SBI CBO Recruitment 2026 Notification Out for 2050 Posts, Apply Online Begins Tomorrow

The SBI CBO Recruitment 2026 Notification has been officially released, announcing a total of 2050 vacancies for the Circle Based Officer post. This recruitment has created strong interest among experienced banking professionals looking for stable growth within India’s largest public sector bank. The CBO role is particularly attractive because it focuses on localized postings and offers a clear career progression path.

SBI CBO Recruitment 2026 Notification Out

SBI has released the official CBO notification along with a detailed PDF, which candidates must read carefully. Online registration and fee payment can be done from 29 January to 18 February 2026. The online exam is tentatively scheduled for March 2026. The SBI CBO Notification 2026 PDF contains key details on eligibility, selection process, exam pattern, and important instructions.

SBI CBO Recruitment 2026: Notification PDF

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SBI CBO 2026: Summary

Aspirants aiming to secure a position as Circle Based Officers are advised to review the SBI CBO 2026 summary provided in the table below for a clear understanding of the key highlights.

SBI CBO 2026 Important Dates

• Notification Release Date: 28 January 2026
• Apply Online Starts On: 29 January 2026
• Apply Online Ends On: 18 February 2026
• Online Exam Date: March 2026(Tentative)

SBI CBO Vacancy 2026

The SBI CBO 2026 Recruitment offers a total of 2,050 vacancies for aspiring candidates across various circles. These positions are aimed at graduates looking to build a career as Circle Based Officers in the State Bank of India. The SBI CBO Vacancy 2026 is  distributed across multiple states/union territory for the various categories.

In the given section, check the regular as well as backlog vacancies for the different category.

SBI CBO 2026 Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for the SBI Circle Based Officer (CBO) 2026, candidates will need to meet specific eligibility criteria as set by the State Bank of India. These will include required educational qualifications, age limits with applicable relaxations, and relevant work experience. Aspirants should carefully review these requirements once the official notification is released to ensure they are eligible before applying.

Educational Qualification:

• Candidates must have a graduation degree in any discipline from a recognised university or an equivalent qualification approved by the Central Government.
• Even candidates with degrees in Medical, Engineering, CA, or Cost Accountancy are eligible.
• The date of passing will be considered as the one mentioned on the mark sheet or provisional certificate. If it’s available online, a certificate from the university mentioning the result date will be accepted.

Age Limit(As On 31/12/2025)

• Minimum Age: 21 Years
• Maximum Age: 30 Years

Age Relaxation (Upper Age Limit):

Work Experience

Candidates must have at least 2 years of work experience as an officer in a Scheduled Commercial Bank or Regional Rural Bank listed under the Second Schedule of the RBI.

SBI CBO Application Form 2026

The online registration of application and payment of fees for SBI CBO Recruitment 2026 will start from 29 January 2026 and will continue till 18 February 2026. First, the candidates will have to register, then fill the required details, after which they will have to pay the application fees through online mode by using debit card, credit card, or internet banking.

List Of Documents Required To Upload

• Recent Photograph(jpg/jpeg)
• Signature(jpg/jpeg)
• Left Hand Thumb Impression(jpg/jpeg)
• Handwritten Declaration(jpg/jpeg)
• ID Proof(PDF)

SBI CBO 2026 Application Fees

SBI CBO Recruitment 2026 Selection Process

• Online Exam
• Screening
• Interview

SBI CBO 2026 Exam Pattern

Objective Test

• Sections: English Language, Banking Knowledge, General Awareness/Economy, Computer Aptitude
• Total Questions: 120
• Total Marks: 120
• Duration: 2 Hours
• No negative marking

Descriptive Test

• Tasks: One letter and one essay
• Total Marks: 50
• Duration: 30 minutes

SBI CBO 2026 Salary

Along with the basic pay, CBOs also receive benefits such as Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA) or lease rental, City Compensatory Allowance (CCA), National Pension System (NPS), medical facilities, and other allowances, making this a highly rewarding position in the public banking sector.