SBI PO 2026 — 1500 Probationary Officer Vacancies | Advt. CRPD/PO/2026-27/09 | Apply Online 18 Jun–8 Jul 2026 | sbi.bank.in

Advt. No. CRPD/PO/2026-27/09 • State Bank of India • CRPD, Corporate Centre Mumbai • 18 June 2026

SBI PO 2026 — 1500 Probationary Officer Vacancies JMGS-I Scale • Graduate Any Discipline • Age 21–30 Years • 3-Phase Selection • Apply Online 18 June – 8 July 2026 • sbi.bank.in • Pan-India Posting

State Bank of India (SBI) — India's largest public sector bank and most trusted financial institution — has released Advertisement No. CRPD/PO/2026-27/09 dated 18 June 2026 inviting online applications for 1500 Probationary Officer (PO) vacancies in Junior Management Grade Scale-I (JMGS-I). The recruitment covers all categories: 234 SC, 144 ST, 390 OBC (NCL), 144 EWS, 588 UR including 54 backlog vacancies, with 4% horizontal reservation for PwBD. Eligibility: Graduation in any discipline from a recognised university — final-year students may also apply provisionally. Age: 21 to 30 years as on 01 April 2026. Selection via a 3-phase process — Phase-I (Preliminary Exam, August 2026), Phase-II (Main Exam, September 2026), Phase-III (Psychometric Test, Group Exercise & Interview, October/November 2026). Application fee: ₹750 (UR/EWS/OBC) | NIL (SC/ST/PwBD). Starting basic pay: ₹48,480/month in JMGS-I scale with an approximate CTC of ₹21.97 Lacs per annum at Mumbai centre. Selected candidates serve a 2-year probation and execute a ₹2 Lakh service bond for 3-year minimum service.

📌 1500 Probationary Officer Posts

⛰ State Bank of India — India's Largest Bank

📅 Apply: 18 June – 8 July 2026

📋 Advt.: CRPD/PO/2026-27/09

💰 Basic Pay: ₹48,480/month | CTC ~₹21.97 LPA

✅ Fee: ₹750 UR/OBC/EWS | NIL SC/ST/PwBD

🎓 Qual.: Graduate — Any Discipline

📅 Prelims: August 2026 | Mains: September 2026

📊 3 Phases: Prelims → Mains → GE+Interview

📍 Posting: Anywhere in India

📌

1500

Total PO Posts

⛪

JMGS-I

Grade / Scale

📅

8 Jul

Last Date

💰

₹48,480

Starting Basic Pay

📄

~₹21.97L

CTC p.a. (Mumbai)

🚫

₹750

UR/OBC/EWS Fee

Recruitment Overview

Verified from Advt. CRPD/PO/2026-27/09 dated 18.06.2026 — sbi.bank.in — India's Largest PSU Bank

Particulars	Details
Organisation	State Bank of India (SBI) — India's largest public sector bank \| Headquartered in Mumbai \| Central Recruitment & Promotion Department (CRPD), Corporate Centre
Advertisement No.	CRPD/PO/2026-27/09 dated 18 June 2026
Post	Probationary Officer (PO) — Junior Management Grade Scale-I (JMGS-I)
Total Vacancies	1500 posts — 1446 regular + 54 backlog vacancies — subject to revision
Posting	Anywhere in India — pan-India transfers as per Bank's policy; opportunity for posting in foreign offices/international branches
Application Opens	18 June 2026
Application Closes	8 July 2026
Age Limit (As On)	1 April 2026 — Minimum 21 years, Maximum 30 years — Born between 02.04.1996 and 01.04.2005 (both inclusive)
Educational Qualification	Graduation in any discipline from a recognised university or equivalent. Final-year / semester students may apply provisionally — must produce proof of passing by 30 September 2026. Medical, Engineering, CA, CMA etc. also eligible.
Application Fee	UR / EWS / OBC: ₹750 (non-refundable) \| SC / ST / PwBD: NIL
Phase-I Exam	Preliminary Examination — August 2026 — 100 marks — 1 hour — 3 sections (English, Quant, Reasoning)
Phase-II Exam	Main Examination — September 2026 — 230 questions — 3 hrs 30 min — Objective (200 marks) + Descriptive (30 marks)
Phase-III	Psychometric Test + Group Exercise + Interview — October/November 2026 — 50 marks (GE 20 + Interview 30)
Merit Calculation	Main Exam (Phase-II) + GE & Interview (Phase-III) normalised to 100 marks — Phase-I marks NOT counted in final merit
Basic Pay (JMGS-I)	₹48,480/month (plus 4 advance increments) — Scale: 48480-2000/7-62480-2340/2-67160-2680/7-85920
Approximate CTC	~₹21.97 Lacs per annum at Mumbai centre — includes DA, HRA, CCA, LFC, medical facility etc.
Bond / Service Commitment	₹2,00,000 service bond — must serve minimum 3 years — bond invoked on early resignation
Probation Period	2 years — continuous assessment — confirmation as JMGS-I officer on qualifying probation standards
Pre-Exam Training (PET)	Available online for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD candidates — July 2026 — opt-in during application
Official Website	https://sbi.bank.in/web/careers/current-openings
Helpdesk	022-22820427 (11 AM–5 PM on working days) \| Online: http://cgrs.ibps.in

