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SBI Probationary Officer (PO) 2025 — 2,500 Vacancies
State Bank of IndiaMultiple centres, All India, India2,500 vacancies₹ 48,480–85,920 per month
Application opens
4 Aug 2026
Last date
25 Aug 2026
Time left
20 days left
About this role
Recruitment of Probationary Officers for the State Bank of India — the largest bank in India. Selection via Preliminary (100 marks), Main (250 marks) and Interview (50 marks). Two-year probation with fast-track career growth.
Qualification
- Graduation in any discipline (final-year students eligible)
Age limit
21 – 30 years (as on 18 Sept 2026)
Relaxations
- OBC (NCL)+3 yrs
- SC / ST+5 yrs
- PwD+10 yrs
Experience
Freshers welcome
No prior experience required
Salary
₹ 48,480–85,920 per month
JMGS-I
Basic pay ₹48,480 with 4 advance increments; gross ~₹80,000–₹90,000 in metro
Important dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification released | 2 Aug 2026 |
| Online application opens | 4 Aug 2026 |
| Last date to apply | 25 Aug 2026 |
| Last date for fee payment | 25 Aug 2026 |
| Admit card release (Prelims) | 18 Sept 2026 |
| Preliminary exam | 29 Sept 2026 |
Application fee
| Category | Amount |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹ 750 |
| SC / ST / PwD No fee | Free |
Selection process
- 1Preliminary ExamOnline — 100 marks, 1 hour, English + Reasoning + Numerical Ability
- 2Main ExamOnline — 250 marks (Objective) + Descriptive (50 marks)
- 3Group Exercise & Personal InterviewGroup Exercise: 20, Interview: 30 marks
- 4Language TestLocal language proficiency, qualifying only
Required documents
- Aadhaar
- 10th & 12th marksheets
- Graduation degree/final-year certificate
- Photo & signature
- Category certificate (if applicable)
Important instructions
- Apply strictly on the official SBI portal — no third-party site is authorised.
- Keep scanned copies of documents ready (≤ 200 KB each).
- Retain application number for future reference.
Frequently asked
Is there sectional cut-off in Prelims?
No — only an overall cut-off for Prelims; sectional and overall cut-offs apply to Mains.
What is the probation period?
Two years; officers are confirmed based on performance and internal exams.
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