TMB Recruitment 2026
Specialist Officer (IT) – Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Development & Data Science
Tamilnad Mercantile Bank Ltd. Specialist IT Roles Official Notification⏳ Application Deadline Status
Last date: 19 May 2026
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1. Recruitment Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Tamilnad Mercantile Bank Ltd. (TMB) |
| Organization type | Private-sector bank |
| Recruitment | Specialist Officers – IT |
| Recruitment year | 2026 |
| Employment basis | Regular basis, as stated in the advertisement |
| Application mode | Online only |
| IT vacancy posting | Chennai, subject to transfer based on requirements |
| Application fee | Nil |
| Selection | Shortlisting and personal interview |
| Official website | TMB official website |
| Careers portal | TMB Careers |
2. Computer Science & IT Job Titles
The official April–May 2026 advertisement included multiple IT and technology-related roles. The key roles and their published requirements are summarised below.
Software Developer
Team leadership, full-stack development, Java, Spring Boot, APIs, mobile applications and cloud-related development.
Software Developer
Java/Spring Boot, APIs, web and mobile development, microservices, cloud and secure software development.
Software Engineer – Lead API Developer
API architecture, Java, REST/SOAP, GraphQL, Angular/Node.js, microservices and team leadership.
IT Infrastructure – Lead Systems/Servers
Server administration, databases, networking, storage, virtualisation, Linux/Windows and cloud.
Data Scientist
Python/R, predictive modelling, statistics, data analysis and visualisation tools.
Statistician
Statistical modelling, analysis, R, SAS and analytical problem-solving.
Software Engineer – CBS Customization/Admin
Finacle CBS scripting, Java, Unix scripts, testing, customisation and banking products.
Oracle HCM – Payroll & Integrations
Oracle Fusion Payroll, OIC, HDL, Fast Formulas and payroll integration.
Oracle HCM – Talent, Workflow & Experience
Oracle HCM, Talent Management, VBCS, BPM Worklist, Learning Management and OTBI.
The official advertisement contains additional role descriptions and desirable experience. Refer to the PDF for the complete role-wise wording.
Download the official April–May 2026 recruitment advertisement ↗
3. Number of Vacancies
The official advertisement lists multiple Specialist Officer (IT) roles but does not publish a consolidated vacancy count for the IT section in the available notice.
- Do not assume one vacancy for each job title.
- The advertisement does not provide a reliable total to publish as the number of IT vacancies.
- Use the official careers portal for any later vacancy update or corrigendum.
Vacancy count: Not specified in the official advertisement.
4. Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online application start date | 29 April 2026 |
| Online application closing date | 19 May 2026 |
| Application status | Closed |
| Interview date | To be communicated individually to shortlisted candidates |
Earlier 2026 Specialist Officer (IT) notice
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Opening date | 20 February 2026 |
| Closing date | 27 February 2026 |
5. Eligibility Criteria
Eligibility varied by role, grade and technical specialisation. The advertisement generally required the relevant Computer Science / Information Technology / MCA qualification for software and IT infrastructure positions.
Applicants also needed to meet the role-specific work experience and age conditions. Some senior positions required banking or FinTech industry experience and demonstrated team leadership.
6. Educational Qualifications
The official IT advertisement specifies the following qualifications for the relevant role groups:
- Software Developer: B.E./B.Tech in Computer Science / Information Technology, MCA or equivalent degree from a reputed university.
- Lead API Developer: B.E./B.Tech in Computer Science / Information Technology, MCA or equivalent degree.
- IT Infrastructure – Lead Systems/Servers: M.E./M.Tech in Computer Science / Information Technology, MCA or equivalent degree.
- Data Scientist: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics or a related field.
- Statistician: Master's degree or PhD in Statistics, Mathematics or a related field.
- Software Engineer – CBS Customization/Admin: B.E./B.Tech in Computer Science / Information Technology, MCA or equivalent degree.
- Oracle HCM roles: B.E./B.Tech in Computer Science / Information Technology, MCA or equivalent degree.
7. Age Limit
| Position | Maximum age as on 31 March 2026 |
|---|---|
| Technical Executive | 40 years |
| IT Infrastructure – Lead Systems/Servers | 40 years |
| Software Engineer – Lead API Developer | 40 years |
| Software Developer – Manager | 35 years |
| Data Scientist | 35 years |
| Statistician | 35 years |
| Software Developer – Assistant Manager | 30 years |
| Software Engineer – CBS Customization/Admin | 30 years |
| Oracle HCM positions | 30 years |
Age limits are reproduced from the official advertisement. Check the exact post section in the PDF before relying on a particular age condition.
8. Application Fee
Application fee: Nil (₹0).
The April–May 2026 official advertisement states that no application fee is payable for this recruitment drive.
9. Selection Process
The official advertisement describes the following selection process:
- Online application submission.
- Scrutiny of applications and eligibility details.
- Shortlisting of suitable candidates.
- Personal interview, either directly or through video conferencing.
- Final selection decision by the bank.
The advertisement does not announce a common written examination for these IT vacancies. Shortlisted candidates are informed individually about the interview.
10. Salary / Pay Scale
The IT positions are associated with different officer grades, including Assistant Manager, Manager, Senior Manager and Assistant Vice President.
The advertisement does not provide a single consolidated salary figure for all IT positions. Remuneration is associated with the applicable officer scale/cadre and bank terms.
