The overall difficulty level of the SBI PO prelims exam was moderate to difficult in terms of difficulty level. The English and Reasoning sections were moderate while the Quant section was difficult. Read here SBI PO prelims exam analysis & student reaction.
- SBI PO Prelims Exam Pattern 2022
- SBI PO Marking Scheme
- SBI PO Prelims Exam Analysis & Student Reaction
- SBI PO Prelims Exam Analysis 2022 Video
- SBI PO Expected Cut off 2022
SBI PO Prelims Exam Pattern 2022
SBI PO prelims exam pattern is such that it is divided into three sections-English Language, Quantitative Aptitude and Reasoning Ability. The duration of the test is one hour with sectional timings. The total marks allotted to the test are 100. The structure of the prelims exam is given below.
| Subject | Number of Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| English Language |
30 |
100 |
20 Minutes |
| Quantitative Aptitude |
35 |
20 Minutes |
|
| Reasoning Ability |
35 |
20 Minutes |
|
| Total |
100 |
1 Hour |
SBI PO Marking Scheme
The marks obtained by candidates in the prelims exam will not be counted for the final merit list. For the correct answers, candidates will score one mark while 0.25 marks will be deducted for wrong answers.
SBI PO Prelims Exam Analysis & Student Reaction
Shiksha reported live from one of the SBI PO exam centres in Noida to gather the feedback of students regarding the overall and section-wise difficulty level of exam. Candidates can read below to check SBI PO prelims exam analysis 2022.
Aman Raj said, "The paper of SBI PO was moderate. The Reasoning questions were tough while the questions asked in English were basic. The difficulty level of the Maths paper was moderate."
Ashwin Chaturvedi said, "The overall difficulty level of the paper was moderate. The English section was easy and Quant section was calculative. Most questions in Reasoning were asked from Puzzles."
Abhinav Kumar said, "The difficulty level of SBI PO prelims exam was moderate to difficult. The English section was moderate, Maths was moderate to difficult and Reasoning moderate. The cut off of the prelims exam is expected to be around 55 to 60."
Akash said, "I found the Reasoning section to be tough. The English and Maths sections were moderate. The cut off is expected to be around 80 to 85."
SBI PO Prelims Exam Analysis 2022 Video
SBI PO Expected Cut off 2022
The category-wise SBI PO expected cut off given below has been calculated based on the difficulty level of the exam.
| Category | SBI PO 2021 Prelims Cutoff |
|---|---|
| GEN |
58-60 |
| SC |
50-53 |
| ST |
50-53 |
| OBC |
53-55 |
| EWS |
58-60 |
| PWD |
58-60 |

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Student Forum
Answered 3 weeks ago
Yes. There is negative marking in the SBI PO exam in both Prelims and Mains for the objective-type questions. For every wrong answer 0.25 marks or 1/4th marks are deducted but for un attempted or skipped questions none of the marks are deducted.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 3 weeks ago
The application fee for the SBI PO exam varies or differs as per the categories. For General and OBC category it is INR 750 and for SC/ST/PwBD there is no fee it is exempted.
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered 3 weeks ago
The selection process of SBI PO exam consists of three rounds. The selection process is" Prelims, Mains and Interview. Several changes were also done in the exam pattern for the SBI PO exam.
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered 3 weeks ago
The SBI PO 2026 application form is expected to be released in June. Along with the announcement of the notification, the application link will be active.
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered a month ago
The SBI PO admit card 2026 will be released on the SBI careers portal officially at sbi.co.in. It will be released online and is a mandatory to carry at the examination centre by the candidate.
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered a month ago
The SBI PO application form 2026 is expected to be released in May-June at sbi.co.in. Candidates need to apply online and pay the required fees.
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered a month ago
The SBI PO notification 2026 is expected to be released in May-June at sbi.bank.in. The exam is conducted once in a year for the posts of Probationary Officers. It has the details about the examination including the important dates, syllabus, pattern, application process, and more.
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Contributor-Level 7