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The SBI PO Recruitment 2024 is anticipated to commence with the release of the notification in August 2024. SBI PO notification will mark the beginning of the application process for the Probationary Officer (PO) post at State Bank of India (SBI). To apply, candidates must be between 21 and 30 years old and have a graduate degree. Candidates should start preparing early to improve their chances of success in this highly competitive process.

SBI PO Notification 2024

The SBI PO Recruitment 2024 process includes three main phases such as the Prelims, the Mains, and a final round with a psychometric test, group exercises, and interviews. The final selection depends on the marks from the Mains exam and the interview. SBI is expected to be offer 2000+ PO posts this year. SBI PO Notification 2024 will provide detailed information on the exam pattern, syllabus, and other important details.

SBI PO 2024 Exam Date

The SBI PO Exam is held annually by the State Bank of India to choose qualified applicants for the role of probationary officer. The SBI PO preliminary examination 2024 is expected to start in September 2024. Candidates who qualify through the prelims will proceed to the SBI PO Mains examination, which is expected to be scheduled in November 2024. The Psychometric test will be held in January 2025. We will update all relevant details once the official SBI Exam date 2024 is out.

SBI PO Notification 2024 PDF Link

The SBI PO Notification 2024 PDF will be released on the official website of SBI at www.sbi.co.in. SBI PO Recruitment 2024 will cover details like the application process, eligibility criteria, SBI exam dates, selection procedure, SBI PO vacancy and more. The application form for SBI PO 2024 will be accessible through online mode only. The SBI PO Notification 2024 PDF link will be available here, once it is released on the SBI PO Notification 2024 official website

SBI PO Notification 2024 – Overview 

Candidates will be chosen based on their performance in two key stages such as the Main Examination (Phase 2) and a combination of Interview and Group Exercises (Phase 3). The cumulative scores from these rounds will determine the final selection. If you pass, you’ll start work as a Probationary Officer. Your first paycheck will be Rs. 41,960 per month. Your pay will go up over time, starting at Rs. 36,000 and potentially reaching Rs. 63,840. We have mentioned below the overview details of the examination.

ParametersDetails
Name of ExamSBI PO 2024
Exam Conducting BodyState Bank of India
Exam CategoryBank Exam
Exam LevelNational
Exam ModeOnline
Educational Qualification Graduation
Age Limit 21-30 Years
Language of ExamEnglish and Hindi
PeriodicityOnce a Year
Selection ProcessPrelims, Mains, Interview
SBI PO SalaryRs. 65,780- Rs. 68,580 / Month
Job Location All over India
Official Websitewww.sbi.co.in

SBI PO Notification 2024Important Dates 

In this table, we will provide you with all the details regarding the important dates of the SBI PO examination. The SBI PO Notification 2024 has been released and the SBI PO exam dates provided for various important events in the recruitment are as follows.

EventsTentative Dates
On-line registration including Editing/ Modification of Application by candidatesTBA
Payment of Application FeeTBA
Pre-Examination Training for SC/ ST/ OBC/Religious Minority Community Candidates
Download of call letters for Pre-Examination TrainingTBA
Conduct of Pre- Examination TrainingTBA
Download of Preliminary Examination Call LettersTBA
Phase-I: Online Preliminary ExaminationNovember 2024
Declaration of Result of Preliminary ExaminationTBA
Download of Main Examination Call letterTBA
Phase-II: Online Main ExaminationDecember 2024
Declaration of Result of Main ExaminationTBA
Download of Phase-III Call LetterTBA
Phase-III: Psychometric TestTBA
Interview & Group ExercisesTBA
Declaration of Final ResultTBA

SBI PO Notification 2024 – Vacancies

The State Bank of India will release the SBI PO Notification 2024 along with the SBI PO 2024 Vacancy details. It is expected to open up over 2,000 Probationary Officer posts for the fiscal year 2024-25. Last year, SBI announced 2,000 vacancies. Here is the breakdown from last year:

CategorySBI PO Vacancy
SC300
ST150
OBC540
EWS200
GEN810
Total2000

SBI PO PwD Vacancy (Previous Years)

