The State Bank of India (SBI) has officially released the SBI CBO Admit Card 2026 for the recruitment of Circle Based Officer (CBO) posts. Candidates who successfully submitted their applications can now download their call letter for the online examination scheduled on 14 March 2026.
The admit card was released on 5 March 2026 and will remain available until the exam date. Applicants can download their hall ticket from the official SBI careers portal using their Registration Number and Password/Date of Birth.
SBI CBO Admit Card 2026 Overview
| Post Name | Circle Based Officer (CBO) |
| Total Vacancies | 2273 Posts |
| Organization | State Bank of India (SBI) |
| Exam Type | Online Examination |
| Exam Date | 14 March 2026 |
| Admit Card Status | Issued |
| Admit Card Release Date | 5 March 2026 |
SBI CBO Exam Pattern 2026
The online examination consists of objective type questions and a descriptive test. The detailed exam pattern is given below:
| Subject | Questions | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| English Language | 30 | 30 Minutes |
| Banking Knowledge | 40 | 40 Minutes |
| General Awareness / Economy | 30 | 30 Minutes |
| Computer Aptitude | 20 | 20 Minutes |
| Total | 120 | 2 Hours |
Descriptive Test
The descriptive test will be conducted after the objective exam. It carries 50 marks and has a duration of 30 minutes. The test includes:
- Letter Writing
- Essay Writing
This section evaluates candidates' English writing skills.
Negative Marking
There is no negative marking for incorrect answers in the objective test.
Screening Process
After the online examination, shortlisted candidates will go through a screening process. The screening committee will verify candidates' work experience and job profile submitted during application.
If the candidate’s experience does not substantially match the role of a Scale-I Generalist Officer in SBI, the application may be rejected. The decision of the bank will be final.
SBI CBO Interview
The interview stage carries 50 marks. Candidates must secure the minimum qualifying marks decided by the bank to move forward in the selection process.
Final Selection Process
To be selected as a Circle Based Officer, candidates must qualify in both:
- Online Examination
- Interview
The final merit list will be prepared using the following weightage:
- Online Test: 75% weightage
- Interview: 25% weightage
The combined score out of 100 will determine the final merit list prepared Circle-wise and Category-wise.
Local Language Proficiency Test
Candidates provisionally selected must pass a Local Language Proficiency Test before joining.
However, candidates who studied the specified local language in Class 10 or Class 12 are exempted from this test.
How to Download SBI CBO Admit Card 2026?
Follow the steps below to download the admit card:
- Visit the official SBI careers website.
- Find the link for SBI CBO Admit Card 2026.
- Click on the link.
- Enter your Registration Number and Password/Date of Birth.
- Submit the details.
- Your admit card will appear on the screen.
- Download and print the call letter for exam use.
Application Fee for SBI CBO Recruitment
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / EWS / OBC | ₹750 |
| SC / ST / PwBD | Nil |
Important Dates
| Notification Date | 29 January 2026 |
| Corrigendum Release | 11 February 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 29 January 2026 |
| Application Last Date | 25 February 2026 |
| Admit Card | 5 – 14 March 2026 |
| Exam Date | 14 March 2026 |
Important Links
| SBI CBO Admit Card | Click Here |
| Online Application Form | Click Here |
| Official Notification (PDF) | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
Note: Candidates are advised to check all details mentioned on the admit card carefully such as exam date, exam center, reporting time, and instructions before appearing in the examination.
Last Updated On: March 2026
