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SBI SO Recruitment 2025, Last Date to Apply Extended for 996 Specialist Officer Vacancies

After receiving huge responses for Specialist Officer posts, SBI has decided to extend the registration window. Applicants now have the option to submit their online application forms further till 5th January 2026. This extension of the online application process has allowed the candidates to take their time and submit their carefully filled forms. Earlier, the last date to apply was 23rd December 2025, but it has been extended by almost two weeks. So, grab this opportunity to join the largest bank in India.

SBI SO 2025 Last Date to Apply Extended

State Bank of India has officially released the SBI SO Recruitment 2025 Notification with 996 Specialist Officer vacancies to be filled. Originally, the online application process was going to end today, but as per the latest update received through the SBI Career page, the online application process has been extended from 23rd December 2025 to 5th January 2026. This gives a few more days to interested candidates who have not yet submitted their forms. Only those who submit their forms will be considered for the further selection process. Check the official notice below.

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SBI SO Recruitment 2025-26 Out

The SBI Special Cadre Officer Recruitment 2025 notification announced 996 vacancies across three positions: VP Wealth (SRM), AVP Wealth (RM), and Customer Relationship Executive. Before applying, applicants are advised to thoroughly review the detailed notification PDF to understand the complete process and eligibility requirements.

Download SBI SO Notification 2025 PDF

SBI Specialist Officer Recruitment 2025 – Highlights

Those who apply for the Specialist Cadre Officer post will be shortlisted based on eligibility and interview. Notably, there is no written exam. The new last date to apply is 5th January 2026. Check the highlights of the recruitment here.

Particulars Details
Organization State Bank of India
Recruitment Name SBI SO Recruitment 2025
Post Name VP Wealth (SRM), AVP Wealth (RM), and Customer Relationship Executive
Total Vacancies 996
Application Mode Online
Selection Process Shortlisting & Interview
Job Location Across India
Last Date to Apply 5th January 2026
Salary VP Wealth (SRM) – Rs. 44.70 Lakhs
AVP Wealth (RM) – Rs. 30.20 Lakhs
Customer Relationship Executive – Rs. 6.20 Lakhs

SBI SO 2025-26 Important Dates

  • Notification Release: 2nd December 2025
  • Apply Online Started: 2nd December 2025
  • Last Date to Apply: 5th January 2026 (Extended)
  • Shortlisting & Interview: TBA

SBI SO Vacancy 2025

SBI SO 2025, a total of 996 vacancies, which include 506 for VP Wealth, 206 for AVP, and 284 for Customer Relationship Executive Posts. Check the category-wise vacancy distribution here.

Name of Post Category Total UR SC ST OBC EWS
VP Wealth (SRM) Regular
506
188 77 34 119 46
Backlog 15 10 17
AVP Wealth (RM) Regular
206
82 33 15 52 20
Backlog 4
Customer Relationship Executive Regular 284 115 47 21 73 28

SBI Specialist Cadre Officer Circle-wise Vacancy

Sl. Circle Name VP Wealth (SRM) AVP Wealth (RM)
Customer Relationship Executive
1 Gandhinagar 20 13 10
2 Amaravati 13 5 11
3 Bengaluru 53 22 29
4 Bhopal 12 7 14
5 Bhubaneshwar 13 6 5
6 Chandigarh 28 24 23
7 Chennai 31 12 12
8 Guwahati 17 6 8
9 Hyderabad 19 11 13
10 Jaipur 15 11 9
11 Kolkata 43 9 24
12 Lucknow 21 12 14
13 Maharashtra 38 8 7
14 Mumbai Metro 57 13 25
15 New Delhi 36 27 36
16 Patna 24 9 9
17 Thiruvananthapuram 66 11 35
Total 506 206 284

SBI SO 2025 Application Form

SBI SO 2025 online applications are now open for candidates looking to apply for Specialist Officer posts. Interested applicants must fill out the form accurately with their personal, educational, and professional information. The application portal is active and will continue to accept submissions until 5th January 2026. To simplify the process, a direct link to the application form has also been made available.

