SBI PO Recruitment 2026 notification has been officially released by the State Bank of India for the post of Probationary Officer, inviting applications for a massive 1500 vacancies through Advertisement No. CRPD/PO/2026-27/09. Graduates from any discipline can apply online from 18 June 2026 to 08 July 2026. This is one of the most awaited banking recruitment notifications of the year, offering candidates a chance to join India’s largest and most trusted public sector bank as a Probationary Officer in Junior Management Grade Scale-I, with excellent career growth, attractive pay, and the prestige of working with SBI.
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SBI PO Recruitment 2026 Overview – 1500 Probationary Officer Vacancies
| Particular | Details |
| Organisation Name | State Bank of India (SBI) |
| Post Name | Probationary Officer (PO) |
| Advertisement No. | CRPD/PO/2026-27/09 |
| Total Vacancies | 1500 |
| Eligibility Qualification | Graduation in any discipline |
| Age Limit | 21 to 30 Years (as on 01.04.2026) |
| Application Mode | Online (sbi.bank.in) |
| Registration Start Date | 18 June 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 08 July 2026 |
| Selection Process | Prelims, Mains, Psychometric Test, Group Exercise & Interview |
| Job Type | Public Sector Bank Job |
| Official Website | sbi.bank.in |
SBI PO Recruitment 2026 is one of the largest banking recruitment drives in recent years, with 1500 vacancies announced for the post of Probationary Officer across the country. The recruitment process consists of three phases — Preliminary Examination, Main Examination, and finally a Psychometric Test along with Group Exercise and Interview. Candidates from any educational background, including Engineering, Medical, CA, and Cost Accountancy, are eligible to apply for this prestigious post.
SBI PO Recruitment 2026 – Category Wise Vacancy Breakup (1500 Posts)
The total 1500 vacancies for SBI Probationary Officer 2026 are divided into Regular and Backlog vacancies across all categories. Below is the complete category-wise breakup:
| Category | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | UR | Total |
| Regular Vacancies | 216 | 108 | 390 | 144 | 588 | 1446 |
| Backlog Vacancies | 18 | 36 | — | — | — | 54 |
| Total Vacancies | 234 | 144 | 390 | 144 | 588 | 1500 |
In addition to the above, horizontal reservation is also provided for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD), with 15 vacancies for Visually Impaired (VI), 16 for Hearing Impaired (HI), 14 for Locomotor Disability (LD), and 16 for candidates under the d&e category (Autism Spectrum Disorder-Mild, Mental Illness, and Multiple Disabilities). The above vacancies are provisional and may vary depending on the Bank’s actual requirement at the time of final selection.
SBI PO Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria – Age Limit and Educational Qualification
Age Limit (As on 01.04.2026): Candidates must be not below 21 years and not above 30 years, meaning candidates should have been born between 02 April 1996 and 01 April 2005 (both dates inclusive).
| Category | Age Relaxation |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 Years |
| SC / ST | 5 Years |
| PwBD (UR/EWS) | 10 Years |
| PwBD (OBC) | 13 Years |
| PwBD (SC/ST) | 15 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen/Commissioned Officers | 5 Years |
Note: Cumulative age relaxation will not be available under combination of two or more categories together. Candidates seeking age relaxation are required to submit relevant certificates at the time of Group Exercise/Interview, if shortlisted.
Educational Qualification (As on 30.09.2026): Candidates must hold a Graduation degree in any discipline from a recognized University, or an equivalent qualification recognized by the Central Government. Candidates in the final year/semester of graduation can also apply provisionally, subject to producing proof of passing on or before 30 September 2026. Candidates with Medical, Engineering, Chartered Accountancy, or Cost Accountancy qualifications are also eligible to apply for SBI PO Recruitment 2026.
SBI PO Recruitment 2026 – Number of Attempts Allowed
| Category | Maximum Permissible Chances |
| UR / EWS | 6 |
| UR (PwBD) / EWS (PwBD) / OBC / OBC (PwBD) | 9 |
| SC / SC (PwBD) / ST / ST (PwBD) | No Restriction |
Appearing in the Main Examination is counted as one chance, while appearing only in the Preliminary Examination is not counted as a chance. Candidates who have already exhausted the maximum permissible number of chances are not eligible to apply for SBI PO Recruitment 2026.
SBI PO Recruitment 2026 Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
| General / EWS / OBC | ₹750/- (Non-refundable) |
| SC / ST / PwBD | Nil (No Fee) |
Fee can be paid through online mode only, using Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, or UPI. Application fee once paid will not be refunded under any circumstances, nor can it be held in reserve for any other examination or selection.
SBI PO Recruitment 2026 Selection Process – Prelims, Mains, Psychometric Test, GE & Interview
The selection process for SBI PO Recruitment 2026 will be conducted through a three-phase process:
Phase-I: Preliminary Examination
| Test Name | No. of Questions | Marks | Duration |
| English Language | 40 | 100 | 20 Minutes |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 30 | 20 Minutes | |
| Reasoning Ability | 30 | 20 Minutes | |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 1 Hour |
Candidates numbering approximately 10 times the number of vacancies in each category will be shortlisted for the Main Examination, based on the aggregate marks scored in the Preliminary Exam. There is no sectional cut-off in the Preliminary Examination.
