Anangsha PatraDeputy Manager – Editorial
SBI PO 2023: State Bank of India (SBI) is expected to release SBI PO notification 2023 in September 2023. SBI PO apply online link is activated after the release of notification. Any graduate candidate within 21 and 30 years can apply for SBI PO 2023. The selection process comprises prelims exam, mains exam, psychometric test, group exercise, and interview. SBI PO notification 2023 will be made available on the official website-sbi.co.in. The notification will comprise all details related to the exam. Read this article below for more details on SBI PO 2023 exam including important dates, exam pattern, syllabus, selection process, salary.
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- What is SBI PO exam?
- SBI PO 2023 Dates
- SBI PO 2023: Know the New Change
- SBI PO Full Form
- SBI PO Highlights
- SBI PO Notification 2023
- SBI PO 2023 Application Process
- SBI PO Eligibility Criteria 2023
- SBI PO Syllabus 2023
- SBI PO Exam Pattern 2023
- SBI PO Preparation Tips 2023
- SBI PO Admit Card 2023
- SBI PO Result 2023
- SBI PO Cutoff 2023
- SBI PO Exam Analysis 2023
- SBI PO Vacancies 2023
- SBI PO Salary
- What is SBI PO Job Profile?
- SBI PO 2023 FAQs
What is SBI PO exam?
State Bank of India (SBI) every year conducts SBI PO exam to select eligible candidates for the post of Probationary Officer. A large number of candidates apply for the exam, out of which only a few are selected depending on the number of vacancies. SBI PO is considered one of the most sought-after banking exams in the country. Successful candidates are posted as Probationary Officers in various branches of the bank. SBI PO exam comprises three phases-Prelims, Mains, and Psychometric Test, Interview & Group Exercises. Approximately 10 lakh candidates apply for SBI PO exam every year. SBI is a prestigious organisation that offers handsome salaries and job security to its employees as a result of which a large number of candidates rush to apply for the various exams conducted by the bank.
SBI PO 2023 Dates
Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of SBI PO 2023 exam
| Dates | Upcoming Exam Dates |
|---|---|
Sep '23 | SBI PO 2023 Notification TENTATIVE |
Sep '23 - Oct '23 | SBI PO Application Form 2023 TENTATIVE |
| Dates | Past Exam Dates |
24 Mar '23 - 8 Apr '23 | SBI PO Interview & Group D Exercise 2023 admit card |
19 Mar '23 | SBI PO Psychometric Test 2023 |
13 Mar '23 - 19 Mar '23 | SBI PO admit card 2023 for psychometric test |
SBI PO 2023: Know the New Change
Last year, SBI introduced new changes in the recruitment of PO. Some of the changes:
- Psychometric test was introduced in the exam pattern. Candidates are required to appear for the psychometric before group exercises and interview. The psychometric test is qualifying in nature
- SBI increased the application fees for General/EWS and OBC from INR 600 to INR 750, while for SC/ST/PWD, it was INR 125. SC/ST/PWD category are exempted from fee payment
Also Read: Private Sector Bank Recruitment in India
Why to Choose SBI PO As Career?
SBI PO is considered a premium job opportunity in the banking sector because of the following reasons:
- SBI has a brand value and SBI PO post is highly reputed
- SBI offers a lucrative pay scale which is the highest among PSU banks
- Candidates joining the post of PO can reach up to the level of Chairperson
- SBI PO offers job security
SBI PO Full Form
SBI PO full form stands for State Bank of India Probationary Officer recruitment. This is one of the most sought-after exams among graduates. SBI releases vacancies for PO annually to fulfill manpower requirements among its branches.
