Bank of Baroda, one of India's leading public sector banks, has announced recruitment for the post of FLC Counsellor with a single vacancy. The position falls under the bank's Financial Literacy Centre at Chumukedima in Nagaland, within its North Eastern Zone. The counsellor will work as a financial educator and advisor, spreading financial literacy, guiding distressed borrowers and bringing more people into the formal banking network, as per RBI guidelines.
Bank of Baroda Recruitment 2026 - FLC Counsellor Posts
Posted 30 Sept 2026Updated 30 Sept 2026BOB:RO: JORH:FI:2025-26:01
Total Vacancies
1
Last Date
30 Sept
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Applications closed on 30 Sept 2026
- Notification16 Sept
- Applications Open
- Applications Closed30 Sept
About Bank of Baroda FLC Counsellor Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- Bank of Baroda
- Advertisement No.
- BOB:RO: JORH:FI:2025-26:01
- Post Name
- FLC Counsellor
- Job Location
- Chumukedima, Nagaland
- Who Can Apply
- Only residents of Nagaland (Should be resident of respective State preferably from the same District)
- Job Type
- Contract
- Age Limit
- Up to 64 years
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Experience
- Minimum 5 years of experience in any nationalized Bank / RRB / Pvt. Bank OR Business correspondent / BC Coordinator with minimum 5 years of experience OR Ex RSETI Director with minimum 3 years of experience / Faculty with minimum 5 years of experience OR Persons having minimum 5 years' experience in banking / with related fields, NBFCs / FIs etc.
- Tenure
- Contractual engagement for a period not exceeding one year, renewable based on satisfactory performance subject to annual review
- Notice Period
- Counsellor must serve at least 3 months notice; the bank gives 1 month notice
Vacancy Breakdown
FLC Counsellor
1
| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| FLC Counsellor | 1 |
Eligibility Details
FLC Counsellor - Qualification and Experience
A graduate degree from a recognized University. Preference shall be given to candidates having a post graduate degree in the area of Agriculture, Veterinary Science, Sociology, Psychology and Social work. Should be well conversant with the local language. Should possess flair for teaching and computer knowledge. Counselors should have sound knowledge of banking, insurance, investment, Pension, law, finance, requisite communication and team building skills etc. Experience: shall be an ex-banker (Officer cadre) with minimum 5 years of experience in any Nationalized Bank / RRB / Pvt. Bank OR Business correspondent / BC-Coordinator with minimum 5 years of experience OR Ex RSETI Director with minimum 3 years of experience / Faculty with minimum 5 years of experience OR Persons having minimum 5 years' experience in banking / with related fields, NBFCs / FIs.
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| FLC Counsellor - Qualification and Experience | A graduate degree from a recognized University. Preference shall be given to candidates having a post graduate degree in the area of Agriculture, Veterinary Science, Sociology, Psychology and Social work. Should be well conversant with the local language. Should possess flair for teaching and computer knowledge. Counselors should have sound knowledge of banking, insurance, investment, Pension, law, finance, requisite communication and team building skills etc. Experience: shall be an ex-banker (Officer cadre) with minimum 5 years of experience in any Nationalized Bank / RRB / Pvt. Bank OR Business correspondent / BC-Coordinator with minimum 5 years of experience OR Ex RSETI Director with minimum 3 years of experience / Faculty with minimum 5 years of experience OR Persons having minimum 5 years' experience in banking / with related fields, NBFCs / FIs. |
Age Limit
Maximum 64 years as on 30/09/2026
Application Fee
All Categories
Nil
Selection Process
- 1Interview
Selection is through interview only; eligible candidates are shortlisted for the interview.
Salary Structure
Rs. 25,000 per month (fixed) plus reimbursement of conveyance expenses up to Rs. 5,000 per month if 10 or more camps are conducted, or up to Rs. 3,000 per month if fewer than 10 camps are conducted in a month
How to Apply
- 1Download the application form from the Bank of Baroda website www.bankofbaroda.com
- 2Fill the application form carefully with correct information
- 3Attach self-attested copies of photograph, signature, ID proof and certificates
- 4Send the completed application by Speed Post or Registered Post to the Regional Manager, Regional Office Jorhat, Crystal Enclave, Seuni Ali Borpool, A T Road, Jorhat 785001, Assam
- 5Ensure the application reaches the Regional Office by 30 September 2026
Documents to Carry / Upload
•Self-attested copies of photograph
•Signature
•ID proof and certificates
Important Details
- Appointment is on a purely temporary contractual basis and does not vest any right to claim regular appointment or continued contractual appointment.
- The contract may be terminated by either party by giving due notice.
- Applications must reach the Jorhat Regional Office in hard copy; the last two advertisements for this centre drew no response, so a fresh recruitment process has been initiated.
Terms of Appointment
Engagement of the counsellor is on a contractual basis for a period not exceeding one year. Renewal may be extended by the Regional Office based on Zonal Office approval and satisfactory performance, subject to annual review. The engagement is purely temporary and does not vest any right to regular appointment or continued contractual appointment.
Leave Entitlement
- Casual Leave: 1 day for every completed month, subject to a maximum of 12 days for the contract period
- Sick Leave: 15 days full pay for the contract period, credited on a pro-rata basis on completion of every month
- Absence from office without valid leave or leave at credit attracts pro-rata deduction from the monthly payment
- Un-availed leave is not carried forward on renewal or extension of the engagement
- Bank may terminate services if a counsellor remains on unauthorized absence for more than 15 days beyond the entitled leave in a contract period
Halting and Travelling Allowance
Halting allowance is Rs. 300 if more than 8 hours without night stay and Rs. 600 if night stay. Travelling expenses for attending any training programme outside the headquarters are as applicable to a JMG/S-I officer. No other allowances or reimbursement of expenses are admissible.
Reporting and Review
The selected counsellor reports to the concerned Lead District Manager, RSETI Director or Regional Office in non-lead districts, and submits a monthly visit diary and report to the Zonal Manager with a copy to the Regional Office before payment of monthly remuneration. The Zonal Manager is the competent authority for renewal of the contract.
Responsibilities of the FLC Counsellor
- Carry on day to day activities of the FLC as per RBI guidelines
- Maintain an arm's length relationship with the banks and not promote the products of the Bank
- Provide free counselling and debt management services to customers, except to wilful defaulters
- Impart financial literacy through simple messages and conduct financial literacy camps on digital banking
- Arrange gram sabhas and awareness camps in rural areas at regular intervals
- Submit a tentative quarterly visit schedule to the LDM
Contact
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 022-66453325
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