SBI conducts the SBI PO Exam annually to recruit Probationary Officers across India. The SBI PO 2025 final results, were declared on the SBI Careers page after a three-stage selection process, Prelims, Mains, and Interview. Candidates must clear the cut-off at each stage, with Mains and Final cut-offs usually released together.
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The State Bank of India is the largest Indian bank and a public sector financial institution with over 45 crore customers and 22,000 branches. The SBI PO exam is conducted by the State Bank of India for the post of probationary officer and other openings in various departments. SBI, on its official website, announces the exam through a notification every year to recruit deserving and qualified candidates as probationary officers from applicants. The SBI PO exam is one of the most desired tests nationwide for applicants wanting a banking and financial sector career. The exam is divided into three phases – Prelims, Mains exam, and Group Discussion & Interview.
| Conducted by | State Bank of India |
| Geographic coverage | National |
| SBI Vacancies 2025 | 541 |
| Post | Probationary Officer |
| Educational Eligibility | Graduate from a recognized university |
| Age Criteria | 21 to 30 years |
| How often in a year | Once every year |
| Recruitment phases | Preliminary Exam Mains Exam Group Discussion and Interview |
| Mode of exam | Online (Objective) |
| Duration | Prelims (60 minutes) Mains (3 hours) |
| Marks | Prelim (100 marks) Mains (200 marks) GD & Interview (50 marks) |
| SBI PO Salary | Rs. 65,780- Rs. 68,580 / Month (Gross Pay) |
| Probation period | 6 months |
| Official website | https://www.sbi.co.in/web/careers |
The State Bank of India PO 2025 official notification has been released on their official website. You may access the most recent recruitment announcements and exam dates by visiting the SBI’s official website for the latest SBI PO exam news. However, we have added the previous year’s notification for reference:
| Category | Regular Vacancies | Backlog Vacancies | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|
| UR | 203 | — | 203 |
| SC | 75 | 05 | 80 |
| ST | 37 | 36 | 73 |
| OBC | 135 | — | 135 |
| EWS | 50 | — | 50 |
| Total | 500 | 41 | 541 |
Year-wise SBI PO Vacancy Comparison
| Year | No. of Vacancies |
|---|---|
| 2025 | 541 |
| 2024 | 600 |
| 2023 | 2000 |
| 2022 | 1673 |
| 2021 | 2056 |
| 2020 | 2000 |
| 2019 | 2000 |
| 2018 | 2000 |
| 2017 | 2313 |
Here is the table of all the important dates for SBI PO 2025:
| SBI PO Activity | Dates |
|---|---|
| SBI PO Notification 2025 | 24th June 2025 |
| SBI PO Apply Online 2025 Starts | 24th June 2025 |
| Last date for SBI PO Apply Online | 14th July 2025 |
| Last Date to Pay Fee | 14th July 2025 |
| Pre Examination Training | July / August |
| Download of Prelims Admit Card | 25th July 2025 |
| Phase 1 Online Preliminary Exam | 4th and 5th August 2025 |
| Declaration of Prelims Result | 1st September 2025 |
| Phase 2 Online Main Exam | 13th September 2025 |
| Declaration of Mains Result | September / October 2025 |
| Download of Interview Call Letter | October / November 2025 |
| Psychometric Test | October / November 2025 |
| SBI PO Interview | October / November 2025 |
| Declaration of Final Result | November / December 2025 |
Here’s the exam shift schedule for the SBI PO exam 2025:
| Shift | Reporting Time | Exam Start Time | Exam End Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shift I | 08:00 a.m. | 09:00 a.m. | 10:00 a.m. |
| Shift II | 10:30 a.m. | 11:30 a.m. | 12:30 p.m. |
| Shift III | 01:00 p.m. | 02:00 p.m. | 03:00 p.m. |
| Shift IV | 03:30 p.m. | 04:30 p.m. | 05:30 p.m. |
The SBI PO Admit Card 2025 for the prelims will be available shortly before the exam. The prelims took place on 8th, 16th, 24th & 26th March 2025, and candidates downloaded their admit cards 10 to 15 days before the exam date. To get the hall tickets, candidates should visit the official SBI website at www.sbi.co.in.
