SBI Circle Based Officer Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 2273 Posts
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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 open·Jan 29, 2026·2273 vacancies

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:

ParticularsDetails
OrganizationState Bank of India (SBI)
Recruitment NameSBI Circle Based Officer Recruitment 2026
Post NameCircle Based Officer (CBO)
Total Vacancies2273 Posts
Application ModeOnline
Age Limit21 to 30 Years
Salary / Pay Scale₹48,480 – ₹85,920 (Basic Pay)
Selection ProcessOnline Exam → Screening → Interview → Local Language Test

C) SBI CBO Recruitment 2026 - Important Dates

Candidates should keep track of the important schedule:

EventDate
Notification Date28 January 2026
Application Start Date29 January 2026
Last Date to Apply18 February 2026
Last Date for Fee Payment18 February 2026
Exam DateMarch 2026 (Tentative)
Admit Card DateMarch 2026 (Tentative)

D) SBI CBO Vacancy Details

A total of 2273 Circle Based Officer vacancies are announced across various circles.

ParticularsVacancies
Total Vacancies2273 (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:

PostRequired QualificationAdditional Requirements
Circle Based Officer (CBO)Graduation in any discipline from a recognized universityMinimum 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.

CriteriaAge
Minimum Age21 Years
Maximum Age30 Years
Date of Birth RangeBorn between 01 January 1996 to 31 December 2004

Age Relaxation:

CategoryRelaxation
SC / ST5 Years
OBC (NCL)3 Years
PwBD (SC/ST)15 Years
PwBD (OBC)13 Years
PwBD (Gen/EWS)10 Years
Ex-Servicemen5 Years

F) SBI CBO Application Fee

The application fee must be paid online.

CategoryFee
General / OBC / EWS₹750
SC / ST / PwBDNil
Payment ModeDebit Card / Credit Card / Internet Banking

Fee once paid is non-refundable.


G) Salary Details

SBI offers an attractive salary structure for Circle Based Officers.

ComponentDetails
Basic Pay₹48,480 – ₹85,920
Pay Scale48480-2000/7-62480-2340/2-67160-2680/7-85920
AllowancesDA, HRA / Lease, CCA, PF, NPS, Medical, LFC, and other benefits
Probation Period6 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.
  • 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 TypeLink
Official Notification PDFNotification link
Apply Online LinkApply link
Official Websitehttps://sbi.bank.in/web/careers/current-openings
Applications open·Jan 29, 2026·2273 vacancies

Applications for this role have closed.

Last date to apply was Feb 18, 2026

Deadline: Feb 18, 2026 · Last date approaching

Frequently Asked Questions

1) What is the eligibility for SBI CBO Recruitment 2026?
Candidates must be graduates with minimum 2 years of officer-level banking experience and knowledge of the local language.
2) What is the educational qualification for SBI CBO Recruitment 2026?
Graduation in any discipline from a recognized university is required.
3) What is the age limit for SBI CBO Recruitment 2026?
Minimum age is 21 years and maximum age is 30 years as on 31 December 2025.
4) Is there age relaxation in SBI CBO Notification 2026?
Yes, age relaxation is available for SC, ST, OBC, PwBD, and Ex-Servicemen categories.
5) What is the salary of SBI CBO Recruitment 2026?
The basic pay ranges from ₹48,480 to ₹85,920 with applicable allowances.
6) What is the application fee for SBI CBO Recruitment 2026?
General/OBC/EWS candidates must pay ₹750. SC/ST/PwBD candidates are exempted.
7) What is the selection process for SBI CBO Recruitment 2026?
Online Exam → Screening → Interview → Local Language Test.
8) What is the last date to apply online for SBI CBO Recruitment 2026?
The last date to apply is 18 February 2026.
9) How many vacancies are there in SBI CBO Notification 2026?
A total of 2273 vacancies are announced.
10) How to apply online for SBI CBO Recruitment 2026?
Candidates must apply through the official SBI careers website.
11) Where can I download the SBI CBO Notification 2026 PDF?
The official PDF link available on website.
12) What is the exam date for SBI CBO Recruitment 2026?
The online exam is expected in March 2026 (Tentative).
13) Is experience required for SBI CBO Recruitment 2026?
Yes, minimum 2 years’ experience as an officer in a bank is mandatory.
14) What is the posting location in SBI CBO Recruitment 2026?
Selected candidates will be posted in the applied circle only.
15) What is the official website for SBI CBO Recruitment 2026?
https://sbi.bank.in/web/careers/current-openings
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