SBI Circle Based Officer (CBO) Recruitment 2025: State Bank of India has released the official notification for the recruitment of Circle Based Officers (CBO) for the year 2025. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online from 09 May 2025 to 29 May 2025. This recruitment is being conducted under Advertisement Number CRPD/ CBO/ 2025-26/ 03.
The selected candidates will be posted in their applied Circle only and will not be entitled to inter-circle or foreign posting for up to 12 years or promotion to SMGS-IV, whichever is later. The online test is tentatively scheduled to be held in July 2025.
SBI Circle Based Officer (CBO) Notificaiton 2025 Overview
| Recruitment Organization | State Bank of India (SBI) |
| Post Name | Circle Based Officer (CBO) |
| Advt. No. | CRPD/ CBO/ 2025-26/03 |
| Total Vacancies | 2,600 (Regular) + 364 (Backlog) |
| Job Location | Circle-wise across India |
| Salary/ Pay Scale | Starting basic pay Rs. 48,480/- (with 2 advance increments) |
| Eligible for | Male and Female |
| Category | Bank Jobs |
| Official Website | bank.sbi/ web/ careers |
SBI Circle Based Officer Recruitment 2025 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | 09 May 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 29 May 2025 |
| Call Letter for Online Test | July 2025 (Tentative) |
| Online Examination Date | July 2025 (Tentative) |
SBI Circle Based Officer Recruitment 2025 Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹750/- |
| SC / ST / PwBD | Nil |
SBI Circle Based Officer Recruitment 2025 Vacancies, Eligibility, Qualification, Age Limit
There are a total of 2,964 vacancies (2,600 regular + 364 backlog) distributed across various Circles. Candidates can apply for only one Circle, and must be proficient in the local language of that Circle.
Educational Qualification:
Graduation in any discipline from a recognised university or equivalent qualification approved by the Central Government.
Experience:
Minimum 2 years experience as an officer in any Scheduled Commercial Bank or Regional Rural Bank as on 30.04.2025.
Age Limit (as on 30.04.2025):
21 to 30 years (Born between 01.05.1995 to 30.04.2004)
Age Relaxation:
- SC/ST: 5 years
- OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 years
- PwBD (Gen/EWS): 10 years, PwBD (OBC): 13 years, PwBD (SC/ST): 15 years
- Ex-Servicemen: 5 years
SBI Circle Based Officer Recruitment 2025 Selection Process
The selection process includes the following stages:
- Online Test
- Screening
- Interview
- Local Language Test
Candidates must qualify each stage. Final merit list will be prepared based on the marks in the Online Test and Interview with 75:25 weightage.
SBI Circle Based Officer Recruitment 2025 Exam Pattern
Online Test:
Objective Test (120 Marks – 2 Hours)
- English Language: 30 Questions – 30 Marks – 30 minutes
- Banking Knowledge: 40 Questions – 40 Marks – 40 minutes
- General Awareness/Economy: 30 Questions – 30 Marks – 30 minutes
- Computer Aptitude: 20 Questions – 20 Marks – 20 minutes
Descriptive Test (50 Marks – 30 minutes)
- English Language (Letter Writing & Essay)
There will be no penalty for wrong answers.
SBI Circle Based Officer Recruitment 2025 Important Links
FAQs
How to apply for SBI Bank CBO Vacancy 2025?
Apply Online From the website bank.sbi careers page
When the SBI Bank CBO Notification 2025 will be released?
SBI Bank CBO Notification has been released on 9 May 2025.
What is the last date to apply for SBI Bank CBO Vacancy 2025?
29 May 2025.