SBI CBO Recruitment 2025: Join India’s Largest Bank with 2964 Officer Posts!

Ready to elevate your banking career? The State Bank of India (SBI) invites online applications for 2964 Circle Based Officer (CBO) posts on a regular basis across its circles nationwide. This is your chance to join a prestigious institution, serving diverse communities while driving financial inclusion in states like Assam, Gujarat, and the Northeast!

Crafted from the official SBI notification (Advertisement No. CRPD/CBO/2025-26/03, dated 09/05/2025, corrigendum for reopened registration 21/06/2025–30/06/2025) and reliable sources (e.g.,,,,), this post delivers accurate, engaging, and scannable details in a clean format with tables and bullet points. Apply online by June 30, 2025, and seize this golden opportunity

🔹 Job Description

SBI seeks experienced banking professionals for 2964 Circle Based Officer (CBO) roles to manage operations in its regional circles. As a CBO, you’ll drive banking services, customer engagement, and operational excellence in your assigned state/circle, with proficiency in the local language being key.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Oversee branch operations, loan processing, and customer service.
  • Ensure compliance with banking regulations and SBI policies.
  • Promote financial products and drive business growth in the circle.
  • Engage with local communities, leveraging language proficiency.
  • Support digital banking initiatives and operational efficiency.

Ideal for graduates with banking experience seeking career growth in India’s premier bank.

🔹 Recruitment Board

State Bank of India (SBI)
India’s largest public sector bank, SBI is a Fortune Global 500 company, serving millions with a vast network of branches and ATMs. Renowned for its commitment to financial inclusion and innovation, SBI offers a prestigious career platform with robust growth opportunities and a dynamic work environment.

🔹 Application Period & Last Date

  • Post Date: May 9, 2025
  • Initial Application Period: May 9, 2025 – May 29, 2025
  • Reopened Registration: June 21, 2025 – June 30, 2025 (11:59 PM)
  • Application Mode: Online via SBI’s official website (www.sbi.co.in or ibpsonline.ibps.in/sbicboapr25).
  • Tentative Exam Date: July 2025 (call letters released July/August 2025).

Note: Reopened registration accommodates candidates from Arunachal Pradesh and Nagaland for the Northeast Circle (English as a local language option). Apply before the deadline to avoid technical glitches.,

🔹 Post Names

  • Circle Based Officer (CBO)

🔹 Educational Qualification

  • Essential:
    • Qualification: Graduation in any discipline from a recognized university or equivalent (e.g., Medical, Engineering, Chartered Accountant, Cost Accountant, Integrated Dual Degree).
    • Experience: Minimum 2 years as an officer in a Scheduled Commercial Bank or Regional Rural Bank (RRB) as of April 30, 2025.
    • Local Language Proficiency: Proficient in reading, writing, and speaking the specified local language of the applied circle/state (e.g., Assamese for Assam, Gujarati for Gujarat). Proof required via 10th/12th marksheet/certificate showing the language as a subject.
  • Desirable: Prior experience in loan processing or branch operations.

Note: Candidates must provide a certified job profile from their employer. For Northeast Circle (Nagaland/Arunachal Pradesh), English studied in 10th/12th is acceptable.,

🔹 Total Vacancies

CategoryRegular VacanciesBacklog VacanciesTotal
UR10821141196
EWS25827285
OBC69981780
SC38754441
ST17488262
Total26003642964

Circle-Wise Breakdown (Sample):

CircleTotal VacanciesLocal Language
Ahmedabad (Gujarat)246Gujarati
Guwahati (Assam/NE)250Assamese/English
Bhopal204Hindi
Chennai188Tamil
Full List2964Varies by circle

Note: Vacancies are distributed across circles; candidates apply for one circle only. Full details in the notification.,

🔹 Application Fees

  • General/EWS/OBC: ₹750 (non-refundable).
  • SC/ST/PwBD: Nil.
  • Payment Mode: Online via Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, or UPI.

Note: Ensure payment is completed during registration; processing charges are borne by the applicant.

