Pakistan’s central bank is opening its doors to the country’s young technology talent once again. SBP Jobs 2026 have been announced under the IT Officers Training Scheme, through which the State Bank of Pakistan will induct Assistant Directors (OG-2) for its technology functions in Karachi. If you hold a 16-year degree in computer science, information technology, data science or cyber security and are not older than 26, this is one of the most prestigious banking-sector openings of the year. Applications are being received online only through the National Testing Service (NTS) portal, and the last date to apply is 30 October 2026.
This recruitment is part of the State Bank’s strategic plan to strengthen its human resource base for an increasingly digital financial system — from real-time payment rails to banking supervision systems, the technology teams at SBP sit at the heart of the national economy. Readers exploring other banking careers may also want to see our coverage of National Bank of Pakistan jobs 2026 and ZTBL branch manager jobs 2026, both advertised this month.
About the State Bank of Pakistan
The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) is the central bank of the country. It regulates the monetary and credit system of Pakistan, issues the national currency, supervises banks and financial institutions, and manages the country’s foreign exchange reserves — all with the objective of securing monetary stability and the best national use of productive resources. Headquartered on I.I. Chundrigar Road in Karachi, the Bank operates as an autonomous institution with a nationwide footprint through its 16 field offices and subsidiaries.
For technology professionals, SBP is an unusual employer: it combines the scale and stability of a federal institution with genuinely complex engineering problems — national payment systems, banking supervision data platforms, cyber security operations and digital financial services. Officers inducted through the training schemes go on to build careers across monetary policy, banking supervision, financial markets, information technology, risk management and internal audit.
Vacant Positions at SBP
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization | State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) |
| Program | IT Officers Training Scheme (ITOTS) 2026 |
| Post Name | Assistant Director (OG-2) |
| Job Location | Karachi (positions permanently based in Karachi) |
| Qualification | 16 years of education in Computer Sciences, Information Systems & Technology, Data Sciences, Information Security, Cyber Security or related IT disciplines |
| Minimum Marks / CGPA | 60% marks, or 2.5/4.0 CGPA, or 3.5/5.0 CGPA where applicable |
| Experience | Fresh graduates eligible; up to 1 year of relevant experience preferred |
| Maximum Age | 26 years as of 15 October 2026 (relaxation for eligible categories) |
| Application Route | Online only, through the National Testing Service (NTS) |
| Last Date to Apply | 30 October 2026 |
Eligibility Criteria for SBP Jobs 2026
Educational Qualification
Candidates must hold a Master’s, Bachelor’s or equivalent degree representing 16 years of education in Computer Sciences, Information Systems and Technology, Data Sciences, Information Security, Cyber Security or a related IT discipline relevant to SBP’s functions. The degree must come from an HEC-recognized Pakistani institution with at least 60% marks in the percentage system, or a 2.5 out of 4.0 (or 3.5 out of 5.0) CGPA where the GPA system applies. Candidates with foreign degrees must obtain an HEC equivalence certificate.
Experience Required
No prior experience is mandatory — fresh graduates are explicitly welcome, and candidates with up to one year of relevant experience are preferred. What matters most is a strong academic record in a qualifying IT discipline and the ability to clear the NTS screening test, which assesses aptitude and subject knowledge.
Age Limit
The maximum age is 26 years as of 15 October 2026, the publication date of the newspaper advertisement. A relaxation of three years is admissible for female candidates, transgender persons, candidates from minority communities, Northern Areas, Balochistan, Azad Jammu & Kashmir, Gilgit-Baltistan and the former FATA regions — and five years for employees of SBP and its subsidiaries — subject to meeting all other eligibility conditions. Age will be verified from the CNIC.
Gender
Both male and female candidates are encouraged to apply. SBP describes itself as an equal opportunity employer and specifically encourages applications from females, minorities, transgender persons and persons with disabilities.
Salary and Benefits
According to the recruitment details published with the advertisement, officers inducted as Assistant Director (OG-2) receive a monetized monthly salary of around Rs. 82,000 plus a phone allowance, along with the allowances and benefits admissible under SBP rules. As a federal institution, the Bank offers a structured career path with regular increments, medical coverage, and professional training opportunities — including the residential induction training that every OG-2 officer completes before taking up the role. Candidates should confirm the exact compensation package from the official advertisement and the SBP careers portal.
How to Apply for SBP Jobs 2026
Applications are accepted online only through the National Testing Service. No applications by post, email or in person will be entertained. Follow these steps:
- Visit the National Testing Service website at nts.org.pk and open the SBP IT Officers Training Scheme 2026 project (the application link went live on 15 October 2026).
- Fill in the online application form in one go — the system does not save unsubmitted data. Complete all three parts: personal information, academic information, and experience information (if any).
- Double-check every entry before submitting, because submitted data cannot be amended afterwards. Ensure the information matches your CNIC and academic records exactly.
- On submission you will receive an auto-generated email containing your application form and the fee challan — check the NTS portal for the applicable test fee and pay it through the prescribed channel before the deadline.
