EXIM Bank Management Trainee (Banking Operations) 2026 (40 vacancies)

Eligibilty

Candidates must meet the following essential academic qualifications as on the date of eligibility:

• Graduation: Minimum 60% aggregate marks / equivalent Cumulative Grade Points Average (CGPA), in a minimum 3-year full-time graduation course.
• Post Graduation: MBA / PGDBA / PGDBM / MMS with specialization in Finance / International Business / Foreign Trade OR Chartered Accountant (CA).
  • Post Graduation course should be of a minimum 2-year full-time duration, with a specialization in Finance with minimum 60% aggregate marks / equivalent CGPA.
  • In case of CA, passing the professional examination is sufficient. Membership of ICAI is mandatory.
• Candidates who have appeared / appearing for the final examination in Post Graduation or Chartered Accountancy to be held during January 2026 and are expecting their results in the year 2026 are eligible to apply. Membership of ICAI may be submitted upon passing of professional examination.
• The University / Institute should be recognised / approved by Government / AICTE / UGC.
• Candidates who have completed their graduation and post-graduation courses through correspondence/part-time/open university/open learning/external/distance learning are not eligible.

Important Note for Awaiting Results: Candidates who have appeared in their final qualifying examinations and are waiting for the results are eligible to appear for the written examination. However, the offer to join the Bank shall be subject to production of necessary documents evidencing successfully obtaining the requisite qualification by June 01, 2026, or joining date as prescribed by the Bank (whichever is later).

Candidates should possess excellent communication skills and be proficient in the use of computers and information technology.

Vaccancy

Total 40 vacancies for Management Trainee (Banking Operations) on a direct recruitment basis:

Note: Reservation for Economically Weaker Section (EWS) vacancies is tentative and subject to further Government directives. Reservation for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) is on a horizontal basis within the overall 40 vacancies; one vacancy is reserved for PwBD – Hearing impairment.

Important Links

Official Careers Page: https://www.eximbankindia.in/careers

During the one-year training period as Management Trainee, candidates will receive a monthly stipend of ₹ 65,000/-.

Upon successful completion of the training period, Management Trainees will be absorbed as Deputy Managers (JM-I) in the Bank's service. The pay band for Deputy Managers (JM-I) shall be as per the Indian Banks’ Association (IBA) 12^th Bipartite Settlement:

Pay Band: ₹ 48480 - 2000 - 62480 - 2340 - 67160 - 2680 - 85920

In addition to the pay, selected candidates will be eligible for allowances, perquisites and benefits, as applicable to the Grade as per Bank’s rules, prevalent at the time of joining. This may include residential accommodation (subject to availability or leased accommodation scheme) and schemes for loans (housing, vehicle, personal computer, children education etc.).

The selection process for Management Trainees will consist of two stages:

1. Written Test
2. Personal Interview

Candidates shortlisted based on their performance in the Written Test will be called for a Personal Interview.

Written Test Structure:

There will be no sectional cut-off in the written test. The final list for interviews will be drawn based on the overall performance in the written test.

Final Selection: The final selection will be based on the overall performance of the candidate in both the Written Examination and Personal Interview.

• Written Examination: 100 marks with 70% weightage
• Interview: 100 marks with 30% weightage

The marks obtained in the written examination and interview will form the basis for final selection.

Examination centers: Chennai, Kolkata, Mumbai, New Delhi and Guwahati. Personal Interviews will be conducted in Mumbai and/or New Delhi.

Candidates must apply online only from January 17, 2026, up to February 01, 2026. No other mode of application will be accepted.

Before applying online, candidates should ensure they have scanned copies of the following documents adhering to the specified format and size:

1. Photograph (4.5cm × 3.5cm)
2. Signature (with black ink, NOT in CAPITAL LETTERS)
3. Left thumb impression (on white paper with black or blue ink)
4. A handwritten declaration (on white paper with black ink, in English only, text provided below)
5. Consolidated Mark Sheets of Graduation and Post-Graduation
6. Graduation and Post-Graduation Degree
7. Caste Certificate (if applicable)

Candidates will need a valid personal email ID and mobile number, which should be kept active until the completion of the recruitment process.

