State Bank of India (SBI) released Circle Based Officer (CBO) recruitment 2026 notification (Advt No: CRPD/CBO/2025-26/18) for 2050 regular posts across 17 circles. Experienced graduates apply for regional postings with SBI career growth. Online form starts 29 Jan 2026.
State Bank of India (SBI)SBI Circle Based Officer (CBO) Online Form 2026Advt No: CRPD/CBO/2025-26/18 | Short Details of NotificationWWW.GOVFORMHUB.COM |
Selection Process : SBI Circle Based Officer (CBO) Online Form 2026
Phase 1: Online Test (Objective + Descriptive)
Phase 2: Local Language Test (Qualifying)
Phase 3: Interview (Final Merit)
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Phase 1: Online Exam Pattern : SBI Circle Based Officer (CBO) Online Form 2026
Objective Test (120 Questions | 120 Marks)
Duration: 2 Hours | No Negative Marking
| Section | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| English Language | 30 | 30 | 30 Min |
| Banking Knowledge | 40 | 40 | 40 Min |
| General Awareness/Economy | 30 | 30 | 30 Min |
| Computer Aptitude | 20 | 20 | 20 Min |
| Total | 120 | 120 | 2 Hours |
Descriptive Test (50 Marks)
Duration: 30 Minutes
| Topic | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Letter Writing | 1 | 25 |
| Essay (250 Words – Banking Related) | 1 | 25 |
| Total | 2 | 50 |
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Detailed Syllabus : SBI Circle Based Officer (CBO) Online Form 2026
1. English Language (30 Marks)
✅ Reading Comprehension (2 Passages)
✅ Para Jumbles / Sentence Rearrangement
✅ Para Completion / Sentence Completion
✅ Error Spotting / Sentence Improvement
✅ Cloze Test / Fill in the Blanks
✅ Vocabulary (Synonyms, Antonyms)
✅ Phrase Replacement
2. Banking Knowledge (40 Marks)
✅ Banking System: Commercial Banks, RRBs, Cooperative Banks
✅ RBI Functions, Monetary Policy, Repo Rate
✅ Basel III Norms, NPA Management
✅ Priority Sector Lending, Financial Inclusion
✅ Digital Banking, UPI, Payment Systems
✅ Government Schemes: PMJDY, PMSBY, APY
✅ Budget, Economic Survey Highlights
✅ Mergers & Acquisitions (Banking)
✅ Non-Performing Assets, SARFAESI Act
✅ Export Finance, Trade Credit
3. General Awareness/Economy (30 Marks)
✅ Current Affairs (6 Months - National/International)
✅ Union Budget 2026, Economic Survey
✅ Government Schemes, Policies
✅ Important Appointments (Banking/Govt)
✅ International Summits, Agreements
✅ Sports Events, Awards, Honors
✅ India Rankings (Global Indices)
✅ Static GK (Important Days, Books)
4. Computer Aptitude (20 Marks)
✅ Computer Fundamentals, Hardware/Software
✅ MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
✅ Internet, Email, Web Browsers
✅ Networking Basics, Cyber Security
✅ Database Management, Operating Systems
✅ Computer Abbreviations, Shortcuts
✅ Logical Reasoning (Puzzles, Seating, Input-Output)
5. Descriptive Test (50 Marks)
✅ Letter Writing: Formal/Official Letters (150-200 Words)
✅ Essay: Banking/Economy Related Topics (250 Words)
• Digital Banking Revolution
• Financial Inclusion Challenges
• NPA Management Strategies
• UPI & Digital Payments
Phase 2: Local Language Test (Qualifying)
Test: Reading, Writing, Speaking Proficiency
Languages: State-wise Official Languages
Duration: 15-20 Minutes
Phase 3: Interview
Marks: 50
Duration: 15-20 Minutes
Panel: SBI Senior Officials
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7-Day Preparation Plan
Day 1: English Language + Descriptive Practice
Day 2: Banking Knowledge (RBI, Schemes, Basel)
Day 3: General Awareness + Current Affairs
Day 4: Computer Aptitude + Reasoning
Day 5: Full Objective Mock (120 Qs)
Day 6: Descriptive Test + Local Language Practice
Day 7: Interview Prep + Revision
Important Links : SBI Circle Based Officer (CBO) Online Form 2026
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Quick FAQs : SBI Circle Based Officer (CBO) Online Form 2026
Q: Total Posts? A: 2273 Circle Based Officer Q: Registration? A: 29 Jan - 18 Feb 2026 Q: Exam Date? A: Mar 2026 (Expected) Q: Salary? A: ₹48,480 - ₹85,920 (JMGS-I) Q: Negative Marking? A: No (Objective Test) Q: FCQ Required? A: Local Language Test + Interview
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