SBI CBO 2025 Notification Out – Apply Online for 5000+ Circle Based Officer Posts
Posted on May 15, 2025 by Priti Kumari
The State Bank of India (SBI) has officially released the SBI CBO 2025 Notification for the recruitment of Circle Based Officers (CBO) across various circles in India. This is a golden opportunity for banking aspirants seeking a stable and prestigious job in the public sector. A total of 5000+ vacancies have been announced, and the online application process has started on the official SBI website – sbi.co.in.
Below is the complete breakdown of the notification including important dates, eligibility, selection process, salary, exam pattern, and more.
🔔 SBI CBO 2025: Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization Name | State Bank of India (SBI) |
| Post Name | Circle Based Officer (CBO) |
| Vacancies | 5000+ |
| Advertisement No. | CRPD/CBO/2025-26/01 |
| Job Location | Across India (Circle-wise) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Selection Process | Online Test + Interview |
| Official Website | sbi.co.in |
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 15 May 2025 |
| Starting Date to Apply Online | 17 May 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 7 June 2025 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 7 June 2025 |
| Admit Card Release | June/July 2025 (Tentative) |
| Exam Date | July 2025 (Tentative) |
| Result Declaration | To be announced |
📝 SBI CBO Vacancy 2025 Circle-Wise
The SBI CBO 2025 vacancies are distributed across different SBI circles and states. Here’s an expected breakup:
| Circle Name | State/UT Covered | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Ahmedabad Circle | Gujarat | 400 |
| Bengaluru Circle | Karnataka | 380 |
| Bhopal Circle | MP, Chhattisgarh | 420 |
| Chennai Circle | Tamil Nadu, Puducherry | 390 |
| Hyderabad Circle | Telangana | 370 |
| Jaipur Circle | Rajasthan | 350 |
| Kolkata Circle | West Bengal, A&N Islands, Sikkim | 440 |
| Lucknow Circle | Uttar Pradesh | 430 |
| Maharashtra Circle | Maharashtra, Goa | 460 |
| Delhi Circle | Delhi, NCR | 400 |
| Others | Multiple states | 560+ |
Exact vacancies will be confirmed in the official notification PDF.
🎓 SBI CBO 2025 Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification:
- Graduation in any discipline from a recognized university or any equivalent qualification recognized by the Central Government.
- Candidates must possess a valid Graduation Degree as of the last date of application.
Experience:
- Minimum 2 years of experience as an officer in a scheduled commercial bank or a regional rural bank as on the notification date.
Age Limit (as on 01 May 2025):
- Minimum Age: 21 years
- Maximum Age: 30 years
(Candidates must have been born between 02 May 1995 and 01 May 2004, both dates inclusive)
Age Relaxation:
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy) | 3 years |
| PwBD (Gen) | 10 years |
| PwBD (OBC) | 13 years |
| PwBD (SC/ST) | 15 years |
💼 SBI CBO 2025 Job Profile
The Circle Based Officers (CBO) will be responsible for:
- Handling banking operations such as loans, credit, customer service, and branch management.
- Ensuring growth and development of the branch.
- Working in their chosen circle without transfer outside the circle for a minimum of 5 years.
💰 SBI CBO 2025 Salary Structure
- Basic Pay: ₹36,000/- (on JMGS-I scale)
- Pay Scale: ₹36,000 – ₹63,840
- Other Allowances: DA, HRA, CCA, Medical, PF, Contributory Pension, etc.
- Gross Salary (Approx.): ₹52,000 to ₹55,000 per month (depending on location)
🧪 Selection Process
The selection for SBI CBO 2025 will be based on:
- Online Written Test
- Screening
- Interview
1. Online Test Pattern:
| Section | No. of Questions | Max Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 hours |
2. Descriptive Test:
- Letter Writing & Essay Writing
- 2 Questions – 50 Marks – 30 minutes
3. Interview:
- Candidates shortlisted based on performance in the online test will be called for an interview round.
- Total Marks: 50
Final selection will be based on performance in the Online Test + Interview.
🧾 Application Fee
| Category | Fees |
|---|---|
| General/OBC/EWS | ₹750/- |
| SC/ST/PwBD | NIL |
Payment mode: Online only via Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking.
📲 How to Apply for SBI CBO 2025
Follow the steps below to apply online:
- Visit the official SBI career portal: https://bank.sbi/web/careers
- Click on “Join SBI” → “Current Openings”.
- Select CBO Recruitment 2025 and click on Apply Online.
- Complete the registration with basic details.
- Fill the application form, upload documents, and pay the fee.
- Submit and download the application confirmation.
📄 Documents Required
- Recent passport-size photograph
- Signature & thumb impression (scanned)
- Educational certificates (10th/12th/Graduation)
- Experience certificate from current employer
- ID proof (Aadhar, PAN, etc.)
📘 Important Links
| Particulars | Link |
|---|---|
| SBI CBO 2025 Notification PDF | Download Here (To be updated) |
| Apply Online | Apply Now |
| SBI Official Website | www.sbi.co.in |