SBI PO Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 1500 Probationary Officer Posts
The State Bank of India (SBI) has officially released the notification for the recruitment of 1500 Probationary Officer (PO) posts across India. This is one of the most prestigious banking recruitment drives in the country and offers an excellent career opportunity for graduates seeking a career in the banking sector. Interested and eligible candidates can submit their online applications within the prescribed dates.
Recruitment Overview
- Organization: State Bank of India (SBI)
- Post Name: Probationary Officer (PO)
- Advertisement No.: CRPD/PO/2026-27/09
- Total Vacancies: 1500
- Job Location: All India
- Application Mode: Online
- Job Type: Permanent
Important Dates
Candidates should keep the following dates in mind while applying:
- Notification Released: 18 June 2026
- Online Application Started: 18 June 2026
- Last Date to Apply Online: 08 July 2026 (11:59 PM)
- Last Date for Fee Payment: 08 July 2026
- Admit Card Release: 2nd/3rd Week of July 2026
- Preliminary Examination: August 2026
- Preliminary Result: August/September 2026
- Main Examination: September 2026
- Main Result: September/October 2026
- Psychometric Test, Group Exercise & Interview: October/November 2026
- Final Result: November/December 2026
Vacancy Details
SBI has announced a total of 1500 vacancies for the post of Probationary Officer.
Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution
Category| Vacancies
General| 588
EWS| 144
OBC| 390
SC| 234
ST| 144
Total| 1500
Educational Qualification
Candidates applying for SBI PO Recruitment 2026 must possess a Bachelor's Degree in any discipline from a recognized University or Institution.
Age Limit
The age limit for SBI PO Recruitment 2026 is as follows:
- Minimum Age: 21 Years
- Maximum Age: 30 Years
- Age Calculation Date: 01 April 2026
Candidates belonging to reserved categories will be eligible for age relaxation as per Government and SBI rules.
Application Fee
The application fee can be paid through online mode only.
- General / OBC / EWS: ₹750/-
- SC / ST / PwBD: Nil
Selection Process
The selection process for SBI PO Recruitment 2026 consists of multiple stages:
1. Preliminary Examination
2. Main Examination
3. Psychometric Test
4. Group Exercise (20 Marks)
5. Personal Interview (30 Marks)
6. Document Verification
7. Medical Examination
Candidates must qualify each stage to proceed to the next phase of the recruitment process.
Salary and Benefits
Selected candidates will be appointed as Probationary Officers in SBI. The starting basic pay is ₹48,480 along with annual increments and several allowances. Employees will also receive benefits such as:
- Dearness Allowance (DA)
- House Rent Allowance (HRA)
- Provident Fund (PF)
- National Pension System (NPS)
- Medical Facilities
- Leave Travel Concession (LTC)
- Lease Rental Facility
- Other allowances as per SBI rules
The approximate annual CTC at the initial scale is around ₹21.97 Lakhs.
Preliminary Examination Pattern
Subject| Questions| Marks
English Language| 40| 40
Quantitative Aptitude| 30| 30
Reasoning Ability| 30| 30
Total| 100| 100
- Duration: 1 Hour
- Negative Marking: 1/4th Mark
- Mode of Exam: Online (CBT)
Main Examination Pattern
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
- Communication Skills
- Email Writing
- Situation Analysis
- Report Writing / Precis Writing
Important Links
How to Apply
Candidates can apply online by following these simple steps:
1. Visit the official SBI website.
2. Open the Careers/Recruitment section.
3. Click on SBI PO Recruitment 2026.
4. Complete the registration process.
5. Fill in the application form carefully.
6. Upload required documents.
7. Pay the application fee.
8. Submit the application form and take a printout for future reference.
Conclusion
SBI PO Recruitment 2026 provides a golden opportunity for graduates looking to build a successful career in the banking sector. With 1500 vacancies, attractive salary packages, career growth opportunities, and job security, candidates should not miss this recruitment drive. Interested applicants are advised to complete their online application before the last date and begin their preparation for the examination at the earliest.
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