SBI PO Exam Pattern 2025 has been officially released by the State Bank of India (SBI) for the recruitment of 541 Probationary Officers. If you're planning to crack the SBI Bank PO 2025 exam, it's crucial to understand the exam structure, including the Prelims, Mains, and Descriptive Test pattern.
Whether you are a fresher, an engineering graduate, or a polytechnic diploma holder, this detailed guide helps you plan better for one of the most sought-after government bank jobs in India.
Feature | Details |
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Post Name | Probationary Officer (PO) |
Vacancies | 541 |
Selection Stages | Prelims, Mains, Descriptive Test, Interview |
Exam Mode | Online (CBT) |
Negative Marking | Yes, 0.25 marks for each wrong answer |
Official Website | sbi.co.in |
The Preliminary Exam is the first stage of the SBI PO recruitment process. It is objective-type and serves as a screening test.
Section | No. of Questions | Marks | Time |
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English Language | 30 | 30 | 20 minutes |
Quantitative Aptitude | 35 | 35 | 20 minutes |
Reasoning Ability | 35 | 35 | 20 minutes |
Total | 100 | 100 | 1 hour |
β Each section is timed separately, and there's no sectional cut-off.
Candidates who clear Prelims will appear for the Mains Exam, which includes both objective and descriptive sections.
Section | No. of Questions | Maximum Marks | Duration |
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Reasoning & Computer Aptitude | 40 | 60 | 50 minutes |
Data Analysis & Interpretation | 30 | 60 | 45 minutes |
General / Economy / Banking Awareness | 50 | 60 | 45 minutes |
English Language | 35 | 40 | 40 minutes |
Total (Objective) | 155 | 200 | 3 hours |
Topics: Letter Writing & Essay Writing
No. of Questions: 2
Total Marks: 50
Duration: 30 minutes
π This section tests written communication—essential for a bank officer role.
Helps in building a section-wise preparation strategy
Assists in time management during actual exam
Enables better understanding of scoring areas
Ideal for candidates preparing from engineering, B.Com, BA, BSc, MBA, diploma, and other backgrounds
Starting Basic Pay: βΉ48,480 (plus increments)
CTC: Approx. βΉ20.43 LPA (Mumbai Center)
Includes DA, HRA, CCA, PF, Pension, Medical & Lease benefits
Event | Date |
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Application Start Date | 24 June 2025 |
Last Date to Apply | 14 July 2025 |
Prelims Exam | July–August 2025 |
Mains Exam | September 2025 |
Interview | October–November 2025 |
Final Result | November–December 2025 |
Age Limit: 21–30 years (as on 01 April 2025)
Educational Qualification: Graduation in any discipline from a recognized university
Final year students can apply provisionally
Sectional Timing in both Prelims and Mains
Descriptive English Test is a deciding factor
0.25 Negative Marking in objective sections
Emphasis on current affairs, reasoning, and quantitative skills
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The SBI PO Exam Pattern 2025 reflects a comprehensive approach to hiring future banking leaders. Understanding the updated pattern will help candidates build a smart strategy and increase their chances of clearing the exam.
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