SBI Bank CBO Recruitment 2025
State Bank of India (SBI) has released the official notification for the Circle Based Officers (CBO) recruitment process under Advertisement No. CRPD/CBO/2025-26/03. This nationwide recruitment drive offers a total of 2,964 vacancies, making it a great opportunity for banking professionals with prior experience in officer-level roles.
The online application process begins on May 9, 2025, and will close on May 29, 2025. Selection will be made through an Online Test, followed by Screening, Interview, and Local Language Test. Candidates can apply for vacancies in one circle only and must be proficient in the local language of the selected circle.
SBI Bank CBO Recruitment 2025 Overview
| Organization | State Bank of India (SBI) |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Circle Based Officer (CBO) |
| Advertisement No. | CRPD/CBO/2025-26/03 |
| Total Vacancies | Regular: 2,560 + Backlog: 344 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Posting Location | Selected Circle Only |
| Salary | Starting Basic Pay: ₹48,480 + 2 advance increments |
| Official Website | bank.sbi |
SBI Bank CBO Recruitment 2025 Important Dates
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| May 9, 2025 | Start Date of Online Application |
| May 29, 2025 | Last Date to Apply Online |
| Tentative July | Online Test (Tentative) |
| July 2025 | Admit Card Download |
SBI Bank CBO Recruitment 2025 Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General/Online Candidates | ₹750/- |
| SC/ST/PwBD | Exempted |
SBI Bank CBO Vacancies & Qualification
| Post Name | Vacancies | Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Circle Based Officer (CBO) | (Regular 2,560) + (Backlog 344) | |
| Requirements | Graduate + Minimum 2 years’ experience in an officer-level role at any Scheduled Commercial Bank or Regional Rural Bank. |
SBI Bank CBO Recruitment 2025 Age Limit
Candidates must be between 21 to 30 years as of April 30, 2025 (born between May 1, 1995, and April 30, 2004, inclusive). Age relaxation includes:
- SC/ST: 5 years
- OBC (Non-Christians): 3 years
- PwBD: 10-15 years (depending on category)
- Ex-Servicemen: 5 years
SBI Bank CBO Recruitment 2025 Selection Process
The selection process includes:
- Online Test
- Document Screening
- Interview
- Local Language Proficiency Test
Final selection will be based on combined performance in Online Test and Interview (ratio: 75:25). Local language test is mandatory (unless exempted through 10th/12th mark sheet).
Online Objective Test
| Section | No. of Questions | Marks | Time (minutes) |
|---|---|---|---|
| English Language | 30 | 30 | 30 |
| Banking Knowledge | 40 | 40 | 40 |
| General Awareness/Economy | 30 | 30 | 30 |
| Computer Aptitude | 20 | 20 | 20 |
| Total | Total Time: 2 hours |
Descriptive Test
| Duration | 30 minutes |
|---|---|
| Sections | Letter Writing and Essay (2 Questions) |
| Total Marks | 50 |
| Format | Answers to be typed on computer. |
| No. of Questions | 2 questions |
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How to Apply for SBI Bank CBO Recruitment 2025:
- Visit the official SBI Careers page: bank.sbi/web/careers/current-openings
- Click on ‘Apply Online’ under CBO Recruitment 2025
- Register using a valid email ID and phone number
- Fill the application form and upload required documents including:
- Photograph, Signature, Left Thumb Impression, Handwritten Declaration
- Proof of Education, Experience Certificates, and ID Proof
- Pay the application fee through online mode
- Submit the form and download the confirmation page
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