SarkariResultHome.comSBI PO Syllabus 2026 & Exam Pattern
Written by Janvi on 31 Oct 2026 · Organisation: State Bank of India · State: All India
The PO syllabus of State Bank of India (SBI) is available on its official website. Here is a simple guide to what to read and how to plan.
The direct links are in the Important Links table below.
You can also see more SBI updates on the SBI Recruitment page, all syllabus and the home page.
SBI PO Syllabus 2026: Exam Date & Pattern
| Important Dates | Key Details |
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SBI PO Selection Process & Exam Details
Selection normally runs in this order for this kind of Sarkari Naukri. The official notice has the final word, so check it for the exact rounds.
- Preliminary Exam
- Main Exam
- Interview
PO: What This Page Covers
Here you get the exam overview of PO, followed by the exam pattern, the syllabus, the topic lists and the qualifying marks, all in one place.
- First comes the exam overview: who conducts the exam, its level, mode, language and marking.
- Next are the pattern and subject-wise syllabus tables, with the marks, subject names and figures exactly as the source gives them.
- At the end you will find a preparation plan and the questions students ask most.
PO: Important Points
Keep these points in mind for PO.
- SBI Information
- Exam Pattern
- Exam Dates
- Salary
- Eligibility Criteria
- Sarkari Result
- Previous Year Cut Off
PO: 2026 Exam Structure
Check the 2026 exam structure for PO in the table below.
| Phase | Examination | Marks | Qualifying Nature |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phase I | Preliminary Exam | 100 | Qualifying |
| Phase II | Mains Objective Test | 200 | Merit Based |
| Phase II | Descriptive Test | 30 | Merit Based |
| Phase III | Psychometric Test | Qualifying | Personality Assessment |
| Phase III | Group Exercise | 20 | Merit Based |
| Phase III | Interview | 30 | Merit Based |
PO: 2026 Exam Structure
The list below is for PO.
- SBI PO Syllabus 2026– Prelims & Mains Subject-Wise Detailed Topics
- SBI PO 2026 Exam Structure
- MegaBee Bank PO & Clerk Preparation offerings
- SBI PO Prelims Exam Pattern
- SBI PO Prelims Syllabus 2026
- SBI PO Mains Syllabus 2026
- SBI PO Mains Syllabus
- SBI PO 2026 High-priority Topics (80% Coverage Strategy)
PO: MegaBee & Clerk Preparation offerings
The list below is for PO.
- 800+ Short Concept Videos (Prelims & Mains Syllabus)
- 300+ Study Notes (PDF)
- Updated New Pattern Practice Tests
- 35,000+ Practice Questions
- 200 Full-Length Mock Tests
- Prelims & Mains Previous Year Papers
- Descriptive English Mock Tests
- Chapter-wise & Section-wise Tests (All Difficulty Levels)
- Daily Assignments & Progress Tracking
- Personalized Adaptive Tests & One-on-One Guidance
- Concept Check Questions in Every Video
PO: Prelims
Prelims of PO:
In short: time: 20 minutes.
| Section | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| English Language | 40 | 40 | 20 Minutes |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 30 | 30 | 20 Minutes |
| Reasoning Ability | 30 | 30 | 20 Minutes |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 60 Minutes |
PO: Detailed Topic-Wise Syllabus
Check the detailed topic-wise syllabus for PO in the table below.
| Topic | Concepts Covered | Expected Weightage |
|---|---|---|
| Reading Comprehension | Inference, Vocabulary, Theme, Tone | 10–15 Questions |
| Cloze Test | Contextual Fillers | 5–7 Questions |
| Error Detection | Grammar & Usage | 3–5 Questions |
| Sentence Improvement | Grammar Application | 3–5 Questions |
| Word Swap | New Pattern Questions | 3–5 Questions |
| Match the Column | Phrase Matching | 4–6 Questions |
| Para Jumbles | Sentence Rearrangement | 3–5 Questions |
| Fillers | Single & Double Fillers | 2–4 Questions |
| Connectors | Sentence Linking | 2–3 Questions |
| Phrase Replacement | Contextual Grammar | 2–3 Questions |
| Vocabulary | Synonyms, Antonyms | Integrated |
PO: Most Im rtant Areas
The list below is for PO.
