The State Bank of India (SBI) has released the SBI PO Admit Card 2026 for candidates appearing in the Probationary Officer recruitment examination. Candidates who successfully submitted their applications can now download their preliminary examination call letter online using their registration number and password or date of birth.
The SBI PO recruitment process is being conducted for 1,500 Probationary Officer vacancies for the 2026–27 recruitment cycle. The online application process was open from 18 June to 8 July 2026, and the Preliminary Examination is scheduled for 2 August 2026.
Candidates appearing for the exam should download their call letter well in advance and check the examination centre, reporting time, roll number, photograph and other details carefully. A printed copy of the call letter with the required documents will be necessary for entry into the examination centre.
SBI PO Admit Card 2026 Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Probationary Officer (PO) |
| Total Vacancies | 1,500 |
| Advertisement No. | CRPD/PO/2026-27/09 |
| Application Dates | 18 June to 8 July 2026 |
| Exam Stage | Preliminary Examination |
| Prelims Exam Date | 2 August 2026 |
| Exam Mode | Online |
| Admit Card Status | Issued |
| Admit Card Release Date | 22 July 2026 |
| Prelims Exam Centres in Assam | Dibrugarh, Guwahati, Jorhat, Silchar, Tezpur |
| Main Exam Centre in Assam | Guwahati |
SBI PO Vacancy Details 2026
SBI has announced a total of 1,500 vacancies for the Probationary Officer recruitment cycle 2026–27. The vacancies include both regular and backlog posts.
The category-wise vacancy distribution is given below:
| Vacancy Type | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | UR | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Regular Vacancies | 216 | 108 | 390 | 144 | 588 | 1,446 |
| Backlog Vacancies | 18 | 36 | — | — | — | 54 |
| Total | 234 | 144 | 390 | 144 | 588 | 1,500 |
In addition to the vacancies shown above, SBI has also reported 61 PwBD (Horizontal) vacancies, including 15 for VI, 16 for HI, 14 for LD and 16 for d&e categories.
Documents Required at the SBI PO Examination Centre
Candidates should prepare all the required documents before leaving for the examination. Missing any mandatory document may result in the candidate being denied entry.
Call Letter
Candidates must carry a clear printout of the downloaded call letter with a recent passport-size photograph pasted on it. The photograph should be the same as the one uploaded during the online application.
Photo Identity Proof
Candidates must bring one original valid photo ID along with a photocopy. Acceptable documents include:
- Aadhaar Card
- PAN Card
- Passport
- Driving Licence
- Voter ID Card
- Bank Passbook with photograph
- Bank-issued photo ID
- A valid photo identity certificate issued by a Gazetted Officer
The original identity document will be checked at the examination centre, while the photocopy will be collected.
Two Additional Photographs
Candidates should also carry two recent passport-size photographs matching the photograph pasted on the call letter.
Candidates who arrive without the photograph on the call letter or without the required additional photographs may not be permitted to appear in the examination.
Scribe Declaration Form
Candidates who have opted to use a scribe should bring the prescribed declaration form. The form needs to be downloaded separately and completed as instructed before reaching the examination centre.
Note: Candidates should keep around 8 copies of the uploaded photograph with them, as the same photograph may be required at different stages of the selection process, from the Preliminary Examination through the interview.
SBI PO Examination Centre Instructions
Candidates should read the instructions printed on the call letter carefully before appearing for the examination.
Reporting Time
Candidates must reach the examination centre at or before the reporting time mentioned on their call letter. Entry may not be allowed after the reporting time, and requests for late entry are generally not entertained.
Change of Examination Centre
Candidates are not normally permitted to change the examination centre after it has been allotted. SBI may cancel or modify a centre in exceptional circumstances, but candidates should not assume that a centre change request will be accepted.
For candidates appearing in Assam, the Preliminary Examination centres listed include Dibrugarh, Guwahati, Jorhat, Silchar and Tezpur, while the Main Examination centre in Assam is Guwahati.
