The State Bank of India (SBI) has released the official notification for the recruitment of 1,500 Probationary Officers (PO). Graduates looking to build a career in the banking sector can apply online within the specified dates.
Organization: State Bank of India (SBI)
Post Name: Probationary Officer (PO)
Total Vacancies: 1,500
Job Location: Across India
Educational Qualification:
Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognized university. Final-year students can also apply provisionally, subject to fulfilling the eligibility requirements before the specified date.
Age Limit:
Applicants should be between 21 and 30 years of age as on April 1, 2026. Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories as per Government of India rules.
Salary:
The starting basic pay is ₹48,480 per month along with allowances and other benefits. The approximate annual CTC at the Mumbai center is around ₹21.97 lakh.
Selection Process:
The recruitment process consists of:
* Preliminary Examination
* Main Examination
* Psychometric Test
* Group Exercise
* Personal Interview
Important Dates:
Online application starts: June 18, 2026
Last date to apply: July 8, 2026
Preliminary Examination: August 2026 (Tentative)
Main Examination: September 2026 (Tentative)
Application Fee:
General, OBC, and EWS candidates: ₹750
SC, ST, and PwBD candidates: No application fee.
How to Apply:
Eligible candidates can submit their applications online through the SBI Careers portal after carefully reading the official notification and ensuring they meet all eligibility conditions.
The SBI PO recruitment is one of the most sought-after banking opportunities in India, offering excellent career growth, attractive pay, and nationwide postings. Interested candidates are advised to apply before the deadline to avoid last-minute technical issues.