The State Bank of India (SBI) has released the Admit Card for the Online Preliminary Examination for recruitment of 1,500 Probationary Officer (PO) posts under Advertisement No. CRPD/PO/2026-27/09. The call letter download window is open from 22 July 2026 to 2 August 2026. The Preliminary Examination will be conducted on 1 and 2 August 2026, across multiple shifts nationwide.
Important Note: Download the admit card only through the official SBI Careers portal. Do not rely on links shared through WhatsApp/Telegram groups, as third-party mirror links are a common source of outdated or incorrect information during this window.
SBI PO Admit Card 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | State Bank of India (SBI) |
| Post Name | Probationary Officer (PO) |
| Advertisement No. | CRPD/PO/2026-27/09 |
| Total Vacancies | 1,500 (1,446 regular + 54 backlog) |
| Application Dates | 18 June 2026 to 8 July 2026 |
| Call Letter Download Window | 22 July 2026 to 2 August 2026 |
| Prelims Exam Date | 1 and 2 August 2026 (multiple shifts) |
| Selection Process | Prelims → Mains → Psychometric Test, Group Exercise & Interview |
| Official Website | sbi.bank.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 18 June 2026 |
| Online Application Window | 18 June 2026 – 8 July 2026 |
| PET Call Letter Release | 17 July 2026 (for opted SC/ST/OBC/PwBD candidates) |
| Prelims Call Letter Download | 22 July 2026 – 2 August 2026 |
| Prelims Exam Date | 1 and 2 August 2026 |
| Mains Exam Date | Tentatively September 2026 |
| Phase III (Psychometric Test/GE/Interview) | Tentatively October/November 2026 |
Note: Mains and Phase III dates are tentative. Your exact exam date, shift, and centre are printed on your individual downloaded call letter.
SBI PO PET Call Letter 2026
SBI released a separate Pre-Examination Training (PET) call letter on 17 July 2026 for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD candidates who opted for PET at the time of application. This is different from the main Prelims admit card and does not confirm your exam date, roll number, or centre.
How to Download SBI PO Admit Card 2026
- Visit the official SBI Careers portal.
- Go to Careers > Current Openings, and find “Recruitment of Probationary Officers (CRPD/PO/2026-27/09).”
- Click on “Call Letter for Online Preliminary Examination.”
- Select your preferred language – English or Hindi.
- Enter your Registration Number/Roll Number and Password/Date of Birth.
- Enter the captcha code and click Submit/Login.
- Your SBI PO Prelims Admit Card 2026 will appear on screen – check every detail carefully.
- Download and take at least two clear printouts for exam day.
Details Printed on the SBI PO Admit Card
- Candidate’s name and photograph
- Registration number and roll number
- Exam date, shift, and reporting time
- Exam centre name and complete address
- Signature of the candidate
- Important exam-day instructions and do’s and don’ts
Items to Carry to the Exam Centre
- Printed copy of the SBI PO Prelims Admit Card 2026
- One valid original photo ID proof (Aadhaar, PAN, Passport, Voter ID, or Driving Licence)
- Photocopy of the same photo ID proof
- Passport-size photograph (as specified on the admit card)
Important Note: Do not apply mehendi, ink, or any external chemical substance on your hands, as SBI captures a digital thumb impression for biometric verification. Any mismatch can lead to rejection of candidature.
Important Instructions
- The admit card is issued online only; SBI does not send it by post or courier.
- No candidate will be permitted entry without a valid printed admit card.
- The call letter is available only from 22 July 2026 to 2 August 2026 – download and print well before closure, as access may not be possible afterward.
- Check your exam centre, date, and reporting time carefully as soon as downloaded.
- Report any discrepancy in name, photograph, or other details to the SBI CRPD helpline immediately.
- Separate admit cards are issued for Prelims, Mains, and Phase III (Psychometric Test, Group Exercise, Interview).
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Download Admit Card (via Careers > Current Openings) | Click Here |
| Official SBI Website | Click Here |
Note: The admit card login page is candidate-specific and session-based, so it is accessed by navigating through the Careers > Current Openings section above rather than a fixed public URL.
SBI PO Admit Card 2026 – FAQs
Q1. Has the SBI PO Prelims Admit Card 2026 been released?
✅ Yes. The call letter download window opened on 22 July 2026 and closes on 2 August 2026.
Q2. How can I download my SBI PO Admit Card 2026?
✅ Log in via Careers > Current Openings on the official SBI portal, with your Registration Number/Roll Number and Password/Date of Birth.
Q3. What details are required to log in?
✅ Your Registration Number or Roll Number, along with your Password or Date of Birth.
Q4. Is the SBI PO PET Call Letter the same as the Prelims Admit Card?
✅ No. The PET call letter (released 17 July 2026) is only for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD candidates who opted for Pre-Examination Training – it is separate from the Prelims exam admit card.
Q5. When is the SBI PO Prelims Exam 2026?
✅ The Preliminary Examination will be conducted on 1 and 2 August 2026, in multiple shifts. Your exact date, shift, and centre are on your individual admit card.
Q6. Can I download the admit card without my registration number?
✅ No, it is mandatory. Check your application confirmation email/SMS if you’ve lost it.
Q7. How many vacancies are there in this recruitment?
✅ 1,500 – 1,446 regular and 54 backlog vacancies.
Q8. What is the selection process after Prelims?
✅ Prelims, followed by Mains, and then a Psychometric Test, Group Exercise, and Interview (Phase III).
Disclaimer
The information above is compiled from the official SBI PO 2026 recruitment notice (Advt No. CRPD/PO/2026-27/09) issued by the State Bank of India. Candidates are advised to download and verify their admit card details directly from the official SBI Careers portal, sbi.bank.in, before the exam.