The SBI PO 2025 exams will be conducted at various centres across India, including major cities such as Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai, and Bengaluru. Candidates can select their preferred exam centers while filling out the application form, with the exact details provided on the admit card.
The SBI PO Prelims exam will be conducted at various exam centres across the country. Candidates need to choose their preferred exam center when filling out their application form for both the prelims and mains. Here’s a list of SBI PO exam centers for the prelims organized by state and union territory:
| State / UT | Exam Centre’s |
|---|---|
| Andaman & Nicobar Island | Port Blair |
| Andhra Pradesh | Chirala, Chittoor, Eluru, Guntur, Kadapa, Kakinada, Kurnool, Nellore, Ongole, Rajahmundry, Srikakulam, Tirupati, Vijaywada, Vishakhapatnam, Vizianagaram |
| Arunachal Pradesh | Naharlagun |
| Assam | Dibrugarh, Guwahati, Jorhat, Silchar, Tezpur |
| Bihar | Arrah, Bhagalpur, Darbhanga, Gaya, Muzaffarpur, Patna, Purnea |
| Chandigarh | Chandigarh/Mohali |
| Chhattisgarh | Bhilai, Bilaspur, Raipur |
| Goa | Panaji |
| Gujarat | Ahmedabad/Gandhinagar, Anand, Himmatnagar, Jamnagar, Mehsana, Rajkot, Surat, Vadodara |
| Haryana | Ambala, Faridabad, Gurugram |
| Himachal Pradesh | Bilaspur, Hamirpur, Kangra, Kullu, Mandi, Shimla, Solan, Una |
| Jammu & Kashmir | Jammu, Samba, Srinagar |
| Jharkhand | Bokaro, Dhanbad, Hazaribag, Jamshedpur, Ranchi |
| Karnataka | Belgaum, Bengaluru, Bidar, Davangere, Dharwad, Gulbarga, Hassan, Hubli, Mandya, Mangalore, Mysore, Shimoga, Udupi |
| Kerala | Alappuzha, Kannur, Kochi, Kollam, Kottayam, Kozhikode, Malappuram, Palakkad, Thrissur, Thiruvananthapuram |
| Ladakh | Leh |
| Lakshadweep | Kavaratti |
| Madhya Pradesh | Bhopal, Gwalior, Indore, Jabalpur, Satna, Sagar, Ujjain |
| Maharashtra | Amaravati, Aurangabad, Chandrapur, Dhule, Jalgaon, Kolhapur, Latur, Mumbai/Thane/Navi Mumbai, Nagpur, Nanded, Nasik, Pune, Ratnagiri, Solapur |
| Manipur | Imphal |
| Meghalaya | Shillong |
| Mizoram | Aizawl |
| Nagaland | Kohima |
| Delhi – NCR | Delhi & New Delhi |
| Odisha | Balasore, Berhampur (Ganjam), Bhubaneswar, Cuttack, Dhenkanal, Rourkela, Sambalpur |
| Puducherry | Puducherry |
| Punjab | Amritsar, Bhatinda, Fatehgarh Sahib, Jalandhar, Ludhiana, Mohali, Pathankot, Patiala, Sangrur |
| Rajasthan | Ajmer, Alwar, Bikaner, Jaipur, Jodhpur, Kota, Sikar, Udaipur |
| Sikkim | Bardang – Gangtok |
| Tamil Nadu | Chennai, Coimbatore, Erode, Madurai, Nagercoil, Salem, Thanjavur, Thiruchirapalli, Tirunelveli, Vellore, Virudhunagar |
| Telangana | Hyderabad, Karimnagar, Khammam, Warangal |
| Tripura | Agartala |
| Uttar Pradesh | Agra, Aligarh, Prayagraj (Allahabad), Bareilly, Banda, Faizabad, Ghaziabad, Gonda, Gorakhpur, Jhansi, Kanpur, Lucknow, Mathura, Meerut, Moradabad, Muzaffarnagar, Noida/Greater Noida, Sitapur, Varanasi |
| Uttarakhand | Dehradun, Haldwani, Roorkee |
| West Bengal | Asansol, Durgapur, Hooghly, Kalyani, Kolkata, Siliguri |
