SBI CBO Recruitment 2026 is officially here, bringing a fantastic career opportunity for experienced banking professionals across the country. The State Bank of India (SBI) has released a notification inviting eligible Indian citizens to apply for the post of Circle Based Officer (CBO). If you hold a graduation degree and possess two years of experience in a scheduled commercial bank or RRB, this is your chance to join India’s largest public sector bank. The application window is open from January 29, 2026, to February 18, 2026. Below, we have broken down every detail—from vacancies and salary to the exam pattern—in a simple, easy-to-read format so you can apply without any confusion.
Any Indian citizen can apply for any circle, BUT you must be proficient in the local language of that specific circle (Reading, Writing, Speaking). If you have studied that language in 10th or 12th, you are exempt from the language test; otherwise, you must pass a language test before joining.
Important Documents Required
Document Type
Format
Photograph
JPG/JPEG (20kb-50kb)
Signature
JPG/JPEG (10kb-20kb)
ID Proof
PDF
Date of Birth Proof
PDF (10th Marksheet/Certificate)
Brief Resume
PDF
Educational Certificates
PDF (Degree/Mark sheets)
Experience Certificate
PDF (Job Profile certified by employer/Appt Letter)
What is the last date to apply for SBI CBO Recruitment 2026?
The online application process for SBI Circle Based Officer (CBO) starts on January 29, 2026, and the last date to register and pay the application fee is February 18, 2026.
What are the eligibility criteria for SBI CBO 2026?
Candidates must be graduates in any discipline and have a minimum of 2 years of experience as an officer in any Scheduled Commercial Bank or Regional Rural Bank (RRB) as of December 31, 2025.
What is the age limit for SBI Circle Based Officer?
Applicants must be between 21 and 30 years of age as of December 31, 2025. This means candidates should be born between January 1, 1996, and December 31, 2004. Age relaxation applies to reserved categories like SC, ST, OBC, and PwBD. 👉 convert images into pdf
How many vacancies are available in SBI CBO 2026?
There are a total of 2,273 vacancies available, which includes 2,050 regular posts and 223 backlog posts across various circles in India.
What is the application fee for SBI CBO?
The application fee is ₹750 for General, EWS, and OBC candidates. Candidates belonging to SC, ST, and PwBD categories are exempt from paying any application fee.
Is there a local language requirement for SBI CBO?
Yes, candidates must be proficient in reading, writing, and speaking the local language of the specific circle they are applying for. Those who cannot produce 10th or 12th standard marksheets proving they studied the language must pass a local language test before joining.
What is the selection process for SBI CBO?
The selection process consists of four stages: an Online Test (Objective and Descriptive), Screening (document verification), an Interview, and the final merit list based on test and interview performance.
Official Notification
Candidates are advised to cross-check the latest information on the official website before applying.
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