SIDBI Grade A (SIDBI Assistant Manager Grade A) — Free Online Mock Test
SIDBI Assistant Manager Grade A · MCQ. Reasoning, quantitative aptitude, English, general/financial awareness & computer knowledge. · Official language: English & Hindi.
SIDBI Grade A exam at a glance
SIDBI Grade A key facts & eligibility
| Conducting body | Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI) |
|---|---|
| Official website | sidbi.in ↗ |
| Mode | Recruitment for Assistant Manager (Grade A) — an officer cadre in the principal MSME development bank — through three stages: Phase I (online Preliminary, objective), Phase II (online Main, objective plus a descriptive English paper) and an interview. |
| Frequency | As and when vacancies arise, by SIDBI notification. |
| Scoring & marking | The Phase I Preliminary examination is 200 marks in 120 minutes with 0.25 negative marking — English, reasoning, quantitative aptitude and computer knowledge are qualifying, while general/MSME awareness and a stream-specific section count toward the shortlist. The Phase II Main examination (200 marks) has a descriptive English paper and a Finance & Management / MSME-domain paper (with negative marking on the objective portion). An interview completes the selection. The exact question and mark counts are set per notification. |
| Language | English and Hindi (the English paper is in English). |
Who is eligible for SIDBI Grade A?
A bachelor’s degree with the prescribed minimum marks (commerce, economics, mathematics, statistics, business administration, engineering and similar), or a professional qualification (CA/CS/CMA/CFA) or a full-time MBA/PGDM, within the prescribed age limits.
Last verified July 2026 against SIDBI — official website. Always confirm current details on the official website before you register.
SIDBI Grade A section breakdown
The SIDBI Grade A 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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SIDBI Grade A (55 Q)
SIDBI Grade A scoring & marking scheme
Strategy: SIDBI Grade A has no negative marking. Attempt every question — blank answers cost you potential marks but cannot pull your score down.
Scale: SIDBI Grade A (pass 700/1000).
How SIDBI Grade A is conducted
- Mode
- Test format
- Backtracking
- Mark for review
SIDBI Grade A time strategy
With 55 questions in 90 minutes, you have about 98 seconds per question on average. Successful candidates aim for the following pacing on each section:
- SIDBI Grade A (55 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.
SIDBI Grade A topics covered
Across the 50 Wrexa Edge variants of SIDBI Grade A, the following topics appear most often (sample distribution from one variant):
SIDBI Grade A (55 Q)
- Synonyms · 3
- SIDBI Basics · 3
- Monetary Policy · 3
- Capital — Basel III · 3
- NPA / Asset Quality · 3
- Blood Relations · 2
- Percentages · 2
- Prepositions · 2
SIDBI Grade A difficulty calibration
Advanced tier. Advanced-level: high-stakes exam with rigorous content depth. Expect 4-8 months of structured prep.
SIDBI Assistant Manager Grade A · MCQ. Reasoning, quantitative aptitude, English, general/financial awareness & computer knowledge. · Official language: English & Hindi.
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- Optional proctoring
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Expert take: what SIDBI Grade A really tests
SIDBI Grade A (Assistant Manager) is an officer entry into the MSME development bank. It has three stages: a Phase I Preliminary (200 marks, with English/reasoning/quant/computers qualifying and general/MSME awareness counting, 0.25 negative marking), a Phase II Main (a descriptive English paper + a Finance & Management/MSME-domain paper), and an interview. Eligibility is a graduate degree, or a professional qualification (CA/CS/CMA/CFA) or MBA.
Preparation tips
- Clear the qualifying prelims sections, then build MSME/general awareness.
- Practise the Mains descriptive English and the finance & management paper.
- Study MSME policy and credit topics.
⚠️ Common mistakes to avoid
- Under-preparing the finance & management / MSME domain.
- Neglecting the descriptive English paper.
SIDBI Grade A 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.
- English, reasoning, quant, computers (qualifying)
- General & MSME awareness (merit)
- 0.25 negative marking
- Descriptive English paper
- Finance & Management / MSME domain
- MSME policy and credit topics
- Interview
- MSME and finance awareness
- Final = Mains + interview
Where SIDBI Grade A can take you
A strong SIDBI Grade A result opens up these careers and higher-study paths:
- Assistant Manager (SIDBI)
- Prelims → Mains → Interview
- MSME domain
- Descriptive English
Best books & official prep for SIDBI Grade A
- SIDBI Grade A guides — Various
- MSME, finance & management references — Various
Official practice: Apply and prepare from the official SIDBI notification on sidbi.in; clear the Prelims, then prepare the Mains (descriptive English + finance & management/MSME) and the interview.
