SBI CBO Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 2,273 Vacancies | Exam Date & Eligibility
The State Bank of India (SBI) has officially released the SBI CBO Recruitment 2026 Notification (Advertisement No. CRPD/CBO/2025-26/18), inviting online applications from eligible Indian citizens for the post of Circle Based Officer (CBO). This recruitment offers an excellent opportunity for experienced banking professionals to join India’s largest public sector bank in the Junior Management Grade Scale-I (JMGS-I).
A total of 2,273 vacancies have been announced, including 2,050 Regular and 223 Backlog posts across multiple circles. The online application window is open from January 29, 2026, to February 18, 2026.
Important: Candidates can apply for vacancies in one circle only. Selection will be limited to the applied circle.
SBI CBO Recruitment 2026: Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | State Bank of India (SBI) |
| Post Name | Circle Based Officer (CBO) |
| Advertisement No. | CRPD/CBO/2025-26/18 |
| Total Vacancies | 2,273 (2,050 Regular + 223 Backlog) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Registration Dates | 29 January 2026 – 18 February 2026 |
| Exam Date | March 2026 (Tentative) |
| Selection Process | Online Test → Screening → Interview |
| Official Website | sbi.co.in/careers |
SBI CBO Important Dates 2026
- Notification Release: January 28, 2026
- Online Application Start: January 29, 2026
- Last Date to Apply & Fee Payment: February 18, 2026
- Admit Card Release: March 2026 (Tentative)
- Online Exam Date: March 2026 (Tentative)
- Interview Schedule: To be notified
SBI CBO Eligibility Criteria 2026
Educational Qualification
Candidates must hold a Graduation degree in any discipline from a recognized university as on 31 December 2025. Professional qualifications such as CA, ICWA, Engineering, or Medical degrees are also eligible.
Age Limit (As on 31.12.2025)
- Minimum Age: 21 Years
- Maximum Age: 30 Years
- SC/ST: 5 Years relaxation
- OBC (NCL): 3 Years relaxation
- PwBD: 10–15 Years (category-wise)
Experience Requirement
A minimum of 2 years of experience (post qualification) as an Officer in any Scheduled Commercial Bank or Regional Rural Bank (RRB) is mandatory.
Local Language Proficiency
Candidates must be proficient in the local language of the applied circle. Those who have studied the local language in Class 10 or 12 are exempted from the language test.
SBI CBO Selection Process 2026
- Phase 1 – Online Examination: Objective + Descriptive Test
- Phase 2 – Screening: Verification of eligibility and experience
- Phase 3 – Interview: 50 Marks
The final merit list is prepared based on Online Test and Interview marks in the ratio of 75:25.
SBI CBO Exam Pattern 2026
Objective Test
| Section | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| English Language | 30 | 30 | 30 Minutes |
| Banking Knowledge | 40 | 40 | 40 Minutes |
| General Awareness / Economy | 30 | 30 | 30 Minutes |
| Computer Aptitude | 20 | 20 | 20 Minutes |
Descriptive Test
- Letter Writing – 25 Marks
- Essay Writing – 25 Marks
- Duration: 30 Minutes
SBI CBO Salary Structure 2026
Selected candidates will be appointed in JMGS-I with a basic pay of ₹36,000 plus increments for prior officer experience (maximum 2 increments).
- Pay Scale: 36000-1490/7-46430-1740/2-49910-1990/7-63840
- Gross Salary: ₹50,000 – ₹55,000 per month (approx.)
- Allowances: DA, HRA/Lease Rental, CCA, Medical, Travel benefits
Application Fee
- General / OBC / EWS: ₹750
- SC / ST / PwBD: Nil
How to Apply Online for SBI CBO Recruitment 2026
- Visit sbi.co.in/careers.
- Go to Join SBI → Current Openings.
- Click on Recruitment of Circle Based Officers.
- Register with basic details and generate login credentials.
- Fill the application form and upload required documents.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Submit the form and take a printout for future reference.
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