SBI PO Recruitment 2026 Notification Out for 1500 Posts, Apply Online at SBI Careers
The State Bank of India (SBI) has officially released the SBI PO Recruitment 2026 Notification under Advertisement No. CRPD/PO/2026-27/09 for the recruitment of 1500 Probationary Officers (PO). The online application process started on 18 June 2026 and will remain open until 08 July 2026. Candidates possessing a Bachelor's Degree in any discipline can apply through the SBI Careers portal. SBI PO is one of the most prestigious banking examinations in India, offering excellent salary packages, career growth
Applications for this role have closed.
Last date to apply was Jul 8, 2026
Deadline: Jul 8, 2026 · Last date approaching
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Vacancy count, salary, fee, age limit, selection process, and qualification details are included below.
About SBI PO Recruitment 2026
The SBI Probationary Officer (PO) examination is conducted annually by the State Bank of India to recruit future officers for its branches across India. Selected candidates undergo structured training and are placed in Junior Management Grade Scale-I (JMGS-I).
This year, SBI has announced 1500 vacancies, making it one of the largest banking recruitments of 2026.
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 | Across India |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Qualification | Graduation |
| Age Limit | 21 to 30 Years |
| Selection Process | Prelims, Mains, Psychometric Test, Group Exercise & Interview |
| Basic Pay | ₹48,480 |
| Annual CTC | ₹21.97 Lakh |
| Official Website | SBI Careers Portal |
SBI PO Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Notification Release Date | 18 June 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 18 June 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 08 July 2026 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 08 July 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | July 2026 |
| Preliminary Exam | August 2026 |
| Prelims Result | August / September 2026 |
| Mains Exam | September 2026 |
| Mains Result | September / October 2026 |
| Interview & Group Exercise | October / November 2026 |
| Final Result | November / December 2026 |
SBI PO Vacancy 2026 Details
Category Wise Vacancy Distribution
| Category | Vacancies |
| General | 588 |
| EWS | 144 |
| OBC | 390 |
| SC | 234 |
| ST | 144 |
| Total | 1500 |
Vacancy Breakup
| Type | Vacancies |
| Regular Vacancies | 1446 |
| Backlog Vacancies | 54 |
| Total Vacancies | 1500 |
SBI PO Eligibility Criteria 2026
Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess:
- Bachelor's Degree in any discipline from a recognized University.
Final Year Students
Candidates in the final year or semester of graduation can also apply provisionally. However, they must produce proof of graduation on or before 30 September 2026.
SBI PO Age Limit 2026
Age will be calculated as on 01 April 2026.
| Criteria | Details |
| Minimum Age | 21 Years |
| Maximum Age | 30 Years |
| Date of Birth Range | 02 April 1996 to 01 April 2005 |
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
| OBC | 3 Years |
| SC/ST | 5 Years |
| PwBD (UR/EWS) | 10 Years |
| PwBD (OBC) | 13 Years |
| PwBD (SC/ST) | 15 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen | 5 Years |
SBI PO Application Fee 2026
| Category | Fee |
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹750 |
| SC / ST | Nil |
| PwBD | Nil |
Payment must be made through online mode only.
SBI PO Salary 2026
The SBI PO salary package is among the highest in the banking sector.
| Particular | Details |
| Starting Basic Pay | ₹48,480 |
| Pay Scale | ₹48,480-₹85,920 |
| Approximate In-Hand Salary | ₹80,000 - ₹82,000 per month |
| Annual CTC | ₹21.97 Lakh |
Additional Benefits
Selected officers will receive:
- Dearness Allowance (DA)
- House Rent Allowance (HRA)
- City Compensatory Allowance (CCA)
- National Pension System (NPS)
- Provident Fund
- Medical Facilities
- Leave Fare Concession (LFC)
- Lease Rental Facility
- Career Advancement Opportunities
SBI PO Selection Process 2026
The recruitment process consists of three phases:
Phase-I: Preliminary Examination
Prelims Exam Pattern
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
| English Language | 40 | 40 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 30 | 30 |
| Reasoning Ability | 30 | 30 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
Duration: 1 Hour
Negative Marking: 0.25 Marks
Phase-II: Main Examination
Objective Test
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
| Reasoning & Computer Aptitude | 40 | 60 |
| Data Analysis & Interpretation | 30 | 60 |
| General Awareness / Economy / Banking Knowledge | 60 | 60 |
| English Language | 40 | 20 |
| Total | 170 | 200 |
Descriptive Test
| Section | Questions | Marks |
| Email Writing, Situation Analysis, Report Writing / Precis Writing | 3 | 30 |
Total Marks
230 Marks
Phase-III
Candidates qualifying the Main Examination will appear for:
- Psychometric Test
- Group Exercise (20 Marks)
- Personal Interview (30 Marks)
Total Marks: 50
SBI PO 2026 Number of Attempts
| Category | Maximum Attempts |
| General / EWS | 6 |
| OBC | 9 |
| PwBD (OBC/UR/EWS) | 9 |
| SC/ST | Unlimited |
Only appearance in the Main Examination is counted as an attempt.
How to Apply for SBI PO Recruitment 2026
Follow these steps to apply online:
- Visit the SBI Careers portal.
- Open the Current Openings section.
- Click on SBI PO Recruitment 2026.
- Complete registration using a valid mobile number and email ID.
- Fill in personal and educational details.
- Upload photograph, signature, thumb impression, and handwritten declaration.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Submit the application form.
- Download and print the application form for future reference.
Why Choose SBI PO as a Career?
SBI PO remains one of India's most sought-after banking careers because it offers:
- Leadership-track officer role from day one
- Fast career progression
- Attractive salary package
- National and International posting opportunities
- Job Security
- Exposure to Digital Banking
- Promotion up to Top Management Grades
- Professional Development Programs
SBI PO 2026 Preparation Strategy
Candidates should focus on:
Quantitative Aptitude
- Arithmetic
- Data Interpretation
- Percentage
- Profit & Loss
- Probability
Reasoning Ability
- Puzzles
- Seating Arrangement
- Syllogism
- Coding-Decoding
- Blood Relations
English Language
- Reading Comprehension
- Error Detection
- Vocabulary
- Cloze Test
Banking Awareness
- RBI Policies
- Current Affairs
- Banking Terms
- Government Schemes
- Economy & Finance
Regular mock tests and previous year papers are essential for improving speed and accuracy.
SBI PO Recruitment 2026 Important Links
| Particular | Status |
| Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Apply Online Link | Click Here |
| SBI Careers Website | Click Here |
Applications for this role have closed.
Last date to apply was Jul 8, 2026
Deadline: Jul 8, 2026 · Last date approaching
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