Can I choose Hindi language as the medium in SBI PO Exam?

Yes, SBI PO Exam is bilingual (i.e, Hindi & English). You can choose your preferred language either Hindi or English, except in the English Language section.

Is the SBI PO Exam ONLINE or OFFLINE?

The SBI PO Exam will be in online mode.

Is there a limit to the number of attempts in the SBI PO Exam?

Yes. The applicants are allowed to appear for the SBI PO examination for a fixed number of times depending on the category they belong to.

What is the meaning of the EWS category?

EWS category refers to 'Economically Weaker Sections'. The Central Govt. has introduced this reservation for Economically Weaker Sections among the General category of candidates. This provision provides 10% reservation in higher education and government jobs provided they fulfilled the norms covered under it.

Is the syllabus for Prelims and Mains different in the SBI PO exam?

The syllabus is not different but yes the difficulty level will be high in the Mains exam. Further SBI PO Mains have some additional subjects- Computer Aptitude, General/ Economy/ Banking Awareness and a descriptive test.

Will, I receive any HRA if I get posted outside my home town?

Yes depending on the place of posting, your allowances and perks will differ.

Is the SBI PO Prelims score is included in the final merit list?

No, SBI PO Mains and Interview scores are combined to prepare the final merit list.

What is the Probation Period once I got selected as SBI PO?

You will be on probation of two years once you got selected as SBI PO.

How many vacancies are announced for this year i.e. 2021?

SBI has announced 2056 vacancies for the post of Probationary Officer.

When will the Admit Card for SBI PO Prelims be issued?

You will able to download the Admit card in the 1st/2nd week of November 2021 (as per the Official Notification).

I belong to the EWS category. Will I get a concession in the application fee?

No, as a EWS candidate, you will not get any concession in the application fee, however, 200 seats will be reserved for you. Also, you will be able to get an advantage in the cut off score as well.

Can my details be edited in the SBI PO online application form?

Yes, you can change your details after registration. But, once theSBI PO 2021 application form is finally submitted you cannot change or edit it.

What are the best study materials available for SBI PO?

For SBI PO, you can check the list of books mentioned in the books section above. The list has been prepared by our experts. It will help you to ace the exam with flying colours.

Can I cover the whole syllabus of SBI PO in 2 months?

It depends on how much time you are devoting to the preparation. Your syllabus can be covered accordingly. SBI PO Syllabus can be covered in 2 months provided you have given ample time/ day to the preparation.

What source should I follow for the General Awareness section?

For general awareness, you can refer to our Beepeidia section. BeePedia is a comprehensive document to address the General Awareness (GA) content requirement of students preparing for various competitive exams. General Awareness is a game changer and our BeePedia will help you in scoring maximum marks in this section.

Can I submit the SBI PO application form on the last date?

Yes, you can submit the SBI PO application form on the last date i.e. on October 25,2021. But to avoid any last minute rush, it is advised to apply earlier.

When is the SBI PO 2021 expected to be held?

The tentative dates for SBI PO 2021 exam are not out yet, however the Prelims is expected to be held in November 2021 and Mains in December 2021.

When will the Admit Card for SBI PO Prelims be issued?

You will able to download the Admit card in the 1st/2nd week of November 2021 (as per the Official Notification).

Will the Pre-exam Training be held?

The Pre-exam Training (PET) will be held only if it will be safe enough due to the prevailing Covid situation. In case it is held, it will be in the 2nd week of November as mentioned in the notification.

SBI PO

Highlights 2021

The State Bank of India or SBI is an Indian multinational, public sector banking and financial service company. SBI conducts exams every year to recruit eligible candidates for various posts like Probationary Officer (PO), Junior Associate (Clerical), and Specialist Officer (SO). SBI PO recruitment 2021 has been released by the State Bank of India for 2056 vacancies. SBI PO is considered as one of the best jobs in the banking industry therefore, it is advised to make the best use of this opportunity. The SBI PO Prelims exam is expected to be held in November 20,21 and 27, 2021. SBI has released SBI PO Prelims Admit Card 2021. You can dowload your admit card through your registration number and password. SBI has also released Pre exam training for SC/ST/ Religious minority cadndidates who have opted for such trainig. They can also download their SBI PO Pre-exam trainig call letter through their registration number and password. Let's look at the highlights of the SBI PO exam 2021.

