State Bank of India Recruitment 2025: Probationary Officers
State Bank of India (SBI) is inviting online applications from eligible Indian citizens for the recruitment of Probationary Officers.
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Job Summary
This recruitment drive by the State Bank of India aims to fill a significant number of Probationary Officer positions across various categories. The application process is entirely online, and candidates are advised to carefully review the eligibility criteria and application procedure before applying.
Details of Position
| Position Name | Probationary Officers (PO) |
| Organization | State Bank of India |
| Total Vacancies | 541 |
| Location | Across India |
| Pay Scale | ₹48,480/- (Plus 4 advance increments) in the scale of ₹48480-2000/7-62480-2340/2-67160-2680/7-85920 applicable to Junior Management Grade Scale-I. |
| CTC | Approximately Rs.20.43 Lacs at the initial scale of pay at Mumbai Centre. |
Eligibility Details
Educational Qualifications: Graduation in any discipline from a recognized University or any equivalent qualification recognized as such by the Central Government. Candidates in their final year/semester are also eligible to apply provisionally.
Age Limit: Not below 21 years and not above 30 years as on 01.04.2025. Age relaxation is applicable as per category norms:
- OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 years
- SC/ST: 5 years
- PwBD: 10 years (UR/EWS), 13 years (OBC), 15 years (SC/ST)
- Ex-Servicemen, Commissioned Officers: 5 years
Application Details
Application Start Date: 24.06.2025
Application Deadline: 14.07.2025
Application Fee:
- Unreserved / EWS/OBC candidates: ₹750/-
- SC/ST/PwBD candidates: Nil
Mode of Application: Online only.
How to Apply:
- Visit the official SBI Careers website: https://bank.sbi/web/careers/current-openings
- Scroll down and click on the advertisement number CRPD/PO/2025-26/04.
- Download the detailed advertisement and read it carefully.
- Click on 'Apply Online'.
- Register yourself, upload scanned photograph, signature, left-hand thumb impression and a handwritten declaration.
- Pay the application fee.
- Fill in the application form carefully and submit it.
- Take a printout of the application form for future reference.
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Important Conditions
- Candidates are advised to apply well before the closing date to avoid last-minute technical issues.
- No request for change of category or particulars in the application form will be entertained after submission.
- Candidates serving in Government/PSUs need to submit a 'No Objection Certificate' at the time of interview.
- Candidates must possess valid required certificates for age relaxation, category claims, etc., and produce them at the appropriate time.
- Misbehavior or using unfair means during the examination will lead to disqualification.
- Use of mobile phones, calculators, and other electronic devices is strictly prohibited in the examination premises.
Mode of Selection
The selection process will be conducted in three phases:
- Phase-I: Preliminary Examination (Objective Test)
- Phase-II: Main Examination (Objective Test + Descriptive Test)
- Phase-III: Psychometric Test, Group Exercise & Personal Interview
Final selection will be based on the aggregate marks obtained in Phase-II and Phase-III.