The State Bank of India (SBI) has officially announced the recruitment notification for the Probationary Officer (PO) position for 2024-25. A total of 600 vacancies will be filled, including both regular and backlog posts. The application window opens on December 27, 2024, and closes on January 16, 2025. The preliminary exam is set to take place from March 8 to March 15, 2025, with the main exam scheduled for April or May 2025. Candidates who meet the eligibility criteria can apply through SBI's official website.

Applicants must meet specific age criteria: the minimum age for candidates is 21 years, while the maximum age is 30 years. Age relaxation is available according to the SBI PO Recruitment 2024 rules. The eligibility also requires candidates to have a bachelor's degree in any stream from a recognized university. The application fee is Rs 750 for General, OBC, and EWS category candidates, while SC, ST, and physically handicapped candidates are exempted from paying the fee. Payment can be made using Debit Card, Credit Card, or Net Banking.

The vacancies are divided across various categories, with 586 regular posts and 14 backlog posts. The detailed breakdown of regular posts includes 240 vacancies for General, 158 for OBC, 58 for EWS, 87 for SC, and 43 for ST categories. The grand total of vacancies is 600. This recruitment drive is an excellent opportunity for aspiring candidates to join one of India's leading public sector banks. Candidates can check the official notification for more information and apply online within the specified dates.