SBI PO Recruitment 2025: Apply Online for 541 Probationary Officer Vacancies Before July 14

SBI PO Recruitment 2025 Notification Out for 541 Vacancies: Apply by July 14

The State Bank of India (SBI) has released its much-anticipated SBI PO Recruitment Notification 2025, inviting online applications for the post of Probationary Officer (PO). A total of 541 vacancies are available across various branches of SBI. The online registration process began on June 14, 2025, and will remain open until July 14, 2025.

Aspiring candidates aiming for a secure and prestigious banking career in India’s largest public sector bank can now apply through the official SBI recruitment portal: sbi.co.in/careers.

SBI PO Recruitment 2025: Overview

Organization: State Bank of India (SBI)
Post Name: Probationary Officer (PO)
Vacancies: 541
Application Mode: Online
Online Registration Dates: June 14 to July 14, 2025
Selection Process: Prelims, Mains, Interview & Psychometric Test
Official Website: sbi.co.in

Important Dates

Event	Date
Notification Release	June 14, 2025
Online Application Begins	June 14, 2025
Last Date to Apply Online	July 14, 2025
Prelims Exam (Tentative)	August 2025
Mains Exam (Tentative)	September 2025
Final Interview	October–November 2025
Final Result	December 2025

Vacancy Details

SBI has announced 541 Probationary Officer vacancies for 2025. The category-wise distribution is as follows:

Category	Vacancies
General	220
OBC	140
SC	85
ST	41
EWS	55
Total	541

Note: PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disabilities) reservations apply as per government norms.

Eligibility Criteria

Nationality

Candidates must be:

A citizen of India, or
A subject of Nepal or Bhutan, or
A Tibetan refugee who came to India before 1st January 1962, or
A person of Indian origin who has migrated from other countries with the intention of permanent settlement in India.

Educational Qualification (as on 01.08.2025)

Graduation in any discipline from a recognized university or equivalent qualification.
Final-year students may also apply, provided they produce proof of graduation by the time of interview.

Age Limit (as on 01.04.2025)

Minimum: 21 years
Maximum: 30 years
Relaxations:

SC/ST: 5 years
OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 years
PwBD: 10 to 15 years depending on the category

Selection Process

The SBI PO recruitment follows a three-tier selection process:

Preliminary Examination (Objective)
Main Examination (Objective + Descriptive)
Group Exercise & Personal Interview, including Psychometric Test

Preliminary Exam Pattern

Section	Questions	Marks	Duration
English Language	30	30	20 mins
Quantitative Aptitude	35	35	20 mins
Reasoning Ability	35	35	20 mins
Total	100	100	1 hour

Note: The Prelims exam is qualifying in nature.

Main Exam Pattern

Includes:

Objective Test: 200 Marks
Descriptive Test: 50 Marks
Duration: 3 hours for Objective + 30 minutes for Descriptive

Final Stage

Group Discussion and Interview
Psychometric Test: To assess personality traits and suitability for banking leadership roles.

Final merit list is prepared based on the Mains and Interview scores.

Application Fee

Category	Fee
General/OBC/EWS	₹750/-
SC/ST/PwBD	Nil

Payment is to be made online via debit/credit card, internet banking, or UPI.

How to Apply Online for SBI PO 2025

Visit the official SBI career portal: sbi.co.in/careers
Click on “SBI PO Recruitment 2025”
Register yourself by entering basic details.
Fill in the application form with academic and personal information.
Upload photograph, signature, and required documents.
Pay the fee and submit the form.
Take a printout for future use.

Why Join SBI as a PO?

The SBI Probationary Officer role offers:

Attractive starting salary (approx. ₹65,000/month)
Performance-linked increments and perks
Opportunities for international posting
Leadership roles across diverse banking functions
A fast-track promotion policy for deserving candidates

Final Words

The SBI PO Recruitment 2025 is a golden opportunity for graduates seeking a rewarding and future-proof banking career. With a challenging selection process and immense growth opportunities, the SBI PO position is one of the most coveted roles in India’s banking sector.

Don’t miss your chance — apply before July 14, 2025!