🔹 Age Limit

  • Age Range: 21–30 years as of April 30, 2025 (born between May 1, 1995, and April 30, 2004, inclusive).
  • Relaxations:
    • SC/ST: 5 years (born not earlier than May 1, 1990).
    • OBC-NCL: 3 years (born not earlier than May 1, 1992).
    • PwBD (UR): 10 years.
    • PwBD (OBC): 13 years.
    • PwBD (SC/ST): 15 years.
    • Ex-Servicemen: 5 years.

Note: Age is calculated as on April 30, 2025; relaxations as per government norms.,

🔹 Salary / Stipend

  • Pay Scale: Junior Management Grade Scale-I (JMGS-I): ₹48,480–₹85,920 (₹48,480-2000/7-62,480-2340/2-67,160-2680/7-85,920).
  • Starting Basic Pay: ₹48,480 + 2 advance increments for 2+ years’ experience.
  • Allowances:
    • Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA)/Lease Rental.
    • City Compensatory Allowance (CCA), Medical Benefits.
    • Provident Fund, New Pension Scheme (NPS), Leave Fare Concession (LFC).
  • Approximate CTC: ₹12–15 Lakh p.a. (varies by location).

Note: Perks and increments as per SBI rules; no inter-circle transfer until promotion to SMGS-IV or 12 years of service.,

🔹 How to Apply

Follow these step-by-step instructions:

  1. Visit Website: Go to www.sbi.co.in or ibpsonline.ibps.in/sbicboapr25/.
  2. Find Advertisement: Navigate to “Careers” > “Current Openings” > “Recruitment of Circle Based Officers (CRPD/ CBO/2025-26/03).”
  3. Register Online: Provide a valid email ID and mobile number; verify via OTP.
  4. Fill Application: Enter personal, educational, and experience details, and select one circle/state.
  5. Upload Documents (per Annexure-II):
    • Passport-size photo (4.5×3.5 cm, 100–200 KB, .jpg).
    • Signature (100–150 KB, .jpg).
    • Left thumb impression, handwritten declaration.
    • ID proof, 10th/12th marksheet (language proof), degree certificate, experience certificate, Form-16, recent salary slip, resume, job profile.
  6. Pay Fee: ₹1000 for General/EWS/OBC via online payment gateway.
  7. Submit: Review and submit by June 30, 2025 (11:59 PM IST); save/print e-receipt and application form.

Helpdesk: For issues, call 022-2282-0427 (11 AM–5 PM, working days) or email http://cgrs.ibps.in/.

Note: No corrections post-submission; apply for one circle.,

🔹 Selection Process

  • Online Examination (Tentative: July 2025):
    • Objective Test (2 hours, 120 marks):
      • English Language: 30 questions, 30 marks (30 min).
      • Banking Knowledge: 40 questions, 40 marks (40 min).
      • General Awareness/Economy: 30 questions, 30 min (30 marks).
      • Computer Aptitude: 20 questions, 20 marks (20 min).
    • Descriptive Test (30 min, 50 marks): Test of English Language (1 essay, 25 marks; 1 letter, 25 marks).
    • Note: No negative marking; descriptive test follows objective test immediately.
  • Screening: Applications reviewed by a committee; shortlisted candidates notified via email.
  • Interview: (50 marks, minimum qualifying marks required).
  • Local Language Proficiency: Assessed via test (if not proven via 10th/12th marksheet standard).
  • Final Merit List: Based solely on interview scores, subject to qualifying in online test and language proficiency.

Note: Exam centres across India; admit cards released in July/August 2025. Local language test is mandatory unless exempted.,

🔹 Additional Details

  • Job Locations: Assigned circle (e.g., Ahmedabad, Guwahati, Bhopal); no inter-circle transfer until SMGS-IV promotion or 12 years of service.
  • Tenure: Permanent, subject to probation (1 year).
  • Document Requirements:
    • Photo, signature, thumb impression, declaration.
    • Educational/experience certificates, language proof, job profile, Form-16, salary slip.
  • Special Note: Northeast Circle candidates (Nagaland/Arunachal Pradesh) can use English proficiency (10th/12th) as a local language option.
  • Result: Published on www.sbi.co.in as a merit list post-selection.
  • Contact: Email http://cgrs.ibps.in/ or call 022-2282-0427 for queries.

Note: Candidates must read the official notification for exact eligibility and procedural details.

🔹 Important Links

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Important Note: Please refer to the official notification on www.sbi.co.in before applying.