The official SBI PO interview and group exercises 2026 are scheduled from 18.11.2026 onwards. For further updates, candidates can check the official SBI portal.

SBI PO 2026 Interview & Phase-III Schedule

• Psychometric Test: 31st October 2026

• Group Exercise & Personal Interview: from 18th November.2026 onwards (Group Exercise carries 20 marks, and the Personal Interview carries 30 marks)

• Final Result Declaration: December 2026

The selection of candidates will be done in 3 stages: Prelims, Mains, and Phase III (Psychometric Test, Group Exercise, and Interview). Candidates who pass the prelims exam can attend the mains exam, and likewise, for the interview, candidates who clear the mains exam can attend.

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SBI PO Interview Exam Date 2026

• The SBI PO 2026 interview is scheduled from 18.11.2026 onwards.

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SBI PO Group Discussion Date 2026

• The SBI PO 2026 group discussion is tentatively scheduled from 18.11.2026 onwards.

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SBI PO Exam Date 2026 Important Dates

Here are the important dates with the SBI PO 2026 exam schedule details to align and execute your preparation for sure-shot success.

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SBI PO 2026 Exam Schedule

The timeline of events in the SBI PO recruitment cycle from notification, apply online process, PET training, admit card dates, prelims and mains exam dates, result dates, psychometric test, interview dates, till the final result are included in this list.

• Notification 2026 - 18th June 2026
• Apply Online Starts 2026 - 18th June 2026
• Last date for SBI PO apply online 2026 - 8-7-2026
• Pre-Examination Training Materials - 17th July 2026
• Admit Card for Preliminary Exam - 22nd July 2026 onwards
• SBI PO Preliminary Exam Schedule 2026 - 1st & 2nd August 2026
• Prelims Results - 28th August 2026
• Admit Card for Mains Exam - 2nd September 2026
• SBI PO Mains Exam Schedule 2026 - 12th September 2026
• Mains Results - 15th October 2026
• Psychometric Test - 31st October 2026
• Interview / Group Exercise - from 18th November 2026 onwards.
• Final Result - December 2026

SBI PO 2026 Exam Overview

Candidates should know the complete details about the recruitment to stay ahead in their preparation.

Steps to Check the SBI PO 2026 Exam Dates

• Visit the official SBI Careers website and open the current SBI PO Recruitment 2026 notice or recruitment page.
• Select the Current Openings or SBI PO Notification 2026 section.
• Check the Recruitment Schedule table or Important Dates listed in the notification.
• Get to know the SBI bank PO exam date 2026 for pre, mains, and interview rounds.
• Verify the preliminary exam, main exam, admit card, and other recruitment stages' tentative or official dates.

Importance of Knowing the Exam Date Of SBI PO 2026

• Plan Your Study: Having a realistic study plan and finishing the syllabus on time are made easier when you are aware of the exam date.
• Effective Revision Management: You can set aside enough time for review, practice exams, and assessing your areas of weakness before the examination.
• Keep tabs on significant events: The exam date allows you to stay current on associated activities such as admit card release, result dates, and interview schedule.
• Avoid Last-Minute Stress: Early awareness of the timetable helps you prepare paperwork, arrange travel, and avoid unneeded exam-day anxiety.
• Boost Your Chances of Success: Your confidence and overall exam results are improved by a well-thought-out preparation plan based on the approved timeline.

FAQs

Q. Does SBI PO occur twice a year?

No. The SBI PO probationary officer exam is conducted only once a year.

Q. Is the SBI PO Exam Date 2026 officially announced?

Yes. The prelims exam schedule has been fixed on 1st & 2nd August 2026.

Q. When will SBI PO Prelims 2026 be conducted?

The SBI PO Prelims Exam is scheduled for 1st & 2nd August 2026.

Q. What is the SBI PO Mains Exam Date 2026?

The SBI PO Mains Exam is scheduled for 12th September 2026.

Q. How many vacancies are announced in SBI PO 2026?

SBI announces a total of 1500 vacancies for Probationary Officer recruitment in 2026.

Q. How should I prepare according to the SBI PO Exam schedule 2026?

Candidates should focus on prelims preparation first, followed by mains sections such as banking awareness, reasoning ability, English language, current affairs, data analysis, and the descriptive paper.

Q. What happens after SBI PO Mains?

Candidates shortlisted in the mains exam will be called for the Psychometric Test, Group Exercise, and Interview stages.

Q. When is the SBI PO 2026 interview scheduled to be held?

The SBI PO 2026 interview is scheduled to be held from 18th November 2026.