SBI PO Notification 2024, All You Need to Know
SBI PO 2024
SBI PO Notification 2024 - The notification for SBI PO 2024 will be released on the official SBI website sbi.co.in. The State Bank of India offers vacancies for PO positions every year to meet the manpower needs of its various branches. A total of 2000 vacancies were released last year. The registration for the same will start with the release of the notification. Candidates can check the blog for more details.
SBI PO Notification 2024 PDF Link
SBI will release the SBI PO Notification 2024 PDF on the official website of SBI. The number of SBI PO vacancies will also be announced. With the release of the notification, candidates will be able to access the details of the examination. The notification will help candidates in having a better knowledge of the vacancies, registration date, and other details. Candidates can download the SBI PO Notification 2024 PDF here.
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SBI PO Notification 2024 - Apply Online Link
Candidates can apply online for the SBI Probationary Officer 2024 recruitment. Candidates can do registration only in online mode as offline applications are not accepted by the SBI. Aspirants must be fully aware of the online application procedure so they don't make any mistakes while applying online. We have mentioned below the detailed procedure to apply online for the SBI PO 2024.
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SBI PO Notification 2024
The term SBI stands for State Bank of India, and it has several job openings throughout the year. PO stands for Probationary Officer, which is one of the most sought-after positions among graduates. Prelims, Mains, and GD/Interview are the three stages of the SBI PO Recruitment Exam. To be selected as a PO in SBI branches, candidates must pass all three phases. In this article, we will brief you on each detail of the SBI PO Examination 2024.
SBI PO Notification 2024 - Overview
Candidates who are willing to appear for the SBI PO examination must be aware of the overview details of the examination. We have mentioned below the overview details of the examination.
| Particulars | Details |
| Name of Exam | SBI PO 2023 |
| Exam Conducting Body | State Bank of India |
| Exam Category | Bank Exam |
| Exam Level | National |
| Exam Mode | Online |
| Vacancies | TBA |
| Language of Exam | English and Hindi |
| Periodicity | Once a Year |
| Selection Process | 3 (Prelims, Mains, and Interview) |
| Official Website | www.sbi.co.in/careers |
| Exam Helpdesk No. | 022-22820427 |
| Join Group | Telegram Group |
SBI PO Notification 2024 - Important Dates
In this table, we will provide you with all the details regarding the important dates of the SBI PO examination. The SBI PO Notification 2024 has been released and the dates provided for various important events in the recruitment are as follows.
| Activity | Tentative Dates |
| On-line registration including Editing/ Modification of Application by candidates | TBA |
| Payment of Application Fee | TBA |
| Pre-Examination Training for SC/ ST/ OBC/Religious Minority Community candidates | |
| Download of call letters for Pre-Examination Training | TBA |
| Conduct of Pre- Examination Training | TBA |
| Download of Preliminary Examination Call Letters | TBA |
| Phase-I: Online Preliminary Examination | TBA |
| Declaration of Result of Preliminary Examination | TBA |
| Download of Main Examination Call letter | TBA |
| Phase-II: Online Main Examination | TBA |
| Declaration of Result of Main Examination | TBA |
| Download of Phase-III Call Letter | TBA |
| Phase-III: Psychometric Test | TBA |
| Interview & Group Exercises | TBA |
| Declaration of Final Result | TBA |
SBI PO Notification 2024 - Vacancies
The number of SBI PO vacancies 2024 is yet to be announced. Candidates can find a breakdown of the previous year's vacancies here:
| Category | SC | ST | OBC* | EWS^ | GEN | Total | VI# | HI# | LD# | d & e# @ |
| Current Vacancy | 300 | 150 | 540 | 200 | 810 | 2000 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 |
| Backlog Vacancy | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 16 | -- | 16 |
| Total Vacancy | 300 | 150 | 540 | 200 | 810 | 2000 | 20 | 36 | 20 | 36 |
Abbreviations for reference: SC- Scheduled Castes, ST- Scheduled Tribes, OBC- Other Backward Classes, EWS- Economically Weaker Section, GEN- General Category, PwBD-Person with Benchmark Disability, VI- Visually Impaired, HI- Hearing Impaired, LD- Locomotor Disability.
How to Apply Online for SBI PO Notification 2024?
