SBI PO Notification 2024 PDF: Check the Expected Dates, Exam Pattern, Apply Online Link, and Eligibility Criteria

The State Bank of India (SBI) publishes an official notification each year for the SBI PO examination to recruit probationary officers (PO). This year’s SBI PO notification is tentatively expected to be released in November 2024 with the complete information. Some of the key details about the position of probationary officer (PO) are:

• The SBI PO is regarded as the highest-paying job in the public sector banking industry.

• The esteemed reputation and brand equity of SBI are closely associated with this role.

• Moreover, there is a considerable opportunity for career advancement from the PO position to the chairperson role within SBI.

• The final selection is reliant on merit.

The SBI PO Recruitment examination will be conducted annually in three phases namely,

1. Prelims (Phase I)

2. Mains (Phase II)

3. Phase III comprises a Psychometric Test, Group Exercise, & Interview.

This page offers detailed information about the SBI PO exam pattern, eligibility criteria, and more. Candidates can also refer to the FAQs listed below if they have any questions regarding the SBI PO Notification 2024.

SBI PO Previous Year Paper

SBI PO Notification 2024 PDF

Candidates can download the official notification 2024 on the official website (https://sbi.co.in/web/careers), or via the download link given below.

• Candidates can find information about vacancies, syllabus, and more in the official Notification 2024 PDF.

• For additional details, they can access last year's SBI PO Notification PDF via the link below.

   

Download SBI PO Notification 2024 PDF (Link Inactive)

Click to Download SBI PO Notification 2023 PDF (Last Year Notification)

Important Dates For SBI PO Exam 2024

The table below lists the important dates for the SBI PO Recruitment exam, including examination schedules, online application start and end dates, etc.

Number of SBI PO Vacancies 2024

Like the SBI PO exam dates, the vacancies of SBI PO 2024 will be released in the SBI PO notification 2024 PDF. Click the link given below to get complete details of the vacancies.

Click this to Know the SBI PO Vacancy Details

Apply Online Link for the SBI PO Exam

The State Bank of India welcomes applications from eligible individuals for the recruitment of Probationary Officers (PO). The first and foremost step to apply for the exam is to fill out the Form. There are two steps involved in this process i.e.,

1. Online Registration

2. Application

Use the online link given below to submit the application form. Also, refer to the application steps given in the SBI PO notification 2024 PDF.

SBI PO Apply Online 2024 Link (Inactive)

Application Fee for the SBI PO Exam

The application fee for the SBI PO examination may be submitted through online methods, including;

• Credit cards

• Debit cards

• Net banking, or other available transaction options.

The details regarding the category-wise application fee for the SBI PO exam are provided below.

Selection Methods For SBI PO

Candidates will have to qualify separately for each phase of this SBI PO recruitment.

1. Phase 1 - Prelims

2. Phase 2 - Mains

3. Phase 3 - Psychometric Test, Group Exercise (20 marks), & Interview (30 marks).

• The Bank may conduct a Psychometric test for personality profiling, of those candidates who will be shortlisted for Phase-III.

• The findings of the test may be placed before the Interview panel to have a thorough perspective on the candidates.

• Marks secured by the candidates in Phase II (out of 250 marks) are converted to out of 75 marks and Phase-III scores of candidates (out of 50 marks) are converted to out of 25 marks.

• The final merit list arrived after aggregating (out of 100) converted marks of Phase II and Phase III.

• Selection will be made from the top merit-ranked candidates in each category.

Eligibility Criteria for the SBI PO Exam

Before proceeding with the application form, candidates must ensure that they meet the eligibility qualifications detailed in the SBI PO notification. The eligibility criteria are listed below.

Nationality

Applicants should be Indian Citizens to become eligible for the Probationary Officers (POs) in the State Bank of India. The selected candidates may be posted anywhere in India.

Educational Qualification

As per the notification PDF, check the qualification details for the Probationary Officer posts.

• Candidates must possess a Graduation degree in any discipline from a recognized University or any equivalent qualification.

• Those who are in the Final Year/ Semester of their Graduation may also apply provisionally subject to the condition that, if called for an interview, they will have to produce proof of having passed the graduation examination.

