SBI Officer Recruitment: SBI to Hire 3500 PO & Clerk by March 2026 — Check Eligibility & Selection Process
The State Bank of India (SBI) is gearing up for one of its largest recruitment drives for FY 2025–26, with plans to hire 3500+ Officers by March 2026. These positions include Probationary Officers (POs), Clerks (Junior Associates), Relationship Managers, and Specialist Cadre Officers (SCOs).
This massive recruitment push aligns with SBI’s strategy to strengthen its workforce amid rapid digital transformation, branch expansion, and rising customer transactions across India.
Candidates preparing for Bank Exams 2025-26 should consider this a golden opportunity to join India’s largest and most prestigious Public Sector Bank.
⭐ SBI Officer Recruitment 2025-26 – Overview
SBI has confirmed that it will recruit 3500+ officers across multiple departments by the end of March 2026. The recruitment process is expected to begin in November 2025, followed by written exams, interviews, and final appointments.
The hiring will focus on:
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Probationary Officers (PO)
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Junior Associates (Clerk)
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Specialist Cadre Officers (IT, Risk, Finance)
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Relationship Managers
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Local/Branch-Based Officers
This initiative is also part of SBI’s gender balance goal — the bank aims to achieve 30% women workforce by March 2026.
🚀 SBI to Hire 3500+ Officers in the Next 5 Months
SBI’s large-scale recruitment plan is driven by:
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Surge in digital transactions
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Opening of new branches
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Growing demand for tech-driven banking
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Need for skilled officers in customer service and compliance
Official notifications are expected on SBI’s career page:
👉 sbi.co.in/careers
Applications are likely to start in December 2025.
📌 SBI Officer Recruitment 2025-26: Expected Vacancy Details
Below is the estimated category-wise breakup of the 3500+ Officer Vacancies:
| Category | Approx. Vacancies | Notes |
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| Clerical Staff (Junior Associates) | 13,500 – 14,000 | For branch operations & customer service |
| Probationary Officers (PO) / Local Officers | ~3,000 | Officer-grade managerial roles |
| System Officers / Specialist Cadre (IT & Tech) | ~1,600 | For tech, cybersecurity & digital banking |
🎓 Eligibility Criteria for SBI Officer Recruitment
Eligibility may vary by post, but the general criteria include:
1. Nationality
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Must be a citizen of India.
2. Educational Qualification
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A Graduation degree from a recognized university.
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Final-year students can apply provisionally.
3. Age Limit
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PO: 21–30 years
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Clerk: 20–28 years
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(Upper age relaxation applicable as per category)
4. Experience
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Required only for Specialist Officer roles in fields such as:
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IT
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Cybersecurity
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Finance
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Risk
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5. Computer Knowledge
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Basic computer & digital banking awareness is essential.
6. Language Proficiency
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Must know the local language of the posting state.
📝 What Should SBI Aspirants Do Now? (Preparation Strategy)
Since SBI has already announced its plan to hire 3500+ officers, aspirants should begin preparation immediately:
✔ Start Early
Focus on:
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Quantitative Aptitude
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Reasoning Ability
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English
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General Awareness
✔ Solve Previous Year Papers
Analyze PO & Clerk papers from 2019–2024.
✔ Improve Digital Awareness
Expect questions on:
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UPI 2.0
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CBDC
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Cybersecurity
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FinTech trends
✔ Prepare for Interviews & GD (For PO)
Work on:
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Banking reforms
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Financial policies
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Economy & budget updates
✔ Stay Updated
Keep checking SBI's official career site for notifications.
✔ Attempt Mock Tests
Take at least:
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2 Full-Length Mocks per week
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Analyze errors for improvement
✔ Practice Descriptive Writing
Prepare essays & letters on banking and economy.
✔ Read Daily Current Affairs
Preferably:
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Economic Times
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Business Standard
❓ SBI Hiring 3500+ Officers – Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. When will SBI release the official notification?
Ans: Expected in December 2025, with online registration opening shortly after.
Q2. What posts are covered under the 3500+ Officer Recruitment?
Ans:
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Probationary Officers (POs)
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Junior Associates (Clerks)
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Specialist Cadre Officers (SCOs)
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Relationship Managers
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IT & Digital Banking Roles