The following is a step-by-step guide to filling out the SBI PO application form without difficulty:
- Click on the official link, https://bank.sbi/careers or https://www.sbi.co.in/careers
- Click the ‘Current Openings' link at the bottom of the page.
- Now, select Probationary Officers from the drop-down menu.
- Then, click on the link to apply online.
- Go to the ‘Click here for New Registration' section now.
- Select "Submit" from the drop-down menu.
- On the screen, you'll see a Registration Number and a Password.
- Upload a scanned signature and a photo of yourself.
- Fill in your personal information as it appears on your educational certificate.
- Pay the application fee now with a debit card, credit card, or internet banking account.
- Finally, double-check the information and save a copy of the SBI PO form.
- Download it for future reference.
SBI PO Notification 2024 - Application Fees
Candidates who are willing to appear in the examination must be aware of the application fees of the SBI PO. To submit the application form, candidates need to make a payment of a particular amount. We have mentioned below the category-wise application fees for all the candidates.
| Categories | Application Fees |
| SC/ST/PWD | Rs.0 |
| GEN/OBC/UR | Rs. 750 |
SBI PO Notification 2024 - Eligibility Criteria
SBI has a particular set of eligibility criteria that needs to be fulfilled by the candidates in order to be eligible to apply online for the SBI PO examination. We have mentioned below the detailed eligibility criteria to give a better idea to the candidates.:
SBI PO Nationality
The following is the eligibility criteria when it comes to nationality for SBI PO:
- Candidates must be citizens of India.
- A Subject of Nepal or Bhutan.
- As per Indian government regulations.
SBI PO Age Limit
Not below 21 years and not above 30 years as on 01.04.2024 i.e. candidates must have been born not later than 01.04.2002 and not earlier than 02.04.1993 (both days inclusive). Aside from that, according to government regulations, there is an age relaxation for some categories of candidates:
- For SC/ST/EX-SM, there is a 5-year age relaxation.
- Persons with Benchmark Disabilities have been given a 4% horizontal reserve.
- 3 years for OBC and Relaxation defense the 10 years for PWDs.
| Serial No. | Category | Relaxation |
| 1 | SC / ST | 5 years |
| 2 | OBC | 3 years |
| 3 | A person with disabilities (General/EWS) | 10 years |
| 4 | A person with disabilities(SC /ST) | 15 years |
| 5 | A person with disabilities(OBC) | 13 years |
| 7 | Ex-Servicemen/Disabled Ex-Servicemen | Service period in defence services 3 years (8 years in the case of Disabled Ex-servicemen belonging to SC/ST) subject to a max. age of 50 years |
| 8 | Widows, Divorced women( No remarried) | 7 years (subject to maximum age limit of 35 years for General/ EWS, 38 years for OBC & 40 years for SC/ST candidates) |
SBI PO Educational Qualification
- A candidate must be a graduate of a recognized university in any discipline or have an equivalent qualification recognized by the Central Government.
- Candidates in their last year/semester are also eligible to apply, but only if they can show proof of graduation on the day of the interview.
SBI PO Number of Attempts
There are a specific number of attempts that candidates are allowed for SBI PO. The following table details the number of attempts according to the category.
| Category | Max. Permissible Number of Chances |
| General / EWS | 4 |
| General (PwBD) / EWS (PwBD) | 7 |
| OBC | 7 |
| OBC (PwBD) | 7 |
| SC/ SC (PwBD)/ ST/ ST (PwBD) | No Restriction |
SBI PO Notification 2024 - Selection Process
The SBI PO Selection Procedure involves three phases: Prelims, Main, and Interview. Each round is equally significant, and thus qualifying in each round is necessary to advance to the next round till final selection.
SBI PO Notification 2024 - Exam Pattern
Exam Pattern is very crucial for the candidates to create their preparation strategy for the upcoming examination of SBI PO. We have provided below the exam pattern and syllabus details as per the notification.
SBI PO Prelims Exam Pattern
The following is the exam pattern for SBI PO Prelims 2024:
| Section | No. of Questions | Maximum Marks | Duration |
| English Language | 30 | 30 | 20 Minutes |
| Reasoning Ability | 35 | 35 | 20 Minutes |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 35 | 35 | 20 Minutes |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 60 Minutes |
- Category-wise merit list will be drawn on the basis of the aggregate marks scored in the Preliminary Examination.
- There will be no sectional cut-off.
