Tamilnad Mercantile Bank (TMB) has released the TMB Specialist Officer (IT) Recruitment 2026 notification, inviting applications for 14 specialized IT and Data Science posts, including Software Engineer, Data Scientist, and Oracle Fusion/HCM roles. The online application process will be conducted from 24 August 2026 to 6 September 2026, and candidates with a B.E./B.Tech, MCA, or related degree in Computer Science, IT, or Data Science can apply.
This article covers the complete eligibility criteria, age limit, selection process, and step-by-step application process for all 14 posts.
TMB has invited online applications for 14 specialized Specialist Officer (IT) posts covering Data Science & AI/ML, IT Infrastructure, Software Engineering, and Oracle Fusion/HCM.
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Tamilnad Mercantile Bank Ltd. (TMB) is one of India’s leading old private sector banks, and it regularly recruits specialist professionals to strengthen its technology and digital banking functions. Through the Specialist Officer (IT) recruitment, TMB selects experienced candidates in Data Science, AI/ML, IT Infrastructure, Software Engineering, and Oracle Fusion/HCM domains for roles ranging from Assistant Manager to Deputy Vice President cadre.
Candidates for these posts are selected through a shortlisting process based on the online application, followed by a Personal Interview conducted either in Direct mode or through Video Conferencing.
Recruitment Overview
Here’s a quick snapshot of the basic details of this recruitment before we get into the specifics of each post.
| Recruitment Name | TMB Specialist Officer (IT) Recruitment 2026 |
|---|---|
| Organization | Tamilnad Mercantile Bank Ltd. (TMB) |
| Post Name | Specialist Officer (IT) — 14 specializations |
| Total Vacancies | Not specified in the notification |
| Job Location | Chennai, Tamil Nadu |
| Cadre Range | Deputy Vice President to Assistant Manager |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | apps.tmbdigital.bank.in/tmb_careers |
Important Dates
The last date to apply online is the date to circle on your calendar — applications won’t be accepted after that.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Starts | 24 Aug 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 06 Sep 2026 |
| Age Reckoning Date | 31 Jul 2026 |
Application Fee
Good news for applicants — there’s no fee to worry about for this recruitment.
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| All Categories | Nil |
Post-wise Details & Vacancy
The exact number of vacancies against each role hasn’t been disclosed in the notification. TMB is hiring across the following 14 specialized IT and Data Science posts, grouped by cadre:
| Post Name | Cadre |
|---|---|
| Head Analytics & AI | Deputy Vice President |
| IT Infrastructure – Lead Systems/Servers | Assistant Vice President |
| Data Scientist/Statistician – Head Analytics & AI/ML | Assistant Vice President |
| IT Infrastructure – Data Center Manager | Manager |
| Senior Software Engineer (Data Science, Statistics & ML) | Manager |
| Senior Software Engineers – Programmers/Developers | Manager |
| Senior Software Engineer – Testing & QA | Manager |
| Software Engineer – Data Analyst with AI/ML Modelling | Manager |
| IT Infrastructure – Server Administrators | Assistant Manager |
| IT Infrastructure – Network & Security Administrators | Assistant Manager |
| IT Infrastructure – Cloud Administrators | Assistant Manager |
| Software Engineer – Programmers/Developers | Assistant Manager |
| Software Engineer – Expertise in Oracle Fusion | Assistant Manager |
| Oracle HCM (Payroll & Integrations / Talent, Workflow & Experience) | Assistant Manager |
Educational Qualification & Experience
Qualification and experience requirements vary quite a bit by post and cadre — senior roles need significantly more experience than entry-level ones. Here’s the breakdown:
| Post | Qualification | Min. Experience |
|---|---|---|
| Head Analytics & AI (DVP) | M.E/BE/B.Tech in Computer Science/MCA | 20 yrs overall; 5 yrs in Banking Analytics |
| IT Infra – Lead Systems/Servers (AVP) | M.E/BE in CS/IT/MCA or equivalent | 10 yrs overall; 5 yrs as Lead Admin |
