{"id":222399,"date":"2025-07-15T18:07:31","date_gmt":"2025-07-15T12:37:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/?p=222399"},"modified":"2025-07-15T18:07:32","modified_gmt":"2025-07-15T12:37:32","slug":"sbi-cbo-sectional-timing","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/sbi-cbo-sectional-timing\/","title":{"rendered":"SBI CBO Sectional Timing 2025, Know Subject-wise Timings"},"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-cbo-sectional-timing\/#SBI_CBO_Sectional_Timing_2025\" >SBI CBO Sectional Timing 2025<\/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-cbo-sectional-timing\/#SBI_CBO_2025_Descriptive_Test_Duration\" >SBI CBO 2025 Descriptive Test Duration<\/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-cbo-sectional-timing\/#Is_there_sectional_timing_in_SBI_CBO_2025\" >Is there sectional timing in SBI CBO 2025?<\/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-cbo-sectional-timing\/#How_to_Handle_SBI_CBO_Sectional_Timing\" >How to Handle SBI CBO Sectional Timing?<\/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-cbo-sectional-timing\/#FAQs\" >FAQs<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p><strong>SBI CBO Sectional Timing 2025<\/strong>: The SBI Circle Based Officer (CBO) 2025 exam is scheduled to be held on 20th July 2025, and time management will play a critical role in your performance. One of the most important aspects to understand before entering the exam hall is the sectional timing of each part of the test. Knowing this in advance can help you plan your strategy effectively and avoid surprises on the exam day. Below is a clear breakdown of the section-wise time limits for both the Objective and Descriptive Tests.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"SBI_CBO_Sectional_Timing_2025\"><\/span>SBI CBO Sectional Timing 2025<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The objective test consists of four key sections. Each section has a fixed time limit, and candidates cannot switch between sections or use leftover time from one section for another.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Section<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>No. of Questions<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Marks<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Sectional Time<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>English Language<\/td><td>30<\/td><td>30<\/td><td>30 minutes<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Banking Knowledge<\/td><td>40<\/td><td>40<\/td><td>40 minutes<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/sbi-cbo-general-awareness\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">General Awareness<\/a>\/Economy<\/td><td>30<\/td><td>30<\/td><td>30 minutes<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Computer Aptitude<\/td><td>20<\/td><td>20<\/td><td>20 minutes<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Total<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>120<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>120<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>2 hours<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Note<\/strong>: You will not be allowed to revisit or change answers from a previous section once the time has expired.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button aligncenter\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/sbi-cbo-call-letter-link\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Download SBI CBO Admit card 2025<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"SBI_CBO_2025_Descriptive_Test_Duration\"><\/span>SBI CBO 2025 Descriptive Test Duration<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The descriptive test follows the objective test immediately. It consists of two tasks \u2013 one letter and one essay \u2013 both related to banking or official communication.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Task<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>No. of Questions<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Marks<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Time Allotted<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Letter Writing<\/td><td>1<\/td><td>25<\/td><td><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Essay Writing<\/td><td>1 (250 words)<\/td><td>25<\/td><td><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Total<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>2<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>50<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>30 minutes<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button aligncenter\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/sbi-cbo-mock-test\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Attempt SBI CBO Mock test for free<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_there_sectional_timing_in_SBI_CBO_2025\"><\/span>Is there sectional timing in SBI CBO 2025?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes, SBI CBO 2025 has strict sectional timing for each part of the objective test. Once the timer for a section ends, you are automatically taken to the next section \u2014 even if you haven\u2019t completed all the questions. Time from one section cannot be transferred to another. Similarly, the Descriptive Test has a fixed 30-minute limit for both tasks combined.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Handle_SBI_CBO_Sectional_Timing\"><\/span>How to Handle SBI CBO Sectional Timing?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some smart ways to improve your timing and accuracy within the set time limits:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Practice each section separately using a stopwatch or timer.<\/li><li>Take full-length mock tests with built-in sectional timing.<\/li><li>Start with your strong areas to build momentum and confidence.<\/li><li>Use all the time available in each section to double-check your answers.<\/li><li>Stay calm when the screen transitions to the next section \u2014 don\u2019t panic.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><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-1752582171068\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Q1. Is there sectional timing in the SBI CBO 2025 Objective Test?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes, each section in the objective test has a fixed time limit. You must complete that section within the allotted time before moving to the next.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1752582179319\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Q2. Can I switch between sections during the SBI CBO exam?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">No, the SBI CBO exam does not allow switching between sections. Once a section ends, the system auto-forwards you to the next.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1752582196619\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Q3. What is the total duration of the SBI CBO 2025 exam?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The total duration is 2 hours 30 minutes \u2013 2 hours for the Objective Test and 30 minutes for the Descriptive Test.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1752582212097\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Q4. Is there sectional timing in the SBI CBO Descriptive Test too?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">No. The Descriptive Test has one combined timing of 30 minutes to complete both the letter and essay.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1752582231815\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Q5. 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