• As per the notification, candidates with an Integrated Dual Degree (IDD) certificate should check the date of passing the IDD. Candidates possessing qualifications such as Medical, Engineering, Chartered Accountant, and Cost Accountant would also be eligible.

Age Limit

As per the SBI PO notification 2024, check here the age limit for the Probationary Officer posts.

• The candidate’s age must be not below 21 years and not above 30 years.

• Candidates can check the category-wise age relaxation details in the table below.

Exam Pattern For the SBI PO Exam

Candidates can refer to the complete details of the prelims and main exam patterns in the SBI PO notification to prepare well for the exam. The exam pattern is as follows.

Here is the SBI PO Book PDF

Preliminary Exam Pattern (Phase I)

The SBI PO prelims exam consists of three sections. The sectional cut-off for the prelims has been removed, and only the overall marks from all sections will be considered for the next round of selection.

• There will be a deduction of 0.25 marks for every wrong answer in the prelim exam.

• It is mandatory to clear prelims before writing the main exam.

• Check the prelims exam pattern given below.

Mains Exam Pattern (Phase II)

SBI PO mains consists of 4 sections with Descriptive Paper.

1. Reasoning and Computer Aptitude

2. English Language

3. Data Analysis and Interpretation

4. General/Economy/Banking Awareness

There will be a deduction of 1/4th of the marks assigned to the question for every wrong answer in the main exam. It is compulsory to clear the main exam to enter into phase III. Check the main exam pattern tabulated below.

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SBI PO Exam Syllabus

A complete understanding of the SBI PO syllabus and exam format is essential for developing an effective study plan.

• The syllabus for the SBI PO prelims and main exam remains largely unchanged, with only minor changes.

• Candidates can familiarize themselves with the topics across all sections that are necessary for their preparation.

• SBI provides only the broad subjects, which can be further categorized into specific topics, based on the questions that have appeared in examinations over the last few years.

• Click the link below to learn the complete syllabus and the exam pattern.

SBI PO Syllabus & Exam Pattern

Maximum Number of Permissible Chances

Candidates who have already appeared for the maximum number of permissible chances are not eligible to apply.

• The number of chances will be counted from the examination held on 18.04.2010.

• Appearing in the Preliminary Examination will not be counted as a chance.

• Appearing in the Main Examination will be counted as a chance.

• In the years in which only one written examination has been held (i.e. no Preliminary Examination has been held), appearing in this examination will be counted as a chance.

SBI PO Eligibility Checker

Pay Scale and the Salary

The starting basic pay for the SBI Probationary Officer post is 41,960/- (with 4 advance increments) on a scale of 36000-1490/7-46430-1740/2-49910-1990/7-63840.

• The candidates will also be eligible for allowances and perks along with an attractive salary package.

• The annual compensation, calculated on a Cost to Company (CTC) basis, will range from a minimum of 8.20 lacs to a maximum of 13.08 lacs, depending upon the location of the posting and various other factors.

• Click the link to learn the complete salary details.

SBI PO Salary Details

SBI PO Salary After 5 Years

Cut-Off and Results

The cut-off and results of SBI PO exams are released on the official website.

• The board releases cut-off marks and results after the completion of every round of the exam.

• The candidates are required to clear the cut-off of every round to be qualified for the next stage of the exam.

• After the candidates clear the Cut-off of all three rounds then they will be considered eligible for appointment to the Post.

• The results of the SBI PO Prelims determine the candidate's qualification for the SBI PO Mains examination.

• The final merit list of selected candidates is compiled based on the combined scores from the main exam and the interview process.

Note: There is no sectional cut-off for prelims and mains exams.

Click the link below to learn the cut-off marks and the exam centres.

SBI PO Cut-Off

SBI PO Exam Centres

FAQs

Q: When will the official SBI PO Notification 2024 be published?

The SBI PO notification 2024 is yet to be released tentatively in November 2024.

Q: What are the stages of recruiting the SBI PO?

The selection stages involve 3 stages: Prelims, Mains, & Phase 3. Phase 3 comprises a Psychometric Test, Group Exercise, & Interview.

Q: Where can you download the SBI PO notification 2024 PDF?

Candidates can download the official notification PDF on the official website(https://sbi.co.in/web/careers) as soon after release, or via the download link on our page.