State Bank of India (SBI) has officially released the notification for the recruitment of 1500 Probationary Officers (PO). This is a prestigious opportunity for eligible Indian citizens to join India’s most trusted banking institution.
If you are a graduate aspiring for a successful career in the banking sector, here are the complete details you need to know about the SBI PO 2026 Recruitment.
SBI PO Recruitment Important Dates:
- Online Registration & Fee Payment: 18.06.2026 to 08.07.2026
- Phase-I: Preliminary Examination: August 2026
- Phase-II: Main Examination: September 2026
- Phase-III: Psychometric Test, GE & Interview: October / November 2026
SBI PO Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details:
The total number of vacancies is 1500. The category-wise breakdown is as follows:
- SC: 234
- ST: 144
- OBC: 390
- EWS: 144
- UR (Unreserved): 588
Eligibility Criteria
- Age Limit: As of 01.04.2026, candidates must be between 21 and 30 years of age.
- Educational Qualification: Candidates must possess a Graduation degree in any discipline from a recognized University as of 30.09.2026. Those in the final year/semester can also apply provisionally.
Selection Procedure
The selection process consists of three phases:
- Phase-I (Preliminary Examination): An online objective test of 100 marks (English Language, Quantitative Aptitude, and Reasoning Ability).
- Phase-II (Main Examination): An online test consisting of Objective tests (200 marks) and a Descriptive test (30 marks).
- Phase-III (Psychometric Test, Group Exercise & Interview): Candidates shortlisted from Phase-II will undergo a psychometric test, group exercise, and personal interview.
Application Fee for SBI PO Recruitment 2026:
- General/EWS/OBC: ₹750
- SC/ST/PwBD: Nil (₹0)
How to Apply SBI PO Recruitment 2026:
Candidates can submit their applications online through the official SBI website:
- Visit the official careers page:
https://sbi.bank.in/web/careers/current-openings - Find the advertisement link for CRPD/PO/2026-27/09.
- Fill out the application form carefully, upload the required documents, and complete the fee payment.
- Keep a printout of the application and e-receipt for your records.
Disclaimer: This information is based on the official SBI PO Notification.pdf. Candidates are advised to read the full notification carefully on the official website before applying.
