SBI PO Recruitment 2026 Notification Out for 1,500 Posts, Apply Online

SBI PO Recruitment 2026 Notification Out for 1,500 Posts, Apply Online

The State Bank of India (SBI) has released the official notification for Probationary Officer (PO) Recruitment 2026. A total of 1,500 vacancies have been announced for eligible graduates across India. Interested candidates can submit their online applications from 18 June 2026 to 08 July 2026. The recruitment process will include Preliminary Exam, Main Exam, Interview, and final selection.

Overview

Particulars	Details
Organization	State Bank of India (SBI)
Post Name	Probationary Officer (PO)
Total Vacancies	1,500
Advertisement Year	2026
Application Mode	Online
Qualification	Graduate
Job Location	Across India
Official Website	sbi.co.in

Important Dates

Event	Date
Notification Release Date	18 June 2026
Online Application Start	18 June 2026
Last Date to Apply	08 July 2026
Fee Payment Last Date	08 July 2026
Preliminary Exam	August 2026
Main Examination	September 2026

Application Fee

Category	Fee
General / OBC / EWS	₹750
SC / ST / PwBD	Nil

Payment Mode

• Debit Card
• Credit Card
• Net Banking
• UPI
• Online Payment Gateway

Age Limit

Criteria	Age
Minimum Age	21 Years
Maximum Age	30 Years

Age Calculation Date: 01 April 2026

Age relaxation will be provided as per SBI recruitment rules.

Vacancy Details

Post Name	Total Posts
Probationary Officer (PO)	1,500

Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution

Category	Regular	Backlog	Total
UR	588	0	588
EWS	144	0	144
OBC	390	0	390
SC	216	18	234
ST	108	36	144
Total	1446	54	1500

Eligibility

Qualification	Requirement
Educational Qualification	Bachelor's Degree in any discipline from a recognized university

Eligible Candidates

• Graduate candidates.
• Final-year graduation students can also apply, subject to meeting eligibility requirements before joining.

Selection Process

The SBI PO selection process consists of the following stages:

1. Preliminary Examination
2. Main Examination
3. Psychometric Test
4. Group Exercise & Interview
5. Final Merit List

Final selection will be based on the combined performance in the Main Examination and Interview process.

How to Apply

Follow these steps to apply online:

1. Visit the official SBI careers portal.
2. Complete the registration process.
3. Fill in personal and educational details.
4. Upload photograph, signature, and required documents.
5. Pay the application fee online.
6. Verify all entered information carefully.
7. Submit the application form.
8. Download and save the confirmation page.

Important Instructions

• Read the official notification carefully before applying.
• Ensure all uploaded documents meet the required specifications.
• Use an active mobile number and email ID during registration.
• Keep a copy of the submitted application form.
• Apply before the deadline to avoid last-minute technical issues.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. How many vacancies are available in SBI PO Recruitment 2026?

A total of 1,500 Probationary Officer vacancies have been announced.

Q2. What is the last date to apply?

The last date to submit the online application is 08 July 2026.

Q3. Can final-year students apply?

Yes, candidates appearing in the final year of graduation can apply, subject to eligibility conditions.

Q4. What is the age limit for SBI PO 2026?

Candidates must be between 21 and 30 years of age as on 01 April 2026.

Q5. What is the selection process?

The selection process includes Preliminary Exam, Main Exam, Psychometric Test, Group Exercise, and Interview.