2000 Golden Opportunities for Probationary Officers at State Bank of India

Position Overview:

State Bank of India is seeking applications from eligible Indian citizens to fill the position of Probationary Officer (PO). Successful candidates may be stationed anywhere in India.

Available Vacancies:

• Current Vacancies:
  • SC (Scheduled Castes): 300
  • ST (Scheduled Tribes): 150
  • OBC (Other Backward Classes): 540
  • EWS (Economically Weaker Section): 200
  • GEN (General Category): 810
  • Total: 2000
• Backlog Vacancies:
  • VI (Visually Impaired): 20
  • HI (Hearing Impaired): 20
  • LD (Locomotor Disability): 20
  • d & e: 20

Total Vacancies: 2036

Abbreviations: VI – Visually Impaired, HI – Hearing Impaired, LD – Locomotor Disability.

Please note that these vacancies are provisional and may vary according to the Bank’s requirements.

Eligibility Criteria:

1. Academic Qualifications:
   • Graduation in any discipline from a recognized University or an equivalent qualification recognized by the Central Government. Candidates in their final year/semester are also eligible, provided they produce proof of graduation by 31.12.2023.
2. Age Limit:
   • Minimum: 21 years
   • Maximum: 30 years
   • As of 01.04.2023 (Candidates must have been born not later than 01.04.2002 and not earlier than 02.04.1993).

   Age Relaxation:

   • Scheduled Castes/ Scheduled Tribes: 5 Years
   • Other Backward Classes (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 Years
   • Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD): Varies based on category
   • Ex-Servicemen: 5 Years

Application Process:

1. Prospective candidates should thoroughly read the advertisement for detailed information on eligibility, registration, fee payment, issuance of call letters, examination process, and interview.
2. Applications must be submitted online through the official website: https://bank.sbi/careers/current-openings. Ensure the fee is deposited online on or before the last date (27.09.2023).

Selection Process:

1. The recruitment process comprises three phases:
   • Phase-I: Online Preliminary Examination
   • Phase-II: Online Main Examination
   • Phase-III: Psychometric Test, Interview & Group Exercises
2. Shortlisted candidates from each phase will proceed to the next.

Important Dates:

• Online registration (Editing/ Modification) of Application: 07.09.2023 to 27.09.2023
• Payment of Application Fee: 07.09.2023 to 27.09.2023
• Preliminary Examination Call Letter: 2nd Week of October 2023
• Preliminary Examination: November 2023
• Main Examination Call Letter: November / December 2023
• Main Examination: December 2023/ January 2024
• Final Result Declaration: February / March 2024

For further vacancy details, please refer to the official notification.

Note for Applicants:

1. OBC candidates under “Creamy Layer” should apply under the General category.
2. Ensure the OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) certificate is based on FY 2022-23 income, issued on/after April 01, 2023.
3. Reservation under the EWS category requires a valid “Income & Asset Certificate” for FY 2022-23.
4. Caste certificates for SC/ST candidates must be submitted during document verification if called for an interview.

Additional Information:

• Candidates with default in repayment to Banks or NBFCs, including credit card dues, are not eligible.
• Adverse reports on character & antecedents may disqualify applicants.

Disclaimer:

• EWS vacancies are tentative and subject to further directives of the Government. Appointment is provisional, subject to Income and asset certificate verification.

For more details and updates, visit https://bank.sbi/careers/current-openings.