Total Vacancies
Total: 541
Regular Vacancies: 500
Backlog Vacancies: 41
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Preliminary Exam Call Letter Download | 3rd/4th week of July 2025 |
| Prelims Exam (Phase-I) | July/August 2025 |
| Result of Prelims | August/September 2025 |
| Main Exam Call Letter | August/September 2025 |
| Main Exam (Phase-II) | September 2025 |
| Result of Main Exam | September/October 2025 |
| Phase-III Call Letter | October/November 2025 |
| Psychometric Test, Interview & Group Exercises | October/November 2025 |
| Final Result Declaration | November/December 2025 |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| Unreserved/EWS/OBC | ₹750 |
| SC/ST/PwBD | No fee |
Note: Fee is non-refundable.
Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit (as on 01.04.2025):
Minimum: 21 years
Maximum: 30 years
Born between 02.04.1995 and 01.04.2004 (both dates inclusive)
Age Relaxation: Applicable as per government norms (not detailed here)
How to Apply
Visit SBI Careers Page
Click on “Recruitment of Probationary Officer”
Click “Apply Online”
Register and proceed with the application
Fill out the form, upload required documents, and submit
Print the application for future us
Eligibility Criteria (Age, Education)
Age Limit (as on April 1, 2025)
Minimum: 21 years
Maximum: 30 years
Relaxations apply:
OBC: +3 years
SC/ST: +5 years
PwBD, Ex‑Servicemen: Additional relaxations
Educational Qualification
Graduate in any discipline from a recognized university
Final-year students may apply provisionally (must graduate before September 30, 2025)
Application Fee Breakdown
General / OBC / EWS: ₹750
SC / ST / PwBD: ₹0 (exempt)
Selection Process
Preliminary Exam (Objective, 100 marks)
Main Exam (Objective + Descriptive, 250 marks)
Group Exercises & Interview (50 marks)
Candidates are shortlisted based on aggregate marks from Mains + Interview
How to Apply Online – Step-by-Step
Visit sbi.co.in → Careers → Current Openings
Register and note your Registration ID & Password
Fill in personal, educational, and address details
Upload your photo, signature, and handwritten declaration
Pay the application fee online
Review and submit; download confirmation and application copy
Exam Pattern & Syllabus
Prelims (100 marks)
Quantitative Aptitude
Reasoning Ability
English Language
Mains (200 marks objective + 50 marks descriptive)
Reasoning & Computer Aptitude
Data Analysis & Interpretation
General/Economy/Banking Awareness
English Language
Letter & Essay Writing (Descriptive)
Negative marking of 0.25 per wrong answer applies during objective tests
Salary, Career Growth & Perks
Starting Pay: ₹48,480 + DA + HRA + CCA
Potential Cost-to-Company (CTC): ~₹18.5 lakh in metro cities
Career Progression: Regular promotions up to Chief General Manager (CGM)
Perks: Housing, medical, travel allowances, PF, pension benefits
FAQs
Q1: How many vacancies for SBI PO 2025?
541 total (500 regular, 41 backlog)
Q2: What is the last date to apply?
July 7 (ET mentions) or July 14 (Malayalam Times not