SBI PO Highlights
Check below for some important highlights related to the SBI PO exam.
| Exam Particulars | Exam Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name |
SBI PO |
| Conducting Body |
State Bank of India |
| Exam Level |
National level |
| Exam Frequency |
Once a year |
| Mode of Exam |
Online |
| Total Registrations |
Approximately 10 lakh |
| Stages of Exam |
Prelims, Mains and Interview |
| Exam Fees |
INR 750 for General/EWS/OBC categories SC/ST/PWD categories are exempted from fee payment |
| Exam Duration |
Prelims: One hour |
| No. of Papers and Total Marks |
Prelims: Three (100 marks) |
| Total Questions |
Prelims: 100 questions |
| Marking Scheme |
0.25 marks are deducted for wrong answers |
| Language/Medium of Exam |
English and Hindi |
| Exam Purpose |
For the selection of Probationary Officers in various branches of SBI |
| No. of Test Cities |
Prelims: 200 cities (Approx.) Mains: 70 cities (Approx.) |
| Official Website |
sbi.co.in/careers |
| Contact Details |
022-22820427 |
SBI PO Notification 2023
SBI PO 2023 notification PDF will be released online by SBI. SBI PO notification is released to fill up vacancies in the post of Probationary Officers (PO) in its various branches. Banking aspirants dream of a job in SBI due to its handsome salary package, job security and career growth. The reasons why a large number of candidates appear for the SBI PO exam are given below:
- SBI has brand value and reputation associated with the post
- SBI offers a lucrative salary package
- SBI offers immense growth opportunities and candidates joining as PO are promoted upto the level of Chairperson
- SBI offers job security
Candidates selected through SBI PO are posted anywhere in India. For reference, candidates can check below previous year's notification.
Download here SBI PO Notification 2023 PDF
SBI PO Application Form will be released online on the official website. The application fee for the exam is INR 750 for General/EWS/OBC categories and SC/ST/PWD categories are exempted from fee payment.
How to Apply Online for SBI PO?
The steps to fill SBI PO application form are given below:
- Visit the official website of SBI
- Click the 'Apply Online' against the advertisement
- Register for the exam by entering the required credentials
- Upload the scanned images of photograph and signature
- Fill the detailed application form
- Upload handwritten declaration and left thumb impression
- Pay the application fees
- Submit the SBI PO application form and take its printout
SBI PO Application Form: Documents to Upload
While filling the application form, candidates are required to upload the following documents.
| Dimensions of passport size image to be uploaded |
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| Dimensions of the signature image to be uploaded |
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SBI PO Application Fees
SBI PO application fee/intimation charges are different for different categories. The payment of the application fee is accepted only through Debit/Credit Card, or net banking. Candidates can check below SBI PO application fees.
| Category | Application Fee (In INR) |
|---|---|
| General |
750 |
| SC/ST/PWD |
Nil |
Also Read: SBI PO handwritten declaration
SBI PO Eligibility Criteria 2023
SBI prescribes SBI PO eligibility criteria in terms of educational qualification, nationality, and age limit:
Age Limit: The age limit prescribed for SBI PO exam is 21 and 30 years. Relaxation in age limit is given to unreserved categories.
Educational Qualification: Candidates must be graduates of any discipline from a recognised University or any equivalent qualification recognised as such by the Central Government. Those who are in the final year/semester of their Graduation may also apply provisionally subject to the condition that, if called for interview, they will have to produce proof of having passed the graduation examination.
Number of Attempts: The maximum number of attempts is fixed for each category. Candidates who have used up all the chances are not eligible to apply. Appearing in the prelims exam is not counted as an attempt but appearing in mains exam is counted.
| Category | Attempts |
|---|---|
| General |
4 |
| General (PwD) |
7 |
| OBC |
7 |
| OBC (PwD) |
7 |
| SC/ST (PwD) |
No Restriction |
SBI PO 2023 Recruitment Process
SBI PO selection process comprises three stages: Phase I (Preliminary), Phase II (Mains), and Phase III (Psychometric test, Interview, and Group Exercises). All registered candidates are first required to appear for the Phase I prelims exam. On the basis of the marks in the prelims exam, candidates are called for the mains exam. Candidates qualifying the mains exam are called for Phase III. Candidates 10 times (approx.) the number of vacancies in each category are shortlisted for Main Examination from the top of the above merit list. Candidates three times the number of vacancies are shortlisted for Phase III from the top of the category-wise merit list.
The marks obtained in the Preliminary Examination (Phase-I) are not 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 normalised to 100 marks. The final merit list is arrived at after aggregating (out of 100) converted marks of Phase-II and Phase-III. SBI PO Selection is made from the top merit-ranked candidates in each category.
