The State Bank of Pakistan has announced a fresh round of career opportunities through its State Bank Officers Training Scheme (SBOTS) – 28th Batch, inviting applications for multiple positions of Assistant Director (OG-2). The hiring drive is aimed at attracting young, talented professionals from across Pakistan, with the positions based in Karachi.
This initiative reflects the central bank’s continued commitment to building a skilled workforce that can support the evolving needs of Pakistan’s financial system. The SBP is looking to induct individuals who can contribute across a diverse range of departments. Successful candidates may be posted in critical areas such as Monetary Policy, Macroeconomic Research, Financial Markets and Foreign Exchange Reserve Management, Banking Policy and Supervision, Islamic Finance, Financial Inclusion, Digital Financial Services, Information Technology, Finance and Risk Management, Internal Audit, External Communications, Strategic Planning, and Human Resources.
In terms of eligibility, applicants must hold at least 16 years of education, with a Master’s or Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) securing a minimum of 60 percent marks or a GPA of 2.5 out of 4.0 (or 3.5 out of 5.0). Degrees must be from HEC-recognized Pakistani or international institutions. Fields of study considered include Business and Public Administration, Economics, Finance, Statistics, Data and Actuarial Sciences, Accounting, Computer Sciences, Mathematics, HR Management, Agriculture Management (excluding pure agriculture degrees), Islamic Banking and Finance, Law, Media Studies, Philosophy, and Physics. Candidates with foreign degrees are required to submit an HEC equivalence certificate.
As per the official criteria, the maximum age is 26 years as of June 29, 2025. However, there is a three-year relaxation for women, transgender persons, minorities, and candidates from underrepresented regions such as Balochistan, Azad Jammu & Kashmir, Gilgit-Baltistan, and the former FATA.
Prospective candidates must apply online via the SBP careers portal, with the last date for submissions set for July 14, 2025. It is critical that applications include all required details like photographs and date of birth, as incomplete applications will be excluded from consideration. The age will be determined based on the CNIC.
No application fee is required for the initial written test, which will be conducted by a designated Testing Agency. Shortlisted candidates will be notified via SMS, and admit cards will be mailed and uploaded online. Those who clear the written exam will advance to further stages including group discussions, psychometric tests, and panel interviews.
During the selection process, candidates will need to present original educational documents, an HEC equivalence certificate (for international qualifications), domicile, and CNIC. Any attempt to provide false information, seek undue influence, or submit tampered documents will lead to disqualification from this and future SBP recruitments.
Those selected will undergo a residential training program at the National Institute of Banking and Finance (NIBAF) in Islamabad, focusing on applied and practical learning. Trainees will receive a stipend of Rs. 41,000 per month during this period. Upon successful completion, they will be appointed as Assistant Director (OG-2) in Karachi, drawing a monthly monetized salary of Rs. 82,000, along with other allowances and benefits under SBP regulations.
This recruitment drive by SBP underscores its efforts to strengthen institutional capacity and prepare for the growing demands of modern banking, financial technology integration, and regulatory oversight in Pakistan’s economy.