Are you a graduate looking for a prestigious banking career in India? The State Bank of India (SBI) has released the SBI PO Recruitment 2026-27 notification for 1500 Probationary Officer (PO) vacancies across the country. The online application process started on 18 June 2026 and will remain open until 08 July 2026.
SBI PO is one of the most sought-after banking examinations in India because it offers an excellent salary package, fast career growth, leadership opportunities, and the chance to work with India’s largest public sector bank. Candidates selected as Probationary Officers can build a rewarding career with opportunities for promotion to senior management positions.
📢 Quick Alert: Registration Period: 18 June to 08 July 2026 | Total Vacancies: 1500 Posts | Preliminary Exam: August 2026 | Main Exam: September 2026 | Interview: October/November 2026 | Approximate CTC: ₹21.97 Lakh per annum.
If you meet the eligibility criteria and dream of joining India’s most trusted bank, this article provides complete information about SBI PO Recruitment 2026-27, including vacancy details, eligibility, age limit, application fee, selection process, important dates, salary, and how to apply online.
SBI PO Recruitment 2026-27 Quick Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Issuing Authority | State Bank of India — Central Recruitment & Promotion Department |
| Advertisement No. | CRPD/PO/2026-27/09 |
| Date of Advertisement | 18 June 2026 |
| Post Name | Probationary Officer (PO) |
| Total Vacancies | 1500 |
| Application Mode | Online only |
| Registration Opens | 18 June 2026 |
| Registration Closes | 8 July 2026 |
| Selection Process | Preliminary Exam, Main Exam, Psychometric Test, Group Exercise & Interview |
| Official Website | https://sbi.bank.in/web/careers/current-openings |
| Helpdesk Phone | 022-22820427 (11 AM to 5 PM on working days) |
| Helpdesk Portal | http://cgrs.ibps.in |
Vacancy Details — Category-wise
| 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
| VI (Visually Impaired) | HI (Hearing Impaired) | LD (Locomotor) | d & e |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 | 16 | 14 | 16 |
Vacancies are provisional and may vary depending on actual bank requirement. OBC reservation is for Non-Creamy Layer candidates only. Creamy Layer OBC candidates must apply as UR.
Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit (as on 01.04.2026)
| Criteria | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 21 years |
| Maximum Age | 30 years |
| Date of Birth Range | Not later than 01.04.2005 and not earlier than 02.04.1996 (both days inclusive) |
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| 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 (with minimum 5 years military service) | 5 years |
Cumulative age relaxation is not available — only one type of relaxation applies. No change of category is permitted after registration of online application under any circumstances.
Educational Qualification (as on 30.09.2026)
| Criteria | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Essential | Graduation in any discipline from a recognised university or equivalent qualification recognised by Central Government |
| Final Year Students | May apply provisionally — must produce proof of graduation on or before 30.09.2026 if called for interview |
| IDD Holders | Date of passing IDD must be on or before 30.09.2026 |
| Other Eligible | Medical, Engineering, Chartered Accountant, Cost Accountant degree holders are also eligible |
💡 Good news for all graduates: Any discipline — Arts, Science, Commerce, Engineering, Law — all are eligible. There is no minimum percentage requirement mentioned in the notification.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| UR / EWS / OBC | ₹750/- |
| SC / ST / PwBD | NIL |
Fee once paid is non-refundable under any circumstances and cannot be held in reserve for any other exam. Payment mode: Debit card / Credit card / Internet Banking / UPI — online only.
Salary and Benefits
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Starting Basic Pay | ₹48,480/- per month (plus 4 advance increments) |
| Pay Scale | ₹48480-2000/7-62480-2340/2-67160-2680/7-85920 |
| Grade | Junior Management Grade Scale-I |
| Approximate CTC (Mumbai) | ₹21.97 Lacs per annum |
Additional Benefits
- Dearness Allowance (DA)
- House Rent Allowance (HRA)
- City Compensatory Allowance (CCA)
- Provident Fund (PF)
- Contributory Pension Fund (NPS)
- Leave Fare Concession (LFC)
- Medical Facility
- Lease Rental Facility
- Other allowances and perquisites as per rules
💡 The CTC of ₹21.97 Lacs is the approximate figure at Mumbai centre — it will vary by posting location.