Important Dates & Recruitment Schedule

Apply: 18 Jun–8 Jul 2026 | Prelims: Aug 2026 | Mains: Sep 2026 | GE+Interview: Oct/Nov 2026

📣Official Notification Released — Advt. CRPD/PO/2026-27/09 — sbi.bank.in18 June 2026Released

🟢Online Application Window Opens at sbi.bank.in/web/careers/current-openings
Register → upload photo/signature/thumb impression/hand-written declaration → pay fee → submit — start early, portal tends to get congested near deadline18 June 2026Active Now

🚫Last Date to Submit Online Application + Pay Fee
No mode other than online accepted — no extension expected — fee non-refundable once paid — verify all details before final submission8 July 2026

📄Pre-Examination Training for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD candidates — Online mode — opt-in during application registrationJuly 2026Upcoming

📋Preliminary Exam Admit Card Download — from sbi.bank.in — no hard copy by post — use registration no. + password/DOB to download2nd/3rd wk July 2026Upcoming

📝Phase-I — Online Preliminary Examination
100 MCQs • 100 marks • 1 hour • 3 sections with separate timing — English (40 Qs 20 min) | Quant (30 Qs 20 min) | Reasoning (30 Qs 20 min) — Negative marking ¼August 2026Upcoming

📊Phase-I Result Declaration — Category-wise merit list drawn — approx. 10x vacancies shortlisted for MainsAug/Sep 2026Upcoming

✍️Phase-II — Online Main Examination
170 Qs Objective (200 marks, 3 hrs) + Descriptive Paper 3 Qs (30 marks, 30 min) — Reasoning & CA | Data Analysis | GA/Economy/Banking | English — Negative marking ¼ — Sectional cut-offs applySeptember 2026Upcoming

📊Phase-II Result Declaration — approx. 3x vacancies shortlisted for Phase-III — subject to minimum aggregate qualifying scoreSep/Oct 2026Upcoming

🏅Phase-III — Psychometric Test + Group Exercise + Personal Interview
Psychometric Test (personality profiling, mandatory, not scored) + GE (20 marks) + Interview (30 marks) — Total Phase-III: 50 marksOct/Nov 2026Upcoming

🏆Final Result — Merit list based on Phase-II (75%) + Phase-III (25%) normalised to 100 — Phase-I marks NOT counted — Provisional selection communicated via sbi.bank.inNov/Dec 2026Upcoming

⚠ All updates, corrigenda, admit cards, result declarations, and call letters will be published only on sbi.bank.in/web/careers/current-openings. No separate advertisements or postal intimations. Keep registered email and mobile active throughout the entire selection process.