SBI PO Highlights 2021

Conducting Authority	SBI
Official Website	https://www.onlinesbi.com/
Name of the Posts	Probationary Officer (PO)
Mode of application	Online
Stages of Exam	Three Stages- Phase 1- Preliminary Exam Phase 2- Mains Exam Phase 3- Interview OR Interview & Group Discussion (Depending on COVID-19 situation)
Maximum marks & Time duration	Phase 1- 100 marks, 1 hour Phase 2- • Paper 1 (Objective Test)- 200 marks, 3 hours • Paper 2 (English Descriptive Test)- 50 marks, 30 minutes Phase 3- 50 Marks
Opening Date for Submission of Online Applications	October 05, 2021
Closing Date for Submission of Online Application	October 25, 2021
SBI PO Phase I (Preliminary) Admit Card	November 08 to 27, 2021 (CLICK HERE)
SBI PO Phase I (Preliminary) Online Examination	November 20, 21 & 27, 2021
Number of Vacancies	2056 (More Details)
Official Notification PDF	Click Here

Notification 2021

SBI has just released SBI PO official notification 2021 for a total of 2056 vacancies. You can start applying for the same from October 05, 2021. Also, the SBI PO Prelims exam is going to be held in November/ December 2021 (tentatively). The official SBI PO notification 2021 consists of all the details regarding the admit card, SBI PO vacancy, application process, and other details. Also, you need to pay a specified online SBI PO application fee before the last date to avoid the cancellation of your candidature. Also if you belong to a reserved category, you can avail pre-exam training to get aware of the question level.

Exam Pattern 2021

Being among the most awaited jobs, SBI offers great opportunities for career growth and thus the SBI PO exam 2021 cannot be taken lightly. Therefore, it is advisable to be aware of the exam format and exam pattern of SBI PO to avoid any errors later. The SBI PO exam pattern 2021 consist of three phases:

Phase 1 - Prelims Exam.
Phase 2 - Mains Exam.
Phase 3 - Interview / Group Exercise & Interview.

After all the phases of SBI PO are completed, the final list of the selected candidates will be released. Refer to the SBI PO exam pattern page for more insight on the exam pattern, marking scheme, language of exam and other details. Also, attempt online free test series of SBI PO to stay ahead in the race.

Exam Syllabus 2021

The SBI PO exam tests you on the basis of various subjects depending upon the phases, i.e Prelims & Mains. It is advisable to get hold of the complete SBI PO 2021 syllabus of all the subjects, so that you do not miss out on any important part and fall short of anything in your preparation phase.

It's very important that you are aware of the SBI PO exam syllabus for Prelims and Mains. A good book for SBI PO will ease your preparation journey. Further, if you need any sort of guidance, ixamBee online course for SBI PO is the way forward.

Exam Dates 2021

SBI PO official notification 2021 has been released. The SBI PO exam calendar has all the important info regarding exam date, admit card release, registration opening, and closing link. It was the most awaited notification of the year 2021. Interested candidates can apply for the SBI PO exam from October 05, 2021, to October 25, 2021. Further information on important dates on our SBI PO exam dates 2021 page.

Also while filling the online application form, you need to choose the exam centre where the SBI PO online exam will take place. Choose the SBI PO exam centre wisely because you will not be able to change it at a later stage.

Salary 2021

One of the reasons why SBI PO is preferred by most of the students who wish to enter into the banking sector is because it is one of the largest public sector banks in our country. It will be a boost for any candidate’s career to associate with such brand name. The job of an SBI PO (Probationary Officer) is attractive as well as rewarding. The SBI PO salary in hand is around Rs 41,960/- (with four advance increments). SBI PO offers a dynamic job profile along with good career growth. So work harder and practice more to achieve your dream.

