SBI PO 2025 Recruitment Apply Online and Exam Dates: The State Bank of India (SBI) has officially released the SBI PO 2025-26 notification, inviting online applications for 541 Probationary Officer (PO) vacancies across India. As one of the most awaited banking recruitments, the SBI PO exam attracts lakhs of aspirants aiming to join India’s largest public sector bank in an officer-grade role.
Eligible graduates aged between 21 and 30 years can submit their applications online from June 24 to July 14, 2025. The recruitment process involves a three-phase selection procedure, including prelims, mains, psychometric test, group exercises, and personal interview. Candidates must ensure that they meet the eligibility criteria and apply through the official website — sbi.co.in.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Body | State Bank of India (SBI) |
| Post | Probationary Officer (PO) |
| Vacancies | 541 |
| Educational Qualification | Graduation in any discipline from a recognised university |
| Age Limit | 21 to 30 years (as per cut-off date in notification) |
| Online Application Dates | June 24 to July 14, 2025 |
| Preliminary Exam Date | July/August 2025 |
| Main Exam Date | September 2025 |
| Final Interview & Psychometric Test | October/November 2025 |
| Official Website | sbi.co.in |
| Selection Stages | Prelims, Mains, Psychometric Test, Group Exercise & Interview |
| WhatsApp Official Channel | Join WhatsApp Channel |
| Telegram Official Channel | Join Telegram Channel |
SBI PO 2025: Detailed Vacancy and Eligibility
The SBI PO 2025 recruitment aims to fill 541 Probationary Officer posts in various SBI branches across the country. Applicants must hold a valid graduation degree in any discipline and fall within the specified age bracket of 21–30 years. Reserved category candidates may be eligible for relaxation as per government norms.
Candidates should read the detailed notification thoroughly to understand the category-wise vacancy distribution, pay scale, probation period, and service bond details.
Application Process, Exam Pattern & Selection Procedure
How to Apply:
- Visit sbi.co.in
- Navigate to the ‘Careers’ section and click on ‘Current Openings’.
- Locate the SBI PO 2025 recruitment link and click ‘Apply Online’.
- Complete the registration with basic details and generate a registration number.
- Upload scanned documents, pay the application fee online, and submit the form.
- Download and save a copy of the completed application for reference.
Exam Pattern and Selection Stages:
Phase 1: Preliminary Examination
- Online Objective Test: 100 marks, 60 minutes.
- English Language (30 Qs), Quantitative Aptitude (35 Qs), Reasoning Ability (35 Qs)
- No sectional cut-offs; shortlist based on overall merit.
Phase 2: Main Examination
- Objective Test: 200 marks (Reasoning & Computer Aptitude, Data Analysis, Banking Awareness, English)
- Descriptive Test: 50 marks (3 questions, 30 minutes).
- Sectional cut-offs apply; candidates must clear both sections.
Phase 3: Psychometric Test, Group Exercise & Interview
- Psychometric Test (20 marks) for personality profiling
- Group Exercise (30 marks)
- Personal Interview (50 marks)
Final merit will be prepared by combining scores of Phase 2 and Phase 3, normalised to 100 marks.
Important Instructions and Future Dates
Applicants must verify all personal details before final submission. Once submitted, no corrections will be entertained. Admit cards for prelims will be released in the third or fourth week of July 2025, while the preliminary exam is scheduled for July/August 2025.
Qualified candidates will receive separate call letters for mains and the final stage. Results and final selection will be declared between November and December 2025. Candidates belonging to SC/ST/OBC/PwBD categories can also download Pre-Examination Training (PET) call letters as notified.
Candidates are strongly advised to submit their applications well before the deadline to avoid last-minute server issues and regularly check their email and the official website for updates.
