Last Updated: 5 July 2026
The State Bank of India (SBI) has released the official Probationary Officer (PO) Recruitment 2026-27 Notification, inviting online applications for 1,500 vacancies. The notification, published in June 2026, outlines the recruitment schedule, eligibility conditions, reservation details, examination pattern, and application procedure for one of the country’s largest public sector banking recruitments.
Open to graduates from recognised universities, the recruitment also permits eligible final-year students to apply provisionally, subject to meeting the prescribed educational requirements within the notified timeline. SBI has additionally issued a corrigendum dated 1 July 2026, revising one of the eligibility conditions related to applicants’ credit history. The recruitment is conducted to fill entry-level officer positions through a competitive, multi-stage selection process.
Recruitment Overview
|
Particular |
Details |
|
Recruiting Authority |
State Bank of India (SBI) |
|
Post |
Probationary Officer (PO) |
|
Total Vacancies |
1,500 |
|
Regular Vacancies |
1,446 |
|
Backlog Vacancies |
54 |
|
Application Mode |
Online |
|
Selection Process |
Preliminary Exam, Main Exam, Psychometric Test, Group Exercise and Interview |
Vacancy Details
According to the SBI PO Recruitment Notification 2026, the vacancies are distributed as follows:
|
Category |
Vacancies |
|
Unreserved (UR) |
588 |
|
OBC (NCL) |
390 |
|
SC |
234 |
|
ST |
144 |
|
EWS |
144 |
|
Total |
1,500 |
The notification also provides 61 horizontal reservations for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) across eligible categories.
Important Dates
The recruitment schedule published by SBI is summarised below.
|
Event |
Status |
Date |
|
Online Registration Begins |
Confirmed |
18 June 2026 |
|
Last Date to Apply |
Confirmed |
8 July 2026 |
|
Pre-Examination Training |
Tentative |
July 2026 |
|
Preliminary Examination |
Confirmed |
22 & 23 August 2026 |
|
Main Examination |
Confirmed |
4 October 2026 |
|
Psychometric Test, Group Exercise & Interview |
Tentative |
October-November 2026 |
|
Final Result |
Tentative |
November-December 2026 |
The schedule for later stages may change if SBI issues a subsequent notification or corrigendum.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognised university. Final-year students may apply provisionally if they can submit proof of passing the qualifying examination on or before 30 September 2026. Candidates with professional qualifications such as Engineering, Chartered Accountancy (CA), Cost and Management Accountancy (CMA), and Medical degrees are also eligible.
Age Limit
As on 1 April 2026, candidates should be 21 to 30 years of age and must have been born between 2 April 1996 and 1 April 2005 (both dates inclusive).
Age Relaxation
|
Category |
Relaxation |
|
SC/ST |
5 Years |
|
OBC (NCL) |
3 Years |
|
PwBD (General/EWS) |
10 Years |
|
PwBD (OBC) |
13 Years |
|
PwBD (SC/ST) |
15 Years |
|
Ex-Servicemen |
5 Years |
Attempt Limit
|
Category |
Maximum Attempts |
|
General / EWS |
6 |
|
OBC (including eligible PwBD) |
9 |
|
SC/ST |
No Restriction |
The notification specifies that an attempt is counted only when a candidate appears for the Main Examination. Appearing only in the Preliminary Examination does not count as an attempt.
Application Fee and Required Documents
|
Category |
Fee |
|
General / OBC / EWS |
₹750 |
|
SC / ST / PwBD |
Nil |
Applicants are required to upload a recent colour photograph, signature, left thumb impression and handwritten declaration in the file sizes prescribed in the official notification. SBI has also made live photograph capture through webcam or mobile QR verification mandatory during registration. Signatures written entirely in capital letters are not accepted.
Application Process
Applications are accepted exclusively through the SBI Careers recruitment portal. After completing registration, applicants should fill in personal and educational details, upload the prescribed documents, complete the live photograph verification, pay the applicable fee, and review the form carefully before final submission. Once submitted, application details cannot be edited. Candidates should retain a copy of the submitted application form and payment receipt for future reference.
Update on Credit History Requirement
The original recruitment notification included a condition relating to adverse credit history and loan defaults. However, SBI’s corrigendum dated 1 July 2026 removed this provision. Under the revised notification, applicants will not be considered ineligible solely because of a poor CIBIL score or previous loan disputes.
Why the Recruitment Matters
SBI PO recruitment is one of India’s prominent officer-level banking examinations and attracts graduates from a wide range of academic disciplines each year. The recruitment supports staffing requirements across SBI’s nationwide banking network while providing an entry route into the bank’s officer cadre through a standardised and merit-based selection process.
Fraud and Safety Advisory
Applicants should use only the official SBI Careers portal for registration and recruitment updates. Avoid websites, messages, or individuals claiming to guarantee selection or requesting additional payments. SBI does not ask candidates to share OTPs, passwords, or banking credentials during the recruitment process. Before making any payment or uploading documents, verify that the portal belongs to the official SBI domain.
Official Sources
This article is based on:
- SBI PO Recruitment Notification 2026 (released in June 2026)
- SBI Eligibility Criteria and Recruitment Guidelines
- SBI Corrigendum dated 1 July 2026
- SBI Careers Recruitment Portal
Editorial Disclaimer
The information in this article is based on official SBI recruitment documents available as of 5 July 2026. Recruitment rules, eligibility conditions, examination dates, and application instructions may be revised through future notifications or corrigenda. Readers should verify the latest information on the official SBI Careers portal. In the event of any discrepancy, the official notification shall prevail.
Conclusion
According to the official SBI notification, the 2026 recruitment cycle includes 1,500 Probationary Officer vacancies across various categories. The notification provides comprehensive details on eligibility, important dates, reservation, application procedures, and document requirements. Applicants should complete the registration within the confirmed schedule and refer to the latest official SBI notifications for any subsequent updates before participating in the recruitment process.