SBI PO Recruitment 2025
The SBI PO Recruitment 2025 is currently underway for 541 vacancies of Probationary Officers across India. The official notification was released on 24th June 2025 under Advertisement No. CRPD/PO/2025-26/04, and the online application window closed on 14th July 2025.
SBI PO Exam Date 2025
- SBI PO Prelims Exam 2025: Scheduled for 2, 4, and 5 August 2025.
- SBI PO Mains Exam 2025: Expected to be held on 13 September 2025.
Note: Some sources indicate alternative dates. Candidates should verify exact dates on the official SBI website (www.sbi.co.in).
SBI PO Important Dates 2025
- Notification Release: June 24, 2025
- Online Application Start: June 24, 2025
- Last Date to Apply Online & Pay Fee: July 14, 2025
- Preliminary Exam: August 2, 4, 5, 2025
- Main Exam: September 13, 2025
SBI PO Selection Process 2025
1. Preliminary Exam:
- Online, objective-type test with 100 questions (100 marks)
- Sections: English Language, Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning Ability
- Duration: 1 hour (20 minutes per section)
- Negative Marking: 1/4th mark deducted for each wrong answer
2. Mains Exam:
- Objective Test (200 marks) and Descriptive Test (50 marks)
- Sections: Reasoning & Computer Aptitude, Data Analysis & Interpretation, General Awareness, English Language
- Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes
3. Phase III (Psychometric Test, Group Exercise, and Interview):
- Psychometric Test: For personality profiling
- Group Exercise: 20 marks
- Interview: 30 marks
- Final Merit: Based on Mains (75%) and Phase III (25%)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. What is the salary of an SBI Probationary Officer?
The starting basic pay is ₹48,480/- (with 4 advance increments) in the scale of ₹36,000-1490/7-46430-1740/2-49910-1990/7-63840 applicable to Junior Management Grade Scale-I.
2. What is the age limit for SBI PO 2025?
Candidates must be between 21-30 years as on 01.04.2025 (i.e., born not earlier than 02.04.1995 and not later than 01.04.2004). Age relaxation applies for reserved categories as per government norms.
3. Is there any application fee for SBI PO 2025?
Yes, the application fee was ₹750/- for General/OBC/EWS candidates and ₹125/- for SC/ST/PWD candidates.
4. What is the probation period for SBI PO?
The probation period is 2 years from the date of joining, during which officers undergo rigorous training and assessments.
5. Can final year students apply for SBI PO?
No, candidates must possess a graduation degree as on 31.12.2025. Final year students whose results will be declared after this date are not eligible.
Important Note
Due to conflicting dates in some sources, candidates should regularly check the official SBI website (www.sbi.co.in) for the latest updates on exam dates, admit cards, and other details.