SBI PO 2026 – Probationary Officer Recruitment (1,500 Posts)
State Bank of India (SBI) has released the Probationary Officer (PO) recruitment notification for 2026 with 1,500 vacancies. SBI PO is one of the most coveted banking jobs in India — as a PO, you're placed as an Officer in the bank's branches and rise through the ranks of the SBI Scale structure. Applications open 18 June 2026, close 08 July 2026. Phase I Prelims in August 2026, Phase II Mains in September 2026.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 18 June 2026 |
| Application Start | 18 June 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 08 July 2026 |
| Fee Last Date | 08 July 2026 |
| Phase I – Prelims | August 2026 |
| Phase II – Mains | September 2026 |
| Age Calculated as on | 01 April 2026 |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹750 |
| SC / ST / PH | Nil (Free) |
| Payment Mode | Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI |
Category-Wise Vacancies (1,500 Posts)
| Category | Regular | Backlog | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| UR (Unreserved) | 588 | 0 | 588 |
| EWS | 144 | 0 | 144 |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 390 | 0 | 390 |
| SC | 216 | 18 | 234 |
| ST | 108 | 36 | 144 |
| Total | 1,446 | 54 | 1,500 |
Educational Qualification
- Bachelor's Degree in any stream from any recognized university
- Final year students (appearing in graduation) are also eligible — must produce degree certificate before joining if selected
- Knowledge of computer operations is desirable
Age Limit (as on 01/04/2026)
| Category | Age |
|---|---|
| UR / EWS | 21–30 years (born 02 Apr 1996 – 01 Apr 2005) |
| OBC (NCL) | 21–33 years |
| SC / ST | 21–35 years |
| PwBD (UR/EWS) | 21–40 years |
Exam Pattern
Phase I – Prelims (Qualifying, 1 hour):
| Section | Questions | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| English Language | 30 | 30 | 20 min |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 35 | 35 | 20 min |
| Reasoning Ability | 35 | 35 | 20 min |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 1 hr |
Phase II – Mains (3 hours): Reasoning & Computer Aptitude (45Q/60M), Data Analysis (35Q/60M), General/Economy/Banking (40Q/40M), English Language (35Q/40M), and Descriptive Test (Letter + Essay = 50M). Total: 250 marks.
Phase III – Interview: 30 marks (conducted by SBI). Final selection = Mains 75% + Interview 25%.
How to Apply
- Go to ibpsreg.ibps.in/sbipojun26
- Register with your basic details (email, mobile, DOB)
- Fill the application form with educational details and upload documents
- Upload photo (4.5cm × 3.5cm, 20–50 KB) and signature
- Pay ₹750 fee (Gen/OBC) before 08 July 2026
- Print confirmation page
Important Links
| Link | URL |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | ibpsreg.ibps.in/sbipojun26 |
| Official Notification PDF | Download Notification |
| SBI Official Website | sbi.co.in |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the salary of SBI PO?
SBI PO starts at Pay Scale ₹41,960–89,890 (Scale-I). In-hand salary including DA, HRA and allowances is typically ₹75,000–₹85,000+ per month depending on posting city.
Q: What is the SBI PO selection process?
Three phases: Phase I Prelims (qualifying, August 2026) → Phase II Mains (merit-based, September 2026, includes descriptive test) → Phase III Interview (30 marks). Final = 75% Mains + 25% Interview.
Q: Is SBI PO 2026 for final year graduates?
Yes. Students in the final year of graduation are eligible to apply. However, you must produce the final degree certificate before joining SBI if you get selected.