Applications are submitted at sbi.co.in/careers. The window typically remains open for 21 days. SBI does not use a One-Time Registration system; a fresh registration is required for each SBI recruitment cycle.
Step-by-Step Application
- Step 1 – New Registration: sbi.co.in/careers → 'Recruitment of Probationary Officers 2026' → 'Click here to apply online' → New Registration → Enter Name, DOB, Email, Mobile → Note Provisional Registration Number and Password.
- Step 2 – Fill Application: Login → Complete personal details, educational qualification, category, disability status → Select state preference for posting.
- Step 3 – Upload Documents: Upload photograph (20–50 KB, JPG), signature (10–20 KB, JPG), left thumb impression (20–50 KB, JPG), and handwritten declaration as per SBI specifications.
- Step 4 – Fee Payment: ₹750 (General/OBC/EWS) via Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card, or UPI. SC/ST/PwD are fee-exempted.
- Step 5 – Submit & Print: Review → Submit → Download and print e-receipt.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹750 |
| SC / ST / PwD | ₹0 (Exempted) |
Key Tips
- Use a valid email ID and mobile number that remain active throughout the selection process
- SBI generally does not provide a correction window – apply carefully
- Photograph must be recent (within 3 months); SBI rejects blurry or mismatched photographs at the call letter stage