Category-wise Vacancy Details

1500 PO posts — 1446 regular + 54 backlog — 4% horizontal PwBD reservation (61 posts)

Category	Regular	Backlog	Total
SC — Scheduled Castes	216	18	234
ST — Scheduled Tribes	108	36	144
OBC — Other Backward Classes (NCL only)	390	—	390
EWS — Economically Weaker Section	144	—	144
UR — Unreserved / General	588	—	588
Grand Total	1446	54	1500

UR Unreserved / General

588

OBC Other Backward Classes (NCL)

390

SC Scheduled Castes (incl. 18 backlog)

234

EWS Economically Weaker Section

144

ST Scheduled Tribes (incl. 36 backlog)

144

PwBD Category	Regular	Backlog	Total (Horizontal)
VI — Visually Impaired (Blind/Low Vision)	15	—	15
HI — Hearing Impaired (Hard of Hearing)	15	1	16
LD — Locomotor Disability	14	—	14
d&e — Autism (Mild), Mental Illness, Multiple Disabilities	14	2	16
Total PwBD (Horizontal)	58	3	61
⚠ PwBD reservation is horizontal — selected from within vertical category quotas (UR/SC/ST/OBC/EWS). Candidates with temporary disability (likely to improve) are not eligible. PwBD certificate must be dated on or before the last date of application registration (8 July 2026).

Eligibility Criteria

Graduate any discipline | Age 21–30 as on 01 Apr 2026 | Final-year students may apply provisionally

Criterion	Details
Educational Qualification	Graduation in any discipline from a recognised university or an equivalent qualification recognised by the Central Government. Medical, Engineering, CA, CMA also eligible. Final-year/semester students may apply provisionally — must produce proof of passing graduation on or before 30 September 2026. Date of passing = date on marksheet/provisional certificate or date result was posted on university website.
Minimum Age	21 years — born not later than 01 April 2005
Maximum Age	30 years — born not earlier than 02 April 1996 (both dates inclusive)
Age Calculated As On	01 April 2026
Nationality	Indian Citizen
CIBIL / Credit History	Candidates with default in repayment of loans/credit card dues must regularise/repay all outstanding by the date of joining. Adverse CIBIL status not updated by date of joining = appointment cancelled. Check CIBIL score before applying.
Government Employees	Must submit 'No Objection Certificate' from current employer at the time of interview. Failure = candidature not considered. On selection = proper discharge certificate needed before joining.
⚠ Change of category is not permitted at any stage after registration. OBC candidates in the creamy layer must apply as UR. No change from UR to reserved or vice versa once submitted. Eligibility is finally verified only when shortlisted for Interview.

Category	Age Relaxation	Effective Max. Age
OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)	+3 years	33 years
SC / ST	+5 years	35 years
PwBD (UR / EWS)	+10 years	40 years
PwBD (OBC)	+13 years	43 years
PwBD (SC / ST)	+15 years	45 years
Ex-Servicemen (ECO/SSCO with 5 yrs service)	+5 years	35 years
Cumulative age relaxation is not available — only one relaxation category applies. Age relaxation certificates must be submitted at the time of Group Exercise/Interview if shortlisted.

📊 Number of Permissible Attempts (Chances)

UR / EWS: Maximum 6 chances | OBC / OBC (PwBD) / UR (PwBD) / EWS (PwBD): Maximum 9 chances | SC / SC (PwBD) / ST / ST (PwBD): No restriction on number of chances. Important: Appearing in the Main Examination counts as one chance — appearing in Preliminary Examination does NOT count. Candidates who have exhausted their maximum permissible chances are not eligible to apply for this cycle.

3-Phase Selection Process & Exam Pattern

Prelims → Mains → Psychometric + GE + Interview | Final merit = Phase-II (75%) + Phase-III (25%)

Phase I — August 2026

Online Preliminary Examination

100 MCQs • 100 Marks • 1 Hour

3 sections with separate timing: English (40 Qs, 20 min) | Quantitative Aptitude (30 Qs, 20 min) | Reasoning Ability (30 Qs, 20 min). Negative marking ¼. Shortlists approx. 10× vacancies per category for Mains. Phase-I marks NOT added in final merit.

Phase II — September 2026

Online Main Examination

230 items • 230 Marks • 3 hrs 30 min

Objective (170 Qs, 200 marks, 3 hrs) + Descriptive Paper (3 Qs, 30 marks, 30 min). Sectional cut-offs apply. Shortlists approx. 3× vacancies per category for Phase-III. Phase-II marks normalised to 75 in final merit.

