SBI Circle Based Officer Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 2273 Posts
State Bank of India has released SBI Circle Based Officer Recruitment 2026 for 2273 posts. Eligible graduates with required experience can apply online from 29 January to 18 February 2026. Check eligibility, salary, selection process, and apply online.
Applications for this role have closed.
Last date to apply was Feb 18, 2026
Deadline: Feb 18, 2026 · Last date approaching
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Vacancy count, salary, fee, age limit, selection process, and qualification details are included below.
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A) SBI CBO Notification 2026
The State Bank of India (SBI) has released the official notification for recruitment of Circle Based Officers (CBO).
A total of 2273 vacancies (2050 Regular + 223 Backlog) are announced under Advt No. CRPD/CBO/2025-26/18.
The online application window is from 29 January 2026 to 18 February 2026.
Selected candidates will be appointed as Junior Management Grade Scale-I Officers in the applied circle only.
Interested candidates must check eligibility and apply online before the last date.
B) SBI CBO Recruitment 2026 - Highlights
Below is a quick overview of the SBI CBO Recruitment 2026:
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | State Bank of India (SBI) |
| Recruitment Name | SBI Circle Based Officer Recruitment 2026 |
| Post Name | Circle Based Officer (CBO) |
| Total Vacancies | 2273 Posts |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Age Limit | 21 to 30 Years |
| Salary / Pay Scale | ₹48,480 – ₹85,920 (Basic Pay) |
| Selection Process | Online Exam → Screening → Interview → Local Language Test |
C) SBI CBO Recruitment 2026 - Important Dates
Candidates should keep track of the important schedule:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 28 January 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 29 January 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 18 February 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 18 February 2026 |
| Exam Date | March 2026 (Tentative) |
| Admit Card Date | March 2026 (Tentative) |
D) SBI CBO Vacancy Details
A total of 2273 Circle Based Officer vacancies are announced across various circles.
| Particulars | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Total Vacancies | 2273 (2050 Regular + 223 Backlog) |
Circle-wise and language-wise distribution is available in the official notification.
E) Eligibility Criteria for SBI CBO Recruitment 2026
E1) Education Qualification
Candidates must fulfill the following qualification and experience criteria:
| Post | Required Qualification | Additional Requirements |
|---|---|---|
| Circle Based Officer (CBO) | Graduation in any discipline from a recognized university | Minimum 2 years’ experience as Officer in Scheduled Commercial Bank / RRB |
| Proficiency in local language of applied circle | ||
| Candidates with Medical, Engineering, CA, Cost Accountant degrees are eligible |
Other Conditions:
- Salary requirement applies for candidates from non-PSB banks (minimum annual gross salary ₹9.50 lakh).
- Candidates working in SBI clerical cadre, subsidiaries, contract employees, or resigned officers are not eligible.
- Candidates must have a clear CIBIL status and clean character record.
E2) Age Limit
Age is calculated as on 31 December 2025.
| Criteria | Age |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 21 Years |
| Maximum Age | 30 Years |
| Date of Birth Range | Born between 01 January 1996 to 31 December 2004 |
Age Relaxation:
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST | 5 Years |
| OBC (NCL) | 3 Years |
| PwBD (SC/ST) | 15 Years |
| PwBD (OBC) | 13 Years |
| PwBD (Gen/EWS) | 10 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen | 5 Years |
F) SBI CBO Application Fee
The application fee must be paid online.
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹750 |
| SC / ST / PwBD | Nil |
| Payment Mode | Debit Card / Credit Card / Internet Banking |
Fee once paid is non-refundable.
G) Salary Details
SBI offers an attractive salary structure for Circle Based Officers.
| Component | Details |
|---|---|
| Basic Pay | ₹48,480 – ₹85,920 |
| Pay Scale | 48480-2000/7-62480-2340/2-67160-2680/7-85920 |
| Allowances | DA, HRA / Lease, CCA, PF, NPS, Medical, LFC, and other benefits |
| Probation Period | 6 Months |
H) Selection Process
The SBI CBO Recruitment 2026 selection process consists of multiple stages:
- Phase 1 – Online Examination
- Objective Test: 120 Marks (2 Hours)
- English Language – 30 Marks
- Banking Knowledge – 40 Marks
- General Awareness / Economy – 30 Marks
- Computer Aptitude – 20 Marks
- Descriptive Test: 50 Marks (30 Minutes – Essay & Letter Writing)
- No negative marking.
- Objective Test: 120 Marks (2 Hours)
- Phase 2 – Screening
- Phase 3 – Interview (50 Marks)
- Phase 4 – Local Language Proficiency Test
Final Merit:
Online Test + Interview marks are normalized with 75:25 weightage.
I) Important Links
Candidates can apply and track updates through official portals only.
| Link Type | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Notification link |
| Apply Online Link | Apply link |
| Official Website | https://sbi.bank.in/web/careers/current-openings |
Applications for this role have closed.
Last date to apply was Feb 18, 2026
Deadline: Feb 18, 2026 · Last date approaching
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