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📋 120 Vacancies 💰 12000
⏰ Last Date: 11-08-2026
Job Overview
Total Vacancies
120
Organisation
Test
Post Category
d
Post Group
8
Pay Scale
12000
Important Dates
Notification Released
01-06-2026
Application Start
15-07-2026
Last Date to Apply
11-08-2026
Application Fee Last Date
11-08-2026
🔴 Application deadline has passed. This recruitment is now closed.
State-wise Vacancy
| State | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Gujarat | 1900 |
| Punjab | 500 |
| UP | 1000 |
* State-wise vacancy figures are as per the official notification and may change.
Category-wise Vacancy
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Genral | 1000 |
| Obc | 1000 |
| SC | 10 |
* Candidates must hold a valid category certificate to claim reservation benefits.
Salary Breakdown by Post
| Post Name | Pay Scale | Approx. Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Probationary Officer (Starting Basic Pay) | Rs. 48,480 (Scale structure base) | Rs. 48,480/month |
| Probationary Officer (Effective Starting Basic) | Rs. 56,480 (Reflecting 4 advance increments) | Rs. 56,480/month |
| Probationary Officer (Gross Monthly Earnings) | Includes DA, HRA, CCA, and special bank perks | Rs. 93,000 - 98,320/month |
| Probationary Officer (Annual Cost to Company) | Initial CTC compiled for major centers like Mumbai | Rs. 21.97 Lakh/annum |
* Salary includes basic pay as per 7th Pay Commission. HRA, DA and other allowances are additional.
Eligibility Criteria
- → Graduation degree in any discipline from a recognized University or Central Govt equivalent qualification
- → Final Year/Semester students can apply provisionally subject to passing graduation on or before 30.09.2026
- → Integrated Dual Degree (IDD) certificates must reflect a passing date on or before 30.09.2026
- → Qualifications such as Chartered Accountant (CA), Cost Accountant, Medical, or Engineering are eligible
- → Age must be between 21 to 30 years as on 01.04.2026 (Born between 02.04.1996 and 01.04.2005 inclusive)
Application Fee
💡 Fee can be paid online via UPI, Net Banking, VISA/Mastercard/RuPay on the official portal.
Selection Process
1
Phase I: Preliminary Online Examination (100 Marks Objective Test, 1 Hour Duration)
2
Phase II: Main Online Examination (200 Marks Objective Test + 50 Marks Descriptive Test)
3
Phase III: Psychometric Test followed by Group Exercises (20 Marks) & Interview (30 Marks)
4
Final Merit List: Calculated using a normalized aggregate of Phase II and Phase III scores (75:25 ratio)
How to Apply Online
1
Go to the official State Bank of India website at sbi.bank.in and open the Careers section.
2
Locate the Current Openings segment and select the entry for Recruitment of Probationary Officers.
3
Complete the step-by-step registration to generate your unique registration number and password.
4
Fill in your accurate personal, educational, and communication details.
5
Upload clear scans of your photograph, signature, left thumb impression, and the handwritten declaration text.
6
Pay the application fee of Rs. 750 online via internet banking, credit/debit card, or UPI (exempt categories skip this).
7
Submit the form online, then download and print the final application form along with the fee e-receipt.
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Height Requirements
| Category | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| General | 165 cm | 152 cm |
| OBC | 163 cm | 150 cm |
| SC/ST | 160 cm | 147 cm |
Chest Requirements
| Category | Unexpanded | Expanded |
|---|---|---|
| General | 76 cm | 81 cm |
| OBC | 76 cm | 81 cm |
| SC/ST | 74 cm | 79 cm |
Physical Standards
Weight Requirement
As per height and age, per medical fitness standards
Vision Standard
6/6 in one eye and 6/9 in the other, correctable to 6/6
Relaxation of 5 cm in height and 5 kg in weight for candidates from hill areas and Scheduled Tribes as per government norms.
