SBI

Majorly, the test paper of SBI exams comprises topics from Quantitative Aptitude, Data Interpretation and Analysis, Reasoning Ability, English Language, General Knowledge, and Computer Knowledge. In this article, we have covered subject-wise best books for the SBI that help candidates to ace their performance.

The level of SBI PO exam is usually difficult. The exam comprises prelims, mains and interview. The marks obtained in the prelims are not counted for the final merit list. Selection is done based on the mains exam and interview.

The duration of SBI exam is different for different stages of selection. The duration of the prelims exam is one hour for SBI PO and Clerk exam. The duration of the mains exam is two hours for SBI Clerk exam and 3 hours 30 minutes for mains exam. There are also sectional timings in SBI exam.

The number of papers in SBI exam are different for different posts. SBI Clerk prelims exam carries three papers and total marks allotted to the test are 100. SBI Clerk mains exam carries four papers and carries a total of 200 marks. SBI PO prelims exam carries three papers. The total marks allotted to the prelims exam are 100. SBI PO mains exam carries both objective and descriptive tests. The total marks allotted to the test are 250.

SBI exam pattern is prescribed by the State Bank of India. SBI exam pattern is different for different posts. SBI Clerk exam pattern is such that it comprises prelims exam and mains exam. SBI PO exam pattern is such that it comprises prelims exam, mains exam, psychometric test, interview and group exercises. There is no interview for SBI Clerk posts. 

Candidates are advised to check the details printed in the SBI admit card carefully.  For any error they should report to the examination authority for correction. New admit card is issued to candidates. 

SBI admit card is released separately for different stages of recruitment. SBI Clerk admit card is released for prelims and mains exams. SBI PO admit card is released for prelims exam, mains exam, psychometric test, interview and group exercises. The admit card for all the stages are released online. Candidates need to enter the required credentials inorder to download the admit card.

Candidates need to carry two photographs along with SBI admit card and one photo ID proof. They should reach the exam centre 30 minutes prior to the exam. Electronic items are not allowed inside the exam centre. Candidates must bring ballpoint pen to the exam centre.

Candidates need to carry any one of the following photo-identity proof to the exam centre such aAadhaar Card, PAN Card, Driving License, Voter's Card, Bank Passbook, Identity Card issued by School or College/Gazetted Officer. They are also required to carry the admit card.