- Candidates numbering 10 times (approx.) the number of vacancies in each category will be shortlisted for Main Examination.
SBI PO 2024 Mains Exam Pattern
The following are the details of the SBI PO mains exam pattern.
- The main Examination will be conducted online and will consist of Objective Tests for 200 marks and Descriptive Tests for 50 marks.
- The Descriptive Test will be administered immediately after the conclusion of the Objective Test and candidates will have to type their Descriptive Test answers on the computer.
| Test | Name of the test | No. of Qs. | Max. Marks | Duration |
| I | Reasoning & Computer Aptitude | 40 | 50 | 50 min |
| II | Data Analysis & Interpretation | 30 | 50 | 45 min |
| III | General/ Economy/ Banking Awareness | 50 | 60 | 45 min |
| IV | English Language | 35 | 40 | 40 min |
| Total | 155 | 200 | 3 hour | |
| Descriptive Paper-English Language (Letter Writing & Essay) | 2 | 50 | 30 min | |
| Grand Total | 250 marks |
Note :
- A negative marking of 1/4th will be applicable in both prelims and mains exams.
- Sectional Marks will not be maintained for both Preliminary & Main Examinations
SBI PO Psychometric Test
The Bank may conduct a Psychometric test for personality profiling, of those candidates who will be shortlisted for Phase III. Here is the exam pattern for the SBI PO phase-III exam.
| TEST STRUCTURE | GROUP EXERCISE | INTERVIEW | TOTAL |
| Maximum Marks | 20 | 30 | 50 |
SBI PO Final Selection 2024
- The candidates will have to qualify both in Phase II and Phase IIIseparately.
- The marks obtained in Main Examination (Phase II), both in the Objective Test and the Descriptive Test, will be added to the marks obtained in Phase III for preparing the final merit list.
- The marks obtained in the Preliminary Examination (Phase-I) will not be added to preparing the final merit list for selection.
- The marks obtained by the candidates in Phase II (Main Examination both Objective & Descriptive Tests) and Phase III (Group Exercise & Interview) will be normalized to 100 marks as detailed below.
| Test | Main Exam | Group Exercise | Total |
| Maximum Marks | 250 | 50 | 300 |
| Normalized Marks | 75 | 25 | 100 |
SBI PO Notification 2024 - Syllabus
We have mentioned below the SBI PO Syllabus as per the previous year notification. Although, the syllabus is expected to remain same for this year too. We will update you with the latest syllabus once the notification is released. Under the SBI PO Exam Syllabus, there are minor differences in the topics asked in the Prelims and Mains examinations.
SBI PO Prelims Syllabus 2024
The syllabus for SBI PO Prelims is as follows:
| Topics | SBI PO Prelims Exam Syllabus |
|---|---|
| English Language | Reading and Comprehension, Synonyms and Antonyms, Vocabulary Test, Phrasal Verbs Para jumbles, Error Spotting, Fill in the qualifying words, Idioms and Phrases, Cloze Test, Fill in the blanks, Miscellaneous |
| Quantitative Aptitude | Simplification, Mixtures & Alligations, Profit & Loss, Interest & Surds & Indices, Simple Interest & Compound Interest, Work & Time, Ratio & Proportion, Percentage, Number Systems, Sequence & Series, Permutation, Combination &Probability, Time & Distance, Mensuration- Cylinder, Cone, Sphere, Data Interpretation |
| Logical Reasoning | Syllogism, Inequality, Coding-Decoding, Series-based Question (Alphanumeric and Numeric), Machine Input-Output, Puzzles and Seating Arrangement, Miscellaneous Questions (Blood Relations, Direction Sense, Order and Ranking, etc.) |
SBI PO Mains Syllabus 2024
The SBI PO Mains consists of the following sections:
- Reasoning
- Data Analysis & interpretation
- English
- General Economy/ Banking Awareness
- Computer Aptitude
| Data Analysis & Interpretation | Reasoning | General/Economy/Banking Awareness | English Language | Computer |
| Tabular Graph | Verbal Reasoning | Current Affairs | Reading Comprehension | Internet |
| Line Graph | Syllogism | Financial Awareness | Grammar | Memory |
| Bar Graph | Circular Seating Arrangement | General Knowledge | Verbal Ability | Keyboard Shortcuts |
| Charts & Tables | Linear Seating Arrangement | Static Awareness | Vocabulary | Computer Abbreviation |
| Missing Case DI | Double Lineup | Banking Terminologies Knowledge | Sentence Improvement | Microsoft Office |
| Radar Graph Caselet | Scheduling | Banking Awareness | Word Association | Computer Hardware |
| Probability | Input Output | Principles of Insurance | Para Jumbles | Computer Software |
| Data Sufficiency | Blood Relations | Error Spotting | Computer Fundamentals /Terminologies | |
| Let it Case DI | Directions and Distances | Cloze Test | Networking | |
| Permutation and Combination | Ordering and Ranking | Fill in the blanks | Number System | |
| Pie Charts | Data Sufficiency | Operating System | ||
| Coding and Decoding | Basic of Logic Gates | |||
| Code Inequalities | ||||
| Course of Action | ||||
| Critical Reasoning | ||||
| Analytical and Decision Making |
SBI PO Notification 2024 - Exam Centre
We have mentioned below the list of exam centres of the SBI PO Mains examination.
