions |
| Reasoning | Puzzles, Seating Arrangement- Circular, Square & Linear, Data Sufficiency, Directions and Distance, Coding-Decoding, Blood relations, Inequality, Syllogism, Machine input and output, Verbal Reasoning, Ordering and Ranking, Arrangement and Pattern, Scheduling, Distance and Direction, Ranking |
| General, (Grade ‘A’ and ‘B’) | MSME financing (Due Diligence/ KYC, Financial ratios, Assessment of Term Loan / Working Capital, Documentary credit etc.), NPA and recovery including IRAC norms, NBFC Financing, Credit risk assessment |
| Legal (Grade ‘B’) | General Knowledge of Law: Constitutional Law, Administrative Law, Principles of Statutory Interpretation, Contract Act, 1872, Transfer of Property Act,1882, Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881, Registration Act, 1908, Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, Legal Drafting, RDB Act, 1993, SARFAESI, 2002, RTI Act 2005, Limitation Act, 1963, IBC 2013 etc. |
| IT (Grade ‘B’) | Domain Specific knowledge including recent developments in IT Field/ Industry, Technical skill assessment comprising programming and coding, database management, networking and security, AI/ML, system design and architecture etc |
The Merit Section tests General Awareness, MSME policy and legal framework, finance and management with an MSME focus, and basic IT fundamentals.
In Phase II, Paper I focuses on English language skills through descriptive questions. You will write an essay, précis, and comprehension passages, and show your ability in business or office correspondence within 75 minutes.
Phase II Paper II covers the IT domain. The objective test has 50 questions on software fundamentals, programming, networking, security, AI/ML, big data, IoT, system design, and database management in 60 minutes.
The descriptive test has ten questions – answer any four online within 75 minutes.
SIDBI Grade A and B Syllabus: Phase 2 Paper 1 (Manager Grade ‘B’ (IT)
You can get more information on the syllabus for the English Language paper from the table given below. Knowing this will help you prepare for the exam in a more systematic manner.
| Section | Topics |
|---|---|
| English Language | Essay, Précis writing, Comprehension and Business/Office Correspondence. The paper on English shall be framed in a manner to assess the writing skills including expressions and understanding the topic. |
SIDBI Grade A and B Syllabus: Phase 2 Paper 2 (Manager Grade ‘B’ (IT)
You can get more information on the syllabus for theSIDBI IT paper from the table given below. Knowing this will help you prepare for the exam in a more systematic manner.
| Section | Topics |
|---|---|
| IT | Introduction to Software, Computer Fundamentals, Data Structure, File Structure and programming through ‘C’, ‘C++’, ‘Java’ and ‘Python’, Elements of Systems Analysis and Design, Numerical and Statistical Computing, Data Communication and Networks, Computer Architecture and Network Architecture, Object Oriented Systems, Database Management Systems including RDBMS, Software Engineering, Operating Systems, Management Information Systems, Internet of Things (IoT), Mobile Computing, Design and analysis of Algorithms, Basic of AI, ML and |
This SIDBI IT syllabus outline is indicative and not exhaustive. Candidates should also study recent trends and emerging topics in the IT industry to prepare fully.
SIDBI IT Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must be between 25 and 33 years of age as of 14 July 2025 (born between 14 July 1992 and 15 July 2000) to apply for Manager Grade B (IT) positions.
Applicants should hold either a bachelor's degree in engineering or technology in Computer Science, Computer Technology, Information Technology, Electronics, or Electronics & Communications with at least 60% marks (55% for SC/ST/PwBD), or an MCA with the same percentage criteria.
They must have a minimum of five years’ post-qualification experience in IT roles, such as permanent or full-time system/IT officer in All-India Financial Institutions (EXIM Bank, NABARD, NHB, NaBFID, SIDBI), Scheduled Commercial Banks, listed companies, or RBI-registered NBFCs.
Candidates with combined experience across these categories totaling five years are eligible.
Desirable qualifications include industry certifications in AI/ML/Data Science, Full-Stack Application Development, CISSP, CISM, CEH, or ITIL Foundation. These certifications will be preferred during shortlisting.
All educational qualifications must be from institutions recognised by the UGC or approved government regulatory bodies.
Final degree certificates must be submitted at the time of interview or joining, and candidates in their final year must provide provisional certificates to be considered.
