Mumbai, May 5: The State Bank of India (SBI), the country’s largest public sector lender, is set to embark on its biggest recruitment drive in a decade, aiming to hire 18,000 employees in the 2026 financial year. The hiring spree spans clerical and officer-level positions and is part of the bank’s broader strategy to expand its workforce, modernise operations, and strengthen its digital capabilities.
According to The Economic Times, SBI Chairman CS Setty highlighted that this recruitment aligns with the bank’s commitment to enhancing technology-driven services. Although the bank has not disclosed specific figures related to tech spending, it continues to prioritise investment in digital infrastructure.
The upcoming hiring is intended to meet the growing demand for banking services, address staff shortages due to retirements, and support the bank’s expanding operations.
Breakdown of vacancies
The recruitment will cover the following categories:
Clerks (13,500–14,000 positions): Responsible for routine branch operations, customer service, and transaction management.
Probationary Officers (PO) & Local-Based Officers (LBO) (3,000 positions): POs will undergo a six-month training program before taking on responsibilities related to loans, branch management, and customer engagement. LBOs will primarily focus on rural development and coordination at the district level.
System Officers/Specialist Officers (1,600 positions): These tech-centric roles will support SBI’s digital transformation, with opportunities in IT, agriculture, legal, and related domains.
How to apply
Detailed notifications for these positions will be released in 2026. Eligibility is expected to follow past recruitment standards, requiring a graduation degree in relevant disciplines.
Interested candidates should regularly visit SBI’s official careers portal at https://sbi.co.in/web/careers for the latest updates, including application dates, eligibility criteria, and exam schedules.
