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SBI PO Apply Online 2023

SBI PO apply online link is available from September 7 to 27, 2023. The application process of SBI PO 2023 comprised several stages-registration, uploading the photograph & signature, filling the detailed application form, previewing of application form, uploading left thumb impression & handwritten declaration, paying the application fee and submitting the application form. The application fee could be paid online. SBI PO application fees are INR 750 for General/EWS/OBC categories and SC/ST/PWD categories are exempted from fee payment. Candidates can edit SBI PO application form within the prescribed application deadline. 

SBI PO 2023 Dates

Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of SBI PO 2023 exam

SBI PO Online Application Link

SBI PO online application Link is activated on the official website. However, the direct link to fill the application form is provided on this page. It is mandatory to fill all the fields given in the SBI PO application form.

How to fill SBI PO Application Form 2023?

Candidates can fill the application form of SBI PO in the following steps:

Step 1: SBI PO Registration 2023

• Visit the official website of SBI
• Go to the advertisement 'Recruitment of Probationary Officers' 
• Click the 'Apply Online' link
• Go to the registration page by clicking the 'Click Here for New Registration' link
• To register enter names, mobile numbers, email ID, and security code
• Upon successful registration, registration ID and password are generated

Step 2: Uploading the images 

Applicants had to upload their scanned photographs and signatures as per the format prescribed by SBI. The specifications for uploading the photograph and signature are given below:

• Photograph
  • The dimension should be 200 x 230 pixels (preferred)
  • The size of the file should be between 20kb and 50 kb
  • Candidates need to ensure that the size of the scanned image is not more than 50kb
• Signature
  • The dimension should be 140 x 60 pixels (preferred)
  • The size of the file should be between 10kb and 20kb
  • Candidates are required to ensure that the size of the scanned image is not more than 20kb
  • The signature in capital letters is not accepted
• Procedure to upload the scanned photograph and signature
• The process to upload the scanned photograph and signature is given below:
  • There are two separate links for uploading photograph and signature
  • Click on the respective 'Upload Photograph/Signature' link
  • Browse and select the location where the scanned photograph and signature files are saved
  • Select the file by clicking on it
  • Click the 'Open/Upload' button

Step 3: Filling the detailed SBI PO application form 

In the SBI PO application form, candidates need to fill in the following details:

Basic details: In this part of SBI PO application form 2023, candidates need to enter details such as the circle, state, official language, category, nationality, centre for preliminary and mains exams, etc.
Personal details: Here, candidates need to enter their date of birth, gender, father's name, and mother's name, address, etc.
Educational Qualification: Candidates need to enter the details of Graduation, Postgraduation, professional qualification, and other qualifications
Work Experience: Candidates need to enter their total years of work experience

Step 4: Preview
After entering the details, candidates can preview the duly filled SBI PO application form 2023. Candidates can edit the details entered in the application form before final submission. Candidates are allowed to edit the details in the application form three times only within the application deadline. Once the application is filled completely, candidates are required to submit the same. No change or editing of details is allowed.

Step 5: SBI PO Application Fee

• After ensuring that the details entered in SBI PO application form are correct, candidates are required to pay the fees through the payment gateway integrated with the application form
• The fee can be paid through debit card/credit card/internet banking by providing the information as asked
• On successful completion of the fee payment, an e-receipt and application form are generated

The category-wise application fee is given below.

SBI PO Application Form 2023: Specifications for Uploading Documents

The dimensions and specifications for photograph, signature, left thumb impression and handwritten declaration.  

SBI PO Handwritten Declaration

SBI PO handwritten declaration plays an important part while filling the application form. The application form is not accepted if candidates do not upload the handwritten declaration. The text for SBI PO handwritten declaration is given below:

“I,______(Name of the candidate), Date of Birth ______hereby declare that all the information submitted by me in the application form is correct, true, and valid. I will present the supporting documents as and when required. The signature, photograph and left thumb impression is of mine”.

How to Upload SBI PO Handwritten Declaration?

