SBI PO Notification 2024, Check Application Process

SBI PO 2024 Exam Date

SBI PO 2024 Exam Date: The State Bank of India will announce the SBI PO exam date along with the SBI PO Notification 2024 PDF. SBI PO 2024 Prelims Exam is expected to be conducted in October 2024. The SBI PO mains examination is scheduled to take place in December 2024. Following that, the Psychometric test is set to occur in January or February 2025, while the group exercises and interviews will also be conducted during the same period.

SBI PO 2024

The State Bank of India is expected to be release the SBI PO 2024 Notification in August 2024 on the official website at sbi.co.in. Eligible candidates can fill out the SBI PO application form within the specified dates provided by the State Bank of India. Candidates must clear each stage of the SBI PO exam like Prelims, Mains, and GD/Interview round to progress to the next phase. Merit determines the final selection. Check the article for full details on the SBI PO Notification 2024.

SBI PO Notification 2024 PDF Link

The SBI PO Notification 2024 PDF will be published on the official website of SBI at www.sbi.co.in. It will include SBI PO 2024 Exam Dates, Online Application details, and other relevant information. Selected candidates may be assigned postings anywhere in India. SBI PO Notification 2024 PDF link will be available here, once its released on the official website.

SBI PO Notification 2024 – Apply Online Link

Candidates can apply online for the SBI Probationary Officer 2024 recruitment. 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.

SBI PO Notification 2024

The SBI PO Notification 2024 PDF will be released on the official website at www.sbi.co.in. SBI PO 2024 Notification will provide comprehensive information about the vacancies, eligibility criteria, selection process, exam pattern, salary, and more for aspiring candidates to review. In this article, we will brief you on each detail of the SBI PO Examination 2024.

SBI PO Notification 2024 – Overview 

Candidates who are willing to appear for the SBI PO examination must be aware of the overview details of the examination. We have mentioned below the overview details of the examination.

Name of Exam	SBI PO 2024
Exam Conducting Body	State Bank of India
Exam Category	Bank Exam
Exam Level	National
Exam Mode	Online
Educational Qualification	Graduation
Age Limit	21-30 Years
Language of Exam	English and Hindi
Periodicity	Once a Year
Selection Process	Prelims, Mains, Interview
Job Location	All over India
Official Website	www.sbi.co.in

SBI PO Notification 2024 – Important 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 dates provided for various important events in the recruitment are as follows.

Activity	Tentative Dates
On-line registration including Editing/ Modification of Application by candidates	TBA
Payment of Application Fee	TBA
Pre-Examination Training for SC/ ST/ OBC/Religious Minority Community candidates
Download of call letters for Pre-Examination Training	TBA
Conduct of Pre- Examination Training	TBA
Download of Preliminary Examination Call Letters	TBA
Phase-I: Online Preliminary Examination	TBA
Declaration of Result of Preliminary Examination	TBA
Download of Main Examination Call letter	TBA
Phase-II: Online Main Examination	TBA
Declaration of Result of Main Examination	TBA
Download of Phase-III Call Letter	TBA
Phase-III: Psychometric Test	TBA
Interview & Group Exercises	TBA
Declaration of Final Result	TBA

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:

Category	Vacancy
SC	300
ST	150
OBC	540
EWS	200
GEN	810
Total	2000

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:

1. Passport Size Photograph:
   • Image Dimensions: 200 x 230 pixels
   • File Type: JPG
   • File Size: 20 KB – 50 KB
2. Candidate’s Signature:
   • Image Dimensions: 140 x 60 pixels
   • File Type: JPG
   • File Size: 10 KB – 20 KB
3. Handwritten Declaration:
   • Image Dimensions: 800 x 400 pixels
   • File Type: JPG
   • File Size: 50 KB – 100 KB

How to Apply Online for SBI PO Notification 2024?

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

• Go to the official website of the State Bank of India (SBI).
• Locate and click on the “Apply Online” option visible on the homepage.
• Register for the examination by providing the necessary information as prompted.
• Upload scanned copies of your photograph and signature, ensuring they meet the specified size and dimension requirements.
• Complete the detailed application form with accurate information.
• Upload a handwritten declaration and a left thumb impression as per the provided instructions.
• Proceed to make the payment of the application fees according to your category.
• Once all steps are completed, submit the SBI PO 2024 application form electronically.
• Remember to save or print a copy of the submitted application for your records.

SBI PO Notification 2024 – Application Fees

Candidates who are willing to appear in the examination must be aware of the application fees of the SBI PO. To submit the application form, candidates need to make a payment of a particular amount. We have mentioned below the category-wise application fees for all the candidates.