| Andaman & Nicobar | Port Blair |
| Andhra Pradesh | Chirala, Chittoor, Eluru, Guntur, Kadapa, Kakinada, Kurnool, Nellore, Ongole, Rajahmundhry, Srikakulam, Tirupati, Vijayawada, Visakhapatnam, Vizianagaram |
| Arunachal Pradesh | Naharlagun |
| Assam | Dibrugarh, Guwahati, Jorhat, Silchar, Tezpur |
| Bihar | Arrah, Aurangabad (Bihar), Bhagalpur, Darbhanga, Gaya, Muzaffarpur, Patna, Purnea |
| Chandigarh | Chandigarh/ Mohali |
| Chhattisgarh | Bhilai, Bilaspur, Raipur |
| Goa | Panaji |
| Gujarat | Ahmedabad/ Gandhinagar, Anand, Himmatnagar, Jamnagar, Mehsana, Rajkot, Surat, Vadodara |
| Haryana | Ambala, Faridabad, Gurugram, Hissar, Karnal, Kurukshetra, Yamunanagar |
| Himachal Pradesh | Bilaspur, Hamirpur, Kangra, Kullu, Mandi, Shimla, Solan, Una |
| Jammu & Kashmir | Jammu, Samba, Srinagar |
| Jharkhand | Bokaro, Dhanbad, Hazaribag, Jamshedpur, Ranchi |
| Karnataka | Belgaum, Bengaluru, Bidar, Davangere, Dharwad, Gulbarga, Hassan, Hubli, Mandya, Mangalore, Mysore, Shimoga, Udupi |
| Kerala | Alappuzha, Kannur, Kochi, Kollam, Kottayam, Kozhikode, Malappuram, Palakkad, Thrichur, Thiruvananthapuram |
| Ladakh | Leh |
| Lakshadweep | Kavaratti |
| Madhya Pradesh | Bhopal, Gwalior, Indore, Jabalpur, Satna, Sagar, Ujjain |
| Maharashtra | Amaravati, Aurangabad, Chandrapur, Dhule, Jalgaon, Kolhapur, Latur, Mumbai/ Thane/ Navi Mumbai, Nagpur, Nanded, Nasik, Pune, Ratnagiri, Solapur |
| Manipur | Imphal |
| Meghalaya | Shillong |
| Mizoram | Aizawl |
| Nagaland | Kohima |
| Delhi -NCR | Delhi & New Delhi |
| Odisha | Balasore, Berhampur (Ganjam), Bhubaneswar, Cuttack, Dhenkanal, Rourkela, Sambalpur |
SBI PO Notification 2024 - Admit Card
The admit card for the SBI PO examination will be issued by the recruitment board on its official website. Candidates can download the admit card from the direct link mentioned below once the admit card is released. Admit card will be only released after the completion of the registration procedure. Following is the procedure to download the admit card.
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How to Download SBI PO Admit Card 2024?
- Click on the link mentioned above or visit the official website of SBI.
- Fill in your login credentials and get access.
- Click on the ‘SBI PO 2024 Recruitment' link.
- Click on ‘Submit'
- You will soon see the SBI PO Mains 2024 admit card on the screen.
