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The State Bank of India (SBI) has officially released the SBI Probationary Officer (PO) Recruitment Notification 2026, inviting applications for 1,500 vacancies across various categories. Interested candidates can apply online through SBI’s official website from June 18 to July 8, 2026.
The recruitment drive offers aspiring banking professionals an opportunity to join India’s largest public sector bank through one of the country’s most sought-after competitive examinations.
SBI PO Recruitment 2026: Vacancy Details
SBI has announced a total of 1,500 vacancies for the Probationary Officer post.
Of these, 1,446 are regular vacancies, while 54 are backlog vacancies.
Category-wise Regular Vacancies
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| General (UR) | 588 |
| EWS | 144 |
| OBC | 390 |
| SC | 216 |
| ST | 108 |
| Total | 1,446 |
Backlog Vacancies
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| SC | 18 |
| ST | 36 |
| Total | 54 |
SBI PO 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Candidates applying for the SBI PO examination must hold a bachelor’s degree from a recognised university or institution.
Final-year graduation students are also eligible to apply, provided they can produce proof of graduation during the recruitment process.
Age Limit
Applicants must be between 21 and 30 years of age.
Age relaxation will be provided to candidates belonging to reserved categories as per government norms.
SBI PO 2026 Selection Process
The recruitment process consists of multiple stages designed to assess candidates’ aptitude, knowledge, personality, and suitability for a banking career.
The selection stages include:
- Preliminary Examination
- Main Examination
- Psychometric Test
- Group Exercise
- Personal Interview
Candidates must qualify at each stage to progress to the next phase of the recruitment process.
How To Apply For SBI PO Recruitment 2026
Candidates can submit their applications online through SBI’s official website by following these steps:
- Visit the official SBI website at sbi.co.in.
- Click on the “Careers” section available on the homepage.
- Open the “Current Openings” section.
- Select the “Recruitment of Probationary Officers (PO) 2026” notification.
- Click on “Apply Online” and complete the registration process.
- Fill in personal, educational and other required details.
- Upload scanned copies of photograph, signature and relevant documents.
- Pay the application fee through online payment modes.
- Verify all details before final submission.
- Download and save the confirmation page for future reference.
Candidates are advised to carefully read the official notification and verify eligibility conditions before submitting their applications.
Important Dates For SBI PO Recruitment 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Begins | June 18, 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | July 8, 2026 |
| Last Date for Editing Application | July 8, 2026 |
| Online Fee Payment Window | June 18 to July 8, 2026 |
| Last Date to Print Application Form | July 23, 2026 |
SBI PO 2026: Key Highlights
- Total vacancies: 1,500
- Online applications started: June 18, 2026
- Last date to apply: July 8, 2026
- Minimum qualification: Graduation
- Age limit: 21–30 years
- Selection process includes Prelims, Mains, Psychometric Test, Group Exercise and Interview
The SBI PO examination remains one of the most competitive banking recruitment exams in India, attracting lakhs of candidates every year due to attractive salary packages, career growth opportunities, and job security.