New Delhi – The State Bank of India (SBI) has officially begun the online registration process for its highly anticipated Probationary Officer (PO) Recruitment 2025. With 541 vacancies up for grabs—including 500 regular posts and 41 backlog slots—aspiring bankers now have a significant opportunity to launch their careers with one of India’s premier public sector banks.
Interested candidates can apply online via the official SBI portal. The deadline to complete the application process is 14 July 2025, so early submission is strongly advised.
SBI PO 2025: Key Dates at a Glance
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Call Letter for Prelims: Expected in 3rd or 4th week of July 2025
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Preliminary Exam: Likely to be held in July or August 2025
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Prelims Result: Tentatively in August or September 2025
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Mains Admit Card: To be released around August or September 2025
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Main Exam Date: Scheduled for September 2025
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Mains Result: Expected by September or October 2025
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Group Exercise & Interview: Slated for October–November 2025
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Final Selection List: To be published by November or December 2025
Who Can Apply? Here’s the Eligibility Criteria
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Age Limit: Applicants should be between 21 and 30 years as of 1 April 2025.
(Relaxation in upper age limit applies for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD as per government norms.) -
Educational Qualification:
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A bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognised university is mandatory.
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Students in the final year or semester of their graduation may also apply. However, they must provide proof of graduation by 30 September 2025 if selected for the interview stage.
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Those pursuing a dual degree or professional courses like Engineering, Medicine, CA, or Cost Accountancy are also eligible, provided they meet the graduation deadline.
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Application Fees
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General/EWS/OBC: ₹750
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SC/ST/PwBD: No fee
Payment is to be made online during the registration process. Candidates are also advised to check their CIBIL score or credit report in advance, as a poor credit history could impact the selection.
Important Advisory from SBI
SBI urges all applicants to thoroughly read the detailed notification before applying. Verifying eligibility, preparing accurate documents, and understanding the exam process will be crucial in avoiding disqualification at any stage.
With thousands of aspirants competing for a limited number of positions, timely preparation and strategic planning will be key to success.
For complete details and to apply, visit the official SBI careers page: https://sbi.co.in