The SBI PO Pre-Examination Training (PET) is a free, online facility that the State Bank of India offers to SC, ST, OBC, and PwBD candidates who have applied for the Probationary Officer recruitment 2026. It is designed to familiarize first-time and underprivileged aspirants with the exam pattern before they sit for the actual SBI PO Prelims. This guide covers everything you need to know about SBI PO PET 2026 eligibility, the schedule, how to opt in, and how the call letter and training intimation will reach you.
SBI PO Pre-Examination Training (PET)
Pre-Examination Training is a government-mandated facility that public sector banks like SBI provide to candidates from reserved categories before a recruitment exam. As per the SBI PO 2026 notification (Advt. No. CRPD/PO/2026-27/09), the Bank will conduct this training in online mode for SC, ST, OBC, and PwBD candidates, in line with guidelines issued by the Government of India. The idea is simple: give eligible candidates a structured orientation to the exam process so that lack of exposure doesn't become a barrier to a fair shot at selection.
It's worth noting that PET is not a substitute for self-preparation. It does not replace studying the syllabus, practicing mock tests, or revising concepts; it simply helps candidates understand the exam structure, the online testing environment, and what to expect on exam day.
Who is eligible for SBI PO PET 2026?
According to the official notification, the pre-exam training facility is available only to candidates belonging to these categories:
- Scheduled Caste (SC)
- Scheduled Tribe (ST)
- Other Backward Classes (OBC) — non-creamy layer
- Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD)
Candidates from the Unreserved (UR) and EWS categories are not covered under this facility. If you belong to one of the eligible categories, you must actively choose to take the training; it isn't applied automatically.
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SBI PO PET 2026 Tentative Schedule
Since the training is conducted in July 2026, right after the application window closes, eligible candidates should keep an eye on their registered email and phone for updates well before the prelims begin.
How to opt for SBI PO pre-exam training while applying?
There's no separate form or portal for PET the option is built right into the main SBI PO online application. Here's how it works:
- While filling out the online application form between 18.06.2026 and 08.07.2026, look for the column related to pre-examination training.
- Tick or select the option to opt in if you wish to avail the training and belong to an eligible category.
- Complete the rest of your application as usual and submit it before the deadline.
How to download the SBI PO PET Call Letter?
Candidates who opt for training don't need to wait for a physical call letter in the post; SBI's process is entirely digital:
- Login to the SBI careers portal using your registration number and date of birth.
- The bank will send the schedule of the pre-examination training to your registered email ID and mobile number via SMS.
- No hard copy of the SBI PO PET call letter or schedule will be sent by post, so keep your contact details active and check them regularly.
Benefits of Attending SBI PO Pre-Exam Training
For eligible candidates, especially first-generation aspirants or those without access to formal coaching, PET can make a real difference:
- It's completely free of cost, so there's no fee for attending.
- It gives you a feel for the online exam interface, which is especially useful if you haven't taken a computer-based test before.
- It helps reduce exam-day anxiety by making the process feel familiar rather than unknown.
- It's an official, bank-run initiative, so the guidance you receive is directly tied to what SBI's recruitment process actually expects.
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