SBI PO Recruitment 2026 notification out. The State Bank of India has officially launched SBI PO Recruitment 2026, inviting online applications from eligible Indian graduates for 1500 Probationary Officer posts across the country. The online registration window is open from 18 June 2026 to 8 July 2026. This is one of the most sought-after banking careers in India, combining excellent pay, job security, and a clear path to senior leadership. If you are a graduate looking to enter India’s most trusted bank, this notification is for you. Visit careerverse.in for latest job notification, syllabus, direct apply online link, Education exams, Bank exam, SSC Exams etc., All notification in one place.
Quick Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization | State Bank of India (SBI) |
| Recruitment Name | Probationary Officer (PO) |
| Advertisement No. | CRPD/PO/2026-27/09 |
| Total Vacancies | 1500 |
| Post Name | Probationary Officer (JMGS-I) |
| Application Mode | Online Only |
| Application Start Date | 18 June 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 8 July 2026 |
| Age Limit | 21 to 30 years (as on 01.04.2026) |
| Educational Qualification | Graduation in any discipline |
| Official Website | https://sbi.bank.in/web/careers/current-openings |
Download SBI PO 2026 Notification PDF
SBI PO 2026 Exam: Important Dates
| Event | Tentative Date |
|---|---|
| Online Registration Opens | 18 June 2026 |
| Last Date for Application & Fee | 8 July 2026 |
| Pre-Examination Training (SC/ST/OBC/PwBD) | July 2026 |
| Download of Prelims Call Letter | 2nd/3rd week of July 2026 onwards |
| Phase-I: Preliminary Examination | August 2026 |
| Result of Preliminary Exam | August / September 2026 |
| Download of Mains Call Letter | August / September 2026 |
| Phase-II: Main Examination | September 2026 |
| Result of Main Examination | September / October 2026 |
| Phase-III: Psychometric Test, Group Exercise & Interview | October / November 2026 |
| Declaration of Final Result | November / December 2026 |
Note: Candidates should apply well before the last date to avoid server rush and technical difficulties on the portal.
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SBI PO 2026: Vacancy Details
Total Vacancies: 1500
| Category | Regular Vacancies | Backlog Vacancies | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| SC | 216 | 18 | 234 |
| ST | 108 | 36 | 144 |
| OBC | 390 | — | 390 |
| EWS | 144 | — | 144 |
| UR (Unreserved) | 588 | — | 588 |
| Total | 1446 | 54 | 1500 |
PwBD (Horizontal) Vacancies:
| PwBD Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Visually Impaired (VI) | 15 |
| Hearing Impaired (HI) | 16 |
| Locomotor Disability (LD) | 14 |
| Autism/Mental Illness/Multiple Disability (d&e) | 16 |
OBC vacancies are available only to non-creamy layer candidates. EWS candidates must produce a valid Income & Asset Certificate for FY 2025-26.
SBI PO 2026: Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit (as on 01.04.2026)
Minimum Age: 21 years | Maximum Age: 30 years
(Born not later than 01.04.2005 and not earlier than 02.04.1996)
Age Relaxation:
| Category | Relaxation (in years) |
|---|---|
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 |
| SC / ST | 5 |
| PwBD (UR / EWS) | 10 |
| PwBD (OBC) | 13 |
| PwBD (SC / ST) | 15 |
| Ex-Servicemen (with 5 years service) | 5 |
Cumulative age relaxation is not available. Category once chosen cannot be changed after submission.
Educational Qualification (as on 30.09.2026)
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Probationary Officer | Graduation in any discipline from a recognized university |
Final-year students may apply provisionally but must produce proof of passing on or before 30.09.2026. Candidates with Medical, Engineering, CA, or Cost Accountancy qualifications are also eligible.
Number of Permissible Attempts:
| Category | Maximum Attempts |
|---|---|
| UR / EWS | 6 |
| UR (PwBD) / EWS (PwBD) / OBC / OBC (PwBD) | 9 |
| SC / SC (PwBD) / ST / ST (PwBD) | No Restriction |
Appearing in the Main Examination counts as one attempt; the Preliminary Examination does not.
SBI PO 2026: Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) / EWS / OBC | ₹750/- |
| SC / ST / PwBD | Nil |
Payment can be made via UPI, debit/credit card, or net banking through the online portal. The fee is non-refundable under any circumstances.
