State Bank of India (SBI) plans to recruit 1,500 probationary officers in 2026. According to the reports, the application window closes on July 8. After applications close, the bank expects to complete the recruitment process by December. The recruitment is intended to support SBI’s staffing needs and drive business growth, as described by one outlet, though both sources focus on the same key timetable and recruitment figure. The published information indicates that candidates must submit applications before the July 8 deadline and that SBI aims to conclude the overall selection and related steps by December. No additional details about eligibility criteria, exam dates, or other stages are provided in the excerpts shared. Overall, the outlets agree on the number of positions (1,500), the application deadline (July 8), and the target timeline for completing the recruitment process (by December).