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Complete Recruitment Schedule
| Activity | Tentative Date |
|---|---|
| Online Registration + Fee Payment Opens | 18 June 2026 |
| Online Registration + Fee Payment Closes | 8 July 2026 |
| Pre-Examination Training (SC/ST/OBC/PwBD) | July 2026 |
| Download Preliminary Exam Call Letters | 2nd/3rd week of July 2026 onwards |
| Phase-I: Online Preliminary Exam | August 2026 |
| Declaration of Preliminary Result | August/September 2026 |
| Download Main Exam Call Letter | August/September 2026 |
| Phase-II: Online Main Exam | September 2026 |
| Declaration of Main Exam Result | September/October 2026 |
| Download Phase-III Call Letter | October/November 2026 |
| Phase-III: Psychometric Test | October/November 2026 |
| Phase-III: Group Exercise & Interview | October/November 2026 |
| Declaration of Final Result | November/December 2026 |
All dates above are tentative. Exact dates will be notified on https://sbi.bank.in/web/careers/current-openings
Selection Process — All 3 Phases Explained
Phase-I — Preliminary Examination (August 2026)
This is the first filter. The Prelims is an objective test of 100 marks in 1 hour with three sections and separate timing for each:
| Section | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| English Language | 40 | — | 20 minutes |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 30 | — | 20 minutes |
| Reasoning Ability | 30 | — | 20 minutes |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 1 hour |
Key points:
- ⚠️ Negative marking applies — 1/4th mark deducted for each wrong answer
- No sectional cut-off in Prelims
- Top 10 times the vacancy in each category will be shortlisted for Mains
- Prelims marks are NOT counted in the final merit list
Phase-II — Main Examination (September 2026)
The Mains is where serious preparation matters. It has two parts — Objective and Descriptive.
Objective Test (200 marks, 3 hours):
| Test | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reasoning & Computer Aptitude | 40 | 60 | 50 minutes |
| Data Analysis & Interpretation | 30 | 60 | 45 minutes |
| General Awareness/Economy/Banking Knowledge | 60 | 60 | 45 minutes |
| English Language | 40 | 20 | 40 minutes |
| Total | 170 | 200 | 3 hours |
Descriptive Paper (30 marks, 30 minutes) — Communication Skills:
- Email writing (1 out of 2 options)
- Situation Analysis (1 out of 2 options)
- Report Writing or Precis Writing (any one out of 2 options)
Total: 3 questions | 30 marks | 30 minutes — typed on computer immediately after Objective test.
Grand Total: 230 marks | 3 hours 30 minutes
Key points:
- ⚠️ Negative marking applies in Mains — 1/4th mark for each wrong answer
- Sectional cut-off applies — must score minimum qualifying marks in each section individually
- Top 3 times the vacancy will be shortlisted for Phase-III
- Mains marks ARE counted in final merit list
Phase-III — Psychometric Test + Group Exercise + Interview (October/November 2026)
Psychometric Test: Conducted for personality profiling of shortlisted candidates. All questions are mandatory. May be conducted in proctored mode or at identified centres. Findings are placed before the Interview panel.
Group Exercise & Personal Interview:
| Component | Maximum Marks |
|---|---|
| Group Exercise | 20 |
| Personal Interview | 30 |
| Total | 50 |
Final Merit — How the Score is Calculated
| Component | Maximum Marks | Normalised to |
|---|---|---|
| Main Exam (Objective + Descriptive) | 230 | 75 marks |
| Group Exercise + Interview | 50 | 25 marks |
| Final Total | 280 | 100 marks |
Phase-I (Prelims) marks are NOT included in final merit. Only Mains + Phase-III marks count. If two candidates score the same final marks — the older candidate ranks higher.
Number of Permissible Chances
| Category | Maximum Chances |
|---|---|
| UR / EWS | 6 |
| UR(PwBD) / EWS(PwBD) / OBC / OBC(PwBD) | 9 |
| SC / SC(PwBD) / ST / ST(PwBD) | No Restriction |
Appearing in Main Exam = 1 chance counted. Appearing in Prelims only does NOT count as a chance. Candidates who have already used their maximum permissible chances are not eligible to apply.
