SBI Probationary Officer (SBI PO)
Quick facts
| Conducted by | State Bank of India (SBI) |
|---|---|
| Exam level | National |
| How often | Once a year |
| Mode | Online |
| Qualification | Graduation in any subject |
| Age limit | 21 – 3 years |
| Age relaxation | OBC:3, SC:5, ST:5, PwBD:10 |
| Official website | sbi.co.in |
Overview
SBI PO recruits Probationary Officers for the State Bank of India, India's largest bank. It is one of the most sought-after banking exams because of its pay, perks and career growth.
Eligibility
- Education: graduation in any subject. Final-year students can apply provisionally.
- Age: 21 to 30 years, with usual relaxations.
Exam pattern & syllabus
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| Prelims | English, Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning – 100 marks, 1 hour |
| Mains | Objective (Reasoning & Computer, Data Analysis, General/Economy/Banking Awareness, English) + descriptive (letter & essay) |
| Phase III | Psychometric test, group exercise and interview |
How to prepare
- Same preparation as IBPS PO, with a slightly higher difficulty level.
- Practise high-level puzzles and data interpretation.
- Follow banking and economy news daily.
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Please note: eligibility, age limits and exam pattern change from year to year. This page gives general guidance only; the official notification for each year is final.