The exam centers for the SBI PO Mains exam are fewer than those for the prelims. Candidates will need to choose from these limited centers, and the specific venue will be provided on their admit card for the main exam. Here’s a list of the SBI PO Mains exam centers organized by state:
| State | Exam Center for Mains |
|---|---|
| Andaman & Nicobar | Port Blair |
| Andhra Pradesh | Guntur, Kurnool, Vijayawada, Vishakhapatnam |
| Arunachal Pradesh | Itanagar |
| Assam | Guwahati |
| Bihar | Arrah, Hajipur, Patna |
| Chandigarh | Chandigarh |
| Chhattisgarh | Raipur |
| Goa | Panaji |
| Gujarat | Ahmedabad, Gandhinagar |
| Haryana | Bahadurgarh, Hissar |
| Himachal Pradesh | Shimla, Solan |
| Jammu & Kashmir | Jammu, Srinagar |
| Jharkhand | Jamshedpur, Ranchi |
| Karnataka | Bengaluru |
| Kerala | Kochi, Thiruvananthapuram |
| Ladakh | – |
| Lakshadweep | Kavaratti |
| Madhya Pradesh | Bhopal, Indore |
| Maharashtra | Aurangabad, Nagpur, Pune, Mumbai/Thane/Navi Mumbai |
| Manipur | Imphal |
| Meghalaya | Shillong |
| Mizoram | Aizawl |
| Nagaland | Kohima |
| Delhi – NCR | Delhi, Faridabad, Ghaziabad, Greater Noida, Gurgaon |
| Odisha | Bhubaneswar |
| Puducherry | Puducherry |
| Punjab | Bhatinda, Jalandhar, Ludhiana, Mohali, Patiala |
| Rajasthan | Jaipur |
| Sikkim | Gangtok |
| Tamil Nadu | Chennai, Madurai, Tirunelveli |
| Telangana | Hyderabad |
| Tripura | Agartala |
| Uttar Pradesh | Agra, Allahabad, Kanpur, Lucknow, Meerut, Varanasi |
| Uttarakhand | Dehradun |
| West Bengal | Hooghly, Kalyani, Greater Kolkata |
SBI PO is regarded as a top job opportunity in the banking industry for the following reasons:
An SBI Probationary Officer will first receive a base salary of Rs. 41,960 (with four advanced increments). According to the amended Bipartite Settlement, a probationary officer’s salary is 36,000-1490/7-46430-1740/2-49910-1990/7-63840, with four advance increments. This means that the PO will start out with a basic salary of Rs. 36,000 and an annual raise of Rs. 1490 for the following 7 years, then a basic salary of Rs. 46430 and an annual raise of Rs. 1740 for the following 2 years, and so on. The highest basic wage is Rs 63840. The Pay Structure for the revised SBI PO Salary is provided below. Candidates who are interested in the SBI Probationary Officer position should be aware of the increased SBI PO Salary.
The State Bank of India (SBI) PO Salary Structure in India:
| Basic Pay | Rs. 41,960 |
| Special Allowance | Rs. 6,881 |
| DA | Rs. 12,701 |
| Location Allowance | Rs. 700 |
| Learning Allowance | Rs. 600 |
| HRA | Rs. 2,937 |
| Gross Salary | Rs. 65,780 |
| Deduction (PF/Income Tax/Professional Tax/Pension) | Rs. 12,960 |
| Net Salary | Rs. 52,820 |
The State Bank of India (SBI) PO year-wise Increment:
| Period | Increment | Basic Salary |
| First 7 years | Rs. 1490/- | Rs. 36,000/- |
| Next 2 years | Rs. 1740/- | Rs. 46,430/- |
| Another 7 years | Rs. 1990/- | Rs. 63,840/- |
Candidates who wish to appear for the exam should register their details on the SBI website and apply online. They can apply directly to this link.
Candidates should follow the steps given below to register on the SBI website.
Step 1: Registration
Step 2: Upload Photo and Signature
Step 3: Fill out the detailed application form
Basic details:
Candidates should enter their first name, middle name, last name, mobile number, alternative number, email address, and security code on the website, click save, and continue in the Basic info section.
Educational Qualification, Work Experience & Languages:
The candidate should enter the information about the year of passing, the college attended, the percentage of marks, and the grade. A mark sheet soft copy should be attached to match the entered values. The language candidate can write, read, and speak and has total work experience.
Preferences:
Candidates should enter their preferred exam center.
Step 4: Preview of the State Bank of India PO application form
The candidate should carefully review the entire application in preview mode and ensure the details entered are correct and that nothing is incomplete or incorrect.
Step 5: The State Bank of India PO fee payment
While applying online for the State Bank of India PO application, candidates should keep a soft copy of the following.
Candidates can pay online through a debit/credit card, internet banking, or wallet.
| Category | Application fees |
| General / OBC / EwS candidates | Rs. 750/- |
| SC/ST/PWD candidates | Nil |
Candidates aspiring to become probationary officers in the State Bank of India should satisfy the following SBI PO eligibility criteria.
Candidates applying for the SBI PO exam should be a citizens of India.
Candidates applying for the SBI PO exam should have a bachelor’s degree from a recognized university. Applicants may also apply provisionally if they are in their final year of study or are awaiting their final results. If they are summoned for the interview, they must present documentation proving they passed the graduation exam on or before the deadline.
Candidate should be of age 21 and should not be over 30 years as of 01/04/2024
Relaxation of the Upper age limit based on category
| Category | Age Relaxation |
| Scheduled Castes/ Scheduled Tribes | 5 years |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (Pwbd) (SC/ ST) | 3 years |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (Pwbd) (OBC) | 15 years |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) (OBC) | 13 years |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) (Gen/EWS) | 10 years |
| Ex-servicemen, Commissioned officers, including Emergency Commissioned Officers (ECOs)/ Short Service Commissioned Officers (SSCOs) who have rendered 5 years of military service and have been released on completion of assignment (including those whose assignment is due to be completed within 6 months from the last date of receipt of application) otherwise than by way of dismissal or discharge on account of misconduct or inefficiency or physical disability attributable to military service or invalid. | 5 years |
| Category | Number of Chances |
|---|---|
| General | 4 |
| General (PWD) | 7 |
| OBC | 7 |
| OBC(PWD) | 7 |
| SC/SC(PWD)/ ST/ ST (PWD) | No Restriction |
Applicants who previously took the maximum number of allowed chances to apply are ineligible. The examination that was held on April 18, 2010, will be used to calculate the number of chances. Appearing in the Preliminary Examination will not count as a chance.
Follow the instructions listed below to access your State Bank of India (SBI) PO (Probationary Officer) exam admit card:
Bringing a printed copy of the admission card and a valid photo ID to the exam location is crucial. Applicants must carefully review all the information on their admit card and alert SBI officials if there are any inconsistencies. Downloading and printing extra copies of the admission card is advised for reference in the future.

There are three stages to the SBI PO selection procedure. The written tests are given online, and an interview round follows. Exams are structured as follows:
The candidates for this online test get one hour to complete the 100-point question paper. Three sections make up the test. The sectional cut-off in the preliminary exam has been eliminated, and candidates will now only be chosen for the next stage based on their overall score in all areas. The Bank determines the minimum score required to pass each component each year based on the test’s complexity. Below is a breakdown of the scores by section:
| S.No. | Name of Tests (Objective) | No. of Questions | Maximum Marks | Duration |
| 1 | English Language | 30 | 30 | 20 Minutes |
| 2 | Numerical Ability | 35 | 35 | 20 Minutes |
| 3 | Reasoning Ability | 35 | 35 | 20 Minutes |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 1 hour |
Selection criteria for the Main Examination: A merit list for each category will be compiled based on the overall Preliminary Exam score. No sectional cut-off will exist. The top candidates on the aforementioned merit list—roughly 10 times the number of openings in each category—will be chosen to take the Main Examination.
The State Bank of India PO Mains Exam will comprise of Objective & Descriptive Section, which is described below in detail:
| S.No. | Name of Tests (Objective) | No. of Questions | Maximum Marks | Duration |
| 1 | Reasoning & Computer Aptitude | 40 | 50 | 60 minutes |
| 2 | Data Analysis & Interpretation | 30 | 50 | 45 minutes |
| 3 | General/ Economy/ Banking Awareness | 50 | 60 | 35 minutes |
| 4 | English Language | 35 | 40 | 40 minutes |
| Total | 155 | 200 | 3 hours | |
| 1 | Descriptive Test | 02 | 50 | 30 minutes |
Descriptive SBI PO Test
The descriptive paper will test your knowledge of the English language and will last 30 minutes and have two questions (Letter Writing & Essay). Candidates who pass the first two phases of the SBI PO test are also subjected to an interview process in addition to the preliminary and main exams.
A candidate who passes the SBI PO 2025 Preliminary and Main Exams will also be invited to a GD-PI session, where they will speak with a panel of selectors about their prior experiences and answer questions about general knowledge and the banking industry.
Candidates who qualify the written exam will receive an SBI PO interview call letter, available on the official SBI website. It contains important details like interview date, time, venue, and guidelines. To attend, candidates must carry a valid photo ID and a printed copy of the call letter. Without it, entry is not allowed. The interview process includes a Group Exercise (20 marks) and a Personal Interview (30 marks), with qualifying marks set by the bank.
The State Bank of India will create a merit list after a candidate has completed Personal Interviews, considering both the candidate’s performance on the Mains Exam and the Interview Round. Final cut-off scores will be announced based on candidates’ scores and the number of open positions. State Bank of India shall provide the Appointment Letter for the position of Probationary Officer to those candidates who meet the cut-off range.
Here are some important points to remember for the SBI PO Recruitment 2025 selection process:
| Categories | Number of Chances |
|---|---|
| General/EWS | 4 |
| General/EWS (PWD) | 7 |
| OBC/OBC (PWD) | 7 |
| SC/SC (PWD)/ST/ST (PWD) | No restriction |
While SBI issues only the broad subjects, they can be further subdivided into individual topics based on the questions appearing in the exams over the past few years. Every exam stage is a critical stage in the selection process. The SBI PO syllabus for the prelims and the main exam is mostly similar, with slight changes.
The section-wise topics from which the SBI will ask questions in the SBI PO Prelims Exam have been tabulated below:
| Quantitative Aptitude Syllabus | Reasoning Syllabus | English Syllabus |
| Simplification/ Approximation | Alphanumeric Series | Reading Comprehension |
| Profit & Loss | Directions | Fill in the blanks |
| Mixtures & Allegations | Logical Reasoning | Cloze Test |
| Permutation, Combination & Probability | Data Sufficiency | Para jumbles |
| Work & Time | Ranking & Order | Vocabulary |
| Sequence & Series | Alphabet Test | Paragraph Completion |
| Simple Interest & Compound Interest | Seating Arrangement | Multiple Meaning /Error Spotting |
| Surds & Indices | Coded Inequalities | Sentence Completion |
| Mensuration – Cylinder, Cone, Sphere | Puzzle | Tenses Rules |
| Time & Distance | Syllogism | |
| Data Interpretation | Blood Relations | |
| Ratio & Proportion | Coding-Decoding | |
| Number Systems | Input-Output | |
| Percentage | Tabulation |
The Reasoning + Computer Aptitude, English Language, Data Analysis & Interpretation, and General/Economy/Banking Awareness portions will comprise the four SBI PO Mains Examination sections.
