SBI PO 2026

Complete guide to State Bank of India Probationary Officer exam. Exam pattern, syllabus, mock tests, Group Exercise, and interview preparation.

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📘 SBI PO Exam: Complete Guide

Understand the three-stage selection process, syllabus, and preparation strategy for SBI PO 2026.

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Stage 1: Prelims (Qualifying)

1 hour | 100 marks

📋 Exam Pattern

  • English Language: 30 questions (30 marks)
  • Quantitative Aptitude: 35 questions (35 marks)
  • Reasoning Ability: 35 questions (35 marks)
  • Total: 100 questions, 60 minutes
  • Negative marking: 0.25 marks per wrong answer

🎯 Key Topics

  • Reading Comprehension, Cloze Test, Para Jumbles
  • Data Interpretation, Number Series, Simplification
  • Advanced Puzzles, Circular Seating Arrangement, Syllogism
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Stage 2: Mains (Merit Deciding)

3 hours | 200 marks (Objective) + 50 marks (Descriptive)

📋 Objective Paper

  • Reasoning & Computer Aptitude: 45 questions (60 marks)
  • Data Analysis & Interpretation: 35 questions (60 marks)
  • General/Economy/Banking Awareness: 40 questions (40 marks)
  • English Language: 35 questions (40 marks)
  • Total: 155 questions, 180 minutes
  • Negative marking: 0.25 marks per wrong answer

📝 Descriptive Paper

  • Letter Writing (25 marks)
  • Essay Writing (25 marks)
  • Time: 30 minutes (separate section)
  • Topics: Banking, Economy, Social Issues, Technology
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Stage 3: Group Exercise & Interview

50 marks | Qualifying

📋 Group Exercise (20 marks)

  • Group Discussion (GD) or Case Study based discussion
  • Focus: Leadership, teamwork, communication, and analytical thinking
  • Duration: 15–20 minutes per group

🎤 Interview (30 marks)

  • Conducted by SBI panel (senior bank officials)
  • Duration: 15–20 minutes
  • Focus: Banking awareness, current affairs, personality, and leadership qualities
  • Final merit = Mains (75%) + GE & Interview (25%)

📚 Detailed Syllabus for SBI PO

Quantitative Aptitude (Data Analysis focus)

  • Data Interpretation (Missing, Caselet, Radar, Pie, Line, Bar)
  • Data Sufficiency, Approximation, Simplification
  • Number Series, Quadratic Equations
  • Ratio & Proportion, Percentage, Profit/Loss
  • Time & Work, Speed & Distance, Boats & Streams
  • Probability, Permutation & Combination

Reasoning & Computer Aptitude

  • Advanced Puzzles (Floor, Box, Scheduling, Blood Relation)
  • Circular & Linear Seating Arrangement
  • Syllogism, Inequalities, Coding-Decoding
  • Computer Basics: Hardware, Software, Networking, MS Office
  • Internet, Security, Database, Shortcuts

English Language

  • Reading Comprehension (Banking & Economy based)
  • Cloze Test, Para Jumbles, Fill in the Blanks
  • Error Spotting, Sentence Improvement
  • Phrase Replacement, Word Swap, Vocabulary

General/Economy/Banking Awareness

  • Indian & Global Economy, RBI Policies, Monetary Policy
  • Banking Regulations, Basel Norms, Financial Institutions
  • Government Schemes (PMJDY, Mudra, Digital India)
  • Current Affairs (last 6 months), Static GK

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions (SBI PO)

What is the age limit for SBI PO?

Minimum 21 years, maximum 30 years as of the notification date. Age relaxation applies for SC/ST (5 years), OBC (3 years), and other categories as per government norms.

Is there any sectional cut-off in SBI PO?

Yes, both Prelims and Mains have minimum qualifying marks for each section. You need to clear sectional cut-offs to proceed to the next stage.

How many attempts are allowed for SBI PO?

General category: 4 attempts. OBC: 7 attempts. SC/ST/PwD: unlimited attempts (subject to age limit).

What is the salary of SBI PO?

Basic pay is ₹41,960 with a gross monthly salary of approximately ₹80,000 – ₹85,000 including allowances (DA, HRA, CCA, etc.).

What is the Group Exercise in SBI PO?

Group Exercise is a replacement for the traditional GD. It may involve a case study discussion or a group activity. It tests leadership, teamwork, and communication skills.

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