Phase III — Oct/Nov 2026

Psychometric Test + GE + Interview

50 Marks (GE 20 + Interview 30)

Psychometric Test: mandatory personality profiling — not scored but placed before interview panel. Group Exercise: 20 marks. Personal Interview: 30 marks. Phase-III marks normalised to 25 in final merit. Both Phase-II and Phase-III must be qualified separately.

Prelims — Section 1

English Language

40 Qs • 20 min • No sectional cut-off in Prelims

Prelims — Section 2

Quantitative Aptitude

30 Qs • 20 min

Prelims — Section 3

Reasoning Ability

30 Qs • 20 min

Prelims — Total

100 MCQs / 100 Marks

1 hour • Negative ¼ • No sectional cut-off

📝 Phase-II Main Examination — Objective Test Structure

Test	Subject	No. of Qs	Max. Marks	Duration
I	Reasoning & Computer Aptitude	40	60	50 minutes
II	Data Analysis & Interpretation	30	60	45 minutes
III	General Awareness / Economy / Banking Knowledge	60	60	45 minutes
IV	English Language	40	20	40 minutes
Objective Total		170	200	3 hours

✍️ Phase-II Descriptive Paper — Communication Skills (30 marks, 30 minutes)

Component	Options	Marks
Email Writing	Choose 1 out of 2 given options	10
Situation Analysis	Choose 1 out of 2 given options	10
Report Writing OR Précis Writing	Choose either Report or Précis from 2 options each	10
Descriptive Total		30
Descriptive answers must be typed on computer at the exam centre — immediately after the Objective test concludes. Answers in Hindi or other regional languages are not accepted for the descriptive paper.

🏆 Final Merit Calculation — Normalised Marks

Component	Raw Max. Marks	Normalised To
Phase-II — Main Examination (Objective + Descriptive)	230	75 marks
Phase-III — Group Exercise + Interview	50	25 marks
Final Merit List Total	280	100 marks
⚠ Phase-I (Preliminary) marks are NOT included in final merit. Candidates must qualify both Phase-II and Phase-III separately. Sectional cut-offs in Mains are decided by SBI based on number of vacancies. Tie-breaking: equal marks → higher age ranked first in descending order of age.

Emoluments, Benefits & Career Path

Starting basic ₹48,480 in JMGS-I | CTC ~₹21.97 LPA | DA + HRA + CCA + NPS + Medical + LFC

Starting Basic Pay — JMGS-I

₹48,480/mo

4 advance increments included — Scale max ₹85,920/month

Approximate CTC — Mumbai Centre

~₹21.97 LPA

Includes DA, HRA/CCA, LFC, Medical, NPS etc.

Application Fee — UR/EWS/OBC

₹750

SC/ST/PwBD: NIL — Non-refundable

Emolument / Benefit	Details
Pay Scale (JMGS-I)	₹48,480–2000/7–62,480–2340/2–67,160–2680/7–85,920 (with 4 advance increments — effective start: ₹48,480)
Dearness Allowance (DA)	As applicable — revised quarterly based on CPI — a significant component of total emoluments
HRA / CCA	House Rent Allowance or lease rental facility \| City Compensatory Allowance — based on posting city
National Pension System (NPS)	Contributory Pension Fund under NPS — both employee and SBI contributions
Leave Fare Concession (LFC)	Travel allowance for self and family — block-year basis as per SBI service rules
Medical Facility	Comprehensive medical benefits for employee and dependants — including reimbursement of hospitalisation expenses
Provident Fund	Contributory PF as per applicable rules
Travel Reimbursement for Interview	Outstation candidates called for interview reimbursed Railway AC-III fare (shortest route) — local transport not reimbursed
Service Bond	₹2,00,000 bond — minimum 3 years of service — invoked on resignation before 3 years
Approx. gross in-hand at start at Mumbai: ~₹82,000–90,000/month including DA and allowances. Effective value higher due to SBI's comprehensive benefits — lease facility, medical cover, LFC, subsidised loan rates for personal/home/vehicle loans as per SBI employee scheme.

