SBI PO 2025 Mains Exam Date Out: The State Bank of India (SBI) has officially announced the exam schedule for the recruitment of Probationary Officers (PO) 2025. The online application process started on 24 June 2025 and will continue till 14 July 2025. This recruitment drive is being carried out under Advertisement No. CRPD/PO/2025-26/04 to fill a total of 541 vacancies, which also include backlog posts.
Candidates selected under this recruitment can be posted anywhere across India. The selection process will be conducted in three stages – Preliminary Examination, Main Examination (including a Descriptive Test), followed by a Psychometric Test, Group Exercise, and Personal Interview.
This is a great opportunity for aspirants looking to build a career with India’s largest public sector bank. Interested candidates are advised to check the detailed eligibility criteria and apply only through the official SBI website: bank.sbi/careers.
This article covers everything you need to know: ✅ Result Link ✅ Exam Dates ✅ Eligibility ✅ Vacancy ✅ Exam Pattern ✅ Selection Process ✅ Official Notification
📌 SBI PO 2025 mains Highlights
| Event | Details |
|---|
| Organization | State Bank of India (SBI) |
| Post Name | Probationary Officer (PO) |
| Advertisement Number | CRPD/PO/2025-26/04 |
| Total Vacancies | 541 Posts (Including backlog) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | Anywhere in India |
| Selection Process | Prelims → Mains → Psychometric Test + GE/Interview |
| Official Website | bank.sbi/careers |
📅 Important Dates – SBI PO 2025 mains Exam Schedule
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Notification Release Date | 23 June 2025 |
| Online Registration Starts | 24 June 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 14 July 2025 |
| Prelims Admit Card | 3rd/4th week of July 2025 |
| SBI PO Prelims Exam Dates | 02, 04, 05 August 2025 |
| SBI PO Prelims Result Date | Released Now ✅ |
| SBI PO 2025 mains Exam Date | 13.09.2025 |
💰 Application Fee – SBI PO 2025
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹750/- |
| SC / ST / PwBD | NIL |
🔔 Note: Once paid, the fee is non-refundable.
📊 SBI PO 2025 Vacancy Details
Total 541 vacancies have been announced under different categories. Here’s the full breakdown:
| Category | Regular | Backlog | Total |
|---|
| SC | 75 | 5 | 80 |
| ST | 37 | 36 | 73 |
| OBC | 135 | — | 135 |
| EWS | 50 | — | 50 |
| UR | 203 | — | 203 |
| Total | 500 | 41 | 541 |
➕ PwBD Horizontal Reservation:
- 5 vacancies each for: VI, HI, LD, and d&e categories.
🎓 Eligibility Criteria for SBI PO 2025
✅ Educational Qualification (As on 30.09.2025)
- Must have a Graduation degree in any discipline from a recognized university.
- Final year students may apply provisionally but must produce proof by 30 September 2025.
- Candidates with CA, Engineering, Medical, or other professional qualifications are also eligible.
📆 Age Limit (As on 01.04.2025)
| Minimum Age | Maximum Age | Date of Birth Range |
|---|
| 21 years | 30 years | 02.04.1995 to 01.04.2004 |
🧾 Age Relaxation:
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|
| SC / ST | 5 years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy) | 3 years |
| PwBD (UR / EWS) | 10 years |
| PwBD (OBC) | 13 years |
| PwBD (SC / ST) | 15 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | 5 years |
📝 SBI PO 2025 Selection Process
The SBI PO Selection consists of 3 stages:
| Phase | Details |
|---|
| Phase I | Preliminary Exam (Qualifying) |
| Phase II | Main Exam (Objective + Descriptive) |
| Phase III | Psychometric Test + Group Exercise + Interview |
Final Merit List = Mains (75%) + Interview/GE (25%)
🔹 Prelims marks are not counted in final selection.
📘 SBI PO 2025 Exam Pattern
✳️ Preliminary Exam Pattern
| Section | Questions | Marks | Time |
|---|
| English Language | 30 | 30 | 20 minutes |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 35 | 35 | 20 minutes |
| Reasoning Ability | 35 | 35 | 20 minutes |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 1 hour |
🛑 Negative Marking: 0.25 for each wrong answer
🚫 No sectional cut-off
✳️ Main Examination Pattern
✅ Objective Test (3 Hours)
| Section | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|
| Reasoning & Computer Aptitude | 40 | 60 | 50 minutes |
| Data Analysis & Interpretation | 30 | 60 | 45 minutes |
| General/Banking/Economy Awareness | 60 | 60 | 45 minutes |
| English Language | 40 | 20 | 40 minutes |
| Total | 170 | 200 | 3 hours |
✅ Descriptive Test (30 minutes – 50 Marks)
- Compulsory: Email & Report Writing
- Optional (choose 1): Precis or Situation Analysis
📄 Test is conducted online after the objective test.
✳️ Final Phase: Group Exercise & Interview
| Component | Marks |
|---|
| Group Exercise | 20 |
| Interview | 30 |
| Total | 50 |
🧠 Includes Psychometric Test before GE/Interview.
🔗 SBI PO 2025 Mains Important Links
🧠 Preparation Tips for SBI PO Aspirants
- Start Mains preparation immediately after the prelims result.
- Focus on General Awareness, Data Interpretation, and Essay writing.
- Practice mock interviews and group discussions.
- Read daily newspapers and banking updates.
- Visit www.kdjobupdates.in for updates, study material, and tips.
✅ Conclusion
The SBI PO 2025 Prelims Result is out! If you’re aiming for a reputed banking job, this is your moment. With 541 vacancies and a competitive process, ensure your preparation is focused and consistent.
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