SBI PO Notification 2025 Released for 541 Vacancies: Here Is How To Apply

The State Bank of India (SBI) has officially released the SBI PO 2025 recruitment notification, announcing 541 vacancies for the post of Probationary Officer (PO).

The notification was published on June 24, 2025, and marks the beginning of the application process for one of India’s most in-demand banking jobs. Interested candidates can now apply online through the official SBI website — sbi.co.in — with the application window open until July 7, 2025.

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This year’s recruitment drive includes both regular and backlog vacancies, providing a significant opportunity for aspirants seeking a dynamic career in the banking sector. The position of PO comes with a starting basic pay of ₹48,480, in addition to various allowances, and offers postings across India.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must hold a graduate degree in any discipline from a recognised university. Additionally, candidates must be between 21 and 30 years of age as of the eligibility date mentioned in the detailed notification. Age relaxations apply as per government norms for reserved categories.

Selection Process

The selection process for SBI PO 2025 will be conducted in four stages:

1. Preliminary Examination

2. Main Examination

3. Group Exercise

4. Interview

Candidates must qualify at each stage to move forward in the recruitment pipeline. The bank will release separate admit cards for each phase, and final selection will be based on the cumulative performance across all stages.

Application Fee

The application fee structure is as follows:

• General/OBC/EWS candidates: ₹750

• SC/ST/PwD candidates: Exempted from payment

The fee must be paid online through a debit card, a credit card, or net banking during the application process. The application is considered complete only after successful fee payment and final submission.

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To apply for the SBI PO 2025 recruitment, candidates should follow these steps:

1. Visit the official SBI website at sbi.co.in

2. Click on the ‘Careers’ tab on the homepage

3. Under ‘Current Openings’, locate the link for SBI PO 2025 and click on ‘Apply Online’

4. Complete the registration by providing the required details to generate a registration number and password

5. Log in using these credentials and fill out the complete application form

6. Upload scanned copies of required documents such as a photo, a signature, and an ID proof

7. Pay the applicable fee online and click on ‘Final Submit’

8. Download and print a copy of the application form for future reference

The SBI PO exam is highly competitive and attracts lakhs of candidates every year. Aspirants are advised to download the official SBI PO 2025 Notification PDF available on the website, which contains detailed information on the exam pattern, syllabus, marking scheme, reservation rules, and guidelines for persons with disabilities (PwD). For more information and updates, visit the official website: https://sbi.co.in