Call Letter Collection
The Preliminary Examination call letter will be collected at the examination venue. Candidates should therefore bring the required call letter and identity documents as instructed.
Biometric Verification
SBI may capture candidates’ photograph, thumb impression or other biometric information at different stages of the recruitment process. Any mismatch between the biometric details recorded at different stages may lead to rejection of candidature.
Prohibited Items
Candidates should not carry prohibited electronic or communication devices into the examination hall.
These include:
- Mobile phones
- Smartwatches
- Cameras
- Bluetooth devices
- Other electronic or storage devices
- Calculators
- Any unauthorized communication equipment
Carrying prohibited items can result in cancellation of candidature and may also lead to a ban from future examinations.
SBI PO Selection Process 2026
The SBI PO selection process consists of three major stages:
- Preliminary Examination
- Main Examination
- Psychometric Test, Group Exercise and Personal Interview
Candidates must qualify for each applicable stage before moving to the next level of the recruitment process.
SBI PO Preliminary Exam Pattern 2026
The Preliminary Examination is an objective-type online test carrying 100 marks. It consists of three sections, with a separate time limit for each section.
| Section | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| English Language | 40 | 40 | 20 Minutes |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 30 | 30 | 20 Minutes |
| Reasoning Ability | 30 | 30 | 20 Minutes |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 60 Minutes |
Candidates should note that there is a separate time limit for each section. According to the recruitment process, approximately 10 times the number of vacancies in each category will be shortlisted for the Main Examination.
SBI PO Main Examination Pattern 2026
Candidates who qualify in the Preliminary Examination will be called for the Main Examination.
The Main Examination consists of both Objective and Descriptive Tests. The objective section carries 200 marks, while the descriptive test carries 50 marks.
Objective Test
| Section | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reasoning & Computer Aptitude | 40 | 60 | 50 Minutes |
| Data Analysis & Interpretation | 30 | 60 | 45 Minutes |
| General Awareness (Economy/Banking) | 60 | 60 | 45 Minutes |
| English Language | 40 | 20 | 40 Minutes |
| Total | 170 | 200 | 180 Minutes |
Descriptive Test
| Section | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Communication Skills | 3 | 30 | 30 Minutes |
The descriptive paper is conducted immediately after the objective examination. Candidates may be required to write tasks such as emails, situation analysis, reports or precis-type questions using the computer.
How to Download SBI PO Admit Card 2026?
Candidates can download the SBI PO Preliminary Examination call letter by following these simple steps:
- Visit the official SBI recruitment website.
- Open the SBI PO Prelims Admit Card 2026 link.
- Enter your registration number along with your password or date of birth.
- Submit the login details.
- Your call letter will appear on the screen.
- Check your name, roll number, photograph, examination centre and reporting time.
- Download the PDF and take at least two clear printouts.
- Paste a recent passport-size photograph on the printed call letter as instructed.
Candidates should also download and keep the acquaint yourself booklet available through the same portal, as it contains important examination-related instructions.
SBI PO Exam Day Preparation
Candidates should avoid waiting until the last day to download their call letter. It is better to print the document early and check the examination centre location in advance.
Before leaving for the examination, make sure you have:
- Printed SBI PO call letter
- Recent passport-size photographs
- Original photo ID
- Photocopy of the ID proof
- Any applicable scribe documents
- Other documents specifically mentioned in the call letter
Candidates should reach the venue early enough to complete security checks, document verification and biometric procedures without rushing.
SBI PO Admit Card 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 18 June 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 18 June 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 8 July 2026 |
| Preliminary Call Letter | 22 July 2026 |
| Preliminary Examination | 2 August 2026 |
| Preliminary Result | August / September 2026 |
| Main Call Letter | August / September 2026 |
| Main Examination | September 2026 |
| Main Result | September / October 2026 |
Important Links
| Prelims Admit Card | Click Here |
|---|---|
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| WhatsApp Channel | Click Here |
| Install Android App | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |