State Bank of India recruits Probationary Officers through its own advertisement and examination process. Vacancy counts and dates change every cycle.
What this exam or admission route is
The recruitment typically moves from preliminary examination to main examination and a final selection stage specified in the advertisement. Category-wise attempt limits and age rules apply.
Who can apply
Check graduation, age as on the cut-off date, permitted attempts, category relaxation and final-year provisions in the 2027 advertisement.
Exam or selection structure
- Online preliminary examination
- Online main examination with objective/descriptive components as notified
- Psychometric test, group exercise and/or interview as specified for the cycle
How to apply
- Register from the SBI Current Openings page
- Upload documents and pay the fee through the linked application service
- Download call letters from the careers portal
- Check results and instructions against the advertisement number
Preparation and planning
Build speed in reasoning, quantitative aptitude and English, then add banking/economy awareness and descriptive writing for the main stage.
Documents to keep ready
- Class 10 certificate for name and date of birth
- Qualifying-examination marksheets and certificate
- Recent photograph, signature and valid photo ID
- Category, EWS, PwD, domicile or experience certificate, where applicable
- Application confirmation, fee receipt, admit card and scorecard
Official links
Fact-check note: verified on 2 September 2026. Future dates, fees, seats and eligibility can change. The current official notification always takes priority over this guide.