SBI SCO Apply Online 2025 Link – (Active)

SBI SCO 2025 Application Fee

Sr. No. Category Application Fees
1. SC/ ST/ PWD/XS NIL
2. General/OBC/EWS Rs. 750/- (Application fees including intimation charges)

How to Apply for SBI SCO Recruitment 2025?

The SBI Specialist Cadre Officer (SCO) 2025 application procedure involves two key stages—Registration and Login. Applicants must complete both stages to submit their online application successfully.

1. Registration:

  • Click on the official link provided above.
  • Select “Click Here for New Registration” at the top of the page to start filling in your personal details.
  • Enter credentials such as your name, parents’ name, date of birth, email ID, and mobile number.
  • Submit the registration form.
  • After successful registration, a Registration ID and password will be sent to your registered email and mobile number.

2. Login:

  • Log in using your Registration ID, date of birth, and password to continue the application process.
  • Upload your photograph and signature as per the specifications:
    Photograph: JPEG format, 200 x 230 pixels, size 20–50 KB
    Signature: JPEG format, 140 x 60 pixels, size 10–20 KB
  • Carefully preview and verify all the details in your application form.
  • Finally, pay the required application fee online to complete the SBI SCO 2025 application process.

SBI SO 2025 Eligibility Criteria

The eligibility criteria consists of age limit and education qualification which is consists of both mandatory and preferred requirements.

SBI SO 2025 Age Limit

Name of Post Age Limit (Min–Max)
VP Health (SRM) 26 – 42 years
AVP Health (RM) 23 – 35 years
Customer Relationship Executive 20 – 35 years

SBI SO 2025 Qualification

Sl. No. Name of Post
Educational Qualification
1 VP Health (SRM)
Mandatory: Graduation from a Government-recognised University/Institution.
Preferred: MBA (Banking/Finance/Marketing) with 60% marks; Certifications such as NISM V-A, XXI-A, CFP, CFA
2 AVP Health (RM)
Mandatory: Graduation from a Government-recognised University/Institution.
Preferred: Post-graduation in Finance/Marketing/Banking; Certifications such as NISM V-A, XXI-A, CFP, CFA
3 Customer Relationship Executive
Mandatory: Graduation from a Government-recognised University/Institution

SBI SO 2025 Selection Process

The SBI SO Selection process doesnt consists of written, and selection is to be done based on qualification and interview.

Stage Description
Shortlisting
Candidates are shortlisted based on the minimum required qualifications and experience as decided by the bank.
Interview
Shortlisted candidates appear for an interview carrying 100 marks. The final merit list is prepared solely based on interview scores.

SBI SO Salary 2025

The post-wise starting annual CTC is mentioned in the table below. Newly appointed candidates will receive salary plus allowances as per the Bank’s rules.

Posts
Scale Pay (CTC Upper Range)
Customer Relationship Executive Rs. 6.20 Lakhs
VP Wealth (SRM)
Rs. 44.70 Lakhs
AVP Wealth (RM)
Rs. 30.20 Lakhs

FAQs

What is SBI SO Recruitment 2025?

SBI SO Recruitment 2025 is a recruitment process conducted by the State Bank of India to hire Specialist Cadre Officers (SCO) on a contract basis for various roles such as VP Wealth (SRM), AVP Wealth (RM), and Customer Relationship Executive.

How many vacancies are released under SBI SO 2025?

A total of 996 vacancies have been announced for three posts

When was the SBI SO 2025 notification released?

The detailed SBI SO Notification 2025 was released on 2nd December 2025.

What are the application dates for SBI SO 2025?

Candidates can apply online from 2nd December 2025 to 5th January 2026.

Where can I apply for SBI SO 2025?

You can apply through the SBI Careers page at www.sbi.co.in/careers using the online application link provided in the notification.

What is the selection process for SBI SO Recruitment 2025?

The selection process consists of two stages:
Shortlisting based on eligibility and experience
Interview (100 marks)

What are the age limits for different SBI SO posts?

VP Wealth (SRM): 26–42 years
AVP Wealth (RM): 23–35 years
Customer Relationship Executive: 20–35 years

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