🚀 SBI PO Career Progression Path

Joining

Probationary Officer

JMGS-I | 2 yrs probation

→

Confirmation

Assistant Manager

JMGS-I | After probation assessment

→

Promotion

Deputy Manager

MMGS-II | Performance-based promotion

→

Senior Path

Manager → AGM → DGM → GM

MMGS-III → SMGS-IV/V → TEG → Top Mgmt

🌎 International Exposure & Domestic Opportunities

SBI POs have access to opportunities in SBI's foreign offices and international branches across the globe. The Bank's transfer policy allows allotment to any circle/office across India, including deputation to associates, subsidiaries, or other organisations based on service requirements. Meritorious officers can reach Top Management Grade in a relatively short time through SBI's structured promotion policy.

How to Apply Online

sbi.bank.in/web/careers/current-openings → register → upload documents → pay ₹750 → submit by 8 July 2026

📌 Before You Start — Prepare These Items

Keep ready: (1) Valid email ID and mobile number — must remain active throughout the entire process till final result. (2) Scanned colour passport-size photograph — 200W × 230H px, 20–50 KB, JPG — plain/white background (keep 8 copies of same photo for all stages). (3) Scanned signature on white paper — 140W × 60H px, 10–20 KB, JPG — black ink — not in CAPITAL LETTERS. (4) Scanned left thumb impression — 240W × 240H px, 200 DPI, 20–50 KB, JPG. (5) Hand-written declaration in English on white paper — 800W × 400H px, 200 DPI, 50–100 KB, JPG — not in CAPITALS. (6) Debit/Credit Card or Net Banking/UPI for fee payment. (7) Aadhaar card — online Aadhaar verification may be conducted at different stages.

Step 1 — Register at sbi.bank.in/web/careers/current-openings

Visit the official SBI career portal. Click on the Current Opening for Advertisement No. CRPD/PO/2026-27/09. Register by filling in your basic details — a provisional registration number and password will be generated. Note these carefully — they are needed to re-open and edit saved application. Do not submit more than one application — if multiple applications are submitted, only the last valid completed one is considered; fees paid for others are forfeited.

Step 2 — Fill Application Form Carefully

Log in and fill all mandatory fields: personal details, date of birth, category code (refer to the 25-code table in the notification), educational qualification details, contact information, examination centre preference, and Pre-Exam Training (PET) opt-in if applicable (SC/ST/OBC/PwBD candidates). Fill all data exactly as in original certificates — no changes are permitted after final submission. Verify the category code before submitting — category change is not permitted after registration under any circumstances.

Step 3 — Upload All Required Documents

Upload: (a) Passport-size photograph (200×230 px, 20–50 KB, JPG), (b) Signature on white paper with black ink (140×60 px, 10–20 KB, JPG — NOT in capital letters), (c) Left thumb impression (240×240 px, 200 DPI, 20–50 KB, JPG), (d) Hand-written declaration in English on white paper (800×400 px, 200 DPI, 50–100 KB, JPG — NOT in capitals). Also capture and upload live photograph via webcam or mobile phone QR scan during registration. If face/signature in uploads is unclear, re-upload before final submission — unclear uploads can lead to rejection.

Step 4 — Pay Application Fee

Pay the fee through the integrated payment gateway: ₹750 for UR/EWS/OBC candidates | ₹0 for SC/ST/PwBD candidates. Payment via Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, or UPI — transaction charges (if any) are borne by the candidate. On successful payment, an e-receipt and application form are generated. Fee is completely non-refundable — not held in reserve for any other SBI exam. If transaction fails, re-register and pay again.

Step 5 — Review, Final Submit & Print

Before final submission, thoroughly review every field — personal details, DOB, category, qualification, examination centre. Once submitted, no corrections are allowed under any circumstances — no email/post/phone requests entertained. Click Final Submit. Print and save the system-generated online application form with e-receipt for your records. No printout needs to be sent to SBI. Download all future call letters from the SBI career portal using your registration number and password/DOB — no hard copies will be sent by post.

