SBI PO Recruitment 2026:Apply Online 1,500 Probationary Officer Vacancies Posts.
State bank of India
Last Date :- July 8, 2026
SBI PO Recruitment 2026 notification released for 1,500 Probationary Officer (PO) vacancies. Graduates can apply online from June 18 to July 8, 2026. Check eligibility, application fee, age limit, selection process, and apply online details.
SBI PO Recruitment 2026
The State Bank of India (SBI) has officially released its highly anticipated detailed advertisement (Advt No. CRPD/PO/2026-27/09) for the recruitment of Probationary Officers (PO).
With 1,500 vacancies up for grabs this year, this is your golden ticket to secure a prestigious officer-cadre role in India’s largest public sector bank. The online application window opens today, June 18, 2026, and will close on July 8, 2026.
Below is a comprehensive breakdown of everything you need to know about the SBI PO 2026 recruitment drive.
Interested and eligible candidates may read this advertisement and apply online here against these Application notifications. All applicants are requested to bookmark this page for future updates .
SBI PO Recruitment 2026 Overview
Post Name
Probationary Officer ( PO )
Vacancies
1500
Organization
SBI
Qualification
Graduation Degree in any
Apply Mode
Online
Application Fee
₹750 /-
Start Date
June 18, 2026
Last Date
July 8, 2026
SBI PO Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details
(Note: Horizontal reservation is also provided for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities [PwBD], accounting for 61 total seats across various categories).
| Category | Vacancies | Percentage Share |
| General (UR) | 588 | 39.2% |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 390 | 26.0% |
| SC | 234 | 15.6% |
| ST | 144 | 9.6% |
| EWS | 144 | 9.6% |
| Total | 1,500 | 100% |
SBI PO Recruitment 2026 Education Qualification
# Educational Qualification (As on 30.09.2026)
You must hold a Graduation Degree in any discipline from a recognized university or possess an equivalent qualification recognized by the Central Government.
Final Year/Semester Candidates: If you are in your final year or semester, you may apply provisionally. However, if called for an interview, you must produce proof of having passed the graduation examination on or before September 30, 2026.
SBI PO Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria
# Age Limit (As on 01.04.2026)
Minimum Age: 21 years
Maximum Age: 30 years
Candidates must have been born not earlier than 02.04.1996 and not later than 01.04.2005 (both days inclusive).
# Standard upper age relaxations apply (e.g., 3 years for OBC, 5 years for SC/ST, and 10–15 years for PwBD candidates).
SBI PO Recruitment 2026 Salary & Pay Scale
SBI offers one of the most lucrative compensation packages in the public banking sector. Selected candidates are appointed in the Junior Management Grade Scale-I (JMG-I).
Perks & Allowances: On top of a competitive basic pay, officers enjoy Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA) or leased accommodation facilities, City Compensatory Allowance (CCA), comprehensive medical benefits, and leave fare concessions.
Service Bond: Selected candidates must execute a service bond of ₹2,00,000 agreeing to serve the bank for a minimum period of 3 years.
SBI PO Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
| Phase | Examination Type | Subject Breakdown / Components | Total Marks | Duration |
| Phase-I | Preliminary Exam (Objective) | • English Language (30 marks) • Quantitative Aptitude (35 marks) • Reasoning Ability (35 marks) | 100 | 1 Hour (with sectional timings) |
| Phase-II | Main Exam (Objective + Descriptive) | • Objective (200 marks): Data Analysis & Interpretation, Reasoning & Computer Aptitude, General/Economy/Banking Awareness, English Language • Descriptive (50 marks): Letter Writing & Essay | 250 | 3 Hours (Objective) + 30 Mins (Descriptive) |
| Phase-III | Psychometric Test & Interview | • Psychometric Profile Test (Qualifying/Screening) • Group Exercises (20 marks) • Interview (30 marks) | 50 | Conducted sequentially for Main-qualified candidates |
Note on Final Merit: The Phase-I (Preliminary) marks are purely qualifying and are not added to the final merit list. Your final selection score is calculated by normalizing and combining Phase-II (Mains) and Phase-III scores in a 75:25 weightage ratio, totaling 100 normalized marks.
SBI PO Recruitment 2026 Exam Center
Dibrugarh, Guwahati, Jorhat, Silchar, Tezpur Guwahat
SBI PO Recruitment 2026 Application Fee
SBI PO Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| 📅 Start Date | June 18, 2026 |
| ⏳ Last Date | July 8, 2026 |
| 💳 Preliminary Examination | August 2026 |
| 🎤 Main Examination | September 2026 |
SBI PO Recruitment 2026 How to Apply
Applicants need to visit official https://sbi.bank.in/ portal for submission of online application this scheme. One needs to follow below mentioned steps to apply online.
Step 1: Scroll down, go to Important Web Links section.
Step 2: Click on One-Time Registration link .
Step 3: A new webpage will be opened.
Step 4: Enter your details as required in the portal; and register yourself.
Step 5: After registration, Click on Online Application Form and Login.
Step 6: Enter all credentials and upload your documents as required in the portal.
Step 7: Finally click on "Submit" and take print out of your submitted application.
Step 1: Scroll down, go to Important Web Links section.
Step 2: Click on One-Time Registration link .
Step 3: A new webpage will be opened.
Step 4: Enter your details as required in the portal; and register yourself.
Step 5: After registration, Click on Online Application Form and Login.
Step 6: Enter all credentials and upload your documents as required in the portal.
Step 7: Finally click on "Submit" and take print out of your submitted application.
SBI PO Recruitment 2026 Important Links
📝 Application FormClick Here
📄 Official NotificationClick Here
🌐 Official WebsiteClick Here
📲 Join Us On TelegramClick Here
💬 Join Us On WhatsAppClick Here
Disclaimer
Note to Applicants: This blog post is intended for informational purposes only and does not constitute an official legal document. While we strive to keep the information accurate and up-to-date, recruitment rules and dates are subject to change by the issuing authority.
SBI PO Recruitment 2026 FAQ
The starting date of SBI PO application submission is 18 june 2026 .
The total number of vacancies under 1500 .
The last date of application submission is 8 July 2026 .