- Reading Comprehension
- Cloze Test
- Word Swap
- Match the Column
- Error Detection
PO: Arithmetic Syllabus
The table below gives the arithmetic syllabus of PO, as it is given in the source.
| Chapter | Topics Included | Importance |
|---|---|---|
| Percentage | Increase-Decrease, Applications | Very High |
| Ratio & Proportion | Sharing, Comparison | High |
| Average | Weighted Average | High |
| Profit & Loss | Marked Price, Discount | Very High |
| Simple Interest | Banking Applications | Medium |
| Compound Interest | CI Calculations | Medium |
| Time & Work | Efficiency, Pipes & Cistern | High |
| Time, Speed & Distance | Trains, Boats | High |
| Ages | Family Age Problems | Medium |
| Mixture & Allegation | Ratio Based Questions | High |
| Partnership | Business Profit Sharing | Medium |
PO: Advanced Quantitative Topics Syllabus
The table below gives the advanced quantitative topics syllabus of PO, as it is given in the source.
| Topic | Importance |
|---|---|
| Number Series | Very High |
| Quadratic Equations | High |
| Simplification | Medium |
| Approximation | Medium |
| Probability | Low |
| Permutation & Combination | Low |
PO: Data Interpretation Syllabus
Data Interpretation Syllabus of PO:
| DI Type | Expected Frequency |
|---|---|
| Table DI | Very High |
| Pie Chart DI | High |
| Bar Graph DI | High |
| Line Graph DI | High |
| Missing DI | High |
| Caselet DI | Very High |
PO: Most Im rtant Areas – Quantitative Aptitude (Prelims)
Keep these points in mind for PO.
- Data Interpretation (Caselet & Table)
- Number Series
- Percentage & Profit-Loss
- Time & Work
- Quadratic Equations
PO: Puzzles & Seating Arrangement Syllabus
The table below gives the puzzles & seating arrangement syllabus of PO, as it is given in the source.
| Topic | Importance |
|---|---|
| Linear Arrangement | Very High |
| Circular Arrangement | Very High |
| Square Arrangement | High |
| Floor Based Puzzle | Very High |
| Box Puzzle | High |
| Month & Date Puzzle | High |
| Scheduling Puzzle | High |
PO: Logical Reasoning Syllabus
The table below gives the logical reasoning syllabus of PO, as it is given in the source.
| Topic | Importance |
|---|---|
| Syllogism | High |
| Inequality | Medium |
| Coding-Decoding | Medium |
| Blood Relation | Medium |
| Direction Sense | Medium |
| Ranking & Order | Medium |
| Alphanumeric Series | Medium |
PO: Analytical Reasoning Syllabus
The table below gives the analytical reasoning syllabus of PO, as it is given in the source.
| Topic | Importance |
|---|---|
| Input Output | High |
| Data Sufficiency | Medium |
| Logical Reasoning | High |
PO: Most Im rtant Areas – Reasoning Ability (Prelims)
Keep these points in mind for PO.
- Seating Arrangement (Circular & Linear)
- Floor-Based Puzzle
- Box Puzzle
- Input-Output
- Syllogism
PO: Part A: Objective Test (200 Marks)
The table below gives the part a: objective test (200 marks) of PO, as it is given in the source.
In short: time: 20 minutes.
| Test | Section | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| I | Reasoning & Computer Aptitude | 40 | 60 | 50 Minutes |
| II | Data Analysis & Interpretation | 30 | 60 | 45 Minutes |
| III | General Awareness / Economy / Banking Knowledge | 60 | 60 | 45 Minutes |
| IV | English Language | 40 | 20 | 40 Minutes |
| Total | - | 170 | 200 | 180 Minutes |
PO: Descriptive Test 2026
The table below gives the descriptive test 2026 of PO, as it is given in the source.
In short: time: 20 minutes.
| Descriptive Component | Options |
|---|---|
| Email Writing | 1 out of 2 |
| Situation Analysis | 1 out of 2 |
| Report Writing OR Precis Writing | 1 out of 2 |
PO: Exam Overview
Language of the paper: English.
The pattern in short - questions: 3; marks: 30; time: 30 Minutes.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Language of the paper | English |
| Number of questions | 3 |
| Marks | 30 |
| Time allowed | 30 Minutes |
| Mode | Computer Based Typing Test |
PO: Advanced Reasoning Topics Syllabus
The table below gives the advanced reasoning topics syllabus of PO, as it is given in the source.
