The State Bank of India just pulled the trigger on one of its biggest hiring drives of 2026. As of this morning, January 29, the portal for Circle Based Officers (CBO) is officially live. While 2,050 posts are up for grabs, don’t rush in just yet—there are a few critical “fine print” details you need to know before hitting that submit button.

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The “Experience” Hurdle

Unlike most bank jobs, this isn’t for freshers. SBI is specifically hunting for “experienced” talent. You must have at least two years of experience as an officer in a Scheduled Commercial Bank or a Regional Rural Bank (as of December 31, 2025).

• Crucial Note: If you work for a private bank, you must prove a gross annual salary of at least ₹9.50 lakh.

• The Job Profile: You’ll need a certified job profile from your current employer. If your current duties don’t align with what SBI expects from a Scale-I officer, they will reject your application instantly.

Age and Education Limits

• Age: You must be between 21 and 30 years old (as of Dec 31, 2025).

• Degree: Any graduation works—Engineering, Medical, or even CA/CWA.

• Language: You must be fluent in the local language of the “Circle” you apply for. If you didn’t study that language in 10th or 12th grade, you’ll have to pass a proficiency test before joining.

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2026 Key Dates & Fees

What’s the Pay?

Starting basic pay is ₹48,480. However, because you’re coming in with experience, you get two advance increments right away. By the time you add DA, HRA, and other 2026 allowances, your gross salary will hover around ₹58,400 per month.

Selection Process

1. Online Test: 120 objective marks + 50 descriptive marks (Essay & Letter).

2. Screening: A manual check of your experience and documents.

3. Interview: The final face-to-face hurdle.

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This recruitment drive is particularly significant due to a recent revision in the category-wise vacancy list, which saw a substantial increase in posts for OBC, SC, and ST candidates to align with state reservation norms.

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Revised Vacancy Distribution (2025-26)

Important Dates & Deadlines

• Application Start Date: December 29, 2025

• Last Date to Apply & Pay Fee: January 28, 2026

• Correction Window Closes: February 4, 2026

• Mains Exam Date: To be announced (Expected mid-2026)

Eligibility & Selection Criteria

To be eligible for the Lekhpal 2026 cycle, candidates must meet the following three-tier criteria:

1. Educational Qualification: Must have passed Class 12 (Intermediate) or an equivalent exam from a recognized board.

2. Mandatory Exam: Only candidates who appeared for and qualified in the UPSSSC PET 2025 are eligible to apply for the Mains.

3. Age Limit: 18 to 40 years (as of July 1, 2025). Standard age relaxations apply for reserved categories (5 years for SC/ST/OBC).

Salary & Pay Scale

The selected candidates will be appointed in Pay Level-3:

• Pay Scale: ₹21,700 – ₹69,100

• Grade Pay: ₹2,000

• Benefits: Includes Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and other state-specific perks.

How to Apply: Step-by-Step

1. Visit the official portal: upsssc.gov.in.

2. Click on the “Lekhpal Recruitment 2025-26” link under the Live Advertisements section.

3. Log in using your PET 2025 Registration Number and Date of Birth (via OTP or Personal Details).

4. Complete the application form and upload your scanned photograph and signature.

5. Pay the processing fee of ₹25 (uniform for all categories).

6. Submit and download the final confirmation page.

Conclusion

With the application link now active, candidates are advised not to wait until the final week of January to avoid server congestion. Ensure your PET 2025 details are accurate, as these will be used for the primary shortlisting for the Mains examination.

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Disclaimer: This summary is based on the official notification (Advt. No. 02-Exam/2025). Please refer to the official PDF at upsssc.gov.in for detailed instructions on syllabus and document specifications.

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