SBI Circle Based Officer (CBO) Recruitment 2026 - 2273 Vacancies
Job ID: sbi-cbo-2026
Total Vacancies
2,273
Salary
The starting basic pay is ₹48,480/- in the scale of ₹48,480-2,000/7-62,480-2,340/2-67,160-2,680/7-85,920 for JMGS Scale-I plus two advance increments. Approx. CTC in a metro is ₹17.55 LPA, including DA, HRA, and other allowances.
Application Deadline
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Job Overview
Job Type
Banking Officer
Job Level
Junior Management Grade Scale-I (JMGS I) / Assistant Manager
Work Location
Various Circles across India (Posting is specific to the applied Circle only)
Department
State Bank of India - All Circles
Recruitment Type
Direct Recruitment
Notification Release
January 2026
State Bank of India invites applications for the post of Circle Based Officer (CBO). Selected candidates will be appointed as Assistant Manager in JMGS Scale-I. This is a circle-specific recruitment where officers are posted within their applied circle and must be proficient in the local language. The role involves a probation period of 6 months.
Job Analysis
Competition Level
Extremely High
Application Trend
One of the most sought-after banking jobs in India, attracting experienced candidates from across the country.
Success Rate
Very low due to high competition, circle-specific vacancies, and stringent experience & screening criteria.
Difficulty Level
High
The SBI CBO recruitment is highly competitive and unique due to its circle-based allocation. Success requires not only clearing a challenging online exam (with specialized banking knowledge) and interview but also passing a rigorous document screening to verify 2 years of relevant banking officer experience. The final selection is heavily dependent on circle-wise and category-wise merit. Proficiency in the local language of the applied circle is mandatory.
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Cutoff Trends
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Vacancy Details
Eligibility Criteria
Indian Citizen. Educational: Graduation in any discipline from a recognized university. Experience: Minimum 2 years of full-time work experience as an officer in any Scheduled Commercial Bank or Regional Rural Bank as of 31.12.2025. Age: 21-30 years for General/EWS (with relaxations). Language: Proficient in the specified local language of the applied Circle.
Age Limit: Not below 21 years and not above 30 years as on 31 December 2025 (i.e., born between 01.01.1996 and 31.12.2004). Relaxation applicable for reserved categories.
Post-wise Eligibility
| Post Name | Vacancy | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Circle Based Officer (Assistant Manager - JMGS I) | 2273 (2050 Regular + 223 Backlog) | Graduation with minimum 2 years of experience as an officer in a Scheduled Commercial Bank / RRB. Must be proficient in the local language of the applied Circle. |
Age Limit Relaxation
Exam Pattern
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The final merit list is prepared with a 75:25 weightage for Online Test and Interview marks, respectively. Separate merit lists are drawn for each Circle and category.
Complete Syllabus
Important Notes:
The descriptive test is administered immediately after the objective test. Candidates must type their answers. There is no penalty for wrong answers in the objective test. Detailed syllabus topics are available in the official notification.
How to Apply
- 1Visit the official SBI careers portal: https://sbi.bank.in/web/careers/current-openings.
- 2Find and carefully read the complete CBO notification (Advt. No. CRPD/CBO/2025-26/18).
- 3Click 'Apply Online' and register by providing basic details to generate credentials.
- 4Log in, fill the application form, and select your desired Circle carefully.
- 5Upload all required scanned documents (photograph, signature, educational certificates, experience proof, etc.) in the specified format and size.
- 6Pay the application fee online (₹750 for General/OBC/EWS; Nil for SC/ST/PwBD).
- 7Review and submit the form. Take a printout of the final application for your records.
Frequently Asked Questions
QWhat is the most critical eligibility criterion for SBI CBO?
Candidates must have a minimum of 2 years of full-time work experience (post-graduation) as an officer in any Scheduled Commercial Bank or Regional Rural Bank as of 31st December 2025. This experience will be rigorously verified during the screening stage.
QCan I apply for more than one circle?
No. A candidate can apply for vacancies in one Circle only. The application for one Circle will make you ineligible for any other Circle. Your posting, if selected, will be strictly within that Circle.
QIs knowledge of the local language mandatory?
Yes. Candidates must be proficient (read, write, speak) in any one of the specified local languages for the Circle they apply to. A language proficiency test will be conducted for provisionally selected candidates before joining. Those with 10th/12th marksheets proving study of the language are exempt from this test.
QWhat is the age limit for general category candidates?
Candidates must be between 21 and 30 years of age as of 31st December 2025. This means they must have been born between 1st January 1996 and 31st December 2004 (both dates inclusive). Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories as per government norms.
QWhat is the structure of the online examination?
The online exam has two parts: 1) A 2-hour Objective Test (120 marks) with four timed sections (English, Banking, GA/Economy, Computer). 2) A 30-minute Descriptive Test (50 marks) in English involving letter and essay writing.