SBI PO Recruitment 2024: Complete Guide to 600 Probationary Officer Posts
📌 Quick Highlights
- ✅ Total Posts: 600
- ✅ Application Period: Dec 27, 2024 – Jan 16, 2025
- ✅ Prelims Exam: March 8 & 15, 2025
- ✅ Basic Eligibility: Graduate in any discipline
- ✅ Age Limit: 21-30 years (as of 01.04.2024)
📑 Table of Contents
Overview & Key Details
State Bank of India has announced its prestigious Probationary Officers recruitment drive for 2024-25. This comprehensive guide covers everything you need to know about the SBI PO recruitment process, from application to final selection.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start Date | December 27, 2024 |
| Last Date to Apply | January 16, 2025 |
| Preliminary Exam Date | March 8 & 15, 2025 |
| Main Examination | April/May 2025 |
Vacancy Distribution
| Category | Regular Vacancies | Backlog Vacancies | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| General | 240 | 0 | 240 |
| OBC | 158 | 0 | 158 |
| EWS | 58 | 0 | 58 |
| SC | 87 | 0 | 87 |
| ST | 43 | 14 | 57 |
Eligibility Criteria
📚 Educational Qualification
Graduation in any discipline from a recognized university
🎯 Age Limit (as of 01.04.2024)
- Minimum: 21 years
- Maximum: 30 years
- Age relaxation applicable as per government norms
Application Fees
General/OBC/EWS
₹750
SC/ST/PwBD
₹0
Selection Process
Preliminary Examination
Objective test consisting of English Language, Quantitative Aptitude, and Reasoning Ability
Main Examination
Objective test plus descriptive paper (English Language)
Interview
Final round for personality assessment
How to Apply
- Step 1: Visit the official SBI website
- Step 2: Click on ‘Careers’ section
- Step 3: Find and click on “RECRUITMENT OF PROBATIONARY OFFICERS”
- Step 4: Register yourself (if new user)
- Step 5: Fill in the application form
- Step 6: Upload required documents
- Step 7: Pay application fees
- Step 8: Submit and download the application form
Preparation Strategy
📚 Study Material
- Standard banking awareness books
- Previous year question papers
- Online mock tests
- Current affairs magazines
📝 Subject-wise Strategy
| English Language | Focus on reading comprehension, grammar rules, vocabulary |
| Quantitative Aptitude | Practice numerical ability, data interpretation |
| Reasoning Ability | Solve puzzles, logical reasoning questions daily |
| General Awareness | Stay updated with banking sector news, current affairs |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
❓ Can final year students apply for SBI PO 2024?
Yes, final year students can apply. However, they must produce proof of passing their graduation examination on or before the date mentioned in the official notification.
❓ Is there any negative marking in the exam?
Yes, there is negative marking of 0.25 marks for each wrong answer in the objective tests.
❓ What is the mode of payment for application fees?
Fees can be paid through:
- Credit Cards
- Debit Cards
- Internet Banking
- UPI
❓ What is the salary structure for SBI PO?
Selected candidates will be appointed in the scale of ₹27,700-1,17,690. This includes basic pay plus other allowances as per bank rules.
🔗 Important Links
| Official Notification | Download PDF |
| Online Application | Apply Now |
| Official Website | Visit Website |
Disclaimer: The information provided above is based on the official notification. Candidates are advised to visit the official website for the most recent updates and detailed information.
