SarkariResultHome.comSBI Circle-Based Officer (CBO) Syllabus 2026: Topic-wise Details
Written by Parth on 10 Oct 2026 · Organisation: State Bank of India · State: All India
The Circle-Based Officer (CBO) syllabus of State Bank of India (SBI) is available on its official website. Here is a simple guide to what to read and how to plan.
The direct links are in the Important Links table below.
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SBI Circle-Based Officer (CBO) Syllabus 2026: Exam Date & Pattern
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SBI Circle-Based Officer (CBO) Selection Process & Exam Details
Selection normally runs in this order for this kind of Sarkari Naukri. The official notice has the final word, so check it for the exact rounds.
- Written Examination
- Interview
Circle-Based Officer (CBO): What This Page Covers
This page puts together the exam overview of Circle-Based Officer (CBO) with the exam pattern, the syllabus, the topic lists and the selection stages, in the order a student needs them.
- First comes the exam overview: who conducts the exam, its level, mode, language and marking.
- Next are the pattern and subject-wise syllabus tables, with the marks, subject names and figures exactly as the source gives them.
- At the end you will find a preparation plan and the questions students ask most.
Circle-Based Officer (CBO): CBO Exam - Overview Syllabus
Check the cbo exam - overview syllabus for Circle-Based Officer (CBO) in the table below.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Exam Conducting Authority | State Bank of India (SBI) |
| Post Name | Circle-Based Officer (CBO) |
| Selection Process | Online Test, Screening, Interview, Language Proficiency Test |
| Objective Test Marks | 120 Marks |
| Descriptive Test Marks | 50 Marks |
| Interview Marks | 50 Marks |
| Mode of Examination | Online |
| Negative Marking | No |
Circle-Based Officer (CBO): CBO 2026
Check the cbo 2026 for Circle-Based Officer (CBO) in the table below.
In short: time: 30 minutes; negative marking: none.
| SBI CBO Exam Pattern 2026 |
|---|
| Sections |
| English Language |
| Banking Knowledge |
| General Awareness/Economy |
| Computer Aptitude |
| Total |
Circle-Based Officer (CBO): CBO Descriptive Test
CBO Descriptive Test of Circle-Based Officer (CBO):
In short: time: 30 minutes; negative marking: none.
| SBI CBO Descriptive Test |
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| Topics |
| Letter Writing |
| Essay-250 words on banking-related Topics |
| Total |
Circle-Based Officer (CBO): Best Books for CBO Preparation 2026
Check the best books for cbo preparation 2026 for Circle-Based Officer (CBO) in the table below.
In short: time: 30 minutes; negative marking: none.
| Subject | Recommended Books |
|---|---|
| Banking Awareness | Banking Awareness by Arihant |
| English | Objective General English by S.P. Bakshi |
| Current Affairs | Monthly Banking Capsules |
| Computer Aptitude | Objective Computer Awareness by Arihant |
| Descriptive English | Essay and Letter Writing Practice Book |
Circle-Based Officer (CBO): CBO Selection Process and Final Merit List
CBO Selection Process and Final Merit List of Circle-Based Officer (CBO):
| Selection Stage | Weightage | Details |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Online Examination (Objective + Descriptive Tests) | 75% | Marks obtained in both the Objective and Descriptive Tests are considered for the final merit list. |
| 2. Interview | 25% | Candidates are assessed on their communication skills, banking knowledge, professional experience, and awareness of current affairs. |
| Final Merit List | 100% | Prepared based on the combined weighted scores of the Online Examination (75%) and the Interview (25%). |
Circle-Based Officer (CBO): Local Language Proficiency Test
The table below gives the local language proficiency test of Circle-Based Officer (CBO), as it is given in the source.
| Local Languages for SBI CBO Circles |
|---|
| Circle |
| Ahmedabad |
| Amaravati |
| Bengaluru |
| Bhopal |
| Bhubaneswar |
| Chandigarh |
| Chennai |
| North Eastern |
| Hyderabad |
| Jaipur |
| Lucknow |
| Kolkata |
| Maharashtra |
| Mumbai Metro |
| New Delhi |
| Thiruvananthapuram |
Circle-Based Officer (CBO): Local Language Proficiency Test
Check the local language proficiency test for Circle-Based Officer (CBO) in the table below.
| Also Read: |
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| SBI CBO Salary 2026 |
| SBI CBO Eligibility Criteria 2026 |
Circle-Based Officer (CBO): CBO 2026 Subject-wise
The list below is for Circle-Based Officer (CBO).
- English Language
- General Awareness/Economy
- Banking Knowledge
- Computer Aptitude
Circle-Based Officer (CBO): How to Use the Pattern and Syllabus
- Read the exam overview above first, so you know who conducts the exam, its mode, language and marking before you study.
- This page has more than one pattern table, one for each paper or post group. Read the table that matches your own post or paper first.
- Copy the subject-wise topics into a notebook or sheet and tick each topic as read, revised and tested.
Circle-Based Officer (CBO): Step-by-Step Preparation Plan
- Read the exam overview and the pattern table carefully and note the points that matter for your paper.
- Turn the subject-wise syllabus into a checklist of topics.
- Solve previous papers every week and keep a small notebook of the mistakes you made.
- Open the official notice once a month, because the board can change the syllabus or the pattern.
How SBI selects candidates
Officers usually clear an online first exam, a main exam and then a psychometric test, group exercise and interview. Clerks take a first and main exam and a local language test. Every stage carries negative marking in objective papers, so accuracy is as important as speed.
Read more on the SBI company page or visit the official website at sbi.co.in.
Earlier SBI Notifications
Earlier SBI notifications we have tracked, for comparison. Tap a title to open it, or see all SBI updates.
| Update | Type | Posts | Key date |
|---|---|---|---|
| SBI CBO Syllabus 2026: Topic-wise Details | Syllabus | — | 27 Oct 2026 |
| SBI PO Syllabus 2026 & Exam Pattern | Syllabus | — | 27 Oct 2026 |
| SBI Apprentice Detailed Syllabus 2026 & Exam Pattern | Syllabus | — | 12 Oct 2026 |
| SBI Clerk Prelims Mains Scheme, Duration Syllabus 2026 & Exam Pattern | Syllabus | — | 12 Oct 2026 |
| SBI Apprentice Syllabus 2026 | Syllabus | — | 09 Oct 2026 |
| SBI Clerk Check Prelims and Mains Syllabus 2026 | Syllabus | 590 | 09 Oct 2026 |
SBI Circle-Based Officer (CBO) Syllabus: Important Links
| Link | Open |
|---|---|
| Official website | sbi.co.in |
| All SBI updates | Open SBI Recruitment |
| SBI latest jobs | View jobs |
| SBI admit cards | View admit cards |
| SBI results | View results |
SBI Circle-Based Officer (CBO) Syllabus: Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I download the official Circle-Based Officer (CBO) syllabus or notice?
Use the official link in the Important Links table of this page or open the website of SBI. The official document is the final word if anything changes.
Can the Circle-Based Officer (CBO) syllabus or pattern change?
Yes. The conducting body may revise the syllabus or the pattern in a new notice, so check the official notice before you start and again before the exam.
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Source and Credit
Credit for the original information goes to State Bank of India, whose syllabus and exam pattern notice we used on its official website sbi.co.in. We have put the information in our own words and layout. The official website is the final word, so please check it before you apply, pay a fee or travel.
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