SBI PO Age Limit 2026 — Check Your Eligibility by Category
The SBI Probationary Officer (PO) (2026) sets the age limit at 21–30 years for General category candidates, calculated as on 1 April 2026. Reserved categories receive relaxation: OBC candidates get 33 years, SC/ST candidates 35 years, and PwD candidates 40 years upper limit.
Category-Wise Age Limits
| Category | Min Age | Max Age | Relaxation |
|---|---|---|---|
| General / Unreserved | 21 years | 30 years | - |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 21 years | 33 years | +3 yrs |
| SC / ST | 21 years | 35 years | +5 yrs |
| PwD (Persons with Disabilities) | 21 years | 40 years | +10 yrs |
| Ex-Servicemen | 21 years | 35 years | +5 yrs |
Eligible Date of Birth (DOB) Range for SBI PO 2026
To qualify for the 2026 cycle, your birth date must fall within the dates specified below for your category (calculated as of the age count date: 1 April 2026).
General / EWS (Unreserved) 21-30 Years
📅 Candidate must be born between:
2 April 1996 to 1 April 2005
(Both dates inclusive)
OBC Category (3 Year Relaxation) 21-33 Years
📅 Candidate must be born between:
2 April 1993 to 1 April 2005
(Both dates inclusive)
SC / ST Category (5 Year Relaxation) 21-35 Years
📅 Candidate must be born between:
2 April 1991 to 1 April 2005
(Both dates inclusive)
PwD Category (10 Year Relaxation) 21-40 Years
📅 Candidate must be born between:
2 April 1986 to 1 April 2005
(Both dates inclusive)
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Check Your Eligibility →Detailed Age Limit Information
📋 Age Criteria
- Minimum Age: 21 years
- Maximum Age (General): 30 years
- Age Calculation Date: 1 April 2026
- Conducting Body: State Bank of India
🎯 Attempts Limit
- General: 4
- OBC: 7
- SC/ST: Unlimited
Age Relaxation Rules
Standard Relaxations
- OBC (NCL): 3 years relaxation
- SC/ST: 5 years relaxation
- PwD: 10 years relaxation
- Ex-Servicemen: 5 years after service
Important Notes
- • Relaxations are applied on the upper age limit only
- • Minimum age remains same for all categories
- • Cumulative relaxations apply for eligible candidates
- • Always verify with official notification
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the age limit for SBI PO 2026?
A: The SBI PO 2026 age limit is 21-30 years for General category candidates. CRPD/PO/2026-27/09 notification offers 1,500 PO posts; applications close 8 July 2026. Age is calculated as on 1st April 2026.
Q: What is the SBI PO age limit for OBC candidates?
A: OBC candidates get 3 years relaxation with a maximum age limit of 33 years for SBI PO 2026.
Q: What is the SBI PO age limit for SC/ST candidates?
A: SC/ST candidates get 5 years relaxation with a maximum age limit of 35 years for SBI PO 2026.
Q: How many attempts are allowed in SBI PO?
A: General / EWS category candidates are allowed 4 attempts; OBC / General (PwBD) / OBC (PwBD) candidates are allowed 7 attempts; SC / ST candidates have no attempt limit. Note: An attempt is counted only if you actually appear in the Main Examination (Preliminary examination appearance does not count).
Q: On which date is age calculated for SBI PO?
A: Age is calculated as on 1st April of the examination year (01-04-2026 for SBI PO 2026).
Q: Can I apply for SBI PO if I am 30 years old?
A: Yes, if you are exactly 30 years old as on 1st April 2026, you are eligible for SBI PO under General category.
Q: What is the age relaxation for PwD in SBI PO?
A: PwD candidates get 10 years relaxation with a maximum age limit of 40 years for SBI PO 2026.
Q: What is the minimum age for SBI PO?
A: The minimum age for SBI PO is 21 years as on 1st April 2026.
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Try the Age Calculator →Age limits are based on the 2026 official notification released by State Bank of India. Last verified: 2026-07-05. Always check the official notification at State Bank of India website