{"id":127234,"date":"2026-03-30T21:49:29","date_gmt":"2026-03-30T16:19:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/?p=127234"},"modified":"2026-03-30T21:50:32","modified_gmt":"2026-03-30T16:20:32","slug":"sbi-po-selection-process","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/sbi-po-selection-process\/","title":{"rendered":"SBI PO Selection Process 2026 for Prelims, Mains, and Interview"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_77 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of content<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/sbi-po-selection-process\/#SBI_PO_Selection_Process_2026\" >SBI PO Selection Process 2026<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/sbi-po-selection-process\/#Stages_of_SBI_PO_Selection_Process\" >Stages of SBI PO Selection Process<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/sbi-po-selection-process\/#SBI_PO_Prelims_Exam_Pattern\" >SBI PO Prelims Exam Pattern<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/sbi-po-selection-process\/#SBI_PO_Mains_Exam_Pattern\" >SBI PO Mains Exam Pattern<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/sbi-po-selection-process\/#How_to_Prepare_for_the_SBI_PO_Selection\" >How to Prepare for the SBI PO Selection?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/sbi-po-selection-process\/#FAQs\" >FAQs<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p>The State Bank of India (SBI) conducts the SBI PO exam annually, attracting aspirants seeking a prestigious government job. Understanding the selection process is crucial for candidates after completing the application process. The SBI PO Selection Process 2026 consists of three stages: Prelims, Mains, and Group Exercises &amp; Interview. This article provides a comprehensive guide to the process, helping you prepare effectively for each phase.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/sbi-po-mock-test\/?ref=cont-bank&amp;utm_medium=Organic&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_campaign=cont-bank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Take a Free SBI PO Mock Test<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-sbi-po-selection-process-2026\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"SBI_PO_Selection_Process_2026\"><\/span>SBI PO Selection Process 2026<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The selection process involves two written exams- Prelims and Mains- followed by an interview and group exercise. Below is an overview of the selection process:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong><strong>Details<\/strong><\/strong><\/td><td><strong><strong>Description<\/strong><\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Conducting Body<\/strong><\/td><td>State Bank of India<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Post Name<\/strong><\/td><td>Probationary Officer<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Selection Stages<\/strong><\/td><td>Prelims, Mains, Interview<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Marks Distribution<\/strong><\/td><td>Prelims: 100, Mains: 200<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Negative Marking<\/strong><\/td><td>0.25 marks per wrong answer<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Location<\/strong><\/td><td>Across India<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Official Website<\/strong><\/td><td>www.sbi.co.in<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/sbi-po-syllabus-and-exam-pattern\/?ref=conttm-sbi-po\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">check SBI PO Syllabus &amp; exam pattern<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-stages-of-sbi-po-selection-process\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Stages_of_SBI_PO_Selection_Process\"><\/span>Stages of SBI PO Selection Process<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Candidates must qualify at each stage to proceed to the next. Below is an outline of the stages:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Preliminary Exam<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Main Exam<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Group Exercises &amp; Interview<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-sbi-po-prelims-exam-pattern\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"SBI_PO_Prelims_Exam_Pattern\"><\/span>SBI PO Prelims Exam Pattern<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>Prelims Exam<\/strong> is the first step and evaluates basic aptitude in three sections. It consists of 100 questions for a total of 100 marks, with a time limit of 1 hour.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>One mark is awarded for each correct answer.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>There is a penalty of 0.25 marks for incorrect answers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Questions are bilingual (English and Hindi), except for the English section.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong><strong>Section<\/strong><\/strong><\/td><td><strong><strong>No. of Questions<\/strong><\/strong><\/td><td><strong><strong>Marks<\/strong><\/strong><\/td><td><strong><strong>Time Allotted<\/strong><\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>English Language<\/td><td>40<\/td><td>40<\/td><td>20 minutes<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Quantitative Aptitude<\/td><td>30<\/td><td>30<\/td><td>20 minutes<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Reasoning Ability<\/td><td>30<\/td><td>30<\/td><td>20 minutes<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Total<\/strong><\/td><td>100<\/td><td>100<\/td><td>1 Hour<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/sbi-po-salary-revised\/?ref=conttm-sbi-po\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">check SBI PO Salary<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-sbi-po-mains-exam-pattern\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"SBI_PO_Mains_Exam_Pattern\"><\/span>SBI PO Mains Exam Pattern<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>Main Exam<\/strong> is more comprehensive and divided into an Objective Test and a Descriptive Paper.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul id=\"block-5340f156-0cc4-4efc-a865-109b546328a6\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Separate timing is allocated for each section.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Negative marking of 0.25 marks applies to objective questions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The Descriptive Paper is mandatory and evaluates writing skills.