Chief Economist – BOM

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Quick Info

Vacancies
Vacancies: 1
Employment Type
Employment Type: Contract
Qualification
Qualification: Post Graduation Degree in Economics with specialization in Monetary/ Financial Economics/ Econometrics; Doctorate is desirable.
Experience Required
Experience Required: Minimum 12 years of experience as an Economist in a Commercial Bank/Financial Institution or 12 years of teaching experience as a Lecturer/Professor.
Age Limit
Age Limit: Upto 55 years
Application Mode
Application Mode: Online
Deadline
Deadline:

The Chief Economist position at Bank of Maharashtra is a high-level contractual leadership role designed for seasoned professionals capable of providing strategic economic insights to top management. This recruitment for 1 vacancy offers a negotiable annual CTC based on experience, requiring a Post Graduation in Economics and extensive leadership background. Successful candidates will drive policy formulation and analyze global macroeconomic trends to enhance the bank's brand image and decision-making framework. This post is particularly attractive for experts seeking to represent a major public sector bank in national and international economic forums.

  • The engagement is on a contractual basis for an initial term of 3 years with a maximum extension up to 5 years.
  • Candidates must not exceed the maximum age limit of 55 years as of the specified cut-off date.
  • Selection involves a preliminary screening followed by a personal interview or discussion worth 100 marks.
  • The role is based at the Corporate Office in either Pune or Mumbai depending on administrative requirements.
  • Applicants should ensure they have at least 12 years of relevant experience as an economist or in senior teaching roles.
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Additional Salary Information

Annual CTC is negotiable and will depend upon experience and current emoluments of the candidate.

Important Dates

Notification Date 23 June 2026
Application Start Date 23 June 2026
Application Deadline 10 July 2026
Eligibility Cut-off Date 30 June 2026

Selection Process

Preliminary Screening of applications Written Examination (if required) Personal Interview / Discussion

Application Fees

UR / EWS / OBC: 1180 SC / ST / PwBD: 118

Reservation

1 Vacancy (UR)

How to Apply

  • Visit the official Bank of Maharashtra website and navigate to the 'Current Openings' section.
  • Click on the recruitment link for Specialist Officer Phase I 2026-27.
  • Register and fill out the online application form with accurate personal and professional details.
  • Upload scanned copies of the required documents including educational certificates, experience letters, and a brief resume.
  • Upload a recent passport-size photograph, signature, and a hand-written declaration as per the specified guidelines.
  • Pay the application fee online through the integrated payment gateway.
  • Review all entered information carefully before final submission.
  • Download and print a copy of the submitted application form for future reference.

Frequently Asked Questions

The remuneration for the Chief Economist is an annual CTC which is negotiable and depends on the candidate's experience and current emoluments.

A Post Graduation Degree in Economics, preferably with specialization in Monetary, Financial Economics, or Econometrics, is mandatory.

The maximum age limit for the Chief Economist position is 55 years.