State Bank of India Circle Based Officers(CBO) Recruitment 2025: Apply Online for 2600 Post and Other Details!
The State Bank of India (SBI) has announced the recruitment for Circle Based Officers (CBO) for the year 2025. This drive aims to fill 2600 regular vacancies across various circles in India. This is a significant opportunity for experienced banking professionals to join the country's largest public sector bank.
Job Overview
- Organization Name: State Bank of India (SBI)
- Post Name: Circle Based Officer (CBO)
- Number of Regular Vacancies: 2600
- Backlog Vacancies: 364
Important Dates
It is crucial for interested candidates to keep track of the important dates related to the SBI CBO Recruitment 2025. The online registration and fee payment window is limited.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application & Fee Payment Start Date | May 9, 2025 |
| Online Application & Fee Payment End Date | May 29, 2025 |
| Download of Call Letter for Online Test | July 2025 (Tentative) |
| Online Test Date | July 2025 (Tentative) |
| Document Verification Dates | To be Notified |
| Interview Dates | To be Notified |
Application Deadline Approaching!
The last date to apply online and pay the application fee for SBI CBO Recruitment 2025 is May 29, 2025. Ensure you complete your application well before the deadline to avoid any last-minute issues.
Vacancy Details
The recruitment drive offers a substantial number of vacancies distributed across various circles and categories. Candidates must apply for a vacancy in only one Circle.
| Circle | State/UT | Language | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ahmedabad | Gujarat, Dadra & Nagar Haveli, Daman & Diu | Gujarati | 240 |
| Amaravati | Andhra Pradesh | Telugu/Urdu | 180 |
| Bengaluru | Karnataka | Kannada | 250 |
| Bhopal | Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh | Hindi | 200 |
| Bhubaneswar | Odisha | Odia | 100 |
| Chandigarh | J&K, Ladakh, Himachal Pradesh, Haryana, Punjab | Urdu, Hindi, Punjabi | 80 |
| Chennai | Tamil Nadu, Puducherry | Tamil | 120 |
| North Eastern | Assam, Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Tripura | Assamese/ Bengali/ Bodo/ Manipuri/ Garo/ Khasi/ Mizo/ Kokborok | 100 |
| Hyderabad | Telangana | Telugu | 230 |
| Jaipur | Rajasthan | Hindi | 200 |
| Lucknow | Uttar Pradesh | Hindi/Urdu | 280 |
| Kolkata | West Bengal, Sikkim, A&N Islands | Bengali/Nepali | 150 |
| Maharashtra | Maharashtra, Goa | Marathi/Konkani | 250 |
| Mumbai Metro | Mumbai Metropolitan Region | Marathi | 100 |
| New Delhi | Delhi, Uttarakhand, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh | Hindi | 30 |
| Thiruvananthapuram | Kerala, Lakshadweep | Malayalam | 90 |
Note: For Detailed category-wise distribution candidates are advised to refer to the official notification.
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must fulfill the specified eligibility criteria as of April 30, 2025, to be considered for the SBI CBO posts.
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Educational Qualification | Graduation in any discipline from a recognised University or any equivalent qualification recognised as such by the Central Government, including Integrated Dual Degree (IDD). Candidates possessing qualifications such as Medical, Engineering, Chartered Accountant, Cost Accountant are also eligible. |
| Age Limit | Not below 21 years and not above 30 years (i.e., candidates must have been born not later than April 30, 2004, and not earlier than May 1, 1995, both days inclusive). |
| Experience (Post Essential Academic Qualification) | Minimum 2 years' experience as an officer in any Scheduled Commercial Bank or any Regional Rural Bank as listed in the Second Schedule of the Reserve Bank of India. |
| Local Language Proficiency | Candidates must be proficient (reading, writing, and understanding) in the specified opted local language of the Circle they are applying for. Proof of having studied the specified local language in 10th or 12th standard is required, otherwise, a language proficiency test will be conducted before joining. |
Age Relaxation
Relaxation in the upper age limit is applicable for reserved categories as per government norms:
- SC/ST: 5 Years
- OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 Years
- PwBD (Gen/EWS): 10 Years
- PwBD (SC/ST): 15 Years
- PwBD (OBC): 13 Years
- Eligible Ex-Servicemen: 5 Years Cumulative age relaxation is not available.
Salary and Emoluments
Selected candidates will be placed in the Junior Management Grade Scale-I (JMGS-I). The compensation package is attractive and includes various allowances.