Refer to the infograph below for SBI PO selection process
SBI PO Selection Process
SBI PO Vacancies 2023
SBI PO 2023 vacancies will be announced along with the notification. In 2022, 1673 vacancies were announced for SBI PO exam. In 2021, SBI PO vacancy was 2056. Candidates can check below the SBI PO last year vacancy break-up.
SBI PO Last Year Vacancy
| Category | Vacancy | Backlog | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| SC |
240 |
30 |
270 |
| ST |
120 |
11 |
132 |
| OBC |
432 |
32 |
464 |
| EWS |
160 |
-- |
160 |
| GEN |
648 |
-- |
648 |
| Total |
1600 |
73 |
1673 |
SBI PO Vacancy (PwD Category)
| Category | Vacancy | Backlog | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| LD |
16 |
02 |
18 |
| VI |
16 |
20 |
36 |
| HI |
16 |
05 |
21 |
| d & e |
16 |
23 |
39 |
SBI PO Previous Years' Vacancies
SBI PO previous years' vacancy break-up for different categories is given below.
SBI PO 2021 Vacancy
| Category | Vacancy | Backlog | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| SC |
300 |
24 |
324 |
| ST |
150 |
12 |
162 |
| OBC |
540 |
20 |
560 |
| EWS |
200 |
- |
200 |
| GEN |
810 |
- |
810 |
| Total |
2000 |
56 |
2056 |
| LD# |
20 |
- |
20 |
| VI# |
20 |
1 |
21 |
| HI# |
20 |
36 |
56 |
| d & e# |
20 |
9 |
29 |
SBI PO 2020 Vacancy
| Category | Vacancy | Backlog | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| SC |
300 |
- |
300 |
| ST |
150 |
- |
150 |
| OBC |
540 |
- |
540 |
| EWS |
200 |
- |
200 |
| GEN |
810 |
- |
810 |
| Total |
2000 |
- |
2000 |
| LD# |
20 |
- |
20 |
| VI# |
20 |
- |
20 |
| HI# |
20 |
49 |
69 |
| d & e# |
20 |
7 |
27 |
SBI PO Salary
The salary structure of SBI PO in terms of basic pay, payscale, and allowances is given below:
Basic Pay: The starting basic pay is INR 41,960 (With four advance increments).
Payscale: INR 36,000-1490/7-46430-1740/2-49910-1990/7-63,840 applicable to Junior Management.
Allowances: DA, HRA/Lease rental, CCA, Medical, and other allowances & perquisites as per rules.
Also Read: SBI PO salary
What is SBI PO Job Profile?
Candidates joining as SBI PO are required to gain practical knowledge of various banking aspects, customer services (which include from printing the passbook to opening account), supervision of clerical work, loan processing, etc. Training for the POs is provided in various fields like Retail (Personal) Banking, Advances, Rural Banking (Agriculture training), etc. during their probation period. After the selection, SBI PO is directly sent to the branch allotted to them.
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| IBPS Clerk | RBI Assistant | IBPS SO |
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SBI PO 2023 FAQs
Q: When will SBI PO notification 2023 be released?
Q: When will SBI PO application form 2023 be released?
Visit the official website of SBI
Go to the Current Opening section on the home page
Go to the advertisement Recruitment of Probationary Officers in SBI
Click on the New Registration link to register for the exam
Enter the details required for registration
Registration ID and password are generated
Upload the scanned photograph and signature
Fill the basic details, personal details, communication details, educational qualification, select the exam centres, etc.
Preview the application form
Upload the left thumb impression and handwritten declaration
Pay the application fees
Take printout of the fee transaction receipt and application form
Q: Can I apply for SBI PO after graduating from IGNOU?
Q: Can we prepare within 5 months for SBI PO exam?
A daily study plan of 5-6 hours for 5 months is more than enough to clear SBI PO. Plan your studies with adequate breaks. Buy books which cover all the topics (Reasoning, Aptitude and English). Read The Hindu newspaper daily for GK and to improve your vocabulary. Cracking IBPS PO exam does not require years and years of preparation. You can clear the exam with five months of preparation if you follow the right strategy and approach. You need to really work hard to crack the exam. Consistency is important for preparation and candidates should study regularly for the exam.
Q: Which course is required to prepare for SBI PO?
