SBI PO 2025-26 Recruitment Official RTI Data Out, 4.4 Lakh Candidates Registered

The official RTI data for SBI PO 2025-26 Recruitment Cycle has revealed the actual number of candidates who participated in different stages of the selection process. As per the released statistics, more than 4.4 lakh candidates registered for the SBI PO 2025-26 examination, once again proving that SBI PO remains one of the most competitive banking exams in India.

SBI PO 2025-26 Official RTI Data Out

The data provides a complete picture of how many candidates filled the application form, appeared in the preliminary and mains examinations, and finally reached the interview stage. The figures clearly show the intense level of competition at every stage of the recruitment process. Here is the complete stage-wise SBI PO 2025-26 recruitment data:

Over 4.4 Lakh Candidates Applied for SBI PO

According to the RTI figures, a total of 4,40,646 candidates registered for the SBI PO 2025-26 recruitment process. However, around 3,01,720 candidates actually appeared in the Preliminary Examination. This shows that SBI PO continues to attract massive participation from banking aspirants across the country due to:

• Attractive salary package.
• Career growth opportunities.
• Job security.
• Prestigious officer-level role.
• Fast promotion structure.

Huge Competition in SBI PO Prelims

The preliminary examination acted as the first major elimination round. Out of more than 3 lakh candidates who appeared in Prelims, only 5,784 candidates were shortlisted for the SBI PO Mains examination. This indicates that only a very small percentage of candidates managed to clear the first stage successfully. Speed, sectional balance, accuracy, and strong General Awareness preparation played a crucial role in selection.