  • VI: Vision Impairment
  • HI: Hearing Impairment
  • LD: Learning Disabilities
CategoryVacancyBacklogTotal
LD2020
VI2020
HI201636
d & e201636

Documents Required for Uploading in SBI PO 2024 Application Form

When filling out the application form for SBI PO, applicants are required to upload specific documents. Below is the list of documents along with their size specifications:

DocumentDimensionsFile TypeFile Size
Passport Size Photograph200 x 230 pixelsJPG20 KB – 50 KB
Candidate’s Signature140 x 60 pixelsJPG10 KB – 20 KB
Handwritten Declaration800 x 400 pixelsJPG50 KB – 100 KB

Make sure that each document you upload meets these specifications as required for the SBI PO 2024 application process.

SBI PO Apply Online Link 2024

Candidates can apply online for the SBI PO recruitment 2024. Candidates can do registration only in online mode as offline applications are not accepted by the SBI. Aspirants must be fully aware of the online application procedure so they don’t make any mistakes while applying online. We have mentioned below the detailed procedure to apply online for the SBI PO 2024.

How to apply for SBI PO 2024 Exam?

The following is a step-by-step guide to filling out the SBI PO application form without difficulty:

  1. Visit the Official Website: Go to the official SBI website.
  2. Click ‘Apply Online’: Look for this option on the homepage.
  3. Register for the Exam: Enter your necessary details to register.
  4. Upload Scanned Images: Upload your photograph and signature in the specified size and format.
  5. Fill the Application Form: Provide all required details in the application form.
  6. Upload Handwritten Declaration and Thumb Impression: Include these additional documents as specified.
  7. Pay Application Fees: Make the payment according to your category.
  8. Submit and Print Application: After completing all steps, submit your SBI PO 2024 application and print a copy for your records.

SBI PO Notification 2024 – Application Fees

Candidates belonging to the SC, ST, and PWD categories are exempt from paying the application fee for the SBI PO 2024 exam.

CategoryApplication Fee
GeneralRs. 750
SC/ST/PWDNil

SBI PO Notification 2024 – Eligibility Criteria

SBI has a particular set of SBI PO Eligibility Criteria that need to be fulfilled by the candidates in order to be eligible to apply online for the SBI PO examination. We have mentioned below the detailed eligibility criteria to give a better idea of the candidates:

Eligibility CriteriaDetails
Educational QualificationA candidate must be a graduate in any discipline from a recognized University or any equivalent qualification recognized by the Central Government.
Final year/semester candidates can apply if they can provide proof of graduation on or before the date of the interview.
Age LimitMinimum Age: 21 years
Maximum Age: 30 years
Age RelaxationApplicable as per government norms for candidates belonging to specific categories.

SBI PO Age Limit 2024

Not below 21 years and not above 30 years. Aside from that, according to government regulations, there is an age relaxation for some categories of candidates:

  • For SC/ST/EX-SM, there is a 5-year age relaxation.
  • Persons with Benchmark Disabilities have been given a 4% horizontal reserve.
  • 3 years for OBC and Relaxation defense the 10 years for PWDs.
Serial No.CategoryRelaxation
1SC / ST5 years
2OBC3 years
3A person with disabilities (General/EWS)10 years
4A person with disabilities(SC /ST)15 years
5A person with disabilities(OBC)13 years
7Ex-Servicemen/Disabled Ex-ServicemenService period in defence services 3 years (8 years in the case of Disabled Ex-servicemen belonging to SC/ST) subject to a max. age of 50 years
8Widows, Divorced women( No remarried)7 years (subject to the maximum age limit of 35 years for General/ EWS, 38 years for OBC & 40 years for SC/ST candidates)

SBI PO Educational Qualification 2024

  • A candidate must be a graduate of a recognized university in any discipline or have an equivalent qualification recognized by the Central Government.
  • Candidates in their last year/semester are also eligible to apply, but only if they can show proof of graduation on the day of the interview.

