SBI PO Recruitment 2024: Notification Released for 600 Posts, Apply Online Now

Age Limit for SBI PO Recruitment 2024

1. Minimum Age: 21 years (Born on or before 01-04-2003)
2. Maximum Age: 30 years (Born on or after 02-04-1994)
3. Age Relaxation: Applicable as per government norms:
• OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 years
• SC/ST: 5 years
• PwBD (General/EWS): 10 years
• PwBD (OBC): 13 years
• PwBD (SC/ST): 15 years
• Ex-Servicemen, ECOs/SSCOs: 5 years (if rendered 5 years of service)

Educational Qualification for SBI PO 2024 Exam (As on 30-04-2025)

• Required Degree: Graduation in any discipline from a recognized university or equivalent qualification recognized by the Central Government.
• Final Year Students: Candidates in the final year/semester of their graduation may apply provisionally. They must produce proof of passing the graduation examination on or before 30-04-2025.
• Other Qualifications Accepted: Integrated Dual Degree (IDD), Medical, Engineering, Chartered Accountant, or Cost Accountant qualifications are also eligible.
• Important Notes:
  • The date of passing eligibility examination should be as mentioned on the mark sheet or provisional certificate.
  • If CGPA/OGPA is awarded, conversion to percentage is required. Candidates must provide proof of the conversion norms at the time of the interview.

Selection Process for SBI PO Vacancy 2024

The selection process consists of three phases. Candidates must qualify each phase to proceed to the next stage:

Phase I: Preliminary Examination

• Online objective test with three sections: English, Quantitative Aptitude, and Reasoning.
• Total Marks: 100; Duration: 1 hour. Qualifying in nature.
  
  

Phase II: Main Examination

• Objective Test: Four sections, 200 marks, 3 hours.
• Descriptive Test: Letter Writing and Essay, 50 marks, 30 minutes.
• Marks from this phase are considered for the final merit list.
  
  

Phase III: Final Selection

• Includes Psychometric Test, Group Exercise (20 marks), and Personal Interview (30 marks).
• Final merit list is based on Main Examination and Phase III scores.
  
  

Important Notes:

• Prelims marks are not counted in the final selection.
• 1/4th negative marking for wrong answers in objective tests.
  
  

Pay Scale for SBI PO Vacancy 2024

• Starting Basic Pay: ₹48,480/- (with 4 advance increments).
• Pay Scale: ₹48,480 – ₹85,920 with increments.
• CTC: Approximately ₹18.67 Lakhs per annum at Mumbai, including allowances and benefits.
• Allowances: DA, HRA (7%-9%), CCA, medical insurance, and other perks.
• Probation Period: 2 years, with training and performance evaluation.

SBI PO Recruitment 2024: Exam Difficulty Level & Download Syllabus in PDF

• The level of Preliminary Examination will be moderate, testing basic aptitude, reasoning, and English skills.
  
  
• The Main Examination will have a higher difficulty level, focusing on reasoning, data interpretation, banking awareness, and descriptive English.
  
  
• For downloading the syllabus, please visit the "Important Links" section below.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

• Q: What is the last date to apply?
  A: The last date to apply online is 19th January 2025.


• Q: What is the age limit for applying?
  A: Candidates must be aged between 21 and 30 years as of 01-04-2024. Age relaxations apply as per government rules.


• Q: What is the selection process?
  A: The selection process includes:
  • Phase I: Preliminary Examination (Qualifying)
  • Phase II: Main Examination (Objective + Descriptive)
  • Phase III: Psychometric Test, Group Exercise, and Interview


• Q: Is there any negative marking?
  A: Yes, 1/4th of marks are deducted for each incorrect answer in the objective tests of both Prelims and Mains.


• Q: How can I download the syllabus?
  A: You can download the syllabus from the "Important Links" section on the official SBI website.


• Q: What is the total number of vacancies?
  A: There are a total of 600 vacancies, including reserved and backlog vacancies.