SBI PO Exam Recruitment 2025: Notification, Vacancies, Important Dates & How to Apply

Overview of SBI PO Recruitment 2025

On June 24, 2025, the State Bank of India released Advertisement No. CRPD/PO/2025-26/04 for the recruitment of 541 Probationary Officers (500 regular + 41 backlog). Online applications are being accepted from June 24 to July 14, 2025 on the official SBI careers portal. Selected candidates will be posted across India, drawing a starting pay of ₹48,480 + allowances.

Key Data at a Glance

Vacancy Details

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification: Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognised university.

Age Limit: 21 to 30 years as on the date of eligibility. Age relaxation applicable as per government rules.

Application Fee

• General / OBC / EWS: ₹750
• SC / ST / PwBD: Nil
• Payment Mode: Online via Debit/Credit Card, Internet Banking, UPI, etc.

Application Process: Step-by-Step

1. Visit sbi.co.in → Careers → Current Openings.
2. Click “Recruitment of Probationary Officers (CRPD/PO/2025-26/04)”.
3. Register using basic details & note Registration No. & Password.
4. Login → fill application form → upload photo, signature, thumb impression & handwritten declaration.
5. Pay applicable fee → submit → download application & fee receipt for record.

Selection Process & Exam Pattern

Preliminary Examination

Objective | 100 questions | 1 hour | Sections: English, Reasoning, Numerical Ability. Tentative: July/August 2025.

Main Examination

Objective + Descriptive (Letter & Essay). Tentative: September 2025.

Group Exercise & Interview

Merit based on Main exam (75%) + Interview (25%).

State-Specific Information

Tripura

Candidates from Tripura will sit for the Prelims & Mains at the Agartala centre. Ensure you select “Agartala” as your preferred exam centre in the application form.

Assam

Preliminary centres: Dibrugarh, Guwahati, Jorhat, Silchar, Tezpur. Main exam: Guwahati.

FAQs

Q1. When was the SBI PO 2025 notification released?

A1. June 24, 2025.

Q2. How many SBI PO vacancies are there?

A2. 541 (500 regular + 41 backlog).

Q3. What are the application dates?

A3. June 24 – July 14, 2025.

Q4. Who is eligible to apply?

A4. Graduates aged 21–30 years.

Q5. What is the application fee?

A5. ₹750 for General/OBC/EWS; Nil for SC/ST/PwBD.

Takeaways

• Act Fast: Application window is open for a limited time (June 24–July 14).
• Prepare Strategically: Focus on all three stages—Prelims, Mains & Interview.
• Know Your Centre: Tripura candidates → Agartala; Assam candidates → multiple centres.
• Document Readiness: Keep graduation certificate, age proof, Caste/EWS/PwBD certificates handy.
• Stay Updated: Check SBI careers portal regularly for updates and call letters.