| Topic | Importance |
|---|---|
| High-Level Puzzle | Very High |
| Seating Arrangement | Very High |
| Input Output | High |
| Critical Reasoning | High |
| Cause & Effect | Medium |
| Statement-Assumption | Medium |
| Statement-Conclusion | Medium |
| Course of Action | Medium |
| Decision Making | High |
| Logical Reasoning | High |
PO: Computer Aptitude Syllabus
Computer Aptitude Syllabus of PO:
| Topic | Concepts |
|---|---|
| Computer Fundamentals | Basic Concepts |
| Hardware | Devices & Components |
| Software | System & Application |
| Operating System | Windows, Linux |
| Networking | LAN, WAN, MAN |
| Internet | WWW, Browser |
| Cyber Security | Malware, Viruses |
| MS Office | Word, Excel, PPT |
| Memory Devices | RAM, ROM |
| Database | DBMS Basics |
PO: Detailed Syllabus
Detailed Syllabus of PO:
| Topic | Importance |
|---|---|
| Caselet DI | Very High |
| Table DI | Very High |
| Bar Graph DI | High |
| Pie Chart DI | High |
| Radar DI | Medium |
| Missing DI | High |
| Quantity Comparison | High |
| Data Sufficiency | High |
| Probability | Medium |
| Permutation & Combination | Medium |
PO: Banking Awareness Syllabus
Banking Awareness Syllabus of PO:
| Topic | Importance |
|---|---|
| RBI Functions | Very High |
| Monetary Policy | Very High |
| Repo Rate | High |
| Reverse Repo Rate | High |
| CRR | High |
| SLR | High |
| Basel Norms | Medium |
| NPA | High |
| Financial Inclusion | High |
| Banking Ombudsman | Medium |
| Digital Banking | Very High |
| UPI | Very High |
| NEFT | High |
| RTGS | High |
| IMPS | High |
| NPCI | High |
PO: Economy Awareness Syllabus
Check the economy awareness syllabus for PO in the table below.
| Topic | Importance |
|---|---|
| Budget | Very High |
| Economic Survey | Very High |
| GDP | High |
| Inflation | High |
| Fiscal Deficit | High |
| Capital Market | Medium |
| Money Market | Medium |
PO: Current Affairs Syllabus
Check the current affairs syllabus for PO in the table below.
| Area | Coverage |
|---|---|
| Banking News | Last 6 Months |
| Economy News | Last 6 Months |
| National Affairs | Last 6 Months |
| International Affairs | Last 6 Months |
| Awards | Last 6 Months |
| Sports | Last 6 Months |
| Government Schemes | Last 6 Months |
| Summits | Last 6 Months |
PO: ENGLISH LANGUAGE (MAINS) Syllabus
The table below gives the english language (mains) syllabus of PO, as it is given in the source.
| Topic | Importance |
|---|---|
| Reading Comprehension | Very High |
| Editorial RC | Very High |
| Cloze Test | High |
| Error Detection | Medium |
| Word Swap | Medium |
| Connectors | Medium |
| Para Jumbles | Medium |
| Vocabulary | High |
PO: Descriptive Test Com nents Syllabus
Check the descriptive test com nents syllabus for PO in the table below.
| Component | Topics |
|---|---|
| Email Writing | Official Emails, Customer Communication |
| Situation Analysis | Banking & Business Scenarios |
| Report Writing | Banking Reports |
| Precis Writing | Editorial & Economic Topics |
PO: Psychometric Test Syllabus
The table below gives the psychometric test syllabus of PO, as it is given in the source.
| Parameter Evaluated |
|---|
| Leadership |
| Integrity |
| Emotional Intelligence |
| Teamwork |
| Decision Making |
| Risk Management |
| Customer Orientation |
| Adaptability |
PO: Interview Topics Syllabus
The table below gives the interview topics syllabus of PO, as it is given in the source.
| Area | Topics |
|---|---|
| Banking Awareness | RBI, Banking System |
| Economy | Budget, Inflation |
| Current Affairs | Last 6 Months |
| Personal Background | Education, Family |
| Work Experience | If Applicable |
| Situational Questions | Leadership & Ethics |
| SBI Specific Questions | History, Services, Initiatives |
PO: 2026 High-priority Topics (80% Coverage Strategy)
The table below gives the 2026 high-priority topics (80% coverage strategy) of PO, as it is given in the source.
In short: time: 20 minutes.
| Subject | Most Important Topics |
|---|---|
| Quant | Data Interpretation, Arithmetic |
| Reasoning | Puzzles, Seating Arrangement |
| English | Reading Comprehension |
| Banking | RBI, Monetary Policy |
| Current Affairs | Last 6 Months |
| Descriptive | Email Writing |
| Interview | Banking + Current Affairs |
PO: Subjects That Carry the Highest Marks
In the pattern table (SBI PO Prelims Exam Pattern), the most marks are carried by English Language (40).
