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SBI PO Salary 2026

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Last updated 4 November 2026

SBI PO Salary 2026

SBI Probationary Officers are appointed in Junior Management Grade Scale-I (JMGS-I). As per the 2026 advertisement, the starting basic pay is Rs 48,480 with 4 advance increments, which SBI gives to POs on joining.

Pay scale (JMGS-I)

StageBasic pay
Start of scaleRs 48,480
7 increments of Rs 2,000up to Rs 62,480
2 increments of Rs 2,340up to Rs 67,160
7 increments of Rs 2,680up to Rs 85,920

Cost to company (CTC)

The 2026 advertisement states that the approximate CTC at initial pay in Mumbai is about Rs 21.97 lakh per year. The actual amount depends on place of posting and the bank's rules at that time.

Allowances and benefits

  • Dearness Allowance, House Rent Allowance or leased accommodation and other allowances, as per SBI rules
  • Other perks and benefits as applicable to JMGS-I officers (see the advertisement)

Probation and bond

ItemDetails
Probation period2 years, with continuous assessment
Service bondRs 2 lakh
Minimum service3 years from joining

After probation and internal exams, POs can be promoted to Middle Management Grade (Scale II) and higher, up to top management positions in the bank.

Source: SBI PO Advertisement CRPD/PO/2026-27/09 (copy), SBI Careers – Current Openings

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