SBI PO Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 1500 Posts

📅 Posted: 18/06/2026 📝 Updated: 19/06/2026

Total Vacancy1500

SalaryJMGS-I: ₹48,480 - ₹85,920 (Basic) [Approx. ₹75,000 - ₹85,000/Month In-Hand]

LocationAll India

Last Date08/07/2026

Short Information: State Bank of India has opened applications for 1500 Probationary Officer posts under Advertisement No. CRPD/PO/2026-27/09, and this is one of the largest PO intakes SBI has run in recent years. If you are a graduate from any stream — engineering, commerce, arts, or even final-year students — you can apply, which keeps the door open for a huge pool of candidates. The starting basic pay is ₹48,480 under Junior Management Grade Scale-I, and once you add DA, HRA, CCA and other allowances, the approximate annual CTC at a metro centre like Mumbai works out to ₹21.97 Lakhs. Selection runs through three stages: a Preliminary Exam, a Main Exam combining objective and descriptive papers, and finally a Psychometric Test along with Group Exercise and Interview. Online registration opens on 18 June 2026 and closes on 08 July 2026, with the Preliminary Exam tentatively scheduled for August 2026. Age limit is 21 to 30 years as on 01 April 2026, with standard relaxations for reserved categories. Beyond the pay package, SBI PO offers fast-track promotions, postings across the country and abroad, and structured leadership training from day one — making it one of the more career-defining entry points into Indian public sector banking this year.

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SBI PO Recruitment 2026 2026Important Dates

Notification Released	18/06/2026
Online Registration Begin	18/06/2026
Last Date to Apply Online	08/07/2026
Last Date to Pay Exam Fee	08/07/2026
Preliminary Exam	August 2026 (Tentative)
Main Exam	September 2026 (Tentative)
Psychometric/GE/Interview	October/November 2026 (Tentative)

SBI PO Recruitment 2026 2026Application Fee

General / OBC / EWS	₹750
SC / ST / PwBD	₹0

Payment: Online (Debit Card/Credit Card/Internet Banking/UPI)

SBI PO Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 1500 PostsVacancy Details & Age Limit

Age Limit: 21-30 Years (as on 01/04/2026)

(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: 5 Years)

Post Name	Total Post	Eligibility
Probationary Officer	1500	Graduation in any discipline from a recognized University.
Total Vacancy	1,500

Recruitment Table: Category Wise Vacancy

Post Name	SC	ST	OBC	EWS	UR	Total
Probationary Officer	234	144	390	144	588	1500
Note:Vacancies are provisional and may vary as per Bank's actual requirement. Includes Regular + Backlog vacancies.

Recruitment Table: Horizontal Reservation (PwBD)

Category	Vacancy
Visually Impaired (VI)	15
Hearing Impaired (HI)	16
Locomotor Disability (LD)	14
Autism/Mental Illness/Multiple Disabilities (d&e)	16
Note:PwBD reservation is horizontal in nature and is adjusted within the above categories.

SBI PO Recruitment 2026Eligibility Criteria

Candidate must hold a Graduation degree in any discipline from a recognized University, or an equivalent qualification recognized by the Central Government.
Final Year/Semester students may apply provisionally, subject to producing proof of passing by 30/09/2026.
Candidate must be between 21 and 30 years of age as on 01/04/2026, with relaxation as applicable to reserved categories.
Candidates with adverse CIBIL/credit history must regularize outstanding dues before the date of joining.

SBI PO Recruitment 2026Pay Scale / Salary Structure

Post Name	Salary Level
Probationary Officer	JMGS-I: ₹48,480-2000/7-62,480-2340/2-67,160-2680/7-85,920 [Approx. CTC ₹21.97 Lacs at Mumbai]

SBI PO Recruitment 2026Selection Process Steps

Phase-I: Online Preliminary Examination
Phase-II: Online Main Examination (Objective + Descriptive)
Phase-III: Psychometric Test, Group Exercise & Personal Interview

SBI PO Recruitment 2026Detailed Exam Pattern

Recruitment Details: Exam Overview

Mode: Online (Objective + Descriptive in Main Exam).
Negative Marking: 1/4th marks deducted for each wrong answer (Prelims & Mains).
No penalty for unattempted questions.
Prelims Duration: 1 Hour | Mains Duration: 3 Hours 30 Minutes.

