SBI PO Notification 2024: The State Bank of India (SBI) has officially released the notification for SBI Probationary Officers (PO) recruitment 2024. The much-awaited announcement was made on December 26, 2024, and candidates can now access the detailed notification on SBI’s official website.
The application process for SBI PO 2024 will begin on December 27, 2024, and remain open until January 16, 2025. Graduates from any discipline are eligible to apply. Final-year students may also apply provisionally, provided they can furnish proof of graduation by April 30, 2025.
Important Dates for SBI PO 2024
- Application Form Availability: December 27, 2024, to January 16, 2025
- Preliminary Exam Admit Card: February 2025 (3rd or 4th week)
- Phase I (Preliminary Exam): March 8 and 15, 2025
- Preliminary Exam Result: April 2025
- Main Exam Admit Card: Second week of April 2025
- Phase II (Main Exam): April/May 2025
Vacancies and Reservation Details
This year, SBI has announced a total of 600 vacancies, including regular and backlog positions, across categories.
Selection Process
The SBI PO recruitment process comprises three stages:
- Preliminary Examination: A qualifying test with sections on English, Quantitative Aptitude, and Reasoning.
- Main Examination: Includes objective and descriptive tests, with a total weightage of 250 marks.
- Interview and Group Exercises: The final merit list will be prepared based on the scores from the Mains (75%) and interview/group exercises (25%).
Application Process
Candidates can apply online by visiting the official SBI careers page. The process involves filling out the application form, uploading required documents, and paying the application fee before the deadline.
SBI has urged aspiring candidates to carefully review the notification and complete the application process well in advance to avoid last-minute issues. For more details, visit the official SBI website.