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State Bank of India Probationary Officer (SBI PO 2026) 2,000 Posts
Official Commission / Board: State Bank of India
Recruitment Lifecycle Progress
Stage 01
Official Notification
Gazetted & Published
Stage 02
Online Application
Till 2026-11-04
Stage 03
Admit Card
Announcing Soon
Stage 04
Written Exam
Prelims: Dec 2026 | Mains: Jan 2027
Stage 05
Final Result & Cutoff
Post-Exam Verification
Age Reckoning Date
As on 01 April 2026Base: 21 to 30 YearsBetween 02-08-1996 and 01-08-2005 (both dates inclusive)Total Vacancies
2,000 Posts1 Distinct CadresAll-India Central DrivePay Scale & In-Hand
₹25,500₹38,000 - ₹44,000 / month7th CPC 53% DA + HRAOfficial Examination & Recruitment Schedule
Gazette VerifiedApplications Open12 Oct 2026
Last Date to Apply4 Nov 2026
Admit Card ReleaseTo be released on portal
Exam Date / WindowPrelims: Dec 2026 | Mains: Jan 2027
Post-Wise Vacancy & Educational Qualification Breakdown
Official mapping of which degree, diploma, or certificate qualifies for which designated post
| Designated Post Name | Department / Cadre | Eligible Qualification Requirements | Vacancies | Age Bracket | Pay Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Probationary Officer (PO) | State Bank of India (All India Branches) | Graduation in any discipline from a recognized University | 2,000 | 21 to 30 Years | Junior Management Grade Scale-I (Basic ₹41,960) |
Category-Wise Statutory Fees & Age Relaxation Matrix
Government prescribed fees, age concessions, and certificate verification requirements
| Category | Code | Statutory Fee | Upper Age Relaxation | Maximum Age | Statutory Concession Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| General / Unreserved | UR / GEN | ₹750 | No Age Relaxation | 30 Years | Standard fee applies |
| Economically Weaker Sections | EWS | ₹750 | No Age Relaxation (Merit Quota 10%) | 30 Years | Valid Income & Asset Certificate required |
| Other Backward Classes (Non-Creamy) | OBC-NCL | ₹750 | +3 Years Upper Age Concession | 33 Years | Central Government format certificate required |
| Scheduled Castes & Scheduled Tribes | SC / ST | Exempted (₹0) | +5 Years Upper Age Concession | 35 Years | 100% Application Fee Exemption |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities | PwBD / Divyang | Exempted (₹0) | +10 Years (PwBD-UR) / +13y (OBC) / +15y (SC/ST) | 40 to 45 Years | Disability Certificate (>40%) required |
| Female Candidates (All Categories) | Female | Exempted (₹0) | As per Category | 30 to 35 Years | Full Fee Waiver in Central Drives (UPSC/SSC) |
Official Selection Process Stages
Sequential evaluation hurdles from initial screening to final gazette appointment
1Phase-I Preliminary Exam (100 Marks)
Mandatory Screening2Phase-II Main Exam (Objective 200M + Descriptive 50M)
Qualifying Stage3Phase-III Group Discussion (20M) & Interview (30M)
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Official Scheme of Examination
Detailed Exam Pattern, Syllabus & Standards
Stage-wise marks breakdown, negative marking rules, topic list, physical efficiency criteria, and historical cut-offs.
1
Phase-I: Preliminary Examination (Online 100 Marks)
Mode: Online (CBT)Duration: 60 Minutes (Strictly 20 mins per section)
Negative Marking:1/4th (0.25 mark) penalty for wrong answers
Criteria:Top 10 times total vacancies shortlisted for Phase-II Mains
| Subject / Section | Questions | Maximum Marks | Timing |
|---|---|---|---|
| English Language | 30 | 30 | 20 mins |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 35 | 35 | 20 mins |
| Reasoning Ability | 35 | 35 | 20 mins |
| Total Scheme | 100 Qs | 100 Marks | 60 Minutes (Strictly 20 mins per section) |
2
Phase-II: Main Examination (Objective 200M + Descriptive 50M)
Mode: Online (CBT + Typing)Duration: 3 Hours 30 Minutes
Negative Marking:1/4th (0.25 mark) penalty for wrong objective answers
Criteria:Score normalized to 75 marks out of 100 for final merit
| Subject / Section | Questions | Maximum Marks | Timing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reasoning & Computer Aptitude | 40 | 50 | 50 mins |
| Data Analysis & Interpretation | 30 | 50 | 45 mins |
| General / Economy / Banking Awareness | 50 | 60 | 45 mins |
| English Language | 35 | 40 | 40 mins |
| Descriptive Writing (Letter & Essay Typing) | 2 | 50 | 30 mins |
| Total Scheme | 157 Qs | 250 Marks | 3 Hours 30 Minutes |
3
Phase-III: Psychometric Test, Group Exercises (20M) & Interview (30M)
Mode: In-Person Assessment at SBI LHODuration: Group Discussion + 25 mins Interview
Criteria:Normalized to 25 marks. Final merit out of 100 (75 Mains + 25 Phase-III).
| Subject / Section | Questions | Maximum Marks | Timing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group Discussion & Prioritization Exercise | 1 | 20 | Composite |
| Personal Interview & Banking Acumen | — | 30 | Composite |
| Total Scheme | — Qs | 50 Marks | Group Discussion + 25 mins Interview |
Official Commission Directives & Candidate Instructions
Crucial conditions, verification rules, and examination hall mandates published in the official circular:
✓Premier banking career with accelerated promotion to Scale-II, III, and AGM
✓Pre-exam training for SC/ST candidates; Lease accommodation in metro cities
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