Portal: sbi.bank.in/web/careers/current-openings Apply: 18 Jun – 8 Jul 2026 Fee: ₹750 UR/OBC/EWS | NIL SC/ST/PwBD Graduate any discipline eligible No hardcopy to be sent to SBI Keep 8 copies of uploaded photo for all stages

Documents Required

Upload during application — carry originals for biometric verification + document check at Interview stage

#	Document	Required For / Notes
1	Passport-size colour photograph (200×230 px, 20–50 KB, JPG — white/light background) — 8 copies of same photo recommended	Online Upload + All exam stages
2	Signature on white paper — black ink — NOT in capital letters (140×60 px, 10–20 KB, JPG)	Online Upload + All exam stages
3	Left thumb impression on white paper — black/blue ink (240×240 px, 200 DPI, 20–50 KB, JPG)	Online Upload + Biometric verification
4	Hand-written declaration in English on white paper — black ink — NOT in capitals (800×400 px, 50–100 KB, JPG)	Online Upload
5	Graduation Degree Certificate & Marksheets — all years/semesters — from recognised university (must show passing by 30 Sep 2026 if final year student)	Interview DV
6	Valid Aadhaar Card — online Aadhaar verification at multiple stages	All stages + DV
7	Photo Identity Proof — Passport / Aadhaar / PAN / Driving Licence / Voter ID / Bank Passbook with photo / School/College ID / Gazetted officer letter — original + self-attested photocopy	All Exam Stages
8	Caste Certificate (SC/ST) — in GoI prescribed format from Competent Authority	Interview DV (SC/ST candidates)
9	OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) Certificate — in GoI prescribed format — issued on or after 01.04.2026 — must be valid on date of interview	Interview DV (OBC candidates)
10	EWS Income & Asset Certificate — GoI prescribed format — issued for FY 2025–26 — valid for FY 2026–27 — from Competent Authority	Interview DV (EWS candidates)
11	PwBD Disability Certificate — from Competent Authority as per GoI guidelines — must be dated on or before 8 July 2026 — specifying disability type and percentage (min 40%)	Online Upload + Interview DV (PwBD)
12	Ex-Servicemen discharge certificate/documents — for age relaxation claim	Interview DV (ESM candidates)
13	NOC from current employer — for government/PSU/bank employees currently serving	Interview (serving employees)
14	Proof of date of birth — Class 10 certificate/marksheet or any valid DOB document	Interview DV
⚠ Original documents must be produced for verification at the time of Interview/Group Exercise. SBI may also verify documents at Prelims/Mains/Psychometric Test stage. Failure to produce originals = not allowed in Interview = not considered for appointment. Biometric (thumb impression/IRIS scan) is captured at multiple stages — do not apply Mehandi or ink on hands before exam.

Frequently Asked Questions

SBI PO 2026 — Advt. CRPD/PO/2026-27/09 — all key queries answered

What is the SBI PO post and why is it considered one of India's most prestigious banking careers?+

Probationary Officer (PO) is the entry-level management position at State Bank of India — India's largest public sector bank and most trusted financial institution with thousands of branches and a global presence. Selected candidates join as POs in Junior Management Grade Scale-I (JMGS-I) and, after a 2-year probation, are confirmed as permanent officers. SBI POs have access to leadership roles from day one — managing branches, credit teams, digital operations, and customer relationships. The role offers accelerated career progression, international postings, attractive pay and perks, job security, and the prestige of being part of India's most powerful banking institution — making it one of the most sought-after government job opportunities in the country.

What are the total vacancies and category-wise distribution for SBI PO 2026?+

SBI PO 2026 has 1500 total vacancies — comprising 1446 regular and 54 backlog posts. Category-wise: UR: 588, OBC (NCL): 390, SC: 234 (including 18 backlog), EWS: 144, ST: 144 (including 36 backlog). In addition, 4% horizontal reservation is provided for PwBD candidates — VI: 15, HI: 16, LD: 14, d&e (ASD-Mild, Mental Illness, Multiple): 16 — total 61 PwBD posts. Vacancies are provisional and may be revised before final selection. OBC candidates in the creamy layer must apply as UR. EWS certificate must be based on FY 2025–26 income.

