SBI PO 2023 Recruitment: Key Dates, Vacancies, Application Process

In a recent announcement, the State Bank of India (SBI) unveiled the SBI PO Recruitment 2023 notification on September 6, 2023. The registration window for the coveted Probationary Officer (PO) positions is all set to open on September 7, 2023, and will remain accessible until September 27, 2023.

This extensive recruitment campaign is aimed at filling a total of 2,000 PO vacancies within the organization. Aspiring candidates should mark their calendars for the preliminary examination, scheduled to take place in November 2023.

SBI PO 2023: Available Vacancies: 

There are a total of 2,000 open positions. From mid-October onward, call letters for preliminary exams are available for download. Results should be available in November or December following the online preliminary exam, which is slated for November.

Call letters for the main exam will become available in November or December, with the test itself planned for either December or January 2024. During this time, results for this stage are also expected. Call letters for psychometric tests will start to be given out in January or February 2024, and the exam will also take place during that time. The dates for interviews and group activities are either January or February 2024.

The last results should come in February or March 2024. The first week of October will see call letters accessible, while pre-exam preparation for the SC, ST, OBC, and religious minority populations will begin the second week of October

SBI PO 2023 Application Process: A Step-by-Step Guide

If you’re interested in applying for SBI PO 2023, follow these simple steps:

1. Start by visiting the official website at sbi.co.in.
2. Navigate to the “Careers” section and select “Applications for PO.”
3. You’ll be directed to a new page; here, click on “New Registration” and provide your basic details.
4. Log in using your registered email ID and password.
5. Complete the application form, ensuring you upload all necessary documents.
6. Save your application, submit it, and proceed to pay the required fees.
7. Finally, download the completed application form for your future reference.

Please note that the application fee is Rs 750, but candidates belonging to the SC, ST, and PwBD categories are exempt from this fee.

SBI PO 2023 Eligibility Criteria

Here are the key eligibility details for SBI PO 2023 recruitment, presented in bullet points:

• Educational Qualification:
• Candidates must hold a graduate degree in any discipline from a recognized university or possess an equivalent qualification recognized by the Central government.
• Final-year graduation students can also apply provisionally, but they must provide proof of passing the exam if called for an interview on or before December 31, 2023.
• Those with Integrated Dual Degree (IDD) certificates must ensure that the date of passing the IDD is on or before December 31, 2023.
• Candidates with qualifications in fields like Medicine, Engineering, Chartered Accountancy, Cost Accountancy, etc., are also eligible, as stated in the official notification.
• Age Limit:
• The minimum age limit for candidates is 21 years.
• The maximum age limit is 30 years as of April 1, 2023.
• There are age relaxations available as per government norms.

SBI PO 2023 Selection Process

Here is an overview of the SBI PO 2023 selection process, presented in bullet points:

• Preliminary Examination (Phase-I):
• Initial screening phase.
• Marks obtained in Phase I are not considered for final selection.
• Main Examination (Phase II):
• Candidates who clear Phase I proceed to Phase II.
• Consists of both an Objective Test and a Descriptive Test.
• Marks obtained in Phase II are included in the final merit list.
• Psychometric Test, Group Exercise, and Interview (Phase-III):
• Eligible candidates from Phase II advance to Phase III.
• Includes Psychometric Test, Group Exercise, and Interview.
• Marks from Phase III contribute to the final merit list.
• Qualification Requirement:
• Candidates must qualify separately in both Phase II and Phase-III.
• Final Merit List:
• The final merit list is determined by aggregating marks from the Main Examination (Phase II) and the Group Discussion and Interview (Phase III).

The selection process is a multi-phase evaluation to select the most suitable candidates for the SBI PO position.

SBI PO 2023 Exam Pattern

Here is the SBI PO 2023 exam pattern summarized in bullet points:

Preliminary Examination:

• Total marks: 100
• Number of questions: 100
• Sections: English Language (30 questions), Quantitative Aptitude (35 questions), Reasoning Ability (35 questions)
• Time duration: 1 hour (20 minutes for each section)

Main Examination:

• Objective tests: 200 marks
• Descriptive test: 50 marks (immediately following the objective test)
• Objective test sections:
• Reasoning and Computer Aptitude (40 questions for 50 marks)
• Data Analysis and Interpretation (30 questions for 50 marks)
• General/ Economy/ Banking Awareness (50 questions for 60 marks)
• English Language (35 questions for 40 marks)

• Time duration for objective test: 3 hours
• Descriptive test:
• Two questions: letter and essay writing
• Marks: 50
• Duration: 30 minutes

The SBI PO 2023 examination consists of both preliminary and main phases, each with its specific sections and time constraints. The main examination includes objective and descriptive tests, assessing various skills and knowledge areas.