Central Bank of India, a major public sector bank, has announced recruitment for Counselor-FLC posts through its sponsored society, CBI-SUAPS. There are four posts in total, one each for the Financial Literacy Centres in Balrampur, Manendragarh-Chirmiri-Bharatpur, Surajpur and Surguja districts of Chhattisgarh. The counsellors will oversee the overall functioning of these centres, spreading financial literacy awareness among rural masses on a contract basis.
Central Bank of India Recruitment 2026 - Counselor-FLC Posts
Posted 30 Sept 2026Updated 30 Sept 2026
Total Vacancies
4
Last Date
15 Oct
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Recruitment status
Applications closed on 15 Oct 2026
- Notification24 Sept
- Applications Open
- Applications Closed15 Oct
About Central Bank of India Counselor-FLC Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- Central Bank of India
- Post Name
- Counselor-FLC
- Job Location
- Ambikapur, Chhattisgarh
- Who Can Apply
- Only residents of Chhattisgarh (Candidate should be resident of the same State, preferably from same or nearby District of FLC)
- Job Type
- Contract
- Age Limit
- 46–64 years
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Experience
- 10 years experience as an officer or permanent employee; retired or VRS opted bank officials of Scale I and above of nationalized banks including SBI and RRBs preferred
- Credentials Required
- Relevant IIBF certification course (for candidates other than bank employees)
- Tenure
- One year, renewable at the Bank's sole discretion
Vacancy Breakdown
Counselor-FLC
4
| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| Counselor-FLC | 4 |
Eligibility Details
Counselor-FLC - Qualification and Experience
Essential: Must be Graduate in any discipline from recognized university. Desirable: shall be computer literate, shall have proficient in basic knowledge of MS Office, internet, typing in local language. Excellent communication skill in local language is essential. Essential experience: (i) Retired/VRS opted Bank Officials of Scale I & above of Nationalized Bank including State Bank of India & RRBs preferred. (ii) Ex-Service man or/and other than Bank Employees (e.g. Government School Teacher etc.) having Banking knowledge and knowledge of financial services & having completed relevant IIBF certification course. (iii) Applicant should have unblemished service record and possess Service Certificate from the previous employer. (iv) Experience as an officer/permanent employee of 10 years. (v) Candidate should be resident of the same State, preferably from same or nearby District of FLC.
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Counselor-FLC - Qualification and Experience | Essential: Must be Graduate in any discipline from recognized university. Desirable: shall be computer literate, shall have proficient in basic knowledge of MS Office, internet, typing in local language. Excellent communication skill in local language is essential. Essential experience: (i) Retired/VRS opted Bank Officials of Scale I & above of Nationalized Bank including State Bank of India & RRBs preferred. (ii) Ex-Service man or/and other than Bank Employees (e.g. Government School Teacher etc.) having Banking knowledge and knowledge of financial services & having completed relevant IIBF certification course. (iii) Applicant should have unblemished service record and possess Service Certificate from the previous employer. (iv) Experience as an officer/permanent employee of 10 years. (v) Candidate should be resident of the same State, preferably from same or nearby District of FLC. |
Age Limit
Above 45 years and less than 65 years as on 01-09-2026
Application Fee
All Categories
Nil
Selection Process
- 1Personal Interview
Eligible candidates will be called for a personal interview and the decision of the Bank in this regard shall be final.
Salary Structure
Rs. 25,000 per month plus Rs. 1,000 per month towards conveyance including mobile; no other benefits or charges are payable
How to Apply
- 1Download the application form (Annexure-A) from the Central Bank of India website
- 2Fill in the application form with correct personal, educational and experience details
- 3Paste a passport size photograph on the form and sign across it
- 4Attach self-attested copies of photograph, signature, ID proof, educational certificates and the service certificate from the previous employer
- 5Superscribe the envelope with 'Application for the post of Counsellor of FLC on contract basis'
- 6Send the completed application to Agriculture & Social Banking Dept., Central Bank of India, Regional Office Ambikapur, Dhanjal Complex near Govt Polytechnic College, Ambikapur, Surguja, Chhattisgarh 497001, or drop it in the letter box kept at the Regional Office
- 7Ensure the application reaches the office on or before 15 October 2026
Documents to Carry / Upload
•Passport size photograph
•Signature
•ID proof
•Educational certificates
•Service certificate from previous employer
Important Details
- Candidates should be residents of Chhattisgarh, preferably from the same or a nearby district of the FLC.
- Applications may also be dropped in a letter box kept at the Central Bank of India Regional Office, Ambikapur.
- Incomplete applications will be rejected.
District-wise Vacancies
Balrampur
Manendragarh-Chirmiri-Bharatpur
Surajpur
Surguja
| District |
|---|
| Balrampur |
| Manendragarh-Chirmiri-Bharatpur |
| Surajpur |
| Surguja |
Posts: 1
Leave
Counsellors are entitled to 15 days leave per year, with a maximum of 2 days per month.
Contract Renewal
The engagement is for one year and renewal is at the Bank's sole discretion. A performance appraisal must be submitted to the Regional Manager one month before the contract expires, and renewal is considered subject to a minimum B grading of the RSETI Centre.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can candidates from outside Chhattisgarh apply for the Counselor-FLC post?
The notice says the candidate should be a resident of the same state, preferably from the same or a nearby district of the FLC.
Are retired bank officials preferred for this post?
Yes. Retired or VRS opted bank officials of Scale I and above from nationalized banks, including SBI and RRBs, are preferred.
Is the one-year contract renewable?
Renewal may be possible at the Bank's sole discretion, based on the performance appraisal and the grading of the RSETI Centre.
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