What is the qualification required for SBI PO 2026?+

Graduation in any discipline from a recognised university or equivalent qualification recognised by the Central Government. There is no minimum percentage requirement — any passing grade in graduation is acceptable. Professional qualifications like Medical, Engineering, Chartered Accountant (CA), Cost Accountant (CMA) are also eligible. Final-year/semester students may apply provisionally — but if shortlisted for interview, they must produce proof of passing graduation on or before 30 September 2026. The date of passing is the date appearing on the mark sheet / provisional certificate, or the date the result was officially posted on the university's website.

What is the 3-phase selection process and how is the final merit calculated?+

Selection is through 3 phases: Phase-I (Preliminary Exam) — 100 MCQs, 100 marks, 1 hour, 3 sections — used only for shortlisting approx. 10× vacancies per category for Mains — Phase-I marks are NOT counted in final merit. Phase-II (Main Exam) — 170 Qs Objective (200 marks) + Descriptive Paper 3 Qs (30 marks) — total 230 marks, 3.5 hours — sectional cut-offs apply — shortlists approx. 3× vacancies for Phase-III. Phase-III — Psychometric Test (personality profiling, mandatory, not scored) + Group Exercise (20 marks) + Personal Interview (30 marks) — 50 marks total. Final merit = Phase-II normalised to 75 marks + Phase-III normalised to 25 marks = 100 marks. Both Phase-II and Phase-III must be qualified separately — failing either disqualifies the candidate.

What is the exact pay and what are the total benefits of the SBI PO post?+

Starting basic pay is ₹48,480/month (including 4 advance increments) in the JMGS-I scale of 48480-2000/7-62480-2340/2-67160-2680/7-85920. Total approximate CTC at Mumbai centre is ₹21.97 Lacs per annum. Beyond basic pay, SBI POs receive: Dearness Allowance (DA) — revised quarterly; HRA / CCA / Lease facility based on posting city; National Pension System (NPS) — contributory pension; Leave Fare Concession (LFC); Medical Benefits — comprehensive coverage for employee and family; Subsidised employee loan rates for personal/home/vehicle loans; Travel reimbursement for interview (Railway AC-III, shortest route). Gross monthly in-hand at entry level in a metro city is approximately ₹85,000–95,000 including all allowances.

What is the application fee and who is exempted?+

The application fee is ₹750 for UR, EWS, and OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) candidates. SC, ST, and PwBD candidates are completely exempted — fee is NIL. Payment is through the online portal only — Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, or UPI. Transaction charges, if any, are borne by the candidate. The fee is completely non-refundable — not held in reserve for any future SBI exam — under no circumstances. Candidates submitting multiple applications have fees for all except the last valid application forfeited.

How many attempts are allowed and does appearing in Prelims count as a chance?+

The maximum permissible attempts (chances) are: UR/EWS: 6 chances; OBC/OBC(PwBD)/UR(PwBD)/EWS(PwBD): 9 chances; SC/SC(PwBD)/ST/ST(PwBD): No restriction. Critically: appearing in the Main Examination counts as one chance — but appearing in the Preliminary Examination does NOT count as a chance. In years where only one examination was held (no separate Prelims), appearing in that single exam counts as a chance. Candidates who have exhausted their maximum permissible chances are NOT eligible to apply for SBI PO 2026.

What is the service bond condition for SBI POs?+

All selected SBI PO candidates must execute a Bond of ₹2,00,000 (Two Lakh Rupees) at the time of joining. This bond commits the officer to serve SBI for a minimum period of 3 years from the date of joining. If a PO resigns or leaves SBI service before completing 3 years, the full bond amount of ₹2 Lakhs is invoked and must be paid to the Bank. The bond is a standard condition for all PO joiners and is aimed at ensuring a minimum period of service given the significant training investment made by SBI. There is no restriction on leaving after 3 years.

What is the CIBIL/credit history requirement for SBI PO candidates?+

SBI checks the CIBIL (credit information) status of all candidates at the time of joining. Candidates who have defaulted in repayment of loans, credit card dues, or any lending arrangement with Banks/NBFCs/Financial Institutions must regularise/repay all outstanding dues on or before the date of joining. If the CIBIL status has not been updated by the date of joining despite repayment, the candidate must either get the status updated or provide NOCs from the concerned lenders confirming no outstanding dues. Failure to regularise or provide proof makes the candidate ineligible for appointment, and the offer letter is withdrawn/cancelled. Candidates are strongly advised to check their CIBIL score before applying.

