SBI PO Notification 2024-25 PDF: Check Changes in Exam Pattern, 600 Vacancies, Apply Online Dates, and Link

The State Bank of India (SBI) released the SBI PO Notification 2024 - 2025 PDF on 26th December 2024 to hire probationary officers (PO) for 600 vacancies. This year, there are changes in the exam patterns for both the preliminary and main exams. Now the SBI PO apply online last date has been extended till 19-1-2025. Candidates between the ages of 21 to 30 years can apply for this job. Visit this page to learn about all the key changes in SBI PO notification pdf..

The SBI PO role offers the highest salaries in the public-sector banking industry. The esteemed reputation and brand equity of SBI are closely associated with that 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. This page offers detailed information about the SBI PO exam pattern, selection methods, eligibility criteria, and other details. Applicants may also consult the FAQs below if they have any inquiries about the SBI PO Notification.

SBI PO Notification 2024 - 2025 PDF

Candidates can download the official notification 2024 - 25 on the official website (https://sbi.co.in/web/careers) or via the link below. The official Notification 2024 - 25 PDF contains information about the vacancies, syllabus, and more.

Download the SBI PO Notification 2024 - 2025 PDF

SBI PO Apply Online 2024 - 2025 Link

Important Dates For SBI PO Exam 2024 - 2025

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

SBI PO Previous Year Paper

Number of SBI PO Vacancies 2024 - 25

The SBI PO vacancies are released in the official notification PDF. Click the link given below to get complete details of the vacancies.

SBI PO 2024 - 25 total vacancies - 600

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SBI PO Apply Online 2024 - 25 Link

The State Bank of India welcomes applications from eligible individuals to recruit 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

Submit the application form using the online link below. Also, refer to the application steps in the SBI PO notification 2024 - 25 PDF.

SBI PO Apply Online 2024 - 25 Link

SBI PO Application Fee 2024 - 25

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.

SBI PO Eligibility Criteria 2024 - 25

Before proceeding with the application form, candidates must meet the eligibility qualifications detailed in the SBI PO notification 2024 - 25. 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.

SBI PO Educational Qualification 2024 - 25

As per the notification PDF, check the qualification details (as of 30-4-2025) for the Probationary Officer posts.

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

• Those 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 on or before 30.04.2025.

• As per the notification, candidates with an Integrated Dual Degree (IDD) certificate should check the date of passing the IDD on or before 30.04.2025.

• Candidates possessing qualifications such as Medical, Engineering, Chartered Accountant, and Cost Accountant would also be eligible.

SBI PO Age Limit

As per the SBI PO notification 2024 - 2025, check here the age limit (as of 1-4-2024) for the Probationary Officer posts.

• The candidate’s age must be not below 21 years and not above 30 years.(as of 1-4-2024)

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

SBI PO Selection Process

The selection methods for SBI PO Recruitment 2024 - 2025 will be conducted in three phases namely,

1. Prelims (Phase I)

2. Mains (Phase II)

3. Phase III comprises the 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 test findings 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 Phases II and III.

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

Exam Pattern

Candidates can refer to the complete details of the prelims and main exam patterns in the SBI PO notification 2024 - 2025 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.

•  For each question for which the candidate has given a wrong answer, 1/4th of the marks assigned to that question will be deducted as a penalty.

• There will be no sectional cut-off in the preliminary examination.

Mains Exam Pattern (Phase II)

SBI PO mains consists of 4 sections with Descriptive Paper.

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.

NOTE - Sectional cutoff is applicable for the mains exam.

Click this to Check the SBI PO Topic-wise Weightage

Syllabus

Understanding the SBI PO syllabus and exam format is essential for developing an effective study plan.

• The SBI PO prelims and main exam syllabus remain 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

SBI PO Salary

The starting basic pay for the SBI Probationary Officer post is Rs.48480/- (plus 4 advance increments) on a scale of Rs. 48480-2000/7-62480-2340/2-67160-2680/7-85920.

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

• The approximate CTC at the initial scale of at Mumbai Centre is 18.67 Lacs.

• Click the link to learn the complete salary details.

SBI PO Salary Details

SBI PO Salary After 5 Years

SBI PO Cut-Off 

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

• The candidates must clear the cut-off of every round to qualify for the next exam stage.

• 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. But sectional cutoff is applicable for mains exam.

SBI PO Cut-Off

SBI PO Exam Centres

FAQs

Q: Is the SBI PO Notification 2024 - 2025 PDF out?

The SBI PO 2024 - 2025 Notification is out on 26-12-2024.

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 - 25 PDF?

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