Nationality

Indian Citizens or subjects of Nepal or Bhutan or Tibetan refugees (who came before 1st January 1962 to India intending to permanently settle in India) or persons of Indian origin who have migrated from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, East African countries of Kenya, Uganda, the United Republic of Tanzania (formerly Tanganyika and Zanzibar), Zambia, Malawi, Zaire, Ethiopia, and Vietnam intending to permanently settle in India.

SBI PO Number of Attempts

There are a specific number of attempts that candidates are allowed for SBI PO. The following table details the number of attempts according to the category.

CategoryMax. Permissible Number of Chances
General / EWS4
General (PwBD) / EWS (PwBD)7
OBC7
OBC (PwBD)7
SC/ SC (PwBD)/ ST/ ST (PwBD)No Restriction

SBI PO Notification 2024 – Selection Process

The SBI PO Selection Process 2024 will be done through a three-stage process:

  • Preliminary Examination: Objective type test consisting of English Language, Quantitative Aptitude, and Reasoning Ability.
  • Main Examination: Objective and Descriptive tests including Reasoning & Computer Aptitude, Data Analysis & Interpretation, General/Economy/Banking Awareness, and English Language.
  • Group Exercises & Interview: Candidates who qualify for the main examination will be called for Group Exercises and Interviews.

SBI PO Notification 2024 – Exam Pattern 

Exam Pattern is very crucial for the candidates to create their preparation strategy for the upcoming examination of SBI PO. We have provided below the exam pattern and syllabus details as per the SBI PO Notification. 

SBI PO Prelims Exam Pattern

The following is the exam pattern for SBI PO Prelims 2024:

SectionNo. of QuestionsMaximum MarksDuration
English Language303020 Minutes
Reasoning Ability353520 Minutes
Quantitative Aptitude353520 Minutes
Total10010060 Minutes
  • Category-wise merit list will be drawn on the basis of the aggregate marks scored in the Preliminary Examination.
  • There will be no sectional cut-off.
  • Candidates numbering 10 times (approx.) the number of vacancies in each category will be shortlisted for the Main Examination.

SBI PO 2024 Mains Exam Pattern

The following are the details of the SBI PO mains exam pattern.

  • The main Examination will be conducted online and will consist of Objective Tests for 200 marks and Descriptive Tests for 50 marks.
  • The Descriptive Test will be administered immediately after the conclusion of the Objective Test and candidates will have to type their Descriptive Test answers on the computer.
TestName of the testNo. of Qs.Max. MarksDuration
IReasoning & Computer Aptitude405050 min
IIData Analysis & Interpretation305045 min
IIIGeneral/ Economy/ Banking Awareness506045 min
IVEnglish Language354040 min
 Total1552003 hour
 Descriptive Paper-English Language (Letter Writing & Essay)25030 min
 Grand Total 250 marks 

Note :

  • A negative marking of 1/4th will be applicable in both prelims and main exams.
  • Sectional Marks will not be maintained for both Preliminary & Main Examinations

SBI PO Psychometric Test

The Bank may conduct a Psychometric test for personality profiling, of those candidates who will be shortlisted for Phase III. Here is the SBI PO exam pattern phase-III exam.

TEST STRUCTUREGROUP EXERCISEINTERVIEWTOTAL
Maximum Marks203050

SBI PO Notification 2024 – Syllabus 

We have mentioned below the SBI PO Syllabus as per the previous year’s SBI PO Notification. However, the syllabus is expected to remain the same for this year too. We will update you with the latest syllabus once the SBI PO Notification 2024 is released. Under the SBI PO Exam Syllabus, there are minor differences in the topics asked in the Prelims and Mains examinations. 

