The State Bank of India (SBI) has officially released the notification for the recruitment of 600 Probationary Officers (PO) under Advt. No. CRPD/PO/2024-25/22. The online application process for SBI PO 2024 has commenced, and candidates can now submit their applications on the official website, www.sbi.co.in.

This year’s recruitment includes important updates, such as changes in the Prelims and Mains exam pattern, as well as an updated salary structure. The selected candidates will receive a gross monthly salary of Rs 48,480/-. To learn more about the exam pattern, important dates, the application process, and other key details, download the official SBI PO 2024 Notification PDF.

The last date to apply for this prestigious opportunity is 16th January 2025, so make sure to submit your application before the deadline!

SBI PO Recruitment 2025: Key Dates

Candidates planning to apply for the SBI PO 2025 recruitment cycle should be aware of the following important dates:

SBI PO Recruitment 2025 Important Dates:

Make sure to keep track of these dates to stay updated on your SBI PO application process!

The SBI PO Notification 2025 brings important updates, including modifications to the Prelims and Mains Exam patterns for both objective and descriptive sections. Furthermore, there has been an increase in the salary structure. While there is no sectional cut-off for the Prelims Exam, a sectional cut-off will be applicable in the Mains Exam. The age limit cut-off date is set as 01 April 2024, and the educational qualification cut-off date is 30 April 2025.

SBI PO 2025 Vacancy Details

SBI has announced a total of 600 vacancies for Probationary Officers (PO) across various categories. Below is the category-wise distribution of vacancies for SBI PO 2025:

SBI PO 2025 Eligibility Criteria

Before applying, candidates must ensure they meet the eligibility criteria set by SBI. Below are the essential eligibility conditions for SBI PO 2025:

1. Age Limit:

• Minimum Age: 21 years
• Maximum Age: 30 years (as of 01 April 2024)

Age Relaxation (as per government norms):

• SC/ST: 5 years
• OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 years
• PWD: 10-15 years (depending on the category)

2. Educational Qualification:

Candidates must hold a bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized university or an equivalent qualification.
Note: Final-year students can also apply but must submit proof of passing their degree by the specified date.

3. Nationality:

Candidates must be Indian citizens.
Subjects of Bhutan, Nepal, or Tibetan refugees who settled in India before 1 January 1962 are also eligible.

SBI PO 2025 Application Fee

To complete the application process, candidates need to pay the required application fee. The fee can be paid through online payment methods, including debit cards, credit cards, or net banking.

SBI PO 2025 Exam Pattern Changes

SBI has introduced significant changes in the exam pattern for the SBI PO 2025 exam. Modifications have been made to both the Prelims and Mains exams, making the selection process more competitive. These changes include alterations in the number of questions and maximum marks for each section, specifically aimed at evaluating candidates’ analytical, reasoning, and decision-making skills.

SBI PO 2025 Prelims Exam Pattern:

Note: There is no sectional cut-off in the Prelims exam. However, the Mains exam will have a sectional cut-off, where candidates must score minimum marks in each section.