SBI CBO Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 2273 Circle Based Officer Posts
The State Bank of India (SBI) has officially announced the Circle Based Officer (CBO) Recruitment 2026, inviting eligible candidates to apply online for a total of 2,273 vacancies. This prestigious government banking job offers excellent career opportunities across various circles all over India with competitive salaries and benefits.
The recruitment drive is aimed at hiring Circle Based Officers who will be responsible for handling branch operations, customer relations, and business growth in their respective circles.
??? Eligibility Criteria
To apply for SBI CBO Recruitment 2026, candidates must meet the following criteria:
Minimum 2 years’ experience as an officer in any Scheduled Commercial Bank or Regional Rural Bank (RRB) as of 31.12.2025.
Age Limit:
Minimum Age: 21 years
Maximum Age: 30 years
Age Relaxation as per government norms for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD candidates.
Candidates must also possess local language proficiency of the circle they apply to.
? Vacancy Breakdown & Circle Details
The 2,273 vacancies are distributed across various SBI circles nationwide, with posts in states like Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, West Bengal, Delhi, and many more. Each circle has a specific local language requirement for applicants.
Some major circle allocations include:
Bengaluru – Kannada
Chennai – Tamil
Gandhinagar – Gujarati
Kolkata – Bengali/Nepali/Hindi
Mumbai Metro – Marathi/Konkani
Lucknow – Hindi/Urdu (…and others across India)
Candidates can apply for only one circle, and selection will be based on merit within that circle.
? Salary & Benefits
Selected Circle Based Officers will be placed in the Junior Management Grade Scale-I (JMGS-I) with a starting basic pay of ?48,480 per month, along with allowances such as Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), City Compensatory Allowance (CCA), Provident Fund (PF), and other benefits.
This attractive pay package makes SBI CBO jobs one of the most sought-after officer level positions in the Indian banking sector.
? Important Dates & Application Process
Event
Date
Online Application Starts
29 January 2026
Last Date to Apply Online
25 February 2026(extended)
Tentative Online Exam
March 2026
Call Letter Download
March 2026(Tentative)
How to Apply: ? Visit the official SBI careers portal: https://sbi.bank.in/web/careers/current-openings ? Register with a valid email ID and mobile number. ? Fill in the application form correctly and upload required documents. ? Pay the application fee online (if applicable). ? Submit and print the confirmation for future reference.
The application fee for General / OBC / EWS candidates is applicable (e.g., ?750), while SC/ST/PwBD candidates are typically exempted.
? Selection Process
The selection for SBI CBO 2026 generally includes:
Online Examination – Objective test covering Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning, English, and Banking Awareness (tentative).
Screening & Interview – Shortlisted candidates will be called for further assessment.
Language Proficiency Test (LPT) – Local language assessment for the applied circle.
Final merit lists are prepared circle-wise and category-wise based on performance and eligibility.
? Why SBI CBO Jobs are Highly Sought After
Nationwide postings with circle-based stability.
Competitive salary and perks from India’s largest public sector bank.
Career progression prospects within SBI’s officer cadre.
Opportunity to serve in a government bank with strong reputation.
The SBI CBO Recruitment 2026 notification for 2,273 posts presents an excellent opportunity for graduates with banking experience to step into a secure, rewarding career with the State Bank of India. With the extended deadline till 25 February 2026, aspirants still have time to apply online, prepare for the selection stages, and aim for success in this prestigious recruitment drive.
