Over the past few years, the SBI PO Mains exam has shown a clear shift toward current affairs–driven questions, with a strong emphasis on economic developments, government schemes, international events, and reports. Below is a year-wise, filtered compilation of only current affairs questions asked in the exam (banking awareness topics excluded).
SBI PO Mains 2025 – Current Affairs Questions
The 2025 paper leaned heavily on recent national and international developments, along with government initiatives and global recognitions.
- FASTag Annual Pass – ₹3000
- MSP for Kharif crops – 1.5 times cost of production
- India’s GDP growth (FY25) – 6.5%
- QUAD “At Sea Observer Mission”
- PM MITRA Park – Brownfield and Greenfield sites
- UN Nelson Mandela Prize – awarded every 5 years
- New Development Bank – appointment-related question
- Delhi-Mumbai Expressway – wildlife corridor feature
SBI PO Mains 2024 – Current Affairs Questions
The 2024 paper focused on economic data, government schemes, and technological advancements, with direct factual questions.
- India’s Current Account Deficit (Q3 FY25) – USD 11.5 billion
- Production Linked Incentive (PLI) – electronics growth
- PM VIKAS scheme – features and ministry
- Inter-Ministerial Fintech Committee – chaired by Nagaraju Maddirala
- NCAER – National Council of Applied Economic Research
- Krishi DSS platform – Department of Agriculture
- Agnibaan rocket – 3D printed engine
- Fertilizer subsidy – ₹37,216 crore
- India’s export value – USD 682.59 billion
- Global Innovation Index – India’s ranking
- AI and fintech developments
- Coastal Fishermen Villages under PMMSY – 100
SBI PO Mains 2023 – Current Affairs Questions
The 2023 paper combined international updates, government initiatives, and awards, with moderate factual depth.
- Ethanol blending target year – 2023–24
- INS Imphal – Project 15B warship
- Global Crypto Adoption Index – India rank
- Visa-free countries – Thailand, Sri Lanka
- Airline pilot license validity – 10 years
- International Big Cat Alliance – excluded species
- Golden Peacock Award – ₹40 lakh prize
- Renault-Nissan restructuring – CCI approval
SBI PO Mains 2022 – Current Affairs Questions
The 2022 exam marked a balanced approach, with a mix of static-linked and current developments.
- Financial inclusion schemes (government initiatives)
- RBI digital payments initiatives
- Government schemes and objectives
- Economic reports and data
- International organizations and rankings
- Budget announcements
- Payment system developments
SBI PO Mains 2021 – Current Affairs Questions
The 2021 paper focused on straightforward current affairs, mostly direct and fact-based.
- GDP growth (Q2 FY22) – 8.4%
- Asia-Europe Meeting Summit – Cambodia
- World Inequality Report – MENA region
- Ramsar sites – related question
- Samudrayan mission
- AUKUS deal – nuclear submarines
- Booker Prize – The Promise
- Person of the Year – Elon Musk
- MSME Sambandh portal
SBI PO Current Affairs Question Trend Analysis (2021–2025)
A clear pattern emerges from the past five years:
1. Increasing Weightage of Current Affairs
- 2021–2022: Basic, fact-based questions
- 2023–2025: More analytical and concept-linked current affairs
2. Focus Areas
Most frequently asked topics include:
- Government Schemes & Policies (PM VIKAS, PM MITRA, PMMSY)
- Economic Data & Reports (GDP, exports, CAD)
- International Affairs (QUAD, AUKUS, global rankings)
- Science & Technology (AI, rockets, fintech)
- Awards & Recognitions (Booker Prize, UN awards)
3. Shift Toward Application-Based Questions
Recent papers test not just awareness but contextual understanding, especially linking schemes with ministries, objectives, and outcomes.
FAQs
Q1: How many current affairs questions are asked in SBI PO Mains?
A1: Usually, a significant portion (20–30+ questions) is based on current affairs, especially in the GA section.
Q2: What is the most important current affairs topic for SBI PO?
A2: Government schemes, economic data, RBI updates, and international events are the most important.
Q3: How many months of current affairs should I prepare?
A3: At least 6–8 months, with strong revision of the last 3 months.
Q4: Are current affairs questions factual or analytical?
A4: Recent trends show a mix, with increasing focus on application-based and statement-type questions.
Q5: Is it enough to study only current affairs for GA section?
A5: No, but current affairs form the major portion, so they must be prioritized alongside basic concepts.
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