{"id":4768,"date":"2021-04-12T11:26:00","date_gmt":"2021-04-12T05:56:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cheggindia.com\/?post_type=exam&#038;p=4768"},"modified":"2025-09-17T09:36:48","modified_gmt":"2025-09-17T04:06:48","slug":"sbi-so","status":"publish","type":"exam","link":"https:\/\/www.cheggindia.com\/hi\/govt-exams\/sbi-so\/","title":{"rendered":"SBI SO Recruitment 2025: 33 Vacancies Announced"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>The State Bank of India (SBI) has officially released the SBI SO 2025 scorecard on its website. Candidates can access their scorecards using their registration or roll number along with their date of birth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>SBI had earlier published a detailed notification announcing the Specialist Officer (SO) Recruitment 2025, inviting applications through an online process. The last date to apply was 31st July 2025. This recruitment drive is being conducted under two separate advertisements: CRPD\/RS\/2025-26\/01 and CRPD\/SCO\/2025-26\/02.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Those interested in applying are advised to thoroughly review the official notification to understand the eligibility conditions, selection stages, and other key information. You can use the direct links provided to access both notifications and ensure you\u2019re fully informed before completing your application.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Latest Updates:<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Notification Released: SBI has published the 2025 Specialist Officer recruitment notification (Advt. No. CRPD\/SCO\/2025\u201126\/05), offering 33 vacancies for roles like General Manager (IS Audit), Assistant Vice President, and Deputy Manager.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Online Application Period: Applications are open from July 11th to July 31st, 2025, with the deadline recently extended to August 7th, 2025.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Selection Process: Candidates will be selected through shortlisting based on eligibility, followed by a personal interview. For General Manager and AVP roles, final CTC negotiation may also be part of the process.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Attractive Packages: Compensation ranges from \u20b964,820 \u2013 \u20b993,960 per month for Deputy Managers up to \u20b944 lakhs for AVPs and potentially up to \u20b91 crore per annum for GM positions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Continue reading for complete information on the SBI SO 2025 Recruitment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cheggindia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/GE-4768-sbi-so-v1-1024x512.jpg\" alt=\"sbi so\" class=\"wp-image-267494\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cheggindia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/GE-4768-sbi-so-v1-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.cheggindia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/GE-4768-sbi-so-v1-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.cheggindia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/GE-4768-sbi-so-v1-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.cheggindia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/GE-4768-sbi-so-v1-150x75.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.cheggindia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/GE-4768-sbi-so-v1.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-sbi-so-notification-2024\">SBI SO Notification 2025<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The State Bank of India has released the SBI SO Notification 2025 for various Specialist Officer positions, inviting applications from eligible candidates for roles such as ERS Reviewer, Dean, External Faculty, and Marketing Executive at SBIL Kolkata. The notification has been published under Advertisement Numbers CRPD\/RS\/2025-26\/01 and CRPD\/SCO\/2025-26\/02 on the official website, www.sbi.co.in. Candidates interested in appearing for the SBI SO 2025 Exam are advised to carefully review the official notification to understand the job roles, eligibility criteria, and application procedure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-notification-of-specialist-cadre-officer-on-a-contract-basis\">Notification of a Specialist cadre officer on a contract basis<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\t\t<div class=\"wppdfemb-frame-container-1\" style=\"-webkit-overflow-scrolling:auto;\">\n\t\t\t<iframe class=\"pdfembed-iframe nonfullscreen wppdf-emb-iframe-1\"\n\t\t\t\tsrc=\"https:\/\/www.cheggindia.com\/hi\/?pdfemb-data=eyJwZGZJRCI6MjQ1NjE0LCJ1cmwiOiJodHRwczpcL1wvd3d3LmNoZWdnaW5kaWEuY29tXC93cC1jb250ZW50XC91cGxvYWRzXC8yMDIxXC8wNFwvU0JJLUJhbmstU08tUmVjcnVpdG1lbnQtMjAyNS5wZGYiLCJqZXREeW5hbWljVmlzaWJpbGl0eSI6eyJqZWR2X2VuYWJsZWQiOmZhbHNlfSwiaW5kZXgiOjEsIndtX3RleHQiOiIifQ\"\n\t\t\t\tdata-pdf-id=\"245614\"\n\t\t\t\tdata-pdf-index=\"1\"\n\t\t\t\tstyle=\"border:none;width:100%;max-width:100%;height:100vh;\"\n\t\t\t\tscrolling=\"yes\">\n\t\t\t<\/iframe>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-notification-of-specialist-cadre-officer-in-sbi-on-regular-basis\">Notification of Specialist cadre officers in SBI on a regular basis<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\t\t<div class=\"wppdfemb-frame-container-2\" style=\"-webkit-overflow-scrolling:auto;\">\n\t\t\t<iframe class=\"pdfembed-iframe nonfullscreen