SBI PO 2026 Notification Out, Applications Open For 1,500 Posts From June 18

SBI PO 2026: The State Bank of India (SBI) has released its notification for Probationary Officer (PO) recruitment 2026.

The online application process kicked off on June 18, Thursday. For graduates and final-year students eyeing a managerial entry into the banking sector, this is a fresh window of opportunity.

At A Glance

• Online application started on June 18, 2026
• Last date to apply reported as July 8, 2026
• Total of 1,500 vacancies announced across the country
• Application fee is Rs 750 for General, OBC, EWS; SC/ST/PwD exempted

Important Dates

Barring the application deadline, the rest of this schedule comes from reported figures and could shift a bit. It’s worth double-checking the exact dates on the official SBI website before planning around them.

Vacancy Details

According to the source, a total of 1,500 vacancies have been announced for eligible graduates nationwide. The category-wise breakup isn’t mentioned, though, so candidates will need to check the official notification for that detail.

Eligibility Criteria

• Candidates must hold a bachelor’s degree from a recognised university or institution.
• Final year or final semester students can also apply, but subject to conditions laid out in the official notification — and they’ll need to submit proof of passing their degree within the prescribed timeline.
• Minimum age is 21 years, maximum is 30 years.
• Reserved category candidates get age relaxation as per government rules; it’s best to check the official notification for the exact category-wise relaxation figures.

How To Apply

• Visit the official website sbi.co.in.
• Click on the SBI PO Recruitment 2026 application link on the homepage.
• Register with a valid email ID and mobile number.
• Fill out the application form carefully.
• Upload the required documents, photograph and signature.
• Pay the application fee online and submit the form.

Application Fee

The fee stands at Rs 750 for General, OBC and EWS candidates. SC, ST and PwD candidates don’t need to pay anything.

Selection Process

As per the source, the selection process runs through the Preliminary Examination (Phase 1), the Main Examination, and then a psychometric test, group exercise and interview. The full methodology will be spelt out in the official notification.

What Candidates Should Do Now

• Match your profile against the eligibility criteria first.
• Finish the online application well before July 8 — don’t leave it for the last moment.
• Keep scanned copies of documents, photograph, signature and educational certificates ready in advance.
• Hold on to the fee payment receipt and the application printout; you’ll need them later.
• Keep an eye on the official website regularly, since call letters and exam dates could see updates.

Preparation Note

The SBI PO exam continues to be one of the toughest banking exams out there. At the Preliminary stage, candidates should put their energy into Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude and English Language. Come the Main exam, Data Analysis, Banking and Economy Awareness, and Descriptive Writing all need equal attention — and the group exercise and interview rounds call for steady practice in current affairs and communication skills alongside.

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