Salary figures: Refer to the official advertisement or bank communication for the applicable grade-specific remuneration. Do not rely on unofficial salary estimates.
11. Job Location
| Role group | Posting information |
|---|---|
| Specialist Officer (IT) vacancies | Chennai |
| Transfer condition | Job role and location are subject to transfer based on bank requirements. |
12. Experience Requirements
| Role | Experience requirement / preference |
|---|---|
| Technical Executive | Minimum 12 years in Banking/FinTech software development; 5–7 years leading software teams. |
| IT Infrastructure – Lead Systems/Servers | Minimum 7 years in application/database/network infrastructure maintenance. |
| Lead API Developer | Minimum 7 years in Banking/FinTech software development; at least 5 years leading teams is specified in the role details. |
| Software Developer – Manager | Minimum 8 years in Banking/FinTech software development. |
| Data Scientist | 3 years' experience is desirable in banking, financial institutions or large databases. |
| Statistician | 5 years' experience is desirable in banking, financial institutions or large databases. |
| Software Developer – Assistant Manager | Minimum 3 years in software development, testing or maintenance. |
| CBS Customization/Admin | Minimum 3 years in large banking software. |
| Oracle HCM – Payroll & Integrations | Minimum 2 years in relevant financial compliance, data integrity and backend systems. |
| Oracle HCM – Talent, Workflow & Experience | Minimum 3 years in relevant HR technology modules. |
13. Skills and Certifications
Software Development
- Java / J2EE and Spring Boot.
- Microservices and REST/SOAP APIs or GraphQL.
- Angular, Node.js and full-stack development.
- Git, Jenkins, Maven and CI/CD pipelines.
- SQL and NoSQL database design.
- Agile / Scrum and software testing.
- Cloud platforms such as AWS and GCP.
- Mobile application development using native, hybrid or Flutter technologies.
Data Science
- Python or R programming.
- Predictive modelling and statistical analysis.
- Data visualisation using SAS, Tableau or Power BI.
- Analytical problem-solving and communication.
IT Infrastructure
- Oracle, MS SQL and PostgreSQL databases.
- Windows Server, AIX and Linux administration.
- Network architecture, storage and Active Directory.
- VMware, Hyper-V, Nutanix, OpenShift and Kubernetes.
- Cloud computing knowledge.
Certifications mentioned
- Technical Executive: PMP / PSPO / CSPO certification is specified as mandatory in the notice.
- IT Infrastructure: OCA/OCP or CCNA/CCNP certifications are mentioned.
- Oracle HCM Payroll: Oracle Payroll Cloud and Oracle Cloud Platform Application Integration certifications are desirable.
- Oracle HCM Talent: Oracle Global Human Resources Cloud and Oracle Talent Management Cloud certifications are desirable.
Always distinguish a mandatory certification from a desirable one in the relevant role description.
14. Application Mode
Application mode: Online only.
- Open the official TMB Careers portal.
- Find the relevant Specialist Officer recruitment advertisement.
- Read the complete post-specific eligibility details.
- Register with a valid personal email address and mobile number.
- Activate the registration through the email link.
- Log in using the registration details sent by the bank.
- Complete the application and upload the required documents.
- Submit the form and save the confirmation and system-generated application copy.
15. Exam / Interview Date
The official advertisement does not announce a common written examination date for the IT roles.
Shortlisted candidates are called for a personal interview, either directly or through video conferencing. The bank communicates the interview mode, date and time individually to eligible candidates.
16. Reservation / Quota Details
The IT section of the official advertisement does not provide a category-wise vacancy table or a consolidated reservation breakdown.
For any applicable category-related conditions or relaxations, refer to the official advertisement and bank recruitment instructions. Do not assume a reservation distribution that is not printed in the notice.
17. Document Checklist
The official advertisement lists the following upload requirements. Prepare the documents in the prescribed format and size.
Supporting document size: The notice says each supporting enclosure should not exceed 250 KB.
This checklist follows the April–May 2026 advertisement. Refer to the PDF for any additional role-specific documents.
18. Contact / Helpline Information
| Information | Official link / details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Tamilnad Mercantile Bank Ltd. |
| Official website | www.tmbnet.in |
| Careers portal | TMB Careers |
| Recruitment advertisement | Official PDF |
| Recruitment support | Use the official contact/support details displayed on the TMB Careers portal. |
Do not use contact numbers or email addresses from unofficial job-alert websites for recruitment queries.
19. Frequently Asked Questions
Is TMB recruiting Computer Science candidates in 2026?
Yes. TMB published 2026 Specialist Officer (IT) advertisements with software development, data science, infrastructure, CBS and Oracle HCM technology roles.
What was the last date for the April–May 2026 IT recruitment?
The official advertisement listed 19 May 2026 as the closing date. That application window is closed.
What was the application fee?
The official April–May 2026 advertisement states that the application fee was nil.
Was there a written examination?
The official notice describes shortlisting and personal interview, either directly or through video conferencing. It does not announce a common written examination for the IT vacancies.
What was the job location?
The notice states that IT vacancies would be posted at Chennai, with transfer possible based on bank requirements.
How many IT vacancies were announced?
The advertisement lists multiple IT roles but does not provide a consolidated total vacancy count for the IT section.
Can freshers apply?
The listed IT roles specify relevant experience requirements, which vary by position. The published requirements should be checked before applying.
Where can I check future TMB IT vacancies?
Use the official TMB Careers portal and check for new Specialist Officer or IT advertisements.
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