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| SBI PO Pre Result 2026 Out: Check Probationary Officer Preliminary Result for 1500 Posts |
SBI PO Pre Result 2026 Out: Check Probationary Officer Preliminary Result for 1500 Posts
State Bank of India (SBI) has released the SBI PO Prelims Result 2026 for the recruitment of Probationary Officers under Advertisement No. CRPD/PO/2026-27/09. The SBI PO Preliminary Examination was conducted in August 2026, and the preliminary result is now available through the official SBI Careers portal. Candidates who appeared for the examination can check the result and download the result PDF from the official website.
Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | State Bank of India (SBI) |
| Post Name | Probationary Officer (PO) |
| Advertisement No. | CRPD/PO/2026-27/09 |
| Total Vacancies | 1,500 |
| Recruitment Type | Regular Bank Recruitment |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 18 June 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 08 July 2026 |
| Preliminary Examination | August 2026 |
| Preliminary Result | Released |
| Main Examination | September 2026 (tentative) |
| Phase-III | Psychometric Test, Group Exercise & Personal Interview |
| Official Website | sbi.bank.in |
SBI's official recruitment page confirms that the preliminary examination result for Advertisement No. CRPD/PO/2026-27/09 has been announced. The Bank has also stated that the marks display utility is currently under process.
Important Dates
| Event | Date / Status |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start | 18 June 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 08 July 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 08 July 2026 |
| Pre-Examination Training | July 2026 |
| Preliminary Examination | August 2026 |
| Preliminary Result | Released |
| Main Examination | September 2026 (Tentative) |
| Main Examination Result | September / October 2026 (Tentative) |
| Phase-III | October / November 2026 (Tentative) |
| Final Result | November / December 2026 (Tentative) |
The original SBI notification gives the recruitment schedule as tentative. It specifies August 2026 for the Preliminary Examination, September 2026 for the Main Examination and October/November 2026 for the Phase-III process.
Vacancy & Eligibility
SBI PO Vacancy 2026
SBI advertised a total of 1,500 Probationary Officer vacancies, including regular and backlog vacancies. The vacancies are provisional and may vary according to the Bank's actual requirement.
| Category | Regular | Backlog | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| SC | 216 | 18 | 234 |
| ST | 108 | 36 | 144 |
| OBC | 390 | — | 390 |
| EWS | 144 | — | 144 |
| UR | 588 | — | 588 |
| Total | 1,446 | 54 | 1,500 |
Educational Qualification
Candidates must have a graduation degree in any discipline from a recognized university or an equivalent qualification recognized by the Central Government.
Candidates who were in the final year or semester of graduation were also permitted to apply provisionally, subject to producing proof of passing the graduation examination on or before 30 September 2026 if called for the interview. Candidates with qualifications such as Medical, Engineering, Chartered Accountancy and Cost Accountancy were also eligible.
Age Limit
The age limit was calculated as on 01 April 2026.
| Criteria | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 21 Years |
| Maximum Age | 30 Years |
| Eligible Date of Birth Range | 02 April 1996 to 01 April 2005, both days inclusive |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 Years relaxation |
| SC / ST | 5 Years relaxation |
| PwBD (UR/EWS) | 10 Years relaxation |
| PwBD (OBC) | 13 Years relaxation |
| PwBD (SC/ST) | 15 Years relaxation |
| Eligible Ex-Servicemen / specified military categories | 5 Years relaxation |
Age relaxation is subject to the conditions and documentary requirements specified by SBI in the recruitment notification. Cumulative age relaxation is not permitted under the applicable categories.
Salary / Pay Scale
The selected SBI Probationary Officers are appointed in Junior Management Grade Scale-I (JMGS-I). According to the official notification, the starting basic pay is ₹48,480 plus four advance increments.
| Salary Component | Official Details |
|---|---|
| Starting Basic Pay | ₹48,480 + 4 advance increments |
| Pay Scale | ₹48,480 - 2,000/7 - 62,480 - 2,340/2 - 67,160 - 2,680/7 - 85,920 |
| Grade | Junior Management Grade Scale-I |
| Allowances / Benefits | DA, HRA, CCA, PF, NPS, LFC, Medical Facility, Lease Rental Facility and other applicable benefits |
| Approx. Initial CTC at Mumbai Centre | ₹21.97 lakh |
The ₹21.97 lakh figure is the approximate initial CTC at the Mumbai Centre stated in the official notification; it should not be treated as monthly in-hand salary.
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| UR / EWS / OBC | ₹750 |
| SC / ST / PwBD | Nil |
The application fee was non-refundable. SBI accepted the fee through the online payment facility provided during the application process.
Selection Process
SBI PO Recruitment 2026 follows a three-phase selection process:
- Phase-I: Preliminary Examination
- Phase-II: Main Examination
- Phase-III: Psychometric Test, Group Exercise and Personal Interview
The Preliminary Examination is used for shortlisting candidates for the Main Examination. Preliminary marks are not added to the final merit list. The final selection is based on the normalized marks of the Main Examination and Phase-III.