SBI PO Prelims
SBI PO Mains
Group Exercises & Interview
The SBI PO syllabus for the preliminary exam is inclusive of three sections
1. English Language (30 marks from 30 Qs),
2. Quantitative Aptitude (35 marks from 35 Qs)
3. And Reasoning Ability (35 marks from 35 Qs). English Language
The English Language section is one of the easiest to crack. You need to brush up on your basic skills in grammar by developing a reading habit. Additionally, that will also help improve your vocabulary. You can also go through the previous year's papers to get an idea of what kind of questions will come. Questions in this section are usually asked from Comprehension, Spotting Errors, Para Jumbles, Antonyms and Synonyms. Quantitative Aptitude
The Quantitative Aptitude section is the toughest, as observed in the SBI PO previous years papers. You need to be well versed in topics like Ratio and Proportion, Average, Speed and Distance, Time and Work, Number Series, Data Interpretation, Quadratic Equations, and Simplification. This section evaluates your numerical ability and problem-solving skills. Regular practice is mandatory. Reasoning Ability
The reasoning section is the most scored in the SBI PO exam. Practice regularly to be able to crack this section. The questions will be very logical in nature. You need to prepare for topics such as Syllogism, Puzzles, Seating Arrangement, Coding-Decoding, Ranking and Order, etc. Follow up each practice with a quick revision. You can crack SBI PO exam without coaching
I hope this will help you.
Q: My mathematics is very weak. How do I prepare for SBI PO from scratch?
Join any basic coaching classes for banking, which help u for fast growth.
So start each and every basics of math like tables and general solving techniques of basic math solving.
Read every day's newspaper and make routine time table.
As a beginner you have a golden chance, that you can crack this exam surely, because beginners have their own logic and knowledge.
1.Proper planning First of all you should have made a plan for your studies. Better understand about your exam syllabus and find that in which weak section you must pay more attention and then prepare a study schedule.
2.Update yourself You should read the newspaper, magazines regularly and also updated with current affairs, daily events, and activities. Especially from the banking and finance industry. It is the master key to preparing for IBPS exam online.
3.Study Topic wise Students needs to concentrate on a single topic at a time do not just turn one to another pay serious attention to each and every topic. Practice more questions on various topics.
4.Make GK a weapon General Knowledge is one of the best marks gaining subject in all over banking exams. You should command it by daily newspaper reading habit, Try some latest GK books and magazines which also clear your doubt about current affairs. Focus majorly on these topics Current events, banking awareness, sports, business news, political news and film & television, etc.
5.Proper Time Management You should practice more and more to be able to solve all questions in good timing. Most of the students ask this question that How much time is required to prepare for BANK Exam? The answer is as you manage. Practice as much as you can Don't waste time just thinking about the exam. Solve previous year questions and more practice can easily save your time in IBPS exam.
Trial with the Mock test You must try yourself with the online mock test. With properly complete your Exam Syllabus you should try some mock tests to judge yourself in the exam with proper time duration. Solve a mock test to have a decent idea of the paper.
6.Revision Revise all your syllabus topics before few days once again and focus more on the weak section at that time.
I will suggest you for improve basics
Quantitative Aptitude by Dr. R. S. Aggarwal
I hope it will help you
Q: How many minimum marks are required to crack SBI PO exam?
I hope this answers your question. If you have any further questions, kindly revert.
Q: What qualities a candidate should have to get selected for SBI PO in the interview?
Q: Why is SBI PO so tough?
1. Limited number of attempts: This makes aspirants feel pressured to qualify within the allotted number of attempts.
2. Time constraints: Candidates have one hour to complete 100 questions in the preliminary exam and three hours to complete 155 questions in the main exam.
3. Negative marking: There is one-fourth negative marking of 0.25 marks, which increases the challenge.
4. Tricky questions, such as from the reasoning and data interpretation sections, consume a lot of time.
5. High competition: Candidates appearing for the SBI PO exam are not only huge in numbers but also diverse. A B.Tech graduate may have to compete with an MBA graduate.
6. Sectional cut offs: The candidates need to clear section-wise cutoffs separately, and therefore, aspirants need to score well in all sections.
7. The GD and PI rounds: The group discussion and interview rounds are the final and most challenging.
Q: Which is better, SBI PO or SBI SO?
Q: Can SBI PO become a manager?