wppdf-emb-iframe-2\"\n\t\t\t\tsrc=\"https:\/\/www.cheggindia.com\/hi\/?pdfemb-data=eyJwZGZJRCI6NTk0NzEsInVybCI6Imh0dHBzOlwvXC93d3cuY2hlZ2dpbmRpYS5jb21cL3dwLWNvbnRlbnRcL3VwbG9hZHNcLzIwMjFcLzA0XC8xMjAyMjAyNF9DUlBEX1NDT18yMDIzXzI0XzMyLnBkZiIsImpldER5bmFtaWNWaXNpYmlsaXR5Ijp7ImplZHZfZW5hYmxlZCI6ZmFsc2V9LCJpbmRleCI6Miwid21fdGV4dCI6IiJ9\"\n\t\t\t\tdata-pdf-id=\"59471\"\n\t\t\t\tdata-pdf-index=\"2\"\n\t\t\t\tstyle=\"border:none;width:100%;max-width:100%;height:100vh;\"\n\t\t\t\tscrolling=\"yes\">\n\t\t\t<\/iframe>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-notification-of-specialist-cadre-officer-on-regular-basis\">Notification of Specialist cadre officer on a regular basis<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\t\t<div class=\"wppdfemb-frame-container-3\" style=\"-webkit-overflow-scrolling:auto;\">\n\t\t\t<iframe class=\"pdfembed-iframe nonfullscreen wppdf-emb-iframe-3\"\n\t\t\t\tsrc=\"https:\/\/www.cheggindia.com\/hi\/?pdfemb-data=eyJwZGZJRCI6NTk0NzIsInVybCI6Imh0dHBzOlwvXC93d3cuY2hlZ2dpbmRpYS5jb21cL3dwLWNvbnRlbnRcL3VwbG9hZHNcLzIwMjFcLzA0XC8xMjAyMjAyNF9DUlBEX1NDMF8yMDIzLTI0XzMzLnBkZiIsImpldER5bmFtaWNWaXNpYmlsaXR5Ijp7ImplZHZfZW5hYmxlZCI6ZmFsc2V9LCJpbmRleCI6Mywid21fdGV4dCI6IiJ9\"\n\t\t\t\tdata-pdf-id=\"59472\"\n\t\t\t\tdata-pdf-index=\"3\"\n\t\t\t\tstyle=\"border:none;width:100%;max-width:100%;height:100vh;\"\n\t\t\t\tscrolling=\"yes\">\n\t\t\t<\/iframe>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-sbi-so-overview\">SBI SO Overview<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>State Bank of India (SBI) conducts recruitment for Specialist Cadre Officer positions across multiple disciplines. SBI SO Recruitment presents a valuable opportunity for graduates and postgraduates with relevant professional experience to build a career in the banking sector. As openings are available nationwide, this national-level examination is highly preferred by candidates aiming for bank jobs. Key highlights of the recruitment are provided below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th><strong>Exam Particulars<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Details<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Name of the Organization<\/td><td>State Bank of India<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Name of the Exam<\/td><td>SBI Specialist Officer (SBI SO) Exam<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Name of the Posts<\/td><td>Specialist Cadre Officers<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Recruitment Cycle<\/td><td>2025<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Advertisement Numbers<\/td><td>CRPD\/RS\/2025-26\/01, CRPD\/SCO\/2025-26\/02<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Online Application Start Date<\/td><td>11th July 2025<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Online Application End Date<\/td><td>31st July 2025<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Total Vacancies<\/td><td>30 (under CRPD\/RS) and 5 (under CRPD\/SCO)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Job Category<\/td><td>Bank SO Recruitment<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Exam Frequency<\/td><td>Once a year<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Examination Level<\/td><td>National<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Objective<\/td><td>To recruit Specialist Cadre Officers at SBI branches<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheggindia.com\/qa-experts\/sign-up\/?utm_source=seointernal&amp;utm_medium=content&amp;utm_campaign=careeradvice\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"213\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cheggindia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Stop-hustling-from-9-to-5.-Work-at-your-Own-Pace.-Become-an-expert-1024x213.png\" alt=\"Stop hustling from 9 to 5. Work at your Own Pace.\" class=\"wp-image-29880\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cheggindia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Stop-hustling-from-9-to-5.-Work-at-your-Own-Pace.-Become-an-expert-1024x213.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.cheggindia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Stop-hustling-from-9-to-5.-Work-at-your-Own-Pace.-Become-an-expert-300x63.png 300w, https:\/\/www.cheggindia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Stop-hustling-from-9-to-5.-Work-at-your-Own-Pace.-Become-an-expert-768x160.png 768w, https:\/\/www.cheggindia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Stop-hustling-from-9-to-5.-Work-at-your-Own-Pace.-Become-an-expert.png 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">SBI SO Important Date<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The State Bank of India has announced important dates for the SBI SO Recruitment 2025 along with the official notification. The application process began on 11th July 2025, and the registration window closed on 31st July 2025.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td colspan=\"2\"><strong>SBI SO 2025 Important Dates<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Events<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Dates<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>SBI SO Notification<\/td><td>July 11, 2025<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Commencement of Online Registration of Application<\/td><td>July 11, 2025<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Closure of registration of application<\/td><td>July 31, 2025<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Pay Exam Fees Last Date&nbsp;<\/td><td>July 31, 2025<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Last Date of printing SBI SO Application<\/td><td>August 07, 2025<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>SBI SO Admit Card<\/td><td>To Be Announced<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>SBI SO Exam Date (Manager &amp; Deputy Manager)<\/td><td>To Be Announced<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">SBI SO Vacancies<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The State Bank of India (SBI) has announced a total of 35 vacancies for various Specialist Officer positions under the SBI SO Recruitment 2025. These vacancies are spread across roles such as ERS Reviewer, Dean (SBIL Kolkata), External Faculty (SBIL Kolkata), and Marketing Executive (SBIL Kolkata). The detailed post-wise and category-wise vacancy distribution is provided in the table below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>S.No.<\/th><th>Posts<\/th><th>SC<\/th><th>ST<\/th><th>OBC<\/th><th>EWS<\/th><th>GEN<\/th><th>Total<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>1<\/td><td>ERS Reviewer<\/td><td>04<\/td><td>02<\/td><td>07<\/td><td>03<\/td><td>14<\/td><td>30<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2<\/td><td>Dean, SBIL Kolkata<\/td><td>&#8212;<\/td><td>&#8212;<\/td><td>&#8212;<\/td><td>&#8212;<\/td><td>01<\/td><td>01<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>3<\/td><td>External Faculty, SBIL Kolkata<\/td><td>01<\/td><td>&#8212;<\/td><td>&#8212;<\/td><td>&#8212;<\/td><td>02<\/td><td>03<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>4<\/td><td>Marketing Executive, SBIL Kolkata<\/td><td>&#8212;<\/td><td>&#8212;<\/td><td>&#8212;<\/td><td>&#8212;<\/td><td>01<\/td><td>01<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><\/td><td><strong>Total<\/strong><\/td><td>05<\/td><td>02<\/td><td>07<\/td><td>03<\/td><td>18<\/td><td>35<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">SBI SO Online Application<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To apply for SBI SO 2025, candidates must complete the application process via the official SBI website, which is solely online. Before submitting their application, applicants should review the eligibility criteria for SBI SO 2025. The procedure for applying for the SBI SO Exam 2025 is as follows:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Step&nbsp;1:&nbsp;<\/strong>Open&nbsp;the&nbsp;site&nbsp;mentioned&nbsp;and&nbsp;click&nbsp;on&nbsp;the&nbsp;NEW&nbsp;REGISTRATION&nbsp;button&nbsp;located&nbsp;in&nbsp;the&nbsp;upper&nbsp;right&nbsp;corner&nbsp;of&nbsp;the&nbsp;home&nbsp;page.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Step&nbsp;2:&nbsp;<\/strong>Provide&nbsp;your&nbsp;basic&nbsp;information&nbsp;(name,&nbsp;phone&nbsp;number,&nbsp;email&nbsp;address,&nbsp;etc.)&nbsp;and&nbsp;click&nbsp;the&nbsp;&#8220;Save&nbsp;and&nbsp;Next&#8221;&nbsp;button&nbsp;to&nbsp;begin&nbsp;the&nbsp;application&nbsp;process&nbsp;for&nbsp;SBI&nbsp;SO.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Step&nbsp;3:&nbsp;<\/strong>Submit&nbsp;your&nbsp;photo&nbsp;and&nbsp;signature&nbsp;using&nbsp;the&nbsp;State&nbsp;Bank&nbsp;of&nbsp;India&#8217;s&nbsp;specified&nbsp;format.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Step&nbsp;4:&nbsp;<\/strong>In&nbsp;this&nbsp;section&nbsp;of&nbsp;your&nbsp;online&nbsp;application&nbsp;procedure,&nbsp;include&nbsp;your&nbsp;academic&nbsp;information&nbsp;and&nbsp;professional&nbsp;credentials.&nbsp;Upon&nbsp;the&nbsp;completion&nbsp;of&nbsp;the&nbsp;details,&nbsp;click&nbsp;the&nbsp;save&nbsp;and&nbsp;next&nbsp;button.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Step&nbsp;5:<\/strong>&nbsp;Review&nbsp;your&nbsp;application&nbsp;form&nbsp;one&nbsp;final&nbsp;time&nbsp;because&nbsp;you&nbsp;can&#8217;t&nbsp;make&nbsp;any&nbsp;more&nbsp;changes.&nbsp;After&nbsp;viewing&nbsp;your&nbsp;application&nbsp;form&nbsp;in&nbsp;preview,&nbsp;click&nbsp;the&nbsp;save&nbsp;and&nbsp;next&nbsp;option.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Step&nbsp;6:&nbsp;<\/strong>Use&nbsp;an&nbsp;online&nbsp;payment&nbsp;method,&nbsp;such&nbsp;as&nbsp;a&nbsp;credit&nbsp;card,&nbsp;debit&nbsp;card,&nbsp;or&nbsp;net&nbsp;banking,&nbsp;to&nbsp;pay&nbsp;your&nbsp;application&nbsp;fee.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Step&nbsp;7:&nbsp;<\/strong>Click&nbsp;on&nbsp;the Final&nbsp;Submit&nbsp;Button.&nbsp;Your&nbsp;application&nbsp;form&nbsp;was&nbsp;successfully&nbsp;submitted.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Your&nbsp;registration&nbsp;ID&nbsp;and&nbsp;password&nbsp;will&nbsp;be&nbsp;issued&nbsp;to&nbsp;you&nbsp;by&nbsp;SBI&nbsp;by&nbsp;email&nbsp;and&nbsp;text&nbsp;message&nbsp;so&nbsp;that&nbsp;you&nbsp;may&nbsp;access&nbsp;the&nbsp;official&nbsp;website.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Conditions&nbsp;for&nbsp;SBI&nbsp;SO&nbsp;Online&nbsp;Application<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>To&nbsp;prevent&nbsp;any&nbsp;lastminute&nbsp;glitches&nbsp;in&nbsp;the&nbsp;online&nbsp;application&nbsp;process,&nbsp;a&nbsp;candidate&nbsp;must&nbsp;be&nbsp;prepared&nbsp;before&nbsp;applying&nbsp;for&nbsp;the same beforehand. These are the conditions you need to follow:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>While&nbsp;applying&nbsp;for&nbsp;SBI&nbsp;SO&nbsp;online,&nbsp;candidates&nbsp;must&nbsp;have&nbsp;their&nbsp;photograph&nbsp;and&nbsp;signature&nbsp;ready.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Applicants&nbsp;must&nbsp;NOT&nbsp;sign&nbsp;in&nbsp;CAPITAL&nbsp;LETTERS&nbsp;as&nbsp;it&nbsp;will&nbsp;not&nbsp;be&nbsp;allowed.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Keep&nbsp;all&nbsp;required&nbsp;paperwork&nbsp;on&nbsp;hand&nbsp;when&nbsp;paying&nbsp;the&nbsp;application&nbsp;fee&nbsp;online.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A valid&nbsp;Email&nbsp;ID&nbsp;is&nbsp;required&nbsp;to&nbsp;be&nbsp;entered&nbsp;upon&nbsp;registering.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The&nbsp;photo&nbsp;must&nbsp;be&nbsp;passport&nbsp;size,&nbsp;and must&nbsp;not&nbsp;exceed&nbsp;the&nbsp;dimensions&nbsp;of&nbsp;4.5&nbsp;cm-3.5&nbsp;cm.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Both&nbsp;the&nbsp;signature&nbsp;and&nbsp;the&nbsp;photo&nbsp;need&nbsp;to&nbsp;be&nbsp;distinct&nbsp;and&nbsp;readable.&nbsp;The&nbsp;maximum&nbsp;and&nbsp;minimum&nbsp;allowed&nbsp;file&nbsp;sizes&nbsp;for&nbsp;photographs&nbsp;and&nbsp;signatures,&nbsp;respectively,&nbsp;are&nbsp;50&nbsp;KB&nbsp;for&nbsp;the&nbsp;photo&nbsp;and&nbsp;10&nbsp;KB&nbsp;for&nbsp;the&nbsp;signature.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>SBI SO Application Fee<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The table below provides information on the category-wise SBI SO application fees, which can be paid exclusively online. It is crucial to note that the application fees are non-refundable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Name of Category<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Application Fees<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>General and others<\/td><td>Rs. 750\/-<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>SC\/ST\/PWD<\/td><td>Nil<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">SBI SO Eligibility<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To qualify for the SBI SO recruitment exam in 2025, candidates need to meet certain age and educational qualification criteria. Here are the specific details regarding these requirements. The eligibility criteria for SBI SO recruitment in 2025 vary, and one such criterion is that the applicant must be an Indian citizen to apply. An applicant must meet the requirements for each post they have applied for to move on to the next round of the selection process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Educational Requirements<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The following is the minimum educational requirement:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Post Name<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Qualification<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Circle Defence Banking Advisor (CDBA)<\/td><td>Not Applicable<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Assistant Manager (Security Analyst)<\/td><td>Candidates must have complete B.E. \/ B. Tech. in Computer Science \/ Computer Applications \/ Information Technology \/ Electronics \/ Electronics &amp; Telecommunications \/ Electronics &amp; Communications \/ Electronics &amp; Instrumentations <br>OR <br>M.Sc. (Computer Science) \/ M.Sc. (IT) \/ MCA from Government recognized university or institution.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Deputy Manager (Security Analyst)<\/td><td>B.E. \/ B. Tech. in Computer Science \/Computer Applications\/ Information Technology \/ Electronics \/Electronics &amp; Telecommunications \/ Electronics &amp; Communications \/ Electronics &amp; Instrumentations from Government recognized university or institution.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Manager (Security Analyst)<\/td><td>B.E. \/B. Tech. in Computer Science \/Computer Applications \/ Information Technology \/ Electronics \/ Electronics &amp; Telecommunications \/ Electronics &amp; Communications \/ Electronics &amp; Instrumentations from Government recognized university or institution. <br>OR<br>M.Sc. (Computer Science) \/ M.Sc. (IT) \/ MCA from Government recognized university institution.<br>OR<br>MTech in Cyber Security \/ Information Security from Government recognized university or institution.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Assistant General Manager (Application Security)<\/td><td>BE \/ BTech (Computer Science \/ Electronics &amp; Communications \/ Information Technology\/ Cybersecurity) from Government recognized university or institution.<br>OR <br>MCA\/ MSc (Computer Science)\/ MSc (IT) from Government recognized university or institution.<br>OR<br>MTech in Cyber Security \/ Information Security from Government recognized university or institution.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Manager (Credit Analyst)<\/td><td>Graduate (any discipline) from Government recognized University or Institution  and MBA (Finance) \/ PGDBA \/ PGDBM \/ MMS (Finance) \/ CA \/ CFA \/ ICWA<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">SBI SO Age Limit<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Applicants&nbsp;must&nbsp;be&nbsp;between&nbsp;the&nbsp;ages&nbsp;of&nbsp;21&nbsp;and&nbsp;30.&nbsp;According&nbsp;to&nbsp;government&nbsp;regulations, candidates&nbsp;from&nbsp;reserved&nbsp;groups&nbsp;are&nbsp;given&nbsp;an&nbsp;age&nbsp;reduction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Post Name<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Age Limit<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Circle Defence Banking Advisor (CDBA)<\/td><td>60 years<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Assistant Manager (Security Analyst)<\/td><td>30 years<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Deputy Manager (Security Analyst)<\/td><td>35 years&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Manager (Security Analyst)<\/td><td>38 years&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Assistant General Manager (Application Security)<\/td><td>42 years<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Manager (Credit Analyst)<\/td><td>35 years<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">SBI SO Selection Process<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The selection procedure for SBI SO 2025 involves two stages:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Online Exam-:<\/strong> The first stage is the online examination, which consists of multiple-choice questions from various sections such as qualitative aptitude, English, reasoning, and professional knowledge. Candidates who qualify for the online exam will move on to the next stage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Personal Interview-:<\/strong> The second stage of the selection process is the personal interview. Candidates who clear the online exam will be shortlisted and invited to attend the personal interview. The interview panel will assess the candidate&#8217;s knowledge, skills, and suitability for the position.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Based on the candidate&#8217;s performance in the online exam and personal interview, a final merit list will be created, and candidates will be offered job positions accordingly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>You can also read our blog on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheggindia.com\/govt-exams\/sbi-po\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">SBI PO Exam<\/a>.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">SBI SO Exam Pattern<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The SBI SO recruitment examination is divided into two stages: the online exam and the Personal Interview. The online exam takes place at multiple centres throughout India and comprises multiple-choice questions. The exam duration is three hours and is separated into two sections: Qualitative Aptitude, English, Reasoning, and Professional Knowledge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td colspan=\"4\"><strong>SBI SO 2025 Exam Pattern<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Sections<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>No. of Questions<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Marks<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Duration<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Reasoning Ability&nbsp;<\/td><td>50<\/td><td>50<\/td><td rowspan=\"3\">90 minutes<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Quantitative Aptitude<\/td><td>35<\/td><td>35<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>English Language<\/td><td>35<\/td><td>35<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Professional Knowledge (PK)<\/td><td>50<\/td><td>100<\/td><td>45 minutes<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">SBI SO Syllabus<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>All of the significant subjects and chapters covered in the SBI SO Syllabus are those that will be tested in the Specialist Officer exam. The General Aptitude and Professional Knowledge sections of the online written test will be covered. The following lists the subjects that fall under each of these headings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Subjects<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Topics<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Reasoning Ability<\/td><td>Eligibility test, Inserting the missing character, Logic, Logical sequence of words, Logical Venn Classification, Clocks and calendars, Coding-Decoding, Data sufficiency, Direction sense test, Deriving conclusions from passages<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Quantitative Aptitude<\/td><td>Probability, Problems on ages, Problems on trains, proportions Roots, Simple and compound interest, Simplification Time, distance and work, Volume and surface area Averages, Bar graphs, Decimal and Fraction.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>English Language<\/td><td>Sentence Rearrangement, Subject-verb agreement, Synonyms, Tenses, Theme detection, Unseen passages, <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Vocabulary\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Vocabulary<\/a>, Word games, Word formulation Antonyms, Article, Comprehension, Conclusion, Error correction, Fill in the blanks, Tenses rules, Idioms and phrases, Parts of speech, Passage completion<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Professional Knowledge<\/td><td>Cost-Accounting, Basic Terminology of Information Technology, Knowledge of Operating systems, Networks and their types, DBMS\/ RDBMS. Basics of Accountancy, Direct and Indirect Taxes, Principles and Standards Accounting, Computer Architecture, Basics of Auditing, Accounts Management<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">SBI SO Salary and Allowance<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The&nbsp;pay&nbsp;scale&nbsp;for&nbsp;Specialist&nbsp;Cadre&nbsp;Officer&nbsp;positions&nbsp;varies&nbsp;depending&nbsp;on&nbsp;the&nbsp;duties&nbsp;and&nbsp;job&nbsp;description.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td colspan=\"2\"><strong>Salary Structure<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Post Name<\/td><td><strong>Pay Scale<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Circle Defence Banking Advisor (CDBA)<\/td><td>Rs. 24.50 lakh per annum<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Assistant Manager (Security Analyst)<\/td><td>36000-1490\/7-46430-1740\/2-49910-1990\/7\/-63840<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Deputy Manager (Security Analyst)<\/td><td>48170-1740\/1-49910-1990\/10-69810<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Manager (Security Analyst)<\/td><td>63840-1990\/5-73790-2220\/2-78230<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Assistant General Manager (Application Security)<\/td><td>89890-2500\/2-94890-2730\/2-100350<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Manager (Credit Analyst)<\/td><td>63840-1990\/5-73790-2220\/2-78230<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Based&nbsp;on&nbsp;the&nbsp;7th&nbsp;Pay&nbsp;Commission,&nbsp;the&nbsp;SBI&nbsp;SO&nbsp;(State&nbsp;Bank&nbsp;of&nbsp;India&nbsp;Specialist&nbsp;Officer)&nbsp;wage&nbsp;structure&nbsp;differs&nbsp;according&nbsp;to&nbsp;the&nbsp;position&nbsp;and&nbsp;experience&nbsp;of&nbsp;the&nbsp;applicant.