Categories	Application Fees
SC/ST/PWD	Rs.0
GEN/OBC/UR	Rs. 750

SBI PO Notification 2024 – Eligibility Criteria

SBI has a particular set of eligibility criteria that needs 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 to the candidates:

SBI PO Age Limit

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.	Category	Relaxation
1	SC / ST	5 years
2	OBC	3 years
3	A person with disabilities (General/EWS)	10 years
4	A person with disabilities(SC /ST)	15 years
5	A person with disabilities(OBC)	13 years
7	Ex-Servicemen/Disabled Ex-Servicemen	Service 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
8	Widows, Divorced women( No remarried)	7 years (subject to maximum age limit of 35 years for General/ EWS, 38 years for OBC & 40 years for SC/ST candidates)

SBI PO Educational Qualification

• 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.

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.

Category	Max. Permissible Number of Chances
General / EWS	4
General (PwBD) / EWS (PwBD)	7
OBC	7
OBC (PwBD)	7
SC/ SC (PwBD)/ ST/ ST (PwBD)	No Restriction

SBI PO Notification 2024 – Selection Process

The SBI PO Selection Procedure involves three phases: Prelims, Main, and Interview. Each round is equally significant, and thus qualifying in each round is necessary to advance to the next round till final selection.

Stage 1: Preliminary Exam:

• The Preliminary Exam is the first stage of the selection process.
• It consists of multiple choice questions designed to assess the candidates’ basic aptitude and reasoning skills.
• Subjects commonly covered include English Language, Quantitative Aptitude, and Reasoning Ability.
• The Prelims exam serves as a screening test, and candidates must achieve the minimum qualifying marks to proceed to the next stage.
• However, the marks obtained in the Preliminary Exam do not contribute to the candidates’ placement in the final merit list.

Stage 2: Mains Exam:

• Candidates who qualify in the Preliminary Exam move on to the Mains Exam.
• The Mains Exam is more comprehensive and in-depth compared to the Prelims.
• It typically consists of sections such as Reasoning & Computer Aptitude, Data Analysis & Interpretation, General/Economy/Banking Awareness, and English Language.
• The Mains Exam plays a significant role in determining the candidates’ positions in the final merit list.
• The marks obtained in the Mains Exam are crucial for advancing to the next stage and for overall ranking.

Stage 3: Psychometric Test, Interview, and Group Exercise:

• Candidates who successfully clear the Mains Exam proceed to Stage 3.
• Stage 3 involves multiple components, including a Psychometric Test, Interview, and Group Exercise.
• The Psychometric Test evaluates candidates’ personality traits, behavior, and suitability for the role of Probationary Officer.
• The Interview assesses candidates’ knowledge, communication skills, problem-solving abilities, and overall demeanor.
• The Group Exercise is a collaborative activity where candidates are evaluated on teamwork, leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• The marks obtained in Stage 2 (Mains Exam) and Stage 3 (Psychometric Test, Interview, and Group Exercise) collectively contribute to the final merit list.
• Candidates’ performance in these stages determines their ranking and eligibility for the position of SBI Probationary Officer.

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 notification. 

SBI PO Prelims Exam Pattern

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

Section	No. of Questions	Maximum Marks	Duration
English Language	30	30	20 Minutes
Reasoning Ability	35	35	20 Minutes
Quantitative Aptitude	35	35	20 Minutes
Total	100	100	60 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 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.

Test	Name of the test	No. of Qs.	Max. Marks	Duration
I	Reasoning & Computer Aptitude	40	50	50 min
II	Data Analysis & Interpretation	30	50	45 min
III	General/ Economy/ Banking Awareness	50	60	45 min
IV	English Language	35	40	40 min
	Total	155	200	3 hour
	Descriptive Paper-English Language (Letter Writing & Essay)	2	50	30 min
	Grand Total		250 marks

Note :

• A negative marking of 1/4th will be applicable in both prelims and mains 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 exam pattern for the SBI PO phase-III exam.

TEST STRUCTURE	GROUP EXERCISE	INTERVIEW	TOTAL
Maximum Marks	20	30	50

SBI PO Final Selection 2024

• The candidates will have to qualify both in Phase II and Phase III separately.
• The marks obtained in Main Examination (Phase II), both in the Objective Test and the Descriptive Test, will be added to the marks obtained in Phase III for preparing the final merit list.
• The marks obtained in the Preliminary Examination (Phase-I) will not be added to preparing the final merit list for selection.
• The marks obtained by the candidates in Phase II (Main Examination both Objective & Descriptive Tests) and Phase III (Group Exercise & Interview) will be normalized to 100 marks as detailed below.

