SBI PO Prelims and Mains - Full Course
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SBI PO Selection Process
SBI selection process is conducted in two phases. A candidate must qualify for the first phase to proceed to the next phase.
SBI PO Preliminary Exam
- It is Computer Based examination
- SBI shortlists candidates in each category (General/ SC/ST/PWBD) for the Main Examination
SBI PO Mains Exam
- It is a Computer Based examination
- The candidates qualifying for the preliminary examination appear for this examination
- The candidates must qualify the sectional and an overall cutoff in the main exam
- There is a different cut-off list for qualifying the Main examination for each category (General/ SC/ST/PWBD)
SBI PO Exam Pattern
SBI PO Preliminary Examination - Computer Based Examination- Objective Paper
The Section-wise details are given below:
| Section | No. of MCQs/Questions | Maximum Marks | Medium of Exam | Time allotted for each test |
| English Language | 30 | 30 | English | 20 minutes |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 35 | 35 | English and Hindi | 20 minutes |
| Reasoning | 35 | 35 | English and Hindi | 20 minutes |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
Note: Negative marking of 1/4th of marks assigned to that question for every wrong answer
There is no sectional cut-off SBI PO Prelims Exam.
SBI does not fix the cut-off marks. Instead, it decides to depend on the question paper. An adequate number of candidates in each category are shortlisted for the Mains examination depending upon requirements.
Prelims exam is only qualifying, which means marks obtained in the Prelims exam will not be added anywhere else.
SBI PO Main Examination - Computer Based Examination - Objective paper
| Section | No. of MCQs/Questions | Total Marks Allotted | Medium of Exam | Time allotted for each test |
| Reasoning Ability and Computer Aptitude | 45 | 60 | English and Hindi | 60 minutes |
| General/Economy/Banking Awareness | 40 | 40 | English and Hindi | 35 minutes |
| English Language | 35 | 40 | English | 40 minutes |
| Data Analysis & Interpretation | 35 | 60 | English and Hindi | 45 minutes |
| Total | 155 | 200 | 3 hours |
Note: Negative marking of 1/4th of marks assigned to that question for every wrong answer
Each candidate will be required to get a minimum score in each section of the Main Exam.
They should also get a minimum total score to qualify for the next phase.
Depending on the number of vacancies available in different States/UTs wise, cut-offs will be decided. The candidates are then considered for provisional allotment.
Before the completion of the provisional allotment process, the Main Exam scores of the candidate are not disclosed.
SBI PO Exam Syllabus
SBI PO Exam Syllabus
| Quantitative Aptitude | Reasoning Ability | English Language | General Awareness |
| SERIES | BLOOD RELATION | VOCABULARY | BANKING & FINANCIAL AWARENESS |
| SURDS AND INDICES | RANKING AND TIME SEQUENCE TEST | NOUN | IMPORTANT PLACES |
| SIMPLIFICATION AND APPROXIMATION | DIRECTION AND DISTANCE | ARTICLES | IMPORTANT DATES |
| PERCENTAGE | SEATING ARRANGEMENT | PRONOUNS | IMPORTANT PERSONS |
| PROFIT AND LOSS | PUZZLES | FUNDAMENTALS OF SENTENCE | IMPORTANT ORGANISATIONS |
| RATIO, PROPORTION, AND PARTNERSHIP | ALPHABET TEST (ALPHABETS/ NUMBERS/ SYMBOL) | TENSES | NATIONAL NEWS |
| AVERAGE | INEQUALITY | VERBS | INTERNATIONAL NEWS |
| MIXTURES AND ALLIGATION | SYLLOGISM | SUBJECT-VERB AGREEMENT | BOOKS & AUTHOR |
| SIMPLE INTEREST AND COMPOUND INTEREST | CODING-DECODING | ADJECTIVES | IMPORTANT DATE & DAYS |
| TIME AND WORK | INPUT-OUTPUT | ADVERB | FAMOUS PERSON & PLACES |
| TIME, SPEED, AND DISTANCE | DATA SUFFICIENCY | PREPOSITION | NEW APPOINTMENTS |
| INEQUALITY | DECISION MAKING | CONJUNCTION | SPORTS & AWARDS |
| MENSURATION 2-D | STATEMENT AND ASSUMPTIONS | REARRANGEMENT | OBITUARY |
| MENSURATION 3-D | STATEMENT AND CONCLUSION | CLOZE TEST | IMPORTANT MEETING & SUMMITS |
| PERMUTATIONS AND COMBINATIONS | STATEMENT AND INFERENCE | CONNECTORS | FULL FORMS |
| PROBABILITY | STATEMENT AND ARGUMENT | PARA BASED QUESTIONS | NEW GOVERNMENT SCHEME |
| LINE GRAPH | COURSE OF ACTION | READING COMPREHENSION | SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY |
| BAR GRAPH | CAUSE AND EFFECTS | ESSAY WRITING | INDEX & REPORTS |
| DATA TABLE | LETTER WRITING | ECONOMY & BUSINESS | |
| PIE CHART | PRECIS WRITING | MOU | |
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| ARITHMETIC DI | |||
| DATA ANALYSIS | |||
| DATA SUFFICIENCY |
SBI PO Eligibility Criteria
SBI PO Eligibility Criteria
SBI PO eligibility criteria are based on four parameters:
- Educational Qualification - Bachelor’s degree (any stream) from a recognized university. Those who are in the Final Year/ Semester of their Graduation may also apply provisionally subject to the condition that, if called for an interview, they will have to produce proof of having passed the graduation examination on or before 31.12.2021.
- Age Limit - Not below 21 years and not above 30 years as on 01.04.2021 i.e. candidates must have been born not later than 01.04.2000 and not earlier than 02.04.1991 (both days inclusive)
- Nationality - Citizen of India, Nepal, or Bhutan
- Computer Literacy
How to Apply for SBI PO Exam
Candidates can apply online for the exam on the official website of the SBI.
Steps to Apply
- Click on ‘Click Here for New Registration’
- Enter the email address and mobile number
- A provisional registration number and password will be sent to the registered email address and registered mobile number
FAQs
Q. What is the mode of registration?
Ans. The registration can be done only through online mode.
Q. What is the educational qualification for an SBI PO Recruitment?
Ans. A candidate appearing for the SBI PO exam must be a graduate of any stream.
Q. Are graduation marks required to qualify for the SBI PO Exam?
Ans. Graduation marks are not considered as eligibility criteria for the SBI PO Exams. However, the candidate must be a graduate in any stream, from a recognized University, or any institution recognized by the Central Government with equivalent qualification.
Q. Is the SBI PO exam bilingual?
Ans. Yes, the SBI PO Exam is conducted in English and Hindi language. However, the English language section is in English only.
Q. Is there any group discussion or personal interview after qualifying for the Mains exam?
Ans. YES, there is a group discussion and personal interview after qualifying for the Mains exam.