1. Direct promotion after training: This is the first opportunity to become a manager for PO. They can take a cumulative promotion test to get promoted to the post of deputy manager (scale 2). This opportunity is offered after completion of training.
2. Service year based: This is a regular way and POs will get seniority-based promotions per year of service. The Probationary Officer can be promoted to the post of Chief General Manager.
Q: Is SBI PO a government job?
Q: How to tackle time and clear the cutoffs for SBI PO? Which is the easiest section to attempt? What are the important topics?
1. English . Is an important part of any banking exam.
2. Prepare both the vocabulary and grammar parts of the English .
3. Learn and understand all the grammar concepts and revise and practice.
4. Read English . Newspapers every day. It will increase your reading speed.
5. Also, learn the unknown words that come across reading. This will increase your vocabulary. Reading Comprehension 7-10 Questions
Cloze Test5 -6 Questions
Phrase Replacement5 -6 Questions
Fillers5-6 Questions
Error Spotting/Sentence Correction 4-5 Questions
Sentence rearrangement /Para Jumble5-6 Questions
Sentence Connector3-4 Questions
Sentence Completion3-4 Questions
Sentence Formation2-3 Questions
Quantitative Aptitude:
Number Series 4-5 Questions
Quadratic Equation4-5 Questions
Approximation5-6 Questions
Data Interpretation10-15 Questions
Arithmetic10-12 Questions
Data Sufficiency4 -5 Questions
Mathematical Inequality4 -5 Questions
1. The Quantitative Aptitude can be scoring, if your preparation is adequate.
2. First, increase your calculation speed.
3. Learn table till 25, square till 30, cube till 20, and fractions till 1\15.
4. Learn and understand all the concepts of various arithmetic concepts such as Ratio, Percentage, Speed and Distance, etc.
5. Practice data interpretation and other topics as much as possible.
6. In Quantitative Aptitude practice is the key, the more your practice the better your speed and accuracy get. Reasoning Ability:
Seating Arrangement & Puzzles15-20 Questions
Inequality2-3 Questions
Coding-Decoding5 Questions
Alphanumeric Series2-3 Questions
Input-Output5 Questions
Data Sufficiency5 Questions
Miscellaneous (Blood Relation, Direction Sense, Alphabet Test, etc. )5-6 Questions
1. In this section practice is the key to score good marks in the examinations.
2. Practice puzzles and seating arrangement questions as much as possible and get a good command over them.
3. Clear your concepts of miscellaneous topics. Once you understand these concepts then it becomes very easy to solve these questions.
Q: What is the in-hand salary of a SBI PO?
Q: What is SBI PO exam pattern?
Q: What is the standard of SBI PO syllabus?
Q: What should be the preparation strategy for English subject for SBI PO?
1) Read. & Read. It is important for anyone who is preparing for these competitive exams to invest time in reading as it not only develops one's comprehension skills but also helps in building one's vocabulary. Reading Comprehension is given the highest weightage in exams, it can be best practiced through regular reading and understanding
2) Be Familiar With Grammar Basics
Most of the students think that grammar is so vast and its rules are infinite. You will be surprised to know that the truth is that there are just a few rules, and grammar is easy to master. Also, grammar-related questions like error spotting, sentence improvement, phrase replacement, etc.
Require practice. Solve 10 to 20 grammar questions per day, and make a list of the new errors you learn from every test. This list will work as your ready-reckoner for grammar
3) Vocabulary Building
This is an ongoing process and requires you to be persistent. There are even super cool apps that can help one to learn a few words daily and enhance one's vocabulary skills. They are gamified as well, so students can actually have some fun using these apps. Also, vocabulary can be bolstered by a lot of reading. I suggest students should not consider learning vocabulary an onerous task and instead enjoy the process of learning through tricks, hints, etc. SBI PO English Preparations A Few Things to Remember
Keep a regular check on your vocabulary. Follow daily editorials and newspapers to enhance your reading speed. This will also help you summarize the topic more efficiently. Try and get the gist of the passage you are reading before attempting the questions. Follow a why, how & what is for an approach to get a complete understanding. Follow the basic fundamental of learning, practicing, and strategizing. One of the best ways to score more in English for bank exams is by solving the previous year question papers and mock tests. This will help you apprehend your performance and also understand the type of questions asked in SBI PO exam
Q: How is life after clearing SBI PO?