Odisha Exam Centres
| Exam | Odisha Centres |
|---|---|
| Pre-Exam Training + Preliminary Exam | Balasore, Berhampur-Ganjam, Bhubaneswar, Cuttack, Dhenkanal, Rourkela, Sambalpur |
| Main Exam | Bhubaneswar, Cuttack |
No request for change of exam centre, date or session will be entertained. SBI reserves the right to cancel, add or change centres at any time.
Joining, Bond and Career Path
Once selected as a Probationary Officer:
- You must complete an online banking knowledge course before joining
- You will execute a Bond of ₹2.00 Lacs to serve the bank for a minimum of 3 years — if you resign before 3 years, the bond will be invoked
- You will be on probation for 2 years with continuous assessment
- On successful completion of probation — confirmed in Junior Management Grade Scale-I
- The bank provides immense growth opportunities including postings abroad through SBI’s foreign offices and international branches
- Exceptional officers can reach Top Management Grade in a reasonably quick time
How to Apply — Step by Step
- Visit the official website — Go to https://sbi.bank.in/web/careers/current-openings
- Find the advertisement — Scroll down and click on Advertisement No. CRPD/PO/2026-27/09
- Prepare scanned documents — Before starting, scan and keep ready:
- Recent passport-size colour photograph (200×230 pixels, 20–50 KB, JPG)
- Signature on white paper with black ink (140×60 pixels, 10–20 KB)
- Left-hand thumb impression on white paper (240×240 pixels, 20–50 KB)
- Hand-written declaration in English on white paper (800×400 pixels, 50–100 KB)
- Register online — Click on the online application link and register
- Capture live photo — During registration, capture and upload your live photograph via webcam or mobile phone
- Fill the application form — Fill all details carefully. You can save partially and return using registration number and password
- Upload all scanned documents — Upload photo, signature, thumb impression and hand-written declaration at the correct fields
- Pay the application fee — Pay ₹750/- (UR/EWS/OBC) or NIL (SC/ST/PwBD) via debit card/credit card/net banking/UPI
- Final submission — Check every detail before clicking Submit. No change is allowed after final submission.
- Take printout — Download and print the system-generated application form for your records
No hard copy of application needs to be sent to the bank. Do not submit more than one application — only the last valid application will be retained and fee for others forfeited. Signature in CAPITAL LETTERS and hand-written declaration in CAPITAL LETTERS will NOT be accepted. Aadhaar card is required — SBI will conduct online Aadhaar verification at various stages. Check your CIBIL score before applying — candidates with loan defaults must regularise all dues before joining.
Important Things to Carry for Each Stage
For Preliminary Exam:
- Downloaded call letter (not collected but authenticated/stamped at venue)
- Two additional passport-size photographs (same as uploaded)
- Original photo ID — Aadhaar/PAN/Passport/Driving Licence/Voter ID/Bank Passbook with photo
For Main Exam:
- Authenticated Original Preliminary Exam Call Letter with ID proof
- Main Exam Call Letter
- Two additional photographs
- All requisite documents as per Acquaint Yourself Booklet
For Phase-III (GE & Interview):
- All original certificates for date of birth, educational qualification, category
- OBC certificate dated on/after 01.04.2026 with Non-Creamy Layer clause
- EWS Income & Asset Certificate for FY 2025-26
- SC/ST caste certificate in prescribed GOI format
- PwBD disability certificate (dated on or before last date of registration)
- NOC from current employer (if serving in Govt/PSU/Bank)
Mobile phones and electronic devices are strictly banned inside the examination/interview hall. Any violation will result in cancellation of candidature and ban from future SBI exams.
