Vikas Souharda Co-op Bank Recruitment 2026 — 46 Vacancies

About This Job

Vikas Souharda Co-operative Bank Ltd., Hospet is hiring for 46 posts across multiple roles — Branch Manager/Sr. Officer, Auditor, Law Officer, Probationary Officer, and Recovery/Junior Assistant. You can apply online via a Google Form on the bank's official website. The last date to apply is 24 April 2026. Posts are based at branches and the head office in Hospet, Karnataka.

Vikas Souharda Co-op Bank Multi-Post Recruitment 2026 - 46 Posts

Vikas Souharda Co-operative Bank Ltd. (Vikas Bank), headquartered in Hospet, Vijayanagara District, Karnataka, has released a recruitment notification for 46 vacancies across 5 different post categories for the year 2026-27. The recruitment covers both experienced officer-level roles (Branch Manager, Auditor, Law Officer) and fresher-friendly roles (Probationary Officer, Recovery Assistant, Junior Assistant). Freshers can also apply for the PO and Recovery/Junior Assistant posts. Applications are accepted online via Google Form available on the bank's website.

Vacancy Details

Who Can Apply?

Branch Manager / Sr. Officer (10 posts)

• Qualification: Minimum graduation in any discipline. Candidates with post-graduation in finance or banking are preferred.
• Experience: Minimum 5 years in banking, financial institutions, NBFCs, or managerial roles in law firms, legal firms, or other financial institutions.
• Skills: Day-to-day banking operations, accounting knowledge, proficiency in Kannada, English, and Hindi.

Auditor (4 posts)

• Qualification: Graduate in Commerce/Accounting with CA qualification. Specialized qualification in auditing is preferred.
• Experience: Minimum 5 years in auditing, preferably bank audits. Experience in audit firms, CA offices, or tax consultancy (TDS, GST, PF & PT) is required.
• Skills: MS-Excel, MS-Word, Tally, and other technical tools. Proficiency in Kannada, English, and Hindi. Experience in EDP audit or IS audit is preferred.

Law Officer (2 posts)

• Qualification: Graduation in Law (LLB). Post-graduation in Law with practical experience is preferred.
• Experience: Minimum 5 years handling bank recovery cases, civil cases, DRT matters, SARFAESI cases, and working in law firms or with senior advocates at district/high courts.
• Skills: Proficiency in Kannada, English, and Hindi. Knowledge of drafting plaints, litigation process, vetting of loan documents, and co-operative laws.

Probationary Officer (20 posts)

• Qualification: Graduation in any discipline. Preference for Commerce, Banking, and Accounting graduates.
• Experience: Freshers are eligible. Experienced candidates in banking or financial sectors are preferred.
• Skills: Proficiency in Kannada, English, and Hindi. Knowledge of other languages is an advantage.

Recovery Assistant / Junior Assistant (10 posts)

• Qualification: SSLC (10th Pass).
• Experience: Freshers are eligible. Candidates with experience in loan recovery at financial institutions are preferred.
• Skills: Proficiency in Kannada and any other local language is mandatory. Basic English knowledge is preferred.

Age Limit

• Branch Manager / Sr. Officer, Auditor, Law Officer: Maximum 35 years as on 01.04.2026.
• Probationary Officer, Recovery Assistant / Junior Assistant: Maximum 30 years as on 01.04.2026.
• Note: Age relaxation for reserved categories as per Karnataka government/co-operative sector norms (not explicitly stated in notification).

Application Fee

• All posts: Rs. 500 per application
• Payment is to be submitted along with the online application form.

Selection Process

The selection process will be based on the bank's internal criteria:

1. Screening of Applications: Shortlisting based on eligibility, qualifications, and experience.
2. Interview / Personal Discussion: Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview. Final selection is based on performance in the interview and overall profile.
3. Document Verification: Original documents will be verified before appointment.

How to Apply

1. Visit the official website at vikas.bank.in.
2. Go to the Career section and find the Recruitment Notification 2026-27.
3. Click on the Apply Online link to open the Google Form.
4. Fill in the application form with accurate personal, educational, and experience details.
5. Upload required documents as prompted.
6. Pay the application fee of Rs. 500 as specified.
7. Submit the form before 24 April 2026.

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 9 April 2026
• Application Start Date: 9 April 2026
• Last Date to Apply: 24 April 2026
• Exam / Interview Date: To be announced

• Handle branch banking operations independently and manage customer relationships
• Assist in loan recovery, follow-up with borrowers, and monitor repayment schedules
• Conduct branch audits, verify reconciliations, and ensure audit compliance
• Manage legal matters including SARFAESI cases, DRT proceedings, and court filings
• Process banking transactions, maintain records, and handle cash and securities
• Market banking products, achieve business targets, and support branch growth
• Maintain premises, files, and stationery; assist staff in daily branch operations
• Ensure compliance with regulatory instructions and co-operative banking guidelines