Test	Main Exam	Group Exercise	Total
Maximum Marks	250	50	300
Normalized Marks	75	25	100

SBI PO Notification 2024 – Syllabus 

We have mentioned below the SBI PO Syllabus as per the previous year notification. Although, the syllabus is expected to remain same for this year too. We will update you with the latest syllabus once the notification 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 & Alligations
• 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 & Interpretation	Reasoning	General/Economy/Banking Awareness	English Language	Computer
Tabular Graph	Verbal Reasoning	Current Affairs	Reading Comprehension	Internet
Line Graph	Syllogism	Financial Awareness	Grammar	Memory
Bar Graph	Circular Seating Arrangement	General Knowledge	Verbal Ability	Keyboard Shortcuts
Charts & Tables	Linear Seating Arrangement	Static Awareness	Vocabulary	Computer Abbreviation
Missing Case DI	Double Lineup	Banking Terminologies Knowledge	Sentence Improvement	Microsoft Office
Radar Graph Caselet	Scheduling	Banking Awareness	Word Association	Computer Hardware
Probability	Input Output	Principles of Insurance	Para Jumbles	Computer Software
Data Sufficiency	Blood Relations		Error Spotting	Computer Fundamentals /Terminologies
Let it Case DI	Directions and Distances		Cloze Test	Networking
Permutation and Combination	Ordering and Ranking		Fill in the blanks	Number System
Pie Charts	Data Sufficiency			Operating System
	Coding and Decoding			Basic of Logic Gates
	Code Inequalities
	Course of Action
	Critical Reasoning
	Analytical and Decision Making

SBI PO Notification 2024 – Exam Centre

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

Andaman & Nicobar	Port Blair
Andhra Pradesh	Chirala, Chittoor, Eluru, Guntur, Kadapa, Kakinada, Kurnool, Nellore, Ongole, Rajahmundhry, Srikakulam, Tirupati, Vijayawada, Visakhapatnam, Vizianagaram
Arunachal Pradesh	Naharlagun
Assam	Dibrugarh, Guwahati, Jorhat, Silchar, Tezpur
Bihar	Arrah, Aurangabad (Bihar), Bhagalpur, Darbhanga, Gaya, Muzaffarpur, Patna, Purnea
Chandigarh	Chandigarh/ Mohali
Chhattisgarh	Bhilai, Bilaspur, Raipur
Goa	Panaji
Gujarat	Ahmedabad/ Gandhinagar, Anand, Himmatnagar, Jamnagar, Mehsana, Rajkot, Surat, Vadodara
Haryana	Ambala, Faridabad, Gurugram, Hissar, Karnal, Kurukshetra, Yamunanagar
Himachal Pradesh	Bilaspur, Hamirpur, Kangra, Kullu, Mandi, Shimla, Solan, Una
Jammu & Kashmir	Jammu, Samba, Srinagar
Jharkhand	Bokaro, Dhanbad, Hazaribag, Jamshedpur, Ranchi
Karnataka	Belgaum, Bengaluru, Bidar, Davangere, Dharwad, Gulbarga, Hassan, Hubli, Mandya, Mangalore, Mysore, Shimoga, Udupi
Kerala	Alappuzha, Kannur, Kochi, Kollam, Kottayam, Kozhikode, Malappuram, Palakkad, Thrichur, Thiruvananthapuram
Ladakh	Leh
Lakshadweep	Kavaratti
Madhya Pradesh	Bhopal, Gwalior, Indore, Jabalpur, Satna, Sagar, Ujjain
Maharashtra	Amaravati, Aurangabad, Chandrapur, Dhule, Jalgaon, Kolhapur, Latur, Mumbai/ Thane/ Navi Mumbai, Nagpur, Nanded, Nasik, Pune, Ratnagiri, Solapur
Manipur	Imphal
Meghalaya	Shillong
Mizoram	Aizawl
Nagaland	Kohima
Delhi -NCR	Delhi & New Delhi
Odisha	Balasore, 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 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 card 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 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 2024 Recruitment’ 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

As per the notification, the initial basic pay for a Probationary Officer (PO) stands at Rs. 41,960/- with 4 advance increments, falling within the scale of 36000-1490/7-46430-1740/2-49910-1990/7-63840 applicable to Junior Management Grade Scale-I.

Component	Amount
Starting Basic Pay (with 4 advance increments)	Rs. 41,960/-
Scale	36000-1490/7-46430-1740/2-49910-1990/7-63840
Allowances	D.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:

Component	Details
Biometric Verification	The 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 actions. Candidates are advised against applying external substances like ink, henna, or chemicals on their hands.
Number of Attempts	Each 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.

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