The State Bank of India (SBI) is expected to release the SBI PO 2026 notification in June 2026, opening one of the most anticipated banking recruitment drives of the year. The notification PDF will be published on sbi.co.in/web/careers and will contain details on vacancies, eligibility criteria, exam dates, salary, and the application process.
Based on previous year trends, the Preliminary Examination is expected in August 2026 and the Mains Examination in September 2026.
SBI PO 2026 Expected Timeline
| Event | Expected Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | Mid-June 2026 |
| Application Opens | June 2026 |
| Application Last Date | July 2026 |
| Prelims Examination | August 1 and 2, 2026 |
| Mains Examination | September 12, 2026 |
| Interview and Group Exercise | October to November 2026 |
SBI PO 2026 Vacancy Expectation
Based on previous year trends:
| Year | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| SBI PO 2025 | 541 posts |
| SBI PO 2026 (Expected) | 500 plus posts |
Selection Process
- Phase 1: Preliminary Examination (Qualifying)
- Phase 2: Main Examination (Objective plus Descriptive)
- Phase 3: Interview and Group Exercise
Final merit is based on Mains plus Interview performance combined.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General and OBC | Rs 750 |
| SC and ST | No fee |
SBI PO is one of the most prestigious entry-level officer positions in India’s largest public sector bank. The post offers excellent career growth, competitive salary, free accommodation in bank quarters, and long-term job security. Candidates are advised to begin preparation now and monitor sbi.co.in for the official notification.