SBI PO Prelims Syllabus 2024

The syllabus for SBI PO Prelims is as follows:

English Language:

  • Reading and Comprehension
  • Synonyms and Antonyms
  • Vocabulary Test
  • Phrasal Verbs
  • Para jumbles
  • Error Spotting
  • Fill in the qualifying words
  • Idioms and Phrases
  • Cloze Test
  • Fill in the blanks
  • Miscellaneous

Quantitative Aptitude:

  • Simplification
  • Mixtures & Allegations
  • Profit & Loss
  • Interest & Surds & Indices
  • Simple Interest & Compound Interest
  • Work & Time
  • Ratio & Proportion
  • Percentage
  • Number Systems
  • Sequence & Series
  • Permutation, Combination & Probability
  • Time & Distance
  • Mensuration (Cylinder, Cone, Sphere)
  • Data Interpretation

Logical Reasoning:

  • Syllogism
  • Inequality
  • Coding-Decoding
  • Series-based Questions (Alphanumeric and Numeric)
  • Machine Input-Output
  • Puzzles and Seating Arrangement
  • Miscellaneous Questions (Blood Relations, Direction Sense, Order and Ranking, etc.)

SBI PO Mains Syllabus 2024

The SBI PO Mains consists of the following sections:

  • Reasoning
  • Data Analysis & interpretation
  • English
  • General Economy/ Banking Awareness
  • Computer Aptitude
Data Analysis & InterpretationReasoningGeneral/Economy/Banking AwarenessEnglish LanguageComputer
Tabular GraphVerbal ReasoningCurrent AffairsReading ComprehensionInternet
Line GraphSyllogismFinancial AwarenessGrammarMemory
Bar GraphCircular Seating ArrangementGeneral KnowledgeVerbal AbilityKeyboard Shortcuts
Charts & TablesLinear Seating ArrangementStatic AwarenessVocabularyComputer Abbreviation
Missing Case DIDouble LineupBanking Terminologies KnowledgeSentence ImprovementMicrosoft Office
Radar Graph CaseletSchedulingBanking AwarenessWord AssociationComputer Hardware
ProbabilityInput OutputPrinciples of InsurancePara JumblesComputer Software
Data SufficiencyBlood RelationsError SpottingComputer Fundamentals /Terminologies
Let it Case DIDirections and DistancesCloze TestNetworking
Permutation and CombinationOrdering and RankingFill in the blanksNumber System
Pie ChartsData SufficiencyOperating System
Coding and DecodingBasic of Logic Gates
Code Inequalities
Course of Action
Critical Reasoning
Analytical and Decision Making

SBI PO Exam Analysis

The Quantitative Aptitude section in the SBI PO Prelims Exam had a moderate difficulty level overall. The Reasoning Ability section was time-consuming but ranged from easy to moderate. The English Language section was the easiest, making it a good scoring area for candidates.

Quantitative Aptitude

The Quantitative Aptitude section ranged from moderate to difficult, with questions that were lengthy and time-consuming. Below is the detailed analysis:

TopicNo. of QuestionsDifficulty Level
Data Interpretation15Moderate
Missing Number Series5Moderate
Quadratic Equation5Easy
Miscellaneous Word Problems10Moderate
Total35Moderate

Reasoning Ability

The Reasoning Ability section was time-consuming, with an easy to moderate difficulty level. Detailed analysis is provided below:

TopicNo. of QuestionsDifficulty Level
Puzzles and Seating Arrangement20Moderate
Coding-Decoding1Easy
Direction Sense Test3Moderate
Blood Relation4Easy
Syllogism4Easy
Alphabet-Based1Easy
Comparison-Based2Easy
Total35Easy-Moderate

English Language

The English Language section was of an easy difficulty level. Detailed analysis is provided below:

TopicNo. of QuestionsDifficulty Level
Reading Comprehension5Moderate
Error Detection6Easy
Sentence Correction5Easy
Single Fillers7Easy
Cloze Test5Easy
Match the Following Based Sentence Formation2Easy
Total30Easy

SBI PO Notification 2024 – Exam Centre

We have mentioned below the list of exam centers for the SBI PO Mains examination.