&nbsp;A&nbsp;comprehensive&nbsp;wage&nbsp;schedule&nbsp;for&nbsp;the&nbsp;SBI&nbsp;SO&nbsp;is&nbsp;shown&nbsp;below:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p><strong>Basic&nbsp;Salary:<\/strong>&nbsp;Depending&nbsp;on&nbsp;the&nbsp;job&nbsp;and&nbsp;the&nbsp;candidate&#8217;s&nbsp;expertise,&nbsp;the&nbsp;basic&nbsp;salary&nbsp;for&nbsp;an&nbsp;SBI&nbsp;SO&nbsp;might range&nbsp;from&nbsp;Rs.&nbsp;23,700&nbsp;to&nbsp;Rs.&nbsp;51,490.&nbsp;According&nbsp;to&nbsp;the&nbsp;pay&nbsp;scale&nbsp;for&nbsp;the&nbsp;employee&#8217;s&nbsp;role,&nbsp;this&nbsp;fixed&nbsp;portion&nbsp;of&nbsp;the&nbsp;income&nbsp;is&nbsp;determined. also, there are several allowances provided like:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Dearness&nbsp;Allowance&nbsp;(DA)&nbsp;is&nbsp;a&nbsp;benefit&nbsp;given&nbsp;to&nbsp;workers&nbsp;to&nbsp;help&nbsp;them&nbsp;cope&nbsp;with&nbsp;the&nbsp;rising&nbsp;expense&nbsp;of&nbsp;living.&nbsp;It&nbsp;is&nbsp;calculated&nbsp;as&nbsp;a&nbsp;percentage&nbsp;of&nbsp;basic&nbsp;pay. DA&nbsp;is&nbsp;currently&nbsp;17%&nbsp;of&nbsp;the basic&nbsp;pay&nbsp;for&nbsp;SBI&nbsp;workers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>House&nbsp;Rent&nbsp;Allowance&nbsp;(HRA):&nbsp;Depending&nbsp;on&nbsp;the&nbsp;employee&#8217;s&nbsp;location,&nbsp;HRA&nbsp;is&nbsp;given&nbsp;to&nbsp;employees&nbsp;to&nbsp;cover&nbsp;their&nbsp;housing&nbsp;costs.&nbsp;It&nbsp;varies&nbsp;between&nbsp;7.5&nbsp;and&nbsp;9%&nbsp;of&nbsp;the&nbsp;base&nbsp;salary.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>City&nbsp;Compensatory&nbsp;Allowance&nbsp;(CCA):&nbsp;To&nbsp;help&nbsp;employees&nbsp;cope&nbsp;with&nbsp;the&nbsp;high&nbsp;expense&nbsp;of&nbsp;living&nbsp;in&nbsp;large cities,&nbsp;CCA&nbsp;is&nbsp;given.&nbsp;It&nbsp;varies&nbsp;between&nbsp;0%&nbsp;and&nbsp;4%&nbsp;of&nbsp;the&nbsp;base&nbsp;salary.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Medical&nbsp;Benefits:&nbsp;SBI&nbsp;offers&nbsp;medical&nbsp;benefits&nbsp;to&nbsp;its&nbsp;employees,&nbsp;including&nbsp;the&nbsp;payment&nbsp;of&nbsp;hospital&nbsp;and doctor&nbsp;fees. Depending&nbsp;on&nbsp;the&nbsp;employment&nbsp;and&nbsp;the&nbsp;employee&#8217;s&nbsp;medical&nbsp;expenses,&nbsp;several&nbsp;medical&nbsp;benefits&nbsp;are&nbsp;available.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Leave&nbsp;Travel&nbsp;Allowance&nbsp;(LTA):&nbsp;LTA&nbsp;is&nbsp;available&nbsp;to&nbsp;SBI&nbsp;SO&nbsp;personnel&nbsp;and&nbsp;may&nbsp;be&nbsp;claimed&nbsp;twice&nbsp;throughout&nbsp;a&nbsp;4year&nbsp;period.&nbsp;According&nbsp;to&nbsp;the&nbsp;position&nbsp;and&nbsp;the&nbsp;travel&nbsp;costs&nbsp;incurred&nbsp;by&nbsp;the&nbsp;employee,&nbsp;LTA&nbsp;varies&nbsp;in&nbsp;amount.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Contributory&nbsp;Provident&nbsp;Fund&nbsp;(CPF):&nbsp;Workers&nbsp;get&nbsp;a&nbsp;contributing&nbsp;provident&nbsp;fund,&nbsp;which&nbsp;is&nbsp;withheld&nbsp;from&nbsp;their&nbsp;pay&nbsp;and&nbsp;matched&nbsp;by&nbsp;the&nbsp;employer.&nbsp;At&nbsp;the&nbsp;moment,&nbsp;12%&nbsp;of&nbsp;the&nbsp;basic&nbsp;salary&nbsp;and&nbsp;DA&nbsp;are&nbsp;contributed.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">SBI SO Preparation Tips <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some preparation tips for the State Bank of India Specialist Officer (SBI SO) exam 2025:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Understanding Exam Pattern: Familiarize with the latest exam structure, including Objective Tests and Descriptive Test.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Knowing the Syllabus: Review official syllabus for the specific specialization. Focus on the technical knowledge required for the chosen field.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Practicing Previous Year Papers: Solve past year&#8217;s SBI SO question papers. Analyze performance to identify weak areas.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mock Tests: Take full-length mock tests to improve time management. Simulate exam conditions for better preparation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Improving General Awareness: Stay updated on current affairs and read business newspapers and financial magazines.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Strengthening English Language Skills: Work on grammar, vocabulary, and comprehension.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Strengthening Quantitative and Reasoning Abilities: Practice aptitude and logical reasoning questions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Creating a Study Schedule: Allocate time for each subject based on strengths and weaknesses.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use Quality Study Materials: Refer to standard books and online resources.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Healthy Preparation: Maintain a balanced diet and exercise routine. Ensure adequate sleep.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Keeping Track of Important Dates: Regularly check the SBI website for exam notifications and updates.