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Introduction
The State Bank of India Probationary Officer (SBI PO) examination is one of the most prestigious banking recruitment exams conducted in India. Every year thousands of aspirants apply for this highly competitive exam to build a career in the banking sector.
The recruitment process evaluates candidates on reasoning ability, quantitative aptitude, English language proficiency, general awareness, decision-making ability, and professional aptitude.
The exam is conducted in three stages: Preliminary Examination, Main Examination, and Interview with Group Exercise.
SBI PO Latest Notification 2026
The SBI PO 2026 Recruitment Notification is one of the most awaited announcements in the Indian banking sector. The Probationary Officer position offers excellent career growth, job stability, and attractive salary benefits.
SBI PO Important Dates 2026
| Event |
Expected Date |
| Notification Release |
September 2026 |
| Online Application Start |
September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply |
October 2026 |
| Preliminary Exam |
November 2026 |
| Main Exam |
December 2026 |
| Interview |
January / February 2027 |
| Final Result |
March 2027 |
SBI PO Exam Pattern 2026
Preliminary Exam
| Section |
Questions |
Marks |
Time |
| English Language |
30 |
30 |
20 Minutes |
| Quantitative Aptitude |
35 |
35 |
20 Minutes |
| Reasoning Ability |
35 |
35 |
20 Minutes |
| Total |
100 |
100 |
60 Minutes |
Main Exam
| Section |
Questions |
Marks |
| Reasoning & Computer Aptitude |
45 |
60 |
| Data Analysis & Interpretation |
35 |
60 |
| General / Economy / Banking Awareness |
40 |
40 |
| English Language |
35 |
40 |
| Total |
155 |
200 |
SBI PO 2026 Syllabus
English Language
- Reading Comprehension
- Cloze Test
- Para Jumbles
- Error Detection
- Sentence Improvement
- Vocabulary
Quantitative Aptitude
- Simplification
- Number Series
- Data Interpretation
- Profit and Loss
- Time and Work
- Ratio and Proportion
Reasoning Ability
- Puzzles and Seating Arrangement
- Blood Relations
- Coding Decoding
- Syllogism
- Direction Sense
- Logical Reasoning
Eligibility Criteria
- Nationality: Indian Citizen
- Minimum Age: 21 Years
- Maximum Age: 30 Years
- Age relaxation available for reserved categories
Educational Criteria
Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized university.
Selection Process
- Preliminary Examination
- Main Examination
- Group Exercise
- Personal Interview
Vacancy Details
| Category |
Expected Vacancies |
| General |
350+ |
| OBC |
200+ |
| SC |
120+ |
| ST |
60+ |
| EWS |
80+ |
| Total |
800+ Approx |
SBI PO Salary 2026
| Component |
Amount |
| Basic Pay |
₹41,960 |
| Dearness Allowance |
₹10,000+ |
| HRA |
₹5,000+ |
| Other Allowances |
₹7,000+ |
| Gross Salary |
₹65,000 – ₹70,000 |
Expected Cut Off
| Category |
Prelims |
Main |
| General |
65-70 |
100-110 |
| OBC |
60-65 |
95-105 |
| SC |
55-60 |
85-95 |
| ST |
50-55 |
80-90 |
Apply Online
Step by Step Application Process
- Visit SBI official website.
- Register using email and mobile number.
- Fill application form.
- Upload photograph and signature.
- Pay application fee online.
- Submit and download confirmation page.
Preparation Tips
- Understand exam pattern and syllabus.
- Practice mock tests regularly.
- Focus on reasoning and quantitative aptitude.
- Read newspapers for banking awareness.
- Revise formulas frequently.
Latest Quizzes
- SBI PO Reasoning Quiz
- SBI PO Quantitative Aptitude Quiz
- Banking Awareness Quiz
- English Grammar Quiz
Mock Test Series
- SBI PO Prelims Mock Test
- SBI PO Mains Mock Test
- Sectional Mock Tests
FAQs
- Q: What is the age limit for SBI PO?
21 to 30 years.
- Q: What is the salary of SBI PO?
₹65,000 to ₹70,000 approx.
- Q: How many stages are in SBI PO exam?
Three stages.
- Q: Is there negative marking?
Yes, 0.25 marks deduction.