SIDBI Grade A/B Eligibility Criteria: Educational Qualification
| Post | Education Qualification | Minimum post qualification work experience |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant Manager Grade ‘A’ General |
(i) Graduation in Commerce/ Economics/ Mathematics / Statistics/ Business Administration/ Engineering with minimum 60% marks (50% for SC/ST/PwBD applicants) OR (ii) Company Secretary (CS) / Certified Management Accountant (CMA/ ICWA)/ Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) OR (iii) Chartered Accountant (CA) OR (iv) MBA/ PGDM [in Any Discipline (the course must be of full time 2 years)] / from a University/ Institution recognized by the University Grant Commission (UGC) / Govt. of India/ approved by Govt. regulatory bodies.
Note: At Graduation Level, candidates having taken any such course from a University/ Institution, recognized by the University Grant Commission (UGC) / Govt. of India/ approved by Govt. regulatory bodies that is taken after Class XII and is at least having 3 years’ duration, will be eligible for admission to the examination, subject to obtaining minimum marks prescribed above. At Post-Graduation Level/ master’s degree, candidates having taken any such course from a University/ Institution, recognized by the University Grant Commission (UGC) / Govt. of India/ approved by Govt. regulatory bodies that is taken after Graduation and is at least having 2 years’ duration will be eligible for admission to the examination.
Note: The Candidates appearing in the final year are also eligible to apply, provided they shall be required to submit the final marksheet and provisional / final post-graduation degree certificate, in original at the time of joining (if selected). |
Only for candidates having educational qualification of (i) Graduation in Commerce/ Economics/ Mathematics / Statistics/ Business Administration/ Engineering with minimum 60% marks (50% for SC/ST/PwBD applicants) OR (ii) Company Secretary (CS) / Certified Management Accountant (CMA/ICWA)/ Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA). Essential: A. At least two years’ experience in credit dispensation in the areas of MSME/Corporate and lending to trading and small commercial loans etc. (experience pertaining to personal loan, educational loan, Vehicle Loan, Housing Loan, etc. would not be considered) as an officer (permanent) in (a) All India Financial Institutions - Export-Import Bank of India (EXIM Bank), National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD), National Housing Bank (NHB), National Bank for Financing Infrastructure and Development (NaBFID) and SIDBI. OR (b) Scheduled Commercial Banks included in the Second Schedule of the RBI Act, 1934 OR (c) NBFCs registered with RBI
Note: Candidates who have combined experience (as at Sl no. (a), (b), and (c) above) of two years are eligible to apply. OR B. Candidates having atleast 2 years’ experience (core functioning) in: i. Entities dealing in Investment Banking / Merchant Banking registered with SEBI OR ii. Entities dealing in Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs) registered with SEBI OR iii. Asset Reconstruction Companies (ARCs) registered with RBI OR iv. Subsidiary of Scheduled Commercial Banks dealing in MSME segment OR v. Project management (viz. administration and implementation of projects/ Schemes of national importance) with consultancy firms of national stature having experience of consulting & project management in similar line for more than 10 years and should have specific experience of consulting/ Project management Government project implementation / Govt. Project management / Digital project related to lending / Consultancy for Govt. Projects. NOTE Minimum post qualification work experience criteria are not required, for candidates having educational qualification as indicated at Sr No. (iii) & (iv). |
| Manager Grade ‘B’ General |
Graduation in any discipline /Equivalent technical or professional qualification with minimum 60% marks (50% for SC/ST/PwBD applicants) OR Post-Graduation in any discipline / Equivalent technical or professional qualification with minimum 55% marks (pass marks for SC/ST/PwBD applicants) in aggregate of all semesters / years. Note: At Graduation Level, candidates having taken any such course from a University/ Institution, recognized by the University Grant Commission (UGC) / Govt. of India/ approved by Govt. regulatory bodies that is taken after Class XII and is at least having 3 years’ duration, will be eligible for admission to the examination, subject to obtaining minimum marks prescribed above. At Post-Graduation Level/ master’s degree, candidates having taken any such course from a University/ Institution, recognized by the University Grant Commission (UGC) / Govt. of India/ approved by Govt. regulatory bodies that is taken after Graduation and is at least having 2 years’ duration will be eligible for admission to the examination, subject to obtaining minimum marks prescribed above. |
Essential: At least Five years’ experience as an officer (permanent) in: (a) Reserve Bank of India (RBI), Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI). OR (b) All India Financial Institutions - Export-Import Bank of India (EXIM Bank), National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD), National Housing Bank (NHB), National Bank for Financing Infrastructure and Development (NaBFID) and SIDBI. OR (c) Scheduled Commercial Banks included in the Second Schedule of the RBI Act, 1934 OR (d) NBFCs registered with RBI Note: Candidates having combined experience (as at Sl no. (a), (b), (c) and (d) above) of Five years are eligible to apply. Desirable: - Preferably passed JAIIB & CAIIB examination conducted by Indian Institute of Banking & Finance (IIBF). |
