SBI PO Exam: Eligibility for Candidates Outside SBI's Operational Area


The State Bank of India (SBI) conducts the Probationary Officer (PO) exam to recruit candidates for the post of Probationary Officer in its branches across the country. Many candidates often wonder if they can apply for the SBI PO exam even if they are from outside the SBI's operational area. Let's explore the eligibility criteria for candidates from outside the SBI's operational area.


To apply for the SBI PO exam, candidates need to fulfill certain eligibility criteria. These criteria include age limit, educational qualifications, and nationality. The operational area of SBI does not play a role in determining the eligibility of candidates for the exam. Therefore, candidates from outside the SBI's operational area can apply for the SBI PO exam if they meet the following criteria:

1. Nationality:
Candidates must be citizens of India, or subjects of Nepal/Bhutan, or Tibetan refugees who came to India before January 1, 1962, with the intention of permanently settling in India, or persons of Indian origin who have migrated from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, East African countries of Kenya, Uganda, the United Republic of Tanzania, Zambia, Malawi, Zaire, Ethiopia, and Vietnam with the intention of permanently settling in India.

2. Age Limit:
Candidates must be between 21 and 30 years of age as of a specified date. Age relaxation is provided for candidates belonging to reserved categories as per government rules.

3. Educational Qualifications:
Candidates must have a graduation degree in any discipline from a recognized university or possess an equivalent qualification recognized by the Central Government.


In conclusion, candidates from outside the SBI's operational area can apply for the SBI PO exam if they meet the eligibility criteria mentioned above. The operational area of SBI does not restrict candidates from different regions from applying for the exam. However, it is important for candidates to carefully read and understand the eligibility criteria before applying to ensure they meet all the requirements.