How to prepare for SBI PO 2019 – Best Tips of the Year

The position of SBI PO is one of the most well respected and prestigious government jobs out there. This job will not just provide you with financial security and stability in the present, but it will also take care of you after retirement. However, scoring that job can be quite a challenge sometimes, as it is a highly competitive exam. Read on to know everything regarding this examination, so that you can prepare SBI PO 2019  yourself better.

SBI PO Exam Pattern

Aspiring candidates for SBI PO must have a very good idea about the exam pattern. This will help them prepare efficiently and appropriately and score good marks. Competitive exam preparation warrants a lot of focus, which will prove beneficial to you.

The SBI PO exam will have two parts- preliminary exams and main exams, followed by an interview. Read on to know everything about the exam pattern of the SBI PO examination of 2019:

SBI PO Preliminary examination

Mode of Examination	Online
Subjects	English Language, Reasoning Ability, Quantitative Aptitude
Number of Questions	100
Marking Scheme	Each question will carry 1 mark each
Duration of Exam	1 hour
Language	The question paper will be set in both English and Hindi
Negative Marking	Yes
Type of Questions	Objective

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SBI PO Main Examination

Mode of Examination	Online
Subjects	English Language, Banking/Economic Awareness, Computer Aptitude, Reasoning, Data Analysis and Interpretation, General Knowledge
Number of Questions	The objective portion will have 155 questions
Marking Scheme	The objective questions will carry 1 mark each
Duration of Exam	3 hours for the objective questions 30 minutes for the descriptive questions
Language	The question paper will be set in both English and Hindi
Negative Marking	Yes, but only for objective questions
Type of Questions	Objective and descriptive

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Interview Tips for SBI PO 2019

Once the preliminary and main exams are done, the marks will be calculated. The candidates that scored the highest marks will then have to go for the final stage, which is the personal interview. The final candidates will be further shortlisted and selected for the position of SBI PO based on their interview performance.

SBI PO Syllabus

In order to score well in this highly competitive examination, you will have to make sure that you have a very firm grasp on the syllabus. Once you know what the syllabus is, you can smoothly progress with your studying and preparation. The syllabus for the preliminary and main examination is as follows:

SBI PO Prelims exam syllabus

Reasoning	Quantitative Aptitude	English Language
Alphanumeric Series	Profit and Loss	Cloze Test
Data Sufficiency	Simple Interest and Compound Interest	Miscellaneous
Seating Arrangement	Surds and Indices	Error Spotting/Multiple Meanings
Tabulation	Time and Distance	Reading Comprehension
Blood Relations	Data Interpretation	Para Jumbles
Coding and Decoding	Number Systems	Fill In The Blanks
Logical Reasoning	Probability	Paragraph Completion
Alphabet Test/ Direction/ Ranking	Permutations and Combinations
Coded Inequalities	Simplification
Puzzle	Alligations and Mixtures
Syllogism	Work and Time
Input and Output	Mensuration- Sphere, Cone, Cylinder
	Percentage
	Ratio and Proportion
	Sequences and Series

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SBI PO Mains Exam syllabus

Data Analysis	Reasoning	English Language	Banking/Economy/General Awareness	Computer Awareness
Line Graph	Syllogism	Grammar	Current Affairs	Memory
Bar Graph	Linear Seating Arrangement	Verbal Ability	Static Awareness	Computer Abbreviation
Missing Case DI	Scheduling	Sentence Improvement	Financial Awareness	Computer Hardware
Data Sufficiency	Blood Relations	Cloze Test	General Knowledge	Operating System
Permutations and Combinations	Ranking and Ordering	Fill in the blanks	Financial and Banking Awareness	Terminologies/ Computer Fundamentals
Tabular Graph	Coding and Decoding	Reading Comprehension		Internet
Pie Chart	Course of Action	Vocabulary		Keyboard Shortcuts
Radar Graph Casselet	Analytical and Decision Making	Word Association		Microsoft Office
Let It Case DI	Verbal Reasoning	Para Jumbles		Computer Software
Probability	Circular Seating Arrangement	Error Spotting		Networking
	Double Lineup
	Input and Output
	Distances and Directions
	Data Sufficiency
	Code Inequalities
	Critical Reasoning

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Study Material for SBI PO 2019 Preparation

Scoring well in the SBI PO exam can sometimes be a bit challenging. However, if you know which books to refer to and which books to study thoroughly, you will have an easier time scoring high parks. Mentioned below are some of the best books for SBI PO 2019 preparation:

1. English Language

• Objective General English by S.P. Bakshi and published by Arihant Publications
• High School English Grammar and Composition by Wren and Martin and published by S.Chand Publications

2. Computer Awareness

• Objective Computer Awareness by R.Pillai and published by Arihant Publication

3. Reasoning

• Analytical Reasoning by M.K. Pandey and published by BSC Publications
• A Modern Approach to Verbal and Non-Verbal Reasoning (Revised Edition) by R.S. Aggarwal and published by S.Chand Publications

4. Quantitative Aptitude

• Quantum CAT by Sarvesh K Verma and published by Arihant Publication
• Objective Arithmetic by Rajesh Verma and published by Arihant Publication

Tips for Preparation of the SBI PO 2019

If you want to ensure that you perform well in your SBI PO 2019 examination, then it’s imperative that you follow the below-mentioned tips:

• Build an organized and effective study plan, so that it is easier for you to navigate easily through your study material.
• Make sure that you go through the previous years’ question papers, in order to get a clear idea regarding the type of questions.
• Know which topics are important and focus on them more. This will benefit you largely and you will be able to answer all the questions with ease.
• Lastly, it pays well to be calm during your preparation and on the day of the exam. Keep a calm mind and take one question at a time. This will not just help you score well; it will also give you a lot of clarity.

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Conclusion

The SBI PO exam can seem very intimidating due to thousands of people applying for it. However, with the right preparation, you will be able to score high marks and get that coveted position. Additionally, make sure that you are updated on all the latest bank notifications so that you do not miss any important details.