SBI PO Syllabus and Exam Pattern for Prelims, Mains

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The SBI PO syllabus and exam pattern are excellent resources for SBI PO exam preparation. In this article, candidates can learn about the SBI PO syllabus and exam pattern in detail.

SBI PO Syllabus 2023 and Exam Pattern

SBI PO Syllabus and Exam Pattern: The State Bank of India (SBI) Probationary Officer (PO) examination is a highly esteemed and competitive recruitment process conducted by the State Bank of India, one of India’s largest public sector banks. The primary objective of this examination is to select candidates for the role of probationary officer, which is an entry-level managerial position within the bank.

The SBI PO examination comprises three main stages: Preliminary Examination, Main Examination and Group Discussion and Interview: Upon successfully clearing these stages, candidates are appointed as probationary officers in various SBI branches across India. 

SBI PO Exam Pattern 

The SBI PO exam is conducted in three phases.

  • Phase 1: Preliminary Examination
  • Phase 2: Main Examination
  • Phase 3: Interview & Group Exercise

SBI PO Prelims Exam Pattern 

Here are some key points about the SBI PO Prelims exam pattern:

  • The SBI PO prelims exam is based on objective type or multiple type questions and will be conducted in online mode.
  • The SBI PO Prelims exam consists of three sections, which are: English language, numerical ability, and reasoning ability.
  • There will be a total of 100 questions for 100 marks, and the duration of the examination will be 60 minutes.
  • There will be no sectional cutoff. There will be only an overall cutoff on the SBI PO Prelims exam.
  • Each question carries one mark, and there will be 0.25 marks deducted for every question attempted wrongly by a candidate.
  • The question paper shall be in English and Hindi (bilingual). An English-language paper has to be attempted in English.

Candidates may check the table below to know about the scheme of the SBI PO Prelims Exam Pattern:

S.No.Name of Tests(Objective)No. of QuestionsMaximum MarksDuration
1English Language303020 minutes
2Numerical Ability353520 minutes
3Reasoning Ability353520 minutes
Total10010060 minutes

 

SBI PO Mains Exam Pattern 

Here are some key points about the SBI PO Mains exam pattern:

  • Both objective-type and descriptive-type examinations will be conducted in online mode.
  • The SBI PO main exam will be comprised of objective and descriptive sections.
  • The objective paper consists of four sections, which are reasoning and computer aptitude; data analysis and interpretation; general/economy/banking awareness; and English language.
  • The duration of the objective type test will be 3 hours, consisting of 4 sections for 200 marks. The objective will have separate timing for every section.
  • The descriptive paper consists of one section with two questions. One letter is written and one is easy to write.
  • The duration of the descriptive test will be 30 minutes with 2 questions for 50 marks. It will be a test of the English language.
  • A candidate needs to score passing marks in the descriptive test as well as qualify for the sbi po exam.
  • There will be no sectional cutoff. There will be only an overall cutoff on the SBI PO Prelims exam.
  • The question paper shall be in English and Hindi (bilingual). An English-language paper has to be attempted in English.

Candidates may check the table below to know about the scheme of the SBI PO Mains Exam Pattern:

SL. No.Name of testNo. of QuestionsMax. MarksMedium of ExaminationTime Allotted
1Reasoning & Computer Aptitude4560English & Hindi60 minutes
2English Language3540English only40 minutes
3Data Analysis and Interpretation3560English & Hindi45 minutes
4General, Economy/Banking Awareness4040English & Hindi35 minutes
Total155200180 minutes
English Language (Letter Writing & Essay)250English30 minutes

 

SBI PO Interview and Group Exercises 

Candidates who clear both the prelims and mains exams of SBI PO are called for phase 3, which comprises psychometric tests, interviews and group discussion. The weightage of marks given to interviews and group exercises is given below.

               SL NO.             Name of the Test              Maximum Marks
                1            Interview              30
                2            Group Exercises              20

 

SBI PO Syllabus 

Let’s take a closer look at the detailed SBI PO syllabus for prelims and mains below.

SBI PO Prelims Syllabus 

The SBI PO Prelims Syllabus in detail is given below.