1. You will receive an appointment letter as a bank probationary officer.
2. You will get a decent salary, which is INR 41,960 per month as a PO.
3. There are many other additional allowances, such as a travel allowance offered to PO.
4. You will enjoy a concession on the interest rate of bank loans and will also get preference.
5. For two years, you will enjoy training life, and you will get a branch posting on scale one.
6. You can get a promotion to the bank's chairman.
Challenges:
1. You will enjoy posting at different locations during this phase, and your main challenge will be to learn what is being taught.
2. You will receive training and guidance from seniors in different departments, including personal banking, pension department, and NRI business, etc.
3. After training, you will have to qualify for the confirmation cumulative promotion test to get a direct scale two promotion.
4. On completion of the probation period, you will get the post of Assistant Manager and your challenge will be the administration of the bank.
5. Your problem-solving skills will be tested as you get promoted to higher levels.
6. You might not like some of the remote postings that take you away from your family.
Overall, life after clearing SBI PO is full of respect and challenges in daily life.
Q: What are advantages and disadvantages of SBI PO?
1. One of the most attractive parts is the salary as an SBI PO. At present, the basic pay of Junior Scale One is INR 27,620 and this will get four advance increments up to INR 42020 per month.
2. You will be eligible for a variety of other benefits, including DA, HRA, and medical allowance.
3. SBI provides its employees with a lower interest rate on their bank loans.
4. You will enjoy remuneration for leased accommodation, which can be as high as INR 35,000 in metro cities. Your social circle will expand. Your training could be helpful in your future financial planning as well.
6. SBI gives you the opportunity to get promoted directly to the post of Deputy Manager (scale 2) after training. You will be required to pass a cumulative promotion test to get this promotion. Disadvantage:
1. There are frequent postings, including mandatory rural postings, which may be a challenge. Apart from homesickness, frequent challenges may make your work hectic in these postings.
2. You must be an all-rounder who is willing to learn marketing skills as well as the SBI PO.
3. The SBI customer base is very large and the workload associated with it will be high in terms of volume. You will mostly have a hectic schedule and long working hours.
4. Some customers may not be well-behaved, and you have to learn good communication skills to deal with all kinds of customers.
5. Furthermore, your problem-solving skills and patience will be tested as you get promoted.
Q: Who can apply for SBI PO?
1. If the person is in their final year of graduation, then he or she will be required to provide a passing Certificate during the interview process.
2. The applicant must be at least 21 years old to apply. He or she should not be more than 30 years old for the general category.
3. There is an age relaxation for some categories, such as OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) gets a three-year age relaxation, while the SC and ST get a five-year age relaxation to apply.
4. The general-category applicant is limited to four applications. For OBC candidates, the limit is seven, whereas there is no limit for SC and ST candidates.
Q: Can SBI PO get a foreign posting?
1.To apply, SBI POs must have completed a mandatory three-year posting across India as well as a two-year rural assignment.
2. The employees will need to appear for a written exam such as the Junior India-Based Officers (JIBO) exam for junior scale officers.
3. This is followed by an interview conducted by a panel of seniors. After that, you may be recommended for a foreign posting as per your performance.
SBI PO 2023 Contact Information
Candidates can contact on the below-mentioned telephone number (between 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM on working days) in case they face any difficulty in filling the application form:
Contact Number: 022-22820427
Note: Candidates can also lodge their query on http://cgrs.ibps.in. The official website informs, “Candidates are advised to not to forget to mention 'Recruitment of Probationary Officers in State Bank of India' in the subject of the email.”
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The full form of SBI PO is the State Bank of India Probationary Officer. SBI PO Recruitment Exam is an annual officer recruiting exam conducted annually by the State Bank of India for its various vacancies across the Branches. You will be given the appointment letter which contains the details of...The full form of SBI PO is the State Bank of India Probationary Officer. SBI PO Recruitment Exam is an annual officer recruiting exam conducted annually by the State Bank of India for its various vacancies across the Branches. You will be given the appointment letter which contains the details of your salary breakdown, the branch where you are being posted, etc.
