State Bank of India Releases SBI PO Pre Admit Card 2026
The State Bank of India (SBI) has officially released the Pre Admit Card for the Probationary Officer (PO) recruitment 2026. Candidates who registered between June 18 and July 8, 2026, can now download their admit cards ahead of the preliminary examination scheduled for August 1 and 2, 2026.
Key Recruitment Details
This year, SBI is recruiting for a total of 1,500 PO vacancies, including 1,446 regular posts and 54 backlog positions. The online application process was open from June 18 to July 8, 2026.
Important Dates to Remember
- Application Start Date: June 18, 2026
- Application End Date: July 8, 2026
- Fee Payment Deadline: July 8, 2026
- Pre Exam Training (PET): July 17, 2026
- Preliminary Exam Dates: August 1-2, 2026
- Pre Admit Card Release: July 22, 2026
- Preliminary Result: August/September 2026
- Main Exam: September 2026
- Main Admit Card Release: August/September 2026
- Main Result: September/October 2026
Application Fees
- General, EWS, OBC Categories: Rs. 750/-
- SC, ST Categories: No Fee
- Payments can be made via Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI, and other online modes.
Age Eligibility
- Minimum Age: 21 years (as of April 1, 2026)
- Maximum Age: 30 years (as of April 1, 2026)
- Age relaxation is applicable as per SBI PO recruitment rules.
Vacancy Breakdown
| Post Name | Category | Number of Posts |
|---|---|---|
| Probationary Officer (PO) | Regular | 1446 |
| Backlog | 54 |
Category-Wise Vacancy Details
| Category | Regular | Backlog |
|---|---|---|
| General | 588 | — |
| EWS | 144 | — |
| OBC | 390 | — |
| SC | 216 | 18 |
| ST | 108 | 36 |
Educational Qualifications
Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized university or be in the final year of their degree course to be eligible for the SBI PO 2026 recruitment. It is advised to thoroughly review the official notification before applying.
How to Download SBI PO Pre Admit Card 2026
- Visit the official link provided in the Important Links section below.
- Click on the Pre Admit Card download link.
- Enter your Registration Number or Roll Number, Date of Birth or Password, and the Captcha code if prompted.
- Submit the details to access and download your admit card.
- Alternatively, candidates can also download the admit card from the official SBI website.
Selection Process
The selection for SBI PO 2026 will be conducted through multiple stages:
- Preliminary Written Exam
- Main Written Exam
- Psychometric Test
- Group Discussion / Interview
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
Important Links
- Download Pre Admit Card: Click Here
- Pre Exam Training PET: Click Here
- Apply Online: Click Here
- Download Notification: Click Here
- Official Website: Click Here
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Has the SBI PO Pre Admit Card 2026 been released?
Yes, it was released on July 22, 2026.
Q: When is the SBI PO Pre Exam scheduled?
The preliminary exam will be held on August 1 and 2, 2026.
Q: Where can I download the admit card?
Admit cards are available on the official SBI website https://sbi.co.in/ and the direct link provided above.
Q: What details are required to download the admit card?
Candidates need their Registration Number or Roll Number, Date of Birth or Password, and the Captcha code if applicable.
Q: What is the official website of SBI?
The official website is https://sbi.co.in/.
