SBI PO
The SBI PO (State Bank of India Probationary Officer) exam is one of the most sought-after banking exams in India, offering a prestigious position in the banking sector.
About SBI PO
The SBI PO exam requires a solid strategy and comprehensive course covering all exam components. Here’s an in-depth overview of the SBI PO exam, its structure, syllabus, and recommended preparation approach.
Eligibility Criteria
- Educational Qualification: Graduation in any discipline from a recognized university.
- Age Limit: Generally, between 21 to 30 years, with age relaxation for reserved categories as per government norms.
- Nationality: Indian citizens or individuals with valid eligibility documents.
Important Dates
• Notification Release: Usually in April/May.
• Application Start Date: Around May.
• Prelims Exam Date: Typically July/August.
• Mains Exam Date: August/September.
• Interview: After Mains results (generally in October/November).
• Final Result Declaration: Usually in November.
Exam Pattern
Prelims Exam Pattern
- Sections: English Language, Quantitative Aptitude, and Reasoning Ability.
- Duration: 1 hour (20 minutes per section).
- Total Marks: 100 marks (100 questions).
- Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted for each incorrect answer.
Section | No. of Questions | Marks | Time |
English Language | 30 | 30 | 20 min |
Quantitative Aptitude | 35 | 35 | 20 min |
Reasoning Ability | 35 | 35 | 20 min |
Mains Exam Pattern
- Sections: Reasoning & Computer Aptitude, Data Analysis & Interpretation, General/Economy/Banking Awareness, English Language.
- Duration: 3 hours, plus 30 minutes for the descriptive section.
- Total Marks: 200 marks for objective sections + 50 marks for descriptive (Letter and Essay Writing).
- Negative Marking: 0.25 marks for each wrong answer in objective sections.
Section | No. of Questions | Marks | Time |
Reasoning & Computer Aptitude | 45 | 60 | 60 mint |
Data Analysis & Interpretation | 35 | 60 | 45 mint |
General Awareness | 40 | 40 | 35 mint |
English Language | 35 | 40 | 40 mint |
Descriptive Test | 2 | 50 | 30 mint |
Interview and Group Discussion
- Group Discussion: 20 marks
- Interview: 30 marks
- Total Marks: 50
Syllabus
Prelims Syllabus
- English Language: Reading Comprehension, Cloze Test, Para Jumbles, Error Spotting, Sentence Improvement, Fill in the Blanks.
- Quantitative Aptitude: Data Interpretation, Simplification, Number Series, Arithmetic Problems, Quadratic Equations.
- Reasoning Ability: Puzzles, Seating Arrangement, Blood Relations, Coding-Decoding, Syllogisms, Direction Sense.
Mains Syllabus
- Reasoning & Computer Aptitude: Complex Puzzles, Input-Output, Logical Reasoning, Statement-based Questions, Data Sufficiency, Computer Basics.
- Data Analysis & Interpretation: Data Sufficiency, Caselets, Probability, Data Interpretation, Permutation and Combination.
- General Awareness: Banking Awareness, Economic Updates, Financial News, Current Affairs.
- English Language: Essay and Letter Writing, Advanced Grammar, Reading Comprehension.