SBI PO 2026: Salary and Pay Scale
The SBI PO pay scale is ₹48,480–2000/7–62,480–2340/2–67,160–2680/7–85,920, applicable to the Junior Management Grade Scale-I. The starting basic pay is ₹48,480 with four advance increments, placing the effective entry-level basic pay at ₹56,480.
A newly appointed SBI PO receives a gross monthly salary of around ₹93,342 and an in-hand salary of ₹80,000–₹85,000 after deductions. The annual CTC at the Mumbai centre is approximately ₹20.43 lakh.
Key Allowances:
Dearness Allowance (DA) is around 19.83% of Basic Pay. House Rent Allowance (HRA) ranges from 7–9% of basic pay depending on posting location. City Compensatory Allowance (CCA) ranges from 3–4% for metro and large cities. Officers also receive a Furniture Allowance of ₹1,20,000, full medical insurance coverage for self (and 75% for dependents), AC 2-tier travel reimbursement for official travel, and a monthly petrol allowance.
Additional benefits include NPS (National Pension System), Leave Fare Concession (LFC), lease rental facility, and concessionary interest rates on home loans, car loans, and personal loans. The salary is among the highest offered by any public sector bank in India, making SBI PO a genuinely competitive career choice at entry level.
SBI PO 2026 Exam: Selection Process
The selection for SBI PO Recruitment 2026 is conducted in three phases:
1. Phase-I: Preliminary Examination (August 2026)
An online qualifying test of 100 marks. Candidates 10 times the number of vacancies (category-wise) are shortlisted for the Main Exam. There is no sectional cut-off at this stage.
2. Phase-II: Main Examination (September 2026)
A two-part online test consisting of an Objective Test (200 marks, 3 hours) and a Descriptive Test (30 marks, 30 minutes). Candidates must meet sectional cut-offs in each section of the Objective Test and the Descriptive paper individually. Up to three times the number of vacancies (category-wise) are shortlisted for Phase-III.
3. Phase-III: Psychometric Test, Group Exercise & Personal Interview (October/November 2026)
The Psychometric Test assesses personality traits and is shared with the interview panel. The Group Exercise carries 20 marks and the Personal Interview carries 30 marks, totalling 50 marks. Minimum qualifying marks for both are decided by the bank.
Final Merit List: Mains and Phase-III scores are normalized to 100 marks (75 marks for Mains, 25 marks for Phase-III). Only Mains and Phase-III scores count in the final merit list; Prelims marks are excluded.
SBI PO 2026: Exam Pattern and Syllabus
Phase-I: Preliminary Examination
| Section | No. of Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| English Language | 40 | 100 (total) | 20 minutes |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 30 | 100 (total) | 20 minutes |
| Reasoning Ability | 30 | 100 (total) | 20 minutes |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 1 hour |
Phase-II: Main Examination — Objective Test
| Test | Section | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| I | Reasoning & Computer Aptitude | 40 | 60 | 50 min |
| II | Data Analysis & Interpretation | 30 | 60 | 45 min |
| III | General Awareness / Economy / Banking Knowledge | 60 | 60 | 45 min |
| IV | English Language | 40 | 20 | 40 min |
| Total | 170 | 200 | 3 hours |
Phase-II: Descriptive Test
| Component | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Emails / Situation Analysis / Report or Precis Writing | 3 | 30 | 30 minutes |
Negative Marking: 1/4th of the marks assigned to a question is deducted for each wrong answer in both Prelims and Mains. No penalty for unattempted questions.
Syllabus Overview:
Reasoning Ability (Prelims/Mains): Puzzles, Seating Arrangement, Syllogism, Coding-Decoding, Blood Relations, Direction Sense, Inequality, Ranking, Alphanumeric Series, Input-Output, Logical/Critical Reasoning, Data Sufficiency. Data Analysis & Interpretation: Table DI, Pie Chart, Line Graph, Bar Graph, Caselet DI, Missing DI, Probability, Permutation & Combination. General/Economy/Banking Awareness: Current Affairs, Banking Awareness, Financial Awareness, Static GK such as Currencies & Capitals, Awards & Honors, Books & Authors, National Parks.
Quantitative Aptitude (Prelims): Simplification, Number Systems, Ratio & Proportion, Percentage, Profit & Loss, Time & Work, Simple & Compound Interest, Data Interpretation.
