SBI PO Prelims Result 2026 Declared: Check Qualifying Status for 1,500 Probationary Officer Vacancies
The State Bank of India (SBI) has officially released the results for the Probationary Officer (PO) preliminary examination conducted in 2026. Aspirants who appeared for the exam on August 1 and 2 can now access their qualifying status via the bank’s official recruitment portal, sbi.bank.in.
This highly anticipated result marks a pivotal milestone for candidates aiming to secure one of the 1,500 Probationary Officer vacancies currently open at India’s largest public sector bank. The preliminary exam serves as the initial screening stage, filtering candidates for the more rigorous Main examination that follows.
Understanding the Screening Process
The preliminary examination held in early August assessed candidates across three core sections: English Language, Quantitative Aptitude, and Reasoning Ability. Successful candidates who have cleared the required cut-off thresholds are now eligible to move forward to the Mains stage of the recruitment process.
How to Access Your Results
Candidates can follow these steps to check their status:
- Visit the official SBI Careers portal.
- Navigate to the “Current Openings” or “Recruitment Results” section.
- Search for the recruitment notice labeled Advertisement No. CRPD/PO/2026-27/09.
- Click on the link titled “Preliminary Examination Result.”
- A PDF document will open; candidates can use the
Ctrl + Fcommand on their keyboards to search for their specific roll number within the list. - Once verified, it is recommended to download and save a copy of the document for future reference.
Alternatively, candidates can access the direct portal link here.
What Happens Next?
With the preliminary stage concluded, those who have qualified should immediately pivot their focus toward preparing for the SBI PO Mains examination. The bank is expected to release further details regarding the syllabus, venue, and exam dates for the next stage on its official website.
Candidates are strongly advised to keep a close watch on the official SBI portal for timely updates regarding the recruitment timeline. As this is a highly competitive process, staying informed about the next steps is essential for all shortlisted aspirants.
