SBI PO (SBI Probationary Officer Prelims) — Free Online Mock Test
100 Q / 60 min sectional (2026 revised pattern). English 40, Quant 30, Reasoning 30. +1/-0.25. No sectional cutoff in prelims (differs from IBPS PO). · Official language: English & Hindi.
SBI PO exam at a glance
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| Conducting body | State Bank of India (SBI) |
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| Official website | sbi.co.in/careers ↗ |
| Mode | A three-phase selection — online Preliminary exam, online Main exam (objective + descriptive), and a final stage of Psychometric test, Group Exercise and Interview. |
| Frequency | Usually once a year, as vacancies arise. |
| Scoring & marking | Prelims: 100 marks, qualifying, with sectional timing. Mains: 200 objective marks + a 50-mark descriptive paper. Final merit weights the Mains and the interview stage 75:25, with 0.25 negative marking on objective questions. |
| Score validity | Applies to that recruitment cycle only. |
| Language | English and Hindi. |
Who is eligible for SBI PO?
A bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognised university (final-year students may apply provisionally). The age band is 21–30, with relaxation and a cap on the number of attempts by category.
Last verified July 2026 against State Bank of India — Careers. Always confirm current details on the official website before you register.
SBI PO section breakdown
The SBI PO mock test on Wrexa Edge replicates the real exam's section structure — same names, same question count per section, same time limits. No inter-section breaks — the timer runs continuously.
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English Language (40 Q)
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Quantitative Aptitude (30 Q)
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Reasoning Ability (30 Q)
SBI PO scoring & marking scheme
Strategy: SBI PO penalises wrong answers (-0.25 per mistake). Skip a question if you cannot eliminate at least 2 options — guessing blindly hurts your scaled score more than blanking.
Scale: IBPS PO Prelims (out of 100).
How SBI PO is conducted
- Mode
- Test format
- Backtracking
- Mark for review
SBI PO time strategy
With 100 questions in 60 minutes, you have about 36 seconds per question on average. Successful candidates aim for the following pacing on each section:
- English Language (40 Q)
- Quantitative Aptitude (30 Q)
- Reasoning Ability (30 Q)
Wrexa Edge's analytics show your actual time-per-question after every mock so you can spot which sections you're losing time on.
SBI PO topics covered
Across the 50 Wrexa Edge variants of SBI PO, the following topics appear most often (sample distribution from one variant):
English Language (40 Q)
- English — One-word Substitution · 8
- English — Antonyms · 7
- English — Idioms & Phrases · 7
- SBI PO — English Language · Fillers · 2
- SBI PO — English Language · Idioms and phrases · 2
- SBI PO — English Language · One-word substitution · 2
- SBI PO — English Language · Spelling · 2
- SBI PO — English Language · Synonyms · 2
Quantitative Aptitude (30 Q)
- Quant — Profit & Loss · 8
- Quant — Ratio & Proportion · 3
- SBI PO — Quantitative Aptitude · Profit and loss · 2
- SBI PO — Quantitative Aptitude · Time and work · 2
- SBI PO — Quantitative Aptitude · Simple interest · 1
- SBI PO — Quantitative Aptitude · Compound interest · 1
- SBI PO — Quantitative Aptitude · CI vs SI · 1
- SBI PO — Quantitative Aptitude · Pipes and cisterns · 1
Reasoning Ability (30 Q)
- Reasoning — Classification · 7
- Reasoning — Coding–Decoding · 7
- SBI PO — Reasoning Ability · Order and ranking · 2
- SBI PO — Reasoning Ability · Coding-decoding · 2
- SBI PO — Reasoning Ability · Comparison puzzle · 2
- SBI PO — Reasoning Ability · Calendar · 2
- SBI PO — Reasoning Ability · Syllogism · 2
- SBI PO — Reasoning Ability · Coding-decoding (new pattern) · 1
SBI PO difficulty calibration
Intermediate tier. Intermediate-level: assumes a working command of the syllabus. Most candidates need 2-4 months of focused prep.
100 Q / 60 min sectional (2026 revised pattern). English 40, Quant 30, Reasoning 30. +1/-0.25. No sectional cutoff in prelims (differs from IBPS PO). · Official language: English & Hindi.
Verified content — Wrexa Edge's SBI PO bank has been deeply curated with real exam-aligned content (estimated 100% syllabus coverage).
How Wrexa Edge prepares you for SBI PO
- Real test-day interface
- 50 distinct variants
- Detailed analytics
- Spaced repetition (Notebook)
- Optional proctoring
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Expert take: what SBI PO really tests
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 to avoid
- 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.
SBI PO study plan
A phase-by-phase roadmap from your first concept to test-ready. Stretch or compress each phase to fit the time you have before your attempt.
