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SBI PO Result 2026 Out for Prelims Exam, Merit List PDF, 15802 Candidates Qualified

SBI PO Result 2026 Out: SBI has released the result for SBI PO Preliminary Examination 2026-27. The SBI PO Prelims Result PDF has been published at www.sbi.bank.in by the State Bank of India today, 28th August 2026 (26 days after the exam was held). The merit list contains the roll numbers of the candidates who have been selected for the next stage of the recruitment process.

Candidates who appeared for the SBI PO prelims exam held on 1st and 2nd August 2026 can now check their qualifying status by downloading the merit list PDF and searching their roll number. As per the result pdf, the SBI PO Mains exam will be held on 12th September 2026. SBI PO 2026 recruitment is for selecting candidates for 1,500 probationary officer posts.

SBI PO Prelims Result 2026 PDF (Official)

The official SBI Careers page publishes recruitment results and candidate lists for its examinations. You do not need to enter your registration number and password to check whether your roll number appears in the merit list PDF. Use the search option or Ctrl+F shortcut to check your roll number in the list of qualified candidates.

Download the official result PDF from the link below to check your result instead of visiting the official website. 

  • Number of candidates qualified in SBI PO Mains Examination : 15,802
  • If your roll number is present: You are shortlisted for SBI PO Mains.
  • If your roll number is absent: You have not been shortlisted for the next stage through the Preliminary Examination.

How to Check Your SBI Probationary Officer Result from www.sbi.bank.in?

  1. Visit the official website of State Bank of India (www.sbi.bank.in).
  2. Go to the Recruitment Results section.
  3. Look for the “Recruitment of Probationary Officer (ADVERTISEMENT NO: CRPD/PO/2026-27/09)”.
  4. Click on ‘Preliminary Examination Result’, and a PDF opens on your screen.
  5. Download the merit list pdf and then follow the path-

Open PDF ⇒ Search Roll Number (Ctrl+F) ⇒ Roll Number Found? ⇒ YES → Start Mains preparation immediately

SBI PO 2026 Prelims Expected Cut-Off

Also, we have prepared SBI PO Prelims Expected Cut-Off 2026 based on the difficulty level of the exam and overall vacancies. This year the paper was of moderate difficulty so the cut off might be around 65-69. The official cut-off will be published with the result. Till then we can check the expected cut off below.

Category Expected Cut-Off
General (UR) 65-69
OBC 64-68
SC 60-64
ST 52-55
EWS 63-68

SBI PO Mains Exam Date 2026

Along with result, the State Bank of India has announced the exam date for next stage. The SBI PO Mains Exam 2026 for 15802 prelims-qualified candidates is scheduled for 12 September 2026 (Saturday) for which admit cards/call letters will be released in 1st week of September 2026.

When will SBI PO Prelims Scorecard be released?

Till now, the bank has just released the roll numbers of qualified candidates, and the marks will be released shortly at www.sbi.bank.in. SBI PO Prelims Scorecard 2026 will be released for all appeared candidates whether qualified or not. The score card will display the following details-

  • Registration/Roll Number
  • Overall Marks scored
  • Subject-wise marks
  • Normalised marks
  • Cut off marks (state-wise)

SBI PO Exam 2026: Overview

Particular Details
Exam Name SBI PO 2026
Vacanices 1500
Advt No. CRPD/PO/2026-27/09
Mode of Result Online (PDF format)
SBI PO Prelims Exam Date 1st and 2nd August 2026
SBI PO Prelims Result Date 28th August 2026
Next Stage Mains (CBT Exam)
SBI PO Mains Exam 12th September 2026
Credentials Required to Check Result Roll Number

SBI PO Result 2026: What Should Qualified Candidates Do Now?

If your roll number is there in the list, you have to appear for the mains exam which is scheduled for 12th September 2026. Do not wait for the release of the scorecard and focus for the mains exam. Your preparation strategy must change and focus on

  • Advanced-level reasoning
  • Data analysis
  • Banking/economy awareness
  • Current affairs
  • Descriptive writing
  • Time management

SBI PO Mains Pattern- What to be Asked in Exam?

Negative Marking: 0.25 marks will be deducted for every wrong answer

Name of Tests (Objective) Details
Reasoning & Computer Aptitude 40 questions for 60 marks (50 minutes)
Data Analysis & Interpretation 30 questions for 60 marks (45 minutes)
General/Economy/Banking Awareness 60 questions for 60 marks (45 minutes)
English Language 40 questions for 20 marks (40 minutes)
Total 170 questions for 200 marks (2 hours)
Descriptive Test (Communication Skills)

Emails (1 out of 2 options),
Situation Analysis (1 out of 2 options)
Either report writing or precis writing (one out of 2 options).

03 questions for 30 marks (30 minutes)

Prepare with

FAQs

How many candidates qualified in SBI PO Prelims Exam?

10 times of SBI PO Vacancies i.e. 15802 candidates are shortlisted for SBI PO Mains.

Does the SBI PO Prelims result PDF contain marks?

The merit-list PDF primarily provides the roll numbers of shortlisted candidates. Candidates should check their individual scorecard separately for marks.

Is qualifying SBI PO Prelims enough for final selection?

No. Prelims is a qualifying/shortlisting stage. Candidates must clear the subsequent stages to reach final selection.

What should I do after qualifying SBI PO Prelims?

Download your result, check your scorecard when available and immediately begin Mains-focused preparation, particularly current affairs, banking awareness, advanced reasoning, data analysis and descriptive writing.

What is the SBI PO Mains Exam Date 2026?

The SBI PO Mains examination is scheduled for 12 September 2026.

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