Handwritten Declaration Text:

“I, _______ (Name of the candidate), hereby declare that all the information submitted by me in the application form is correct, true and valid. I will present the supporting documents as and when required.”

Application Registration Steps:

1. Visit the online application link and click on the "APPLY ONLINE" option.
2. To register, choose the tab "Click here for New Registration" and enter your Name, Contact details, and Email-id. A Provisional Registration Number and Password will be generated.
3. Save the entered data using the "SAVE AND NEXT" tab and verify details before final submission.
4. Upload Photo & Signature as per the guidelines.
5. Fill in other details of the Application Form.
6. Click on the Preview Tab to review the entire application form.
7. Modify details if required, and click on 'COMPLETE REGISTRATION' only after ensuring all details and uploaded documents are correct.
8. Click on 'Payment' Tab and proceed for fee payment.
9. Click 'Submit' button after successful payment.

Guidelines for Scanning and Uploading Documents:

• Photograph: Recent passport style colour picture (Dimensions: 200 x 230 pixels, File Size: 20kb–50kb). Live photo capture via webcam/mobile is also required.
• Signature: Black ink on white paper (Dimensions: 140 x 60 pixels, File Size: 10kb – 20kb). Signature in CAPITAL LETTERS will NOT be accepted.
• Left Thumb Impression: Black or blue ink on white paper (Dimensions: 240 x 240 pixels in 200 DPI, File Size: 20kb – 50kb).
• Handwritten Declaration: In English, black ink on white paper (Dimensions: 800 x 400 pixels in 200 DPI, File Size: 50 KB – 100 KB). Must be in candidate’s handwriting.
• Other Documents (Mark sheets, Degrees, Caste Certificate): PDF format, File Size: 20 KB – 500 KB.

Ensure all uploaded images are clear and correctly placed. Applications with unclear/smudged photographs, signatures, thumb impressions, or declarations will be rejected.

The written examination for Management Trainee will comprise a Professional Knowledge - Subjective test, structured as follows:

• PART - I: Financial Statement (Compulsory Question) - 40 Marks
• PART - II: Attempt any 6 out of 8 Questions - 60 Marks

The total marks for the written test are 100, with a duration of 2 hours 30 minutes.

A detailed syllabus with specific topics is not explicitly provided in the notification. Candidates are advised to prepare based on the essential academic qualifications (Finance / International Business / Foreign Trade or Chartered Accountancy) and standard curricula for banking operations and financial management.

Candidates must prepare the following documents for various stages of the recruitment process:

• Scanned Photograph (for online application)
• Scanned Signature (for online application)
• Scanned Left Thumb Impression (for online application)
• Scanned Handwritten Declaration (for online application)
• Scanned Consolidated Mark Sheets of Graduation and Post-Graduation (for online application/verification)
• Scanned Graduation and Post-Graduation Degree Certificates (for online application/verification)
• Scanned Caste Certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL, if applicable, for online application/verification)
• Income and Asset Certificate (for EWS candidates, issued on or after April 01, 2025, and before document verification at interview)
• Disability Certificate (for PwBD candidates, issued by a prescribed authority)
• OBC Non-Creamy Layer Certificate (must be valid as on the last date of applying, issued within one year prior to the last date for applying)
• Call Letter for Examination (along with a photocopy)
• Original and a photocopy of a currently valid Photo Identity Proof (e.g., PAN Card/ Passport/ Permanent Driving License/ Voter’s Card/ Bank Passbook with photograph/ Aadhar card/ E-Aadhar Card with a photograph/ Employee ID) for examination and interview.
• Original Gazette notification / Marriage Certificate / Affidavit (for female candidates who changed name post marriage, if applicable).
• Relieving letter / Discharge Certificate in original from the present employer (at the time of joining, if already in service).
• Documents evidencing successfully obtaining requisite qualification by June 01, 2026 (for candidates awaiting final results).