Phase-II: Main Examination
| Test | No. of Questions | Max. Marks | Duration |
| Reasoning & Computer Aptitude | 40 | 60 | 50 Minutes |
| Data Analysis & Interpretation | 30 | 60 | 45 Minutes |
| General Awareness / Economy / Banking Knowledge | 60 | 60 | 45 Minutes |
| English Language | 40 | 20 | 40 Minutes |
| Descriptive Paper (Email, Situation Analysis, Report/Precis Writing) | 3 | 30 | 30 Minutes |
| Grand Total | 173 | 230 | 3 Hours 30 Minutes |
Each candidate must score a minimum qualifying mark in every section individually, as well as an overall minimum aggregate qualifying score. There will be a penalty of 1/4th of the marks assigned to a question for every wrong answer in both Preliminary and Main Examination. No penalty applies for unattempted questions.
Phase-III: Psychometric Test, Group Exercise & Personal Interview
| Test Structure | Group Exercise | Interview | Total |
| Maximum Marks | 20 | 30 | 50 |
The Psychometric Test is conducted for personality profiling, and its findings are shared with the Interview panel. The marks obtained in Phase-II (Main Examination, both Objective and Descriptive) and Phase-III (Group Exercise & Interview) are normalized to 100 marks — 75 marks for Main Examination and 25 marks for Group Exercise & Interview — to prepare the final merit list. Marks obtained in the Preliminary Examination are not added to the final merit list.
SBI PO Recruitment 2026 Salary, Pay Scale and CTC Details
Selected candidates for SBI PO Recruitment 2026 will start with a basic pay of ₹48,480/- (plus 4 advance increments) in the pay scale of 48480-2000/7-62480-2340/2-67160-2680/7-85920, applicable to Junior Management Grade Scale-I. In addition to basic pay, officials are eligible for Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), City Compensatory Allowance (CCA), Provident Fund, Contributory Pension Fund (NPS), Leave Fare Concession (LFC), Medical Facility, Lease Rental Facility, and other allowances and perquisites as per Bank rules. The approximate CTC at the initial scale of pay at Mumbai centre is ₹21.97 Lakhs per annum.
SBI PO Recruitment 2026 – Joining, Training, Bond and Career Path
Selected candidates will be provided basic banking knowledge through an online course, to be completed before joining. At the time of joining, candidates will have to execute a Bond worth ₹2.00 Lakhs to serve the Bank for a minimum period of three years. The bond will be invoked if the candidate resigns before completing three years of service. On joining, selected candidates will be designated as “Probationary Officers” and will remain on probation for two years, subject to continuous assessment. Those who clear the assessment standards will be confirmed in Junior Management Grade Scale-I. SBI offers excellent career growth opportunities, including postings abroad, with an attractive promotion policy for meritorious officers to reach Top Management Grade quickly.
SBI PO Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Online Registration Start Date | 18 June 2026 |
| Last Date for Online Registration & Fee Payment | 08 July 2026 |
| Download of Preliminary Exam Call Letter | 2nd/3rd Week of July 2026 onwards |
| Phase-I: Preliminary Examination | August 2026 |
| Result of Preliminary Examination | August/September 2026 |
| Phase-II: Main Examination | September 2026 |
| Result of Main Examination | September/October 2026 |
| Phase-III: Psychometric Test, GE & Interview | October/November 2026 |
| Declaration of Final Result | November/December 2026 |
| Pre-Examination Training (SC/ST/OBC/PwBD) | July 2026 |
How to Apply for SBI PO Recruitment 2026 – Step by Step Online Application Guide
- Visit the official SBI Careers website at sbi.bank.in/web/careers/current-openings
- Click on the link for Advertisement No. CRPD/PO/2026-27/09 and read the detailed notification carefully
- Keep a scanned image of your photograph, signature, left-hand thumb impression, and hand-written declaration ready as per the prescribed specifications before starting registration
- Register on the portal and fill in the online application form carefully with personal, academic, and contact details
- Upload your photograph, signature, left-hand thumb impression, and hand-written declaration in the specified formats and sizes
- Also capture and upload a live photograph through webcam or mobile phone as required during registration
- Pay the application fee of ₹750/- (for General/EWS/OBC) through Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, or UPI. SC/ST/PwBD candidates are exempted from fee payment
- Recheck all details carefully before final submission, since no changes will be allowed after submission
- Submit the application and take a printout of the system-generated application form and e-receipt for your own record
- Download your Preliminary Exam Call Letter from the SBI website closer to the exam date using your registration number and password
Important: Candidates should apply only once. In case of multiple applications, only the last valid (completed) application will be retained, and fees paid for earlier registrations will stand forfeited. No category change is permitted after final submission of the online application.
