SBI PO 2026 Recruitment: Eligibility, Salary, Exam Pattern & Online Application Guide
Good news for all banking job aspirants! The State Bank of India (SBI) has released the much-awaited SBI PO 2026 notification for the post of Probationary Officer (PO). This year SBI is recruiting for a huge 1,500 vacancies, making it one of the biggest banking job opportunities of the year. A career as an SBI PO is a dream for lakhs of graduates — it brings respect, job security, and a starting CTC of around ₹21.97 lakh per year. If you are a graduate, this is a wonderful chance to join the country’s largest bank.
The online application starts on 18 June 2026 and the last date to apply is 8 July 2026, so you have limited time to fill the form. Any candidate with a graduation degree in any discipline can apply, even final-year students. In this article we will explain everything in very simple language — vacancy details, eligibility, salary, exam pattern, selection process, important dates, and the step-by-step apply process. Read this full guide carefully so you don’t miss any point. For trusted job updates, keep following GovtJobsAlert.in.
SBI PO 2026 Key Highlights — Vacancy, Salary & Important Dates
The State Bank of India is the largest public sector bank in India, and its Probationary Officer exam is conducted by the Central Recruitment & Promotion Department (CRPD). This recruitment (Advt. No. CRPD/PO/2026-27/09) aims to fill 1,500 Probationary Officer posts across the country. Here are the most important details at a glance:
- Post Name: Probationary Officer (PO)
- Total Vacancies: 1,500 posts
- Salary / Pay Scale: ₹48,480 – ₹85,920 per month (JMGS-I)
- Job Location: All India
- Application Start Date: 18 June 2026
- Last Date to Apply: 8 July 2026
SBI PO 2026 Vacancy Breakdown — Category-Wise Posts
The total of 1,500 vacancies includes 1,446 regular posts and 54 backlog posts. The category-wise distribution is given below:
| Category | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|
| UR (General) | 588 |
| OBC | 390 |
| SC | 234 |
| ST | 144 |
| EWS | 144 |
| Total | 1,500 |
A 4% horizontal reservation is provided for Persons with Benchmark Disability (PwBD), covering visual, hearing, locomotor and other listed disabilities. These vacancies are provisional and may change as per the bank’s actual requirement.
What is the Eligibility for SBI PO 2026?
Before applying, please check both the education and age rules carefully so that your form is not rejected later.
Educational Qualification
- Graduation in any discipline from a recognised university is the basic requirement.
- Candidates in their final year or final semester of graduation can also apply, provided they show proof of passing on or before 30 September 2026.
- Those with professional degrees like Engineering, Medical, Chartered Accountant (CA) or Cost Accountant are also eligible.
- Integrated Dual Degree (IDD) holders must have passed on or before 30 September 2026.
Since the degree can be in any stream, this exam is open to almost every graduate looking for government jobs.
Age Limit
The candidate’s age should be between 21 and 30 years as on 1 April 2026 (born between 2 April 1996 and 1 April 2005, both days inclusive). Reserved categories get extra age relaxation as per government rules:
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 years |
| SC / ST | 5 years |
| PwBD (General / EWS) | 10 years |
| PwBD (OBC) | 13 years |
| PwBD (SC / ST) | 15 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | 5 years |
What is the Salary of an SBI PO in 2026?
The State Bank of India offers one of the best pay packages in the banking sector. A newly joined Probationary Officer is placed in the Junior Management Grade Scale-I (JMGS-I) with four advance increments, which makes the starting salary very attractive.
- Basic Pay: ₹48,480 per month (with 4 advance increments)
- Pay Scale: ₹48,480 – ₹85,920 (JMGS-I)
- Approximate CTC: ₹21.97 lakh per year (at a Mumbai posting)
Along with the basic pay, an SBI PO also receives Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), City Compensatory Allowance (CCA) and other benefits, which push the annual CTC to around ₹21.97 lakh per year.
Apart from the salary, officers enjoy benefits like contributory pension (NPS), medical facilities, lease rental accommodation and leave fare concession. There is also a clear path of fast promotion to higher management grades, which makes this job great for your long-term future.
What is the Selection Process for SBI PO 2026?
The selection happens in three phases. You can check the full exam pattern and syllabus details to plan your preparation the right way.
Phase 1: Preliminary Examination
This is an online objective test of 100 marks to be completed in 1 hour, with separate timing of 20 minutes for each section — English Language (40 questions), Quantitative Aptitude (30 questions) and Reasoning Ability (30 questions). The Prelims is only qualifying in nature, which means these marks are not added to the final merit list.
Phase 2: Main Examination
The Mains has an objective test of 200 marks (170 questions, 3 hours) plus a descriptive test of 30 marks (30 minutes). The objective part has four sections: Reasoning & Computer Aptitude (60 marks), Data Analysis & Interpretation (60 marks), General/Economy/Banking Awareness (60 marks) and English Language (20 marks). The descriptive test checks your communication skills through email and report/essay writing typed on the computer.
Phase 3: Psychometric Test, Group Exercise & Interview
Candidates who clear the Mains are called for the final phase. It includes a Psychometric Test, a Group Exercise (20 marks) and a Personal Interview (30 marks). Remember, there is a negative marking of 0.25 marks for every wrong answer in the objective tests. The final merit gives 75% weight to the Main exam and 25% weight to the Group Exercise and Interview — Prelims marks are not counted.
How to Apply Online for SBI PO 2026?
Before you start, keep your scanned photograph, signature, left thumb impression and a handwritten declaration ready, along with an active email ID and mobile number. Then follow these simple steps:
- Visit the official SBI careers portal (direct link given in the Essential Links section below).
- Open the “Current Openings” page and click on the SBI PO 2026 advertisement to read it fully.
- Click on “New Registration” and create your login using your name, email and mobile number.
- Fill in your personal, educational and category details correctly in the application form.
- Upload your photograph, signature, thumb impression and handwritten declaration in the required size.
- Pay the application fee online using Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking or UPI.
- Submit the form and take a printout of the final application for your record.
SBI PO 2026 Important Dates — Application Timeline
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 18 June 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 18 June 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 8 July 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 8 July 2026 |
| Prelims Admit Card | July 2026 |
| Preliminary Exam (Tentative) | August 2026 |
| Main Exam (Tentative) | September 2026 |
| Phase-III / Interview (Tentative) | Oct – Nov 2026 |
SBI PO 2026 Application Fee — Category-Wise
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹750 |
| SC / ST / PwBD | No Fee |
The fee is to be paid online only through Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking or UPI. Once paid, the application fee is non-refundable.
SBI PO 2026 Essential Links
- Download Official Notification PDF
- Apply Online for SBI PO 2026
- Visit SBI Official Website
- Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
This is a wonderful chance to build a respected and high-paying career with India’s largest bank. If you are a graduate and meet the eligibility, don’t wait till the last moment — apply before 8 July 2026 and start your preparation today. Believe in yourself; with honest and steady effort, this dream job can surely be yours. For more such latest banking and government job updates, keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in.