Exam Pattern
Phase-I: Preliminary Examination
| Test | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| English Language | 40 | 100 Total | 20 Minutes |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 30 | 20 Minutes | |
| Reasoning Ability | 30 | 20 Minutes | |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 1 Hour |
SBI's notification states that there is no sectional cut-off in the Preliminary Examination. Approximately 10 times the number of vacancies in each category may be shortlisted for the Main Examination from the category-wise merit list.
Phase-II: Main Examination
| Test | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reasoning & Computer Aptitude | 40 | 60 | 50 Minutes |
| Data Analysis & Interpretation | 30 | 60 | 45 Minutes |
| General Awareness / Economy / Banking Knowledge | 60 | 60 | 45 Minutes |
| English Language | 40 | 20 | 40 Minutes |
| Objective Total | 170 | 200 | 3 Hours |
The Main Examination also includes a 30-mark Descriptive Paper with a duration of 30 minutes. It covers communication skills through email, situation analysis and either report writing or précis writing. The complete Main Examination carries 230 marks including the descriptive component.
Phase-III
| Component | Maximum Marks |
|---|---|
| Psychometric Test | Personality Profiling |
| Group Exercise | 20 |
| Personal Interview | 30 |
| Group Exercise + Interview | 50 |
For final merit, the Main Examination is normalized to 75 marks and Group Exercise & Interview are normalized to 25 marks, making the final merit total 100 marks.
Negative Marking
There is a penalty for wrong answers in the objective tests of both the Preliminary and Main Examinations. One-fourth of the marks assigned to a question is deducted for an incorrect answer. No penalty is applied when a question is left unanswered.
How to Check SBI PO Pre Result 2026
Candidates can check the SBI PO Preliminary Result through the official SBI Careers website by following these steps:
- Visit the official SBI Careers website.
- Open the recruitment section for Probationary Officers.
- Find Advertisement No. CRPD/PO/2026-27/09.
- Click the Preliminary Examination Result link.
- Open the result PDF or result page as directed by SBI.
- Search for your roll number in the result PDF where applicable.
- Download and save the result for future reference.
SBI's official Careers page currently lists the Preliminary Examination Result as available for this recruitment and separately notes that the marks display utility is under process.
Documents Required
For the next stages of the SBI PO recruitment process, candidates should carefully follow the documents specified in their official call letter and Acquaint Yourself Booklet. Depending on the stage, candidates may need the following:
- Preliminary Examination Call Letter, where applicable.
- Main Examination Call Letter.
- Original photo identity proof and its self-attested photocopy.
- Required educational qualification documents.
- Category certificate, wherever applicable.
- PwBD certificate, wherever applicable.
- Other documents specifically mentioned in the call letter.
SBI states that candidates called for the Main Examination must bring the duly authenticated original Preliminary Examination Call Letter with authenticated ID proof, along with the Main Examination Call Letter and other required documents.
Important Links
| Purpose | Official Link |
|---|---|
| SBI PO Preliminary Result 2026 | Click Here |
| SBI PO Recruitment / Current Openings | Click Here |
| SBI PO Official Notification | Download Notification |
| SBI Official Website | Visit Official Website |
Note: SBI's official recruitment page is the safest source for the result, marks, call letters and subsequent recruitment updates.
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FAQs
1. Is SBI PO Pre Result 2026 released?
Yes. SBI has officially announced the Preliminary Examination Result for Probationary Officer Recruitment 2026 under Advertisement No. CRPD/PO/2026-27/09.
2. How many vacancies are available in SBI PO Recruitment 2026?
There are 1,500 vacancies for the Probationary Officer post, including regular and backlog vacancies.
3. What is the SBI PO 2026 application number?
The recruitment was issued under Advertisement No. CRPD/PO/2026-27/09.
4. When was the SBI PO 2026 application form started?
The online application process started on 18 June 2026.
5. What was the last date to apply for SBI PO 2026?
The last date for online registration and fee payment was 08 July 2026.
6. What is the educational qualification for SBI PO?
A candidate must have a graduation degree in any discipline from a recognized university or an equivalent qualification recognized by the Central Government.
7. What is the SBI PO age limit?
The prescribed age was 21 to 30 years as on 01 April 2026, subject to applicable category-wise relaxation.
8. Are SBI PO Preliminary marks counted in the final merit list?
No. The marks obtained in the Preliminary Examination are used for shortlisting candidates for the Main Examination and are not added to the final merit list.
9. What happens after the SBI PO Preliminary Result?
Shortlisted candidates will proceed to the Main Examination. Candidates qualifying the Main Examination may then be called for Phase-III, consisting of Psychometric Test, Group Exercise and Personal Interview.
10. Where can I check the SBI PO result and future updates?
Candidates should use the official SBI Careers portal for the Preliminary Result, marks, call letters and subsequent recruitment announcements.
Final Words
The SBI PO Pre Result 2026 is now available for candidates who appeared in the Preliminary Examination. Candidates who qualify should keep checking the official SBI Careers website for the Main Examination call letter, examination schedule and further instructions. Since the marks display utility is currently under process, candidates should rely only on official SBI announcements for marks and subsequent stages of the recruitment process.
Disclaimer: This article is prepared for informational purposes. Candidates should verify the latest result, schedule, eligibility and recruitment instructions from the official SBI website before taking any action.