| Manager Grade ‘B’ Legal |
Essential: Bachelor’s degree in law from any University/ Institution, recognized by the University Grant Commission (UGC) / Govt. of India/ approved by Govt. regulatory bodies with a minimum of 50% (45% for SC/ST and PwBD candidates, if vacancies are reserved for them) marks or equivalent in the aggregate of all semesters/years and enrolled as an advocate with the Bar Council of India. Desirable: (a) The candidates who possess Master’s Degree in Law / Company Secretary (CS) Qualified will be preferred. (b) Proficiency in computer applications. |
Essential: At least Five years’ work experience, post bachelor’s degree in law, as a Law Officer [permanent / on full time direct contract (not outsourced)] in the Legal Department of: (a) Reserve Bank of India (RBI), Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) OR (b) Any All-India Financial Institution like - Export-Import Bank of India (EXIM Bank), National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD), National Housing Bank (NHB), National Bank for Financing Infrastructure and Development (NaBFID) and SIDBI. OR (c) Scheduled Commercial Banks included in the Second Schedule of the RBI Act, 1934. OR (d) Central Public Sector Enterprises (CPSEs) OR (e) NBFCs registered with RBI Note: Candidates who have combined experience (as at Sl no. (a), (b), (c), (d) and (e) above) of five years are eligible to apply. Desirable: Special knowledge of Banking Law, Company Law, Labour Law, Constitutional Law, Recovery, Insolvency & Bankruptcy Laws, Property and Revenue matters etc. and experience in drafting of pleadings and documents |
| Manager Grade ‘B’ Information Technology (IT) (skill setAI/ML Automation / Full Stack Application Development / Security / Infrastructure and Network |
Essential: Bachelor’s degree in engineering / technology in Computer Science/ Computer Technology/ Information Technology/ Electronics/ Electronics & Communications from a University/ Institution, recognized by the University Grant Commission (UGC) / Govt. of India/ approved by Govt. regulatory bodies with 60% marks (SC/ST/PWBD applicants 55%) in aggregate. OR MCA from a University/ Institution, recognized by the University Grant Commission (UGC) / Govt. of India/ approved by Govt. regulatory bodies with 60% marks (SC/ST/PWBD applicants 55%) in aggregate. Desirable: The candidates who possess following relevant industry certifications in will be preferred: AI / ML / Data Science OR Full Stack Application Development OR Certifications CISSP, CISM, CEH, or equivalent OR ITIL Foundation Certified in Service Management |
Essential: At least Five years’ experience in Information Technology as an IT/ System officer [permanent / on full time direct contract (not outsourced)] in (a) All India Financial Institution - Export-Import Bank of India (EXIM Bank), National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD), National Housing Bank (NHB), National Bank for Financing Infrastructure and Development (NaBFID) and SIDBI. OR (b) Scheduled Commercial Banks included in the Second Schedule of the RBI Act, 1934. OR (c) Listed Companies. OR (d) NBFCs registered with RBI Note: Candidates having combined experience (as at Sl no. (a), (b), (c) and (d) above) of five years are eligible to apply. Out of the five years’ experience mentioned above: At least 2 years’ experience shall be in AI/ML Solutions with hands-on experience in development of ML/ Deep Learning algorithms and At Least 2 years’ experience shall be in Python, R programming. OR - At least 2 years’ experience shall be in web application development and - At Least 2 years’ experience shall be in RDBMS, SQL and PL SQL programming. OR - 5 years of experience with IT Security Management. OR - 5 years of experience in IT Infrastructure and Network Management. Desirable: Exposure of working in Remote process automation tools. OR - Exposure of working in UI Skills. OR - Experience in designing, implementing, and managing enterprise-level security solutions. Experience of working with diverse teams and stakeholders to implement security measures. OR - Experience in designing, implementing and managing Network, Virtualization/ Cloud and storage technologies. - Experience with infrastructure design principles ensuring high availability, |
SIDBI Grade A/B Eligibility Criteria: Age Limit (As on July 14, 2025)
| Post | Age Limit ( as on July 14, 2025) |
|---|---|
| For officers in Grade ‘A’ | Not below 21 years and not exceeding 30 years. (Candidates born not earlier than 14.07.1995 and not later than 15.07.2004 [both days including] are only eligible to apply) |
| For officers in Grade ‘B’ | Not below 25 years and not exceeding 33 years. (Candidates born not earlier than 14.07.1992 and not later than 15.07.2000 [both days including] are only eligible to apply) |
SIDBI IT Age Relaxations
SIDBI IT allows extra years in the upper age limit for reserved categories. Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe candidates receive an additional 5 years, and Other Backward Classes (non-creamy layer) candidates receive 3 extra years.
