“Can you score 30/30 in a bank interview?” This is exactly what you will discover in the Success Story of Shruti Gupta who Cracked SBI PO.
For most SBI PO aspirants, that sounds unreal.
For Shruti Gupta, it became a reality. In one of the most competitive banking exams in the country, where even well-prepared candidates stumble at the final stage, Shruti’s journey stands out, not because it was easy, but because it was strategic, disciplined, and brutally honest.
Success Story of Shruti Gupta who Cracked SBI PO
Shruti Gupta cleared SBI PO 2025 and scored a perfect 30/30 in the interview, despite coming from a non-traditional background with a BSc in Zoology & Botany and an MBA in Marketing & HR. Already working as a Scale I Officer at Punjab National Bank, she knew that experience alone wouldn’t guarantee success.
What worked for her was structured preparation, especially for mocks, analysis, and interview readiness. Platforms like Oliveboard played a key role in helping her simulate real exam pressure, identify weak areas, and sharpen her answers before the final interview.
Interview with SBI PO Selected Candidate Shruti Gupta
In this interview, Shruti shares exactly what worked, what didn’t, and what aspirants should stop doing immediately if they want to crack SBI PO.
Q1. What was your first reaction when you saw your SBI PO final result?
A: Honestly, it was disbelief at first. SBI PO is not just about clearing stages, it’s about clearing them convincingly. When I saw the interview marks, I knew the preparation had paid off.
Q2. Shruti, you scored 30/30 in the SBI PO interview. What do you think made the difference?
A: Clarity and honesty. I didn’t try to sound over-smart. I focused on my background, my banking experience, and current affairs. Oliveboard’s interview guidance sessions helped me structure answers instead of memorising them.
Q3. Many aspirants fear the interview stage. How should they prepare for it?
A: Start early. Don’t wait for the mains result. Mock interviews, current affairs capsules, and self-introspection are key. Oliveboard’s interview prep content of SBI PO helped me understand what panels actually expect.
Q 4. How important were mocks in your SBI PO preparation?
A: Mocks were non-negotiable. I treated every mock like the actual exam. Oliveboard’s SBI PO mock tests were very close to the real paper, especially in terms of difficulty and time pressure.
Q5. As a working professional, how did you manage time?
A: I focused on quality over quantity. Even 2-3 hours daily, if done with proper mock analysis and revision, is enough. Structured courses help because they remove guesswork.
Q6. What common mistakes do SBI PO aspirants make?
A: Ignoring mock analysis, running behind too many resources, and underestimating the interview. One reliable platform like Oliveboard is more than enough.
Q7. What role did Oliveboard play in your success?
A: From concept clarity to mocks and interview preparation, Oliveboard gave me direction. It saved time and kept my preparation exam-oriented. SBI PO is not cracked by motivation alone, it’s cracked by mock-driven preparation, honest self-analysis, and calm execution. If you trust the process and the right resources, results will follow.
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- Enrol in Oliveboard’s SBI PO courses for concept clarity
- Practice with real-exam-level mock tests
- Get interview-ready with expert-led guidance
Thousands of selections have one thing in common: Oliveboard-backed preparation.
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