| Data Analysis & Interpretation | Reasoning | General/Economy/Banking Awareness | English Language | Computer |
| Tabular Graph | Verbal Reasoning | Current Affairs | Reading Comprehension | Internet |
| Line Graph | Syllogism | Financial Awareness | Grammar | Memory |
| Bar Graph | Circular Seating Arrangement | General Knowledge | Verbal Ability | Keyboard Shortcuts |
| Charts & Tables | Linear Seating Arrangement | Static Awareness | Vocabulary | Computer Abbreviation |
| Missing Case DI | Double Lineup | Banking Terminologies Knowledge | Sentence Improvement | Microsoft Office |
| Radar Graph Caselet | Scheduling | Banking Awareness | Word Association | Computer Hardware |
| Probability | Input Output | Principles of Insurance | Para Jumbles | Computer Software |
| Data Sufficiency | Blood Relations | Error Spotting | Computer Fundamentals /Terminologies | |
| Let it Case DI | Permutation and Combination | Cloze Test | Networking | |
| Pie Charts | Analytical and Decision Making | Fill in the blanks | Operating System | |
| Data Sufficiency | Number System | Critical Reasoning | Code Inequalities | |
| Coding and Decoding | Directions and Distances | |||
| Ordering and Ranking |
The State Bank of India (SBI) Probationary Officer (PO) selection process typically consists of the following stages:
Following the completion of the SBI PO 2025 Mains and Interview exams, the State Bank of India (SBI) has released the SBI PO Cut Off 2025. Candidates are required to secure marks above the cut-off, which is determined based on factors such as the exam’s difficulty level, the number of candidates who appeared, and previous years’ cut-off trends.
The State Bank of India conducted the SBI PO Mains Exam on 5th May 2025, with thousands of candidates appearing after clearing the prelims. Along with the final scorecards, SBI has also released the category-wise SBI PO Mains and Final Cut Off 2025.
| Category | Cut Off Marks (Out of 250) |
|---|---|
| UR | 87.50 |
| SC | 75.00 |
| ST | 75.00 |
| OBC | 75.00 |
| EWS | 87.50 |
| VI | 75.00 |
| LD | 75.00 |
The SBI PO Mains/Final Score Card 2025 has been released along with the SBI PO Mains Cut Off marks. The category-wise cut-off details are provided below.
| Category | Cut Off Marks (Out of 100) |
|---|---|
| UR | 46.24 |
| SC | 32.50 |
| ST | 33.36 |
| OBC | 40.96 |
| EWS | 36.85 |
| LD | 42.04 |
| VI | 33.63 |
SBI has announced the category-wise qualifying marks for the SBI PO 2025 Interview, which was conducted at designated SBI centers. The qualifying marks by category are listed below:
| Category | Cut-Off Marks (Out of 50) |
|---|---|
| GEN | 20.00 |
| SC | 17.50 |
| ST | 17.50 |
| OBC | 17.50 |
| EWS | 20.00 |
| LD | 17.50 |
| VI | 17.50 |
| HI | 17.50 |
| D & E | 17.50 |
The State Bank of India (SBI) conducted the SBI PO Prelims Exam on 8th, 16th, 24th, and 26th March 2025, with four shifts each day. After evaluating various factors, SBI released the category-wise SBI PO Prelims Cut Off 2025 along with the scorecards and SBI PO Prelims Result 2025. The updated cut-off marks are provided below.
| Category | Cut Off Marks |
|---|---|
| UR | 61.75 |
| SC | 55.00 |
| ST | 49.00 |
| OBC | 60.50 |
| EWS | 60.25 |
| VI | 47.50 |
| HI | 19.75 |
| LD | 49.75 |
| D&E | 9.50 |
Candidates preparing for the upcoming SBI PO 2024 Exam should be familiar with the previous year’s cut-off marks released by SBI. Reviewing the SBI PO cut-offs from past years will help you understand the trends and changes over time. Check the details below for a clear comparison.