- Check the details on the admit card and download a soft copy
- Take a printout for future reference
Know more – SBI PO Admit Card
SBI PO Notification 2024 - Salary
Presently, the starting basic pay is 41,960/- (with 4 advance increments) in the scale of 36000-1490/7-46430-1740/2-49910-1990/7-63840 applicable to Junior Management Grade Scale-I. The official will also be eligible for D.A., H.R.A./ Lease rental, C.C.A., Medical, and other allowances & perquisites as per rules in force from time to time. The following component is included in the allowances:
- Dearness Allowance (DA)
- CCA
- HRA
- Furniture Allowance
- Medical Insurance
- Travelling Allowance Questions
SBI PO Notification 2024 - Result
The results for the SBI PO Result 2024 exam will be released individually for all the stages. The final result will be announced on the official website of the SBI. A candidate will qualify only after he/she clears the written exam and the interview round. Aspirants can check their results by entering their registration number and password.
Know more: SBI PO Result
SBI PO Notification 2024 - Cut off
The SBI PO cut-off marks are declared by the State Bank of India selection board after the completion of each phase of the examination. However, the cut-off marks are not based on sectional results, but on the overall results, which include the written examination and the interview round. The cut-off marks vary for candidates in different categories.
Know more: SBI PO Cut Off
SBI PO Notification 2024 - Conclusion
To prepare for the SBI PO exam, look at the previous year's question papers. Candidates must ensure that they have a good knowledge of basic maths, data analysis, and the general economy of India. Start preparing in advance and clarify any doubts you have beforehand. Time yourself when you attempt the mock tests to be better prepared for the actual exams.
Also Read:
| SBI PO Syllabus | SBI PO Admit Card | SBI PO Cut Off | SBI PO Exam Date |
| SBI PO Salary | SBI PO Eligibility | SBI PO Application Form | SBI PO Result |
SBI PO Notification 2024 - Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. When will the SBI PO Notification 2024 be released?
A1. The SBI PO Notification 2024 will be released on the official website of SBI.
Q2. From where Can I apply online for the SBI PO 2024?
A2. Candidates can apply online from the official site of SBI once the registration procedure starts.
Q3. How many attempts are there in the SBI PO exam?
A3. The general candidate can apply only 4 times, while an OBC can apply 7 times. SC/ST does not have any restrictions.
Q4. What is the application fee for the SBI PO exam 2024?
A4. The application fee for SC/ST/PWD category students is NIL, whereas the application fee for general and other category students is Rs. 750.
Q5. Is there a cut-off for each area in the SBI PO Prelims?
A5. In the SBI PO preliminary examination, there is no sectional cut-off.
Q6. What is the age limit for the SBI PO exam?
A6. The age limit for SBI PO Exam is 21 years to 30 years.
Q7. What is the full form of the SBI PO exam?
A7. SBI PO stands for State Bank of India Probationary Officer.
Q8. How many vacancies will be released in SBI PO 2024?
A8. SBI PO 2024 will have 2000 vacancies.
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FAQs
SBI PO is an acronym for State Bank of India Probationary Officer. SBI PO test is held once a year for the recruitment of Probationary Officers by the State Bank of India. This is the most renowned exam in the banking area.
The SBI PO Exam is held once a year.
Yes, SBI PO is a government bank job.
Presently, the starting basic pay is 41,960/- (with 4 advance increments) in the scale of 36000-1490/7-46430-1740/2-49910-1990/7-63840 applicable to Junior Management Grade Scale-I. The official will also be eligible for D.A, H.R.A/ Lease rental, C.C.A, Medical and other allowances & perquisites as per rules in force from time to time.
The age limit for SBI PO Exam is 21 years to 30 years.
Yes, candidates in their last year are eligible to apply. If they are summoned for an interview, they must provide proof of their date of passing out.
In the SBI PO preliminary examination, there is no sectional cut-off.
The application fee for SC/ST/PWD category students is NIL, whereas the application fee for general and other category students is Rs. 750.
The general candidate can apply only 4 times, while an OBC can apply 7 times. Moreover, SC/ST does not have any restrictions.
Candidates can apply online from the official site of SBI once the registration procedure starts.
SBI PO Notification 2024 is expected to be released in the month of August.
Candidates can know the vacancies for SBI PO 2024 after the release of notification.
30 years is the upper age limit for the SBI PO 2024. Reserved categories candidates are provided with the age relaxation in years as per government advisory.
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