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">SBI&nbsp;SO Admit Card<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The&nbsp;SBI&nbsp;SO&nbsp;Admit&nbsp;Card&nbsp;will&nbsp;be&nbsp;made&nbsp;available&nbsp;a&nbsp;few&nbsp;days&nbsp;before&nbsp;to&nbsp;the&nbsp;exam&#8217;s&nbsp;scheduled&nbsp;date.&nbsp;After&nbsp;entering&nbsp;their&nbsp;credentials,&nbsp;aspirants&nbsp;can&nbsp;download&nbsp;the&nbsp;SBI&nbsp;SO&nbsp;Admit&nbsp;Card.&nbsp;To&nbsp;sit&nbsp;for&nbsp;the&nbsp;SBI&nbsp;SO&nbsp;Test,&nbsp;you&nbsp;must&nbsp;have&nbsp;your&nbsp;admit&nbsp;card&nbsp;with&nbsp;you.&nbsp;Using&nbsp;this&nbsp;portal,&nbsp;aspirants&nbsp;may&nbsp;check&nbsp;information&nbsp;regarding the SBI&nbsp;SO&nbsp;Admit&nbsp;Card.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Several&nbsp;crucial&nbsp;facts&nbsp;are&nbsp;included&nbsp;on&nbsp;the&nbsp;SBI&nbsp;SO&nbsp;Admit&nbsp;Card,&nbsp;including&nbsp;the&nbsp;candidate&#8217;s&nbsp;name,&nbsp;roll&nbsp;number,&nbsp;user&nbsp;password,&nbsp;exam&nbsp;location,&nbsp;exam&nbsp;time,&nbsp;etc.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Whenever&nbsp;the&nbsp;candidates&nbsp;discover&nbsp;a&nbsp;bug&nbsp;or&nbsp;problem&nbsp;in&nbsp;the&nbsp;SBI&nbsp;SO&nbsp;admission&nbsp;card,&nbsp;they&nbsp;must&nbsp;inform&nbsp;the&nbsp;SBI&nbsp;officials.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The&nbsp;SBI&nbsp;will&nbsp;make&nbsp;the&nbsp;admission&nbsp;cards&nbsp;available&nbsp;for&nbsp;each&nbsp;position&nbsp;and&nbsp;phase&nbsp;of&nbsp;the&nbsp;hiring&nbsp;process. admit cards&nbsp;with&nbsp;all&nbsp;the&nbsp;details&nbsp;will&nbsp;also&nbsp;be&nbsp;released&nbsp;for&nbsp;the&nbsp;positions&nbsp;that&nbsp;simply&nbsp;require&nbsp;interviews.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">SBI SO Cut-off<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>SBI&nbsp;SO&nbsp;cut&nbsp;off&nbsp;2025&nbsp;will&nbsp;be&nbsp;made&nbsp;public&nbsp;at&nbsp;the&nbsp;same&nbsp;time&nbsp;as&nbsp;the&nbsp;results&nbsp;are&nbsp;announced.&nbsp;To&nbsp;fill&nbsp;a&nbsp;variety&nbsp;of&nbsp;positions&nbsp;within&nbsp;the&nbsp;State&nbsp;Bank&nbsp;of&nbsp;India,&nbsp;SBI&nbsp;SO&nbsp;2025&nbsp;is&nbsp;held.&nbsp;Applicants&nbsp;are&nbsp;eligible&nbsp;to&nbsp;participate&nbsp;in&nbsp;the&nbsp;next&nbsp;round&nbsp;of&nbsp;the&nbsp;selection&nbsp;process&nbsp;if&nbsp;their&nbsp;scores&nbsp;surpass&nbsp;the&nbsp;minimum&nbsp;cutoff.&nbsp;Applicants&nbsp;can&nbsp;look&nbsp;at&nbsp;the&nbsp;cutoff&nbsp;from&nbsp;the&nbsp;prior&nbsp;year&nbsp;to&nbsp;get&nbsp;a&nbsp;sense&nbsp;of&nbsp;the&nbsp;pattern.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>SBI SO cut-off 2025 will depend on various factors such as the number of vacancies, the Number of candidates, and interview marks. For a few posts of SBI SO, candidates will have to go through a written test and interview process for the selection process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Expected&nbsp;Cut&nbsp;Off&nbsp;in&nbsp;Written&nbsp;Exam&nbsp;202<\/strong>5<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The&nbsp;written&nbsp;exam&#8217;s&nbsp;SBI&nbsp;SO&nbsp;cut&nbsp;off&nbsp;is&nbsp;listed&nbsp;here.&nbsp;Applicants&nbsp;must&nbsp;meet&nbsp;the&nbsp;minimal&nbsp;requirements&nbsp;in&nbsp;each&nbsp;of&nbsp;the&nbsp;four&nbsp;subjects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Subject<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>General Cut Off<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>SC\/ST\/OBC\/PWD Cut Off<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Total Marks<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>English Language<\/strong><\/td><td>7<\/td><td>6<\/td><td>50<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Reasoning<\/strong><\/td><td>13<\/td><td>11.50<\/td><td>35<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Quantitative Knowledge<\/strong><\/td><td>5<\/td><td>4<\/td><td>35<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Professional Knowledge<\/strong><\/td><td>46<\/td><td>41<\/td><td>100<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Cutoff&nbsp;for&nbsp;Professional&nbsp;Knowledge&nbsp;for&nbsp;Category-Wise&nbsp;SBI&nbsp;SO<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The&nbsp;projected&nbsp;cut&nbsp;off&nbsp;for&nbsp;Professional&nbsp;Knowledge,&nbsp;broken&nbsp;down&nbsp;by&nbsp;category,&nbsp;for&nbsp;the&nbsp;SBI&nbsp;SO&nbsp;2025&nbsp;is&nbsp;shown&nbsp;below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Categories<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Category-Wise Cut Off<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>SC<\/td><td>53.50<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>ST<\/td><td>47.50<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>OBC<\/td><td>57.50<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>GEN<\/td><td>60.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>VI<\/td><td>49.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>HI<\/td><td>44<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>OH<\/td><td>51.10<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The&nbsp;table&nbsp;below&nbsp;shows&nbsp;the&nbsp;anticipated&nbsp;cutoff&nbsp;scores&nbsp;for&nbsp;SBI&nbsp;SO&nbsp;2024&nbsp;for&nbsp;the&nbsp;final&nbsp;candidate&nbsp;chosen&nbsp;based&nbsp;on&nbsp;categories.&nbsp;The&nbsp;formula&nbsp;below&nbsp;will&nbsp;be&nbsp;used&nbsp;to&nbsp;determine&nbsp;the&nbsp;cutoff&nbsp;mark.