| Data Scientist/Statistician (AVP) | Bachelor’s/Master’s in CS, IT, AI & ML, Statistics, Maths, MCA or related; PhD desirable | 10 yrs overall; 5 yrs in leadership |
| Data Center Manager | B.E/B.Tech in CS/IT/MCA or equivalent | 5 yrs in Datacenter; 2 yrs as Manager |
| Sr. Software Engineer (Data Science/ML) | Bachelor’s/Master’s in CS, IT, AI & ML, Statistics, MCA or related | 5 yrs |
| Sr. Software Engineers – Developers | Bachelor’s/Master’s in CS, IT, ECE, EEE, MCA or related | 5 yrs |
| Sr. Software Engineer – Testing & QA | Bachelor’s/Master’s in CS, IT, ECE, EEE, MCA or related | 5 yrs |
| Software Engineer – Data Analyst (AI/ML) | Bachelor’s/Master’s in CS, IT, ECE, EEE, AI & ML, MCA or related | 5 yrs |
| Server Administrators | B.E/B.Tech in CS/IT/MCA or equivalent | 2 yrs |
| Network & Security Administrators | B.E/B.Tech in CS/IT/MCA or equivalent | 2 yrs |
| Cloud Administrators | B.E/B.Tech in CS/IT/MCA or equivalent | 2 yrs |
| Software Engineer – Developers | Bachelor’s/Master’s in CS, IT, ECE, EEE, MCA or related | 2 yrs |
| Software Engineer – Oracle Fusion | Bachelor’s/Master’s in CS, IT, ECE, EEE, MCA or related; Oracle training desirable | 2 yrs in Oracle Fusion Cloud |
| Oracle HCM (Payroll/Talent) | Bachelor’s/Master’s in CS, IT, ECE, MCA or related; Oracle training desirable | 2 yrs in Oracle Fusion HCM |
Age Limit
Age limit is fixed as on 31 July 2026 and varies by cadre — senior roles allow a higher age ceiling.
| Cadre | Max. Age |
|---|---|
| Deputy Vice President (Head Analytics & AI) | 45 years |
| Assistant Vice President (Lead Systems, Data Scientist) | 45 years |
| Manager (Data Center Manager, Sr. Software Engineer roles) | 32 years |
| Assistant Manager (Administrators, Developers, Oracle roles) | 28 years |
Selection Process
Selection for all 14 Specialist Officer (IT) posts follows the same two-stage process:
- Shortlisting: TMB will shortlist candidates based on the details submitted in the online application.
- Personal Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be interviewed either in Direct mode or through Video Conferencing, with the mode, date, and time communicated individually.
Required Documents
Keep these documents scanned and ready before you start your online application, so the process goes smoothly:
- Self-attested copy of SSLC/Higher Secondary Mark Sheet or Transfer Certificate (for age proof)
- Self-attested copy of Degree Certificate(s)
- Experience Certificate(s) and Relieving Letter
- Last Month’s Salary Slip
- Scanned photograph (390 x 520 pixels, max 120 KB)
- Scanned signature, not in capital letters (240 x 240 pixels, max 60 KB)
How to Apply Online?
Applications are accepted only through the official TMB careers portal. Follow these steps carefully:
- Visit the Bank’s official website at apps.tmbdigital.bank.in/tmb_careers and download the detailed advertisement to confirm your eligibility.
- Click “Apply Online” and register for the post of “Specialist Officer (I.T)” using a valid personal email ID and mobile number.
- Note the Registration Number and Password sent to your registered mobile number, and click the activation link sent to your email.
- Log in to the careers portal and carefully fill in all required details across each page, saving as you go.
- Upload your photograph (390 x 520 px, max 120 KB) and signature (240 x 240 px, max 60 KB).
- Upload the required enclosures — educational certificates, experience certificates, relieving letter, and salary slip — each under 250 KB.
- Review all details carefully, then click “Confirm/Submit” to complete your registration.
- Save the system-generated copy of your application sent to your registered email, and take a printout for future reference.
Important Links
Use the links below to download the notification, apply online, and visit the official website.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Conclusion
TMB Specialist Officer (IT) Recruitment 2026 is a strong opportunity for experienced IT, Data Science, and Oracle professionals to join one of India’s leading private sector banks in specialized, senior-level roles.
Before applying, download and read the Official Notification carefully, confirm your eligibility, cadre, and experience match your target post, and complete your application before 6 September 2026. Best of luck with your application!