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 |
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