Overview
The State Bank of India (SBI) has announced the Phase 3 schedule for the recruitment of 1,500 Probationary Officers (PO). The psychometric test is tentatively scheduled for 31 October 2026, while group exercises and personal interviews will commence from 18 November 2026 for shortlisted candidates.
Candidates who qualified in the SBI PO Main Examination should monitor the bank’s careers portal for the Phase 3 call letter, reporting instructions and venue details. The final selection will be based on the applicable marks obtained in the Main Examination and Phase 3.
Key Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|
| Organization | State Bank of India (SBI) |
| Post Name | Probationary Officer (PO) |
| Total Vacancies | 1,500 posts |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | sbi.co.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Application Start | TBA in the available Phase 3 schedule |
| Last Date | TBA in the available Phase 3 schedule |
| Exam Date | Psychometric Test: 31 October 2026 (tentative); Group Exercises and Interviews: from 18 November 2026 |
| Result Date | TBA |
Candidates should note that the psychometric test date is tentative. The exact date, time, reporting venue and instructions allotted to each candidate will be mentioned in the SBI PO Phase 3 call letter.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Candidates must hold a graduation degree in any discipline from a recognised university or possess an equivalent qualification recognised by the Central Government.
- Applicants with professional qualifications recognised as equivalent to graduation may also be considered, subject to the recruitment conditions.
- Candidates who were in the final year or semester of graduation at the time of application must produce proof of passing the degree examination by the prescribed eligibility cut-off date.
- Educational documents, mark sheets and degree certificates may be verified during the interview or document-verification process.
Age Limit
- The standard SBI PO age requirement is generally 21 to 30 years, calculated on the cut-off date specified in the detailed recruitment notification.
- Age relaxation is applicable to SC, ST, OBC, PwBD, ex-servicemen and other eligible categories under government rules.
- Candidates must provide valid category and age-relaxation certificates in the prescribed format when called for verification.
Fees
- General, OBC and EWS candidates: ₹750
- SC, ST and PwBD candidates: No application fee
- Any applicable transaction or bank charges must be paid by the candidate.
- Fees paid through the online application portal are generally non-refundable.
Selection Process
- Preliminary Examination: Candidates first appear for an online preliminary test. This stage is qualifying in nature and is used to shortlist applicants for the Main Examination.
- Main Examination: Shortlisted candidates take the objective and descriptive Main Examination. Candidates must secure the prescribed qualifying marks to proceed to Phase 3.
- Phase 3: This stage includes a psychometric test, group exercises and personal interview. The psychometric assessment is used to prepare a personality profile that may be placed before the interview panel. Final merit is prepared under the weightage and qualifying rules prescribed by SBI.
Candidates must qualify in each mandatory stage. Merely attending the interview does not guarantee appointment, as selection remains subject to final merit, eligibility verification and medical fitness.
How to Apply
- Visit the official SBI website at sbi.co.in and open the Careers section.
- Select Current Openings and locate the recruitment notice for Probationary Officers.
- During the application window, click the online registration link and enter a valid email address, mobile number and basic personal details.
- Complete the application form with educational, category, address and work-experience information, wherever applicable.
- Upload the required photograph, signature, handwritten declaration and other documents in the prescribed format.
- Pay the application fee online, if applicable, and submit the completed form after checking all entries carefully.
- Candidates shortlisted for Phase 3 should return to the careers portal and download the psychometric test or interview call letter using their registration number and password or date of birth.
- Print the call letter and carry it with valid photo identification, educational certificates, category documents and any other records specified by SBI. Applicants should report at the venue before the stated reporting time.
Important Links
Candidates are advised to use only the official SBI careers portal for call letters, schedule changes and recruitment notices. Individual Phase 3 dates may differ depending on the candidate’s allotted centre and interview panel.
FAQs
1. When will the SBI PO psychometric test be conducted?
The psychometric test is tentatively scheduled for 31 October 2026. Candidates must verify their individual schedule through the official call letter.
2. When will SBI PO group exercises and interviews begin?
The group exercises and personal interviews are scheduled to begin from 18 November 2026.
3. How can candidates download the SBI PO interview call letter?
Candidates can download it from the SBI Careers section by entering their registration credentials once the Phase 3 call-letter link is activated.
