SBI CBO Recruitment 2026: Apply Now for 2,050 Positions
SBI Circle-Based Officer Recruitment Announcement
State Bank of India (SBI) has unveiled an exciting opportunity for young professionals with banking experience. The largest public sector bank in India has issued an official notification for the recruitment of Circle-Based Officers (CBO) for the year 2026. This recruitment drive aims to fill a total of 2,050 regular positions and 223 backlog vacancies across various regions in the country. The online application process commenced on January 29, 2026, and interested candidates can apply through the official SBI website within the specified timeframe.
Application Deadline
The online registration for the SBI CBO recruitment started on January 29, 2026, and will close on February 18, 2026. The notification was published on January 28, 2026. Candidates can expect the admit cards to be released in March 2026, with the online written examination scheduled for the same month. Applications must be submitted exclusively through the official SBI website.
Educational Requirements
Candidates must possess a graduate degree from a recognized university. Those with professional qualifications such as Engineering, Medical, CA, or Cost Accounting are also eligible to apply. Additionally, a minimum of two years of experience as an officer in any Scheduled Commercial Bank or Regional Rural Bank is required.
Age Criteria
The age limit for applicants is set between 21 and 30 years, with relaxations available for candidates from reserved categories. Proficiency in the local language of the circle for which the application is submitted is also necessary.
Selection Process Overview
The selection process for the SBI CBO recruitment will occur in four stages. The first stage involves an online examination worth 170 marks, which includes an objective test of 120 marks and a descriptive test of 50 marks. This will be followed by document verification, an interview worth 50 marks, and a local language proficiency test.
Salary and Application Fee
Candidates who are selected will be appointed under the Junior Management Grade Scale-I, with an initial basic salary of ₹48,480 per month. Additional benefits include Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), petrol allowance, and medical facilities. The application fee is ₹750 for General, OBC, and EWS candidates, while SC, ST, and PwBD candidates are exempt from the fee.