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Total&nbsp;Out&nbsp;of&nbsp;125&nbsp;=&nbsp;Interview&nbsp;+&nbsp;Professional&nbsp;Knowledge&nbsp;(100)&nbsp;(25)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Expected Cut off Marks for Last Selected Candidate<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Categories<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Category-Wise Cut Off<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>SC<\/td><td>75.5<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>ST<\/td><td>71<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>OBC<\/td><td>79.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>GEN<\/td><td>85.5<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>VI<\/td><td>75.50<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>HI<\/td><td>63.25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>OH<\/td><td>71<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>I&#8217;ve concluded that applying for a State Bank of India Specialist Officer (SBI SO) position could be a great move for someone with the right qualifications and interests. With opportunities across diverse fields such as IT, marketing, and finance, there\u2019s something for everyone. Along with a competitive salary, benefits, and career growth potential, working for a respected institution like SBI can open doors to valuable networking and future opportunities in the financial sector. If you&#8217;re looking to advance your career in banking or related fields, becoming an SBI SO might be your ideal path to success!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Recommended Reads:<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheggindia.com\/govt-exams-blogs\/sbi-so-salary\/\">SBI SO Salary 2025: Pay Scale, Perks &amp; Allowances<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheggindia.com\/govt-exams\/sbi-cbo\/\">SBI CBO Recruitment 2025 \u2013 Apply by 29 May for 2,964 Vacancies<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheggindia.com\/govt-exams\/sbi-clerk\/\">SBI Clerk 2025 Notification \u2013 6,589 Vacancies, Exam Date &amp; Syllabus<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheggindia.com\/govt-exams-blogs\/sbi-clerk-salary\/\">SBI Clerk Salary 2025: Salary Structure, Job Profile, Growth<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheggindia.com\/govt-exams-blogs\/sbi-clerk-exam-pattern\/\">SBI Clerk Exam Pattern: Detailed Prelims and Mains Structure for 2025<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheggindia.com\/qa-experts\/sign-up\/?utm_source=seointernal&amp;utm_medium=content&amp;utm_campaign=careeradvice\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"213\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cheggindia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Stop-hustling-from-9-to-5.-Work-at-your-Own-Pace.-Become-an-expert-1024x213.png\" alt=\"Stop hustling from 9 to 5. Work at your Own Pace.\" class=\"wp-image-29880\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cheggindia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Stop-hustling-from-9-to-5.-Work-at-your-Own-Pace.-Become-an-expert-1024x213.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.cheggindia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Stop-hustling-from-9-to-5.-Work-at-your-Own-Pace.-Become-an-expert-300x63.png 300w, https:\/\/www.cheggindia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Stop-hustling-from-9-to-5.-Work-at-your-Own-Pace.-Become-an-expert-768x160.png 768w, https:\/\/www.cheggindia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Stop-hustling-from-9-to-5.-Work-at-your-Own-Pace.-Become-an-expert.png 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Frequently Asked Questions: (FAQs)<\/h2>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<div id=\"faq-question-1741850770077\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>Which is better, SBI PO or SBI SO?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Ans. SBI PO provides a broader, generalist function with speedier career advancement, whereas SBI SO is specialized and potentially less demanding, focusing on specific knowledge.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1741850778322\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>What is the duty of SBI SO?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Ans. SBI SO are responsible for\u00a0handling specialized functions in the bank, such as credit analysis, risk management, investment banking, treasury operations, forex operations, and more.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1741850787077\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>Is SBI SO a permanent job?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Ans. The exam is conducted every year to fill both permanent and contractual positions of SO in the bank<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1741850789222\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>Which post is higher, PO or SO?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Ans. In the general banking setting, a PO (Probationary Officer) role is often seen as superior to a SO (Specialist Officer) post since the PO is considered the entry-level position for managerial positions, providing more prospects for career advancement.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1741850810741\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>Can a fresher apply for SBI SO?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Ans. A degree in engineering, information technology, or computer science. Next, according to SBI SO Eligibility Criteria, candidates must be graduates. 5 years of experience, including at least 2 years of campaign management in the outbound BPO domain. 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