| SBI Circle Based Officer 2026 – Complete Complete Syllabus | ||
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| 📅 IMPORTANT DATES | ||
| Online Application Start | January 29, 2026 | |
| Last Date to Apply Online | February 18, 2026 | |
| Online Fee Payment Period | 29 Jan – 18 Feb 2026 | |
| Call Letter Download | March 2026 (Tentative) | |
| Online Exam Date | March 2026 (Tentative) | |
| Interview Dates | To be announced later | |
| 💰 APPLICATION FEE | ||
| General / EWS / OBC | ₹ 750 | |
| SC / ST / PwBD | ₹ 0 (No Fee) | |
| Payment Mode: Online only via Debit Card / Credit Card / Internet Banking | ||
| 👤 AGE LIMIT (as on 31/12/2025) | ||
| Minimum Age | 21 Years | |
| Maximum Age | 30 Years | |
| Age Relaxation: SC/ST: +5 years | OBC (NCL): +3 years | PwBD: +10 years (Gen) / +13 years (OBC) / +15 years (SC/ST) | Ex-Servicemen: +5 years | ||
| 📊 TOTAL POSTS & QUALIFICATION | ||
| Post Name | Approx. Vacancies | Educational & Experience Qualification |
| Circle Based Officer (CBO) | Circle-wise vacancies (Check official notification for exact numbers) | • Education: Graduation in any discipline from a recognized university • Experience: Minimum 2 years as an officer in any Scheduled Commercial Bank or Regional Rural Bank (as on 31.12.2025) • Local Language: Proficiency in the local language of the applied Circle is mandatory • Salary Proof: For private bank candidates, minimum annual gross salary of ₹9.50 Lacs for each year |
| ⚙️ SELECTION PROCESS | ||
| 4-Phase Selection: 1. Online Examination (Objective Test) 2. Screening 3. Interview 4. Local Language Proficiency Test (before joining) Note: Final appointment is subject to medical fitness and document verification. |
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| 📚 DETAILED SYLLABUS FOR ONLINE EXAM | ||
| 1. Reasoning Ability • Puzzles & Seating Arrangement • Syllogism • Coding-Decoding • Inequality • Blood Relations • Direction Sense • Order & Ranking • Alphanumeric Series • Logical Reasoning • Data Sufficiency • Input-Output • Verbal Reasoning 2. Quantitative Aptitude 3. English Language 4. General Awareness 5. Professional Knowledge (Banking) |
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| ⚠️ IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS | ||
| • OBC candidates must submit Non-Creamy Layer certificate issued between 01.04.2025 and interview date. • EWS candidates must submit Income & Asset Certificate for FY 2024-25. • PwBD candidates must submit a valid disability certificate issued by competent authority. • Candidates with loan defaults or adverse CIBIL reports are not eligible. • Mobile phones, calculators, or electronic devices are banned in exam centers. • Biometric verification (thumb impression/IRIS) will be done at exam/interview stages. • Canvassing in any form will lead to disqualification. • No TA/DA for written exam; only AC-III train fare for outstation interview candidates. • Jurisdiction for disputes: Mumbai courts only. |
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| 🚫 STRICT WARNINGS | ||
| • Fake documents or false information → Cancellation + legal action. • Impersonation or unfair means → Permanent debarment from SBI exams. • Application fee is non-refundable. • SBI reserves the right to cancel the recruitment at any stage. |
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| 🔗 IMPORTANT LINKS | ||
| Apply Online | Click Here | |
| Official Notification | Download PDF | |
| Official Website | Visit Site | |
| Helpdesk / Queries | Tel: 022-22820427 (11 AM – 5 PM) | Email via cgr.s.ips.in | |
| Pre-Exam Training (PET) | Online PET available for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD candidates. Opt during application. | |
| 💡 Pro Tip: Focus on Banking Awareness & Current Affairs for Professional Knowledge section. Practice previous SBI PO/Clerk papers for exam pattern familiarity. | ||
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the exam pattern for SBI CBO 2026?
The SBI CBO online exam consists of an Objective Test (120 marks) and a Descriptive Test (50 marks). You can see the full breakdown on govtexam.study/.
Is there any negative marking in the SBI CBO Exam?
As per the latest notification, there is no negative marking in the SBI CBO online objective exam, which is a big advantage for candidates.
What topics are covered in the Professional Knowledge section?
This section focuses on Banking terms, RBI functions, KYC/AML guidelines, Digital Banking, and Loans. Download the full PDF on our site for details.
Where can I find SBI CBO Admit Card and Syllabus updates?
All syllabus changes, SBI CBO Admit Cards, and results are updated instantly on our official portal govtexam.study/.
Does Govt Exam Study provide tools for syllabus tracking?
Yes, Govt Exam Study offers detailed syllabus tables and job-tracking tools to help aspirants organize their preparation more effectively than any other site.