State Bank of India (SBI) has announced a significant recruitment drive for 2050 Circle Based Officer (CBO) positions. This opportunity is for individuals seeking a banking career across various states in India. Applications for these roles began on January 29, 2026, and the deadline has been extended to February 25, 2026.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start Date | January 29, 2026 |
| Online Application Last Date | February 25, 2026 (Extended) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | February 25, 2026 (Extended) |
| Exam Date | To Be Announced |
| Admit Card Release | Before Exam |
| Result Announcement | Will Be Updated Soon |
Application Fee
Candidates applying for the Circle Based Officer position must pay an application fee, which varies by category. Payment can be made online using various digital methods.
| Category | Fee Amount |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹750/- |
| SC / ST / PH (Persons with Disabilities) | ₹0/- |
Accepted payment methods include Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, IMPS, Cash Card, or Mobile Wallet.
Vacancy Details
A total of 2050 positions are open for Circle Based Officers across different states. Each state has specific language requirements for candidates.
| Post Name | Number of Posts | Basic Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| SBI Circle Based Officer (CBO) | 2050 | Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized Indian university, along with familiarity in the local language. |
State-wise Vacancies and Language Requirements
| State/Region | Number of Posts | Required Languages |
|---|---|---|
| Uttar Pradesh | 200 | Hindi / Urdu |
| Delhi / Uttarakhand / Haryana / Uttar Pradesh | 76 | Hindi |
| Madhya Pradesh / Chhattisgarh | 97 | Hindi |
| Rajasthan | 103 | Hindi |
| Odisha | 80 | Odia |
| Telangana | 80 | Telugu |
| West Bengal / Sikkim / A & N Islands | 200 | Bengali / Nepali |
| Maharashtra | 194 | Marathi |
| Maharashtra / Goa | 143 | Marathi / Konkani |
| Assam / Arunachal Pradesh / Manipur / Meghalaya / Mizoram / Nagaland / Tripura | 68 | Assamese / Bengali / Bodo / Manipuri / Garo / Khasi / Mizo / Kokborok |
| Gujarat / Dadra & Nagar Haveli / Daman & Diu | 194 | Gujarati |
| Andhra Pradesh | 97 | Telugu / Urdu |
| Karnataka | 200 | Kannada |
| Jammu & Kashmir, Ladakh / Himachal Pradesh / Haryana / Punjab | 103 | Hindi / Punjabi / Urdu |
| Tamil Nadu / Pondicherry | 165 | Tamil |
| Kerala / Lakshadweep | 50 | Malayalam |
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the SBI Circle Based Officer position, candidates must meet specific age and educational requirements.
Applicants must be at least 21 years old and not older than 30 years as of December 31, 2025. However, SBI provides age relaxation for certain categories as per government regulations.
In terms of education, a bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a university recognized in India is mandatory. Additionally, candidates should be proficient in reading, writing, and speaking the local language of the state they are applying for.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should follow these steps to submit their application for the SBI Circle Based Officer recruitment:
- Visit the official State Bank of India website.
- Navigate to the “Careers” or “Recruitment” section and locate the advertisement for Circle Based Officer (CBO) Recruitment 2026 (Advt. No. CRPD/ CBO/ 2025-26/18).
- Click on the “Apply Online” link. You can access the application portal directly through the official SBI website.
- Register yourself on the portal, then fill out the application form with accurate personal and academic details. Make sure to upload all required documents as specified.
- Proceed to pay the application fee online using your preferred method, such as a debit card, credit card, internet banking, IMPS, or a mobile wallet.
- Carefully review all the information entered in your application form before making the final submission. Ensure the entire process is completed by the extended deadline of February 25, 2026.
Selection Process
The selection process for the Circle Based Officer role is comprehensive, involving multiple stages to evaluate candidates thoroughly. It begins with an online examination, followed by a screening test for shortlisted applicants.
Candidates who clear these initial stages will then be invited for an interview. A crucial part of the selection is a local language test, which assesses proficiency in the regional language of the applied state. Finally, document verification and a medical examination will be conducted before the final list of selected candidates is announced.
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