Cracking SBI exams is a dream for many aspiring candidates. The various exams of SBI such as PO, Clerk and SO are conducted annually. Lakhs of candidates appear for the various exams conducted by SBI. Preparation for various SBI exams is very comprehensive and is tough to crack. Candidates must have prepared well to crack the exam. Every year, the rate of aspiring candidates is increasing. Therefore, the competition is huge. To crack the SBI exam, candidates must prepare well. The SBI exam syllabus is vast, candidates who are willing to apply for the various exams can refer to the SBI Preparation Tips provided on this page. This will help candidates to plan their exam preparation.
There are many books available in the market, however, candidates must choose those books that have covered the entire syllabus. For Quant, candidates can refer to Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive Examinations by RS Agarwal. For Reasoning, candidates can refer to A Modern Approach to Verbal and Non-Verbal Reasoning by R S Agarwal. For English candidates can refer to English Grammar and Composition by Wren and Martin. For the General Awareness section, candidates can refer to Banking Awareness by B K Raut and SR Behera.
The descriptive paper comprises questions based on Essays and Letters. This paper test the and English Language and writing skills of candidates. The descriptive paper carries two questions. The total marks allotted to this paper are 50.
- SBI General Preparation Tips 2025
- SBI Syllabus 2025
- SBI Exam Pattern 2025
- SBI PO & Clerk Preparation Tips 2025
SBI General Preparation Tips 2025
See below preparation tips:
- To begin with, candidates must be clear about the subjects, exam pattern, and types of questions
- Preparing for the SBI Exam can be hectic for aspirants, considering its competitive nature and difficulty level. Hence, candidates shouldn’t delay their SBI Exam Preparation until the last minute
- Candidates should try to solve a mock test for SBI Exams before starting preparation to check their level of preparation
- Candidates should prepare a routine involving more focus on the candidate’s weak topics and less on the strong topics
- It is advisable to start with the basics and then move on to the advanced topics
- Note-taking is also suggested for such topics which need constant revision
- Revise each topic before starting a new one. It would enhance the retention capacity
- Check out the previous year's papers for SBI Exam and the questions that have been asked
- Look for the study material that suits you the most from a list of SBI Books. No need to read all the books for the preparation
In this article, we have discussed the SBI Preparation Tips for the various exams.
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Commonly asked questions
The difficulty level of the prelims exam is usually easy. The English and Reasoning sections are easy, whereas, Maths section is easy to moderate. The Mains exam paper is usually moderate. The difficulty level of the English Language section is easy, Quant section is moderate, Reasoning & Computer Aptitude section is moderate and General/Financial Awareness section is moderate. The prelims exam of SBI Clerk carries questions from Reasoning, English Language and Quantitative Aptitude. The total marks allotted to the test are 100. The mains exam of SBI Clerk carries questions from General/ Financial Awareness, General English, Quantitative Aptitude and Reasoning Ability & Computer Aptitude. The total marks allotted to the test are 200. Candidates qualifying the mains exam are called for Language Proficiency Test.
There is a negative marking in the SBI Clerk exam. 1/4th mark assigned to a particular question is deducted as a penalty for wrong answers. For correct answers in the exam, candidates score one mark. The total marks of candidates are calculated based on the number of correct and incorrect answers. The corrected scores obtained by each candidate in different sessions of the exam are normalised using the equi-percentile method. Scores upto two decimal points are taken for the purpose of calculations. The marks of candidates are calculated as per marking scheme. Candidates should attempt maximum number of questions to secure the desired score in the exam.
SBI Syllabus 2025
SBI Syllabus varies for different SBI Exams. The SBI Exam syllabus is very much similar to the other banking exams. Candidates can check the table below to find the SBI post-wise syllabus.
| SBI Exams | SBI Syllabus |
|---|---|
| SBI PO | SBI PO Syllabus |
| SBI Clerk | SBI Clerk Syllabus |
| SBI SO | SBI SO Syllabus |
Commonly asked questions
For SBI PO English Language important topics are Reading Comprehension, Cloze test, fill in blanks, and spotting error. To prepare for this section candidates must work on concepts of grammar and vocabulary.
SBI Exam Pattern 2025
Commonly asked questions
Yes, you can prepare for SBI PO exam without taking any coaching. You need to be consistent and serious about your studies. Attempt mock tests, refer to the good study materials and solve previous years question papers. You need to have understanding of English, Quantitative Aptitude, and Reasoning Ability, Computer Ability, Data Analysis & Interpretation, & General/Economy/Banking Awareness and the English Language. SBI PO exam is conducted in several stages-prelims exam, mains exam, psychometric test, interview and group exercises.
SBI PO & Clerk Preparation Tips 2025
Candidates can check the SBI exam preparation tips below.
Know the Exam Details.
The foremost thing for preparation is to know about the SBI exam including syllabus, exam pattern, important dates, duration of test, etc.
Expert Tips on English Section.
After knowing the syllabus and pattern, prepare a strategy for an exam. You need to differentiate between weak and strong topics. Create a timetable for the exam that covers the entire syllabus.
Develop Reading Habit.
This is the best way to enhance the English Language such as vocabulary, grammar, and comprehension skills.
Make Notes.
It is important to make notes, the memory retention will also improve. The notes will help candidates at the time of revision.
Take Tests (Mock).
It is important part of preparation. It helps in building speed and accuracy.
Revise.
Take the notes prepared earlier and start revising the topics. Analyse the preparation and check if everything you prepared is properly retained.
Manage Time.
As you will get limited time to solve questions, it is important to manage time efficiently. Assign time for every section and attempt all the sections with equal priority.
Be Accurate.
Since there is a negative marking in the exam, do not take a risk in answering questions that you are not sure about. Solve the questions with full accuracy and avoid making rough guesses while solving the paper.
Commonly asked questions
SBI PO descriptive paper is part of Mains phase of examination. Descriptive paper is online test of 30 minutes and comprises questions from Essay Writing and Letter Writing. To prepare for SBI PO descriptive paper, you should know basic grammar, build vocabulary. Read newspapers and magazines to improve writing skills and practice essay writing based on recent events.
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