English Language: Reading Comprehension, Grammar (Error Spotting, Fill in the Blanks), Para Jumbles, Vocabulary, Sentence Correction, Descriptive Writing (Letter/Email and Essay for Mains).
SBI PO 2026 Online Form: Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Join Us | WhatsApp (Click here) |
| Apply Online | Click here for Apply Online |
| Official Notification PDF | Click here (PDF) |
| Official Website | Click here |
| Admit Card | 7 to 10 days before exam |
| Result | Updated soon |
| Latest Online form | Click here |
| Sarkari Result | Click Here |
How to Apply Online — Step by Step
- Visit the official SBI Careers portal at https://sbi.bank.in/web/careers/current-openings.
- Click on Advertisement No. CRPD/PO/2026-27/09 under “Current Openings.”
- Read the notification carefully before clicking “Apply Online.”
- Register with a valid email ID and mobile number; note down your provisional registration number and password.
- Fill in all personal, educational, and category details accurately. No changes are permitted after final submission.
- Scan and upload your recent passport-size photograph (20–50 KB, JPG), signature (10–20 KB), left-hand thumb impression (20–50 KB), and hand-written declaration (50–100 KB) in the prescribed formats.
- Also capture and upload your live photograph using a webcam or mobile as prompted during registration.
- Review all details in the form carefully before proceeding to payment.
- Pay the application fee (₹750 for UR/EWS/OBC; Nil for SC/ST/PwBD) using UPI, debit/credit card, or net banking.
- On successful payment, an e-receipt and completed application form will be generated. Download and save it.
Take a printout of the submitted application for future reference. Do not send any hard copy to SBI.
Documents Required
| Document | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Scanned Photograph (Passport Size) | Online Application Upload |
| Scanned Signature | Online Application Upload |
| Left-Hand Thumb Impression (Scanned) | Online Application Upload |
| Hand-Written Declaration (Scanned) | Online Application Upload |
| Class 10 Certificate / Marksheet | Proof of Date of Birth |
| Graduation Certificate / Marksheet | Proof of Educational Qualification |
| Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS) | Proof of Reservation (at Interview stage) |
| PwBD Disability Certificate | Proof of Disability (if applicable) |
| Income & Asset Certificate (EWS) | Valid for FY 2025-26, issued by Competent Authority |
| OBC Non-Creamy Layer Certificate | Issued on or after 01.04.2026 |
| Aadhaar Card | Identity Verification at all stages |
| Valid Photo ID Proof | Passport / PAN Card / Voter ID / Driving License (at exam) |
| No Objection Certificate | For candidates serving in Govt./PSU (at Interview stage) |
Previous Year Cut-off
The SBI PO 2024–25 Prelims cut-off (out of 100) was approximately 61.75 for the General category, 60.50 for OBC, 60.25 for EWS, 55 for SC, and 49 for ST. The Mains cut-off (out of 250) was 87.50 for General/EWS and 75 for SC/ST/OBC/VI/LD candidates. The final cut-off (Mains + Interview, normalized to 100) was 46.24 for General, 40.96 for OBC, 36.85 for EWS, 32.50 for SC, and 33.36 for ST.
For SBI PO 2025 (Prelims held in August 2025), the prelims cut-off was 66.75 for General, 65.50 for OBC, 59.25 for SC, and 51.50 for ST.
The SBI PO 2026 cut-off will be released after each phase of the exam. Based on the trend above, General category candidates should aim for 65+ in Prelims and 90+ in Mains (out of 250) to comfortably clear the cutoff. However, the actual cut-off depends on vacancy numbers, exam difficulty, and the number of candidates appearing.
Preparation Tips
1. Master High-Weightage Topics in Reasoning First. Puzzles and Seating Arrangements consistently account for 15–20 questions in the Mains Reasoning section. Solving at least 5 complex puzzle sets daily will significantly improve your speed and accuracy in this section.
2. Build Speed in Data Interpretation from Day One. The Mains DI section carries 60 marks and features complex caselets and mixed chart types. Practice DI sets that combine two or three chart formats together, as these appear regularly in SBI PO Mains.
3. Read a Financial Newspaper Daily for Banking Awareness. The General/Economy/Banking Knowledge section carries 60 marks in Mains. Read the Economic Times or Business Standard every day, and maintain a running note of RBI policy changes, banking sector news, and major government schemes — these are high-probability topics.