PET / PST (Physical Efficiency Test) Standards
| Test | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2.4 km Run | Male: 10 min 30 sec | Female: 13 min |
| Push-ups | Male: 40 | Female: 15 |
| Pull-ups | Male: 6 | Female: 2 |
| Sit-ups | Male: 30 | Female: 25 |
| Squats | Both: 2 sets of 30 reps | |
| Lunges | Both: 2 sets of 10 reps per leg | |
| Swimming | Both: Basic swimming knowledge required |
PET / PST Details
Running
1600 meters in 6 minutes 30 seconds
Long Jump
3.65 meters (3 chances)
High Jump
3.65 meters (3 chances)
Shot Put
4.5 meters (using 7.26 kg shot)
Swimming
Not applicable for this post
Cycling
1 km in 5 minutes
Other Physical Tests
Candidates must also clear a basic stamina test consisting of 10 push-ups within 2 minutes.
ET is qualifying in nature. Candidates who fail will not be considered for further stages regardless of written exam marks.
Medical Standards
Eye Vision
6/6, 6/9 (correctable with glasses)
Colour Blindness
Not permitted — CP-III standard required
Knock Knee
Not permitted
Flat Foot
Not permitted
Hearing
Normal hearing in both ears, no hearing aid permitted
Tattoo Policy
Permitted only on the inner side of the forearm or inside of the palm; not allowed on face, neck, or exposed body parts
Final medical examination will be conducted by designated railway/government hospitals only. Candidates found medically unfit at any stage will be disqualified even after selection.
Training
Training Duration
26 weeks (approx. 6 months)
Training Location
Zonal Railway Training Institute (ZRTI), location assigned post-selection
Probation
2 years from the date of joining
Bond Period
None
Training includes both classroom instruction and hands-on field training. A qualifying test is conducted at the end of training before confirmation.
Reservation
PwBD
4% horizontal reservation across all categories
Women
As per applicable central/state government policy — no separate reservation unless notified
Sports Quota
2 posts reserved for national/state-level sports achievers
Ex-servicemen
10% horizontal reservation as per Government of India norms
Horizontal Reservation:
PwBD - 4%
Ex-servicemen - 10%
Economically Weaker Section (EWS) - 10%
Candidates claiming reservation must upload valid certificates issued by competent authority at the time of document verification.
PwBD - 4%
Ex-servicemen - 10%
Economically Weaker Section (EWS) - 10%
Candidates claiming reservation must upload valid certificates issued by competent authority at the time of document verification.
Documents Required
Aadhaar Card (Mandatory biometric/data verification for 2026 session)
Scanned Passport Size Photograph (File rules apply)
Scanned Signature (Using black ink on white paper)
Left-hand Thumb Impression scan
Handwritten Declaration scan
Graduation Marksheets / Degree Certificates (To prove passing date constraint)
Recruitment Overview
This recruitment drive is one of the largest technical hiring cycles conducted this year, aimed at strengthening the signal and telecom workforce across multiple zones. It reflects a broader push toward modernizing railway infrastructure.
About the Organization
The organization has a legacy of over seven decades in public transportation and is one of the largest employers in the country, known for structured career paths and long-term job stability.
About the Job Profile
This is a technical, field-oriented role suited for candidates who enjoy hands-on problem solving and are comfortable working in outdoor conditions. It combines routine maintenance work with occasional high-pressure fault resolution during operational emergencies.
Career Opportunities
Beyond departmental promotions, technical staff can pursue specialized certifications that open doors to supervisory roles, and some employees transition into training or safety inspection roles later in their careers.
Preparation Tips
Focus equally on technical trade knowledge and general awareness, since technical papers tend to have a high weightage of trade-specific questions. Practicing previous years' papers is especially useful for the numerical and reasoning sections.
JobDex Expert Advice
Candidates should prioritize physical fitness preparation early, since many aspirants clear the written exam but get eliminated at the PET stage due to lack of practice. Start training at least 2 months before the expected PET date.
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