SBI PO exam is conducted to select eligible candidates for Probationary Officers posts. Selected candidates are offered a handsome salary package. The basic salary is INR 41,960 (with four advance increments). SBI PO pay scale is INR 36,000-1490/7, 46430-1740/2-49910-1990/7-63840. The selection ...SBI PO exam is conducted to select eligible candidates for Probationary Officers posts. Selected candidates are offered a handsome salary package. The basic salary is INR 41,960 (with four advance increments). SBI PO pay scale is INR 36,000-1490/7, 46430-1740/2-49910-1990/7-63840. The selection process comprises prelims, Mains, psychometric test, group exercises and interview. The final selection is done based on the Mains exam, group exercises and interview.
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Which one is better - RBI Assistant or SBI PO?
Ultimately, the choice between RBI Assistant and SBI PO depends on your career goals, interests, and personal preferences. Consider the nature of work, growth opportunities, and your long-term aspirations to make an informed decision. As in my opinion, SBI PO position is considered better in term...Ultimately, the choice between RBI Assistant and SBI PO depends on your career goals, interests, and personal preferences. Consider the nature of work, growth opportunities, and your long-term aspirations to make an informed decision. As in my opinion, SBI PO position is considered better in terms of career growth, opportunities.
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How to prepare for SBI PO exam?
1-Attempts Mock Test. Practice With Previous Year's Papers. Time Management. Know Your Strengths & Weakness. Stay Motivated.
2-Strategy for Descriptive Test.
3-SBI PO Mains Exam Pattern 2023.
4-Attempt the maximum questions within the given time limit and with accuracy.
Candidates must follow the tips given below to clear the exam:Revise the important topics from each sectionAllot time judiciously to each question or sectionAttempt the maximum questions within the given time limit and with accuracyRead the complete question firstMaximize your score by focusing o...Candidates must follow the tips given below to clear the exam:
Revise the important topics from each section
Allot time judiciously to each question or section
Attempt the maximum questions within the given time limit and with accuracy
Read the complete question first
Maximize your score by focusing on choosing the most accurate option as your answer
Revise all the topics
Attempt full-length and sectional mock test.
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Which are the best books for SBI PO General Awareness section?
Questions are asked from Current Affairs Awards & Honours, Sports, Finance, Agriculture, Indian Economy, International Economy, UNO, Marketing, Indian Constitution, History of Banking, Currencies, Books & Authors, RBI Fiscal Policies etc. Refer the following books for this section...Questions are asked from Current Affairs Awards & Honours, Sports, Finance, Agriculture, Indian Economy, International Economy, UNO, Marketing, Indian Constitution, History of Banking, Currencies, Books & Authors, RBI Fiscal Policies etc. Refer the following books for this section. Banking Awareness Handbook of Banking Information by NS Toor
Manorama Year Book
Lucent General Knowledge.
Here are some popular books that were recommended for the SBI PO General Awareness section:1. "Lucent's General Knowledge" by Dr. Binay Karna and Manwendra Mukul: This book covers a wide range of topics including history, geography, Science, economics, and Current Affairs. It pr...Here are some popular books that were recommended for the SBI PO General Awareness section:
1. "Lucent's General Knowledge" by Dr. Binay Karna and Manwendra Mukul: This book covers a wide range of topics including history, geography, Science, economics, and Current Affairs. It provides comprehensive information and is often recommended for competitive exams.
2. "Banking Awareness" by Arihant Experts: This book specifically focuses on banking and financial awareness topics. It covers important concepts related to the banking industry, financial institutions, and current developments in the economy.
3. "General/Banking/Economic Awareness" by Rakesh Kumar: This book provides a concise overview of general awareness, banking, and economic concepts. It includes practice questions and previous years' exam papers to help you prepare effectively.
4. "Manorama Yearbook": This annual publication provides a wealth of information on various topics including Current Affairs. History, geography, Science, and more. It is a widely recognised resource for competitive exams and is useful for enhancing general knowledge. In addition to these books, it's important to stay updated with Current Affairs by reading newspapers, magazines, and online news portals regularly. Make use of reliable sources like "The Hindu, " "The Indian Express, " or "Times of India" to stay informed about the latest events, government schemes, and international developments. Remember to focus not only on static GK (general knowledge) but also on Current Affairs as they play a significant role in the General Awareness section of the SBI PO exam.