- After fee payment, keep a copy of the application form and deposit slip for your record; the advertisement requires these to be sent to the address given in the ad via surface mail before the deadline.
- Watch your email, SMS and the NTS website for your roll number slip and test-centre allocation. NTS notifies shortlisted candidates by SMS and uploads admit cards to its website.
Required Documents Checklist
Keep the following ready before you start the online application, since the form must be completed in a single session:
- Computerized National Identity Card (CNIC)
- Recent passport-size photographs (three photographs are required to be attached to the printed application form after fee payment)
- Educational degrees and transcripts (16-year IT degree with required marks/CGPA)
- HEC equivalence certificate (for foreign degrees)
- Domicile certificate
- Experience letters or certificates (if any)
- Paid fee challan / deposit slip copy
- Disability certificate from the competent authority (if applying under the disabled quota)
Selection Procedure
Selection follows the standard NTS-tested recruitment pattern for SBP’s officer schemes. First, NTS screens all online applications against the advertised eligibility criteria. Eligible candidates are then called for a written screening test at designated test centres across the country — admit cards are dispatched to mailing addresses and uploaded on the NTS website. Candidates who qualify the written test proceed to the interview stage conducted by the State Bank, after which final merit is determined. Only shortlisted candidates are contacted at each stage, and original documents are verified before final selection. For test-related queries, candidates can contact NTS at SBPITOTS@nts.org.pk, 021-34546930 or 051-8444441.
Important Dates
| Date | Details |
|---|---|
| 15 October 2026 | Advertisement published in national newspapers |
| 15 October 2026 | NTS online application link activated |
| 30 October 2026 | Last date to submit online applications (and dispatch the printed form with fee deposit slip) |
Why Consider a Career at the State Bank of Pakistan
Few employers in Pakistan can match the State Bank for a young technology graduate. The systems you would help build and protect — the real-time gross settlement system, banking supervision databases, cyber security operations — move the country’s money and are watched by every commercial bank in Pakistan. The OG-2 induction is a permanent officer cadre with a defined promotion path, residential training at the Bank’s own training institute, and exposure to monetary policy, financial markets and digital finance that no commercial bank role can replicate.
The entry bar is deliberately set for young talent: the maximum age of 26 and the welcome extended to fresh graduates mean this scheme competes for the same candidates as the top software houses — but offers the stability, prestige and pensionable structure of the central bank. For an IT graduate weighing a private-sector job against a career in national service, the IT Officers Training Scheme is one of the strongest options advertised this year.
FAQs
- What is the last date to apply for SBP Jobs 2026 under the IT Officers Training Scheme?
The last date to submit the online application is 30 October 2026. - What does OG-2 mean in SBP?
OG-2 stands for Officer Grade 2, the rank of Assistant Director — the entry-level officer cadre at the State Bank. - Who can apply for the IT Officers Training Scheme?
Pakistani citizens, including those from Azad Jammu & Kashmir and Gilgit-Baltistan, holding a 16-year HEC-recognized degree in computer science, IT, data science, information/cyber security or a related discipline. - What is the age limit?
Maximum 26 years as of 15 October 2026, with a 3-year relaxation for females, transgender persons, minorities and candidates from specified regions, and 5 years for SBP/subsidiary employees. - Can fresh graduates apply?
Yes. Fresh graduates are explicitly eligible, and candidates with up to one year of relevant experience are preferred. - How do I apply?
Only online through the NTS website (nts.org.pk). Fill the form in one session, submit, pay the fee challan, and dispatch the printed form with the deposit slip before the deadline. - Where will selected officers be posted?
The positions are permanently based in Karachi, at the State Bank’s head office and technology functions. - Is there any test fee?
The NTS portal generates a fee challan on submission — check the portal for the exact test fee applicable to this project. - What salary does an OG-2 officer get?
The recruitment details indicate a monetized monthly salary of around Rs. 82,000 plus a phone allowance and admissible allowances; confirm the exact package from the official advertisement. - Does SBP encourage female candidates?
Yes. SBP is an equal opportunity employer and encourages females, minorities, transgender persons and persons with disabilities to apply.
Contact Information
State Bank of Pakistan (SBP), the central bank of Pakistan, is headquartered at I.I. Chundrigar Road, Karachi. All recruitment queries for this scheme are handled through the official channels: the SBP careers portal at sbp.org.pk and the National Testing Service at nts.org.pk. For test-related issues, contact NTS at SBPITOTS@nts.org.pk, 021-34546930 or 051-8444441; for application submission issues, email recruitment@sbp.org.pk. Do not trust any third-party website or agent asking for money in the name of these jobs.
Final Word
The IT Officers Training Scheme 2026 is a rare window for young IT graduates to enter Pakistan’s central bank as officers — a career that blends serious engineering with national economic service. With the 30 October deadline approaching and the NTS form requiring a single-session submission, eligible candidates should gather their documents and apply well before the last date rather than waiting for the final hours.
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