Persons with Benchmark Disability under the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016, get 10 years; PwBD OBC candidates get 13 years; and PwBD SC/ST candidates get 15 years.
Ex-servicemen who have completed at least five years of military service and persons affected by the 1984 riots each receive a further 5-year relaxation in the upper age limit.
Permanent SIDBI staff applying for Manager Grade B (IT) posts are entitled to an additional 5 years of relaxation over and above their category limit.
All candidates claiming any age relaxation must submit original and valid certificates (caste, disability, service, or riot relief) along with photocopies at the time of interview or any subsequent stage of the recruitment process.
| Category | Age Relaxation | |
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| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 years | |
| SC/ST | 5 years | |
| Persons affected by 1984 riots | 5 years | |
| Ex-servicemen candidates (as per the provisions of Ex-Servicemen (Re - employment in Central Civil Services and Posts) Amendment Rules, 2012) Ex-Servicemen, Commissioned Officers including Emergency Commissioned Officers (ECOs)/ Short Service Commissioned Officers (SSCOs) who have rendered at least 5 years military service and have been released on completion of assignment (including those whose assignment is due to be completed within one year from the last date of receipt of application) otherwise than by way of dismissal or discharge on account of misconduct or inefficiency or physical disability attributable to military service or invalidment | 5 years | |
| PwBD | General | 10 years |
| OBC | 13 years | |
| SC/ST | 15 years | |
SIDBI IT Exam Dates
- Online Registration & Fee Payment: 14 July 2025 to 11 August 2025
- Phase I (Online Objective Test): 6 September 2025
- Phase II (Objective & Descriptive Tests): 4 October 2025
- Phase III (Psychometric Assessment & Interview): November 2025 (exact dates to be notified on SIDBI’s website)
| Activity | Exam Dates |
|---|---|
| Online Registration and Payment of Online Fees/ Intimation Charges 2025 | July 14, 2025 to August 11, 2025 |
| Cut- off date for determining Eligibility Criteria with regard to age | July 14, 2025 |
| Cut-off date for determining Eligibility Criteria with regard to educational qualification / Post qualification Experience | August 11, 2025 |
| SIDBI Grade A and B Phase 1 Exam Dates (Tentative) | September 06, 2025 |
| SIDBI Grade A and B Phase 2 Exam Dates (Tentative) | October 04, 2025 |
| SIDBI Grade A Interview Dates | November 2025 |
SIDBI IT Salary
The Manager Grade B (IT stream) post carries a pay scale of ₹55,200 – 99,750 with increments over 16 years and minimum gross emoluments of approximately ₹1,15,000 per month.
Gross emoluments include Dearness Allowance, Grade Allowance, Special Allowance, Local Compensatory Allowance, and benefits under the New Pension Scheme (NPS).
The total cost to company (CTC) for SIDBI IT officers in Grade B ranges from ₹23.5 lakh to ₹26 lakh per annum, varying by place of posting and individual allowances.
| Post | Salary |
|---|---|
| Assistant Manager Grade ‘A’ - General Stream | 44500 - 2500(4) - 54500 - 2850(7) – 74450 -EB - 2850(4) – 85850 - 3300(1) - 89150 (17 years)] `1,00,000/ - approx. |
| Manager Grade ‘B’ – General and Specialist Stream | 55200 - 2850 (9) – 80850 – EB - 2850 (2) – 86550 - 3300 (4) - 99750 (16 years)] `1,15,000/- approx. |
SIDBI IT Probation Period
All selected Manager Grade B (IT) officers will serve an initial probation period of two years from the date of joining. SIDBI may, at its discretion, extend this probation by up to two additional years, making the total probationary period a maximum of four years.
During probation, officers can be posted or transferred to any SIDBI office, vertical, associate, or subsidiary as per the Bank’s requirements.
Confirmation in service is subject to satisfactory completion of probation under SIDBI’s Service Rules.
SIDBI IT Vacancies
SIDBI has notified 7 Manager Grade B (IT Stream) vacancies under Advertisement No. 03/Grade ‘A’ & ‘B’/2025-26 for specialist roles in AI/ML Automation, Full-Stack Application Development, Security, and Infrastructure & Network.