Recruitment Table: Phase-I: Preliminary Examination

Subject	Questions	Marks	Duration
English Language	40	100 (Combined)	20 Minutes
Quantitative Aptitude	30	100 (Combined)	20 Minutes
Reasoning Ability	30	100 (Combined)	20 Minutes

Recruitment Table: Phase-II: Main Examination (Objective)

Test	Questions	Marks	Duration
Reasoning & Computer Aptitude	40	60	50 Minutes
Data Analysis & Interpretation	30	60	45 Minutes
General Awareness/Economy/Banking	60	60	45 Minutes
English Language	40	20	40 Minutes
Descriptive Paper (Email/Situation/Report/Precis)	3	30	30 Minutes
Total	173	230	210

Recruitment Table: Number of Chances Permitted

Category	Max. Permissible Chances
UR / EWS	6
UR(PwBD)/EWS(PwBD)/OBC/OBC(PwBD)	9
SC/SC(PwBD)/ST/ST(PwBD)	No Restriction

SBI PO Recruitment 2026Subject-wise Syllabus Topics

The Preliminary and Main Examinations will test English Language, Quantitative Aptitude/Data Analysis, Reasoning/Computer Aptitude, and General Awareness with Banking & Economy focus.

📚 English Language

Reading Comprehension
Grammar
Vocabulary
Para Jumbles
Cloze Test

📚 Quantitative Aptitude / Data Analysis

Data Interpretation
Number Series
Simplification
Arithmetic Problems
Quadratic Equations

📚 Reasoning & Computer Aptitude

Puzzles & Seating Arrangement
Syllogism
Coding-Decoding
Computer Fundamentals
Input-Output

📚 General Awareness/Economy/Banking

Current Affairs
Banking Awareness
Financial Economy
Static GK

SBI PO Recruitment 2026How to Apply

Visit Bank's official website https://sbi.bank.in/web/careers/current-openings.
Click on Advertisement No. CRPD/PO/2026-27/09 and download the detailed notification.
Register online and fill the application form carefully.
Upload scanned Photograph, Signature, Left-Hand Thumb Impression & Hand-Written Declaration as per specifications.
Pay the application fee through Debit Card/Credit Card/Internet Banking/UPI.
Submit the form and take a printout for personal records.

Recruitment Note: About State Bank of India

State Bank of India is the country's largest public sector bank, with a vast network of branches and ATMs across India and a presence in major international financial centres. SBI was recognized as a Gold Winner in 4 categories at the Economic Times Human Capital Awards 2026 and has been rated among the Top 5 Most Trustworthy Banks Globally per a Newsweek & Statista survey. The Bank offers Probationary Officers exposure to retail, corporate, and international banking operations, along with structured leadership training.

Recruitment Note: Job Profile — Probationary Officer

Selected candidates will be posted across SBI's branch network anywhere in India and will handle core banking operations including credit appraisal, customer service, branch administration, and digital banking processes. POs work under close mentorship during their two-year probation period and are evaluated continuously before confirmation in JMGS-I. The role offers structured exposure to leadership tasks, team management, and decision-making from an early stage of the career.

Recruitment Note: Benefits & Perks Beyond Salary

Selected POs are eligible for DA, HRA, CCA, Provident Fund, Contributory Pension (NPS), Leave Fare Concession (LFC), Medical Facility, and Lease Rental facility as per Bank's rules. Additional benefits include opportunities for posting abroad and a structured promotion policy enabling meritorious officers to reach Top Management Grade in a relatively short span.

Recruitment Note: Service Bond

Selected candidates must execute a service bond of ₹2.00 Lakhs at the time of joining, committing to serve the Bank for a minimum period of three years. The bond is invoked if a candidate resigns before completing three years of service.

