The State Bank of India (SBI) has released the admit cards for the Circle Based Officer (CBO) examination 2025. This is a crucial step for candidates aspiring to secure a government job (Sarkari Naukri) in one of India’s largest public sector banks. Applicants can now download their hall tickets starting from July 10, 2025 , by visiting the official SBI website. The written examination is scheduled to take place on July 20, 2025 . This recruitment drive aims to fill a total of 2964 posts for Circle Based Officers across different regions.
If you have successfully submitted your application for the SBI CBO Recruitment 2025 and are preparing for the exam, it is important to download your admit card without delay. You will need your Application Number and Date of Birth to access and print your hall ticket from bank.sbi.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | May 07, 2025 |
| Application Start | May 09, 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | May 29, 2025 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | May 29, 2025 |
| Form Re-Open Date | June 21, 2025 |
| Re-Open Last Date | June 30, 2025 |
| Admit Card Release | July 10, 2025 |
| Exam Date | July 20, 2025 |
| Result Date | Will be announced soon |
Application Fees
The application fees for the SBI CBO exam are:
- General (Gen), OBC, EWS: ₹750/-
- SC, ST, PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disabilities): ₹00/- (No Fee)
You can pay the examination fee online using Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or offline through E-Challan.
Age Limit & Total Posts
As of April 30, 2025 :
- Minimum Age: 21 Years
- Maximum Age: 30 Years
A total of 2964 posts are available for SBI CBO. This includes 2600 regular posts and 364 backlog posts .
Eligibility for SBI CBO 2025
To be eligible for the SBI CBO position, candidates must meet these criteria:
- Hold a Bachelor’s Degree in any stream from a recognized University or Institution in India.
- Have at least 2 years of experience as an officer in any Scheduled Commercial Bank or Regional Rural Bank.
For more detailed information on eligibility, candidates should read the official SBI CBO Notification 2025.
SBI CBO Salary Details
Selected candidates for the SBI CBO post will receive a competitive salary package. Here is a breakdown of the monthly pay:
| Allowance | Amount (₹) |
|---|---|
| Basic Pay | 48,480 |
| Dearness Allowance (DA) | 16,884 |
| House Rent Allowance (HRA) | 2,520 |
| City Compensatory Allowance (CCA) | 1,080 |
| Other Allowances | 2,000 |
| Gross Salary | 58,484 |
| Deduction | 8,187.6 |
| Net Salary | 50,296.24 |
SBI CBO Exam Pattern 2025
The selection process includes an Online Test, which has two parts: Objective and Descriptive.
Objective Test Pattern
| Sections | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| English Language | 30 | 30 | 30 Minutes |
| Banking Knowledge | 40 | 40 | 40 Minutes |
| General Awareness/Economy | 30 | 30 | 30 Minutes |
| Computer Aptitude | 20 | 20 | 20 Minutes |
| Total | 120 | 120 | 2 Hours |
Descriptive Test Pattern
| Topics | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Letter Writing | 1 | 25 | 30 Minutes |
| Essay (250 words on banking-related topic) | 1 | 25 | |
| Total | 2 | 50 | 30 Minutes |
SBI CBO Selection Process 2025
The selection process for SBI CBO will be completed in these stages:
- Online Test (Objective + Descriptive)
- Screening of Application & Documents
- Interview
- Local Language Proficiency Test
How to Download Admit Card
Follow these simple steps to download your SBI CBO Hall Ticket 2025:
- Go to the official SBI website: bank.sbi
- Look for the link that says “SBI CBO Admit Card 2025” or “Hall Ticket Download” and click on it.
- A new page will open where you need to enter your Application Number (or Registration Number) and Date of Birth.
- After entering the details, click on the “Submit” button.
- Your SBI CBO Admit Card 2025 will be shown on your screen.
- Download and save the admit card to your device. It is very important to print a clear copy of it.
- Remember to carry this printed admit card along with a valid photo identity proof (like Aadhaar card, PAN card, Voter ID) to the examination hall on July 20, 2025 . Without these, you will not be allowed to take the exam.