What are the OBC and EWS certificate validity requirements for SBI PO 2026?+

For OBC (NCL) candidates: The OBC Non-Creamy Layer certificate must be issued on or after 01 April 2026 and in the GoI prescribed format (containing the non-creamy layer clause). It must be produced at the time of document verification at the interview. Older OBC certificates or certificates without the NCL clause are not valid. Creamy layer OBC candidates must apply as UR. For EWS candidates: The Income & Asset Certificate must be issued by a Competent Authority in the GoI prescribed format — based on gross annual income for FY 2025–26 and valid for FY 2026–27. Both certificates must be produced at document verification — failure to produce valid certificates = not allowed in interview + not considered for appointment.

Official Links & Resources

Notification PDF + apply at sbi.bank.in — helpdesk: 022-22820427 | cgrs.ibps.in

📄 Official Notification & Application Links

📄 Official Notification PDF — SBI PO 2026 (Advt. No. CRPD/PO/2026-27/09 dated 18.06.2026) 🔗 SBI Career Portal — sbi.bank.in/web/careers/current-openings (Apply Online, Call Letter Download, Results) ⛰ SBI Official Website — sbi.bank.in (All Exam Updates, Admit Cards & Final Result) 📞 IBPS Helpdesk Portal — cgrs.ibps.in (For form/fee/call letter queries — mention SBI PO 2026 in subject)

📍 SBI — Key Recruitment Information

Organisation: State Bank of India (SBI) — Central Recruitment & Promotion Department (CRPD), Corporate Centre, Mumbai | Email: crpd@sbi.co.in
Advertisement No.: CRPD/PO/2026-27/09 dated 18 June 2026
Post: Probationary Officer (PO) — Junior Management Grade Scale-I (JMGS-I) | Total Vacancies: 1500
Application Period: 18 June 2026 to 8 July 2026 | Fee: ₹750 (UR/EWS/OBC) | NIL (SC/ST/PwBD)
Phase-I Prelims: August 2026 | Phase-II Mains: September 2026 | Phase-III GE+Interview: October/November 2026
Basic Pay: ₹48,480/month (JMGS-I) | CTC: ~₹21.97 LPA (Mumbai) | Service Bond: ₹2 Lakh for 3 years
Helpdesk: 022-22820427 (11 AM–5 PM on working days) | Online: cgrs.ibps.in

All updates, admit cards, shortlist/result declarations, and corrigenda published only on sbi.bank.in/web/careers/current-openings. No postal intimations. SBI does not associate with any external coaching platform or consultancy claiming guaranteed selection.

⚠ Critical Reminders for Applicants

Do not submit more than one application — only the last valid application is considered; fee for other registrations is forfeited
Category change is not permitted at any stage after registration — choose correctly (OBC creamy layer = UR)
OBC certificate must be issued on or after 01.04.2026 — older certificates are invalid for SBI PO 2026
Appearing in Main Exam counts as one chance — Prelims does not count — verify remaining chances before applying
Final-year students must pass graduation by 30 September 2026 to be eligible if called for interview
Check CIBIL score before applying — loan defaults must be cleared before date of joining or offer is cancelled
Phase-I Prelims marks are NOT counted in final merit — only Phase-II + Phase-III contribute
Service bond of ₹2 Lakh for minimum 3 years — invoked on early resignation
All electronic devices including mobile phones strictly prohibited at exam/interview venues — Aadhaar verification and biometric capture at multiple stages
SBI never endorses external coaching platforms or consultancies — rely solely on sbi.bank.in

Advt. CRPD/PO/2026-27/09 — 18 Jun 2026 1500 PO Posts — JMGS-I Apply: 18 Jun – 8 Jul 2026 Fee: ₹750 UR/OBC/EWS | NIL SC/ST/PwBD Basic Pay: ₹48,480/month | CTC ~₹21.97 LPA 3-Phase: Prelims (Aug) → Mains (Sep) → GE+Interview (Oct/Nov)

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