Andaman & NicobarPort Blair
Andhra PradeshChirala, Chittoor, Eluru, Guntur, Kadapa, Kakinada, Kurnool, Nellore, Ongole, Rajahmundhry, Srikakulam, Tirupati, Vijayawada, Visakhapatnam, Vizianagaram
Arunachal PradeshNaharlagun
AssamDibrugarh, Guwahati, Jorhat, Silchar, Tezpur
BiharArrah, Aurangabad (Bihar), Bhagalpur, Darbhanga, Gaya, Muzaffarpur, Patna, Purnea
ChandigarhChandigarh/ Mohali
ChhattisgarhBhilai, Bilaspur, Raipur
GoaPanaji
GujaratAhmedabad/ Gandhinagar, Anand, Himmatnagar, Jamnagar, Mehsana, Rajkot, Surat, Vadodara
HaryanaAmbala, Faridabad, Gurugram, Hissar, Karnal, Kurukshetra, Yamunanagar
Himachal PradeshBilaspur, Hamirpur, Kangra, Kullu, Mandi, Shimla, Solan, Una
Jammu & KashmirJammu, Samba, Srinagar
JharkhandBokaro, Dhanbad, Hazaribag, Jamshedpur, Ranchi
KarnatakaBelgaum, Bengaluru, Bidar, Davangere, Dharwad, Gulbarga, Hassan, Hubli, Mandya, Mangalore, Mysore, Shimoga, Udupi
KeralaAlappuzha, Kannur, Kochi, Kollam, Kottayam, Kozhikode, Malappuram, Palakkad, Thrichur, Thiruvananthapuram
LadakhLeh
LakshadweepKavaratti
Madhya PradeshBhopal, Gwalior, Indore, Jabalpur, Satna, Sagar, Ujjain
MaharashtraAmaravati, Aurangabad, Chandrapur, Dhule, Jalgaon, Kolhapur, Latur, Mumbai/ Thane/ Navi Mumbai, Nagpur, Nanded, Nasik, Pune, Ratnagiri, Solapur
ManipurImphal
MeghalayaShillong
MizoramAizawl
NagalandKohima
Delhi -NCRDelhi & New Delhi
OdishaBalasore, Berhampur (Ganjam), Bhubaneswar, Cuttack, Dhenkanal, Rourkela, Sambalpur

SBI PO Notification 2024 – Admit Card

The admit card for the SBI PO examination will be issued by the SBI PO Recruitment board on its official website. Candidates can download the admit card from the direct link mentioned below once the admit card is released. Admit cards will be only released after the completion of the registration procedure. Following is the procedure to download the admit card.

How to Download SBI PO Admit Card 2024?

Here are the simple steps to download the SBI PO Admit Card 2024.

  • Click on the link mentioned above or visit the official website of SBI.
  • Fill in your login credentials and get access.
  • Click on the ‘SBI PO Recruitment 2024′ link.
  • Click on ‘Submit’
  • You will soon see the SBI PO Mains 2024 admit card on the screen.
  • Check the details on the admit card and download a soft copy
  • Take a printout for future reference

SBI PO Notification 2024 – Salary

Selected candidates will be placed in the Junior Management Grade Scale-I (JMGS-I) with a starting basic pay of Rs. 27,620/- per month. In addition to the basic pay, they are eligible for various allowances and benefits as per the rules of the bank.

ComponentAmount
Starting Basic Pay (with 4 advance increments)Rs. 41,960/-
Scale36000-1490/7-46430-1740/2-49910-1990/7-63840
AllowancesD.A, H.R.A/ Lease rental, C.C.A, Medical, and others
Total Compensation (CTC)Minimum: 8.20 lacs, Maximum: 13.08 lacs

SBI PO Notification 2024 – Result

The results for the SBI PO Result 2024 exam will be released individually for all the stages. The final result will be announced on the official website of the SBI. A candidate will qualify only after he/she clears the written exam and the interview round. Aspirants can check their results by entering their registration number and password.

SBI PO Notification 2024 – Cut off

The SBI PO cut-off marks are declared by the State Bank of India selection board after the completion of each phase of the examination. However, the cut-off marks are not based on sectional results, but on the overall results, which include the written examination and the interview round. The cut-off marks vary for candidates in different categories. 