The category-wise break-up of SIDBI IT vacancies is as follows:
- Unreserved (UR): 1 vacancy
- Scheduled Caste (SC): 1 vacancy
- Scheduled Tribe (ST): 1 vacancy
- Other Backward Classes (OBC): 2 vacancies (including 1 backlog)
- Economically Weaker Section (EWS): 2 vacancies
- Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (HI): 1 vacancy
All vacancies are provisional and include backlog and shortfall from earlier years. SIDBI reserves the right to change the number of vacancies based on its actual requirements and candidate availability.
| Post | Vacancies Reserved for | UR | Total | Out of which reserved for PWBD | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SC | ST | OBC | EWS | VI | HI | OC | MD/ID | |||
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Manager Grade ‘B’ – Information Technology (IT) [Skill Set- AI/ML Automation / Full Stack Application Development / Security / Infrastructure and Network] |
1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 7 | - | - | 1 | - |
SIDBI IT Admit Card
The SIDBI IT admit card will be available for download from SIDBI’s official website. You will receive an email and SMS notification once the call letter is live. No hard copies will be sent by post, so you must log in with your registration number and password to access it.
Print the admit card and carry it to the exam centre along with the original photo ID proof (PAN Card, Passport, Driving Licence, Voter ID, Aadhar) and a photocopy of the same proof. Ration Cards and Learner’s Driving Licences are not accepted.
Check your admit card for the exam centre address, date, reporting time, and instructions. Latecomers will not be allowed entry, and requests for changes in date, centre, or session will not be entertained once the call letter is issued.
How to Apply for SIDBI IT Exam
Visit SIDBI’s official website at www.sidbi.in and navigate to Careers → Apply Online for Manager Grade B (IT) positions. Click the “New Registration” link to begin your application.
Enter your name, valid email address, and mobile number. You will receive a provisional registration number and password via SMS and email.
Log in with your registration credentials and complete the application form. Provide your personal details, educational qualifications, and five years of IT work experience.
Upload required documents—including a recent photograph, signature, left thumb impression, and handwritten declaration—following the specifications in the notification.
Use the Preview option to verify all information, then click “Complete Registration” to save your application. Proceed to the Payment tab to pay the application fee online via debit/credit card, net banking, IMPS, or mobile wallet.
After successful payment, download and print your e-receipt and the completed application form. Keep these documents and your login details safe for future reference and admit card download.
SIDBI IT Application Fees
For SIDBI IT exam, General, OBC and EWS applicants must pay ₹925 as application fee plus ₹175 intimation charge (total ₹1,100). SC, ST and PwBD candidates pay only the ₹175 intimation charge, and SIDBI staff are fully exempt.
All fees are non-refundable and must be paid online via debit/credit cards, internet banking, IMPS or mobile wallets before the closing date. Retain the e-receipt for future reference and admit card download.
| Category | Application fee | Intimation Charges | Total Charges |
|---|---|---|---|
| SC/ ST/ PwBD | Nil | Rs. 175/- | Rs. 175/- |
| Others (including OBCs/ EWS and General Candidates) | Rs. 925/- | Rs. 175/- | Rs. 1100/- |
| Staff Candidates | Nil | Nil | Nil |
Pre-Exam Training
SIDBI IT offers online Pre-Recruitment Training (PRT) for SC, ST, OBC and PwBD candidates. This SIDBI IT PRT covers exam pattern, syllabus topics, and sample questions to help you prepare.
To join the PRT, indicate your choice while completing the online application form. SIDBI will send you the training schedule and access links via email.
Attendance in the PRT is voluntary and helps you familiarise yourself with the SIDBI IT exam format. Completing it does not guarantee exam admission or final selection.
Important Guidelines for SIDBI IT Applicants
- Submit only one online application for the SIDBI IT recruitment. Multiple registrations, hard-copy forms, or email submissions are not allowed.
- Choose your reservation category (UR, OBC, SC, ST, EWS, PwBD) carefully at registration. No category changes will be permitted after submission.
- Upload all documents—photograph, signature, left thumb impression, and handwritten declaration—exactly as per the specifications in the notification.
- Finalise your exam-centre preferences during application. Once the admit card is issued, requests for centre, date, or session changes will not be entertained.
- Keep your registration number and password secure. You will need them to download the admit card, view your score, and access other recruitment updates.
- After the “Complete Registration” and fee payment, no edits to the application form or document uploads are allowed.
