SBI PO Recruitment 2026: State Bank of India (SBI) has released the official notification for the recruitment of Probationary Officers (PO) under Advertisement No. CRPD/PO/2026-27/09. SBI has announced 1500 vacancies for Probationary Officer posts across India. Eligible graduates can submit their online applications from 18 June 2026 to 08 July 2026 through the official SBI Careers portal.
SBI PO is one of the most prestigious banking examinations in India, offering excellent career growth, attractive salary, job security, leadership opportunities, and nationwide postings. The recruitment process consists of Preliminary Examination, Main Examination, Psychometric Test, Group Exercise, and Interview. Candidates are advised to carefully review the eligibility criteria, vacancy details, age limit, application fee, and selection process before applying online.
SBI PO Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization Name | State Bank of India (SBI) |
| Post Name | Probationary Officer (PO) |
| Advertisement No. | CRPD/PO/2026-27/09 |
| Total Vacancies | 1500 Posts |
| Job Location | Across India |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Online Registration Start | 18 June 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 08 July 2026 |
| Selection Process | Prelims, Mains, Psychometric Test, Group Exercise & Interview |
| Official Website | SBI Careers |
SBI PO Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 18 June 2026 |
| Apply Online Start Date | 18 June 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 08 July 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 08 July 2026 |
| Prelims Admit Card | July 2026 |
| Preliminary Exam | August 2026 |
| Prelims Result | August / September 2026 |
| Main Exam | September 2026 |
| Interview / Group Exercise | October / November 2026 |
| Final Result | November / December 2026 |
SBI PO Recruitment 2026 Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹750/- |
| SC / ST / PwBD | Nil |
Application fee once paid will not be refunded under any circumstances.
SBI PO Recruitment 2026 Vacancies, Qualification
| Category | Vacancy |
|---|---|
| SC | 234 |
| ST | 144 |
| OBC | 390 |
| EWS | 144 |
| UR | 588 |
| Total | 1500 |
Educational Qualification
| Post Name | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Probationary Officer (PO) | Graduation in any discipline from a recognized University. Final year students can also apply provisionally, subject to producing proof of passing graduation on or before 30 September 2026. |
SBI PO Recruitment 2026 Age Limit
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 |
SBI PO Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
The selection process consists of the following stages:
- Phase-I: Preliminary Examination
- Phase-II: Main Examination
- Psychometric Test
- Group Exercise
- Personal Interview
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
Final merit will be prepared based on marks obtained in the Main Examination and Phase-III process. Prelims marks will not be counted in the final merit list.
SBI PO Recruitment 2026 Exam Pattern
Phase-I: Preliminary Examination
| 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 |
Phase-II: Main Examination
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reasoning & Computer Aptitude | 40 | 60 | 50 Min |
| Data Analysis & Interpretation | 30 | 60 | 45 Min |
| General Awareness / Economy / Banking Knowledge | 60 | 60 | 45 Min |
| English Language | 40 | 20 | 40 Min |
| Objective Test Total | 170 | 200 | 3 Hours |
Descriptive Test
| Section | Marks |
|---|---|
| Email Writing | |
| Situation Analysis | |
| Report Writing / Precis Writing | |
| Total | 30 Marks |
Negative Marking: 1/4th mark will be deducted for every wrong answer in Objective Tests.
SBI PO Recruitment 2026 Salary
The starting basic pay of SBI Probationary Officer is ₹48,480/- with four advance increments. The approximate annual CTC at Mumbai center is ₹21.97 Lakh. In addition to basic pay, officers are entitled to DA, HRA, CCA, PF, NPS, Medical Benefits, Leave Fare Concession, Lease Rental Facility, and other allowances as per bank rules.
How to Apply for SBI PO Recruitment 2026
Candidates can apply online through the SBI Careers website from 18 June 2026 to 08 July 2026. Applicants should keep scanned copies of their photograph, signature, left-hand thumb impression, handwritten declaration, and required educational documents ready before filling out the online application form. After successful registration, candidates must pay the application fee through Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, or UPI and submit the application before the last date.
SBI PO Recruitment 2026 Important Links
| Description | Status |
|---|---|
| SBI PO Recruitment 2026 Apply Online | Apply Online |
| SBI PO Recruitment 2026 Official Notification | Notification |
| SBI Official Website | SBI Bank |