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-objective-test-structure\">Objective Test Structure:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong><strong>Section<\/strong><\/strong><\/td><td><strong><strong>No. of Questions<\/strong><\/strong><\/td><td><strong><strong>Marks<\/strong><\/strong><\/td><td><strong><strong>Time Allotted<\/strong><\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Reasoning &amp; Computer Aptitude<\/td><td>40<\/td><td>60<\/td><td>50 minutes<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>General Economy\/Banking Awareness<\/td><td>60<\/td><td>60<\/td><td>45 minutes<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>English Language<\/td><td>40<\/td><td>40<\/td><td>40 minutes<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Data Analysis &amp; Interpretation<\/td><td>30<\/td><td>60<\/td><td>45 minutes<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Total (Objective)<\/strong><\/td><td>170<\/td><td>200<\/td><td>3 Hours<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-descriptive-paper-structure\">Descriptive Paper Structure<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Task<\/strong><\/td><td><strong><strong>Marks<\/strong><\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Time Allotted<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Letter Writing &amp; Essay Writing<\/td><td>50<\/td><td>30 minutes<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-group-exercises-amp-interview\">Group Exercises &amp; Interview<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This final stage evaluates a candidate\u2019s personality, communication, and problem-solving abilities. A <strong>psychometric test<\/strong> may also be conducted to assist the panel in understanding candidates better. Marks from the Main Exam and Interview are combined to determine the final selection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/sbi-po\/?ref=conttm-sbi-po\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">prepare for SBI PO with experts<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-prepare-for-the-sbi-po-selection\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Prepare_for_the_SBI_PO_Selection\"><\/span>How to Prepare for the SBI PO Selection?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Understand the Pattern and Syllabus:<\/strong> Begin by thoroughly reviewing the exam structure and topics.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Focus on Core Areas:<\/strong> Strengthen quantitative aptitude, reasoning, English, and general awareness.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Practice Writing:<\/strong> Work on essay and letter writing to excel in the descriptive test.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Take Mock Tests:<\/strong> Simulate exam conditions to improve speed and accuracy.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Stay Updated:<\/strong> Read current affairs and banking news for interview preparation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Enhance Communication Skills:<\/strong> Prepare for the Group Exercise and Interview by practicing with peers or mentors.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/sbi-po-mock-test\/?ref=cont-bank&amp;utm_medium=Organic&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_campaign=cont-bank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Take a Free SBI PO Mock Test<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-faqs\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span>FAQs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1687333584086\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Q1. What is the SBI PO Selection Process?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">A1. The SBI PO Selection process is based on three stages i.e. Prelims, Mains and Psychometric Test (Group Talk\/Interview).<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1687333637609\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Q2. Is there negative marking in SBI PO Prelims?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">A2. Yes, SBI PO Prelims has a 0.25 negative mark for every incorrect answer.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1687333674863\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Q3. Is there negative marking in SBI PO Mains?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">A3. Yes, SBI PO Mains has a 0.25 negative mark for every incorrect answer.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1687333702434\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Q4. Is there a descriptive writing section in SBI PO?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">A4. Yes, the SBI PO Mains exam has a descriptive writing section of 2 questions, 50 marks.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1687333741544\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Q5. What is the SBI PO Psychometric Test?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">A5. The SBI PO Psychometric Test is a personality test that is used to study how a potential employee behaves in different situations. <\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1687333852804\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Q6. What is the SBI PO Group Exercise?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">A6. The SBI PO Group Exercise is a selection round conducted as part of the SBI PO recruitment process. It is designed to assess the communication and interpersonal skills of the candidates.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1687333880215\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Q7. What is the weightage of the SBI PO Personal Interview?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">A7. The SBI PO Personal Interview has a weightage of 30 out of 50 marks.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1687333918561\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Q8. What is the weightage of the SBI PO Group Exercise?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">A8. The SBI PO Group Exercise has a weightage of 20 out of 50 marks.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__list is-grid columns-3 wp-block-latest-posts\"><li><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/coding-decoding-new-pattern-reasoning-video\/\">[Video] How to solve Coding &amp; Decoding Questions IBPS, RBI, SSC CGL, SBI Exams<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/sbi-po-gd-tips-and-tricks\/\">SBI PO Group Exercise 2026 Tips, Topics &amp; Strategy<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/sbi-po-2025-changes-a-comparative-analysis\/\">SBI PO 2026 Changes: Exam Pattern &amp; Vacancy Update<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/sbi-po-selection-process\/\">SBI PO Selection Process 2026 for Prelims, Mains, and Interview<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/ideal-typing-speed-for-sbi-po-mains-descriptive-exam\/\">SBI PO Descriptive Test 2026 Strategy, Pattern &amp; Tips<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/sbi-po-group-discussion\/\">SBI PO Group Discussion 2026 Guide &amp; Topics<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The State Bank of India (SBI) conducts the SBI PO exam annually, attracting aspirants seeking a prestigious government job. 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