SBI PO Prelims Cut Off 2023
The cut-off marks have been released category-wise and are also updated here. The SBI PO Cut Off is 59.25 for EWS, OBC, and General categories, 53 for SC, and 47.50 for ST.
| Category | Cut-Off Marks |
|---|---|
| GEN | 59.25 |
| SC | 53.00 |
| ST | 47.50 |
| OBC | 59.25 |
| EWS | 59.25 |
With the release of the SBI PO Mains Score Card 2024, the officials have also published the category-wise cut-off marks for the Mains and Interview stages. The category-wise SBI PO Mains cut-off marks for shortlisting candidates for the Group Exercise and Interview will be updated here shortly.
| Category | SBI PO Cut-Off Marks (Out of 250) |
|---|---|
| GEN | 70.00 |
| SC | 57.50 |
| ST | 57.50 |
| OBC | 62.25 |
| EWS | 70.00 |
| LD | 57.50 |
| VI | 57.50 |
| HI | 58.00 |
| D & E | 58.25 |
Along with the SBI PO Mains/Final Score Card, the State Bank of India will also release the SBI PO Final Cut Off 2023 and the Interview Qualifying Marks. Once the complete details regarding the interview cut-off and qualifying marks are announced, they will be updated here.
| Category | Cut-Off Marks (Out of 100) |
|---|---|
| GEN | 44.60 |
| SC | 37.15 |
| ST | 36.45 |
| OBC | 39.73 |
| EWS | 36.03 |
| LD | 33.68 |
| VI | 29.20 |
| HI | 32.25 |
| D & E | 32.98 |
SBI announced the category-wise qualifying marks for the SBI PO 2023 Interview, which was conducted at designated SBI centres. The qualifying marks by category are listed below:
| Category | Cut-Off Marks (Out of 50) |
|---|---|
| GEN | 20.00 |
| SC | 17.50 |
| ST | 17.50 |
| OBC | 17.50 |
| EWS | 20.00 |
| LD | 17.50 |
| VI | 17.50 |
| HI | 17.50 |
| D & E | 17.50 |
Follow the steps to check the SBI cut-off
In conclusion, the SBI PO exam offers one of the most prestigious and rewarding career opportunities in the Indian banking sector. With its attractive salary structure, job security, and avenues for professional growth, it continues to be a top choice for aspirants seeking a stable and fulfilling government job. However, success in this competitive examination demands consistent preparation, a clear understanding of the syllabus, and strong time management skills. Candidates who approach the exam with focus, discipline, and smart strategy can look forward to a promising future as a Probationary Officer with the State Bank of India.
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Ans. SBI PO’s full form is State Bank of India Probationary Officer. The exam is conducted by the State Bank of India. Candidates can register for the exam by visiting their official website. The exam is divided into three phases – prelims, mains exam, and GD & Interview.
Ans. After successfully qualifying for the SBI PO exam and being appointed Probationary Officer, you should receive an in-hand salary ranging from Rs. 52000 and Rs. 55000 per month. The basic pay will be Rs 41,960; Gross annual compensation will be between 8.20 lacs to 13.08 lacs per annum.
Ans. Candidates appearing for the SBI PO exam can crack it in the first attempt by following the steps below.
1. Candidates should have a daily action plan where at least 8 hours should be spent after preparing the topics and subjects listed in a syllabus.
2. Preparation on grammar, comprehension, speed, and accuracy of appearing questions, reasoning, and quantitative aptitude requires an understanding of algebra and numerical problems.
3. Candidates should prepare for the mock test and refer to previous papers of the SBI PO exam.
4. Candidates should attempt each question carefully in a given time, quickly but accurately, and should not attempt with guesswork, as papers have negative markings.
5. Candidates should prepare each topic and start from scratch, increasing the speed of attempting questions and accuracy.
6. Candidates should prepare and improve on weak areas and not leave any topic optional.
Ans. Candidates who wish to become probationary officers at the State Bank of India should hold a bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized university in India, be a citizen of India, and be between 21 and 30 years old.
Ans. The probationary officer for the State Bank of India is responsible for working with customers with existing accounts with banks and new customers to open their accounts and process loans. They must supervise all the clerical activities and assist the clerks whenever required.
Authored by, Shivam Singh
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