SBI PO
State Bank of India Probationary Officer Examination
SBI PO is conducted by the State Bank of India (separately from IBPS) to recruit Probationary Officers (officer cadre). The selection is typically a preliminary exam, a main exam (objective and descriptive) and a final phase with a group exercise and interview. Pattern, vacancies and dates are set by SBI each cycle in the official notification.
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Frequency
Once a year
Duration
See the official notification
Format
Online
Score range
See the official notification
Eligibility
Bachelor's degree in any discipline; age range per the official notification.
Conducting body
State Bank of India (SBI)
Source: State Bank of India (SBI). Details here are for guidance only — fees, dates and eligibility change each cycle, so confirm on the official site before applying.
Verified against: State Bank of India — Careers (official).
Last verified: 6 June 2026.
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