SBI CBO 2026: 2273 vacancies open! Apply by Feb 25. Eligibility, exam dates, direct link, PDF notification & complete selection process inside. Don't miss!
| Name of Post | Circle Based Officer |
| No of Post | 2,050 No's |
| Job Location | All SBI Circles Across India |
| Authority | State Bank of India |
| Eligibility | Any Graduate Degree |
| Mode of Apply | Online Application Portal |
| Application Fee | Rs 750 (General/OBC/EWS) |
| Start Date | 29th January 2026 |
| Last Date | 25th February 2026 |
SBI CBO Recruitment 2026
State Bank of India announces SBI CBO Recruitment 2026 with 2,050 Circle Based Officer vacancies across all SBI circles! Applications open January 29, 2026 and close February 25, 2026. Candidates aged 21-35 years with minimum 2 years banking experience as officer in Scheduled Commercial Bank/RRB can apply online. Check complete eligibility criteria, selection process (Online Test + Interview), exam pattern, syllabus, official notification PDF download link, direct IBPS apply link, important dates, age relaxation details and preparation tips. Secure your banking career with SBI CBO 2026 - apply now before deadline!
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SBI CBO Recruitment Details
Post Name: Circle Based Officer
Total Posts: 2,050 Posts (North Eastern: 68 Posts)
Advertisement No: CRPD/CBO/2025-26/18
Exam Centres (Assam): Dibrugarh, Guwahati, Jorhat, Silchar, Tezpur.
Educational Qualification: Graduation in any discipline from a recognized university or equivalent qualification recognized by Central Government (as on 31 Dec 2025).
Age Limit: 21-30 years as on 31 Dec 2025 (born between 01 Jan 1996 to 31 Dec 2004).
Age Relaxation: OBC/MOBC: +3 years, ST: +5 years, PwD: +10 years. Refer official notification for complete details.
Application fee for SBI CBO Recruitment 2026
| Category | Fee Amount |
|---|---|
| SC/ST/OBC/Ex-servicemen/PwBD | NIL |
| General/OBC/EWS | Rs 750/- |
| Payment Methods | Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI |
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SBI CBO Vacancy Details
State Bank of India (SBI) announces 2,050 regular vacancies for CBO Recruitment 2026, down from 2,600 last year. Detailed category-wise breakup shown below.
| Category | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | GEN | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Regular Vacancies | 303 | 148 | 547 | 200 | 852 | 2,050 |
| Backlog Vacancies | 24 | 154 | 45 | - | - | 223 |
| Total | 327 | 302 | 592 | 200 | 852 | 2,273 |
SBI CBO Selection Process
SBI Circle Based Officer recruitment follows a 3-phase process: Online Test, Screening, and Interview. Each phase evaluates candidates' abilities thoroughly.
1. Online Test
The online exam features Objective Tests (120 marks) followed immediately by Descriptive Test (50 marks). Candidates type responses directly on computer.
Online Objective Exam - 2-hour test with 4 sections (120 marks total), each having separate time limits:
| Topic | Questions | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| English Language | 30 | 30 Minutes |
| Banking Knowledge | 40 | 40 Minutes |
| General Awareness/Economy | 30 | 30 Minutes |
| Computer Aptitude | 20 | 20 Minutes |
| Total | 120 | 2 Hours |
Descriptive Test - 30-minute English proficiency exam with Letter Writing & Essay (2 questions, 50 marks total):
Merit & Screening: Circle/Category-wise merit list prepared from Online Test aggregate scores (no sectional cutoffs). Top 3x vacancies shortlisted for Screening, subject to minimum qualifying score.
No Negative Marking: Zero penalty for wrong answers in Objective Tests.
2. Screening
Shortlisted candidates' online applications and documents undergo review by the Screening Committee to verify eligibility and experience criteria.
The committee compares candidates' submitted job profiles (certified by current/previous employers) against SBI Scale-I Generalist Officer requirements. Non-matching profiles lead to rejection - Bank's decision is final.
Candidates meeting experience standards as determined by the committee proceed to the Interview phase.
3. Interview / Viva Voce
The Interview/Viva Voce phase carries 50 marks weightage and evaluates candidates' communication skills, banking knowledge, personality, and suitability for Circle Based Officer roles. SBI sets minimum qualifying marks which candidates must achieve to proceed to final merit list preparation. This face-to-face assessment determines readiness for Scale-I officer responsibilities across various SBI circles.
4. Final Selection
Candidates must qualify both Online Test (Objective + Descriptive) and Interview phases separately. Marks from Online Test (170 total) and Interview (50 marks) combine to form final merit list through normalized 75:25 weightage ratio.
- Online Test marks (out of 170) converted to 75 marks
- Interview scores (out of 50) converted to 25 marks
Circle-wise, category-wise merit lists prepared from total 100 marks. Top-ranked candidates selected strictly per vacancy distribution across SBI circles. (118 words)
How to Apply for SBI CBO Recruitment?
Candidates eligible for Circle Based Officer positions must complete the online application process through SBI's official careers portal. This comprehensive procedure requires accurate personal information entry, document uploading, fee payment (if applicable), and final submission with receipt download. Follow these detailed steps carefully:
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How to Apply for SBI CBO Recruitment?
Candidates eligible for Circle Based Officer posts should follow these detailed steps to complete online application through SBI careers portal:
Step 1: Navigate to sbi.co.in/careers → "Current Openings" → Click "Recruitment of Circle Based Officers 2026" link to access application form.
Step 2: Complete registration using basic details (name, mobile number, email ID) to generate unique application number and password.
Step 3: Fill comprehensive form with personal information, educational qualifications, minimum 2 years banking experience, and preferred SBI circle posting.
Step 4: Upload scanned passport-size photo (20-50KB JPG), signature (10-20KB JPG), and employer-certified experience documents per specifications.
Step 5: Carefully review all entered information, choose payment gateway (Debit/Credit Card/Net Banking/UPI), pay Rs 750 fee (SC/ST/PwD exempt).
Step 6: Final submission generates e-receipt - download and print for records. Application window: 29 Jan - 25 Feb 2026.
Note: Application fee varies by category. SC/ST/PwBD candidates exempt. See fee structure section above or official notification for complete details.
Note: Users may find it confusing to locate the correct application link. For your convenience, we have provided the direct SBI CBO 2026 application link in the Important Web Links section below.
Important Dates of SBI CBO Recruitment 2026
| Notification Date | 28 January 2026 |
| Apply Start Date | 29 January 2026 |
| Apply End Date | 25 February 2026 |
| Admit Card | March 2026 |
| Exam Date | March 2026 |
Important Links of SBI CBO Recruitment
| Application Form | Click Here |
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Corrigendum | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
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