Overview
The State Bank of India (SBI) has released the SBI Probationary Officer (PO) Mains Admit Card 2026 for candidates shortlisted through the preliminary examination. Applicants can download their hall tickets from the SBI careers portal using their registration number or roll number and password or date of birth. The total number of PO posts has not been specified in the admit-card release and candidates should refer to the detailed recruitment notification for the vacancy breakup.
Key Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|
| Organization | State Bank of India (SBI) |
| Post Name | Probationary Officer (PO) |
| Total Vacancies | Not specified in the admit-card release |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | sbi.co.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Application Start | TBA |
| Last Date | TBA |
| Exam Date | TBA — exact date and shift are printed on the admit card |
| Result Date | TBA |
Candidates must rely on the date, reporting time and shift mentioned on their individual hall tickets. They should report to the examination centre well before the gate-closing time because late entry may not be permitted.
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 eligible, subject to the detailed recruitment rules.
- Candidates who were in the final year or semester of graduation could apply provisionally if permitted under the recruitment notification, but they must produce proof of passing by the prescribed date.
- Eligibility is verified through original documents during the later stages of selection. Issue of an admit card does not by itself confirm final eligibility.
Age Limit
- The standard minimum age for SBI PO recruitment is generally 21 years.
- The standard upper age limit is generally 30 years, calculated on the cut-off date stated in the detailed notification.
- Upper-age relaxation is available to eligible SC, ST, OBC, PwBD, ex-servicemen and other notified categories under government and SBI rules.
- Candidates should check the recruitment PDF for the applicable cut-off date and category-wise relaxation.
Fees
- General, OBC and EWS candidates: Usually ₹750, inclusive of the application fee and intimation charges.
- SC, ST and PwBD candidates: Usually exempt from payment.
- The fee once paid is ordinarily non-refundable. Candidates should verify the exact category-wise amount in the official recruitment notification.
Selection Process
- Preliminary Examination: The first stage is an online objective test generally covering English Language, Quantitative Aptitude and Reasoning Ability. Preliminary marks are used to shortlist candidates for the main examination.
- Main Examination: Shortlisted candidates take an online examination consisting of objective and descriptive components. The test generally assesses reasoning, data analysis, banking and economy awareness, English language and written communication skills.
- Phase III and Final Selection: Candidates qualifying in the mains examination may be called for a psychometric test, group exercise and interview, as applicable. Final merit is prepared using marks from the stages specified by SBI, followed by document verification and other joining formalities.
How to Apply
The application process for candidates appearing in the mains examination has already been completed. Registered applicants can obtain the admit card by following these steps:
- Visit the official SBI website at sbi.co.in and open the Careers section.
- Select the area for current openings or latest recruitment announcements.
- Find the SBI Probationary Officer recruitment entry and click the link for the PO Mains Call Letter 2026.
- Enter the registration number or roll number along with the password or date of birth in the prescribed format.
- Complete any captcha or security verification displayed on the login page and submit the details.
- Download the admit card and verify the candidate’s name, photograph, examination date, shift, reporting time, centre address and instructions.
- Print a clear copy of the hall ticket. Candidates should also carry an accepted original photo identity document and any additional items specified in the call letter.
If the hall ticket contains an incorrect name, photograph, category or other personal information, the candidate should contact the designated SBI recruitment helpdesk without delay. Applicants are also advised to locate the examination centre in advance and read all rules concerning identification, prohibited items and biometric verification.
Important Links
FAQs
1. Is the SBI PO Mains Admit Card 2026 available?
Yes. Registered candidates shortlisted for the main examination can download the call letter through the SBI careers portal using their login credentials.
2. What credentials are required to download the SBI PO mains hall ticket?
Candidates generally need their registration number or roll number and password or date of birth. The details should be entered exactly as recorded during registration.
3. What should candidates carry to the SBI PO mains examination centre?
Candidates should carry a printed admit card, an accepted original photo identity document and any other document specified in the call letter. They must follow the reporting-time and examination-day instructions printed on the hall ticket.
