SBI PO Recruitment Notification 2024-25: The State Bank of India (SBI) has announced the recruitment of 600 Probationary Officers. The notification, released on December 26, 2024, is available on the official website (sbi.co.in). Online registration starts tomorrow, and candidates can apply until the deadline of January 16, 2025, at bank.sbi/web/careers/current-openings.
The recruitment process will consist of three phases: Phase 1 (Preliminary Examination), Phase 2 (Main Examination), and Phase 3 (Psychometric Test, Group Exercise, and Interview). Final selection will be based on performance in Phase 2 and Phase 3.
To be eligible, candidates must be graduates and between 21 to 30 years of age. For detailed information about the recruitment process, refer to the article below.
SBI PO Notification 2025: Download PDF
The notification includes details about vacancies, eligibility criteria, selection process, application procedure, exam information, and other key details. Use the link below to download the official SBI PO notification.
Download SBI PO Notification PDF
SBI PO Vacancy 2025: Category-Wise Details
A total of 600 vacancies have been announced, with a detailed breakdown provided below:
Category-Wise Vacancies (Regular and Backlog)
| Category | SC | ST | OBC* | EWS^ | UR | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Regular Vacancies | 87 | 43 | 158 | 58 | 240 | 586 |
| Backlog Vacancies | — | 14 | — | — | — | 14 |
| Total Vacancies | 87 | 57 | 158 | 58 | 240 | 600 |
PWBD Vacancies (Horizontal Reservations)
| Category | VI# | HI# | LD# | d & e# @ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Regular Vacancies | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| Backlog Vacancies | 4 | 20 | — | 20 |
| Total | 10 | 26 | 6 | 26 |
* OBC: Other Backward Classes
^ EWS: Economically Weaker Sections
# PWBD: Persons with Benchmark Disabilities
@ Categories defined as per government norms.
SBI PO Educational Qualification 2025
- Candidates must hold a graduation degree in any discipline from a recognized university.
- Final-year or final-semester students can apply provisionally, provided they produce proof of passing the graduation exam on or before 30 April 2024, if called for an interview.
SBI PO Age Limit 2025
- The candidate’s age should not exceed 30 years as of 01 April 2024.
- Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories as follows:
Category-Wise Age Relaxation
| Category | Age Relaxation (in years) |
|---|---|
| Other Backward Classes (OBC) (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC)/ Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD): | |
| – PwBD (UR/EWS) | 10 |
| – PwBD (OBC) | 13 |
| – PwBD (SC/ST) | 15 |
| Ex-Servicemen, ECOs, SSCOs (with 5 years of military service, released on completion of assignment not due to dismissal or inefficiency) | 5 |
Candidates must ensure they meet all eligibility criteria before applying.
How to Apply for SBI PO Recruitment 2025
Candidates can submit their applications online through the official SBI website once the application link is activated. Follow these steps to apply:
- Visit the Official Website: Go to the SBI careers page.
- Click on the “Apply Online” Link: Locate and select the application link for SBI PO Recruitment 2025.
- Complete the Application Form: Enter all required details accurately.
- Upload Documents: Attach the necessary documents as per the specifications.
- Pay the Application Fee: Make the payment if applicable.
- Submit the Form: Review your application and submit it before the deadline.
Ensure all details are correct to avoid disqualification.
SBI PO Selection Process 2025
The selection process for SBI PO comprises the following phases:
- Preliminary Examination
- This phase is qualifying in nature and includes three sections:
- English Language
- Quantitative Aptitude
- Reasoning Ability
- Candidates are shortlisted for the Mains exam based on their performance in the Preliminary Examination.
- This phase is qualifying in nature and includes three sections:
- Mains Examination
- The Mains exam consists of:
- Objective Tests
- Descriptive Test
- The total marks for the Mains exam are 250, and a merit list is prepared based on these scores.
- The Mains exam consists of:
- Interview and Group Exercises
- Candidates who qualify for the Mains exam proceed to the Interview and Group Exercises round.
- Final Selection
- The final selection is determined by combining the scores from:
- Mains Examination: 75 marks
- Interview/Group Exercises: 25 marks
- The final merit list is prepared based on the aggregate scores from these two phases.
- The final selection is determined by combining the scores from:
Candidates must excel in each phase to secure a position as an SBI Probationary Officer.
SBI PO Prelims Exam Pattern 2024
The prelims exam pattern for SBI PO 2024 is outlined in the table below:
| Section | Number of Questions | Marks | Time Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| English Language | 30 | 30 | 20 minutes |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 35 | 35 | 20 minutes |
| Reasoning Ability | 35 | 35 | 20 minutes |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 60 minutes |
The exam consists of 100 questions, carrying a total of 100 marks, with a sectional time limit of 20 minutes for each section.
SBI PO Mains Exam Pattern 2024
The details of the Mains exam pattern are provided in the table below:
| Section | Type | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Objective Test | Various | 200 |
| Descriptive Test | N/A | 50 |
| Total | 250 |
The Mains exam consists of an Objective Test and a Descriptive Test, totaling 250 marks.
Source: Jagran josh
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