Key Rules and Disclaimers
- Only Indian citizens are eligible to apply
- Selected candidates may be posted anywhere in India — no specific posting/transfer requests entertained
- No change of category after registration — not even from UR to reserved or reserved to UR
- OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) certificate must be dated on/after 01.04.2026 and must be produced at interview
- EWS candidates must produce Income & Asset Certificate for FY 2025-26 at interview
- Candidates with CIBIL defaults — must regularise all dues before date of joining
- Bond of ₹2 Lacs — must serve minimum 3 years; bond invoked on early resignation
- All changes/updates will be posted only on the bank’s website — no separate intimation
- SBI does not endorse or associate with any coaching platform claiming guaranteed selection or insider guidance
- All legal disputes subject to jurisdiction of Courts in Mumbai only
- ⚠️ CANVASSING IN ANY FORM WILL BE DISQUALIFICATION
Important Links
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Official SBI Careers Website | Click Here |
| For More Update | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1. What is the last date to apply for SBI PO 2026-27? The last date for online registration and payment of application fee is 8 July 2026. Applications will not be accepted after this date or through any other mode.
Q2. What is the total number of vacancies in SBI PO 2026-27? There are 1500 total vacancies — including 1446 regular vacancies and 54 backlog vacancies across SC, ST, OBC, EWS and UR categories. Additionally, 61 horizontal PwBD seats are available.
Q3. What is the educational qualification required for SBI PO? Graduation in any discipline from a recognised university is required. Final year students may also apply provisionally. Medical, Engineering, CA, Cost Accountant degree holders are also eligible. There is no minimum percentage requirement mentioned in the notification.
Q4. What is the age limit for SBI PO 2026? Candidates must be minimum 21 years and maximum 30 years as on 01.04.2026 — meaning born between 02.04.1996 and 01.04.2005 (both inclusive). Age relaxation applies for reserved categories as per rules.
Q5. What is the application fee for SBI PO 2026? The fee is ₹750/- for UR/EWS/OBC candidates. It is NIL for SC/ST/PwBD candidates. Fee once paid is non-refundable.
Q6. What is the salary of SBI PO after joining? The starting basic pay is ₹48,480/- per month (plus 4 advance increments) in Junior Management Grade Scale-I. With DA, HRA, CCA and other allowances, the approximate CTC at Mumbai centre is ₹21.97 Lacs per annum. The CTC will vary by posting location.
Q7. Is there negative marking in SBI PO exam? Yes. Negative marking applies to both Prelims and Mains. For each wrong answer in the Objective Test, 1/4th of the marks assigned to that question will be deducted. Questions left blank carry no penalty.
Q8. How many chances do I have to appear for SBI PO? UR/EWS candidates get a maximum of 6 chances. OBC/PwBD candidates get 9 chances. SC/ST candidates have no restriction. Note that appearing in the Main Exam counts as one chance — Prelims appearance does not.
Q9. What are the Odisha exam centres for SBI PO 2026? For Prelims, the Odisha centres are Balasore, Berhampur-Ganjam, Bhubaneswar, Cuttack, Dhenkanal, Rourkela and Sambalpur. For Mains, the centres are Bhubaneswar and Cuttack only.
Q10. What is the bond candidates need to sign at joining? Selected candidates must sign a bond of ₹2.00 Lacs to serve SBI for a minimum period of 3 years. If you resign before completing 3 years, the bond amount will be recovered by the bank.
Q11. Can final year students apply for SBI PO 2026? Yes. Final year graduation students may apply provisionally. However, if called for interview, they must produce proof of having passed the graduation examination on or before 30.09.2026. If they cannot produce this proof, their candidature will be cancelled.
Q12. What is the SBI PO probation period? After joining, selected candidates will be designated as Probationary Officers and may be on probation for 2 years. Continuous assessment happens during probation. Candidates who qualify the assessment will be confirmed in JMGS-I service.
Important: Check https://sbi.bank.in/web/careers/current-openings regularly for all updates, corrigendum, call letters and result notifications. All communications will be sent to your registered email and mobile only — keep both active throughout the process.
Helpdesk: For any problem in filling the form or fee payment — call 022-22820427 (11 AM to 5 PM on working days) or raise query at http://cgrs.ibps.in — mention “RECRUITMENT OF PROBATIONARY OFFICERS IN STATE BANK OF INDIA – 2026” in subject.