There are two different exam pattern for SBI PO Prelims & mains Examination. The State Bank Of India PO Prelims & Mains Latest test Pattern details is given here.
Phase I: Preliminary Examination consisting of Objective Tests for 100 marks will be conducted online. This test would be of 1 hour duration consisting of 3 Sections as follows.
| Prelims Exam pattern | |||
| Subject | No. of Qs | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| English Language | 30 | 30 | 1 hour |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 35 | 35 | |
| Reasoning Ability | 35 | 35 | |
| Total | 100 | 100 | |
| Mains Exam Pattern | |||
| Subject | No. of Qs | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reasoning | 50 | 50 | 2 hours |
| English Language | 40 | 40 | |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 50 | 50 | |
| General Awareness (with special reference to Banking Industry) | 40 | 40 | |
| Computer Knowledge | 20 | 20 | |
| Total | 200 | 200 | |
| Descriptive Test | 3 | 50 | 1 hours |
Quantitative Aptitude: The questions might be based on following topics :
General Awareness This section may consist of questions on basic Knowledge of the following topics :
General Awareness section of Banking exams consists of almost 90% questions from current events Hence the candidates are advised to make a proper study of National Newspapers Magazines and prepare News Capsules In addition to it the candidates must read magazines namely Pratiyogita Kiran, Renu General Knowledge & World Vision , Pappu Current News & Current Questions to make this section enriched.
General English The questions in this section may be asked from the following topics :
Marketing/ Computer : An aspirant should study the following topics :