4. Practice Descriptive Writing Every Week. The Descriptive Test (email, situation analysis, and report/precis) is a differentiator in the Mains. Practice one formal email and one essay per week from month two of your preparation. Focus on a clear structure, factual accuracy, and formal language.
5. Attempt Full-Length Mock Tests Under Timed Conditions. Given that Prelims has sectional timing (20 minutes per section), time management is critical. Take at least one full-length mock test per week for Prelims and one for Mains, and analyse your weak sections to course-correct before the actual exam.
About State Bank of India
State Bank of India is India’s largest public sector bank, with over 22,000 branches and more than 230,000 employees across the country and international offices in 30+ countries. Founded in 1955, SBI manages assets worth over ₹61 lakh crore and serves more than 500 million customers. It is consistently ranked among the top 50 global banks and recently won Gold in four categories at the Economic Times Human Capital Awards 2026. For officers, SBI offers one of the most structured promotion policies in the public sector, with meritorious performers able to reach senior management levels well within 10–15 years of service.
Career Growth Path:
Probationary Officer (JMGS-I) → Assistant Manager → Deputy Manager → Manager → Senior Manager → Chief Manager → Assistant General Manager → Deputy General Manager → General Manager → Managing Director → Chairman
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. What is the salary of an SBI Probationary Officer?
The SBI PO salary starts with a basic pay of ₹56,480 per month (including 4 advance increments), while the in-hand salary ranges between ₹80,000 and ₹82,000 per month depending on the posting city and deductions. The annual CTC at the Mumbai centre is approximately ₹20.43 lakh.
2. What is the last date to apply for SBI PO Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the online application and pay the fee is 8 July 2026. Candidates are advised to register early and not wait until the final day, as high server traffic can cause technical issues on the portal.
3. Is there negative marking in the SBI PO exam?
Yes. Both Prelims and Mains objective tests carry negative marking. For each incorrect answer, 1/4th of the marks assigned to that question is deducted. There is no penalty for questions left unattempted, so avoid guessing blindly.
4. What documents are needed for SBI PO 2026 application and interview?
For the online application, you need scanned copies of your photograph, signature, left-hand thumb impression, and hand-written declaration. At the interview stage, you will need your original graduation certificate, date of birth proof, category certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS, as applicable), Aadhaar card, and a valid photo ID. Candidates serving in government organizations must also submit a No Objection Certificate from their employer.
5. What is the selection process for SBI PO 2026?
The selection happens in three phases: Phase-I (Preliminary Examination), Phase-II (Main Examination with Objective and Descriptive Tests), and Phase-III (Psychometric Test, Group Exercise, and Personal Interview). Prelims marks are not counted in the final merit list. The final selection is based on normalized scores from Mains (75% weightage) and Phase-III (25% weightage).
6. Can female candidates apply for SBI PO Recruitment 2026?
Yes, female candidates are fully eligible to apply for SBI PO 2026. There is no gender restriction mentioned in the official notification. All eligible Indian citizens — male, female, or transgender — meeting the age and educational criteria may apply online.
7. How many chances can a General category candidate attempt the SBI PO exam?
General (UR) and EWS candidates can attempt the SBI PO exam a maximum of 6 times. Appearing in the Main Examination counts as one attempt, while appearing in the Preliminary Examination alone does not count as a chance.
8. What is the bond amount for SBI PO, and how long must I serve?
Selected candidates are required to sign a service bond of ₹2 lakh at the time of joining, committing to serve the bank for a minimum of three years. If an officer resigns before completing three years, the bond amount is recovered by the bank.
Eligible graduates who have been preparing for banking exams should treat SBI PO Recruitment 2026 as a priority application. With 1500 vacancies — the highest SBI PO intake in recent years — competition will be strong, but the opportunity is equally significant. Submit your application before 8 July 2026 and begin structured preparation without delay. All updates, call letters, and results will be published exclusively at https://sbi.bank.in/web/careers/current-openings
How to Apply for SBI PO 2026
- Visit the official SBI Careers page when the notification is released.
- Open the Probationary Officers recruitment link.
- Register with a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Fill in the online application form carefully.
- Upload the required documents, photo, signature, thumb impression, and declaration in the prescribed format.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Submit the form and download the confirmation page.
- Save a copy of the application form for future reference.
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