- Build Quant, Reasoning and English fundamentals
- Start essay and letter writing early — many clear objectives and stumble here
- Begin a daily banking- and economy-awareness routine
- Master SBI’s harder, calculation-heavy Data Analysis & Interpretation
- Practise Prelims under strict sectional timing
- Drill reasoning puzzles and know when to skip a set
- Take Mains-level objective + descriptive mocks
- Prepare for the Group Exercise and Interview, which carry real weight
- Revise weak areas from your error log before test day
Where SBI PO can take you
A strong SBI PO result opens up these careers and higher-study paths:
- Probationary Officer at SBI
- Accelerated scale promotions
- Diverse postings
- Strong pay & national growth
Best books & official prep for SBI PO
- Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive Examinations — R. S. Aggarwal
- Advanced Data Interpretation — Disha / Arun Sharma
- A Modern Approach to Verbal & Non-Verbal Reasoning — R. S. Aggarwal
- Objective General English — S. P. Bakshi
Official practice: SBI issues a call-letter-linked practice test; the Descriptive paper (essay + letter) is best prepared by writing to time against past topics.
Previous-year papers: Previous SBI PO papers and memory-based sets are the best guide to its higher difficulty, especially the Data Interpretation section.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the SBI PO exam pattern?
- SBI Probationary Officer Prelims contains 100 questions across 3 sections: English Language (40 Q), Quantitative Aptitude (30 Q), Reasoning Ability (30 Q). Total duration is 60 minutes (about 36 seconds per question).
- Does SBI PO have negative marking?
- Yes — SBI PO carries negative marking of -0.25 per wrong answer and 1 per correct answer. Skipping is safer than guessing blindly.
- How is SBI PO scored?
- Scaled score range: 0 to 100. IBPS PO Prelims (out of 100).
- How can I practise SBI PO online for free?
- Wrexa Edge gives you 3 free full-length SBI PO mock tests — with instant scoring, detailed explanations and analytics — plus 47 more with Pro. Start practising in under a minute, no card required.
- What is the difficulty level of SBI PO?
- SBI PO is rated Intermediate difficulty on Wrexa Edge. Intermediate-level: assumes a working command of the syllabus. Most candidates need 2-4 months of focused prep. 100 Q / 60 min sectional (2026 revised pattern). English 40, Quant 30, Reasoning 30. +1/-0.25. No sectional cutoff in prelims (differs from IBPS PO). · Official language: English & Hindi.
- How long is the SBI PO exam?
- SBI PO runs for 60 minutes total across 3 sections. On Wrexa Edge the timer is enforced exactly as on the real exam — including no inter-section breaks.
- What topics are covered in SBI PO?
- SBI PO is split into: English Language (40 Q), Quantitative Aptitude (30 Q), Reasoning Ability (30 Q). Each section is timed and weighted separately. 100 Q / 60 min sectional (2026 revised pattern). English 40, Quant 30, Reasoning 30. +1/-0.25. No sectional cutoff in prelims (differs from IBPS PO). · Official language: English & Hindi.
- What tools or aids are allowed during SBI PO?
- No special tools are required.
- Is the SBI PO test adaptive?
- No — SBI PO is a fixed-form (linear) test. Every candidate sees the same number of questions per section.
- How many SBI PO mock tests does Wrexa Edge offer?
- Wrexa Edge generates 50 distinct SBI PO variants — each with different question content, not just shuffled options — the first 3 free for everyone and 47 more with Pro. That's 5000 unique practice questions in the real test-day interface.
- Is there a free SBI PO test series 2026?
- Yes. The Wrexa Edge SBI PO test series for 2026 gives you 3 free full-length mock tests (50 in total) plus subject-wise and topic-wise tests — instant scoring and detailed analysis, no card required.
- Are SBI PO previous year question–style papers included?
- Every SBI PO mock is modelled on the official exam pattern and the style of previous years' papers — the same 100-question structure, sections and marking — so your practice mirrors the real paper you'll sit.
- Which is the best free SBI PO mock test online?
- Wrexa Edge's SBI PO mock test replicates the real exam interface, timing and negative marking, with instant score, section-wise analysis and 50 fresh variants — a strong free choice for 2026 preparation.
- Can I take the SBI PO mock test on mobile?
- Yes. SBI PO mock tests run in any browser on mobile, tablet or desktop — no app or download needed. Start on your phone and your progress and analytics sync when you sign in.
- What is the SBI PO syllabus?
- The SBI PO syllabus maps to its 3 sections: English Language (40 Q), Quantitative Aptitude (30 Q), Reasoning Ability (30 Q). Wrexa Edge's mock tests cover the complete syllabus topic by topic — see the topics-covered breakdown above — so you practise every area at real exam difficulty.
- What is the eligibility for SBI PO?
- A bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognised university (final-year students may apply provisionally). The age band is 21–30, with relaxation and a cap on the number of attempts by category. Wrexa Edge focuses on realistic SBI PO practice: 3 free full-length mocks in the exact exam pattern, ready whenever you are.
- When is the SBI PO exam and how should I prepare?
- Official SBI PO exam dates are announced by the conducting body for each cycle — check the latest notification for the current schedule. To be ready, follow a phased study plan and take full-length timed mocks; Wrexa Edge gives you 3 free SBI PO mocks with instant scoring so you can track your readiness week by week.
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