The State Bank of India (SBI) has officially released the SBI Probationary Officer (PO) Recruitment 2026 Notification for 1500 vacancies across India. This is one of the most prestigious banking recruitment drives in the country, offering an attractive salary package, career growth opportunities, and postings across various SBI branches and offices.
Eligible graduates can apply online from 18 June 2026 to 08 July 2026 through the SBI Careers portal. The selection process consists of Preliminary Examination, Main Examination, Psychometric Test, Group Exercise, and Personal Interview.
SBI PO Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | State Bank of India |
| Post Name | Probationary Officer (PO) |
| Advertisement Year | 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 1500 |
| Job Location | Across India |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Online Registration Starts | 18 June 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 08 July 2026 |
| Selection Process | Prelims, Mains, Psychometric Test, Group Exercise & Interview |
| Official Website | SBI Careers Portal |
SBI PO Vacancy 2026 Details
SBI has announced 541 Probationary Officer vacancies for recruitment in Junior Management Grade Scale-I.
Category-Wise Vacancy Details
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| General (UR) | 588 |
| OBC | 390 |
| EWS | 144 |
| SC | 234 |
| ST | 144 |
| Total | 1500 |
SBI PO Salary 2026
Selected candidates will be appointed in Junior Management Grade Scale-I (JMGS-I).
Pay Scale
₹48,480 – 85,920
The starting basic pay is ₹48,480 along with four advance increments. Employees are also eligible for:
- Dearness Allowance (DA)
- House Rent Allowance (HRA)
- City Compensatory Allowance (CCA)
- Provident Fund
- National Pension System (NPS)
- Medical Benefits
- Leave Fare Concession (LFC)
- Lease Rental Facility
The approximate annual CTC at Mumbai is around ₹21.97 Lakhs.
Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess:
- Graduation in any discipline from a recognized University.
- Final-year students can also apply provisionally, subject to producing proof of graduation on or before the prescribed date.
Age Limit (As on 01 April 2026)
| Minimum Age | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| 21 Years | 30 Years |
Candidates should have been born between 02 April 1996 and 01 April 2005 (both dates inclusive).
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 Years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 Years |
| PwBD (General/EWS) | 10 Years |
| PwBD (OBC) | 13 Years |
| PwBD (SC/ST) | 15 Years |
SBI PO 2026 Selection Process
The recruitment will be conducted in three phases.
Phase-I: Preliminary Examination
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| English Language | 40 | 40 | 20 Minutes |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 30 | 30 | 20 Minutes |
| Reasoning Ability | 30 | 30 | 20 Minutes |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 60 Minutes |
There is no sectional cutoff in the Preliminary Examination.
Phase-II: Main Examination
Objective Test
| Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Reasoning & Computer Aptitude | 40 | 60 |
| Data Analysis & Interpretation | 30 | 60 |
| General Awareness/Economy/Banking | 60 | 60 |
| English Language | 40 | 20 |
| Total | 170 | 200 |
Descriptive Test
- Email Writing
- Situation Analysis
- Report Writing / Precis Writing
Marks: 30
Total Duration: 3 Hours 30 Minutes.
Phase-III
Candidates shortlisted from the Main Examination will appear for:
- Psychometric Test
- Group Exercise (20 Marks)
- Personal Interview (30 Marks)
Final merit will be prepared based on Main Examination and Interview scores.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / EWS / OBC | ₹750 |
| SC / ST / PwBD | Nil |
The application fee is non-refundable.
Bond & Service Agreement
Selected candidates must execute a service bond of ₹2,00,000 and serve SBI for a minimum period of 3 years from the date of joining.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 18 June 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 18 June 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 08 July 2026 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 08 July 2026 |
| Preliminary Exam | To be Announced |
| Main Exam | To be Announced |
How to Apply for SBI PO Recruitment 2026
- Visit the SBI Careers website.
- Open the SBI PO Recruitment 2026 notification.
- Register using a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Fill out the online application form.
- Upload photograph, signature, thumb impression, and handwritten declaration.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Submit the application and save the confirmation page.
Why Choose SBI PO?
- India’s most prestigious banking officer post
- Excellent salary and allowances
- Fast-track career growth
- Opportunities for foreign postings
- Job security and pension benefits
- Leadership roles in banking sector
SBI PO 2026 Important Links
| Particulars | Links |
| Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Official website | Click Here |
| Join Our WhatsApp Channel | Click Here |