  • English Language:
  1. Reading Comprehension
  2. Synonyms and Antonyms
  3. Phrasal Verbs
  4. Fill in the blanks
  5. Para jumbles
  6. Idioms and Phrases
  7. Multiple Meaning /Error Spotting
  8. Vocabulary Test
  9. Cloze Test
  10. Sentence correction
  11. Paragraph Completion
  12. Miscellaneous etc.
  • Numerical Ability:
  1. Average
  2. Problems on L.C.M and H.C.F
  3. Number Series
  4. Simplification and Approximation
  5. Partnership
  6. Ratio & Proportion
  7. Percentage
  8. Problems on Age
  9. Data Interpretation
  10. SI & CI
  11. Profit and Loss
  12. Speed, Time, & Distance
  13. Boat & Stream
  14. Problems on train
  15. Pipes & Cistern
  16. Time & Work
  17. Permutation & Combination
  18. Probability
  19. Mixture & Alligation
  20. Mensuration
  21. Quadratic Equation etc.
  • Reasoning Ability:
  1. Puzzles & Seating Arrangements
  2. Syllogism
  3. Alpha-Numeric-Symbol Series
  4. Direction Sense
  5. Input-Output
  6. Inequalities
  7. Coding-Decoding
  8. Blood Relation
  9. Data Sufficiency
  10. Order and Ranking
  11. Statement and Assumption
  12. Logical Reasoning
  13. Passage Inference
  14. Conclusion and Argument etc.

SBI PO Mains Syllabus 

The SBI PO Mains Syllabus in detail is given below.

  • Reasoning :
  1. Verbal Reasoning
  2. Syllogism
  3. Scheduling
  4. Circular Seating Arrangement
  5. Linear Seating Arrangement
  6. Double Lineup
  7. Scheduling
  8. Input-Output
  9. Analytical and Decision Making
  10. Blood Relations, Critical Reasoning
  11. Direction & Distance
  12. Data Sufficiency
  13. Ordering and Ranking, Code Inequalities
  14. Coding decoding
  15. Course of Action
  16. Basic knowledge of Computer etc.
  • Computer Aptitude:
  1. Basic knowledge of computer
  2. Internet
  3. Memory
  4. Computer Abbreviation
  5. Keyboard Shortcuts
  6. Computer Hardware
  7. Microsoft Office
  8. Computer Software
  9. Computer Fundamentals
    /Terminologies
  10. Networking
  11. Number System
  12. Computer Fundamentals/ Terminologies,
  13. Operating System etc.
  • English Language:
  1. Reading Comprehension
  2. Synonyms and Antonyms
  3. Phrasal Verbs
  4. Fill in the blanks
  5. Para jumbles
  6. Idioms and Phrases
  7. Error Spotting
  8. Vocabulary Test
  9. Cloze Test
  10. Sentence correction
  11. Match the column
  12. Verbal Ability
  13. Word Association
  14. Miscellaneous etc.
  • Data Analysis and Interpretation:
  1. Table DI
  2. Data Sufficiency
  3. Missing DI
  4. Caselet DI
  5. Radar Graph Caselet
  6. Probability
  7. Permutation and Combination
  8. Line Graph
  9. Bar Graph etc.
  • General, Economy/Banking Awareness:
  1. Current Affairs
  2. Banking Awareness
  3. General Knowledge
  4. Banking Terminologies
  5. Financial Awareness
  6. Static GK etc.

FAQs

Q1. What is the syllabus of the SBI PO Exam?

Ans:The SBI PO syllabus and exam pattern for 2022 can both be found in the provided article.

Q2. Will the SBI PO written tests be conducted in offline or online mode?
Ans:The SBI PO written test will be conducted in online mode.

Q3. Is there an interview for all the posts at SBI PO?
Ans.Yes, the candidate will be invited to the interview stage if they qualify for the written exam(Prelims&Mains).

For any other SBI PO related information ,visit the official site:sbi.co.in

READ MORE:Click here to download SBI PO Previous Year Question Paper in pdf format along with answer key.

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