Eligibility Criteria 2021

In order to ensure a successful SBI PO application, it is extremely necessary to check the complete SBI PO eligibility criteria. SBI specifies certain eligibility criteria that need to be fulfilled by you if you wish to apply to the SBI PO exam. If you fail to fulfil any eligibility norms or do not lie in the prescribed SBI PO age limit you will be disqualified. More details on SBI PO eligibility can be inferred from our SBI PO exam dedicated inner page.

Previous Year Cut-off

Being well prepared for any examination means being well-informed about it. Collecting all information related to the examination includes not only the syllabus and exam pattern, but knowing the previous year cut-off also prove very helpful and beneficial in the preparation. Below are the SBI PO previous year cut off for previous year.

Final Cut Off 2020-21: Mains & Interview

Given below is the category wise final cut off for the SBI PO exam. The list includes marks obtained by a candidate in the Mains and Interview

Category	Cut Off Marks
Category	Mains (out of 250)	Interview (out of 50)	Final (normalised to 100)
General	88.93	20	51.23
SC	73.83	17.50	44.09
ST	66.86	17.50	41.87
OBC	80.96	17.50	45.09
EWS	84.60	20	45.35
LD	80.45	17.50	45.27
VI	93.08	17.50	51.55
HI	63.10	17.50	28.62
D & E	63.25	17.50	29.43

Cut Off 2020-21: Prelims

The detailed category wise cutoff for SBI PO Prelims is given below.

Category	Cut Off Marks
General	58.5
SC	50
ST	43.75
OBC	56
EWS	56.75

For more details on the previous year cut off refer to our SBI PO Previous year cutoff page. Also, have a look into SBI PO previous year exam analysis to gain an insight into question level difficulty and topic wise weightage.

Online Course 2021

ixamBee provides a detailed SBI PO 2021 Exclusive Online Course which enables the students to cover each and every topic that is given in the SBI PO exam syllabus. It is extremely important to work at your best in order to ensure success in the SBI PO exam 2021. Thus, the SBI PO Online course has been formulated by experienced educators - Ms.Arunima Sinha (Coach for Banking exams for 6 years, Ex-Manager SIDBI, Ex-Bank PO), Mr. Chandraprakash Joshi (ex-RBI GR B, MBA-Finance, PhD) and Mr. Karan Sardana (Coach for Bank, SSC, Insurance, Police MAT, CLAT Exams for 10 years). They have tried to incorporate all necessary information which is precise and all that is required for your preparation.

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100+ videos out of total of 350 videos prepared exclusively for Mains examination
125+ Study notes in PDF format
150 + Difficulty Based Chapter Tests
33 Full-Length Mock Tests (20 for pre, 8 for Mains and 5 for Descriptive English.
8500 + practice questions
Live Classes for doubt clarification with the subject experts.
Guidance for Group Discussion and Interview Rounds.

SBI PO Online Course in detail

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q1:
I am in the final year of my graduation. Am I eligible to apply?

Yes, those who are in the final year of their Graduation / Semester can also apply provisionally, subject to the condition that if called for Document Verification they will have to produce proof of having passed the Graduation examination on or before the date mentioned in the eligibility norms.

Q2:
Is there any sectional cutoff in SBI PO Exam?

No, SBI PO has no sectional cut off. You have to score an overall cut-off decided by the bank in both prelims and mains exam.

Q3:
Is SBI PO a transferable job?

Yes, SBI PO is a transferable job. You will be given a posting in your probation period and may further be transferred to a different area once you are permanent.

Q4:
Will, I need to download a separate admit card for Prelims and Mains in the SBI PO exam?

Yes, SBI will provide a separate admit card for both Prelims and Mains. Also, Your Prelims Call letter will not be collected at the examination venue. However, you have to bring a duly authenticated “Original Preliminary Exam Call Letter (with Authenticated Copy of ID Proof)” at the time of SBI PO Mains exam 2021.

Q5:
I have already appeared in the SBI PO 2021 exam four times. Am I eligible?

If you belong to the General stream and reach till mains every time, you will not be able to attempt the exam this time as you have exhausted your maximum number of attempts. However, if you have appeared only till Prelims, you are eligible. For more information on this please visit our notification section.