SBI Circle Based Officer Recruitment 2026
SBI CBO Recruitment 2026
State Bank of India has announced the Circle Based Officer Recruitment 2026 to fill 2273 vacancies across multiple circles in India. This recruitment drive invites experienced banking professionals for the post of Circle Based Officer with attractive pay and benefits. Eligible candidates holding a graduation degree can apply online through the official SBI website. The application process started on 29 January 2026, and the last date to submit the online form is 18 February 2026. CRPD/CBO/2025-26/18
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| Vacancy Details | |
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| Post Name | No. of Post |
Circle Based Officer | Regular – 2050
Backlog – 223 |
SBI Circle Based Officer Recruitment 2026 Post Details
| Circle | Language | Total |
| Amaravati | Telugu/Urdu | 101 |
| Bengaluru | Kannada | 236 |
| Bhopal | Hindi | 118 |
| Bhubaneswar | Odia | 85 |
| Chandigarh | Urdu/Hindi/Punjabi | 108 |
| Chennai | Tamil | 208 |
| Gandhinagar | Gujarati | 249 |
| Guwahati | Assamese/Bengali/Bodo/Manipuri/Garo/Khasi/Mizo/Kokborok/English | 85 |
| Hyderabad | Telugu/Urdu | 80 |
| Jaipur | Hindi | 113 |
| Kolkata | Bengali/Nepali/Hindi | 242 |
| Lucknow | Hindi/Urdu | 221 |
| Maharashtra | Marathi | 204 |
| Mumbai Metro | Marathi/Konkani | 152 |
| New Delhi | Hindi | 83 |
| Thiruvananthapuram | Malayalam | 83 |
| Total | 2273 |
| Eligibility Criteria | |
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| Post Name | Qualification |
| Circle Based Officer | Graduation in any discipline from a recognised University |
| Age Limit | Total Post |
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Age Limit (as on 31.12.2025)
| 2,273 |
Selection Process
- The selection process for SBI Circle Based Officer (CBO) Recruitment 2026 will be conducted in multiple stages to assess candidates comprehensively.
Phase 1 – Online Examination:
- The online test will include Objective Tests of 120 marks and a Descriptive Test of 50 marks. The objective section will be of 2 hours duration and will cover English Language, Banking Knowledge, General Awareness/Economy, and Computer Aptitude. The descriptive test will be conducted for 30 minutes and will assess English writing skills through Letter Writing and Essay.
Phase 2 – Screening:
- A Screening Committee will verify whether candidates meet the prescribed eligibility criteria, particularly banking experience. Based on merit, approximately three times the number of circle-wise and category-wise vacancies will be shortlisted for the interview stage.
Phase 3 – Interview:
- The interview will carry 50 marks. Candidates must secure the minimum qualifying marks in the interview to be considered for final selection.
- Phase 4 – Local Language Proficiency Test:
- Provisionally selected candidates will have to appear for a local language proficiency test of the opted circle before joining. Candidates who have studied the specified local language in Class 10th or 12th will be exempted from this test.
Final Selection:
- The final merit list will be prepared based on normalized marks of the Online Test and Interview with a weightage of 75:25 respectively. There will be no penalty for wrong answers, and sectional cut-offs will not be applied.
General Instructions
- Candidates are allowed to apply for only one circle. Applications for multiple circles will not be accepted. Selection and merit lists will be prepared strictly on a circle-wise and category-wise basis.
- Selected candidates will be posted in the circle for which they have applied. Inter-circle transfer, corporate centre posting, or foreign posting will not be permitted until promotion to SMGS-IV or completion of 12 years of service, whichever is later.
- On appointment, candidates will be designated as Circle Based Officers (CBOs) and will undergo a probation period of 6 months, during which their performance will be continuously evaluated.
- Reservation for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) will be applicable as per Government of India guidelines. OBC candidates must submit a valid Non-Creamy Layer certificate, while EWS candidates must produce a valid Income & Asset Certificate at the time of interview.
- Pre-examination training (PET) will be provided online for eligible SC/ST/OBC/PwBD candidates. Outstation candidates attending the interview will be reimbursed AC-III tier railway fare as per rules.
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must possess a graduation degree in any discipline from a recognised university or an equivalent qualification recognised by the Central Government. Candidates with professional qualifications such as Engineering, Medical, CA, or Cost Accountant are also eligible.
- Applicants must have a minimum of 2 years’ experience as an officer in a Scheduled Commercial Bank or Regional Rural Bank as on 31 December 2025. Candidates from non-PSB/RRB banks must be drawing a minimum annual gross salary of Rs. 9.50 lakh and must provide supporting salary documents.
- Candidates must be proficient in the local language of the circle they are applying for. Applicants with poor CIBIL status, adverse character records, or those falling under specified exclusions will not be eligible.
Salary & Allowances (Reworded)
- Selected candidates will receive a starting basic pay of Rs. 48,480/- under the pay scale of 48480-2000/7-62480-2340/2-67160-2680/7-85920 applicable to Junior Management Grade Scale-I, along with two advance increments.
- In addition to basic pay, employees will be entitled to Dearness Allowance, House Rent Allowance or Lease Rental, City Compensatory Allowance, Provident Fund, National Pension Scheme, Leave Fare Concessions, medical facilities, and other benefits as per SBI rules.
Mode of Selection
- Online Examination
- Screening
- Interview
- Local Language Test
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the last date to apply for SBI CBO Recruitment 2026?
Ans: The last date to submit the online application is 18 February 2026.
Q: How many vacancies are available for SBI CBO 2026?
Ans: A total of 2273 vacancies have been announced including regular and backlog posts.
Q: Is prior banking experience mandatory?
Ans: Yes, candidates must have at least 2 years of experience as an officer in a Scheduled Commercial Bank or RRB.
Q: What is the selection process for SBI CBO Recruitment?
Ans: Selection involves an online exam, screening, interview, and local language proficiency test.
How To Fill SBI Circle Based Officer Recruitment 2026 Form
- Eligible candidates must apply online only between 29 January 2026 and 18 February 2026. No other mode of application will be accepted.
- Applicants should keep their valid email ID and mobile number active until the completion of the recruitment process. Candidates must visit the official SBI website, access the online application form under the “Current Openings” section, and fill in all required details carefully.
- After submission of the application form, candidates must pay the prescribed application fee through debit card, credit card, or internet banking. Upon successful payment, an e-receipt and application form will be generated for future reference.
- Candidates must upload scanned copies of photograph, signature, thumb impression, handwritten declaration, and all relevant documents as per specifications. Admit cards for the online exam and interview must be downloaded from the official website, as no hard copy will be sent by post.
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