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SBI PO Eligibility 2026
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SBI PO 2026 Eligibility
Age limit
Candidates must be 21 to 30 years old as on 01.04.2026, that is, born between 02.04.1996 and 01.04.2005 (both days included).
| Category | Age relaxation |
|---|---|
| OBC (non-creamy layer) | 3 years |
| SC / ST | 5 years |
| PwBD (UR/EWS) | 10 years |
| PwBD (OBC) | 13 years |
| PwBD (SC/ST) | 15 years |
| Ex-servicemen | 5 years |
Age relaxations cannot be added together (not cumulative).
Educational qualification
- Graduation in any discipline from a recognised university, or an equivalent qualification recognised by the Central Government.
- Candidates in the final year/semester could apply provisionally, but must have passed by 30.09.2026 and show proof if called for interview.
- Integrated dual-degree candidates must also have passed by 30.09.2026.
- No minimum percentage is required.
Number of attempts
| Category | Attempts allowed |
|---|---|
| General / EWS | 6 |
| General/EWS (PwBD), OBC, OBC (PwBD) | 9 |
| SC / ST (including PwBD) | No restriction |
An attempt is counted only if you appear in the Main Exam.
Other conditions
- Selected candidates must sign a service bond of Rs 2 lakh to serve the Bank for at least three years.
- The CIBIL (credit history) condition was removed from the 2026 advertisement through a corrigendum dated 01.07.2026.
- Government/PSU employees must give a No Objection Certificate at the interview.
Source: SBI PO Advertisement CRPD/PO/2026-27/09 (copy), SBI Corrigendum 01.07.2026, Business Today
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