The steps to upload SBI PO handwritten declaration are given below:

• Click on the 'SBI PO Handwritten Declaration' link
• Browse and select the location where the handwritten declaration file is saved
• Select the file by clicking on it
• Click the ‘Open/ Upload’ button
• If the file size and formats are not as prescribed, an error message will be displayed
• Preview of the uploaded image will help to see the quality of the image. In case of unclear/smudged, the same may be re-uploaded to the expected clarity/ quality

Pre-Requisites for Filling SBI PO Application Form

Candidates are required to keep the following details ready before filling the application form for SBI PO:

• Bank details
• Valid email ID and mobile number
• Scanned photograph in the prescribed format
• Scanned signature in the specified dimension
• Marksheet of graduation

SBI PO Application Form: What is Eligibility?

The eligibility criteria for SBI PO are given below:

SBI PO Age Limit

Candidates between 21 and 30 years are eligible to apply for the exam. Age relaxation given to candidates is given below.

SBI PO Educational Qualification

Any graduate candidate can apply for SBI PO 2023 exam. Candidates who are in the final year/semester of graduation can apply provisionally, subject to the condition that if they are called for an interview then they must produce proof of having completed graduation. Candidates possessing the qualification of a chartered accountant may also apply. Candidates having Integrated Dual Degree (IDD) can also apply for the exam. 

SBI PO Exam Centres 2023

The list of SBI PO test cities 2023 will be released along with the notification. The prelims exam is conducted at around 200 cities while the mains exam will is conducted at around 70 cities. Candidates can select one exam city each for prelims and mains exams. The test cities for prelims and mains exams are given below.

SBI PO Admit Card 2023

SBI PO admit card is released separately for the prelims, mains, psychometric test, group exercises and interview. The admit card for the prelims exam is released for all the registered candidates. SBI PO admit card 2023 for the mains exam is released for candidates who qualify the prelims exam. SBI PO admit card for psychometric test is released for candidates who qualify the mains exam. SBI PO admit card for group exercises and interview is released for candidates who qualify the psychometric test. To download the admit card, candidates need to enter registration number or roll number and date of birth or password. The steps to download SBI PO admit card are given below:

• Visit the official website of SBI
• Click the 'SBI PO admit card' link on the home page
• In the login page, candidates need to enter registration number or roll number and date of birth or password
• SBI PO admit card appears on the screen
• Download the admit card and take its printout

SBI PO Salary

The starting basic SBI PO salary is INR 41,960 (with 4 advance increments). SBI PO pay scale is INR 36,000-1490/7-46430-1740/2-49910-1990/7-63840. The post is of  Junior Management Grade Scale-I. The official will also be eligible for DA, HRA/Lease rental, CCA, Medical and other allowances & perquisites as per rules in force from time to time.

SBI PO Syllabus

SBI PO syllabus outlines the topics that candidates need to prepare for the exam. SBI PO prelims syllabus comprises topics from Reasoning Ability, Quantitative Aptitude and English Language. SBI PO mains syllabus comprises topics from Reasoning & Computer Aptitude, Data Analysis & Interpretation, General/ Economy/ Banking Awareness, English Language and English Language (Letter Writing & Essay). SBI PO syllabus is given below:

• Reasoning Ability: Logical Reasoning, Data Sufficiency, Seating Arrangement, Puzzles, Syllogism, Coding-Decoding, Input-Output and many more.
• English Language: Reading Comprehension, Cloze Test, Para Jumbles, Fill in the blanks, Multiple Meaning /Error Spotting, etc.
• Quantitative Aptitude: Simplification, Simple Interest & Compound Interest & Surds & Indices, Time & Distance, Work & Time, Ratio & Proportion, Percentage, Data Interpretation, Number Systems, etc.
• General/Economy/Banking Awareness: Current Affairs, Financial Awareness, General Knowledge, Static Awareness, Banking Terminologies Knowledge, Banking Awareness, Principles of Insurance. 
• Computer Knowledge: Internet, Memory, Keyboard Shortcuts, Computer Abbreviation, Microsoft Office, Computer Hardware, Computer Software, Computer Fundamentals /Terminologies, Networking, Number System, Operating System, Basic of Logic Gates.

SBI PO Selection Process 2023

SBI PO exam is conducted for recruitment to the post of Probationary Officers in the various branches of the bank. The selection process of SBI PO comprises prelims exam, mains exam, psychometric test, group exercises and interview. The marks obtained in the prelims exam are not counted for the final merit list. The psychometric test is also qualifying in nature. The final selection of candidates is done based on the marks obtained in the mains exam, group exercises and interview.