SBI PO Recruitment 2024: State Bank of India invites online applications from eligible Indian citizens for appointment as Probationary Officers. The selected candidates may be posted anywhere in India. Candidates are requested to apply online through the link given on Bank’s official website https://bank.sbi/web/careers/current-openings.
The prospective candidates, who intend to apply for the Post are advised to apply only after carefully reading and understanding the undernoted contents of this notification.
Important Dates for SBI PO Recruitment 2024
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | 27-12-2024 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 16-01-2025 |
| Last Date to Pay Exam Fee | 16-01-2025 |
| Admit Card Release | Available Soon |
| Preliminary Exam Date | 18 & 15 March 2025 |
| Mains Exam Date | April / May 2025 |
Application Fee
- General / OBC / EWS: Rs. 750/-
- SC / ST / PH: Rs. 0/-
- Pay the fee through online debit card, credit card, net banking, or offline E Challan mode.
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Essential Academic Qualifications (as on 30.04.2025):
Graduation in any discipline from a recognized University or any equivalent qualification recognized as such by the Central Government. Those who are in the Final Year/ Semester of their Graduation may also apply provisionally subject to the condition that, if called for interview, they will have to produce proof of having passed the graduation examination on or before 30.04.2025.
Candidates having Integrated Dual Degree (IDD) certificate should ensure that the date of passing the IDD is on or before 30.04.2025. Candidates possessing qualifications such as Medical, Engineering, Chartered Accountant, Cost Accountant etc. would also be eligible.
Note:
i. The date of passing eligibility examination will be the date appearing on the mark sheet or provisional certificate issued by the University/ Institute. In case the result of a particular examination is posted on the website of the University/ Institute, a certificate issued by the appropriate authority of the University/ Institute indicating the date on which the result was posted on the website will be taken as the date of passing.
ii. Candidate should indicate the percentage obtained in Graduation calculated to the nearest two decimals in the online application. Where CGPA/ OGPA is awarded, the same should be converted into percentage and indicated in the online application. If called for interview, the candidate will
have to produce a certificate issued by the appropriate authority inter alia stating the norms of the University regarding conversion of grade into percentage and the percentage of marks scored by the candidate in terms of these norms.
iii. Calculation of Percentage: The percentage marks shall be arrived at by dividing the total marks obtained by the candidate in all the subjects in all the semester(s)/ year(s) by aggregate maximum marks in all the subjects irrespective of Honours/ optional/ additional optional subject, if any. This
will be applicable for those Universities also where Class/ Grade is decided on basis of Honours marks only. The fraction of percentage so arrived will be ignored i.e. 59.99% will be treated as less than 60% and 54.99% will be treated as less than 55%.
Vacancy Details
- Total Posts: 600
Post and Category-wise Vacancy
| Post | Category | Total | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|---|
| Probationary Officer (Regular) | General | 240 | Bachelor’s Degree in any stream from a recognized university. Age: 21-30 years (as of 01.04.2024), age relaxation as per rules. |
| OBC | 158 | ||
| EWS | 58 | ||
| SC | 87 | ||
| ST | 43 | ||
| Probationary Officer (Backlog) | General | 0 | Bachelor’s Degree in any stream from a recognized university. Age: 21-30 years (as of 01.04.2024), age relaxation as per rules. |
| OBC | 0 | ||
| EWS | 0 | ||
| SC | 14 | ||
| ST | 0 |
Selection process for SBI Probationary Officers
The selection process for SBI Probationary Officers (PO) 2024 involves a detailed three-phase assessment: Preliminary Examination, Main Examination, and Phase-III (Psychometric Test, Group Exercise, and Interview). Below is a comprehensive breakdown of each phase.
Phase-I: Preliminary Examination
This is an objective test conducted online, designed to shortlist candidates for the Main Examination.
Exam Pattern
| Name of Test | No. of Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| English Language | 30 | 30 | 20 minutes |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 35 | 35 | 20 minutes |
| Reasoning Ability | 35 | 35 | 20 minutes |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 1 hour |
- Selection Criteria: A merit list will be prepared based on aggregate marks. Candidates 10 times the number of vacancies (approx.) will be shortlisted for the Main Examination.
- No Sectional Cut-off: There will be no separate cut-off for individual sections.
Phase-II: Main Examination
The Main Examination consists of two parts: an Objective Test and a Descriptive Test, conducted consecutively online.
Objective Test
| Name of Test | No. of Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reasoning & Computer Aptitude | 40 | 60 | 50 minutes |
| Data Analysis & Interpretation | 30 | 60 | 45 minutes |
| General Awareness/Economy/Banking | 60 | 60 | 45 minutes |
| English Language | 40 | 20 | 40 minutes |
| Total | 170 | 200 | 3 hours |
Descriptive Test
- Marks: 50
- Duration: 30 minutes
- Content: Candidates must write an essay, letter, or précis on topics provided.
Selection Criteria
- Sectional Cut-off: Candidates must score minimum qualifying marks in each section of the Objective Test and the Descriptive Test.
- Shortlisting: Candidates up to 3 times the number of vacancies (approx.) will be shortlisted for Phase-III based on merit.
Phase-III: Psychometric Test, Group Exercise, and Personal Interview
This phase evaluates the overall personality, communication, and decision-making skills of candidates.
Components
- Psychometric Test
- A personality profiling test.
- Results may be used during the interview for a comprehensive evaluation.
- Group Exercise
- Maximum Marks: 20
- Personal Interview
- Maximum Marks: 30
Total Marks: 50
Final Selection
The final merit list is prepared based on the combined normalized scores of Phase-II (Main Examination) and Phase-III (Group Exercise and Interview).
Normalization of Marks
| Test | Maximum Marks | Normalized Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Main Examination (Objective + Descriptive) | 250 | 75 |
| Group Exercise & Interview | 50 | 25 |
| Total | 300 | 100 |
- Preliminary Exam Marks: Not considered in the final merit list.
- Selection is made from the top-ranked candidates in each category.
Penalty for Wrong Answers
- For every wrong answer in Objective Tests (Preliminary and Main), 1/4th of the marks assigned to the question will be deducted.
- No penalty for unanswered questions.
This rigorous selection process ensures that only the most capable candidates are chosen for the role of Probationary Officer, equipping them for a successful banking career.
Important Link
| Apply Online | Click Here | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Official Website | Click Here | |||
| Download Notification | Click Here | |||
FAQ
What is the selection process for SBI PO 2024?
The selection process includes three phases: Preliminary Exam, Main Exam, and Phase-III (Psychometric Test, Group Exercise, and Interview).
Is there a penalty for wrong answers in the SBI PO Exam?
Yes, for every wrong answer in the Objective Tests, 1/4th of the marks assigned to the question will be deducted. There is no penalty for unanswered questions.
What are the minimum qualifying marks in the Main Examination?
Candidates must meet the sectional and overall minimum qualifying marks as determined by the bank to advance to Phase-III.
Are Preliminary Exam marks included in the final merit list?
No, the marks obtained in the Preliminary Exam are not added to the final merit list. Only scores from the Main Exam and Phase-III are considered.
What is the duration of the SBI PO Main Exam Objective Test?
The Objective Test in the Main Exam lasts for 3 hours, divided into four sections with separate timings.
