SBI CBO Recruitment 2026: notification released for 2050 Circle Based Officer posts. Check eligibility, age limit, salary, application fee, and apply online before 18 February 2026
State Bank of India (SBI) has released the SBI Circle Based Officer (CBO) Recruitment 2026 notification for a total of 2050 vacancies. Eligible candidates can apply online from 29 January 2026 to 18 February 2026 through the official SBI careers website. The recruitment is conducted circle-wise, and selected candidates will be posted in the applied circle only
SBI CBO Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization Name | State Bank of India (SBI) |
| Advertisement Number | CRPD/CBO/2025-26/18 |
| Total Posts | 2050 |
| Post Name | Circle Based Officer (CBO) |
| Job Opening Date | 29 January 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 18 February 2026 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | sbi.bank.in |
Post Details
| Post Name | Total Posts |
|---|---|
| Circle Based Officer (CBO) | 2050 |
Eligibility, Education Qualification, Experience
Educational Qualification:
- Graduation in any discipline from a recognized University or equivalent qualification recognized by the Central Government.
- Candidates with professional qualifications such as Engineering, Medical, CA, or Cost Accountant are also eligible.
Experience (as on 31.12.2025):
- Minimum 2 years post-qualification experience as an Officer in any Scheduled Commercial Bank or Regional Rural Bank listed in the Second Schedule of RBI.
Local Language Requirement:
- Candidates must be proficient (reading, writing, understanding) in the local language of the applied circle.
- Candidates who studied the local language in 10th or 12th standard are exempted from the language test.
Age Limit
As on 31 December 2025
- Minimum Age: 21 Years
- Maximum Age: 30 Years
Age Relaxation:
- SC / ST: 5 Years
- OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 Years
- PwBD (Gen/EWS): 10 Years
- PwBD (OBC): 13 Years
- PwBD (SC/ST): 15 Years
- Ex-Servicemen: 5 Years
Salary
- Starting Basic Pay: ₹48,480/-
- Pay Scale: 48480-2000/7-62480-2340/2-67160-2680/7-85920
- Additional Benefits: DA, HRA/Lease Rental, CCA, PF, NPS, Medical Facility, LFC, and other allowances as per SBI rules.
Application Fees
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹750/- |
| SC / ST / PwBD | Nil |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start Date | 29 January 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 18 February 2026 |
| Download Call Letter | March 2026 (Tentative) |
| Online Exam Date | March 2026 (Tentative) |
Selection Process & Syllabus
Selection Stages:
- Online Examination
- Screening of Experience
- Interview
- Local Language Proficiency Test
Online Exam Pattern:
- Objective Test: 120 Marks
- English Language
- Banking Knowledge
- General Awareness / Economy
- Computer Aptitude
- Descriptive Test: 50 Marks (Essay & Letter Writing)
Final merit is prepared with 75:25 weightage for Online Test and Interview.
How to Apply?
- Visit the official SBI careers website.
- Click on Current Openings → SBI CBO Recruitment 2026.
- Register with valid email ID and mobile number.
- Fill the application form carefully.
- Upload required documents, photo, and signature.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Submit the form and download the confirmation page.
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Apply Online | Available from 29 Jan 2026 |
| Official Website | sbi.bank.in |
Candidates are advised to apply only through the official SBI website. Before applying, carefully read the official notification to ensure eligibility. SBI will not be responsible for applications submitted through unofficial sources.
