SBI Circle Based Officer Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 2273 CBO Posts

The State Bank of India (SBI) has officially published the SBI CBO Recruitment Notification 2026 for the appointment of 2273 Circle Based Officers (CBOs) across various circles in India. Eligible and experienced banking professionals can submit their applications online through the official SBI careers portal.

The online registration process begins on 29 January 2026, and the last date to apply online is 18 February 2026. This recruitment drive includes 2050 regular vacancies and 223 backlog vacancies.

This article covers complete details of SBI CBO Recruitment 2026, including vacancy distribution, eligibility conditions, age limit, salary details, selection procedure, exam pattern, application steps, and important links.

SBI CBO Recruitment 2026 – Overview

SBI Circle Based Officer Vacancy Details 2026 (Circle-wise)

Eligibility Criteria for SBI CBO Recruitment 2026

Educational Qualification

• Graduation in any discipline from a recognised university or equivalent qualification recognised by the Central Government

• Integrated Dual Degree (IDD) holders are also eligible

• Candidates with Medical, Engineering, CA, or Cost Accountant qualifications can apply

Experience Requirement

• Minimum 2 years’ experience as an Officer (as on 31.12.2025) in:

  • Any Scheduled Commercial Bank

  • Any Regional Rural Bank (RRB) listed in the Second Schedule of RBI

Salary Requirement (For Private / Other Banks)

• Candidates from Scheduled Commercial Banks other than PSBs/RRBs must have a minimum annual gross salary of ₹9.50 lakhs

• Documentary proof required (Form-16 / AIS / Salary Slips / Employer Certificate for last 24 months)

Local Language Proficiency

• Candidates must be proficient in reading, writing, and understanding the local language of the circle applied for

Not Eligible to Apply

• SBI clerical/supervisory staff

• Contract employees

• Subsidiaries of Scheduled Commercial Banks

• Candidates who resigned from officer cadre in SBI/Associate Banks

CIBIL & Character Conditions

• Candidates with loan defaults or adverse character records are not eligible

SBI CBO Salary Structure

• Starting Basic Pay: ₹48,480

• Pay Scale: 48480-2000/7–62480-2340/2–67160-2680/7–85920

• 2 Advance Increments granted

Allowances & Benefits

• Dearness Allowance (DA)

• HRA / Lease Rental

• CCA

• PF & NPS

• LFC

• Medical Benefits

• Other perks as per SBI rules

Age Limit for SBI CBO 2026 (as on 31.12.2025)

• Minimum Age: 21 Years (Born on or before 31.12.2004)

• Maximum Age: 30 Years (Born on or after 01.01.1996)

Age Relaxation

• SC / ST – 5 Years

• OBC (NCL) – 3 Years

• PwBD (SC/ST) – 15 Years

• PwBD (OBC) – 13 Years

• PwBD (Gen/EWS) – 10 Years

• Ex-Servicemen – 5 Years

⚠️ Cumulative age relaxation is not allowed

Application Fee

• Fee once paid is non-refundable

• Payment Mode: Debit Card / Credit Card / Internet Banking

• Transaction charges (if any) to be borne by candidate

SBI CBO Selection Process 2026

Phase 1 – Online Examination

• Objective Test: 120 Marks

• Descriptive Test: 50 Marks

• Total Duration: 2 Hours 30 Minutes

Objective Test Sections

• English Language – 30 Marks (30 Minutes)

• Banking Knowledge – 40 Marks (40 Minutes)

• General Awareness / Economy – 30 Marks (30 Minutes)

• Computer Aptitude – 20 Marks (20 Minutes)

Descriptive Test

• Letter Writing & Essay – 50 Marks (30 Minutes)

✔ No negative marking
✔ No sectional cut-off

Phase 2 – Screening

• Screening Committee verifies eligibility & job profile

• Approx. 3 times the vacancies shortlisted for interview

Phase 3 – Interview

• Total Marks: 50

• Minimum qualifying marks mandatory

Phase 4 – Local Language Test

• Mandatory unless language studied in 10th/12th standard

Final Merit List

• Online Exam – 75% weightage

• Interview – 25% weightage

• Normalized scores considered

General Instructions

• Candidates can apply for only one Circle

• Posting restricted to applied Circle until promotion to SMGS-IV or completion of 12 years

• Probation period: 6 Months

• Reservation for PwBD as per Govt. of India norms

• OBC (NCL) & EWS certificates must be valid as per notified dates

• NOC required for Govt./PSU employees

• PET (Online) for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD candidates

• AC-III train fare reimbursed for interview

• Canvassing leads to disqualification

• Legal jurisdiction: Mumbai only

How to Apply for SBI CBO Recruitment 2026

1. Visit https://sbi.bank.in/web/careers/current-openings

2. Click on SBI CBO Recruitment 2026

3. Register using valid email ID & mobile number

4. Fill online application carefully

5. Upload required documents (photo, signature, thumb impression, declaration, certificates)

6. Pay application fee online

7. Submit application and download confirmation

8. Keep printout for future reference

SBI CBO Important Links

• Apply Online: Click Here

• Official Notification PDF: Click Here

• Official Website: Click Here

SBI Circle Based Officer Recruitment 2026 – FAQs

Q1. How many vacancies are available for SBI CBO 2026?
👉 Total 2273 vacancies (2050 Regular + 223 Backlog)

Q2. What qualification is required for SBI CBO posts?
👉 Graduation in any discipline from a recognised university

Q3. What is the experience requirement?
👉 Minimum 2 years’ experience as an Officer in a Scheduled Commercial Bank or RRB

Q4. What is the age limit for SBI CBO Recruitment 2026?
👉 21 to 30 years with category-wise relaxation

Q5. What is the salary of SBI Circle Based Officer?
👉 Basic pay starts at ₹48,480 with total monthly salary up to ₹85,920 plus allowances