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About the Post
The State Bank of India (SBI) has released the official notification for SBI Probationary Officer (PO) Recruitment 2026 under Advertisement No. CRPD/PO/2026-27/09. A total of 1500 Probationary Officer (PO) vacancies have been announced across India.
Graduates from any recognized university are eligible to apply online. The online application process starts on 18th June 2026 and will continue till 8th July 2026 through the official SBI Careers portal.
Interested candidates can check complete details regarding vacancy, eligibility, age limit, salary, selection process, exam pattern, important dates, application fee and online application process below.
SBI PO Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | State Bank of India (SBI) |
| Post Name | Probationary Officer (PO) |
| Advertisement No. | CRPD/PO/2026-27/09 |
| Total Vacancies | 1500 |
| Job Location | Anywhere in India |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Online Application Starts | 18 June 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 8 July 2026 |
| Official Website | https://sbi.bank.in |
Vacancy Details
Category-wise Vacancy
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| SC | 234 |
| ST | 144 |
| OBC | 390 |
| EWS | 144 |
| UR | 588 |
| Total | 1500 |
PwBD Vacancy
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Visually Impaired (VI) | 15 |
| Hearing Impaired (HI) | 16 |
| Locomotor Disability (LD) | 14 |
| Other Disabilities (d & e) | 16 |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess:
- Graduation in any discipline from a recognized university.
- Final year/semester students may also apply, provided they produce proof of graduation on or before 30 September 2026.
- Candidates possessing Engineering, Medical, CA, Cost Accountant or equivalent professional qualifications are also eligible.
Age Limit (As on 01 April 2026)
- Minimum Age: 21 Years
- Maximum Age: 30 Years
Candidates must have been born between 02 April 1996 and 01 April 2005 (both dates inclusive).
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| OBC (NCL) | 3 Years |
| SC/ST | 5 Years |
| PwBD (UR/EWS) | 10 Years |
| PwBD (OBC) | 13 Years |
| PwBD (SC/ST) | 15 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen | 5 Years |
Salary & Benefits
Selected candidates will receive a starting basic pay of ₹48,480/- in the pay scale of ₹48,480 – ₹85,920/-, along with several attractive allowances and benefits as per State Bank of India (SBI) rules.
Additional Benefits
- Dearness Allowance (DA)
- House Rent Allowance (HRA)
- City Compensatory Allowance (CCA)
- National Pension System (NPS)
- Provident Fund (PF)
- Medical Benefits
- Leave Fare Concession (LFC)
- Lease Rental Facility
- Other admissible allowances as per SBI norms
Approximate Cost to Company (CTC): ₹21.97 lakhs per annum (for Mumbai Centre).
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹750 |
| SC / ST / PwBD | Nil |
SBI PO Selection Process
Selection will be conducted in three phases:
Phase I
- Online Preliminary Examination
Phase II
- Online Main Examination
- Descriptive Test
Phase III
- Psychometric Test
- Group Exercise
- Personal Interview
Final selection will be based on marks obtained in the Main Examination and Phase III. Preliminary Exam marks will not be included in the final merit list.
Preliminary Exam Pattern
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| English Language | 40 | 40 | 20 Minutes |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 30 | 30 | 20 Minutes |
| Reasoning Ability | 30 | 30 | 20 Minutes |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 60 Minutes |
There is no sectional cut-off in the Preliminary Examination.
Main Exam Pattern
Objective Test
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reasoning & Computer Aptitude | 40 | 60 | 50 Minutes |
| Data Analysis & Interpretation | 30 | 60 | 45 Minutes |
| General Awareness/Economy/Banking | 60 | 60 | 45 Minutes |
| English Language | 40 | 20 | 40 Minutes |
| Total | 170 | 200 | 3 Hours |
Descriptive Test
| Test | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Communication Skills | 30 | 30 Minutes |
The descriptive paper includes:
- Email Writing
- Situation Analysis
- Report Writing or Precis Writing
Negative Marking
For every incorrect answer in both Preliminary and Main Objective Tests:
- 1/4th mark will be deducted.
- No deduction for unanswered questions.
Number of Attempts
| Category | Attempts |
|---|---|
| General / EWS | 6 |
| OBC | 9 |
| SC/ST | No Limit |
Bond Details
Selected candidates must execute a ₹2,00,000 Service Bond agreeing to serve SBI for a minimum period of 3 years.
Probation Period
Selected candidates will undergo:
- Two years of probation
- Continuous performance assessment
- Professional training before joining
How to Apply for SBI PO Recruitment 2026?
Candidates can apply online by following these steps:
- Visit the SBI Careers portal.
- Open the Current Openings section.
- Click on SBI PO Recruitment 2026.
- Register using a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Fill in the online application form carefully.
- Upload the required documents.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Submit the application.
- Download and print the confirmation page for future reference.
Documents Required
- Passport-size Photograph
- Signature
- Left Thumb Impression
- Handwritten Declaration
- Graduation Certificates
- Valid Photo ID
- Category Certificate (if applicable)
- PwBD Certificate (if applicable)
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | June 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 18 June 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 8 July 2026 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 8 July 2026 |
| PET | July 2026 |
| Admit Card | 2nd/3rd Week of July 2026 |
| Preliminary Exam | August 2026 |
| Prelims Result | August/September 2026 |
| Main Exam | September 2026 |
| Main Result | September/October 2026 |
| Psychometric Test | October/November 2026 |
| Group Exercise & Interview | October/November 2026 |
| Final Result | November/December 2026 |
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| SBI Careers Portal | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions(FAQs)
How many vacancies are available in SBI PO Recruitment 2026?
A total of 1500 Probationary Officer vacancies have been announced.
What is the last date to apply?
8 July 2026.
What is the educational qualification?
Graduation in any discipline from a recognized university.
What is the salary of an SBI Probationary Officer?
The starting Basic Pay is ₹48,480, with an approximate annual CTC of ₹21.97 lakh.
Is there negative marking?
Yes. 0.25 marks will be deducted for each incorrect answer in the Objective Tests.