SBI PO Recruitment 2025: If you’re preparing for a government job and aspire to build a career in the banking sector, here’s a golden opportunity for you! The State Bank of India (SBI) has announced vacancies for Probationary Officers (PO) under its latest recruitment drive. With a total of 541 posts available, eligible candidates can apply online from 24th June 2025 to 14th July 2025.

Vacancy Breakdown & Reservation Details

This recruitment drive includes vacancies across various categories:

  • SC (Scheduled Caste): 80 posts

  • ST (Scheduled Tribe): 73 posts

  • OBC (Other Backward Classes – Non-Creamy Layer): 135 posts

  • EWS (Economically Weaker Section): 50 posts

  • UR (Unreserved): 203 posts

Additionally, PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disabilities) candidates have 5 seats reserved per category (VI – Visually Impaired, HI – Hearing Impaired, LD – Locomotor Disability, d&e).

Note: OBC candidates falling under the Creamy Layer must apply under the Unreserved (UR) category.

Salary & Perks – Why SBI PO is a Lucrative Career Choice

Selected candidates will receive an initial monthly salary of ₹48,480 (including 4 advance increments). The total annual compensation in metro cities like Mumbai can reach up to ₹18.67 lakhs, along with benefits such as:

  • Dearness Allowance (DA)

  • House Rent Allowance (HRA)

  • City Compensatory Allowance (CCA)

  • Provident Fund (PF), Pension (NPS), Medical Benefits

  • Leave Travel Concession (LTC)

Key Dates to Remember

  • Online Application Start Date: 24th June 2025

  • Last Date to Apply: 14th July 2025

  • Official Website: SBI Careers Portal

  • Advertisement No: CRPD/PO/2025-26/04

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification:

  • Graduation in any discipline from a recognized university.

  • Final-year students can apply but must submit their degree by 30th September 2025.

  • Candidates with CA, ICWA, CS, Medical, or Engineering degrees are also eligible.

Age Limit (as of 01/04/2025):

  • Minimum Age: 21 years

  • Maximum Age: 30 years

  • Age Relaxation:

    • SC/ST: +5 years

    • OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): +3 years

    • PwBD: 10-15 years (category-wise)

    • Ex-Servicemen: +5 years

How to Apply?

  1. Visit SBI’s official careers page → “Current Openings”.

  2. Open Advertisement No. CRPD/PO/2025-26/04.

  3. Register & Log in.

  4. Fill in personal & educational details.

  5. Pay the application fee (varies by category).

  6. Submit & print the confirmation for future reference.

Final Thoughts

SBI PO is one of the most prestigious and well-paying banking jobs in India. With no subject restrictions and attractive perks, this is a golden chance for graduates to secure a stable career. Don’t miss the deadline – apply before 14th July 2025!

Fact Checked: All details are sourced from the official SBI recruitment notification. Candidates must verify updates on SBI’s website.