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Basic Pay (Starting) | Rs. 48,480/- (with 2 advance increments for 2+ years of experience in an officer cadre in any SCB/RRB) |
| Pay Scale | Rs. 48480-2000/7-62480-2340/2-67160-2680/7-85920 |
| Allowances | Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA)/Lease Rental, City Compensatory Allowance (CCA), Medical Aid, Leave Fare Concession (LFC), Petrol Allowance, and other perquisites as per rules in force. |
| Approximate In-Hand Salary | Approximately Rs. 80,964/- (This is an indicative figure and may vary) |
| Other Benefits | Contribution Pension Scheme/New Pension Scheme, Concessional interest rates for Housing/Car/Personal Loans. |
Selection Process
The selection process for SBI CBO Recruitment 2025 involves multiple stages designed to assess the suitability of candidates.
| Stage | Details | Maximum Marks | Qualifying Marks | Weightage for Final Merit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Online Test - Objective | Comprises 4 sections: English Language (30 Qs, 30 Marks, 30 mins), Banking Knowledge (40 Qs, 40 Marks, 40 mins), General Awareness/Economy (30 Qs, 30 Marks, 30 mins), Computer Aptitude (20 Qs, 20 Marks, 20 mins). Total 2 hours. No negative marking. | 120 | To be decided by the Bank. No sectional cut-off. | 75% (Normalized score out of 170 from Objective & Descriptive Test converted to 75) |
| Online Test - Descriptive | Test of English Language (Letter Writing & Essay - 2 questions). Duration: 30 minutes. To be typed on computer. | 50 | To be decided by the Bank. | Included in the 75% weightage for Online Test |
| Screening | Applications and documents of candidates shortlisted from the online test will be screened by a committee to assess eligibility and suitability based on experience. | N/A | Candidates must meet predefined parameters. | N/A |
| Interview | Personal interview to assess communication skills, banking knowledge, and overall suitability. | 50 | To be decided by the Bank. | 25% (Normalized score out of 50 converted to 25) |
| Local Language Proficiency Test | For candidates who do not have 10th or 12th standard mark sheet/certificate evidencing having studied the specified opted local language. This test is qualifying in nature and conducted before joining. | Qualifying | Must Qualify | N/A (Mandatory for appointment if applicable) |
Final Selection Criteria
The final merit list will be prepared based on the aggregate marks obtained in the Online Test (Objective + Descriptive) and the Interview, with a weightage of 75:25 respectively. Candidates need to qualify in both the Online Test and the Interview separately.
Application Process
Eligible candidates must apply online through the official SBI website.
- Visit the Official SBI Careers Page: Go to
https://bank.sbi/web/careersorhttps://www.sbi.co.in/web/careers. - Find the Recruitment Link: Navigate to "Current Openings" and find the advertisement "RECRUITMENT OF CIRCLE BASED OFFICERS (Advertisement No. CRPD/CBO/2025-26/03)".
- Register Online: Click on "Apply Online". If you are a new user, complete the registration process by providing your basic details to generate a provisional registration number and password.
- Fill the Application Form: Log in with your registration number and password and fill in the detailed application form with personal, educational, and experience details.
- Upload Documents: Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, ID proof, proof of date of birth, educational certificates, experience certificate, Form-16/Salary Slip, and brief resume in the prescribed format and size. Use Photo & Signature Resizing Tools
- Pay Application Fee: Pay the application fee online using a Debit Card/Credit Card/Internet Banking.
Category Fee Amount General/EWS/OBC Rs. 750/- SC/ST/PwBD Nil - Submit and Print: After successful payment, submit the application form and take a printout of the e-receipt and application form for future reference.
Document Requirements for Online Application
Ensure you have scanned copies of the following documents in the specified format (usually PDF for documents, JPG/JPEG for photo & signature) before starting the application:
- Recent Photograph
- Signature
- ID Proof (e.g., Aadhaar, PAN Card, Voter ID)
- Left Thumb Impression
- Hand Written Declaration
- Proof of Date of Birth (e.g., Birth Certificate, SSC/HSC Certificate)
- Educational Certificates: Mark Sheets and Degree/Provisional Certificate
- Experience Certificate(s) detailing job profile, certified by employer(s)
- Latest Form-16 or Salary Slip
- Brief Resume (detailing educational/professional qualifications, experience, and assignments handled)
- Caste Certificate (if applicable, in the prescribed format)
- EWS Certificate (if applicable, for FY 2024-25, valid for 2025-26)
- PwBD Certificate (if applicable, in the prescribed format)
Important Links
Access the official resources for the SBI CBO Recruitment 2025 through the links below.
SBI Main Careers Page Download Official Notification PDF (CRPD/CBO/2025-26/03) Apply Online for SBI CBO 2025Beware of Fraudulent Websites
Candidates are advised to apply only through the official SBI website: sbi.co.in/web/careers. Do not fall prey to any fake websites or job offers.