SBI PO Syllabus 2026

SBI PO follows a Prelims (English, Quant, Reasoning) and a Mains that adds Data Analysis & Interpretation, Reasoning + Computer Aptitude, and General/Economy/Banking Awareness, plus a descriptive test.

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SBI PO exam pattern

SectionQuestionsDuration
English Language (40 Q)4020 min
Quantitative Aptitude (30 Q)3020 min
Reasoning Ability (30 Q)3020 min
Total10060 min

Marking: 1 mark per correct answer, -0.25 per wrong answer (negative marking). Scale: 0–100.

SBI PO syllabus — topic-wise

Reasoning Ability

Quantitative Aptitude

English Language

Mains-only: GA & Computer

How to cover the SBI PO syllabus

SBI PO is widely considered the toughest of the bank PO exams — its cut-offs are high and its Mains includes a Descriptive (essay + letter) paper and a notoriously calculation-heavy Data Analysis & Interpretation section. Sectional timing in Prelims means you must switch gears fast.

✅ Preparation tips

  • Practise the Descriptive paper (essay + letter) early — many candidates clear the objective stages and stumble here.
  • Master Data Analysis & Interpretation; SBI's DI is harder and more calculation-heavy than other bank exams.
  • Drill Prelims under strict sectional timing — each section has its own clock.

⚠️ Common mistakes

  • Treating SBI PO like an ordinary bank exam and under-preparing the Descriptive paper and high-difficulty DI.
  • Neglecting the Group Exercise & Interview stage, which carries real weight in the final merit list.

Frequently asked questions

What is the SBI PO syllabus?

The SBI PO syllabus covers Reasoning Ability, Quantitative Aptitude, English Language, Mains-only: GA & Computer. SBI PO follows a Prelims (English, Quant, Reasoning) and a Mains that adds Data Analysis & Interpretation, Reasoning + Computer Aptitude, and General/Economy/Banking Awareness, plus a descriptive test.

What is the SBI PO exam pattern?

SBI Probationary Officer Prelims has 100 questions across 3 sections in 60 minutes, with negative marking of -0.25 per wrong answer.

How many sections are there in SBI PO?

SBI PO is organised into 3 sections: English Language (40 Q), Quantitative Aptitude (30 Q), Reasoning Ability (30 Q).

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