State Bank of India Onboarded 541 Probationary Officers As part of Major Hiring

SBI onboarded 541 Probationary Officers, marking progress toward its target of hiring 18,000 personnel this financial year. It is part of SBI's larger plan to recruit approximately 18,000 people for the coming year.

The State Bank of India (SBI), as India’s largest public sector bank, continues to play an important role in the country’s financial system. SBI has officially onboarded 541 newly selected Probationary Officers (POs) as part of its latest recruitment cycle. This move underscores SBI’s continued commitment to strengthening its workforce and supporting its expanding operations across the country.

The current recruitment round for Probationary Officers is one of several staffing initiatives planned by SBI for 2025–26. The bank is expected to announce more openings for Junior Associates (Clerks), Specialist Officers (SO), and Credit Analysts in the coming months.

SBI Onboards 541 Probationary Officers as Part of Its Major Hiring Drive

The State Bank of India (SBI) has taken a significant step in its large-scale recruitment strategy by onboarding 541 Probationary Officers (POs). This move aligns with the bank’s plan to hire around 18,000 employees during the current financial year, strengthening its workforce and operational capabilities across India.

SBI Onboarding: Key Highlights
Bank Name	State Bank of India (SBI)
Post Name	Probationary Officer (PO)
Number of Officers Onboarded	541
Financial Year Plan	2025-26
Total Planned Hires	18,000 employees
Recruitment Process	National-level competitive examination
Training Duration	Phase-wise induction and practical training

Induction and Training Program

The newly joined POs have been assigned to different circles and training centers across India. The initial phase of their journey includes a structured induction program focusing on:

Branch operations and credit management
Digital banking and customer engagement
Compliance and financial literacy
Leadership and professional development

This program aims to help recruits understand SBI’s core banking systems, digital transformation initiatives, and customer-centric service culture.

SBI’s Strategic Recruitment Plan

SBI’s latest addition to its workforce showcases its focus on nurturing young talent and ensuring efficient service delivery in an evolving digital banking environment. The onboarding of these 541 officers marks the beginning of a broader hiring initiative designed to meet the bank’s long-term human resource goals. According to SBI officials, the recruitment aligns with the institution’s broader vision to improve customer service and strengthen its leadership pipeline across rural and urban branches.