A remarkable opportunity has emerged for youth eager to join the largest public sector bank in India. The State Bank of India (SBI) is now accepting applications for 1,500 Probationary Officer (PO) positions. The online application window is open, allowing interested candidates to submit their applications until July 8, 2026. Graduates are eligible to apply, and final-year students can also participate under specific conditions. The selection process will consist of several stages, and successful candidates will enjoy a competitive salary along with various banking benefits.

The available positions include both regular and backlog roles. Reservations are provided in accordance with regulations for various categories, including Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), Other Backward Classes (OBC), Economically Weaker Sections (EWS), and persons with disabilities.

Who Can Apply?

Applicants must possess a degree from a recognized university. Final-year students are also eligible but must present their degree certificate by a specified deadline during the selection process. Candidates must be aged between 21 and 30 years as of April 1, 2026. Age relaxation will be provided for candidates from reserved categories as per government regulations.

Application Fee and Selection Process

Candidates from the General, OBC, and EWS categories are required to pay an application fee of ₹750. However, candidates from SC, ST, and differently-abled categories are exempt from this fee. The recruitment process will commence with a preliminary examination, followed by a main examination. Those who qualify in the main examination will be invited for a psychometric test, group exercise, and an interview. The final merit list will be based on the scores from the main examination and the interview.

Exam Dates and Salary Details

As per the tentative schedule, the preliminary examination is expected to take place in August 2026, with the main examination following in September 2026. The interview and other final stages are anticipated to be completed between October and November 2026. Selected candidates will receive a basic salary of ₹48,480, along with benefits such as Dearness Allowance, House Rent Allowance, medical facilities, pension, and additional allowances. Candidates are advised to prepare all necessary documents in advance and ensure that all details entered in the application form are accurate, as modifications will not be permitted after submission.