SBI CBO Recruitment 2025: The State Bank of India (SBI) has released the official notification for the recruitment of Circle Based Officers (CBO) under Advertisement No. CRPD/CBO/2025-26/03. The SBI CBO Recruitment 2025 Notification has been issued on 9 May 2025, and the online application process is active from 9 May 2025 to 29 May 2025.
Interested and eligible candidates can apply for SBI CBO 2025 through the official website of the State Bank of India at bank.sbi.
SBI CBO Recruitment 2025 Vacancy Details
The recruitment drive is being conducted to fill a total of 2964 Circle Based Officer (CBO) posts across various circles in India. The selected candidates will be posted in the circle for which they apply and will not be eligible for inter-circle transfers until 12 years or promotion to SMGS-IV grade.
| Post Name | Total Vacancies | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|
| Circle Based Officer | 2964 | ₹48,480 – ₹85,920 with two advance increments in JMGS-I |
SBI CBO Eligibility Criteria 2025
Candidates must fulfill the following eligibility criteria as on 30 April 2025:
Educational Qualification & Experience
Education: Graduation in any discipline from a recognized university or equivalent qualification.
Experience: Minimum 2 years of experience as an officer in any Scheduled Commercial Bank or Regional Rural Bank.
Age Limit
| Category | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| General | 21 to 30 years |
| SC/ST | 5 years relaxation |
| OBC (NCL) | 3 years relaxation |
| PwBD (General/EWS) | 10 years relaxation |
| PwBD (OBC) | 13 years relaxation |
| PwBD (SC/ST) | 15 years relaxation |
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SBI CBO Application Fee 2025
The category-wise application fees are as follows:
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General/EWS/OBC | ₹750/- |
| SC/ST/PwBD | Nil |
Note: The fee is non-refundable and must be paid online.
SBI CBO 2025 Selection Process
The selection process for SBI Circle Based Officer Recruitment 2025 includes:
Online Test:
- Objective Test: 120 marks
- Descriptive Test: 50 marks
Screening of Documents
Interview (50 marks)
Local Language Proficiency Test
Final selection will be based on the combined marks of the Online Test and Interview with a 75:25 weightage ratio.
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How to Apply for SBI CBO 2025?
Eligible candidates can apply online by following these steps:
- Visit https://bank.sbi/web/careers/current-openings.
- Click on the advertisement CRPD/CBO/2025-26/03.
- Select “Apply Online” and then click on “New Registration”.
- Fill in your personal and academic details.
- Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, thumb impression, handwritten declaration, and other required documents.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Submit and download a copy of the application form for future reference.
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Important Dates for SBI CBO Recruitment 2025
Here is the official schedule for SBI CBO 2025:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 9 May 2025 |
| Online Application Start Date | 9 May 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 29 May 2025 |
| Online Fee Payment Dates | 9 to 29 May 2025 |
| Admit Card Release (Tentative) | July 2025 |
| Online Exam Date (Tentative) | July 2025 |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. What is the last date to apply for SBI CBO 2025?
Ans. The last date to submit the online application is 29 May 2025.
Q2. What is the application fee for the SBI CBO Exam?
Ans. The fee is ₹750/- for General/OBC/EWS, and Nil for SC/ST/PwBD candidates.
Q3. What is the minimum experience required for SBI CBO 2025?
Ans. A minimum of 2 years of officer-level experience in a Scheduled Commercial Bank or RRB is mandatory.
Q4. Is there any sectional cutoff in the SBI CBO Online Test?
Ans. No, there are no sectional qualifying marks, only overall aggregate qualifying criteria.
Q5. Can a candidate apply for multiple circles in SBI CBO?
Ans. No, a candidate can apply for only one Circle, and selection will be considered only for that Circle.
SBI CBO Eligibility Criteria 2025
To apply for the SBI Circle Based Officer post, candidates must meet four essential eligibility criteria: educational qualification, age limit, experience, and local language proficiency.
1. Educational Qualification
- Graduation in any discipline from a recognized university or an equivalent qualification recognized by the Central Government.
- Integrated Dual Degree (IDD) holders are eligible.
- Candidates with professional qualifications such as Medical, Engineering, Chartered Accountant, and Cost Accountant are also eligible.
2. Age Limit (as on 30th April 2025)
- Minimum Age: 21 years
- Maximum Age: 30 years
- Candidates must have been born between 1st May 1995 and 30th April 2004 (both dates inclusive).
Age Relaxation:
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 years |
| PwBD (General/EWS) | 10 years |
| PwBD (OBC) | 13 years |
| PwBD (SC/ST) | 15 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | 5 years |
3. Work Experience (as on 30th April 2025)
- Minimum 2 years of experience as an officer in any Scheduled Commercial Bank or Regional Rural Bank listed in the Second Schedule of the RBI.
- Job profile must align substantially with that of a Scale-I Generalist Officer in SBI.
- Candidates must produce experience certificates and job profile documents certified by current/previous employers.
4. Local Language Proficiency
- Candidates must be proficient (reading, writing, and speaking) in any one of the specified local languages of the Circle they apply for.
- Candidates must pass a local language test unless they provide proof of having studied the language in 10th or 12th grade.
SBI Circle Based Officers (CBO) Selection Process 2025
The selection process for SBI CBO comprises four stages:
1. Online Written Test
- The exam is divided into Objective and Descriptive tests.
A. Objective Test (120 Marks – 2 Hours)
| Section | No. of Questions | Max Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| English Language | 30 | 30 | 30 mins |
| Banking Knowledge | 40 | 40 | 40 mins |
| General Awareness/Economy | 30 | 30 | 30 mins |
| Computer Aptitude | 20 | 20 | 20 mins |
| Total | 120 | 120 | 2 hrs |
B. Descriptive Test (50 Marks – 30 Minutes)
2 Questions (Essay and Letter Writing in English)
No negative marking for incorrect answers.
2. Screening
- Applications and documents of candidates who qualify in the online exam will be reviewed.
- A Screening Committee will match job profiles with SBI’s Scale-I Generalist role.
- Candidates not meeting the experience criteria will be disqualified, regardless of their test scores.
3. Interview (50 Marks)
- Shortlisted candidates (about three times the number of vacancies) will be called for an interview.
- Minimum qualifying marks will be decided by SBI.
4. Local Language Test
- Only for provisionally selected candidates.
- Exemption is granted to those who studied the specified language in 10th or 12th grade.
Final Selection
- Candidates must qualify both the Online Test and Interview separately.
- Final merit list will be prepared by giving 75% weightage to the Online Test (converted from 170 marks to 75 marks) and 25% weightage to the Interview (out of 50 marks, converted to 25).
- Selection will be made Circle-wise and Category-wise from the top-ranked candidates.