SBI PO 2025: Final Call as Window Closes Today, July 14 — 541 Vacancies, Exam Dates & Recruitment Insights

The State Bank of India (SBI) faces a crucial moment as today, July 14, 2025, marks the final deadline for online applications for the Probationary Officer (PO) Recruitment 2025. With 541 vacancies on offer, including 500 regular and 41 backlog positions, aspirants must swiftly complete their applications to seize this prestigious banking opportunity.

Final Hours: What You Need to Know

Application window: June 24 – July 14, 2025

Fee structure: ₹750 for General/OBC; SC/ST/PWD candidates are exempt

Live image & handwritten declaration upload mandatory

Editing feature: Applications can be modified up to three times before the final submission

Withdrawal option: Candidates may pull out their application before the deadline

Candidates should ensure they finalize all details, documents, photos, signatures, well before 11:59 PM IST today, as no corrections are allowed post-deadline .

Vacancy and Exam Schedule

Total posts: 541 | 500 General + 41 backlog

Age limit: 21–30 years as of April 1, 2025 (with relaxations for reserved categories)

Eligibility: Bachelor’s degree from a recognized institution

Exam pattern:

Phase I: Preliminary Exam – July/August 2025

Phase II: Main Exam – September 2025

Phase III: Psychometric test, Group Exercises & Interview – October/November 2025

How to Apply: Step-by-Step Guide

Visit SBI’s official portal → Careers → Current Openings

Click “Recruitment of Probationary Officers (CRPD/PO/2025‑26/04)”

Register with a valid email & mobile number

Fill in details and upload scanned photo, signature, thumb impression, handwritten declaration

Capture and upload a live image accurately

Pay the fee online via debit/credit card, net banking, or UPI

Review entries (up to 3 edits allowed), submit and print acknowledgment

Applications can be withdrawn before the deadline if needed

Candidates are strongly advised to print a copy of their submitted form by July 29, 2025, for future reference and document verification .

Post-Application Phase

Admit card for prelims expected in late July

Result declaration: Prelims – August/September; Mains – September/October; Final result – November/December

Final merit list will weigh Mains (75%) and Interview/GE (25%)

Last year, SBI hired 600 POs, with results and joining scheduled in June–July 2025. For 2025, roll numbers of selected candidates will be published in due course on sbi.co.in.

Career prestige: SBI PO roles are among the most sought-after positions in public sector banking

Comprehensive benefits: New POs begin with a monthly basic pay of around ₹48,480, plus numerous allowances and perks — housing, medical, travel, etc.

Growth opportunities: After two successful years, pay scales rise significantly with progressive promotions

This critical round of recruitment aligns with SBI’s broader strategy, including upcoming bond issuance (Basel III compliant) and strengthening capital through a board review scheduled for July 16, 2025.

SBI’s Big Picture: Bond Issuance & Interest-Rate Outlook

Bond issuance: SBI Board will convene on July 16, 2025, to approve capital-raising via Basel III bonds, a move seen as bolstering financial robustness for FY2026

Interest-rate environment: SBI MD Rama Mohan Rao Amara has hinted at a possible 25‑bps RBI repo rate cut later in 2025, aiming to stimulate economic growth — though lower rates might challenge deposit mobilization.

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