Looking at the pattern table (Part A: Objective Test (200 Marks)), I (60), II (60), III (60) carry the highest marks.
Marks differ from paper to paper, so check the table of your own paper.
PO: Preparation Priority Ranking
Preparation Priority Ranking of PO:
| Priority | Area | Expected Contribution |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Puzzles & Seating Arrangement | 25-30 Marks |
| 2 | Data Interpretation | 20-25 Marks |
| 3 | Banking Awareness | 30-40 Marks |
| 4 | Current Affairs | 20-25 Marks |
| 5 | Reading Comprehension | 10-15 Marks |
| 6 | Arithmetic | 10-15 Marks |
| 7 | Descriptive English | 30 Marks |
| 8 | Interview Preparation | 50 Marks |
PO: How to Use the Pattern and Syllabus
- Start with the exam overview above; it tells you the basic rules of the paper in one glance.
- This page has more than one pattern table, one for each paper or post group. Read the table that matches your own post or paper first.
- The paper language is English; practise in the same language so that the paper feels familiar.
- Copy the subject-wise topics into a notebook or sheet and tick each topic as read, revised and tested.
- Check the qualifying or cut-off marks table; the marks needed may differ from category to category.
PO: Step-by-Step Preparation Plan
- Read the exam overview and the pattern table carefully and note the points that matter for your paper.
- Turn the subject-wise syllabus into a checklist of topics.
- Give the subjects that carry more marks (see the section above) more time, and study them first.
- Solve previous papers every week and keep a small notebook of the mistakes you made.
- Take mock tests in the real time limit of 30 Minutes, so the clock does not surprise you on exam day.
- Open the official notice once a month, because the board can change the syllabus or the pattern.
About SBI
State Bank of India is the country's largest public sector bank. Its history goes back to the Bank of Calcutta of 1806, which later became the Imperial Bank of India and, in 1955, the State Bank of India. The corporate centre is in Mumbai and the bank has branches from big cities to remote villages.
Read more on the SBI company page or visit the official website at sbi.co.in.
Earlier SBI Notifications
Earlier SBI notifications we have tracked, for comparison. Tap a title to open it, or see all SBI updates.
| Update | Type | Posts | Key date |
|---|---|---|---|
| SBI CBO Syllabus 2026: Topic-wise Details | Syllabus | — | 27 Oct 2026 |
| SBI Apprentice Detailed Syllabus 2026 & Exam Pattern | Syllabus | — | 12 Oct 2026 |
| SBI Clerk Prelims Mains Scheme, Duration Syllabus 2026 & Exam Pattern | Syllabus | — | 12 Oct 2026 |
| SBI Circle-Based Officer (CBO) Syllabus 2026: Topic-wise Details | Syllabus | — | 10 Oct 2026 |
| SBI Apprentice Syllabus 2026 | Syllabus | — | 09 Oct 2026 |
| SBI Clerk Check Prelims and Mains Syllabus 2026 | Syllabus | 590 | 09 Oct 2026 |
SBI PO Syllabus: Important Links
| Link | Open |
|---|---|
| Official website | sbi.bank.in |
| All SBI updates | Open SBI Recruitment |
| SBI latest jobs | View jobs |
| SBI admit cards | View admit cards |
| SBI results | View results |
Complete SBI Exam Timeline
Every stage of this government job we have covered, from application to Sarkari Result:
| Stage | Post | Key date |
|---|---|---|
| Syllabus | SBI PO Syllabus 2026 & Exam Pattern | — |
| Answer Key | SBI PO Prelims Answer Key 2026: Check Here | 12 Oct 2026 |
SBI PO Syllabus: Frequently Asked Questions
How much time is given in PO?
The time allowed is 30 Minutes.
In which language is the PO paper?
Language of the paper: English.
How many questions are there in PO?
Number of questions: 3.
What are the total marks of PO?
Marks: 30.
Where can I download the official PO syllabus or notice?
Use the official link in the Important Links table of this page or open the website of SBI. The official document is the final word if anything changes.
Can the PO syllabus or pattern change?
Yes. The conducting body may revise the syllabus or the pattern in a new notice, so check the official notice before you start and again before the exam.
Where can I get the latest Sarkari Result updates of SBI?
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Source and Credit
The facts on this page come from the syllabus and exam pattern notice published by State Bank of India on its official website sbi.bank.in. We have put the information in our own words and layout. The official website is the final word, so please check it before you apply, pay a fee or travel.
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