SBI PO Recruitment 2026 Notification Out for 1500 Posts | Apply Online

SBI PO Recruitment 2026 Notification Out for 1500 Posts | Apply Online

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The State Bank of India (SBI) has released the official notification for Probationary Officer (PO) Recruitment 2026 under Advertisement No. CRPD/PO/2026-27/09. A total of 1500 vacancies have been announced across India. Graduates from any discipline can apply online from 18 June 2026 to 08 July 2026 through the SBI Careers portal.

Particulars	Details
Organization	State Bank of India (SBI)
Post Name	Probationary Officer (PO)
Advertisement No.	CRPD/PO/2026-27/09
Total Vacancies	1500
Job Type	Banking Job
Application Mode	Online
Salary	₹48,480 Starting Basic Pay
Selection Process	Prelims, Mains, Psychometric Test, Group Exercise & Interview
Official Website	sbi.bank.in

Event	Date
Notification Release	18 June 2026
Online Application Start	18 June 2026
Last Date to Apply	08 July 2026
Fee Payment Last Date	08 July 2026
Preliminary Exam	August 2026
Main Exam	September 2026
Interview & Group Exercise	October/November 2026

Category	Fee
General / OBC / EWS	₹750
SC / ST / PwBD	Nil

Criteria	Age
Minimum Age	21 Years
Maximum Age	30 Years

Candidates must be born between 02 April 1996 and 01 April 2005 (both dates inclusive).

Category	Vacancies
UR	588
OBC	390
EWS	144
SC	234
ST	144
Total	1500

PwBD Vacancies

Category	Posts
Visually Impaired (VI)	15
Hearing Impaired (HI)	16
Locomotor Disability (LD)	14
d & e Category	16

• Graduation in any discipline from a recognized University.
• Final year/semester students may also apply provisionally, subject to producing proof of graduation on or before the prescribed date.

Component	Amount
Basic Pay	₹48,480
Pay Scale	₹48,480-2000/7-62,480-2340/2-67,160-2680/7-85,920

In addition to basic pay, candidates will receive:

• DA
• HRA
• CCA
• Medical Benefits
• Pension Benefits
• Other SBI Perks & Allowances

1. Visit SBI Careers Portal.
2. Open SBI PO Recruitment 2026 notification.
3. Register using email and mobile number.
4. Fill the online application form.
5. Upload photograph, signature, thumb impression and declaration.
6. Pay the application fee.
7. Submit the application form.
8. Download and print the application form.

Phase-I: Preliminary Examination

• English Language
• Quantitative Aptitude
• Reasoning Ability

Phase-II: Main Examination

• Reasoning & Computer Aptitude
• Data Analysis & Interpretation
• General/Economy/Banking Awareness
• English Language

Phase-III

• Psychometric Test
• Group Exercise
• Personal Interview

Final merit will be prepared based on Main Examination and Phase-III performance.

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English Language

• Reading Comprehension
• Cloze Test
• Error Detection
• Para Jumbles
• Vocabulary

Quantitative Aptitude

• Simplification
• Number Series
• Data Interpretation
• Percentage
• Profit & Loss
• Time & Work

Reasoning Ability

• Seating Arrangement
• Puzzle
• Coding-Decoding
• Syllogism
• Blood Relations

Banking Awareness

• Current Affairs
• Banking Terms
• RBI Functions
• Financial Awareness
• Government Schemes

Data Analysis & Interpretation

• Charts & Graphs
• Caselet DI
• Missing DI
• Probability
• Permutation & Combination

Computer Aptitude

• Networking Basics
• Internet
• Computer Fundamentals
• MS Office
• Cyber Security Basics

Preparation Tip: Focus heavily on Reasoning, Data Interpretation, Banking Awareness, and English, as these sections carry the highest weightage in the SBI PO Main Examination.

1. How many vacancies are announced in SBI PO Recruitment 2026?

A total of 1500 Probationary Officer (PO) vacancies have been announced.

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

The last date to submit the online application is 08 July 2026.

3. What is the educational qualification required for SBI PO?

Candidates must possess a Graduation Degree in any discipline from a recognized university.

4. Can final-year students apply for SBI PO 2026?

Yes, final-year students can apply provisionally, subject to producing proof of graduation within the prescribed timeline.

5. What is the age limit for SBI PO 2026?

Candidates must be between 21 and 30 years as on the prescribed cut-off date.

6. What is the application fee for SBI PO 2026?

• General/OBC/EWS: ₹750
• SC/ST/PwBD: No Fee

7. What is the starting salary of an SBI PO?

The starting basic pay is ₹48,480, along with DA, HRA, and other allowances.

8. What is the selection process for SBI PO Recruitment 2026?

The selection process includes:

• Preliminary Examination
• Main Examination
• Psychometric Test
• Group Exercise
• Personal Interview

9. Is there negative marking in SBI PO Exam?

Yes, 0.25 marks will be deducted for every incorrect answer in objective tests.

10. Are SBI PO jobs permanent?

Yes, SBI PO is a permanent officer-level banking job.

11. What is the duration of the SBI PO Preliminary Exam?

The Preliminary Exam duration is 60 minutes.

12. What is the total marks of the SBI PO Main Exam?

The Main Examination consists of 250 marks (200 Objective + 50 Descriptive).

13. When will the SBI PO Preliminary Exam be conducted?

The Preliminary Examination is expected in August 2026.

14. When will the SBI PO Main Exam be conducted?

The Main Examination is expected in September 2026.

15. What is the official website to apply for SBI PO 2026?

Candidates can apply through the SBI Careers portal available on sbi.co.in.

16. Is work experience required for SBI PO?

No, prior work experience is not mandatory.

17. Can candidates from any stream apply?

Yes, graduates from any recognized discipline are eligible.