State Bank of India (SBI) has officially released the notification for Probationary Officer (PO) Recruitment 2025 with a total of 541 vacancies. If you are aiming for a reputed government job in the banking sector, this is your golden opportunity.
🟢 The online application process has started today, and the last date to apply will be announced shortly. In this detailed blog post, we cover everything you need to know – eligibility, selection process, exam pattern, salary, important dates, and how to apply step-by-step.
| Organization | State Bank of India (SBI) |
|---|
| Post Name | Probationary Officer (PO) |
| Total Vacancies | 541 Posts |
| Job Location | Across India |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Starting Date | June 24, 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | To be announced soon |
| Official Website | www.sbi.co.in |
Educational Qualification:
Graduation in any discipline from a recognized university. Final year students can also apply, provided they pass before August 31, 2025.
Age Limit (As on 01-04-2025):
Minimum Age: 21 years
Maximum Age: 30 years
Age relaxation as per government norms:
OBC: 3 years
SC/ST: 5 years
PwBD: up to 10 years
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General/OBC/EWS | ₹750/- |
| SC/ST/PwBD | Nil (Exempted) |
Payment Mode: Debit/Credit Card, UPI, or Net Banking
The recruitment process will consist of the following three stages:
Preliminary Examination (Objective Type – 100 Marks)
Main Examination + Descriptive Test (Objective + Written – 250 Marks)
Group Discussion & Interview (50 Marks)
✅ Final selection will be based on the combined marks obtained in the Main Exam and Interview.
| 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 | 60 mins |
📝 Negative Marking: 0.25 marks for each wrong answer
| Section | Questions | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reasoning & Computer Aptitude | 45 | 60 | 60 mins |
| Data Analysis & Interpretation | 35 | 60 | 45 mins |
| General/Economy/Banking Awareness | 40 | 40 | 35 mins |
| English Language | 35 | 40 | 40 mins |
| Descriptive Test (Letter + Essay) | 2 | 50 | 30 mins |
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | June 24, 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | Coming Soon |
| Preliminary Exam | August 2025 |
| Mains Exam | October 2025 |
| Interview & Final Result | November 2025 |
Follow these simple steps to apply:
Visit the official website: https://sbi.co.in
Go to the ‘Careers’ section
Find SBI PO 2025 Notification
Click on ‘Apply Online’
Complete registration → Upload documents → Pay application fee
Submit the form and save the acknowledgment
Q1. How many vacancies are there in SBI PO 2025?
A. A total of 541 posts are released for SBI PO 2025.
Q2. Can final-year students apply?
A. Yes, they can apply if they complete graduation before August 31, 2025.
Q3. Is there any negative marking?
A. Yes, 0.25 marks will be deducted for each wrong answer.
Q4. Is there any interview in the SBI PO selection process?
A. Yes, Group Exercise and Interview are part of the final round.
Q5. Can I apply from Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, or Chennai?
A. Yes, it’s a pan-India recruitment, and you can apply from any state or city.
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