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What is the difference between the syllabus of an SBI Clerk and SBI PO?
SBI Clerk exam is conducted for recruitment of candidates for the post of Junior Associate (Customer Support & Sales). SBI PO exam is conducted for the recruitment of probationary officers. SBI Clerk syllabus is divided into prelims and Mains exams. SBI PO syllabus is divided into prelims...SBI Clerk exam is conducted for recruitment of candidates for the post of Junior Associate (Customer Support & Sales). SBI PO exam is conducted for the recruitment of probationary officers. SBI Clerk syllabus is divided into prelims and Mains exams. SBI PO syllabus is divided into prelims exam, Mains exam, psychometric test, group exercises and interview. The difficulty level of SBI PO is easier than SBI Clerk.
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Can SBI Clerk apply for SBI PO?
Yes, SBI Clerk can apply for SBI PO exam. However, to apply for SBI Clerk exam, candidates need to take permission from the employer. They are also required to provide NOC of the employer. Upon selection, candidates need to resign from the Clerical cadre post and join afresh as PO. No increment w...Yes, SBI Clerk can apply for SBI PO exam. However, to apply for SBI Clerk exam, candidates need to take permission from the employer. They are also required to provide NOC of the employer. Upon selection, candidates need to resign from the Clerical cadre post and join afresh as PO. No increment will be considered that is your clerical service won't be counted.
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Which are the best books for Reasoning section for SBI PO exam?
In Reasoning, questions are asked from Coding & Decoding, Inequalities, Syllogisms, Puzzles, Blood Relations, Direction Sense Problems, Data Sufficiency Problems, Series Problems, Input and Output, Statement-Assumption, Order and Ranking, etc. The best books for Reasoning section are give...In Reasoning, questions are asked from Coding & Decoding, Inequalities, Syllogisms, Puzzles, Blood Relations, Direction Sense Problems, Data Sufficiency Problems, Series Problems, Input and Output, Statement-Assumption, Order and Ranking, etc. The best books for Reasoning section are given below:
A Modern Approach to Verbal Reasoning by RS Agarwal. Analytical Reasoning by MK Pandey
A New Approach to Reasoning Verbal and Non-Verbal by BS Sijwali, Indus Sijwali.
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Which are the best books for SBI PO Quantitative Aptitude?
Questions in Quant section are usually asked from Number Series, Approximation, Square root and cube root, Ratio and Proportion, Average, Partnership, Percentage, Time and Distance, Simple Interest and Compound Interest, Data Interpretation, Pie Charts, Bar Graphs, Line Graphs, Permutation, and C...Questions in Quant section are usually asked from Number Series, Approximation, Square root and cube root, Ratio and Proportion, Average, Partnership, Percentage, Time and Distance, Simple Interest and Compound Interest, Data Interpretation, Pie Charts, Bar Graphs, Line Graphs, Permutation, and Combination, etc. The best books for Quant section are given below:
Fast Track Objective Arithmetic by Rajesh Verma
Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive Examinations by RS Agarwal
Data Interpretation by Arun Sharma
Magical Book on Quicker Mathematics by M Tyra
Quantum CAT by Sarvesh Kumar Verma.
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Which one is better - RBI Assistant or SBI PO?
SBI PO and RBI Assistant are the most sought after banking exams in the country. The participation of candidates is more in SBI PO than RBI Assistant. The number of vacancies are more in SBI PO than in RBI Assistant. SBI PO is conducted for the recruitment of Probationary Officers in the various ...SBI PO and RBI Assistant are the most sought after banking exams in the country. The participation of candidates is more in SBI PO than RBI Assistant. The number of vacancies are more in SBI PO than in RBI Assistant. SBI PO is conducted for the recruitment of Probationary Officers in the various branches of SBI. RBI Assistant exam is conducted for recruitment of Assistants in the various region-wise offices in RBI. There is a difference in the selection process of SBI PO and RBI Assistant. SBI PO selection process include prelims exam, Mains exam, psychometric test, group exercises and interview. Since RBI Assistant is a lower level post it include prelims and Mains exams. The exam pattern and syllabus are different for SBI PO and RBI Assistant exams.
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Why SBI PO exam is conducted?
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