SBI PO Recruitment 2026Important Official Links

Apply Online Application Window: 18/06/2026 to 08/07/2026	Click Here ↗
Download Notification Advt No. CRPD/PO/2026-27/09	Click Here ↗
Official Website	Click Here ↗

Disclaimer Information provided here is for quick reference. Verify all details on the official website before taking action.

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Quick Overview

🚀 Recruitment Overview

Quick Summary of the Notification

Organization	SBI
Post Name	Probationary Officer
Total Vacancy	1500
Salary	JMGS-I: ₹48,480 - ₹85,920 (Basic) [Approx. ₹75,000 - ₹85,000/Month In-Hand]
Job Location	All India
Apply Mode	Online
Last Date	08/07/2026
Official Website	Visit Website ↗

💡 Expert Tip

Don't leave your category selection for the last minute — once submitted, SBI does not allow any change in category, name, or other key details after final submission, no matter the reason. OBC candidates must specifically check the 'non-creamy layer' clause on their certificate, since a regular OBC certificate without this clause will not be accepted at document verification. There is a 1/4th negative marking on both Prelims and Mains, so guessing blindly on the objective sections can actually hurt your score more than leaving a question blank. Also keep your scanned photograph, signature, left-hand thumb impression, and hand-written declaration ready in the exact file size specified before you start the form — uploads outside the prescribed range are a common reason forms get stuck midway.

Common Questions (FAQs)

Q.1 What is the in-hand salary for SBI Probationary Officer? ▼

Ans: The post falls under Junior Management Grade Scale-I with a starting basic pay of ₹48,480 (plus 4 advance increments). After adding DA, HRA, CCA and other allowances, the starting in-hand salary is approximately ₹75,000 to ₹85,000 per month, with an approximate annual CTC of ₹21.97 Lakhs at the Mumbai centre.

Q.2 What is the last date to apply online for SBI PO 2026? ▼

Ans: The online registration window for SBI PO Recruitment 2026 (Advt No. CRPD/PO/2026-27/09) opened on 18/06/2026 and will close on 08/07/2026. Candidates must complete registration and fee payment within this period, as no other mode of application will be accepted.

Q.3 Is there any negative marking in the SBI PO exam? ▼

Ans: Yes, there is a penalty of 1/4th of the marks assigned to a question for every wrong answer, applicable to both the Preliminary and Main Examination Objective Tests. If a question is left unanswered, there is no penalty for that question.

Q.4 What is the age limit for General Category candidates? ▼

Ans: General category candidates must be not below 21 years and not above 30 years as on 01/04/2026, meaning they should be born between 02/04/1996 and 01/04/2005 (both dates inclusive). Relaxation of 3 to 15 years is available for OBC, SC/ST, PwBD and Ex-Servicemen categories.

Q.5 How to download the SBI PO Notification PDF? ▼

Ans: Candidates can visit SBI's official career website at https://sbi.bank.in/web/careers/current-openings, scroll to find Advertisement No. CRPD/PO/2026-27/09, and click on it to download the detailed notification PDF containing eligibility, exam pattern and application instructions.

Q.6 What is the educational qualification required for SBI PO? ▼

Ans: Candidates must have a Graduation degree in any discipline from a recognized University, or an equivalent qualification recognized by the Central Government, as on 30/09/2026. Final year/semester students may also apply provisionally, subject to producing proof of passing by the prescribed date.

Q.7 What is the selection process for SBI Probationary Officer? ▼

Ans: Selection involves a three-phase process: Phase-I Online Preliminary Examination, Phase-II Online Main Examination (comprising Objective and Descriptive tests), and Phase-III consisting of a Psychometric Test, Group Exercise and Personal Interview. Final merit is based on combined normalized marks of Phase-II and Phase-III.

Q.8 Is SBI Probationary Officer a permanent government job? ▼

Ans: Yes, SBI PO is a regular, full-time position in the Junior Management Grade Scale-I cadre. Selected candidates are kept on probation for two years and confirmed in service after satisfactory performance assessment, after which the post offers long-term career progression within the Bank.