The State Bank of India (SBI) has officially released the SBI CBO Notification 2026, announcing 2,050 vacancies for the post of Circle Based Officer (CBO). Eligible and interested candidates can apply online from 29 January 2026 to 18 February 2026 through SBI’s official website. The online examination is tentatively scheduled for March 2026.
This recruitment drive is a great opportunity for experienced banking professionals to join India’s largest public sector bank with assured career growth, structured promotions, and region-based postings. The CBO role aims to strengthen SBI’s operations at the circle level while offering long-term stability and professional development.
SBI CBO Recruitment 2026 – Overview
SBI has released a detailed notification PDF outlining all important information such as eligibility criteria, selection process, exam pattern, salary structure, and application instructions. Candidates are strongly advised to read the official notification carefully before applying.
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Organization: State Bank of India
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Post Name: Circle Based Officer (CBO)
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Total Vacancies: 2,050
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Application Mode: Online
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Basic Pay: ₹48,480
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Official Website: www.sbi.co.in
SBI CBO Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
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Notification Release Date: 28 January 2026
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Online Application Start Date: 29 January 2026
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Last Date to Apply Online: 18 February 2026
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Online Exam Date: March 2026 (Tentative)
SBI CBO Recruitment 2026 – Category Wise
A total of 2,050 vacancies have been distributed across various categories and circles.
| Category | Vacancies |
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| General (GEN) | 852 |
| OBC | 547 |
| SC | 303 |
| ST | 148 |
| EWS | 200 |
| Total | 2050 |
SBI CBO Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must fulfill the following eligibility conditions to apply for SBI CBO 2026:
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Educational Qualification
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Graduation in any discipline from a recognised university or equivalent qualification approved by the Central Government
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Candidates with degrees in Engineering, Medical, CA, or Cost Accountancy are also eligible
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The date of passing will be considered as mentioned on the mark sheet or provisional certificate
Age Limit (As on 31/12/2025)
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Minimum Age: 21 Years
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Maximum Age: 30 Years
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
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| SC/ST | 5 Years |
| OBC (NCL) | 3 Years |
| PwBD (SC/ST) | 15 Years |
| PwBD (OBC) | 13 Years |
| PwBD (Gen/EWS) | 10 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen / ECOs / SSCOs | 5 Years |
Work Experience
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Minimum 2 years of experience as an officer in a Scheduled Commercial Bank or Regional Rural Bank listed in the Second Schedule of RBI
SBI CBO Application Form 2026
The online application and fee payment process will be active from 29 January to 18 February 2026. Candidates must register, fill in the required details, upload documents, and pay the application fee online using debit card, credit card, or net banking.
Documents Required for Upload
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Recent Photograph (JPG/JPEG)
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Signature (JPG/JPEG)
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Left-hand Thumb Impression (JPG/JPEG)
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Handwritten Declaration (JPG/JPEG)
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Valid ID Proof (PDF)
SBI CBO Recruitment 2026 Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
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| General / EWS / OBC | ₹750 |
| SC / ST / PwBD | Nil |
SBI CBO Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
The selection process consists of multiple stages. Candidates must qualify each stage to proceed further.
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Online Examination
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Screening
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Interview
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Local Language Proficiency Test
SBI CBO Recruitment 2026 Exam Pattern
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Objective Test
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Sections: English Language, Banking Knowledge, General Awareness/Economy, Computer Aptitude
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Total Questions: 120
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Total Marks: 120
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Duration: 2 Hours
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Negative Marking: No
Descriptive Test
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Tasks: One Letter and One Essay
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Total Marks: 50
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Duration: 30 Minutes
SBI CBO Recruitment 2026 Salary Structure
Selected candidates will receive an attractive salary along with multiple allowances and benefits.
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Basic Pay: ₹48,480
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Pay Scale:
48480-2000/7-62480-2340/2-67160-2680/7-85920
In addition to basic pay, CBOs are entitled to DA, HRA or Lease Rental, CCA, NPS, medical benefits, and other allowances, making it one of the most rewarding officer-level positions in public sector banking.
How to Apply
Login to https://sbi.bank.in/web/careers/current-openings Scroll down and click on the respective advertisement Download advertisement no. CRPD/CBO/2025-26/18 (Carefully read the detailed advertisement) Apply Online (Before final submission, go through your application. Corrections will not be allowed after final submission)
SBI CBO Recruitment 2026 Important Links
- Apply Online: Click Here
- Official Notification PDF: Click Here
- Visit Official Website: Click Here