SBI Bank CBO Recruitment 2025: 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. This nationwide recruitment drive offers a total of 2,964 Vacancies, making it a great opportunity for banking professionals with prior experience in officer-level roles.
The online application process begins on 09 May 2025 and will close on 29 May 2025. Selection will be made through an Online Test, followed by Screening, Interview, and a Local Language Test. Candidates can apply for vacancies in one circle only, and they must be proficient in the local language of the selected circle.
SBI Bank CBO Recruitment 2025 Overview
| Organization | State Bank of India (SBI) |
| Post Name | Circle Based Officer (CBO) |
| Advertisement No. | CRPD/CBO/2025-26/03 |
| Total Vacancies | 2600 Regular + 364 Backlog Vacancies |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Posting Location | Selected Circle Only |
| Salary | Starting Basic Pay ₹48,480 + 2 advance increments |
| Official Website | bank.sbi |
SBI Bank CBO Recruitment 2025 Important Dates
| Start Date of Online Application | 09 May 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 29 May 2025 |
| Online Test (Tentative) | July 2025 |
| Admit Card Download | July 2025 (Tentative) |
SBI Bank CBO Recruitment 2025 Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General/OBC/EWS | ₹750/- |
| SC/ST/PwBD | Exempted (No Fee) |
SBI Bank CBO Vacancies & Qualification
| Post Name | Vacancies | Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Circle Based Officer (CBO) | (Regular 2600) + (Backlog 364) | Graduate + Minimum 2 years’ experience as an officer in any Scheduled Commercial Bank or Regional Rural Bank. |
SBI Bank CBO Recruitment 2025 Age Limit
Candidates must be between 21 to 30 years as of 30 April 2025 (i.e. born between 01 May 1995 and 30 April 2004, both inclusive).
Age Relaxation:
- SC/ST: 5 years
- OBC (NCL): 3 years
- PwBD: 10–15 years (depending on category)
- Ex-Servicemen: 5 years
SBI Bank CBO Recruitment 2025 Selection Process
The selection process includes:
- Online Test (Objective + Descriptive)
- Screening of Application & Documents
- Interview
- Local Language Proficiency Test
Final selection will be based on combined performance in the Online Test and Interview in 75:25 ratio. Local language test is mandatory (unless exempted through 10th/12th mark sheet).
SBI Bank CBO Exam Pattern
Online Objective Test
| Section | No. of Questions | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| English Language | 30 | 30 | 30 minutes |
| Banking Knowledge | 40 | 40 | 40 minutes |
| General Awareness / Economy | 30 | 30 | 30 minutes |
| Computer Aptitude | 20 | 20 | 20 minutes |
| Total | 120 | 120 | 2 hours |
Descriptive Test
- Duration: 30 minutes
- Sections: Letter Writing and Essay (2 Questions)
- Total Marks: 50
- Answers to be typed on computer.
No negative marking for wrong answers.
How to Apply for SBI Bank CBO Recruitment 2025
- Visit the official SBI Careers page: bank.sbi/web/careers/current-openings
- Click on “Apply Online” under CBO Recruitment 2025.
- Register using a valid email ID and phone number.
- Fill the application form and upload required documents including:
- Photograph, Signature, Left Thumb Impression, Handwritten Declaration
- Proof of Education, Experience Certificates, and ID Proof
- Pay the application fee through online mode.
- Submit the form and download the confirmation page.
SBI Bank CBO Recruitment 2025 Important Links
| Official Notification PDF | Notification |
| Apply Online (Link Activate Soon) | Apply Online |
| Official Website | SBI Bank |