Last Date to Apply: 16th January 2025
The State Bank of India (SBI) has announced the recruitment of 600 Probationary Officer (PO) vacancies for the year 2025. Eligible and interested candidates can apply online for this prestigious opportunity.
SBI PO Recruitment 2025 Overview
- Position: Probationary Officer (PO)
- Number of Vacancies: 600
- Category-wise Vacancy Distribution:
- SC: 87
- ST: 57
- OBC: 158
- EWS: 58
- General (GEN): 240
- Location: All India (with exam centers in Assam including Dibrugarh, Guwahati, Jorhat, Silchar, and Tezpur)
- Pay Scale: Rs 48,480 - Rs 85,920 (with annual increments)
Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit (as of 01.04.2024):
- Minimum Age: 21 years
- Maximum Age: 30 years
- Candidates must have been born between 2nd April 1994 and 1st April 2003 (both dates inclusive).
Age Relaxation:
- SC/ST: 5 years
- OBC (NCL): 3 years
- PwBD: 10 years
- PwBD (OBC/NCL): 13 years
- PwBD (SC/ST): 15 years
- Ex-Servicemen: 5 years
Educational Qualification:
- Required: A graduation degree in any discipline from a recognized university or any equivalent qualification recognized by the Central Government.
- Final Year/ Semester Students: Candidates in the final year of their graduation can also apply, provided they complete their degree before 30th April 2025.
Candidates with professional qualifications such as MBAs, Engineers, Chartered Accountants, etc., are also eligible.
Application Fees
| Category | Fee Amount |
|---|---|
| UR / EWS / OBC | Rs 750/- |
| SC / ST / PwBD | Nil |
Mode of Payment:
Candidates can pay the fee online via Debit Card, Credit Card, or Internet Banking.
How to Apply for SBI PO Recruitment
Eligible candidates can apply online starting from 27th December 2024. The application process can be completed by following these steps:
- Visit the official SBI website: SBI Careers
- Scroll down to the Important Web-Links section.
- Click on the Online Application Form link.
- Fill in all required personal and educational details.
- Upload a recent passport-sized photograph, signature, and any other necessary documents.
- Pay the application fee according to your category.
- Submit the application form and take a printout for future reference.
Important Dates
- Start Date for Online Applications: 27th December 2024
- Last Date for Online Applications: 16th January 2025
Selection Process for SBI PO
The recruitment process for the Probationary Officer will be conducted in three phases:
Phase 1: Preliminary Examination
- Mode: Online
- Duration: 1 Hour (60 minutes)
- Total Marks: 100
- Sections:
- English Language: 40 Questions (20 Minutes)
- Quantitative Aptitude: 30 Questions (20 Minutes)
- Reasoning Ability: 30 Questions (20 Minutes)
Phase 2: Main Examination
- Mode: Online (Objective + Descriptive)
- Objective Test:
- Total Marks: 200
- Duration: 3 Hours
- Sections:
- Reasoning & Computer Aptitude: 40 Questions (60 Marks) - 50 Minutes
- Data Analysis & Interpretation: 30 Questions (60 Marks) - 45 Minutes
- General Awareness/ Banking Knowledge: 60 Questions (60 Marks) - 45 Minutes
- English Language: 40 Questions (20 Marks) - 40 Minutes
- Descriptive Test:
- Total Marks: 50
- Duration: 30 Minutes
- Topics: Email Writing, Report Writing, Situation Analysis, Precis Writing
- Objective Test:
Phase 3: Interview and Group Exercises
- Interview: 30 Marks
- Group Exercises: 20 Marks
- The final merit list will be prepared based on the candidate’s performance in all three phases.
Important Links
- Apply Online: Click Here
- Detailed Advertisement: Click Here
- Official Website: Click Here
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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When can I start applying for the SBI PO recruitment?
- The application process will start on 27th December 2024.
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What is the last date to apply?
- The last date to apply online is 16th January 2025.
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What is the minimum educational qualification for this recruitment?
- Candidates must have a Graduation degree in any discipline from a recognized university or an equivalent qualification.
For detailed information and updates, candidates are advised to visit the official SBI website regularly.