The wait is over! The State Bank of India (SBI) has officially released the SBI Circle Based Officer (CBO) Recruitment 2026 notification for 2273 vacancies. This is one of the most sought-after banking jobs for experienced graduates who want a stable career with the country’s largest public sector bank.
If you have at least 2 years of officer-level experience in a Scheduled Commercial Bank or Regional Rural Bank, this is your golden opportunity to join SBI in Junior Management Grade Scale-I (JMGS-I).
SBI CBO Recruitment 2026: Key Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | State Bank of India (SBI) |
| Post Name | Circle Based Officer (CBO) |
| Total Vacancies | 2273 (2050 Regular + 223 Backlog) |
| Notification Release Date | 28 January 2026 |
| Online Application Start | 29 January 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 18 February 2026 |
| Online Exam Date | March 2026 (Tentative) |
| Official Website | www.sbi.co.in |
SBI CBO Vacancy 2026 (Circle-Wise Distribution)
SBI has announced circle-specific vacancies. Candidates can apply for only one circle based on their local language proficiency.
Top Circles with Highest Vacancies (Regular):
- Bengaluru (Karnataka) → 200
- Kolkata (West Bengal) → 200
- Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) → 200
- Gandhinagar (Gujarat) → 194
- Maharashtra → 194
Backlog Vacancies are significant in circles like Gandhinagar (42), Chennai (37), Kolkata (31), and Thiruvananthapuram (29).
Eligibility Criteria for SBI CBO 2026
1. Age Limit (as on 31/12/2025)
- Minimum: 21 years
- Maximum: 30 years
- Age Relaxation:
- SC/ST: 5 years
- OBC (NCL): 3 years
- PwBD: 10–15 years
- Ex-Servicemen: 5 years
2. Educational Qualification
- Graduation in any discipline from a recognized university.
3. Post-Qualification Experience (Mandatory)
- Minimum 2 years as an Officer in any Scheduled Commercial Bank or Regional Rural Bank (as on 31/12/2025).
4. Local Language Proficiency
- You must be proficient in reading, writing, and speaking the local language of the applied circle (proof via 10th/12th marksheet).
Salary & Job Profile
- Basic Pay: ₹48,480
- Scale: ₹48,480 – 85,920
- Gross Salary (approx.): ₹70,000 – ₹80,000 per month (including allowances)
- 2 Advance Increments for candidates with 2+ years of officer experience
Key Perks: HRA/Lease Rental, Medical Aid, Pension, Performance Linked Incentive (PLI), and career growth limited to the applied circle (up to SMGS-IV).
SBI CBO Selection Process 2026
The selection will be done in four stages:
- Online Examination (Objective + Descriptive)
- Screening (based on experience, qualification, etc.)
- Interview (20–30 marks weightage)
- Local Language Proficiency Test
Final merit is prepared circle-wise and category-wise based primarily on Interview marks.
SBI CBO Exam Pattern 2026
A. Objective Test (120 Marks | 2 Hours)
| Section | Questions | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| English Language | 30 | 30 | 30 min |
| Banking Knowledge | 40 | 40 | 40 min |
| General Awareness / Economy | 30 | 30 | 30 min |
| Computer Aptitude | 20 | 20 | 20 min |
| Total | 120 | 120 | 120 min |
B. Descriptive Test (30 Minutes)
- Letter Writing (1 question) → 25 Marks
Note: No negative marking in the objective test.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| SC / ST / PwBD | ₹0 |
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹750 |
How to Apply for SBI Circle Based Officer 2026
- Visit the official SBI careers page: sbi.co.in/web/careers
- Click on “Recruitment of Circle Based Officers”
- Register using a valid email ID and mobile number
- Fill the online application form carefully
- Upload photo, signature, thumb impression & handwritten declaration
- Pay the application fee (if applicable)
- Submit and take a printout
Preparation Tips for SBI CBO Exam
- Focus heavily on Banking Awareness and Current Affairs (last 6–8 months)
- Practice Letter Writing daily
- Revise Computer Aptitude and English thoroughly
- Attempt full-length mock tests in the exact 2-hour + 30-min format
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. Can final year students apply? No. You need a valid graduation degree + 2 years of officer experience.
Q2. Is there any age relaxation for experienced candidates? No, experience does not provide age relaxation.
Q3. Can I apply for more than one circle? No. Only one circle per candidate.
Q4. Is the exam bilingual? Yes, except the English Language section.
Final Words
The SBI CBO Recruitment 2026 is a rare opportunity for experienced banking professionals to enter India’s largest bank with a decent salary, job security, and respectable designation. With only 18 days left for application, do not delay.
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