The State Bank of India (SBI) has commenced the SBI PO 2025 recruitment process for 600 vacancies for Probationary Officer (PO) posts across various branches. The revised SBI PO 2025 Exam Date is 8th, 16th, and 24th March 2025. Over 8 lakh candidates have applied, and eligible candidates can download their call letter from the official website @sbi.co.in.
SBI PO 2025 Exam Highlights
| Recruitment Authority | State Bank of India |
|---|---|
| Post | Probationary Officer (PO) |
| Category | Bank Jobs |
| Vacancies | 600 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Exam Date | 8th, 16th, and 24th March 2025 (Revised) |
| Selection Process | Prelims > Mains > Group Exercise & Interview |
| Salary | Rs 48,480/- |
| Job Location | Across India |
| Official Website | www.sbi.co.in |
SBI PO 2025 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| SBI PO Notification Release | 26th December 2024 |
| Online Registration Begins | 27th December 2024 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 19th January 2025 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 19th January 2025 |
| SBI PO Admit Card Release | 28th February 2025 |
| SBI PO Prelims Exam | 8th, 16th, and 24th March 2025 |
| SBI PO Prelims Result | April 2025 |
| SBI PO Mains Call Letter | 2nd Week of April 2025 onwards |
| SBI PO Mains Exam | April / May 2025 |
| SBI PO Mains Result | May / June 2025 |
| Phase-III Call Letter | May / June 2025 |
| Psychometric Test | May / June 2025 |
| Interview & Group Exercises | May / June 2025 |
| Final Result Declaration | May / June 2025 |
SBI PO 2025 Vacancy Details
| Category | Regular Vacancies | Backlog Vacancies | Total |
| SC | 87 | 0 | 87 |
| ST | 43 | 14 | 57 |
| OBC | 158 | 0 | 158 |
| EWS | 58 | 0 | 58 |
| UR | 240 | 0 | 240 |
| Total | 586 | 14 | 600 |
SBI PO 2025 Eligibility Criteria
1. Age Limit (as of 1st April 2024)
- Minimum Age: 21 years
- Maximum Age: 30 years
- Age Relaxation as per Government norms
2. Educational Qualification (as of 30th April 2025)
- A graduate degree in any discipline from a recognized university.
- Final-year students can apply but must present proof of graduation during the interview.
3. Nationality
- Indian Citizen or subject of Nepal/Bhutan
- Tibetan refugee (before 1st Jan 1962)
- PIOs from select countries with eligibility certificates from the Government of India
SBI PO 2025 Application Fees
| Category | Application Fee |
| General/EWS/OBC | Rs. 750/- |
| SC/ST/PWD | Nil |
SBI PO 2025 Selection Process
- Preliminary Exam – Qualifying stage
- Main Exam – Shortlisting for interview
- Group Exercise & Interview – Final Selection
SBI PO 2025 Exam Pattern
SBI PO Prelims Exam Pattern
| Section | No. of Questions | Marks | Time |
| English Language | 40 | 40 | 20 minutes |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 30 | 30 | 20 minutes |
| Reasoning Ability | 30 | 30 | 20 minutes |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 1 hour |
SBI PO Mains Exam Pattern
| Section | No. of Questions | Marks | Time |
| Reasoning & Computer Aptitude | 40 | 60 | 50 minutes |
| Data Analysis & Interpretation | 30 | 60 | 45 minutes |
| General Awareness | 60 | 60 | 45 minutes |
| English Language | 40 | 40 | 40 minutes |
| Total (Objective Test) | 170 | 200 | 3 hours |
| Descriptive Test | – | 50 | 30 minutes |
| Grand Total | 170 | 250 | 3.5 hours |
SBI PO 2025 Salary
- Basic Pay: Rs. 48,480/-
- Pay Scale: Rs. 48480-2000/7-62480-2340/2-67160-2680/7-85920
- CTC (Mumbai Location): ₹18.67 lakh per annum
SBI PO 2025 Exam Centres
Candidates must select Prelims & Mains exam centers while applying. The list of major exam centers is given below:
| State | Prelims Centers | Mains Centers |
| Gujarat | Ahmedabad, Surat, Vadodara | Ahmedabad |
| Maharashtra | Mumbai, Pune, Nagpur | Mumbai |
| Karnataka | Bengaluru, Mangalore, Mysore | Bengaluru |
| Delhi NCR | Delhi, Noida, Gurgaon | Delhi |
| Tamil Nadu | Chennai, Coimbatore, Madurai | Chennai |
| Uttar Pradesh | Lucknow, Kanpur, Varanasi | Lucknow |
SBI PO 2025 Cut-Off (Previous Year – 2023)
| Category | Prelims Cut-Off |
| General | 59.25 |
| SC | 53 |
| ST | 47.50 |
| OBC | 59.25 |
| EWS | 59.25 |
SBI PO 2025 FAQs
Q1. What is the revised SBI PO 2025 exam date?
The SBI PO 2025 Prelims exam is scheduled for 8th, 16th, and 24th March 2025. The Mains exam will take place in April/May 2025, followed by the Interview and Group Exercise in May/June 2025.
Q2. How many vacancies are available for SBI PO 2025?
The SBI PO 2025 Prelims exam is scheduled for 8th, 16th, and 24th March 2025. The Mains exam will take place in April/May 2025, followed by the Interview and Group Exercise in May/June 2025.
Q3. What is the application fee for SBI PO 2025?
The application fee for General, OBC, and EWS candidates is Rs. 750/-, while SC, ST, and PWD candidates are exempted from paying any fee. The fee is non-refundable.
Q4. What is the salary of an SBI PO?
The basic salary of an SBI PO is Rs. 48,480/-, with a pay scale ranging from Rs. 48,480 to Rs. 85,920/-. The estimated CTC is ₹18.67 lakh per annum, including various allowances and benefits.
Q5. What is the selection process for SBI PO 2025?
The selection process consists of three phases: Prelims (qualifying), Mains (merit-based), and Group Exercise & Interview. A psychometric test is also included in Phase-III for personality assessment.
Q6. Where can I download the SBI PO 2025 Admit Card?
Candidates can download the SBI PO 2025 Admit Card from the official website @sbi.co.in. The Prelims admit card will be available from 28th February 2025, while separate admit cards will be issued for Mains and Interview rounds.
This article provides all necessary details for SBI PO 2025 aspirants. Keep checking the official website for updates and start preparing for the exams today!
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