SBI PO Recruitment 2026 – 1500 Probationary Officer Vacancies, Apply Online

SBI PO Recruitment 2026 – Details

State Bank of India (SBI) has released the official notification for the recruitment of Probationary Officers (PO) for the year 2026. The notification came out on 18th June 2026 under Advertisement No. CRPD/PO/2026-27/09. This year, SBI has announced 1,500 vacancies across the country, which is nearly three times more than last year's 541 posts.

For candidates from Assam, this is a golden opportunity. SBI PO is one of the most prestigious banking jobs in India. Selected candidates are appointed in Junior Management Grade Scale-I with a basic salary of ₹48,480 and an in-hand salary of approximately ₹80,000 – ₹82,000 per month.

Vacancy Details

This year SBI has released a total of 1,500 PO posts, which includes 1446 regular and 54 backlog posts.

Additionally, 61 posts have been kept under horizontal reservation for Persons with Disabilities (PwBD).

SBI PO Exam Centres in Assam

For candidates from Assam, the SBI PO 2026 examination will be conducted at multiple centres across the state. This makes it convenient for aspirants from different districts to appear for the exam without travelling far.

SBI PO Prelims Exam Centres in Assam:

• Dibrugarh
• Guwahati
• Jorhat
• Kokrajhar
• Silchar
• Tezpur

SBI PO Mains Exam Centre in Assam:

• Guwahati

Eligibility Criteria for SBI PO 2026

1. Nationality

Candidates must be:

• A citizen of India
• A subject of Nepal or Bhutan
• A Tibetan refugee who came to India before 1st January 1962 for permanent settlement
• A Person of Indian Origin (PIO) who migrated from Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Burma, Vietnam, or East African countries (Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Zambia, Ethiopia, Malawi, Zaire) with the intention of permanent settlement in India

2. Educational Qualification

Candidates must have:

• A Graduation degree in any discipline from a recognised university or institution. Any pass degree is sufficient – there is no minimum percentage requirement.
• Final year/semester students can also apply provisionally, but must provide proof of passing the degree at the time of interview.
• Candidates with Chartered Accountant (CA) certification or Integrated Dual Degree (IDD) are also eligible.

3. Age Limit

Candidates must be between 21 and 30 years of age as on 1st April 2026. Date of birth should be between 2nd April 1996 and 1st April 2005.

Age Relaxation (Upper Limit):

4. Number of Attempts

SBI has set limits on the number of attempts. Appearing in Prelims does not count – only Mains attempt is considered.

Application Fee

Payment can be made online through debit card, credit card, or net banking.

Selection Process

The selection process for SBI PO 2026 includes multiple stages:

1. Preliminary Examination – Screening stage (English, Quant, Reasoning)
2. Main Examination – Objective + Descriptive
3. Psychometric Test – Evaluates behavioural traits
4. Group Exercise – Group discussions and activities
5. Personal Interview – Final assessment stage

Candidates must clear each stage to progress further. Final selection is based on Main Exam, Interview, and Group Exercise performance.

How to Apply for SBI PO Recruitment 2026?

The application process is completely online. Follow these steps:

1. Visit the official SBI website: sbi.co.in
2. Scroll down and click on the "Careers" section
3. Open "Current Openings" and find the SBI PO 2026 notification
4. Click on "Apply Online"
5. Register using your email ID and mobile number
6. Fill in the application form with personal, educational, and category details
7. Upload required documents: photograph, signature, thumb impression, handwritten declaration
8. Pay the application fee online
9. Review all details carefully, then click "Submit"
10. Download and save the confirmation page for future reference

Note: Keep all documents ready before starting. The last date to apply is 8th July 2026.

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