Important Information for SBI PO 2024 Recruitment

Here are some important points candidates need to remember regarding the SBI PO recruitment process in 2024:

ComponentDetails
Biometric VerificationThe bank will digitally capture candidates’ thumb impressions for authenticity verification during the SBI PO 2024 selection process. Any issues with biometric verification could result in the rejection of candidature and may lead to legal action. Candidates are advised against applying external substances like ink, henna, or chemicals on their hands.
Number of AttemptsEach category of candidates has a maximum limit on the number of attempts. Participating in the Preliminary Exam does not count as an attempt, but appearing in the Mains Exam does. Candidates from the General/EWS category are allowed up to 4 attempts. However, candidates from the General/EWS category with disabilities (PWD) have a slightly higher allowance of 7 attempts. Similarly, candidates from the OBC/OBC (PWD) category are also permitted up to 7 attempts. Notably, candidates from the SC/SC (PWD)/ST/ST (PWD) categories face no restriction on the number of attempts they can make.

Why SBI PO is a Premier Career Choice in Banking?

The SBI PO post is highly coveted in the banking sector due to several factors:

  • The esteemed reputation of SBI and the prestigious status linked with the SBI PO role.
  • Attractive salary packages, which are among the most competitive in PSU Banks.
  • Abundant opportunities for career advancement, with even a PO capable of ascending to the esteemed post of Chairperson.
  • Job fulfillment and societal esteem add to the appeal of the role.

How to Prepare for SBI PO Exam?

Preparing for the SBI PO exam requires a strategic approach. Here are some effective tips to get you started:

  • Familiarize yourself with the exam pattern and syllabus to understand the format and structure of the exam.
  • Reviewing previous years’ question papers can provide valuable insights into the types of questions asked and help you identify important topics.
  • Create a well-structured study plan allocating sufficient time to each section for comprehensive preparation.
  • Regularly practice mock tests to enhance your speed and accuracy, and to simulate exam conditions effectively.

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Books to Prepare for SBI PO Exam 2024

Here’s a list of recommended books for preparing for the SBI PO Exam 2024 along with a table format for easy reference:

SubjectBook TitleAuthor/Publisher
Quantitative AptitudeQuantitative Aptitude for Competitive ExaminationsR.S. Aggarwal
Reasoning AbilityA Modern Approach to Verbal and Non-Verbal ReasoningR.S. Aggarwal
English LanguageObjective General EnglishS.P. Bakshi
General AwarenessBanking AwarenessArihant Publications
Computer AwarenessComputer AwarenessArihant Experts
Data Analysis & InterpretationData Interpretation & Data SufficiencyArihant Publications
Mock Tests & Practice Papers20 Practice Sets for SBI PO Prelim & Main ExamArihant Experts
Descriptive WritingDescriptive General EnglishS.P. Bakshi and Richa Sharma
Comprehensive GuideComprehensive Guide to SBI Bank PO Preliminary & Main ExamDisha Experts
Essay & Letter WritingEssay Writing for Competitive ExaminationsVikas Experts


SBI PO Notification 2024 – FAQs

Q1. When will the SBI PO Notification 2024 be released?

A1. The SBI PO Notification 2024 is expected to be released in August 2024.

Q2. From where Can I apply online for the SBI PO 2024?

A2. Candidates can apply online from the official site of SBI once the registration procedure starts.

Q3. How many attempts are there in the SBI PO exam?

A3. The general candidate can apply only 4 times, while an OBC can apply 7 times. SC/ST does not have any restrictions.

Q4. What is the application fee for the SBI PO exam 2024?

A4. The application fee for SC/ST/PWD category students is NIL, whereas the application fee for general and other category students is Rs. 750.

Q5. What is the age limit for the SBI PO exam?

A5. The age limit for SBI PO Exam is 21 years to 30 years.

Q6. What is the full form of the SBI PO exam?

A6. SBI PO stands for State Bank of India Probationary Officer.

Q7. How can I find out the SBI PO Exam date?

A7. To know the SBI PO 2024 exam date, visit the official SBI website at www.sbi.co.in or check the SBI careers section. The exam dates will be mentioned in the official notification once it is released.


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