State Bank of India (SBI), recognized as the "Best Bank in India" for 2024 by Global Finance, has announced its recruitment drive for Circle Based Officers (CBO) for the year 2025. This is a golden opportunity for eligible Indian citizens to join one of the most trusted banks globally. The recruitment process is open for online applications from May 9, 2025, to May 29, 2025. Read on to explore the important dates, eligibility criteria, application process, and more.
Key Recruitment Schedule
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Registration & Payment of Fees | May 9, 2025 - May 29, 2025 |
| Download of Call Letter for Online Test | July 2025 (Tentative) |
| Online Test | July 2025 (Tentative) |
Who Can Apply?
Candidates must ensure they meet the eligibility criteria as of the specified date. Key points include:
- Citizenship: Only Indian citizens are eligible.
- Posting: Selected candidates will be posted in the applied Circle only.
- Ineligibility:
- Candidates working with subsidiaries of Scheduled Commercial Banks.
- SBI employees in clerical or supervisory cadre, or those engaged on contract basis.
- Candidates who resigned from officer grade in SBI/Associate Banks or were previously engaged on contract and exited.
- Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD): Reservation is horizontal, and candidates must submit a disability certificate issued by a competent authority to avail benefits.
Steps to Apply Online
Follow these steps to apply for the SBI Circle Based Officer position:
- Visit the official SBI careers page at https://bank.sbi/web/careers/current-openings.
- Scroll down and locate the advertisement for CRPD/CBO/2025-26/03.
- Download and carefully read the detailed advertisement.
- Click on the "Apply Online" link and complete the registration process.
- Pay the application fee online before the deadline (May 29, 2025).
- Review your application thoroughly, as corrections are not allowed after final submission.
Note: The registration is complete only after the fee is deposited. Regularly check the SBI website for updates, as no separate notifications will be issued.
Four-Phase Recruitment
The selection process for SBI CBO 2025 consists of the following phases:
- Online Examination: Tentatively scheduled for July 2025.
- Screening: Shortlisting based on exam performance.
- Interview: Personal interview to assess suitability.
- Document Verification: Final verification of credentials.
Candidates must prepare thoroughly for each phase to secure a position.
Scribe and Compensatory Time
Candidates with a disability of 40% or more can opt for a scribe, subject to the following guidelines:
- Indicate the need for a scribe in the online application form.
- Provide an undertaking with a passport-size photograph of the scribe during the exam.
- Eligible candidates will receive compensatory time, whether using a scribe or not.
- Candidates must arrange their own scribe at their own cost.
Scanning and Uploading Guidelines
Candidates must upload the following documents in the specified formats:
| Document | Format |
|---|---|
| Photograph (4.5 cm x 3.5 cm, recent passport-style) | JPG/JPEG |
| Signature | JPG/JPEG |
| Handwritten Declaration | JPG/JPEG |
| ID Proof | |
| Proof of Date of Birth | |
| Brief Resume | |
| Educational Certificates | |
| Experience Certificate/Appointment Letter |
Note: Ensure photographs and signatures meet the specified requirements to proceed with the application.
Non-Creamy Layer Declaration
Candidates seeking OBC reservation must submit a declaration stating they do not belong to the creamy layer. An OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) certificate, valid from April 1, 2025, to the date of the interview, must be provided if called for an interview.