- Organization Name: State Bank of India (SBI)
- Last Date: 18/02/2026
- Total Post: Various (Circle-wise Regular & Backlog Vacancies)
- Apply Process: Online
- Job Location: Across India (Selected Circle only)
- Job Category: Banking
- Official Website: https://sbi.bank.in/web/careers/current-openings
The State Bank of India (SBI) has released a recruitment notification for the appointment of Circle Based Officers (CBOs). Eligible Indian citizens can apply online from January 29, 2026, to February 18, 2026. This is a prestigious opportunity to work as an officer in India's largest public sector bank, with postings limited to the applied Circle. The selection process involves an online examination, screening, interview, and a local language proficiency test.
Important Dates
- Notification Release Date: 29/01/2026
- Application Start Date: 29/01/2026
- Last Date to Apply: 18/02/2026
- Admit Card Release: March 2026 (Tentative)
- Exam Date: March 2026 (Tentative)
- Result Date: Notified Later
Vacancy Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Circle Based Officer (CBO) |
| Vacancy Type | Regular and Backlog vacancies, distributed Circle-wise. |
| PwBD Reservation | 4% horizontal reservation (Suitable for VI, HI, LD categories). |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Education Qualification: Graduation in any discipline from a recognised University or any equivalent qualification recognised by the Central Government. Candidates with qualifications like Medical, Engineering, Chartered Accountant, Cost Accountant are also eligible.
Age Limits
- Minimum Age: 21 Years
- Maximum Age: 30 Years
- Age Calculation Date: 31/12/2025 (Candidate must be born not later than 31/12/2004 and not earlier than 01/01/1996)
- Age Relaxation:
- SC/ST: 5 Years
- OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 Years
- PwBD (SC/ST): 15 Years
- PwBD (OBC): 13 Years
- PwBD (Gen/EWS): 10 Years
- Ex-Servicemen: 5 Years
Experience
(As on 31.12.2025): Minimum 2 years' experience as an officer in any Scheduled Commercial Bank or any Regional Rural Bank. Candidates from Banks other than Public Sector Banks/RRBs must have a minimum annual gross salary of Rs. 9.50 Lacs for each year and provide documentary evidence (Form-16/AIS/payslips).
Local Language Proficiency
Candidates must be proficient (reading, writing, understanding) in any one of the specified local languages of the applied Circle. A proficiency test will be conducted before joining. Candidates with 10th/12th standard mark sheet/certificate having studied the specified language are exempted.
Application Fee
- General / OBC / EWS: ₹750/-
- SC / ST / PwBD: ₹0 (Nil)
- Payment Mode: Online (Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking)
Fee is non-refundable.
Selection Process
- Phase I: Online Examination
- Phase II: Screening
- Phase III: Interview
- Phase IV: Local Language Proficiency Test (for provisionally selected candidates before joining)
How to Apply
- Visit the official SBI Careers portal: https://sbi.bank.in/web/careers/current-openings
- Find and click on the advertisement for "RECRUITMENT OF CIRCLE BASED OFFICERS IN STATE BANK OF INDIA- 2026".
- Read the detailed advertisement carefully.
- Click on 'Apply Online'.
- Register by filling in the required details. Note down the provisional registration number and password.
- Login again, complete the application form, and upload scanned documents (Photograph, Signature, Left Thumb Impression, Handwritten Declaration, and other required certificates).
- Pay the application fee online (if applicable).
- Submit the form and take a printout of the final application and e-receipt for future reference.
Documents Required for Upload
- Recent Photograph (jpg/jpeg, 20kb-50kb)
- Signature (jpg/jpeg, 10kb-20kb)
- Left Thumb Impression (jpg/jpeg, 20kb-50kb)
- Handwritten Declaration (jpg/jpeg, 50kb-100kb)
- ID Proof (PDF)
- Proof of Date of Birth (PDF)
- Educational Certificates (Mark Sheets/Degree) (PDF)
- Experience Certificate/Appointment Letter (PDF)
- Job Profile certified by employer (PDF)
- Latest Form-16 (PDF)
- Latest Salary Slip (PDF)
- Brief Resume (PDF)
Important Links
| IMPORTANT LINKS | |
|---|---|
| Apply Online (Active from 29.01.2026) | Click Here |
| Check Official Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Helpdesk / Query Portal | Click Here |
Additional Details
- Pre-Examination Training (PET): Online PET will be arranged for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD candidates. Opt for it in the application form.
- No Objection Certificate (NOC): Candidates serving in Govt./PSUs/Nationalised Banks must submit NOC at the interview stage.
- CIBIL Record: Candidates with a record of default in loan/credit card repayment are not eligible. CIBIL status must be clear at the time of offer.
- Biometric Verification: Photo and thumb impression/IRIS will be captured at various stages. Do not apply mehndi, ink, etc. on hands.
- Travel Reimbursement: Outstation candidates called for interview will be reimbursed AC-III tier train fare (shortest route).
- Jurisdiction: Any legal dispute regarding this recruitment will be subject to the jurisdiction of courts in Mumbai only.
- Corrigendum/Updates: All updates will be posted ONLY on the official SBI careers website. No separate intimation will be sent.
- Caution: Canvassing in any form will be a disqualification. SBI does not endorse any external coaching platform.
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