The State Bank of India (SBI) has officially released the SBI PO Recruitment 2025 notification (Advt No. CRPD/PO/2025-26/04) for a total of 541 Probationary Officer (PO) vacancies. The online application process starts from 24 June 2025 and will remain open until 14 July 2025.
This is a golden opportunity for graduates looking to build a career in the public sector banking sector with excellent pay and growth potential.
SBI PO Recruitment 2025 – Key Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 23 June 2025 |
| Online Registration | 24 June 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 14 July 2025 |
| Prelims Admit Card | July 2025 (3rd/4th week) |
| Preliminary Exam | July/August 2025 |
| Prelims Result | August/September 2025 |
| Mains Exam | September 2025 |
| Final Result | November/December 2025 |
SBI PO Recruitment 2025
| Category | Regular | Backlog | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| SC | 75 | 5 | 80 |
| ST | 37 | 36 | 73 |
| OBC | 135 | – | 135 |
| EWS | 50 | – | 50 |
| UR | 203 | – | 203 |
| Total | 500 | 41 | 541 |
Note: 5 vacancies each are reserved for PwBD categories – VI, HI, LD, and d&e.
Eligibility Criteria SBI PO Recruitment 2025
Age Limit (as on 01.04.2025):
- Minimum: 21 years
- Maximum: 30 years
(Candidates should be born between 02.04.1995 and 01.04.2004)
Age Relaxation:
- SC/ST: 5 years
- OBC: 3 years
- PwBD: 10–15 years (depending on category)
Educational Qualification (as on 30.09.2025):
- A bachelor’s degree in any discipline.
- Final-year students may apply provisionally.
- Candidates with degrees like CA, Engineering, etc., are also eligible.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹750 |
| SC / ST / PwBD | ₹0 |
Payment Mode: Online via UPI, Net Banking, Debit/Credit card.
Selection Process
The selection will be conducted in three phases:
- Preliminary Exam
- 100 marks, 1 hour
- English, Reasoning, Quant
- Main Exam
- 200 marks (Objective) + 50 marks (Descriptive)
- Includes Reasoning, English, Data Interpretation, General Awareness
- Interview + Group Exercise
- Group Exercise: 20 marks
- Interview: 30 marks
- Psychometric Test: Non-evaluative, for profiling
Final merit list = Main Exam (75%) + Interview (25%)
Salary and Perks
- Starting Pay: ₹48,480
- Maximum Pay Scale: ₹85,920
- CTC (Metro cities): ₹20.43 lakh annually
- Includes DA, HRA, PF, NPS, LTC, Medical benefits, and more.
Bond and Probation
- Bond Amount: ₹2 lakh
- Bond Duration: 3 years
- Probation Period: 2 years with regular assessment
How to Apply for SBI PO Recruitment 2025
- Visit bank.sbi/web/careers
- Click on Apply Online for SBI PO 2025
- Fill in your details and upload documents
- Pay the fee and submit the application
- Save and print the confirmation page
Important Links
🧠 SBI PO Preparation Tips 2025
- Start with basics: Focus on strengthening your core in Reasoning, Quant, and English.
- Mock Tests: Attempt regular mock tests for Prelims and Mains.
- Current Affairs: Follow daily banking and economy updates for GA.
- Descriptive Writing: Practice emails, reports, and essays weekly.
- Psychometric Prep: Read about common personality assessment patterns.
❓ FAQs – SBI PO Recruitment 2025
Q1. What is the last date to apply for SBI PO 2025?
A. 14 July 2025.
Q2. Is there negative marking in SBI PO exam?
A. Yes, 0.25 marks will be deducted for each wrong answer in objective tests.
Q3. Can final-year students apply?
A. Yes, but they must pass before 30 September 2025.
Q4. How many attempts are allowed in SBI PO?
A.
- General/EWS: 4
- OBC: 7
- SC/ST/PwBD: No limit
Q5. What is the total CTC for an SBI PO?
A. Approximately ₹20.43 lakh per annum in metro cities.
Final Words
The SBI PO Recruitment 2025 is your gateway to one of the most respected banking careers in India. With a handsome package, job security, and growth, don’t miss this opportunity.
Apply by 14 July 2025 and start preparing today!
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