What is the age limit for SBI PO?

21-30 for General. OBC: 33, SC/ST: 35, PwBD: 40.

Why is SBI PO minimum age 21?

SBI requires a higher minimum age, effectively ensuring candidates have completed graduation by the time they join.

Is age calculated on 1st April?

Yes, SBI typically calculates age as on 1st April of the recruitment year, unlike IBPS which uses 1st August.

Can I apply for both SBI PO and IBPS PO?

Yes, most candidates apply for both. The age limits are nearly identical (SBI: 21-30, IBPS: 20-30).

Is there relaxation for ex-bank employees?

SBI may provide additional relaxation for candidates with banking experience — check the specific notification.

SBI PO Age Limit 2026 — Category-Wise Relaxation

SBI PO Age Limit 2026 — Category-Wise Requirements & Relaxation

Last updated: 7 March 2026

SBI PO 2026 Overview

The SBI PO Age Limit is 21–30 years for General category. Note the minimum age is 21 (not 20 like IBPS PO), effectively requiring candidates to have completed at least 3 years of post-12th education before applying.

SBI PO 2026 Age Limit

General: 21–30 years
OBC: 21–33 years
SC/ST: 21–35 years
PwBD: 21–40 years

SBI calculates age as on 1st April of the recruitment year. This differs from IBPS which typically uses 1st August. Use our Age Calculator to verify.

SBI PO vs IBPS PO Age Comparison

SBI PO: 21-30 (minimum 21) vs IBPS PO: 20-30 (minimum 20)
The 1-year higher minimum in SBI means candidates must wait till 21 to apply
Upper limit is same at 30 for both

SBI PO Age Limit — Detailed Breakdown

Age Summary

General: 21–30
OBC: 21–33
SC/ST: 21–35
PwBD: 21–40

Check Your Age Eligibility

Check if you meet the age requirement for SBI PO. Our calculator shows your exact age on the cut-off date with category-wise relaxation (OBC, SC/ST, PH, Ex-Servicemen).