Previous-year papers: SIDBI Grade A and RBI/NABARD Grade A practice sets reflect the pattern.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the SIDBI Grade A exam pattern?
- SIDBI Assistant Manager Grade A contains 55 questions across 1 section: SIDBI Grade A (55 Q). Total duration is 90 minutes (about 98 seconds per question).
- Does SIDBI Grade A have negative marking?
- No — SIDBI Grade A has no negative marking. Each correct answer is worth 1 mark, so attempt every question.
- How is SIDBI Grade A scored?
- Scaled score range: 100 to 1000. SIDBI Grade A (pass 700/1000).
- How can I practise SIDBI Grade A online for free?
- Wrexa Edge gives you 10 free full-length SIDBI Grade A mock tests — with instant scoring, detailed explanations and analytics — plus 40 more with Pro. Start practising in under a minute, no card required.
- What is the difficulty level of SIDBI Grade A?
- SIDBI Grade A is rated Advanced difficulty on Wrexa Edge. Advanced-level: high-stakes exam with rigorous content depth. Expect 4-8 months of structured prep. SIDBI Assistant Manager Grade A · MCQ. Reasoning, quantitative aptitude, English, general/financial awareness & computer knowledge. · Official language: English & Hindi.
- How long is the SIDBI Grade A exam?
- SIDBI Grade A runs for 90 minutes total. On Wrexa Edge the timer is enforced exactly as on the real exam — including no inter-section breaks.
- What topics are covered in SIDBI Grade A?
- SIDBI Grade A is split into: SIDBI Grade A (55 Q). Each section is timed and weighted separately. SIDBI Assistant Manager Grade A · MCQ. Reasoning, quantitative aptitude, English, general/financial awareness & computer knowledge. · Official language: English & Hindi.
- What tools or aids are allowed during SIDBI Grade A?
- No special tools are required. Note: real exam is proctored — Wrexa Edge mirrors this with a webcam-based proctoring flow you can enable.
- Is the SIDBI Grade A test adaptive?
- No — SIDBI Grade A is a fixed-form (linear) test. Every candidate sees the same number of questions per section.
- How many SIDBI Grade A mock tests does Wrexa Edge offer?
- Wrexa Edge generates 50 distinct SIDBI Grade A variants — each with different question content, not just shuffled options — the first 10 free for everyone and 40 more with Pro. That's 2750 unique practice questions in the real test-day interface.
- Is there a free SIDBI Grade A test series 2026?
- Yes. The Wrexa Edge SIDBI Grade A test series for 2026 gives you 10 free full-length mock tests (50 in total) plus subject-wise and topic-wise tests — instant scoring and detailed analysis, no card required.
- Are SIDBI Grade A previous year question–style papers included?
- Every SIDBI Grade A mock is modelled on the official exam pattern and the style of previous years' papers — the same 55-question structure, sections and marking — so your practice mirrors the real paper you'll sit.
- Which is the best free SIDBI Grade A mock test online?
- Wrexa Edge's SIDBI Grade A mock test replicates the real exam interface, timing and marking scheme, with instant score, section-wise analysis and 50 fresh variants — a strong free choice for 2026 preparation.
- Can I take the SIDBI Grade A mock test on mobile?
- Yes. SIDBI Grade A 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 SIDBI Grade A syllabus?
- The SIDBI Grade A syllabus maps to its 1 section: SIDBI Grade A (55 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 SIDBI Grade A?
- Eligibility for SIDBI Grade A — age, qualification and number of attempts — is set by the official conducting body and can change each cycle, so always confirm the current official notification before applying. Wrexa Edge focuses on realistic SIDBI Grade A practice: 10 free full-length mocks in the exact exam pattern, ready whenever you are.
- When is the SIDBI Grade A exam and how should I prepare?
- Official SIDBI Grade A 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 10 free SIDBI Grade A mocks with instant scoring so you can track your readiness week by week.
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