Banking SBI (PO)
SBI PO Eligibility Details
State Bank of India (SBI) conducts recruitment for the post of Probationary Officer (PO). Candidates must satisfy the prescribed eligibility criteria before applying for the examination.
Nationality
- Candidate must be a citizen of India.
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 21 Years.
- Maximum Age: 30 Years.
- Age relaxation is applicable as per Government rules.
Upper Age Relaxation
- OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 Years.
- SC / ST Candidates: 5 Years.
- Ex-Servicemen with eligible military service: 5 Years.
- Candidates domiciled in Jammu & Kashmir (1980–1989): 5 Years.
Educational Qualification
- Graduation in any discipline from a recognized University.
- Equivalent qualification recognized by the Central Government is also accepted.
- Final Year / Final Semester students may apply provisionally.
- Integrated Dual Degree (IDD) candidates should ensure the passing date meets SBI notification requirements.
Important Note
Candidates applying provisionally must produce proof of passing the graduation examination during the document verification or interview process.
SBI PO Selection Process
SBI PO recruitment is conducted in three phases: Preliminary Examination, Main Examination, and Interview / Group Exercise.
Phase I – Preliminary Examination
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| English Language | 30 | 30 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 35 | 35 |
| Reasoning Ability | 35 | 35 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
Duration: Composite Time of 1 Hour.
Phase II – Main Examination
| Subject | Marks |
|---|---|
| English Language | 50 |
| General Awareness, Marketing & Computer Knowledge | 50 |
| Data Analysis & Interpretation | 50 |
| Reasoning (High Level) | 50 |
| Objective Test Total | 200 |
Duration: 2 Hours.
Descriptive Test
| Paper | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Essay & Letter Writing (English) | 50 | 1 Hour |
Phase III – Interview & Group Exercise
- Candidates qualifying the Main Examination are shortlisted for Group Exercise and Interview.
- Final selection is based on combined performance in Main Examination and Interview/Group Exercise.
Course Highlights
- Complete SBI PO syllabus coverage.
- Advanced Reasoning & Data Interpretation classes.
- Quantitative Aptitude practice sessions.
- English Grammar, Vocabulary & Comprehension.
- Banking Awareness, Marketing & Computer Knowledge.
- Mock Tests with Performance Analysis.
- Interview & Group Discussion Guidance.