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SBI PO Recruitment 2026 – Documents Required at the Time of Examination/Interview
- Printout of the submitted Online Application Form and e-Receipt of fee payment
- Original Preliminary Exam Call Letter with authenticated copy of ID proof (to be carried for Main Exam)
- Main Examination Call Letter and Acquaint Yourself Booklet
- One Photo Identity Proof in original — Passport / Aadhaar / PAN Card / Driving Licence / Voter ID / Bank Passbook with attested photograph / Identity Card issued by School or College
- Self-attested photocopy of the above-mentioned ID proof
- Two additional photographs same as the one uploaded and pasted on the call letter
- Graduation Degree Certificate and Marksheets (or proof of appearing in final year, if applicable)
- Category/Caste Certificate in the prescribed Government of India format (for SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS/PwBD candidates)
- OBC Non-Creamy Layer Certificate issued on or after 01.04.2026 (for OBC category candidates)
- Income & Asset Certificate for Financial Year 2025-26 (for EWS category candidates)
- PwBD Disability Certificate issued by Competent Authority, dated on or before the last date of registration (for PwBD candidates)
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from current employer, for candidates already working in Government/PSU/Bank jobs
SBI PO Recruitment 2026 – Important Links
| Action | Link |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Notification PDF | Download |
| SBI Official Careers Website | sbi.bank.in |
FAQs – SBI PO Recruitment 2026
SBI PO Recruitment 2026 is an official notification released by the State Bank of India under Advertisement No. CRPD/PO/2026-27/09 for the recruitment of Probationary Officers. A total of 1500 vacancies have been announced, comprising 1446 regular vacancies and 54 backlog vacancies across SC, ST, OBC, EWS, and UR categories. This is one of the biggest banking recruitment drives in recent times, and graduates from any discipline including Engineering, Medical, CA, and Cost Accountancy are eligible to apply.
The online registration window for SBI PO Recruitment 2026 opened on 18 June 2026 and will close on 08 July 2026. Both registration and payment of application fee must be completed within this window. Candidates are strongly advised to apply well before the closing date and not wait until the last day, since heavy internet traffic or technical issues on the website could prevent timely submission of the application.
Candidates applying for SBI PO Recruitment 2026 must be between 21 and 30 years of age as on 01 April 2026, meaning they should be born between 02 April 1996 and 01 April 2005. Age relaxation is available for reserved categories — 3 years for OBC (Non-Creamy Layer), 5 years for SC/ST, and up to 15 years for PwBD (SC/ST) candidates. In terms of qualification, candidates must hold a Graduation degree in any discipline from a recognized university as on 30 September 2026. Final-year students can also apply provisionally, subject to producing proof of passing by the specified date.
The starting basic pay for SBI PO Recruitment 2026 is ₹48,480/- per month, plus 4 advance increments, in the Junior Management Grade Scale-I pay scale. Along with basic pay, selected officers receive Dearness Allowance, House Rent Allowance, City Compensatory Allowance, Provident Fund, NPS contribution, Leave Fare Concession, and medical benefits. The approximate total CTC at the initial pay scale for a Mumbai posting works out to around ₹21.97 Lakhs per annum, making it one of the most attractive entry-level banking salaries in the public sector.
SBI PO Recruitment 2026 follows a three-phase selection process. Phase-I is the Preliminary Examination of 100 marks covering English Language, Quantitative Aptitude, and Reasoning Ability, used only for shortlisting. Phase-II is the Main Examination of 230 marks, consisting of an Objective Test (Reasoning & Computer Aptitude, Data Analysis & Interpretation, General Awareness, and English Language) plus a Descriptive Test on Email/Situation Analysis/Report or Precis Writing. Phase-III consists of a Psychometric Test followed by a Group Exercise and Personal Interview worth 50 marks. The final merit list is prepared by normalizing Phase-II and Phase-III marks out of 100, with marks from the Preliminary Exam not counted in the final merit.
The application fee for SBI PO Recruitment 2026 is ₹750/- for General, EWS, and OBC category candidates, while SC, ST, and PwBD candidates are completely exempted from any fee. Payment can only be made online through Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, or UPI. The fee, once paid, is non-refundable and cannot be carried forward or adjusted for any other examination conducted by the Bank.
The maximum number of permissible attempts for SBI PO Recruitment depends on the candidate’s category. UR and EWS candidates get a maximum of 6 attempts, while UR (PwBD), EWS (PwBD), OBC, and OBC (PwBD) candidates get 9 attempts. SC, ST, SC (PwBD), and ST (PwBD) candidates have no restriction on the number of attempts. It’s worth noting that only appearing in the Main Examination counts as an attempt — simply appearing in the Preliminary Examination does not count towards the attempt limit.
Yes, selected candidates under SBI PO Recruitment 2026 are required to execute a Bond worth ₹2.00 Lakhs at the time of joining, committing to serve the Bank for a minimum period of three years. If a candidate resigns from the Bank’s service before completing three years from the date of joining, this bond amount will be invoked by the Bank. After joining, candidates will be designated as Probationary Officers and remain on probation for two years, subject to continuous performance assessment as per Bank policy, before being confirmed in Junior Management Grade Scale-I.